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National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest (PG)

Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.

While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.

Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.

The Importance of being Earnest
by Oscar Wilde
directed by Max Webster

Nottingham Organ Society… Elizabeth Harrison

The top organ players from across the country play at The Bonington Theatre on the first Monday of each month!

Elizabeth Harrison born December 1976 just outside Preston, Lancashire. She has established herself on the concert circuit not only as a musician but also as an entertainer. Her varied musical repertoire along with her cheerful Lancashire humour has made her one of the country’s favourite performers. Elizabeth is at home on both electronic and cinema organs and she is part of the Blackpool Tower Wurlitzer Organist team. Elizabeth is also organist for The Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival held in The Winter Gardens in October annually.

One To One: John & Yoko (15)

From Academy Award-winning filmmaker Kevin Macdonald, One To One: John & Yoko is a revelatory inside-look at John Lennon & Yoko Ono’s life in Greenwich Village in the early 1970s, featuring music from John & Yoko’s only full-length concerts, newly remixed and produced by Sean Ono Lennon.

“A casually dazzling, offbeat portrait of Lennon and Ono” Telegraph ★★★★

“A collection of staggering TV clips and amazing audio of Lennon and Ono’s life in 1970s NYC, this film is a mosaic of countercultural moments” Guardian ★★★★

Directed by Kevin Macdonald
1hr 40 mins // FRA 2024

 

Santosh (15)

In the corrupt hinterlands of Northern India, a newly widowed woman inherits her husband’s job as police constable through an archaic government scheme. When a young girl’s body is found, she is forced to confront the brutality around her and the violence within.

“A gripping police procedural about the murky side of modern India” Guardian ★★★★★

Radio Times ★★★★ Time Out ★★★★

In Hindi with English Subtitles
Directed by Sandhya Suri
With Shahana Goswami
2hrs 8 mins // UK/IND/GER/FRA 2024

 

 

Holy Cow (15)

18-year-old Totone spends most of his time drinking beer and partying in the Jura region with his group of friends until reality catches up with him when he has to take care of his 7-year-old sister and find a way to make a living. He sets out to make the best Comté cheese in the region in an attempt to win the gold medal at the agricultural competition and 30,000 euros.

“Warm-hearted story of small-town teen turned competition cheesemaker” Guardian ★★★★

The full comté: quest to make a semi-hard cheese is French cinema’s breakout hit of the year | Film | The Guardian

In French with English Subtitles
Directed by Louise Courvoisier
With Clément Faveau, Maïwene Barthelemy, Luna Garret, Mathis Bernard
1hr 30 mins // FRA 2024

Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience (U)

PIG changes are coming! Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema as they get ready for their biggest adventure yet: welcoming a new baby! There’s no better time to embark on a full house renovation, shop for a new car and make special memories together. Celebrate the beginning of an exciting new era of Peppa Pig at this special, big screen experience with an hour of laughter, tears and loads of heart-warming moments. With 10 oinktastic new episodes, 6 brand new songs and music videos, your little ones can dance and sing along with Peppa and her family and friends. The wait is finally over… join Peppa and George as they meet their new baby sibling for the first time at Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience!

65 mins

Movie Mayhem! – Dance Alliance

Get ready for two unforgettable performances of dance, where the magic of the big screen meets the thrill of live performance!

Join Dance Alliance for Movie Mayhem!, an incredible display of fresh talent that brings your favourite movie moments to life. Watch as our talented and enthusiastic dancers take to the stage, channelling the iconic characters, scenes, and songs from the world of film. From animated classics to action-packed blockbusters, this show has it all!

Featuring:

  • Innovative choreography
  • Vibrant costumes
  • Toe-tapping music
  • And, of course, the joy and energy of kids (and big kids!) doing what they love!

Whether it’s the magic of The Little Mermaid, the adventure of Avatar, or the spine-tingling fun of Ghostbusters, our fabulous performers will transport you straight into the scenes you know and love.

This isn’t just a dance show—it’s a celebration of imagination, creativity, and the power of dance to bring stories to life.

Don’t miss out on this spectacular fusion of film and dance!

*Tickets on sale 1 May

War Paint – Women At War (12A)

Margy Kinmonth’s feature documentary shines a light on the trailblazing role of women war artists, on the front lines round the world, championing the female perspective on conflict through art and asking: when it’s life or death, what do women see that men don’t?  Traditionally a male domain, war art by women has been largely unrecognised. Until now…

Culture breaks the taboo, crosses borders – tells the truth to power. Artists featured include Dame Rachel Whiteread, Zhanna Kadyrova, Maggi Hambling, Assil Diab, Dame Laura Knight, Marcelle Hanselaar, Cornelia Parker, Maya Lin, Shirin Neshat and Lee Miller. An entirely female cast of contributors makes this film a unique undertaking – telling vital truths in turbulent times.

“A Must-See Documentary” Filmhounds ★★★★

Directed by Margy Kinmonth
1hr 30 mins // UK 2024

The Penguin Lessons (12A)

Starring Oscar nominee Steve Coogan, this poignant dramedy from director Peter Cattaneo (Military Wives) follows an Englishman’s personal and political awakening after he adopts a penguin during a cataclysmic period in Argentine history.

Directed by Peter Cattaneo
With Steve Coogan
1hr 52 mins // UK/SPA 2024

An Evening with Kellys Heroes

The richness provided by the accordion, powerful rhythm guitar and bodhran give a fullness of sound that belies the number of people on stage and with a repertoire encompassing fast and furious Celtic songs and tunes, gentle ballads and quality contemporary numbers by the likes of Christy Moore, Eric Bogle and Ewan MacColl as well as some original material, this East Midlands based band are one of the most sought after on the circuit!