<img src='' title='Archives: What's On Events' alt='' id='templ_icon_' width='' height='' /> Archives: What's On Events

Description.

Jazz Steps: Shez Raja featuring Tony Kofi & Guthrie Govan

Voted one of the ‘Hottest Bass Players in the World’ by readers of Bass Player magazine, virtuoso British-Asian bass player Shez Raja is renowned for his high energy live shows, unique Indo-jazz-funk sound and global star collaborations with Mike Stern, Randy Brecker, Trilok Gurtu and Wayne Krantz.

Guthrie Govan is hailed as one of the greatest guitarists of his generation (read this), possessing jaw-dropping technical prowess fused with heartfelt emotional expression.  Hear ‘Why This Guy [Guthrie] Is Rock’s Scariest Guitarist’ in a Rick Beato piece that’s had over 2.5 millions views on YouTube!

.Jazz Steps audiences need no introduction for local legend Tony Kofi… but let’s say it anyway! Tony a multi-award-winning, prolifically versatile, internationally-feted saxophonist who also happened to hail from Nottingham!

“Vivid and highly engaging” – BBC Music Magazine ★★★★★

“Shez Raja personifies the modernisation of jazz. He is fearless as a musician” – All About Jazz ★★★★

Book now for an electrifying jazz jump-start to the New Year!

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (12A)

Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) returns for his most dangerous case yet in the third and darkest chapter of Rian Johnson’s murder mystery opus. Starring Daniel Craig, Josh O’Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Cailee Spaeny, Daryl McCormack, and Thomas Haden Church.

BBC ★★★★★ Times ★★★★★ Filmhounds ★★★★★ Guardian ★★★★ Empire ★★★★ Telegraph ★★★★

Directed by Rian Johnson
With Daniel Craig, Josh O’Connor, Glenn Close
2hr 24 mins | US 2025

Library Screening: National Theatre Live: The Fifth Step (15)

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) starring in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.

After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.

Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End.

The Fifth Step
by David Ireland
directed by Finn den Hertog

87 minutes (no interval)

*This screening will be shown with subtitles

*This screening will take place in Arnold Library’s Meeting Room 1. Entry will be via Arnold Leisure Centre / Bonington Theatre. Please check in at the Box Office upon arrival.

The Spongebob Movie: Search for Squarepants (PG)

SpongeBob and his Bikini Bottom friends set sail in their biggest, all-new, can’t miss cinematic event ever…The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants. Desperate to be a big guy, SpongeBob sets out to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs by following The Flying Dutchman – a mysterious swashbuckling ghost pirate – on a seafaring comedy-adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the deep sea, where no Sponge has gone before.

“Swashbuckling, snicker-inducing silliness!” Guardian ★★★

Directed by Derek Drymon
1hr 36 mins | US 2025

Two Sisters- Shakespeare’s Daughters

Two Sisters. Shakespeare’s Daughters.

This highly acclaimed production portrays the everyday and remarkable story of two young women in Tudor England. Ordinary because we see them going about their daily routines—making bread, doing laundry, gathering herbs, and discussing their future husbands. Remarkable because they are Susanna and Judith Shakespeare, and their father is none other than William Shakespeare. The play offers a wonderful insight into the family of one of England’s most renowned men. Full of joy, laughter, and sorrow at the loss of a sibling, it vividly brings Shakespeare’s daughters to life and gives a glimpse behind the scenes of the family behind the great man.

“Farrell and Gilmour’s sisterhood rang true with infectious excitement and rivalry. They brought a compelling emotional reality to their roles, whether expressing their simple delight in the scent of rosemary, or whether Susanna was reminding Judith of the duty owed to her as the eldest” Stratford-upon-Avon Herald

Presented by the Stratford Theatre Company

Done to Death, by Jove!

The British Detective Genre – gone wrong!

A cast of six bring a group of suspects and Sleuths together to discover whodunnit, and how… Except… four of the actors are stuck by the side of the motorway in the broken-down van, and only those two knights of the Theatre – Sir Gavin and Sir Nicholas – have managed to get to the venue… but ‘the show must go on’… Holmes and Watson, Poirot and Miss Marple join forces in a whirlwind of fast costume changes and misdirected acting hiccups. Even the set’s gone missing!

Following sell-out shows in the UK, Edinburgh Fringe, and tours to Australia and the USA!

Warning: Contains hats!

Created and performed by Gavin Robertson and Nicholas Collett

Into the Breach

It’s “Dad’s Army meets The Vicar of Dibley!” – London Metro

Set during the Second World War, George Crocker is keen to liven up his dull life so he decides to join the village Drama Club. What happens then turns his world upside down!

A heart-warming drama of love, war and odd jobs, this wonderful comedy is written and performed by Mark Carey!

Presented by the Stratford Theatre Company

Avatar: Fire & Ash (12A)

Avatar: Fire & Ash the third film in the phenomenally successful Avatar franchise, opens exclusively in theatres worldwide in December, 2025. James Cameron takes audiences back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure with Marine turned Na’vi leader Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Na’vi warrior Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), and the Sully family.

“Truly epic cinema” Empire ★★★★

Directed by James Cameron
With Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña
Run-time TBC | US 2025

Dragonfly (15)

Have we become a nation of strangers? In Dragonfly, neglected pensioner Elsie (Brenda Blethyn) finds an unexpected ally in her younger neighbour Colleen (Andrea Riseborough). Over time, Elsie gains a friend and the troubled Colleen finds a fresh purpose in life as she shops, cleans and cares for her. It brings brighter days for both of them. Elsie’s son John (Jason Watkins) resents the way that Colleen has selflessly fulfilled the responsibilities that he has shirked. Simmering tensions bring shocking consequences in a gripping human story straight from the heart of broken Britain.

A powerful return to the cinema from London to Brighton director Paul Andrew Williams that showcases heartrending, award-winning performances from Brenda Blethyn and Andrea Riseborough.

“A stark, fierce, wonderfully acted film” Guardian ★★★★

Directed by Paul Andrew Williams
With Andrea Riseborough, Brenda Blethyn, Jason Watkins
1hrs 38 mins | UK 2025

Renaissance Big Band – The Story of Swing

Experience The Story of Swing with The Renaissance Big Band at The Bonington Theatre! From timeless classics to modern big band hits, this show takes you on a journey through the evolution of swing. With vibrant arrangements and high-energy performances, it’s a night of music, rhythm, and style you won’t want to miss!