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

Four Letters of Love (12A)

Based on Niall Williams’ best-selling novel. Nicholas and Isabel were made for each other but how will they ever know it? As ghosts, fate and the sheer power of true love pull them together, so too does life threaten to tear them apart.

Directed by Polly Steele
With Pierce Brosnan, Helena Bonham Carter, Gabriel Byrne
1hr 50 mins // UK 2024

The Line We Crossed (15) + Director Q&A

A British story of dissent, drawn from the frontlines of climate resistance. Through the experiences of those who stood in defiance, it traces the quiet unravelling of our protest rights. The film challenges audiences to question what makes dissent effective and where the line of acceptability is.

*A Q&A with director Liz Smith will follow the screening

Directed by Liz Smith
1hrs 52 mins // UK 2025

Renaissance Big Band

Step into a new era of swing and swagger as the Renaissance Big Band – formerly The Tony Farrell Big Band – takes flight with its inaugural concert, under the masterful direction from one of the UK’s leading Jazz artists, Hugh Pascall. We’re honouring decades of big-band tradition while weaving in fresh, modern twists, and we couldn’t have done it without the brilliant musicians, arrangers, and community champions who’ve lent us their talent and inspiration throughout the decades of performances by the band.

Join us for an unforgettable journey of chart-topping classics, reinterpreted editions and brand-new arrangements that bridge the golden age of jazz with today’s vibrant sounds.

You can expect to see an 18-piece powerhouse big band ensemble supported by incredible vocalists and special guests of the band as we take you on a tour

What to expect:

  • An 18 piece powerhouse big band ensemble led by Hugh Pascall, whose dynamic vision bridges classic and contemporary jazz
  • Big-band standards both classic and contemporary, but sure to entertain
  • Special guest appearances from Nottingham’s top jazz collaborators
  • The unmistakable energy of a band united by friendship

A Sip of Irish (Cert TBC)

A Sip of Irish celebrates the incredible story of Ireland’s contribution to the culinary and drinks world with some unexpected discoveries along the way. It features Deirdre O’Carroll, the blender of Jameson whiskey, and Rory Guinness (descendant of Arthur Guinness) with cameos from Oz Clarke, TV presenter Laura Whitmore, Ryan Tubridy, Devonshire publican Oisin Rogers, Una Healy, dancer Michael Flatley (founder of Flatley Whiskey), actor Sam Neill (who grew up in Tyrone and owns Two Paddocks vineyard) and the Donegal-based the Muff Liquor Co in which Russell Crowe is a key investor.

“A cheerful celebration of beloved tipples of Irish origin” Guardian ★★★

Directed by Frank Mannion
1hr 30 mins

Dance Party Screening: Rolling Stones & Jake Bugg (15) + DJs

The Rolling Stones: Welcome to Shepherd’s Bush (1999)

A once-in-a-moment recording of the rock legends as they performed a surprise gig at the iconic Shepherd’s Bush Empire in June 1999.

Announced only as they were preparing to play two nights at nearby behemoth Wembley Stadium that same month, it saw a small crowd of 1800 lucky fans treated to an intimate show in which the band eschewed their big hits in favour of rarely heard gems. This was a gig with many firsts; songs included Saint of Me, I Got the Blues and Brand New Car, while Melody was performed for the first time since 1977 and Moon Is Up brought to the stage for the only time in the band’s live career. Sheryl Crow, who opened the show, joined the band for a special rendition of Honky Tonk Women. As Mick Jagger shouted from the stage that night “If you want to see the hits, go to the big place down the road”. As promised, they didn’t disappoint.

Jake Bugg: Live at the Royal Albert Hall (2014)

Having exploded onto the scene in 2012 with his self-titled debut album and a song-crafting ability that belied his young age, Jake Bugg arrives in 2014 to take to the stage of one of the most prestigious stages in music, The Royal Albert Hall. With a style that draws on influences from The Beatles, Don McClean, Johnny Cash and Oasis, Jake Bugg has emerged as one of the most exciting singer-songwriters of his generation with acclaimed songs including Lightning Bolt, Trouble Town, Two Fingers and Slumville Sunrise reaching audiences worldwide. All of these and more are captured here in this concert, mixing both acoustic and electric, directed in a 20 camera shoot by Charlie Lightening and joined on stage by special guests Johnny Marr and Michael Kiwanuka.

Total Running Length – 2hrs 30 mins

*Dj Dom Gourlay (Drowned in Sound) + Jimi Arundell will be playing music before and after the screening, until late.

*Doors will be open from 6.30pm. Chairs can be provided upon request. The bar will be open for the duration of the performance.

Jake Bugg will screen first, followed by The Rolling Stones

Dance Party Screening: Marvin Gaye: Greatest Hits Live In ’76 + Dj

No seats, just a ticket and a dancefloor!

This classic performance was recorded on Marvin Gaye’s first European Tour in 1976, and captures the legendary soul singer at his unparalleled best.

Filmed at Edenhalle Concert Hall in Amsterdam before a sell-out audience, this show, preserved now for prosperity, was one of the rare live performances captured on film. Twenty three classic songs including You’re A Wonderful One, You, It Takes Two, and Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.

1hr

*Dj Tommy K will be playing music before and after the screening, until late.

*Doors will be open from 7pm. Chairs can be provided upon request. The bar will be open for the duration of the performance.

Dance Party Screening: Stop Making Sense (PG) + Djs

No seats, just a ticket and a dancefloor!

Newly restored in 4K to coincide with its 40th anniversary, the 1984 film was directed by renowned filmmaker Jonathan Demme and is considered by critics to be the greatest concert film of all time. Shot over the course of three nights at Hollywood’s Pantages Theater in December of 1983, it features Talking Heads’ most memorable songs.

“Demme’s Talking Heads doc is still burning down the house” Guardian ★★★★★

“Truly captivating entertainment” Empire ★★★★★

“The best concert movie in history” Times ★★★★★

1hr 28 mins

*Dj Dom Gourlay (Drowned in Sound) + Jimi Arundell will be playing music before and after the screening, until late.

*Doors will be open from 7pm. Chairs can be provided upon request. The bar will be open for the duration of the performance.

Dance Party Screening: Bob Marley & The Wailers Live! At the Rainbow ’77 + Dj

No seats, just a ticket and a dancefloor!

Bob Marley and The Wailers came to London’s Rainbow Theatre in the summer of 1977.

The Exodus album was riding the British Charts. The band’s potent, magical music was everywhere: on the airwaves, the jukeboxes, the sound systems, hi-fi’s. Bob Marley was one of the most evocative and charismatic performers of the 70s, an artist whose songs have now worked their way into the very fabric of our times.

1hr 13 mins

*Dj Judge Success (Success Sound System) will be playing music before and after the screening, until late.

The bar will be open for the duration of the performance and after the screening.

*Doors will be open from 7pm. Chairs can be provided upon request. The film will start between 7.30pm – 8pm

The Naked Gun (15)

Only one man has the particular set of skills…to lead Police Squad and save the world! Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. (Liam Neeson) follows in his father’s footsteps in The Naked Gun, directed by Akiva Schaffer (Saturday Night Live) and produced by Seth MacFarlane (Ted, Family Guy).

“Affectionately silly” Empire ★★★★

“Outrageously amusing spoof reboot” Guardian ★★★★

“One of the stupidest films I’ve ever seen. I loved it” Telegraph ★★★★

“Liam Neeson’s Naked Gun reboot is a masterclass in buffoonery” Independent ★★★★

“Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson are irresistible… Their chemistry on and off screen has set the internet ablaze” Times ★★★★

Directed by Akiva Schaffer
With Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser
1hr 25 mins // US 2025