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On July 27, 1986, Queen performed the largest-ever stadium concert at the Népstadion in Budapest in front of 80,000 ecstatic fans. The concert was part of the famed Magic Tour, which was the last time the band toured with lead singer Freddie Mercury. Now, this original concert film has been beautifully rescanned and remastered in 4K alongside a dynamic new audio mix, featuring many of Queen's favorite tracks—"Bohemian Rhapsody,” "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," "I Want To Break Free” and "We Are The Champions." With three years to go before the fall of the Berlin Wall, this was the first Western rock concert performed in a stadium behind the then Iron Curtain. It was of such significance to the Hungarian authorities and film industry that a group of the country’s top film cameramen and technicians were brought together to film it for posterity.
Based on true events, “Tenzing” chronicles the little-known story of Tenzing Norgay (Genden Phuntsok), a gifted Himalayan climber who, alongside New Zealand mountaineer Edmund Hillary (Tom Hiddleston), became the first to summit Mount Everest. Encouraged by his wife Dawa (Thinley Lhamo), Tenzing finds an ally in expedition secretary Jill Henderson (Caitríona Balfe). Together, they persuade Colonel John Hunt (Willem Dafoe) that Tenzing belongs on the British climbing team, rather than merely serving it. Where Western climbers see “Everest” as something to be conquered, Tenzing reveres “Chomolungma” as the sacred mother goddess. What follows is an ascent defined as much by the tensions between backgrounds, classes and competing ambitions as by the perils of the mountain itself. But high above the world, empire, rank and aspiration fall away, leaving two outsiders bound by mutual respect and trust and for Tenzing, the fulfillment of both a lifelong dream and a spiritual calling.
Directed by award-winning filmmaker Jennifer Peedom, “Tenzing” is a story of greatness that refuses to be diminished — and the love that makes it possible.
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Brendan Fraser and Andrew Scott are as fierce as the storms in this deeply emotional film about one of the most critical decisions made during World War II.
In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg face an impossible choice–launch the most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or risk losing the war altogether.
Hammer Films resurrects Dracula in a landmark new 4K restoration, featuring long-lost footage unseen for over 60 years.
A Gothic horror landmark that introduced the world to Christopher Lee’s definitive Count, terrifying, seductive and unforgettable opposite Peter Cushing’s fearless Van Helsing.
The cut the censors tried to bury. This landmark 4K restoration reinstates footage thought lost for over 60 years, previously seen only in Japan in 1958 and never released in the UK or US.
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Sung in Italian with English subtitles
Synopsis:
Two of opera’s most extraordinary artists return to The Met: Live in HD for Verdi’s thrilling take on the immortal Shakespearean tale of the scheming couple determined to seize power at any cost. Following past triumphs in many of Verdi’s signature baritone roles, Quinn Kelsey is the Scottish king haunted by the ghosts of his murderous ascent to the throne, opposite Lise Davidsen—the world’s reigning dramatic soprano—as the power-mad Lady Macbeth, whose ruinous ambition damns them both. Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin takes the podium for a penetrating production by Louisa Proske, a brilliant young director making waves around the world. Rounding out the all-star cast are tenor Freddie De Tommaso as the heroic Macduff and bass-baritone Ryan Speedo Green as Macbeth’s friend-turned-victim Banquo. This production is part of the Met’s award-winning Live in HD series, bringing opera to cinemas across the globe.
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In the seedy underbelly of 18th-century Paris, money is king. Nothing is sacred – even love itself can be bought for the right price. A native of this hedonistic underworld, Manon is caught between twin desires when she falls in love with the student Des Grieux. Steadfast and devoted, he offers the possibility of an honourable life. Yet, the riches promised by the world of Parisian society remain tempting...
Manon’s inner turmoil and struggle for survival lie at the devastating heart of Kenneth MacMillan’s 1974 adaptation of Abbé Prévost’s novel. In this signature work of The Royal Ballet, MacMillan’s nuanced understanding of human psychology makes for an unflinching look into the moral degradation of Manon’s Paris, while all its decadence and decay are brought to life through Jules Massenet’s score and Nicholas Georgiadis’s designs.
A landmark moment in music history: Ozzy Osbourne’s historic final farewell performance for his fans at Villa Park stadium in his Birmingham hometown--captured just 17 days before his untimely passing.
The film highlights the historic day with performances from Ozzy, Black Sabbath, and some of the most influential names in rock, along with personal reflections from the superstar musicians they inspired and a behind-the-scenes look at the day itself.
This is an historic and intimate farewell to Ozzy and the band that changed music forever.
In rural Ireland, amateur historian Catherine Corless begins researching a former institution for unmarried mothers and their children, uncovering a shocking hidden history of loss.
Based on the true story, and featuring a powerful performance from Monica Dolan, THE LOST CHILDREN OF TUAM is a deeply moving portrait of one woman’s fight for justice.
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Josh O’Connor (The Crown; Challengers) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets’ knockout American classic.
1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in music, until a chance at fame and fortune lures him into the brutal world of professional boxing. He must confront what he’s willing to sacrifice, who he’s willing to become and how to find his place in a world that demands he choose a side.
Brought to life with a live string quartet and filmed live from the Almeida Theatre, Olivier Award-winner Sam Yates (Vanya) directs this propulsive drama exploring ambition, identity, and the high price of success.
A film by Eleanor Mortimer
Far out on the open sea, an expedition vessel travels toward one of the most remote regions on Earth, the Clarion–Clipperton Zone, twelve days from the nearest land.
Here, darkness, silence, and immense depths conceal an unexplored universe.
How Deep Is Your Love follows a group of marine biologists trying to understand life in this unknown world, while grappling with the question of whether their presence risks harming what they seek to protect. A visually hypnotic and deeply absorbing journey in which every discovery reshapes our understanding of the planet.
Eleanor Mortimer has created a nature documentary like no other. How Deep Is Your Love weaves awe-inspiring footage of this breathtaking realm with a looming sense of urgency as mankind’s progress threatens to upend these delicate eco-systems.
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Sung in French with English subtitles.
Synopsis:
Under the oppressive heat of the Spanish sun, the fiercely independent Carmen attracts the attention of Don José. She warns him not to fall in love with her, but his obsession knows no bounds. Damiano Michieletto’s searing production returns, casting scorching light on the lust, violence and destructive desire of Bizet’s ever-popular opera.
An all-star cast brings this white-hot drama to life, with Ginger Costa-Jackson in the fiery title role, alongside Russell Thomas as the jealous and despairing Don José. Following his 2023 Royal Opera debut, Sesto Quatrini returns to conduct Bizet’s electrifying and sensual score.
Through powerful personal stories, the film follows a diverse group of women through their menopause journeys, alongside leading medical and holistic experts. It offers clear, practical advice on managing symptoms and finding support, while challenging common myths and presenting an honest, hopeful and empowering vision of life beyond menopause.
From BAFTA award-winning filmmaker Lily Murray, the documentary features leading voices from the UK menopause movement, including Kate Muir, Dr Nighat Arif and Diane Danzebrink.
Following the screening, join our expert panel of local menopause GPs, specialists and advocates. Ask questions, share experiences and discover practical advice, guidance and support. (2hrs)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIaWGWbuWqM&t=3s
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DIRECTED BY
ELIZABETH CHAI VASARHELYI & JIMMY CHIN
From the BAFTA and Academy Award-winning directors of 2018’s FREE SOLO comes an intimate portrait of two people bound by love, ambition, and the pursuit of the impossible - opening exclusively in cinemas and IMAX from Friday 30th October 2026.
Elite ski mountaineers Jim Morrison and Hilaree Nelson fell deeply in love while reaching the pinnacle of their sport. Their drive sharpened into a shared dream: to climb and ski the direct North Face of Everest - the most difficult and dangerous climb on the mountain and the most coveted ski line on earth. Thousands have summited the mountain via Nepal's southeast ridge, but only a handful have ever reached the top by this route — and no one has successfully skied down. Already known for their extraordinary feats in the mountains and no strangers to loss, Morrison and Nelson stake everything on this daunting challenge.
EVEREST: THE OTHER SIDE is directed and produced by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, and produced by Shannon Dill, Anna Barnes, Bob Eisenhardt, Janet Yang. The executive producers are Carolyn Bernstein, Tim Horsburgh, Nina Fialkow, David Fialkow, Andrew Reiner, Elizabeth Reiner, Moudhy Al-Rashid, Sam Frohman, Kenneth A. Howery, Jason Bowden, Will Griffith, Bettina Kadoorie. The film is edited by Bob Eisenhardt, ACE, and Simona Ferrari. The directors of photography are Clair Popkin, Jimmy Chin, Christopher Murphy.
A spectacularly restored concert film capturing George Michael at the height of his creative power during his record-breaking Faith Tour.
Paired with a rare and intimate glimpse into the era that defined him. Featuring unseen 35mm footage and a new short film by Mary McCartney, drawing on newly discovered audio and imagery from the Faith era, it offers a vivid insight into George’s world at a defining moment in his life and career.
Sparkling, dizzying, and deliciously potent, Fallen Angels, Noël Coward’s champagne-fresh comedy of bad manners, shocked and delighted audiences at its 1925 premiere. Two upper-class wives, their husbands away for the day, share a few toasts to their pre-marital dalliances—with the same man, who just may be en route from France to visit. Old rivalries and past scandals bubble to the surface in this intoxicating romp from one of theatre’s comedy masters.
Starring Golden Globe-winner Rose Byrne (If I Had Legs I’d Kick You) and Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara (The King and I), with Tracee Chimo, Mark Consuelos (making his Broadway debut), Christopher Fitzgerald and Aasif Mandvi, this new Roundabout Theatre and Tony Award-winning production of ‘pure escapist fun’ (The New York Times) was filmed live on stage at Broadway’s Todd Haimes Theatre and now comes to the big screen.
Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema for a festive big-screen experience as they celebrate
Evie’s first Christmas! Share in the excitement of Christmas Day as the family of five reflect on
treasured seasonal memories. From snowy adventures and festive plays to decorating the tree, this
hour-long cinema experience brings together 7 classic festive-themed Peppa Pig episodes and 4
brand-new songs that little ones can dance and sing along to. Filled with laughter, music and
heartwarming moments, this special cinema experience is the perfect family day out during the
Christmas season. So grab your hats, scarves and gloves and enjoy the magic of the season along
with your favourite piggies at the Festive Fun with Peppa Cinema Experience!
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The five-star, critically acclaimed Olivier Award-winning play starring John Lithgow, comes to the big screen in a filmed live production from London’s West End, captured ahead of its sold-out Broadway run.
Set over a single afternoon in 1983, GIANT follows Roald Dahl as he faces the fallout from his explicitly antisemitic remarks while preparing to publish The Witches. Inspired by real events, this acclaimed play is a gripping, darkly humorous portrait of fame, accountability and the power of words.
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Hoist the sails, it’s time for singing, dancing, sneaky pirates and a special song you can only hear in cinemas. This year’s CBeebies Panto is…TREASURE ISLAND
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Ahoy there, mateys young and young at heart! There will be singing, dancing and laughs for everyone this festival season, when the CBeebies Panto returns for a new adventure.
This year, the CBeebies team has reimagined the pirate classic Treasure Island, with popular performers Andy Day, Jennie Dale, Justin Fletcher, Rhys Stephenson, Rebecca Keatley and George Webster making their way across the seven seas in search of buried treasure.
With music from Banks & Wag, and a special song showing only in cinemas, this Christmas special is sure to have everyone singing, dancing and a-harr’ing along.
Join us for a special evening celebrating the spirit of adventure, with a lovingly curated selection of films fresh from the Kendal Mountain Festival. Bringing together powerful stories from around the world, this collection features stunning landscapes, people, passion, and a shared love of the outdoors that connects us all. Whether it’s climbing, running, exploring, or simply finding joy in wild places, these films reflect the experiences that resonate close to home. Can’t make it to Kendal? Come along, meet fellow enthusiasts, and be inspired together. It’s a chance to gather, connect, and celebrate the adventurous spirit that makes our community special. |
Filmed live at the specially designed Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, Andrew Lloyd Webber's Starlight Express - Live On Stage will immerse audiences in a world of speed, song and storytelling as an incredible cast of 40 whizz across the screen, performing some of musical theatre’s most beloved songs.
As a child’s train set magically comes to life and the engines race to become the fastest in the world, Rusty the steam train has little hope of winning until he is inspired by the legend of the ‘Starlight Express’.
A classic stage show, it has been seen around the world by over 30 million people over the last 40 years. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Richard Stilgoe, Andrew Lloyd Webber's Starlight Express - Live On Stage is an electrifying experience for all ages, on the big screen for the very first time.
[Filmed live 10th December 2025]
At a cosy Christmas party, young Clara meets the mysterious magician Drosselmeyer, who gives her a nutcracker doll. When the guests have departed and the house is asleep, Clara sneaks downstairs in search of the doll. Instead, she finds Drosselmeyer, who whisks her away on a journey into a whole world of enchantment: fantastical landscapes of flurried snow and glittering confection where toys come alive and the magic never stops.
Peter Wright’s production of this festive family favourite sparkles to the wondrous swell of Tchaikovsky’s orchestral score, alongside the glow and grandeur of Julia Trevelyan Oman’s period designs.
Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière’s classic dark comedy.
Telling the truth isn’t always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern society. But the more she challenges those around her, the fiercer the backlash becomes. Soon, she must confront the price of speaking her truth in a world that would rather silence her.
Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Indhu Rubasingham directs Martin Crimp’s (Cyrano de Bergerac) highly anticipated play.
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Emmy and Tony winner Christine Baranski makes her West End debut alongside Academy Award-nominated stage and screen legend Richard E. Grant in Noël Coward’s irresistible comedy.
Judith Bliss retired from her life-on-stage and she misses the applause. Idling away at their country home, the rest of the family are too self-involved to be a good audience. So, Judith invites a young fan as her guest for the weekend. But unbeknownst to her, each of the Blisses has a guest of their own arriving at the very same time.
Filmed live from the West End, Emily Burns directs this stinging new production.
Pierre-Auguste Renoir is one of the world’s favourite artists; a founding member of the Impressionist movement and a constantly evolving artist, he is unmatched at depicting human connection. The National Gallery’s blockbuster exhibition brings together vibrant masterpieces which explore love in all its forms, bringing colour and warmth into the cold winter months.
With exclusive access to this exciting new show, Exhibition on Screen will bring these world class works to cinema audiences, with close examination of the art and leading experts exploring the immense skill and influence of this master of colour and connection. Be transported back to a Parisian summer of love through the eyes of a true visionary. An unmissable opportunity to fall in love with Renoir this winter.
Made in close collaboration with The National Gallery, London.
Directed by Ali Ray
The Metropolitan Opera
LA FANCIULLA DEL WEST [New Production]
AS LIVE: Tuesday 26th January 2027, 18:00 GMT
Approximate runtime: 3h 15min / 195min, One Interval
Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
Cast:
Minnie SONDRA RADVANOVSKY
Dick Johnson SEOKJONG BAEK
Jack Rance CHRISTOPHER MALTMAN
Creatives:
Music GIACOMO PUCCINI
Conductor KERI-LYNN WILSON
Director RICHARD JONES
Set Designer MIRIAM BUETHER
Costume Designer NICKY GILLIBRAND
Lighting Designer MIMI JORDAN SHERIN
Choreographer LUCY BURGE
Synopsis:
Puccini’s exhilarating drama of the Wild West returns in a new staging by celebrated British director Richard Jones, marking the company’s first new production of La Fanciulla del West in more than 30 years. Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky adds to her already remarkable Met repertoire, making her role debut as Minnie, the tough tavern owner with a heart of gold who finds love when she least expects it. Tenor SeokJong Baek is the dashing bandit who rambles into the remote California mining town to steal her heart, opposite baritone Christopher Maltman as the lawman determined to deliver rough justice—and win Minnie for himself. Maestro Keri-Lynn Wilson takes the podium to conduct one of opera’s most action-packed adventures, live from the Met stage to cinemas worldwide. This production is part of the Met’s award-winning Live in HD series, bringing opera to cinemas across the globe.
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In a dreamlike India where a magnificent elephant parades before the rajah’s lavish palace and a golden idol follows a fan dance, the ballet tells the story of the ill-fated love between the warrior Solor and Nikiya, a sacred temple dancer.
A jewel of the Paris Opera repertoire, La Bayadère dazzles with its virtuosic variations, impressive ensemble scenes and the purity of its “Kingdom of the Shades” act, in which 32 dancers in white tutus slowly trace their arabesques with an almost magical poetry.
Duration: 2hr05 without intermission
Choreography: Rudolf Nureyev, after Marius Petipa
Music: Ludwig Minkus
Adaptation, arrangement: John Lanchberry
Conductor: Koen Kessels
Cinema Director: Julien Condemine
Cast: (subject to change) Dorothée Gilbert (Nikiya), Hugo Marchand (Solor), Roxane Stojanov
(Gamzatti), Paris opera Premières Danseuses and Premiers Danseurs , the Paris Opera Corps de Ballet
Ballet in three acts.
The Royal Opera
GÖTTERDÄMMERUNG [New Production]
LIVE: Wednesday 3rd February 2027, 16:45 GMT
ENCORE: Sunday 7th February 2027, 14:00 GMT
Approximate runtime: 5h 50min / 350min, Two Intervals
Sung in German with English subtitles.
Cast:
Siegfried ANDREAS SCHAGER
Gunther THOMAS LEHMAN
Hagen MIKA KARES
Alberich CHRISTOPHER PURVES
Brünnhilde ELISABET STRID
Gutrune AMANDA MAJESKI
Waltraute ANNIKA SCHLICHT
First Norn NOA BEINART
Second Norn CLAIRE BARNETT-JONES
Third Norn CATHARINE WOODWARD
Woglinde SARAH BRADY
Wellgunde NIAMH O’SULLIVAN
Flosshilde SIAN GRIFFITHS
Creatives:
Music RICHARD WAGNER
Conductor ANTONIO PAPPANO
Director BARRIE KOSKY
Set Designer RUFUS DIDWISZUS
Costume Designer VICTORIA BEHR
Lighting Designer ALESSANDRO CARLETTI
Synopsis:
An earth in ruin. The twilight of the Gods.
Deception leads to treachery, then devastation, when Siegfried is tricked into betraying Brünnhilde. Learning the truth of her beloved’s innocence, Brünnhilde at last returns the ring to the Rhinemaidens, before ordering that Valhalla be swallowed in flames. For the long-awaited finale of Wagner’s epic saga, director Barrie Kosky situates the rich apocalyptic drama in a contemporary world of dream-like turmoil. Antonio Pappano, Conductor Laureate of The Royal Opera, returns to take on the impassioned, otherworldly music – including Siegfried’s transporting Funeral March and Brünnhilde’s electrifying Immolation Scene. The brilliant cast is led by Elisabet Strid, Andreas Schager and Mika Kares, who together with the full forces of the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House and the Royal Opera Chorus bring opera’s greatest journey to its shattering end.
Kendal Mountain Events returns for another season of adventure and human connection.
The annual Kendal Mountain Tour brings the spirit of the world-famous festival of adventure, outdoor culture, and storytelling to stages across the country. Get ready to be transported by a handpicked curation of award-winning short films, showcasing breathtaking landscapes, bold expeditions, and unforgettable stories from around the world, with some behind the scenes information from the filmmakers themselves.
About Kendal Mountain Festival: Established in 1980, Kendal Mountain Festival celebrates all aspects of outdoor and adventure culture. An internationally-acclaimed gathering for filmmakers, writers, adventurers, and enthusiasts, the Festival showcases films, talks, exhibitions, and activities that inspire a love for the outdoors. Kendal Mountain is a global platform for sharing stories of nature, exploration, adventure, and discovery. During the four-day Festival, held annually in November, over 200 live sessions – including 300+ speakers, 150+ films, and 60+ activities – engage over 25,000 adventure-seekers and outdoor enthusiasts. |
The Royal Opera
COSÌ FAN TUTTE [New Production]
LIVE: Tuesday 23rd February 2027, 18:45 GMT
ENCORE: Sunday 28th February 2027, 14:00 GMT
Approximate runtime: 3h 30min / 210min, One Interval
Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
Cast:
Fiordiligi LOUISE ALDER
Dorabella SIMONE MCINTOSH
Ferrando MINGJIE LEI
Guglielmo HUW MONTAGUE RENDALL
Don Alfonso GERALD FINLEY
Despina EMILY POGORELC
Creatives:
Music WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART
Conductor THOMAS HENGELBROCK
Director NETIA JONES
Set Designer HYEMI SHIN
Costume Designers NETIA JONES, HYEMI SHIN
Lighting Designer LUCY CARTER
Movement Director ANNA MORRISSEY
Synopsis:
Spurred on by a bet, two young men hatch a plan to test the fidelity of their girlfriends. What follows is a slippery game of seduction and power, the four lovers plunging into a dizzying world of shifting reality, where truth becomes increasingly unstable.
Così fan tutte has lost none of its sting since it first scandalised audiences in 1790. In her Main Stage debut, Netia Jones, Associate Director of The Royal Opera, reimagines Mozart’s comedy of manners through a sharp contemporary lens, where 18th-century romantic trickery meets deeply satirical high-tech deceit. Taking on the roles of the lovers is an exciting young cast led by Louise Alder, Simone McIntosh, Mingjie Lei and Huw Montague Rendall, with Gerald Finley as their manipulative game-master Don Alfonso and Emily Pogorelc as Despina. Thomas Hengelbrock conducts, bringing out the exquisite melodies that underpin the provocative, and resolutely modern, themes at the heart of the opera.
Synopsis
From Victor Hugo’s rich novel, Roland Petit creates a vivid and theatrical fresco of colour and intensity/ Between Esmeralda in love with Captain Phoebus, Frollo tormented by his desire and the hunchback Quasimodo, a tragic story unfolds against a medieval backdrop, where a fickle crowd swings between joy and cruelty.
Overview
Combining neoclassical dance and the spirit of music hall, Roland Petit surrounded himself with the leading creatives talents of the time: Maurice Jarre for the music, René Allio for the sets and Yves Saint Laurent for the costumes, which he wanted “as colourful as the stained glass windows of a cathedral”.
The Royal Ballet
ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND [Filmed live 15th October 2024]
AS LIVE: Tuesday 23rd March 2027, 19:15 GMT
ENCORE: Sunday 28th March 2027, 14:00 BST
Approximate runtime: 2h 50min / 170min, Two Intervals
Cast:
Alice FRANCESCA HAYWARD
Jack/The Knave of Hearts WILLIAM BRACEWELL
Lewis Carroll/The White Rabbit JAMES HAY
Mother/The Queen of Hearts LAUREN CUTHBERTSON
Father/The King of Hearts BENNET GARTSIDE
Magician/The Mad Hatter STEVEN MCRAE
Rajah/ The Caterpillar NICOL EDMONDS
The Duchess GARY AVIS
Creatives:
Choreography CHRISTOPHER WHEELDON
Music JOBY TALBOT
Conductor KOEN KESSELS
Orchestration CHRISTOPHER AUSTIN, JOBY TALBOT
Designer BOB CROWLEY
Scenario NICHOLAS WRIGHT
Lighting Designer NATASHA KATZ
Projection Designers JON DRISCOLL, GEMMA CARRINGTON
Original Sound Designer ANDREW BRUCE
Synopsis:
At a garden party on a sunny afternoon, Alice is surprised to see her parents’ friend Lewis Carroll transform into a white rabbit. When she follows him down a rabbit hole, events become curiouser and curiouser…As Alice journeys through Wonderland, she encounters countless strange creatures. She’s swept off her feet by the charming Knave of Hearts, who’s on the run for stealing the tarts. Confusion piles upon confusion. Then Alice wakes with a start. Was it all a daydream?
Christopher Wheeldon’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland burst onto the stage in 2011 in an explosion of colour, stage magic and inventive, sophisticated choreography. Joby Talbot’s score combines contemporary soundworlds with sweeping melodies that gesture to ballet scores of the 19th century. Bob Crowley’s wildly imaginative, eye-popping designs draw on everything from puppetry to projections to make Wonderland wonderfully real. The result shows The Royal Ballet at its best, bringing together world-class dance with enchanting family entertainment and ingenious music and design.
The Royal Ballet
SWAN LAKE
LIVE: Thursday 22nd April 2027, 19:15 BST
ENCORE: Sunday 25th April 2027, 14:00 BST
Approximate runtime: 3h 25min / 205min, Two Intervals
Cast:
To be confirmed
Creatives:
Choreography MARIUS PETIPA, LEV IVANOV
Additional Choreography LIAM SCARLETT, FREDERICK ASHTON
Music PYOTR IL’YICH TCHAIKOVSKY
Conductor KOEN KESSELS
Production LIAM SCARLETT
Designer JOHN MACFARLANE
Lighting Designer DAVID FINN
Synopsis:
Princess Odette is bound by a curse, turned into a swan by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart. The spell can only be broken by a pledge of eternal love. When she meets Prince Siegfried, he is immediately enamoured by her fragile beauty and pledges to free her. But freedom is not promised for Odette as Von Rothbart conspires to thwart the lovers’ plans.
Liam Scarlett’s production for The Royal Ballet brings together Tchaikovsky’s towering score and John Macfarlane’s picturesque designs to create an enduring ballet spectacle of love, treachery and forgiveness.
LIVE: Wednesday 5th May 2027, 19:00 BST
ENCORE: Sunday 9th May 2027, 14:00 BST
Approximate runtime: 3h 15min / 195min, Two Intervals
Sung in Italian with English subtitles.
Cast:
Floria Tosca ALEKSANDRA KURZAK
Mario Cavaradossi SAIMIR PIRGU
Baron Scarpia CHRISTOPHER MALTMAN
Spoletta ALED HALL
Cesare Angelotti PAWEL HORODYSKI
Sacristan JONATHAN LEMALU
Sciarrone SAM HIRD
Creatives:
Music GIACOMO PUCCINI
Conductor DANIEL OREN
Director OLIVER MEARS
Set Designer SIMON LIMA HOLDSWORTH
Costume Designer ILONA KARAS
Lighting Designer FABIANA PICCIOLI
Movement Director ANNA MORRISSEY
Synopsis:
Floria Tosca and Mario Cavaradossi live for each other and for their art. But when Cavaradossi helps an escaped prisoner, the lovers make a deadly enemy in the form of Baron Scarpia, Chief of Police. At the mercy of Scarpia’s twisted desires, Tosca is forced to make a horrific bargain: sleeping with the man she hates, in order to save the man she loves. Can she find a way out?
Oliver Mears’s acclaimed production returns, setting Puccini’s operatic thriller in a contemporary, war-torn Rome. Daniel Oren conducts Aleksandra Kurzak, who returns to the title role, joined by Saimir Pirgu as Cavaradossi and Christopher Maltman as Baron Scarpia.
The Royal Ballet
ROMEO AND JULIET [Filmed live 20th March 2025]
AS LIVE: Tuesday 25th May 2027, 19:15 BST
ENCORE: Sunday 30th May 2027, 14:00 BST
Approximate runtime: 2h 50min / 170min, Two Intervals
Cast:
Juliet FUMI KANEKO
Romeo VADIM MUNTAGIROV
Mercutio FRANCISCO SERRANO
Tybalt RYOICHI HIRANO
Benvolio GIACOMO ROVERO
Paris LUKAS B. BRÆNDSRØD
Lord Capulet BENNET GARTSIDE
Lady Capulet CHRISTINA ARESTIS
Escalus, Prince of Verona HARRIS BELL
Rosaline ANNETTE BUVOLI
Nurse OLIVIA COWLEY
Friar Laurence THOMAS WHITEHEAD
Lord Montague THOMAS WHITEHEAD
Lady Montague LARA TURK
Creatives:
Choreography KENNETH MACMILLAN
Music SERGEY PROKOFIEV
Conductor KOEN KESSELS
Designer NICHOLAS GEORGIADIS
Lighting Designer JOHN B. READ
Staging and Artistic Supervisor to the MacMillan Estate LAURA MORERA
Synopsis:
Shakespeare’s timeless tale of star-crossed lovers is transformed in Kenneth MacMillan’s. mesmerising ballet. The flourishing of young love is just as present in Romeo and Juliet's meeting on the balcony as in their final moments when they desperately cling to life in the tomb. Prokofiev’s evocative music sets the scene for stolen romantic moments and deadly feuds and sweeps the ballet towards its inevitable and tragic conclusion.
