A Disappearing Number takes as its starting point the story of one of the most mysterious and romantic mathematical collaborations of all time. Simultaneously a narrative and an enquiry, the production crosses three continents and several histories, to weave a provocative theatrical pattern about our relentless compulsion to understand. The book features an essay by Marcus de Sautoy, Professor of Mathematics at Wadham College, Oxford, and an introduction by Simon McBurney. The Complicité production was an astonishing success during its run at the Barbican, London in Spring 2007, winning The Evening Standard’s Best New Play Award 2007. A Disappearing Number started a new run and tour at the Barbican, London in May 2008. *SUBSCRIPTION PRICES ARE AVAILABLE* - buy 3 different National Theatre shows and get 5% off - buy 4 different National Theatre shows get 10% off - buy all 5 National Theatre shows and get 15% off each ticket! On sale date is August 16th, 2010.