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January 2020
Royal Opera House LIVE: La Boheme (Puccini)
Live Via Satellite Puccini’s opera of young love in 19th-century Paris is packed with beautiful music, including lyrical arias, celebratory choruses for Act II’s evocation of Christmas Eve in the Latin Quarter and a poignant final scene over which the composer himself wept. Richard Jones’s character-led production perfectly captures La bohème’s mixture of comedy, romance and tragedy, with striking designs by Stewart Laing. The cast features some of the greatest interpreters of Puccini’s bohemian lovers performing today, as well as…
Find out more »LIVE : The Little Prince from LUCA SILVESTRINI’S PROTEIN
Welcome to the incredible story of The Little Prince, retold in this dance and theatre show by a pilot stranded in the desert. Find out how the Little Prince leaves behind his own tiny asteroid and beloved rose and journeys through the universe, coming face to face with the baffling world of grown-ups! Upon landing on planet Earth, the Little Prince is welcomed by a mysterious snake and a truly wise and friendly fox before encountering the lone…
Find out more »February 2020
FILM: Blinded by the Light(12A)
★★★★"Blinded by the Light, review: Gurinder Chadha’s ode to Springsteen is utterly joyous. The film offers not only a reminder of Springsteen’s lyrical genius, but of how he’s always served as a beacon for the disenfranchised." The Independent REVIEW Javed is a Pakistani teenager who experiences racial and economic turmoil while living in Luton, England, in 1987. He writes poetry as a way to escape the intolerance of his hometown and the stubborn views of his traditional father. When a…
Find out more »Afternoon Film: Downton Abbey (PG)
In case you missed it the first time. Excitement is high at Downton Abbey when the Crawley family learns that King George V and Queen Mary are coming to visit. But trouble soon arises when Mrs. Patmore, Daisy and the rest of the servants learn that the king and queen travel with their own chefs and attendants — setting the stage for an impromptu scheme and other shenanigans. . ★★★★”Sumptuous and lovely, this film is a fitting capper to the…
Find out more »Documentary Film: A Dog Called Money (15)
Award-winning war photographer and filmmaker Seamus Murphy explores the creative inspiration behind PJ Harvey’s ninth studio album in A Dog Called Money, an arresting, kaleidoscopic documentary film essay charting their travels together in Afghanistan, Kosovo and the US. “Mystery, originality and authenticity come to the fore as hallmarks of Harvey as an artist. This film is no exception.” Louder Than War FULL REVIEW Inspired by the songs and stories they encounter on the road, Murphy and Harvey examine the many ways…
Find out more »FILM: A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon (PG)
★★★★’Raising the baa once again, Aardman deliver a sweet, effortlessly likeable (and extremely British) treat for lamb and mutton alike. ‘Empire British stop-motion animated science fiction comedy by Aardman Animations. When an alien possessing strange powers crash-lands near Mossy Bottom Farm, Shaun quickly makes a new friend. Together they must run from a dangerous organisation who wants to capture the intergalactic visitor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YlYN4UjMXA0
Find out more »LIVE : Bubble Schmeisis
This show has it all: Live Comedy, Live Theatre, Live Music, Live storytelling! ★★★★ The Stage full review ★★★★ Britishtheatre .com Nick Cassenbaum invites you into the warmth of the Canning Town Schvitz, East London’s last authentic bath house. Amongst the steam, ritual and live Klezmer, Nick will take you on a journey to find the place he belongs. Schlaping through summer camps, barber shops and Spurs games… will he find what he was looking for? Bubble Schmeisis is full…
Find out more »LIVE: The 3 Ages of Drumming Experience- Hosted by Sticky Wicket
The 3 Ages of Drumming Experience- Hosted by Sticky Wicket A presentation from Sticky Wicket, Dunk Burns, & Miles Dunkley- 3 Drummers ,3 Ages, 3 Perspectives- Music with a full band and 3 drum kits and chances to participate. A unique opportunity to join the fun and enter their world. More info soon! FREE w/ donations The Arts Festival
Find out more »LIVE MUSIC: Blues and Roots w/Beki Brindle Sticky Wicket, Geoff Grimes, + Friends.
LIVE MUSIC: Blues and Roots w/Beki Brindle Geoff Grimes, Sticky Wicket + Friends. With a back catalogue of collaborations to make your mouth, eyes and ears water, this will be a great night. With music from Mississippi, Memphis, Nashville Chicago, and beyond. "Seeing the Beki Brindle band is like having really great tapas. Real variety, really well presented. Beki is an exceptional guitarist with an expressive and rich singing voice. She and her group of consummate musicians both pay homage…
Find out more »Live Rhubarb Theatre: Henry Moon & the Greasy Spoon
'Henry Moon and the Greasy Spoon’ is magical, creative and “fun for all the family” from age 5yrs+ Everyone knows Flo’s café. It hasn’t changed in years. It’s no tea at the Ritz, in fact it’s a little bit shabby, but the kettle’s always boiling, and Flo is ready with a welcoming smile. Only problem is, where are the customers! All visiting those fancy new coffee bistros, no doubt. All seems doomed for Flo until one cold windy day…
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