The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time - working on the spectrum

This is a video about the making of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, an adaptation of Mark Haddon's novel by Simon Stephens. The cast and crew talk about how they created the world of play for the stage.
Featured in this video: Marianne Elliott (Director), Scott Graham (Movement Director), Mark Haddon (Novelist), Steven Hoggett (Movement Director), Simon Stephens (Playwright), Robyn Steward (Autism Consultant), Una Stubbs (Actor) and Luke Treadaway (Actor)
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[@firdevs.ymgl0]

I love how they try and succeed with expressing christophers way of thinking. The scenes where they dance and get intimated by each other, were i think smybolyzing why christopher does not want to be touched OR whats going on in his mind when someone touches him. it‘s an incredible peace !

[@maureenmclaughlin4075]

I read this book in 2004 and it moved me in a way that a contemporary book hadn't in ages. I was a Speech Therapy major at the time and I just fell in love with Christopher. When I found that it was on Broadway I almost laughed because I thought I was the only one who loved this book. I was 5th row center when I saw it and I cried.Mark is a truly amazing, kind, individual.

[@Sahinamos_]

In this video, the gas station scene is beautifully captured from Christoper‘s perspective highlighting his vivid Imagination and the colours he observes.For instance,he feels like touched.Futhermore ist Talks Also About Emotions of autistic people.The Video aims to show people who do not have autism how someone with autism sees and intreacts with the world.

[@user-zb4we7hr4j]

The actors portrayed their individual characters quite accurately and thus played their roles well. It’s impressive how much insight as to what is going on inside the character, Christophers mind the staff actually has and how the actors can clearly show what was intended to be. The gymnastic capabilities of the actors regardless of their age were rather intriguing. The whole play also gave good insight on the view of people with a different way of seeing the world compared to the average person. Thank you for the performance, it was fun.

[@rhfkli1323]

👋

[@Haysalto]

Saw the play today, it was incredible and I left with a much more developed view on autism

[@Tsumefan2]

my favorite part is when the dad gives christopher a new puppy i was like "oh mah gawd! its a new puppy!"

[@NationalTheatre]

Thank you for you comment, it is terrific to hear feedback on the production and all the best with your acting.

[@user-ek4gp9ln4p]

I’ve just recently read the book but I think the way the actors portrayed Christopher and what goes on in his head when he makes decisions is very good. This play is very moving and educational too, well done!

[@kyubikurama7560]

😂

[@Marie.m.00348]

YESSS❤

[@NationalTheatre]

Thank you for all of your comments, this is an incredible show and we are very proud of it. You may be interested to know that on our iTunes page we have interviews with the director Marianne Elliott and actor Una Stubbs.

[@Marie.m.00348]

I recently read the Book and it was amazing.I think the Play portrayed the scenes Form the Book really good.Especially the sensory overdloads Form Christopher. Good work

[@kyubikurama7560]

😂

[@user-ek4gp9ln4p]

Agreed ❤❤

[@LittleMissSyreid]

I saw this at the Regent's Theatre in Stoke and my goodness it was fabulous! I wasn't sure what to expect but I was still so very impressed. I'm doing my AS Level exam on it now so this was very helpful! :)

[@NationalTheatre]

It is great to hear you enjoyed the production. You may be interested in our podcast with Marianne Elliott that you can find on our iTunes platform.

[@marou3678]

I thought this was very inspiring and interesting to have a look behind the scenes. The play seemed very creative and I had the feeling you get a very good look inside the brain of an autistic person.

[@MegKBaker]

I cried when I saw this 2 times it was just truly beautiful & I really hope too see it again. It well & truly felt like my story

[@danteandcratosman89]

Hi I have Aspergers Syndrome, supposedly High Functioning Autism, and I absolutely love what you have done with this production. I agree with the sensory aspect, whenever I go to a train station it can be perplexing with all the massive crowds. But I am a student at Durham university and I act as well, so I absolutely love what you have done with this production

[@NationalTheatre]

The production is currently playing in the Apollo Theatre in the West End and there are currently no plans for the NT Live screening to be made available on DVD.

[@NationalTheatre]

Hello Nick, the original production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was broadcast as part of NT Live. Unfortunately these screenings have finished but keep updated on NT Live screenings by following the link to the NT Live website in the video description.

[@robbiemorrison7085]

Saw this play before I was diagnosed with ASD at age 16, has been by far the best show I have ever seen, loved it so much I saw it twice! I’ve read the book as well

[@geoff394]

The play is one of the most extraordinary theatre going experiences of my life. It was funny, moving and incredibly imaginative. I saw it with Jack Loxton in the part and he was brilliant. I'm sure he's got a very promising and brilliant career ahead of him, and the entire cast was perfect.

[@AliceBarnden]

Wow I have recently seen this production and I can honestly say it was the best performance I have ever seen! The staging was incredible and you could really see and understand how Christopher was feeling! I recommend it so much!!!

[@MilouAT]

I just saw this play yesterday in Carré Theatre in Amsterdam and it was literally mindblowing! Wow! The whole creation, every espect, was so great, so creatively thought out... I really felt everything because of becoming one with Christophers' world, thanks to all the visuals, lightning, music, sound effects, etc. as a creation of the crew but also because the cast did a more than great job, expressing in such a way with their emotions. Highly recommended!

[@MilouAT]

And of course, the story itself is pretty cool as well:) Bringing some surprising changes within the plot, adding humor but also lots of other emotions!

[@LPTR93]

One of the best pieces of theatre I have ever seen :) Loved it! x

[@Bnesque]

yes, this show is stunning! please make this into dvd!

[@nax1096]

I am going to watch this play production during the Spring break, and I have to say that I am very excited!

[@Waggers789]

Really love this production,one of my favourite of this year!

[@rhfkli1323]

I think the characters where displayed very good by the actors. I also think by having the insight of some Autistic People the scenes like the Trainstation were made even better, they also did a great job with portraing the overload of information and the confusion of Christopher during the whole play. While I think the whole play was quite good I was confused by the whole Christopher being touched very much but not reacting to it. I would have liked to see how they were going to portrait Wellingtons death though.

[@kyubikurama7560]

😂

[@MoulinSurvivor]

...BRILLIANT !!! Saw this NTL Digital Cinema event yesterday at Sie Film/Center Denver, Colorado. If you get the chance, don't miss this extraordinary production...

[@jona-ams]

Thanks for this nice video! 🙌 it gave me a better view on people with autism, it showed me that not everything is bad 😅. The people seem really creative. But I can’t imagine how it feels being in the situation as an autistic person on the trainstation 🚆🤕. Well done 👍 🎉

[@kyubikurama7560]

😂

[@rhfkli1323]

😂

[@moininargesdr]

Seams fabulous! So sad I can never see these in my country.

[@veronikaloskova6302]

Absolutely fantastic!!!

[@kikiluzia5511]

I cannot wait to see this it looks great

[@kyubikurama7560]

I think the acting was quite good and was portrayed very well from the book, the actor (Luke) for Christopher even acted out the role when dealing with the rat which was used to portray Toby well. The old woman who acted out Mrs Alexander didn’t appear very often in the video and only appeared in the gymnastics which I didn’t understand. The video itself is a little confusing for me since I didn’t quite understand when they were acting out things and when not. I also liked it when they used wooden boxes to act out the scenes for example when using them as a substitute for the luggage.

[@kyubikurama7560]

😂

[@rhfkli1323]

🫥

[@BethLovesCookiez]

oh gosh I remember that rehearsal room from a few years back!

[@kiaracarter7936]

who else is here for their drama homework?

[@AverageBtd6Helper]

Me lol

[@idfkb]

​​@@AverageBtd6Helper doing normal drama work

[@jupitersnape2483]

its Mrs Hudson from Sherlock! (3:30)

[@99lodewijk]

Esme Snape It's miss Bat from the Worst Witch (3:30)

[@xXCatrinXxEve]

saw this at the national - great show

[@nah13al]

iv seen this and read the book its amazing and i love the stage :)

[@LexieGriffiths-b3f]

love this for yall xx

[@angelgem96]

omg saw this today it was amazing :)

[@kmaclovesgreys]

I just read this book!

[@Linakari]

I need a DVD more than I need oxygen

[@Ginjadnb]

Mrs Hudson please do be careful or you will bust your other hip

[@doctaslick]

My queendom, to see this production.

[@keziahchung4781]

Yay

[@louislee7]

this book actually shows us the mind of people who don't get the joke

[@zylo999]

i read the book, it the most unique and compelling books ive ever read

[@addie435618]

Is it possible to get this production and play on dvd or some where I can download it from, I live in USA so I would love to be able to watch this production. Please send a link or information that could help. thank you.

[@BrianFoleyDirector]

How long was the rehearsal process for this production? As a corollary, how long are the National rehearsal periods for new plays (especially those with large physical performance components) in general? Thanks!

[@NationalTheatre]

Hello Brian - the usual time allocated to the rehearsal of a National Theatre play is 6 weeks, this is for all plays new and old.

[@BrianFoleyDirector]

National Theatre Discover Thanks! That is impressive and intimidating as hell.

[@felix49qwe4rty]

The National Theatre production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time will begin previews tomorrow, Wednesday, September 10, in New York. The acclaimed new play by Simon Stephens, adapted from Mark Haddon's best-selling novel, directed by Tony Award-winner Marianne Elliott, will officially open on Sunday, October 5 at the Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street).

[@TheGaynick]

i don't know if this has been asked, but this production been filmed? and is it available to watch online in Australia? it is one of my favourite books and i would love to see how it has transgressed from ink to performance. :) :( :S ;)

[@abbyeastwood237]

Where can I watch the filmed version of the performance online please !! Or can I purchase ? Have been searching since I watched it many years ago

[@MrIcarusEl]

i really wanted to see that but i live in australia so maybe the book then for me

[@livbatchelor4634]

Check the National Theatre Live website, I also live in Australia and just discovered that there are encore screenings of 'Frankenstein' with Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller playing in my city in November! So yeah, check it out, 'Curious' might be playing at your local cinema in a while!

[@MrIcarusEl]

I want to see frankenstein too i heard about it! Do you know if it will coming to brisbane? Also what city do you live in? *****

[@shawnrobertdoyle5242]

Bring this show to Canada!

[@maurusmuller9988]

❤

[@anapatterson4452]

Mrs Hudson's Big Break

[@Supasiders1]

Does anyone know what style of theatre the play was performed In ?

[@kikihappy54]

It was performed in a thrust stage. Kinda like the ones we see in most theaters, but with an extra bit hanging over, giving the audience more angles to view it from.

[@chrisgradwell4406]

Do you use an real rat in the show?

[@chrisgradwell4406]

Ok Thanks *****

[@SHRUNKY_]

1:09

[@catty_5656]

A wonderful play but I wish I could have actually seen it properly. I don't have autism but I have big issues around sensory overload. I went with my school last night and there was absolutely no warning (probably also because my school couldn't care less about its students' mental health). Spent the entire thing sobbing, shaking and unable to leave. The flashing lights, noises and graphic image of the dog at the beginning was very triggering. It was beautiful and I appreciate the way that they show people what it is like to be autistic, but I feel like the entire thing was just one big wave of sensory overload

[@AverageBtd6Helper]

Plot twist: the 95% watching this has either got this as a drama class or drama homework, and the 2% just searched random stuff and 3% wanted to watch this.

[@Jordan1159_VA]

I love the book, but more to the point, I actually have autism/ aspergers

[@letstalkbsl5537]

I'm autistic and I sell my art work

[@mollyseddon48]

YAS UNA 😀 HUDDERS 4 THE WIN

[@methylatedlysine]

MRS HUDSON? IN SWINDON? HAS ENGLAND FALLEN?

[@cherrypie7064]

Just ignore this comment :) 3:23 4:06

[@sofiastern1653]

Ed is my favorite character in the book. I hate Judy and Christopher

[@cyclonesoz]

rlly terrible

[@TheRojo387]

The book was terrible, and so is the play. In fact, I use it as an example of how NOT to write a novel, and especially that's the case for Blue Terror.