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February 2020
Film: Judy (15)
Thirty years after starring in "The Wizard of Oz," beloved actress and singer Judy Garland arrives in London to perform sold-out shows at the Talk of the Town nightclub. While there, she reminisces with friends and fans and begins a whirlwind romance with musician Mickey Deans, her soon-to-be fifth husband. ★★★★"the film captivates; it grabs you by the heart and demands adoration." The Guardian Full Review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9Ah_UfTb-s
Find out more »March 2020
The Royal Ballet: THE CELLIST / DANCES AT A GATHERING (WORLD PREMIERES)
★★★★★ “…a heartbreaking love letter to Jacqueline du Pré and the magic of music” The Telegraph FULL REVIEW ★★★★"a joyfully giddy tribute to Jacqueline du Pré" The Guardian Cathy Marston has previously been an Associate Artist of the Royal Opera House and Director of Bern Ballett, and is much in demand internationally. The inspiration for her first work for The Royal Ballet Main Stage is the momentous life and career of the cellist Jacqueline du Pré. ★★★★ The Stage Jerome…
Find out more »NTLIVE: Cyrano de Bergerac
We will be Screening the ( Feb 20th ) live performance from London’s West End Cyrano de Bergerac, starring James McAvoy (X-Men, Atonement) in the title role On March 5th. This inventive new adaptation by Martin Crimp tells the story our hero. ★★★★★ "Edmond Rostand’s play, written in 1897 but set in 1640, is rapped into the 21st century. Yet every fibre vibrates to Edmond Rostand’s ideas about outward illusion, inner voices – and the spellbinding power of speech. It…
Find out more »FILM: FROZEN 2
★★★★"More mature, ambitious and intricate than its hit predecessor" The Independent Elsa the Snow Queen has an extraordinary gift -- the power to create ice and snow. But no matter how happy she is to be surrounded by the people of Arendelle, Elsa finds herself strangely unsettled. Why was Elsa born with magical powers? The answer is calling her and threatening her kingdom. After hearing a mysterious voice call out to her, Elsa travels to the enchanted forests and dark…
Find out more »FILM FUNDRAISER: Moliere (12A)
Raising Funds for Bishop’s Castle Twinning Association In 17th-century France, playwright and actor Molière (Romain Duris) has his debts paid off by Monsieur Jourdain (Fabrice Luchini), freeing him from debtors prison. In return, Jourdain asks for acting lessons so he can win the heart of the beautiful widow Célimène (Ludivine Sagnier) by performing a short play for her. Presented to Jourdain's family as the priest Tartuffe, Molière begins to fall in love with Monsieur Jourdain's disregarded wife, Elmire (Laura Morante).…
Find out more »Afternoon Film: Top Hat (U)
1935 American screwball musical comedy in which Fred Astaire plays an American dancer, who comes to London to star in a show. He meets and attempts to impress model Ginger Rogers to win her affection. Accessible Cabaret seating/no steps/ hearing loop/ tea and biscuits £1/local Free Bus available Supported by the Friends of Bishop’s Castle Community, Care Home and Hospital. All Tickets £3 Accompanying Carers FREE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXrLw-DRH2g
Find out more »Film: Sorry We Missed You( 15)
Ken Loach’s latest excursion into breadline Britain is a companion piece to I, Daniel Blake. A gut wrenching story of a hard working family, fighting an uphill struggle trying to meet the unfair demands of their zero hour contract jobs. Ricky and his family have been fighting an uphill struggle against debt since the 2008 financial crash. An opportunity to wrestle back some independence appears with a shiny new van and the chance to run a franchise as a…
Find out more »Royal Opera House: FIDELIO ( Beethoven)
FIDELIO (NEW PRODUCTION) Cinema encore Sunday 22 March 2020 Beethoven’s only opera is a masterpiece, an uplifting story of risk and triumph. In this new production, conducted by Antonio Pappano, Jonas Kaufmann plays the political prisoner Florestan, and Lise Davidsen his wife Leonore (disguised as ‘Fidelio’) who daringly sets out to rescue him. Set in strong counterpoint are the ingredients of domestic intrigue, determined love and the cruelty of an oppressive regime. The music is transcendent throughout and includes…
Find out more »Ballet Screening: Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake(Filmed Live at Sadler’s Wells Theatre, London in 2019 ★★★★★‘STILL A MARVEL-“THE LEGEND RETURNS”, POSTERS DECLARE, AND FOR ONCE IT’S NOT JUST HYPE’ Independent ★★★★‘WITTY, MENACING, LYRICAL AND WILD’ Daily Telegraph ★★★★★‘THE PRODUCTION REMAINS AS VITAL AS EVER, ALIVE WITH INTRICATE DETAIL AND SOARING PHYSICALITY’ The Stage Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake comes to cinemas with a fresh look for the 21st century and is as bold and beautiful as ever’(★★★★★Telegraph). This thrilling, audacious and witty production is…
Find out more »April 2020
Live Comedy: Box of Frogs
Tickets on sale soon Box of Frogs is Birmingham’s Premier Improv group. Box of Frogs, Birmingham’s premier Improv Group, brings you a night of high-octane improvised comedy, based entirely on your suggestions. Expect the unexpected as quick-witted players conjure up hilarious spontaneous songs, sketches and scenes on the spur of the moment. Performing entirely without a script, half-a-dozen players and a musician will create a night of “Whose Line Is It Anyway” type comedy, with improvised songs, stories and…
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