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July 2024

  Present Laughter by Noël Coward The multi award-winning production of Noël Coward’s provocative comedy featuring Andrew Scott (Vanya, Fleabag) returns to the big screen. As he prepares to embark on an overseas tour, star actor Garry Essendine’s colourful life is in danger of spiralling out of control. Engulfed by an escalating identity crisis as his many and various relationships compete for his attention, Garry’s few remaining days at home are a chaotic whirlwind of love, sex, panic and soul-searching.…

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  A new feature-length documentary depicting the extraordinary and emotional return of blur, captured during the year in which they made a surprise return with their first record in 8 years, the critically acclaimed #1 album ‘The Ballad of Darren’. blur: To The End follows the unique relationship of four friends - and band mates of three decades - Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon, Alex James and Dave Rowntree as they come together to record new songs ahead of their sold-out,…

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  Midlands Short Film Club presents a proud collection of short films exploring LGBTQIA+ identities on screen made by filmmakers from across the region. From questions of identity to sexual awakenings, the programme is a celebration of queer stories on screen as well as showcasing some of the most exciting new filmmaking talent from across the Midlands.  The short films in this programme have all been proudly supported by BFI NETWORK Short Film Funding and Film Hub Midlands with National…

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September 2024

  James Seabright presents Black Is The Color Of My Voice By Apphia Campbell Performed by Nicholle Cherrie Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live. Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father. She reflects on the journey that took her from a young piano prodigy destined for a life in the service of the church, to a…

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October 2024

  ROYAL BALLET AND OPERA CINEMA SEASON 2024/25 The Royal Ballet ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Revival At a garden party on a sunny afternoon, Alice is surprised to see her parents’ friend Lewis Carroll transform into a white rabbit. When she follows him down a rabbit hole, events become curiouser and curiouser…As Alice journeys through Wonderland, she encounters countless strange creatures. She’s swept off her feet by the charming Knave of Hearts, who’s on the run for stealing the tarts.…

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Never Let Me Go

October 29th - November 2nd

  Malvern Theatres, Rose Theatre, Bristol Old Vic, and Royal & Derngate, Northampton present You were brought into this world for a purpose. And your futures — all of them — have been decided. NEVER LET ME GO A play by Suzanne Heathcote Based on the novel by Kazuo Ishiguro Directed by Christopher Haydon Kazuo Ishiguro’s international best-selling novel arrives on stage in this world premiere of Suzanne Heathcote’s gripping new adapation. What if you discovered your whole reason for being…

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January 2025

RB&O: The Tales of Hoffman

15th January 2025 7:45 pm

  ROYAL BALLET AND OPERA CINEMA SEASON 2024/25 The Royal Opera THE TALES OF HOFFMANN New Production Through the haze of the years, a poet remembers the women he loved. But when it comes to matters of the heart, nothing is as it seems. Particularly when the devil himself is involved… Journeying back to his school days, Hoffmann relives his childhood romance with Olympia, a model student in every sense. Doomed love follows him into adulthood, here the dancer, Antonia,…

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PRIDE & PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF)

21st January 2025 - 25th January 2025

  THE FIVE STAR COMEDY SENSATION DIRECT FROM THE WEST END Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) returns to Malvern Theatres by public demand and is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to romance. This…

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February 2025

Animal Farm

11th February 2025 - 15th February 2025

  Octagon Theatre Bolton, Derby Theatre & Hull Truck Theatre present ANIMAL FARM Based on the novel by George Orwell Adapted for the stage by Ian Wooldridge Directed by Iqbal Khan A powerful re-telling of George Orwell’s chilling and timeless classic. ALL ANIMALS ARE EQUAL. BUT SOME ARE MORE EQUAL THAN OTHERS... When the downtrodden animals of Manor Farm overthrow their master and take over, they imagine it is the beginning of a life of freedom and equality for all. However, over time…

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March 2025

RB&O: Romeo & Juliet

20th March 2025 7:15 pm

  ROYAL BALLET AND OPERA CINEMA SEASON 2024/25 The Royal Ballet ROMEO AND JULIET Revival The Capulets and Montagues are sworn enemies. Yet it is love at first sight for Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet when they meet each other at the Capulet ball, into which Romeo has snuck. The two fall in love and they profess their devotion to each other at Juliet’s balcony. They secretly get married. The stakes are raised for the young couple when Romeo avenges…

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April 2025

RB&O: Turandot

6th April 2025 2:00 pm

  ROYAL BALLET AND OPERA CINEMA SEASON 2024/25 The Royal Opera TURANDOT Revival The beautiful but icy Princess Turandot will only marry a man who can correctly answer three riddles. Those who fail are brutally beheaded. But when an unknown prince arrives, the balance of power in Turandot’s court is forever shaken, as the mysterious stranger does what no other has been able to. Pre-recorded (Captured live 1st April 2025) Running time: 205 minutes, Two intervals Sung in Italian with…

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May 2025

RB&O: Die Walkure

14th May 2025 5:00 pm

  ROYAL BALLET AND OPERA CINEMA SEASON 2024/25 The Royal Opera DIE WALKÜRE New Production On a stormy night, fate brings two strangers together, unleashing a love with the power to end worlds. Meanwhile, in the realm of the gods, an epic battle ensues between their ruler Wotan and his rebellious daughter, Brünnhilde. Running time 365 minutes (TBC) Sung in German with subtitles Cast: WOTAN Christopher Maltman BRÜNNHILDE Elisabet Strid SIEGLINDE Lise Davidsen SIEGMUND Stanislas de Barbeyrac HUNDING Soloman Howard…

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