Royal National Theatre

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/royal-national-theatre

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Royal National Theatre built?1963
2. What is the location?South Bank, London, England
3. What is the architectural style?Brutalist (building completed in 1976)
4. When did the Royal National Theatre move into its own building?It moved into its famous building on the South Bank in 1976. The building is known for its big, bold shape.
5. Who designed the Royal National Theatre building?The architect Denys Lasdun designed the building. It has a strong, modern look.

Repertory System: A theatrical production method where multiple plays are performed in rotation by a single company.
Brutalist Architecture: A style characterized by raw concrete, massive forms, and a monumental appearance.
Digital Dissemination: The process of distributing content, like performances, through digital channels.
Earned Income: Revenue generated by an organization through its own business activities, rather than grants or donations.