The Graphic Play: Poster Design at the National Theatre
Department of Typography & Graphic Communication
University of Reading
Monday 17 November 2025 to Friday 13 February 2026
About this event
This exhibition of National Theatre posters from the Lettering, Printing and Graphic Design Collections focuses on the contrasting design styles of Ken Briggs and Richard Bird – from structurally precise modernist typography to dramatically expressive illustration.
Curated by Rick Poynor.
The exhibition is open from Monday to Wednesday, 10 am to 4 pm.
Group visits can be made by appointment. Please email lpgdc@reading.ac.uk

Date & Time
17 November 2025 – 13 March 2026
Cost
Open from Monday to Wednesday, 10am-4pm.
Group visits by appointment.
