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A Night With Janis Joplin The Musical (12A)

This multi award-winning show captured recently at the Sadler’s Wells Peacock Theatre is an extraordinary musical journey paying homage to Janis Joplin and her biggest musical influences. Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the queen of rock & roll.

The unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. Fuelled by such unforgettable songs as Me and Bobby McGee, Piece of My Heart, Mercedes Benz, Cry Baby and Summertime, a remarkable cast and breakout performances. A Night with Janis Joplin, written and directed by Randy Johnson, is a musical journey celebrating Janis and her biggest musical influences—icons like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone and Bessie Smith, who inspired one of rock ‘n roll’s greatest legends.

2hrs 20 mins including an interval

We Live In Time (15)

Almut (Florence Pugh) and Tobias (Andrew Garfield) are brought together in a surprise encounter that changes their lives. Through snapshots of their life together – falling for each other, building a home, becoming a family – a difficult truth is revealed that rocks its foundation.

As they embark on a path challenged by the limits of time, they learn to cherish each moment of the unconventional route their love story has taken, in filmmaker John Crowley’s decade-spanning, deeply moving romance.

“They will break your heart” Times ★★★★

Guardian ★★★★ Metro ★★★★

Directed by John Crowley
With Florence Pugh, Andrew Garfield
1hr 40 mins // UK 2024

Sonic 3 (PG)

Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.

Guardian ★★★ Total Film ★★★

Directed by Jeff Fowler
With Jim Carrey, James Marsden
1hr 40 mins // US 2024

Why not join us on Tuesday 18 February for a Retro Gaming special with ItsMuchMore? Play all the classic Sonic games on retro consoles before your screening, or come down and play for the day. Tickets are free if you have purchases tickets for our screenings on Tuesday 18 February!

Find out more here… Retro Gaming- Sonic Special – The Bonington

Tony Farrell Big Band: Movies and Musicals- The Sequel

Get ready for a spectacular evening of music at the Bonington Theatre on March 8th, 2024, as the Tony Farrell Big Band take the stage!

Experience the magic of your favourite movies and musicals being brought to life through the powerful and enchanting sounds of a full big band. From timeless classics to modern hits, this concert promises an unforgettable journey through the world of cinematic and theatrical music.

Don’t miss this extraordinary event that combines the elegance of live performance with the excitement of the big screen. Grab your tickets now and join us for a night of musical brilliance!

National Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove (15)

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan (Alan Partridge, The Trip) plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

When a rogue U.S General triggers a nuclear attack, a surreal race takes place, seeing the Government and one eccentric scientist scramble to avert global destruction.

This explosively funny satire is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It, Veep) and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley (The Upstart Crow, The Play What I Wrote).

Dr. Strangelove
co-adapted by Armando Iannucci
co-adapted and directed by Sean Foley

Flying High Film Workshop- Wicked (PG)

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.

Each month in the Bonington Theatre, we will meet at 10.30am for a 2-hour exploration workshop (discussions, exercises, some role play and improvisation for those brave enough!) examining the themes, context, characters, ideas and plot of a particular film. There will be a light buffet style lunch, teas and coffees before watching the film at 1.30pm. The event should finish 3.00pm – 3.30pm depending on the length of the film.

Tuesday 17th December – Wicked (PG)

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.

Directed by Jon M. Chu
With Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande
N.B. The film is 160 mins (TBC) so will finish at 4.10pm

White Christmas (U) – 70th Anniversary

Singers Bob Wallace (Bing Crosby) and Phil Davis (Danny Kaye) join sister act Betty (Rosemary Clooney) and Judy Haynes (Vera-Ellen) to perform a Christmas show in rural Vermont. There, they run into Gen. Waverly (Dean Jagger), the boys’ commander in World War II, who, they learn, is having financial difficulties; his quaint country inn is failing. So what’s the foursome to do but plan a yuletide miracle: a fun-filled musical extravaganza that’s sure to put Waverly and his business in the black.

Directed by Michael Curtiz
With Bing Crosby
2hrs | US 1954

Everly Brothers & Friends

Just as the Everly Brothers were, the Temple Brothers are real life brothers, their harmonies are unlike anything ever heard, with live acoustic guitars, flawless harmonies, a truly impressive outing which will see audiences captivated by their unique sound, look, quality and professionalism and a touch of humour.

Taking you on a walk back down memory lane with all the classic songs that you remember.

Cathys Clown, Walk Right Back, Ebony Eyes, Bird Dog, Dream, Let It Be Me, Love Hurts, Devoted To You, Til I Kissed Ya, Wake Up Little Suzie, When Will I Be Loved plus many many more….

This spectacular 2 hour tribute show is simply unrivalled anywhere, now into its 17th Year and enjoy The Temple Brothers as they bring to life, the magic of The Everly Brothers!

Bonington Players… A Fête Worse than Death

‘A murder mystery and a comedy play rolled into one.’

Actor Ray Martin is opening the village fete, playing on his fame as TV’s Inspector Brady. Little does he know that ambition, infidelity, and ‘marrow envy’ will lead to murder, and he’ll be left to solve it, and … without a script!

Written by Richard James

Performed by The Bonington Players

Conclave (12A)

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.

Guardian ★★★★ Times ★★★★ Metro ★★★★

Nominated for 7 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Actor (Ralph Fiennes) and Best Supporting Actress (Isabella Rossellini)

Directed by Edward Berger
With Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, Isabella Rossellini
2hrs // US 2024