National Theatre's River Stage to return to the South Bank

The National Theatre's River Stage is returning to the South Bank this summer to host a month of entertainment.

The free, outdoor arts and music festival will run every weekend from 29 July to 29 August and includes takeovers from Latitude Festival, Rambert Dance Company, Bristol's Mayfest, East London's The Glory and the National itself.

Kicking the River Stage performances off will be The Glory from 29 to 31 July. Led by Jonny Woo and John Sizzle, The Glory will present a drag-packed tour-de-force of shows and DJs.

From 5 to 7 August, Latitude Festival will take over with a selection of its family-friendly acts. 12 to 14 August will then see Bristol's Mayfest on the River Stage with a selection of unusual, playful and ambitious work.

Dance company Rambert will present a weekend of unique dance pieces and live music by Rambert musicians as well as hosting free workshops for all ages from 19 to 21 August.

Lastly, to end the festival over the bank holiday weekend from 26 to 29 August, the National Theatre will present a mix of music, dance, performance and an outdoor cinema screening.