Reference NumberSMNT/7/1/11
TitleBook on National Theatre Scheme [by Harley Granville Barker]
LevelFile
Date1929
DescriptionLoosely bound volume entitled 'National Theatre Scheme. Presented for consideration of the Drafting Committee by the British Drama League, December, 1929'.
Topics discussed in the volume include the need for a National Theatre; the repertory and selection of plays; technical details about the building; formation of the company, including salaries; number of performances to be given, seats prices and receipts; discussion of the site to be given by the London County Council, between the southern site of the New Charing Cross Bridge and the County Hall; potential role of the Old Vic as a 'nursery' for young actors for the National Theatre, the National Theatre Outside London.
Extent1 item
SeriesPromotional or information material about the movement
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