Tech riderRev. 9 Oct 2026
National Theatre Collection
- 1Runs onWeb
- 2CostsFree plan · free trial
- 3Primary audiencek12
- 4Classroom toolsYes
4 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: nationaltheatre.org.uk, dramaonlinelibrary.com
Overview
National Theatre Collection is ranked #5 of 31 in educational video libraries on Specifiction. It runs on Web. There is a free plan. A free trial is offered.
National Theatre Collection plans and pricing
All plansUK state-funded schools and FE colleges Free Free access for UK state-funded schools and FE colleges dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
Higher education institutions Trial and subscription available by contacting the sales team dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
UK independent schools and worldwide schools Subscription fee; trial available; contact JCS Online Resources for details dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
Compared on educational video libraries
- Free plan
- Yesnationaltheatre.org.uk
- Primary audience
- k12nationaltheatre.org.uk
- Classroom tools
- Yesnationaltheatre.org.uk
Facts
- Purpose
- The National Theatre Collection brings filmed theatre productions into classrooms.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- Catalogue
- The collection offers UK productions ranging from Shakespeare to literary adaptations and classic comedies.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- Teaching materials
- Each play is supported by teaching resources to deepen students’ understanding of themes, performance, and technique.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- Learning packs
- Learning Packs include plot synopses with timecodes, production notes, and pointers for further research.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- Rehearsal insights
- Rehearsal Insights provide rehearsal room diaries and notes prepared by the Staff Director where available.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- Primary education
- Primary Packs and Cross-Curricular Learning Guides support teaching subjects including English, History, Geography, and PSHE.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- Other resources
- The collection includes Key Stage 3 Packs and lesson plans for some productions.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The collection is designed for schools and further education, with a curated set of productions and resources for UK state primary schools.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- Higher education access
- Higher education institutions can request a trial and subscription through the National Theatre Collection sales team.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- International access
- The National Theatre reported more than 80 productions and learning resources for schools, colleges, universities, and the wider education sector in 2025.images.nationaltheatre.org.uk · 9 Oct 2026
- United States access
- Public school teachers in the United States who are Educational Theatre Association members receive free, unlimited access via Drama Online.images.nationaltheatre.org.uk · 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- Questions or feedback about the collection can be sent to [email protected].dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
- Platforms
- The National Theatre Collection is provided through Drama Online, an online platform.dramaonlinelibrary.com · 9 Oct 2026
Company
- Founded
- 1963nationaltheatre.org.uk · 28 Sept 2026
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Sources
- dramaonlinelibrary.com/national-theatre-collection-for-schools· checked 9 Oct 2026
- images.nationaltheatre.org.uk/uploads/2025/09/National-Theatres-schoo· checked 9 Oct 2026
- nationaltheatre.org.uk/learn-explore/schools/national-theatre-· checked 28 Sept 2026