The Nottingham Organ Society welcome back a firm favourite in Nottingham’s own Brett Wales, who is one of the most high-profile performers on the organ concert circuit.
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Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart.
The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Glinda’s unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba’s determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfil their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
“A thrillifying film adaptation” ★★★★★ Total Film
“Wicked’s phenomenal film adaptation is miles better than the stage musical” ★★★★★ Metro
★★★★ Guardian ★★★★ Empire ★★★★ Times
Nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Actress (Cynthia Erivo) and Best Supporting Actress (Ariana Grande)
Directed by Jon M. Chu
With Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande
2hrs 30 mins | US 2024
Legendary filmmaker Mike Leigh returns to the contemporary world with a fierce, compassionate, and often darkly humorous study of family and the thorny ties that bind us. Reunited with Leigh for the first time since multiple Oscar-nominated Secrets and Lies, the astonishing Marianne Jean-Baptiste plays Pansy, a woman wracked by fear, tormented by afflictions, and prone to raging tirades against her husband, son, and anyone who looks her way. Meanwhile, her easy-going younger sister, played by Michele Austin (Another Year), is a single mother with a life as different from Pansy’s as their clashing temperaments – brimming with communal warmth from her salon clients and daughters alike. This expansive film from a master dramatist takes us into the intensities of kinship, duty, and the most enduring of human mysteries: that even through lifetimes of hurt and hardship, we still find ways to love those we call family.
“One of the best performances of the year” BBC ★★★★★
Guardian ★★★★ Telegraph ★★★★
Directed by Mike Leigh
With Marie Jean-Baptiste
1hr 37 mins // UK 2024
Be transported to the sun-drenched streets of 18-century Seville as Bartlett Sher’s witty production of Rossini’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia comes to the big screen. The Metropolitan Opera’s stellar cast features former Royal Opera Jette Parker Young Artists, Aigul Akhmetshina (Rosina), Jack Swanson (Count Almaviva) in his Met debut, Andrey Zhilikhovsky (Figaro), Peter Kálmán (Dr. Bartolo) and Alexander Vinogradov (Don Basilio), all under the baton of Giacomo Sagripanti.
OPERA
Music – Gioachino Rossini
Conductor – Giacomo Sagripanti
Free tickets are now available for our latest Escapes film Point Break!
A quintessential big-budget thriller from 1991, with director Kathryn Bigelow utilising the physical prowess of her two leads to tell the story of an FBI agent drawn into a cat-and-mouse game with surfing bank robbers. Racing from one fast-paced and technically dazzling set piece to the next, with action unfolding on the surf, in the sky and through the streets of LA, Kathryn Bigelow simultaneously relishes and deconstructs the tropes of the ‘bromantic’ action spectacular.
Tickets to Point Break are completely free and available now through the link 🔗
Escapes, supported by the BFI, awarding National Lottery funding, offers everyone the opportunity to enjoy the big screen experience and discover independent cinema. Whether someone that rarely prioritises a trip to the cinema, someone who treasures a visit but only as a special occasion, or someone who is keen to uncover new experiences, Escapes is on a mission to bring new audiences to the cinema with regular free tickets.
Join us for a night where dreams come true! Whether you are supporting a friend, discovering a hidden talent, or simply enjoying the warmth of our local creativity, this is the perfect evening for families, neighbours and friends to come together. This talent show is all about celebrating our community, where each performance reflects the heart and soul of the people around us.
We have around 20 acts from the local area to entertain, astound or captivate you with their hard work, dedication, bravery and skills so please buy a ticket and support our local talent.
Book your tickets today and 🌟 Be Part of the Magic 🌟
Chicago: Teen Edition takes center stage, performed by the exceptional talents of Copper Elite. For the first time, this iconic musical will be presented ‘in-the-round’ at Bonington Theatre, creating an extraordinarily immersive experience. Set in the dazzling world of 1920s Chicago, this production promises a bold and thrilling journey through crime, fame, and razzle-dazzle, all brought to life by an outstanding cast of young performers.
At its heart, Chicago explores themes of ambition, morality, and the seductive allure of fame. In a world fuelled by scandal and spectacle, the story highlights the corruption of the justice system and the media’s power to transform criminals into celebrities. With its sharp commentary on human nature and society’s obsession with notoriety, the show is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining.
With music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb, and a book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, Chicago is a true masterpiece of musical theatre. Featuring unforgettable numbers like “All That Jazz,” “Cell Block Tango,” and “Razzle Dazzle,” the score captures the spirit of the Jazz Age with style and sophistication. This teen edition stays true to the core brilliance of the original, offering young performers the chance to bring these complex themes and rich characters to life while delivering a captivating performance.
10th May 2025 2.30pm & 7.30pm
11th May 2025 1.00pm & 5.00pm
Adults £15 Concessions £13
Tickets available here…
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/copperstudios
Escaping post-war Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his work, and his marriage to his wife Erzsébet after being forced apart during wartime by shifting borders and regimes. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent for building. But power and legacy come at a heavy cost…
3hrs 35 mins including a 15 minute interval
“An electrifying piece of work” Guardian ★★★★★
★★★★★ Telegraph ★★★★★ Times ★★★★★ Metro ★★★★★ ScreenRant ★★★★★ Time Out
Nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Actor (Adrien Brody) and Best Director (Brady Corbet)
Winner of 3 Academy Awards including Best Actor (Adrien Brody) and Best Cinematography (Lol Crawley)
Directed by Brady Corbet
With Adrien Brody, Guy Pearce, Felicity Jones | US 2024
Pianist and composer Matt Ratcliffe is a conservatoire educated Jazz pianist, with a wide range of influences from the improvisations of Thelonious Monk to the rhythms and textures of world music. He can regularly be found backing a range of top jazz artists in his work as a member of the house band at Peggys Skylight. Joined on vocals by regular collaborator Helen Gayle who brings her blend of jazz, soul, and gospel into the mix, including performing on his recent Beatles Songbook project which has enchanted audiences at jazz clubs across the region.
We would love you to join us for this once a month opportunity for adult members of the community to come together for fun, camaraderie, learning, sharing food and film.
Tuesday 21st January – Conclave staring Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow and Isabella Rossellini.
Conclave follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence uncovers a trail of deep secrets left in the dead Pope’s wake, secrets which could shake the foundations of the Church.
10.30 – Exploration workshop examining the themes, context, characters, ideas and plot of ‘Conclave’ as well as examining the acting styles and film direction.
12.30 – A light buffet style lunch, teas and coffees
1.30 – Watching Conclave as explored in the workshop
3.30 – End of film
Guardian ★★★★ Times ★★★★ Metro ★★★★
Directed by Edward Berger