Nick Hern Books

Nick Hern Books sells plays, screenplays and books about theatre, alongside ebook and audiobook editions of selected titles.

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Quick overview

The range spans modern and classic drama, plays for young people, literary adaptations, musicals and books on theatre practice.

Playtexts include works by Shakespeare and his contemporaries, as well as play collections.
Theatre books cover acting, auditions, directing, design, backstage work, voice and writing.
Many titles are available in print and ebook formats, and some are available as audiobooks.
Teachers can order class sets and read a drama resources brochure online.
Individuals with specific access requirements, libraries and institutions can request accessible versions of titles available on the website.

Introduction

Nick Hern Books sells plays, screenplays and books about theatre. Many titles are available in print and ebook formats, and the merchant also sells audiobook versions of some titles.

The range includes modern and classic drama, plays for young people, literary adaptations and musicals. Theatre books cover subjects from acting and directing to backstage work and writing.

What Nick Hern Books offers

The merchant offers individual playtexts and play collections, alongside screenplays and musical libretti. It also offers class sets of playtexts or books and an online drama resources brochure for teachers.

Product and service categories

Modern and classic drama

The play range includes modern drama and classic drama. It also includes plays by Shakespeare and his contemporaries. Plays are available individually and in collections.

Plays for children and young people

Nick Hern Books lists plays for children under 12 and plays for young people aged 12 to 18. These include plays listed for performance in schools. The merchant also offers class sets of playtexts.

Adaptations, musicals and screenplays

Literary adaptations include stage versions. The musicals range includes libretti. Screenplays are also offered.

Acting and performance books

Theatre books include titles on acting, auditions and monologues. Other subjects include movement and dance, voice and musical theatre. There are also books about Shakespeare.

Making theatre

Books on backstage and technical work sit alongside titles about design and directing. The range also includes books on writing. Biography and general theatre books are listed too.

Browse the full range on the Nick Hern Books website.

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Brands named on the site

The site lists Theatre Communications Group.

Using the website

The website offers advanced search and an account area. A separate Plays to Perform site has a Play Finder for searching for plays.

There is an ebooks and audiobooks help page for titles bought through the merchant's website. The site also offers a newsletter and articles about theatre.

Notable features

Individuals with specific access requirements, as well as libraries and institutions, can request an accessible version of titles available on the website. Nick Hern Books also provides information about applying for performing rights.

Frequently asked questions

Are ebooks available?

Nick Hern Books publishes ebook editions of many titles. Ebooks bought on its website can be read in the Glassboxx app or Glassboxx Browser Reader.

Are audiobooks available?

The merchant sells audiobook versions of some titles. Audiobooks bought on its website are available in the Glassboxx app or Browser Reader, using the same email address used to buy the book.

Can I request an accessible version of a title?

Individuals with specific access requirements can contact the merchant to request an accessible version of a title available on the website. Libraries and institutions can also make a request.

Are there plays listed for schools?

Yes, the merchant lists plays for children under 12 and for young people aged 12 to 18. It also offers class sets of playtexts or books.

Is there a resource for teachers?

Yes, the Drama Resources for Teachers brochure can be read online. It contains publications for classroom learning, study and performance.

Can I search for a play to perform?

Yes, the Plays to Perform site includes a Play Finder. The merchant also offers contact with its Performing Rights Manager for more specific advice and suggestions.

Key takeaways

Plays include modern and classic drama, literary adaptations and works for young people.
Theatre books cover acting, directing, design, voice and writing.
Many titles are available in print and ebook formats, with audiobooks available for some.
Teachers can read a drama resources brochure online and order class sets.
Accessible versions of titles available on the website can be requested.

Summary

Nick Hern Books brings together playtexts, screenplays, musical libretti and theatre books, with digital formats available for a selection of titles. Its services also include a play finder, resources for teachers and requests for accessible versions.