The Deck: Pop Up Cinema, National Theatre

This August the National Theatre will host a new pop up cinema. London 2014 will see classic performances of One Man, Two Guvnors and London Assurance.

From 11-16 August, the National Theatre will offer a glimpse into its recent history. The Southbank institution will screen London Assurance (2010) and One Man, Two Guvnors (2011)-  two of its best production of the past decade- at a pop-up cinema on the arresting Brutalist-style deck.

New Pop-Up Cinema London Southbank

For classic comedy, we suggest you try the matinee showings of London Assurance, at 1.30 right through the week. This rendition of Victorian darling Dion Boucicault's play, written in 1841, stars Simon Russell Beale- who just took his final bow as King Lear on the National's Lyttleton stage - alongside a host of eccentric and hilarious smaller parts, who together fill the stage with comedic tropes and play out risky set pieces. Look out for Richard Briers, best known for his role of Tom Good in The Good Life, in what became his last ever performance.

One Man, Two Guvnors

For comedy of a slightly different tone, head to see One Man, Two Guvnors, in the evenings at 7.00pm, a densely witty farce penned by Richard Bean, who is also responsible for the National’s current phone-hacking farce Great Britain. Although based on the 18th century commedia play Servant of Two Masters by Carlo Goldoni, the script and design feel wholly loyal to their 1960s Brighton rewrite. James Corden took the lead, nearly a decade after his star-making turn in Alan Bennett’s The History Boys and won the 2011 Tony Award for best actor for his portrayal of Francis.

Seating is allocated on a first come, first served basis, so be sure to get in early to snap up the best seats. Tickets can and should be bought in advance online.