All About Meghan Markle's Visit to the National Theatre in London
By Hannah Wigandt
Meghan Markle visited the National Theatre in London on Wednesday looking as stunning as ever in a blush Brandon Maxwell v-neck dress.
This was the Duchess of Sussex's first official time to the theatre since becoming its patron. Kensington Palace confirmed that the ex-actress inherited the role from Queen Elizabeth back in January.
Meeting Blessing, aged 13, who is passionate about inspiring others through storytelling — her @NationalTheatre Public Acts experience as part of the cast of Pericles allowed her to ‘discover more about what she could do and gain more confidence’. pic.twitter.com/sqmhx3a5Ed
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) January 30, 2019
During her visit she spoke to director Rufus Norris, and got to see members from the Pericles Company come together for a workshop. She also got to see children from Edith Neville Primary School showcase a performance inspired by the work of War Horse.
A fantastic performance at @NationalTheatre inspired by War Horse by schoolchildren from Edith Neville Primary School in Camden, which was created to mark the centenary of Armistice Day. pic.twitter.com/A2TLnWflwW
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) January 30, 2019
Kensington Palace also said Markle is a "strong believer in using the arts to bring people from different backgrounds and communities together." This isn't surprising, considering she was an actress before marrying Prince Harry. She too went to theatre school and even volunteered at a performing arts after-school program for kids.
According to the Palace, the National Theatre launched its apprenticeship and trainee programme in 2011, which combines studying for formal qualifications alongside practical training.
While his wife visited the theatre, Prince Harry attended a Commonwealth Youth Roundtable in Lancaster.