# National Theatre: All About Theatre National Theatre: All About Theatre is an illustrated introduction to how theatre is made, aimed at children aged 7 to 12. It covers acting, directing and stagecraft, with examples including War Horse and other productions. - [Original product page](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/product/national-theatre-all-about-theatre-book) - [View offer](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/national-theatre-all-about-theatre-book) - Market: UK - Language: en-GB - Currency: GBP - Category: Books, Music & Hobbies > Books, Music & Movies > Books & Comics - Price: 10.37 GBP - Previous price: 14.99 GBP - Discount: 31% - Price checked: 2026-11-12T14:58:08.668Z - Rating: 4.8 / 5 - Reviews: 196 Prices and deal status are the latest recorded data, not a guarantee of availability. Confirm the price and availability with the store. ## At a glance - Introduces acting, directing, costume design, prop-making, set building and lighting design. - Uses photographs and illustrations to show how a production moves from an idea to performance. - Features examples from plays including War Horse, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night, Frankenstein and One Man, Two Guvnors. ## Pros - Covers backstage production as well as acting, making it relevant to children interested in different theatre roles. - The illustrated approach and named production examples give young readers concrete ways into the subject. ## Specifications ### Publication - Publisher: Walker Books - Publication date: 7 Sept. 2017 - Language: English - Print length: 128 pages - Reading age: 7 - 12 years - ISBN-10: 1406373397 - ISBN-13: 978-1406373394 ### Dimensions and installation - Dimensions: 23.1 x 1.1 x 27 cm - Weight listed: 685 g ## Before you buy - The listing targets children aged 7 to 12. The supplied details do not specify whether activities or exercises are included. ## A good fit for - Children aged 7 to 12 who enjoy theatre, drama or performing. - Young readers curious about directing and backstage roles such as costume, props, set building and lighting. ## Less suited to - Readers seeking an advanced acting manual or a practical audition and rehearsal workbook. ## Customer feedback Customer feedback describes the book as informative and appreciates its introduction to theatre and coverage of production work. Buyers seeking a broad overview for young readers may value that range, while the feedback supplied does not establish how much practical instruction the book provides. Ratings are predominantly five-star, though a smaller spread of lower ratings means experiences are not uniform. - Positive themes: Customers describe the content as informative and value the book as an introduction to theatre. - Positive themes: Feedback also appreciates its coverage of show production. ## Frequently asked questions ### What does All About Theatre cover? It introduces acting, directing and production work, including costumes, props, set building and lighting design. ### What age group is this book aimed at? The listing gives a reading age of 7 - 12 years. ### Which plays are featured? 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