CINEMA SINEMA
DECEMBER RHAGFYR 2015
11th, 12th, 14th – 16th, 18th – 23rd Dec
3rd Dec
(Nicholas Hytner, UK 2015, AD, 104mins) Maggie Smith is fabulous as a crotchety old lady who “temporarily” parks her camper-van in the driveway of writer Alan Bennet, yet proceeds to stay there for 15 years….
Broadcast live from the London Coliseum, the ENO’s spectacular production is a popular hit with audiences of all ages. Experience the irresistible combination of wonderful wit, memorable melodies and hilarious antics in this much-loved production from Jonathan Miller. Sung in English with subtitles. 2.5hrs.
The Lady in the Van
DECEMBER/RHAGFYR
ENO LIVE: The Mikado
Tues/Maw 1
James Franco and Chris O’Dowd star in this hit Broadway production, recorded on stage in New York by National Theatre Live. This landmark revival of Nobel prize winner John Steinbeck’s play is a powerful portrait of the American spirit and testament to the bonds of friendship. Directed by Anna D. Shapiro (Broadway’s August: Osage County). 2hrs 20mins.
Spectre
(Sam Mendes, UK 2015, AD, 150mins) James Bond returns to investigate a sinister organisation known as SPECTRE, drawing closer to uncovering a hidden truth that threatens to destroy everything. Stars Daniel Craig and Christoph Waltz.
27th, 29th Nov & 4th Dec
The Walk
3D (Robert Zemeckis, USA 2015, AD, 123mins) Robert Zemeckis’ drama is the incredible true story of Philippe Petit, the fearless dreamer who attempted to achieve the impossible, illegally walking across a single wire strung 415m high between the two World Trade Centre towers. The deathdefying act combined with jaw dropping 3D cinematography creates a truly unforgettable experience.
Doctor Zhivago
(David Lean, UK 1965, 200mins with interval) An epic romance set against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution, David Lean’s Doctor Zhivago is one of cinema’s great love stories. In Moscow on the eve of the First World War, medical student Yuri Zhivago (Omar Sharif) meets the beautiful Lara (Julie Christie), setting in train a fateful romance that turns their lives upside down.
Julie Taymor’s Midsummer Night’s Dream
From the acclaimed Broadway producer of The Lion King, Julie Taymor’s vision of Shakespeare’s play is a visually breath-taking, funny, sexy and inventive story of fairies, spells and mischievousness. Recorded during the show’s highly acclaimed inaugural run. 2.5hrs
The Bolshoi breathes new life into John Neumeier’s tragic masterpiece, inspired by Alexandre Dumas’ novel and accompanied by Chopin’s exquisite score. 3hrs
8th Dec
21st – 23rd Dec
Frozen: Singalong 4th-10th Dec
Steve Jobs
(Danny Boyle, USA 2015, AD, 122mins) Danny Boyle directs Michael Fassbender in this fascinating biopic about Apple’s iconic creator and his rise to fame at the front of technology that changed the world.
7th Dec
CULT FILM NIGHT: Dirty Dancing
(Emile Ardolino, USA 1987, 100mins) The summer of 1963 and ‘Baby’ Houseman is with her family at a holiday camp in the Catskill Mountains of upstate New York. There she learns to dance, falls in love, and has the time of her life. One of the most iconic films of the 1980s (if not all time) sees Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze perform a dance routine that stands in the memory alongside anything by Fred and Ginger.
(Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee, USA 2014, 104mins) Back by popular demand, another chance to experience everyone’s favourite winter musical on the big screen! Join in the fun, and sing as loud as you can!
SPECIAL EVENTS (£15/£13, child £10). (NYMet £18, Child £12)
Spectre (12A)
5.15pm
Spectre(12A)
8.15pm
Spectre (12A)
2.30pm*
ENO LIVE: The Mikado
7.30pm
The Walk (3D) (PG)
5.45pm
Steve Jobs(12A)
8.15pm
Julie Taymor’s Midsummer Night’s Dream
2.00pm
NTLIVE: Of Mice and Men (encore)
5.15pm
Steve Jobs (12A)
8.15pm
Bolshoi Ballet Live: The Lady of the Camellias
3.00pm
Steve Jobs (12A)
6.00pm
Steve Jobs (12A)
5.45pm
CULT FILM NIGHT: Dirty Dancing (12)
8.15pm
Steve Jobs (12A)
2.30pm*
NT LIVE: Jane Eyre
7pm
Wed /Mer9
Steve Jobs (12A)
7pm
Thurs/Iau 10
Steve Jobs (12A)
7pm
Fri /Gwe11
The Lady in the Van (15)
5.45pm
Carol (15)
8.15pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
2.30pm
New York Met: The Magic Flute
4.55pm
Carol (15)
7.30pm
Bolshoi Nutcracker (encore)
3pm
Carol (15)
5.30pm
Carol (15)
5.45pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
8.15pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
5.45pm
Carol (15)
8.15pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
2.30pm*
The Lady in the Van (15)
5.45pm
Carol (15)
8.15pm
Carol (15)
5pm
Kenneth Branagh Theatre Co: The Winter’s Tale
7.30pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
5.45pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
8.15pm
The Muppets Christmas Carol (U)
2.30pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
5.45pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
8.15pm
The Muppets Christmas Carol (U)
2.30pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
5.00pm
Frozen (Singalong)
2.30pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
5.00pm
Doctor Zhivago (PG)
7.00pm
Frozen (Singalong)
2.30pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
5.45pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
8.15pm
Frozen (Singalong)
12.00pm
The Lady in the Van (15)
2.30pm*
Fri /Gwe4
Sat /Sad5
Sun/Sul 6
Tues/Maw 8
Sat /Sad12
Sun/Sul 13
Almost 170 years on, Charlotte Brontë’s story of the trailblazing Jane is as inspiring as ever. Directed by Sally Cookson, this bold and dynamic production uncovers one woman’s fight for freedom and fulfilment on her own terms. 3.5hrs
Tues/Maw 15
Wed/Mer 16
12th Dec
NY MET: The Magic Flute
A rescreening of the Met’s first ever HD broadcast, adults and children alike were enchanted by the whimsical humour and puppetry of Julie Taymor’s hit production. Presented in a shortened English-language version conducted by James Levine, it brings fresh life to Mozart’s timeless fairy tale. 2hrs.
13th Dec
Thurs/Iau 17
Fri /Gwe18
Sat/Sad 19
Sun/Sul 20
Bolshoi Ballet: The Nutcracker
This beloved holiday classic will enchant the whole family with its fairy-tale setting and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. Captured live on 21 Dec 2014, 2hrs, 10mins.
Mon/Llin21
Tues/Maw 22
Wed/Mer23
TICKETS I TOCYNNAU £6.50 £6 £5.50 £5 £5
11th – 17th Dec
Carol
(Todd Haynes, UK/ USA 2015, 119mins) Cate Blanchett stars in this adaptation of Patricia Highsmith’s seminal novel The Price of Salt about two women from very different backgrounds who find themselves in an unexpected love affair in 1950s New York. A beautiful film that relishes in both its period setting and incredible performances, highly recommended.
2.00pm
Mon/Llin14
NT LIVE: Jane Eyre
(Brian Henson, USA 1992, 85mins) Dickens’ famous tale is given the full Muppet treatment as Michael Caine is completely upstaged by a cast of frogs, pigs, rabbits and chickens. One of the top Christmas films of all time, and a feel good treat for all the family!
Kenneth Branagh Theatre Co: The Winter’s Tale £10
Mon/Llin 7
Bolshoi Ballet: The Lady of the Camellias (live)
The Muppet Christmas Carol
8.15pm
5th Dec
6th Dec
19th & 20th Dec
Spectre(12A)
Thurs/Iau 3
NTLIVE: Of Mice and Men (encore)
21st Dec
5.15pm
Wed/ Mer2
5th Dec
18th Nov – 3rd Dec
Spectre (12A)
2nd & 17th Dec
Kenneth Branagh Theatre Co: The Winter’s Tale (encores)
Starring Judi Dench and Kenneth Branagh. From the Garrick Theatre, Shakespeare’s timeless tragicomedy of obsession and redemption is reimagined in a new production co-directed by Rob Ashford and Kenneth Branagh. 3hrs.
Seniors/Pobl hŷn Student and Under 18/Myfyrwyr a dan 18 Silver Screenings + Free Tea and Coffee Tocynnau ‘Silver Screenings’ + Te a Choffi am ddim Under 12s/Plant o dan 12
3D Screenings £7.50 / Seniors £7 Students/Under 18s £6.50 Under 12s £6 Plus £1 for glasses (re-usable) Dangosiadau 3D £7.50 / Pobl hŷn £7 Myfyrwyr/O dan 18 oed £6.50 O dan 12 oed £6 A £1 am sbectol (y gellir eu hail-ddefnyddio)
Thurs/Iau 24
CLOSED
** Silver Screening
SUBTITLED AND AUDIO DESCRIBED SCREENINGS We are pleased to offer screenings subtitled in English for customers who are hard of hearing. Look for the symbol in the listing. Infra Red audio description is available on all titles with “AD” in the main synopsis.
3D
Satellite Events £13/£15. NY Met £18
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