National Theatre's "The LeftBehinds" engages 10,000 students

The National Theatre's new production, "The LeftBehinds," is touring secondary schools, reaching 10,000 students. The play features a post-apocalyptic adventure with humor and serious themes, directed by Ned Bennett and written by Ross Willis. The story follows teenager Kit, who leads a group to find parts of an android to reconnect with her mother. The production includes interactive elements and quirky characters, such as a trash-talking baby and a puppet. This performance is notable as it is the first professional theatre experience for many students. The National Theatre has faced criticism for cutting its Primary Schools Touring program, highlighting the need for engaging theatre for younger audiences.