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The power of theatre: getting your stage fix on page and screen

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Clockwise from top left: La La Land, Save the Last Dance, Tipping the Velvet, Bernie Clifton's Dressing Room, Station Eleven

Clockwise from top left: La La Land, Save the Last Dance, Tipping the Velvet, Bernie Clifton's Dressing Room, Station Eleven

While many are watching streamed shows online, there is also a wealth of films, TV shows and books that explore theatre in all its glorious forms. Professionals from across the sector shared their favourites to compile the ultimate theatre-themed lockdown watching and reading list

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