225 mins.
Live screening from the Royal Opera House of Gounod’s enthralling opera. Faust trades his soul with the Devil for youth and power. Virtuoso leading roles, a large chorus, sensational sets, ballet and an ecstatic finale make this the epitome of theatrical spectacle.
WHY? Experience the decadence and elegance of 1870s Paris in David McVicar’s spectacular production
Courtyard Theatre
£15
165 mins.
Encore screening from The Royal Opera House. Love and friendship triumph in Carlos Acosta’s vibrant production of this dazzling ballet. The story follows Don Quixote’s picaresque journey to do deeds in honour of his imaginary noble lady, Dulcinea.
WHY? Sunny, charming, funny and touching – it is a ballet as full of uplifting emotion as it is of astonishing ballet technique
Courtyard Theatre
£15
255 mins.
Encore screening from The Royal Opera House, directed by Christof Loy and conducted by Antonio Pappano. A story of bitter revenge pursued across miles and years. Leonora falls in love with Don Alvaro, but when her father forbids their marriage, a fatal accident triggers a drama of obsession, vengeance and tragedy.
WHY? Jonas Kaufmann and Anna Netrebko star in Verdi’s epic opera
Courtyard Theatre
£15
By Joseph L Mankiewicz
Adapted and directed for the stage by Ivo van Hove.
Broadcast live from the West End in London (Thursday).
All About Eve tells the story of Margo Channing. Legend. True star of the theatre. The spotlight is hers, always has been. But now there’s Eve. Her biggest fan. Young, beautiful Eve. The golden girl, the girl next door. But you know all about Eve… don’t you…?
Lifting the curtain on a world of jealousy and ambition, this new production, from one of the world's most innovative theatre directors, Ivo van Hove (Network, NT Live: A View from the Bridge), asks why our fascination with celebrity, youth and identity never seems to get old.
WHY? Starring Gillian Anderson (X-Files, NT Live: A Streetcar Named Desire) and Lily James (Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again)
Run time approximately 130 mins.
Courtyard Theatre
£15
Photographs: Gillian Anderson by Pari Dukovic and Lily James by Perou
Design: Bob King Creative
Run time tbc.
Live screening from Stratford-upon-Avon. Rosalind is banished, wrestling with her heart and her head. With her cousin by her side, she journeys to a world of exile where barriers are broken down and all can discover their deeper selves.
WHY? Kimberley Sykes directs a riotous production of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy
Courtyard Theatre
£15
The band perform a blistering set of terrific tunes - all played in that great Beatles style!
Bring the whole family and sing your socks off to belters such as Long Tall Sally, Twist and Shout and Rock ‘n’ Roll Music. Children can dance, sing or just chill out on our bean bags.
The 11.30am concert is a Relaxed performance - ideal for families with babies and toddlers, or Children with SEND.
Suitable for all ages.
WHY? Music to sing-along to!
Studio
£11 (£9 under 16s)
Family and Friends (4 people) £36
Please book a free baby seat for babies under 18 months.
Dir: Julian Schnabel 2018 | 111 mins, Ch/UK/Fr/US/Ie
Drama exploring the famed but tormented artist Vincent van Gogh, covering his time in Arles and Auvers-sur-Oise. Complex and troubled soul Vincent seeks a new visual language, while also struggling to make sense of himself and his connection to those around him.
WHY? Featuring an Oscar nominated performance from Willem Dafoe as the troubled artist
£10.50 (£9.50 conc)
Special Ticket Offer
£9 (£8 conc) tickets when you book for three films at the same time. Offer excludes event cinema screenings. Offer applied in basket.
Parent and Baby Screening
The screening on Wednesday 24 April at 11am is exclusively for parents with children under 2 years. Lights are kept on low level and you can move around if you need to. Tickets are £5.50 for adults (including a cup of tea/coffee); babies and infants are free of charge. Seating is unreserved and unaccompanied adults are not admitted.
Dir: Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey 2018 | 117 mins, US
A fresh vision of a different Spider-Man Universe, with a groundbreaking visual style that’s the first of its kind. The story introduces Brooklyn teen Miles Morales and the limitless possibilities of the Spider-Verse - where more than one can wear the mask. From the creative minds behind The Lego Movie.
WHY? Nominated for Best Animated Feature at this year’s BAFTA and Academy Awards
'A dazzling animated caper' ★★★★ The Guardian
Click here to read the full review.
£8 (£6 under 16s)
Family and Friends (4 people) £24
Dir: Josie Rourke 2018 | 124 mins, UK
Queen of France at 16, at 18 Mary is widowed. She returns to Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne. By birth, Mary has a rival claim to the throne of Elizabeth I. Betrayal, rebellion and conspiracies within each court imperil both Queens - driving them apart, as each woman experiences the bitter cost of power.
WHY? ‘Saoirse Ronan rules over political drama’ ★★★★ The Guardian
Click here to read the full review.
£10.50 (£9.50 conc)
Special Ticket Offer
£9 (£8 conc) tickets when you book for three films at the same time. Offer excludes event cinema screenings. Offer applied in basket.
Parent and Baby Screening
The screening on Wednesday 27 February at 11am is exclusively for parents with children under 2 years. Lights are kept on low level and you can move around if you need to. Tickets are £5.50 for adults (including a cup of tea/coffee); babies and infants are free of charge. Seating is unreserved and unaccompanied adults are not admitted.
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