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Manager of a dog-grooming salon in a rundown beach town in Southern Italy, Marcello (Fonte, who won Best Actor at Cannes in 2018 for his performance) enjoys a simple life. He wants two things: to look after his dogs and take his daughter on exotic holidays. But to fund this lifestyle he runs a shady side business in a murky world, and soon he’s rubbing shoulders with recently released convict and former boxer Simoncino (Pesce). When the trust between the two is broken, the exploited Marcello starts down a dangerous path in an effort to regain his dignity. A compelling and often brutal crime thriller from the director of Gamorrah and Tale Of Tales.

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Jamie Lee Curtis returns to her iconic role as Laurie Strode, who comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween night four decades ago. Master of horror John Carpenter will executive produce and serve as creative consultant on this film, joining forces with cinema's current leading producer of horror, Jason Blum (Get Out, Split, The Purge, Paranormal Activity). Inspired by Carpenter's classic, filmmakers David Gordon Green and Danny McBride crafted a story that carves a new path from the events in the landmark 1978 film, and Green also directs.

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Tony Award-winning director Darko Tresnjak gives Saint-Saëns’s biblical epic its first new Met production in twenty years. Blessed with immense physical strength, Hebrew leader Samson is sworn to defend his people and his faith from the Philistines. Though his body is strong, his heart is tender, though. When the Philistine Dalila sets out to seduce him, he is powerless to resist. The beautiful aria “Mon Coeur S’ouvre à ta Vvoix ” marks the climax of his seduction—and his betrayal. He reveals to Dalila the secret of his strength, and immediately, his fate is sealed. Imprisoned, blinded, and humiliated, how can Samson atone for his folly? Soprano Elīna Garanča and tenor Roberto Alagna sing the title roles, with Sir Mark Elder conducting.

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Having kicked off the 2018 Venice Film Festival – following in the gargantuan footsteps of another of Chazelle’s masterpieces, La La Land – First Man is set to make waves come awards season. The film revisits the life of navy-pilot-turned-astronaut Neil Armstrong (La La Land’s Ryan Gosling), following his epic journey to becoming the first man to walk on the moon during the 1969 Apollo 11 space mission. Scripted by Spotlight writer Josh Singer, First Man spans Armstrong’s adventure from his acceptance into NASA’s astronaut programme in 1961 to his world-changing space walk eight years later – and all the sacrifices in between. Contains infrequent strong language and moderate threat. First Man contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.'

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An animated adventure for all ages, with original music and an all-star cast, 'Smallfoot' turns the Bigfoot legend upside down when a bright young Yeti finds something he thought didn't exist—a human. News of this 'smallfoot' brings him fame and a chance with the girl of his dreams. It also throws the simple Yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village, in a rollicking story about friendship, courage and the joy of discovery.

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Premiering to rave reviews at 2018's Venice Film Festival, A Star Is Born stars four-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper (American Sniper, American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook) and multiple award-winning, Oscar-nominated music superstar Lady Gaga, in her first leading role in a major motion picture. Cooper helms the drama, marking his directorial debut. In this new take on the tragic love story, he plays seasoned musician Jackson Maine, who discovers—and falls in love with—struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer… until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

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JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN is the third instalment of the Johnny English comedy series, with Rowan Atkinson returning as the much loved accidental secret agent. The new adventure begins when a cyber-attack reveals the identity of all active undercover agents in Britain, leaving Johnny English as the secret service's last hope. Called out of retirement, English dives head first into action with the mission to find the mastermind hacker. As a man with few skills and analogue methods, Johnny English must overcome the challenges of modern technology to make this mission a success.

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After being infected by an alien parasite, reporter Eddie Brock (Hardy) has to come to terms with super-human abilities and the whims of his gleefully malevolent new alter ego – Venom. Ruben Fleischer (Zombieland) directs Sony’s spin-off story for one of Marvel’s most enigmatic comic-book characters.

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Joan Castleman (Glenn Close) has spent forty years sacrificing her own talent, dreams and ambitions to support her charismatic husband Joe (Jonathan Pryce) and his stellar literary career. Ignoring infidelities and excuses made in the cause of his art, she has put up with his behaviour with undiminished grace and humour. The foundations of their marriage have, however, been built upon a set of uneven compromises and Joan has reached a turning point. On the eve of Joe’s Nobel Prize for Literature, the crown jewel rewarding a spectacular body of work, Joan will confront the biggest sacrifice of her life and some long-buried secrets. Based on the bestselling book by Meg Wolitzer, The Wife is a poignant, funny and emotional journey, a celebration of womanhood, self-discovery and liberation, featuring a stunning cast that also includes Max Irons, Harry Lloyd, Annie Starke, Elizabeth McGovern and Christian Slater.

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From visionary filmmaker Spike Lee comes the incredible true story of an American hero. It’s the early 1970s, and Ron Stallworth (Washington) is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department. Determined to make a name for himself, Stallworth bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. Teaming up with seasoned colleague Flip Zimmerman (Driver), the young detective goes undercover to take down the extremist hate group from the inside.

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JUJU presents the finest selection of true roots music from the heart of Africa, as well as introducing the new generation of London musicians. Blending raw traditional music with genre-crossing fusion performances. Malika Collective was born from a series of jam sessions and spontaneous gigs, and now consists of a fluid line up featuring some of South East London’s top players. The music draws inspiration from a wide range of styles: jazz, funk, soul, afro-beat, desert blues, R&B, samba, bossa nova, but with a main focus on powerful Afro-latin groove; this music is for dancing. Featuring musicians: Cara Serra Lopez - vocals George Risk - guitar Matt Gedrych - bass Jack Robson - drums Theo Erskin - Sax Plus, DJ Volta 45 (Doin Our Own Thing) on the decks with some heavy Afro-vinyl treats lined up. Doors/DJs 8.30, band 9pm, DJS till 1am Tickets: £6 adv, £7 door Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Manager of a dog-grooming salon in a rundown beach town in Southern Italy, Marcello (Fonte, who won Best Actor at Cannes in 2018 for his performance) enjoys a simple life. He wants two things: to look after his dogs and take his daughter on exotic holidays. But to fund this lifestyle he runs a shady side business in a murky world, and soon he’s rubbing shoulders with recently released convict and former boxer Simoncino (Pesce). When the trust between the two is broken, the exploited Marcello starts down a dangerous path in an effort to regain his dignity. A compelling and often brutal crime thriller from the director of Gamorrah and Tale Of Tales.

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Jamie Lee Curtis returns to her iconic role as Laurie Strode, who comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween night four decades ago. Master of horror John Carpenter will executive produce and serve as creative consultant on this film, joining forces with cinema's current leading producer of horror, Jason Blum (Get Out, Split, The Purge, Paranormal Activity). Inspired by Carpenter's classic, filmmakers David Gordon Green and Danny McBride crafted a story that carves a new path from the events in the landmark 1978 film, and Green also directs.

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Having kicked off the 2018 Venice Film Festival – following in the gargantuan footsteps of another of Chazelle’s masterpieces, La La Land – First Man is set to make waves come awards season. The film revisits the life of navy-pilot-turned-astronaut Neil Armstrong (La La Land’s Ryan Gosling), following his epic journey to becoming the first man to walk on the moon during the 1969 Apollo 11 space mission. Scripted by Spotlight writer Josh Singer, First Man spans Armstrong’s adventure from his acceptance into NASA’s astronaut programme in 1961 to his world-changing space walk eight years later – and all the sacrifices in between. Contains infrequent strong language and moderate threat. First Man contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.'

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An animated adventure for all ages, with original music and an all-star cast, 'Smallfoot' turns the Bigfoot legend upside down when a bright young Yeti finds something he thought didn't exist—a human. News of this 'smallfoot' brings him fame and a chance with the girl of his dreams. It also throws the simple Yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village, in a rollicking story about friendship, courage and the joy of discovery.

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Premiering to rave reviews at 2018's Venice Film Festival, A Star Is Born stars four-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper (American Sniper, American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook) and multiple award-winning, Oscar-nominated music superstar Lady Gaga, in her first leading role in a major motion picture. Cooper helms the drama, marking his directorial debut. In this new take on the tragic love story, he plays seasoned musician Jackson Maine, who discovers—and falls in love with—struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer… until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

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Watch Hopster's spookiest episodes from the likes of Pingu, Sesame Street and Ben & Holly! Happy Halloween!

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JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN is the third instalment of the Johnny English comedy series, with Rowan Atkinson returning as the much loved accidental secret agent. The new adventure begins when a cyber-attack reveals the identity of all active undercover agents in Britain, leaving Johnny English as the secret service's last hope. Called out of retirement, English dives head first into action with the mission to find the mastermind hacker. As a man with few skills and analogue methods, Johnny English must overcome the challenges of modern technology to make this mission a success.

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After being infected by an alien parasite, reporter Eddie Brock (Hardy) has to come to terms with super-human abilities and the whims of his gleefully malevolent new alter ego – Venom. Ruben Fleischer (Zombieland) directs Sony’s spin-off story for one of Marvel’s most enigmatic comic-book characters.

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Joan Castleman (Glenn Close) has spent forty years sacrificing her own talent, dreams and ambitions to support her charismatic husband Joe (Jonathan Pryce) and his stellar literary career. Ignoring infidelities and excuses made in the cause of his art, she has put up with his behaviour with undiminished grace and humour. The foundations of their marriage have, however, been built upon a set of uneven compromises and Joan has reached a turning point. On the eve of Joe’s Nobel Prize for Literature, the crown jewel rewarding a spectacular body of work, Joan will confront the biggest sacrifice of her life and some long-buried secrets. Based on the bestselling book by Meg Wolitzer, The Wife is a poignant, funny and emotional journey, a celebration of womanhood, self-discovery and liberation, featuring a stunning cast that also includes Max Irons, Harry Lloyd, Annie Starke, Elizabeth McGovern and Christian Slater.

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From visionary filmmaker Spike Lee comes the incredible true story of an American hero. It’s the early 1970s, and Ron Stallworth (Washington) is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department. Determined to make a name for himself, Stallworth bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. Teaming up with seasoned colleague Flip Zimmerman (Driver), the young detective goes undercover to take down the extremist hate group from the inside.

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Princes Amongst Men is proud to present the Brixton debut of The Rag & Moan Men. Hailing from the wild borderlands between Berkshire and Hampshire, this trio traces its roots from New Orleans up to Chicago back to Ireland and down to Latin America. Led by the fine slide guitar of Martin Wood the trio is completed by Dominic Geraghty (double bass) and Andy Wilkin (percussion). Well seasoned, if not well oiled, they play blues the way it's meant to be, with respect, with a feeling and with real heartfelt pleasure. Come along to join us in celebrating the autumn blues - The Rag & Moan Men guarantee to raise temperatures and get the dance floor moving. www.theragandmoanmen.com 7.30pm - 11pm Free entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Relax and enjoy your Sunday afternoon with Blue Note, Bebop and hard-swinging Jazz provided by some of South London's best young and old musicians. Programmed (and sometimes hosted) by Christian Miller with different special guests, and musician's jam session. No moved to the second or third Saturday of the month - check website and Facebook page for dates! Doors open from Midday. Music: 4pm - 6pm Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Starr Carter is constantly switching between two worlds: the poor, mostly black, neighbourhood where she lives and the rich, mostly white, prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Now, facing pressures from all sides of the community, Starr must find her voice and stand up for what’s right. Starring Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Russell Hornsby, Lamar Johnson, Issa Rae, Algee Smith, Sabrina Carpenter, with Common and Anthony Mackie.

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Manager of a dog-grooming salon in a rundown beach town in Southern Italy, Marcello (Fonte, who won Best Actor at Cannes in 2018 for his performance) enjoys a simple life. He wants two things: to look after his dogs and take his daughter on exotic holidays. But to fund this lifestyle he runs a shady side business in a murky world, and soon he’s rubbing shoulders with recently released convict and former boxer Simoncino (Pesce). When the trust between the two is broken, the exploited Marcello starts down a dangerous path in an effort to regain his dignity. A compelling and often brutal crime thriller from the director of Gamorrah and Tale Of Tales.

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Jamie Lee Curtis returns to her iconic role as Laurie Strode, who comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween night four decades ago. Master of horror John Carpenter will executive produce and serve as creative consultant on this film, joining forces with cinema's current leading producer of horror, Jason Blum (Get Out, Split, The Purge, Paranormal Activity). Inspired by Carpenter's classic, filmmakers David Gordon Green and Danny McBride crafted a story that carves a new path from the events in the landmark 1978 film, and Green also directs.

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Having kicked off the 2018 Venice Film Festival – following in the gargantuan footsteps of another of Chazelle’s masterpieces, La La Land – First Man is set to make waves come awards season. The film revisits the life of navy-pilot-turned-astronaut Neil Armstrong (La La Land’s Ryan Gosling), following his epic journey to becoming the first man to walk on the moon during the 1969 Apollo 11 space mission. Scripted by Spotlight writer Josh Singer, First Man spans Armstrong’s adventure from his acceptance into NASA’s astronaut programme in 1961 to his world-changing space walk eight years later – and all the sacrifices in between. Contains infrequent strong language and moderate threat. First Man contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.'

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An animated adventure for all ages, with original music and an all-star cast, 'Smallfoot' turns the Bigfoot legend upside down when a bright young Yeti finds something he thought didn't exist—a human. News of this 'smallfoot' brings him fame and a chance with the girl of his dreams. It also throws the simple Yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village, in a rollicking story about friendship, courage and the joy of discovery.

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Premiering to rave reviews at 2018's Venice Film Festival, A Star Is Born stars four-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper (American Sniper, American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook) and multiple award-winning, Oscar-nominated music superstar Lady Gaga, in her first leading role in a major motion picture. Cooper helms the drama, marking his directorial debut. In this new take on the tragic love story, he plays seasoned musician Jackson Maine, who discovers—and falls in love with—struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer… until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

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JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN is the third instalment of the Johnny English comedy series, with Rowan Atkinson returning as the much loved accidental secret agent. The new adventure begins when a cyber-attack reveals the identity of all active undercover agents in Britain, leaving Johnny English as the secret service's last hope. Called out of retirement, English dives head first into action with the mission to find the mastermind hacker. As a man with few skills and analogue methods, Johnny English must overcome the challenges of modern technology to make this mission a success.

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After being infected by an alien parasite, reporter Eddie Brock (Hardy) has to come to terms with super-human abilities and the whims of his gleefully malevolent new alter ego – Venom. Ruben Fleischer (Zombieland) directs Sony’s spin-off story for one of Marvel’s most enigmatic comic-book characters.

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Joan Castleman (Glenn Close) has spent forty years sacrificing her own talent, dreams and ambitions to support her charismatic husband Joe (Jonathan Pryce) and his stellar literary career. Ignoring infidelities and excuses made in the cause of his art, she has put up with his behaviour with undiminished grace and humour. The foundations of their marriage have, however, been built upon a set of uneven compromises and Joan has reached a turning point. On the eve of Joe’s Nobel Prize for Literature, the crown jewel rewarding a spectacular body of work, Joan will confront the biggest sacrifice of her life and some long-buried secrets. Based on the bestselling book by Meg Wolitzer, The Wife is a poignant, funny and emotional journey, a celebration of womanhood, self-discovery and liberation, featuring a stunning cast that also includes Max Irons, Harry Lloyd, Annie Starke, Elizabeth McGovern and Christian Slater.

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From visionary filmmaker Spike Lee comes the incredible true story of an American hero. It’s the early 1970s, and Ron Stallworth (Washington) is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department. Determined to make a name for himself, Stallworth bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. Teaming up with seasoned colleague Flip Zimmerman (Driver), the young detective goes undercover to take down the extremist hate group from the inside.

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Back again for our second Jam in the Attic. But this time a little different... With Halloween approaching, we’ll be hosting some of THE sickest vocalist, poets, rappers and MCs shelling it down alongside our DJ’s mixing: hip hop, jungle/ DNB and grime. It’s time we brought back the CYPHER! #JamInTheAttic All welcome. 6pm - 11pm Entry: £5 (free for performers) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Starr Carter is constantly switching between two worlds: the poor, mostly black, neighbourhood where she lives and the rich, mostly white, prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Now, facing pressures from all sides of the community, Starr must find her voice and stand up for what’s right. Starring Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Russell Hornsby, Lamar Johnson, Issa Rae, Algee Smith, Sabrina Carpenter, with Common and Anthony Mackie.

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Manager of a dog-grooming salon in a rundown beach town in Southern Italy, Marcello (Fonte, who won Best Actor at Cannes in 2018 for his performance) enjoys a simple life. He wants two things: to look after his dogs and take his daughter on exotic holidays. But to fund this lifestyle he runs a shady side business in a murky world, and soon he’s rubbing shoulders with recently released convict and former boxer Simoncino (Pesce). When the trust between the two is broken, the exploited Marcello starts down a dangerous path in an effort to regain his dignity. A compelling and often brutal crime thriller from the director of Gamorrah and Tale Of Tales.

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Jamie Lee Curtis returns to her iconic role as Laurie Strode, who comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween night four decades ago. Master of horror John Carpenter will executive produce and serve as creative consultant on this film, joining forces with cinema's current leading producer of horror, Jason Blum (Get Out, Split, The Purge, Paranormal Activity). Inspired by Carpenter's classic, filmmakers David Gordon Green and Danny McBride crafted a story that carves a new path from the events in the landmark 1978 film, and Green also directs.

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Having kicked off the 2018 Venice Film Festival – following in the gargantuan footsteps of another of Chazelle’s masterpieces, La La Land – First Man is set to make waves come awards season. The film revisits the life of navy-pilot-turned-astronaut Neil Armstrong (La La Land’s Ryan Gosling), following his epic journey to becoming the first man to walk on the moon during the 1969 Apollo 11 space mission. Scripted by Spotlight writer Josh Singer, First Man spans Armstrong’s adventure from his acceptance into NASA’s astronaut programme in 1961 to his world-changing space walk eight years later – and all the sacrifices in between. Contains infrequent strong language and moderate threat. First Man contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.'

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An animated adventure for all ages, with original music and an all-star cast, 'Smallfoot' turns the Bigfoot legend upside down when a bright young Yeti finds something he thought didn't exist—a human. News of this 'smallfoot' brings him fame and a chance with the girl of his dreams. It also throws the simple Yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village, in a rollicking story about friendship, courage and the joy of discovery.

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Premiering to rave reviews at 2018's Venice Film Festival, A Star Is Born stars four-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper (American Sniper, American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook) and multiple award-winning, Oscar-nominated music superstar Lady Gaga, in her first leading role in a major motion picture. Cooper helms the drama, marking his directorial debut. In this new take on the tragic love story, he plays seasoned musician Jackson Maine, who discovers—and falls in love with—struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer… until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

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JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN is the third instalment of the Johnny English comedy series, with Rowan Atkinson returning as the much loved accidental secret agent. The new adventure begins when a cyber-attack reveals the identity of all active undercover agents in Britain, leaving Johnny English as the secret service's last hope. Called out of retirement, English dives head first into action with the mission to find the mastermind hacker. As a man with few skills and analogue methods, Johnny English must overcome the challenges of modern technology to make this mission a success.

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After being infected by an alien parasite, reporter Eddie Brock (Hardy) has to come to terms with super-human abilities and the whims of his gleefully malevolent new alter ego – Venom. Ruben Fleischer (Zombieland) directs Sony’s spin-off story for one of Marvel’s most enigmatic comic-book characters.

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Joan Castleman (Glenn Close) has spent forty years sacrificing her own talent, dreams and ambitions to support her charismatic husband Joe (Jonathan Pryce) and his stellar literary career. Ignoring infidelities and excuses made in the cause of his art, she has put up with his behaviour with undiminished grace and humour. The foundations of their marriage have, however, been built upon a set of uneven compromises and Joan has reached a turning point. On the eve of Joe’s Nobel Prize for Literature, the crown jewel rewarding a spectacular body of work, Joan will confront the biggest sacrifice of her life and some long-buried secrets. Based on the bestselling book by Meg Wolitzer, The Wife is a poignant, funny and emotional journey, a celebration of womanhood, self-discovery and liberation, featuring a stunning cast that also includes Max Irons, Harry Lloyd, Annie Starke, Elizabeth McGovern and Christian Slater.

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From visionary filmmaker Spike Lee comes the incredible true story of an American hero. It’s the early 1970s, and Ron Stallworth (Washington) is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department. Determined to make a name for himself, Stallworth bravely sets out on a dangerous mission: infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. Teaming up with seasoned colleague Flip Zimmerman (Driver), the young detective goes undercover to take down the extremist hate group from the inside.

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After being fired by her scheming husband Shane Danger (Emile Hirsch) from his cappuccino shop, dissatisfied Lulu Danger (Aubrey Plaza) is stunned when a TV commercial for “An Evening With Beverly Luff Linn For One Magical Night Only” reveals a mysterious man from her past (Craig Robinson). When Shane and his bumbling cohorts steal the cashbox from Lulu’s adopted vegan brother Adjay, specialist Colin (Jemaine Clement) enters the fray to retrieve the stolen funds. But Lulu seizes the opportunity to run off in search of her mystery man – and events only become stranger from there. Filmmaker Jim Hosking (The Greasy Strangler) makes his triumphant return,bringing his innate talent for outrageous absurdity to the romantic comedy genre while pushing the boundaries of storytelling into the wild unknown of outsider art. Throwing a fine cast of comedic favourites into places of great daring, and with a spirited sense of timing and unexpected emotion, Hosking and the contents of his fevered brain produce a kind of cinema like no other.

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On the eve of retirement a middle class, judgmental snob discovers her husband has been having an affair with her best friend and is forced into exile with her bohemian sister who lives on an impoverished inner-city council estate.

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After years of screening films by, for and about about women of colour TAPE is following up with some words to go with the cinematic. The first issue - “They Thought We Were Token” looks at the dull inclusion of minority women in western cinema, their reluctance to be token and our reluctance to settle for the representation of Becky’s good friend. Beyond celebrating the launch we’d love to celebrate the true diversity of London creatives, and hope you can join us for discussions, rants, and eventually shifting the look at positive representation of BAME women in cinema. The "They Thought We Were Token” issue is the result of collaborations with incredible writers, illustrators, filmmakers, curators and more. Zines, t-shirts and prints will be on sale on the night. There'll be music, and exhibiting of visual artists in a safe and inclusive space. 7.30 - 11pm Free entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury, who defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. The film traces the meteoric rise of the band through their iconic songs and revolutionary sound, their near-implosion as Mercury's lifestyle spirals out of control, and their triumphant reunion on the eve of Live Aid, where Mercury, facing a life-threatening illness, leads the band in one of the greatest performances in the history of rock music. In the process, cementing the legacy of a band that were always more like a family, and who continue to inspire outsiders, dreamers and music lovers to this day.

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Starr Carter is constantly switching between two worlds: the poor, mostly black, neighbourhood where she lives and the rich, mostly white, prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Now, facing pressures from all sides of the community, Starr must find her voice and stand up for what’s right. Starring Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Russell Hornsby, Lamar Johnson, Issa Rae, Algee Smith, Sabrina Carpenter, with Common and Anthony Mackie.

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Following its record-breaking sell-out run in London’s West End and national tour, the critically acclaimed Funny Girl is coming to a cinema near you. Featuring “an unforgettable star turn” (The Times) from Sheridan Smith, Funny Girl is a semi-biographical musical based on the life and career of Broadway star, film actress and comedienne Fanny Brice (a role made famous by Barbara Streisand on Broadway and in the 1968 film adaptation), and her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein. Praised by critics for its charm, wit and warmth, Funny Girl features a host of timeless musical numbers including People, I’m The Greatest Star and Don’t Rain On My Parade.

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Jamie Lee Curtis returns to her iconic role as Laurie Strode, who comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween night four decades ago. Master of horror John Carpenter will executive produce and serve as creative consultant on this film, joining forces with cinema's current leading producer of horror, Jason Blum (Get Out, Split, The Purge, Paranormal Activity). Inspired by Carpenter's classic, filmmakers David Gordon Green and Danny McBride crafted a story that carves a new path from the events in the landmark 1978 film, and Green also directs.

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Having kicked off the 2018 Venice Film Festival – following in the gargantuan footsteps of another of Chazelle’s masterpieces, La La Land – First Man is set to make waves come awards season. The film revisits the life of navy-pilot-turned-astronaut Neil Armstrong (La La Land’s Ryan Gosling), following his epic journey to becoming the first man to walk on the moon during the 1969 Apollo 11 space mission. Scripted by Spotlight writer Josh Singer, First Man spans Armstrong’s adventure from his acceptance into NASA’s astronaut programme in 1961 to his world-changing space walk eight years later – and all the sacrifices in between. Contains infrequent strong language and moderate threat. First Man contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.'

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An animated adventure for all ages, with original music and an all-star cast, 'Smallfoot' turns the Bigfoot legend upside down when a bright young Yeti finds something he thought didn't exist—a human. News of this 'smallfoot' brings him fame and a chance with the girl of his dreams. It also throws the simple Yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village, in a rollicking story about friendship, courage and the joy of discovery.

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Premiering to rave reviews at 2018's Venice Film Festival, A Star Is Born stars four-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper (American Sniper, American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook) and multiple award-winning, Oscar-nominated music superstar Lady Gaga, in her first leading role in a major motion picture. Cooper helms the drama, marking his directorial debut. In this new take on the tragic love story, he plays seasoned musician Jackson Maine, who discovers—and falls in love with—struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer… until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

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JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN is the third instalment of the Johnny English comedy series, with Rowan Atkinson returning as the much loved accidental secret agent. The new adventure begins when a cyber-attack reveals the identity of all active undercover agents in Britain, leaving Johnny English as the secret service's last hope. Called out of retirement, English dives head first into action with the mission to find the mastermind hacker. As a man with few skills and analogue methods, Johnny English must overcome the challenges of modern technology to make this mission a success.

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After being infected by an alien parasite, reporter Eddie Brock (Hardy) has to come to terms with super-human abilities and the whims of his gleefully malevolent new alter ego – Venom. Ruben Fleischer (Zombieland) directs Sony’s spin-off story for one of Marvel’s most enigmatic comic-book characters.

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Joan Castleman (Glenn Close) has spent forty years sacrificing her own talent, dreams and ambitions to support her charismatic husband Joe (Jonathan Pryce) and his stellar literary career. Ignoring infidelities and excuses made in the cause of his art, she has put up with his behaviour with undiminished grace and humour. The foundations of their marriage have, however, been built upon a set of uneven compromises and Joan has reached a turning point. On the eve of Joe’s Nobel Prize for Literature, the crown jewel rewarding a spectacular body of work, Joan will confront the biggest sacrifice of her life and some long-buried secrets. Based on the bestselling book by Meg Wolitzer, The Wife is a poignant, funny and emotional journey, a celebration of womanhood, self-discovery and liberation, featuring a stunning cast that also includes Max Irons, Harry Lloyd, Annie Starke, Elizabeth McGovern and Christian Slater.

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Ska, Rocksteady, Rub a Dub, Lover's Rock, Roots & Revival Reggae 100% vinyl 100% niceness! Founded in 2016 by selector Lucky Cat Zoë, the Sisters of Reggae are the UK's first all-female Reggae DJ collective! Playing the sounds of vintage Jamaica: ska, rocksteady, revival, roots, rockers and early digital. The London-based collectors and selectors Lucky Cat Zoë, Debbie Golt, Miss Feelgood, Naoko The Rock and Sweetie are all DJs in their own right. Having played around the world in India, Japan, Ibiza, Morocco and Berlin and festivals such as The London International Ska Festival, Reggae Geel and Rototom Sunsplash. Between them they have supported the likes of David Rodigan, Channel One, Aba Shanti I, Max Romeo, Dubkasm and Axis Sound System. ...... The evening will start off once again with the popular Outerglobe Female DJ Relay giving special guest selectors a chance to showcase their DJ skills. Then Sisters of Reggae DJs will provide a night of musical entertainment playing Ska, Rocksteady, Rub a Dub, Lover's Rock, Roots & Revival Reggae. Interested in playing (no experience necessary - you just need to be female, have a passion for Reggae and some vinyl records)? Contact sistersofreggae@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/sistersofreggae. www.sistersofreggae.com Twitter and Instagram: @sistersofreggae 7pm - Midnight Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury, who defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. The film traces the meteoric rise of the band through their iconic songs and revolutionary sound, their near-implosion as Mercury's lifestyle spirals out of control, and their triumphant reunion on the eve of Live Aid, where Mercury, facing a life-threatening illness, leads the band in one of the greatest performances in the history of rock music. In the process, cementing the legacy of a band that were always more like a family, and who continue to inspire outsiders, dreamers and music lovers to this day.

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Starr Carter is constantly switching between two worlds: the poor, mostly black, neighbourhood where she lives and the rich, mostly white, prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Now, facing pressures from all sides of the community, Starr must find her voice and stand up for what’s right. Starring Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Russell Hornsby, Lamar Johnson, Issa Rae, Algee Smith, Sabrina Carpenter, with Common and Anthony Mackie.

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Manager of a dog-grooming salon in a rundown beach town in Southern Italy, Marcello (Fonte, who won Best Actor at Cannes in 2018 for his performance) enjoys a simple life. He wants two things: to look after his dogs and take his daughter on exotic holidays. But to fund this lifestyle he runs a shady side business in a murky world, and soon he’s rubbing shoulders with recently released convict and former boxer Simoncino (Pesce). When the trust between the two is broken, the exploited Marcello starts down a dangerous path in an effort to regain his dignity. A compelling and often brutal crime thriller from the director of Gamorrah and Tale Of Tales.

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Jamie Lee Curtis returns to her iconic role as Laurie Strode, who comes to her final confrontation with Michael Myers, the masked figure who has haunted her since she narrowly escaped his killing spree on Halloween night four decades ago. Master of horror John Carpenter will executive produce and serve as creative consultant on this film, joining forces with cinema's current leading producer of horror, Jason Blum (Get Out, Split, The Purge, Paranormal Activity). Inspired by Carpenter's classic, filmmakers David Gordon Green and Danny McBride crafted a story that carves a new path from the events in the landmark 1978 film, and Green also directs.

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Having kicked off the 2018 Venice Film Festival – following in the gargantuan footsteps of another of Chazelle’s masterpieces, La La Land – First Man is set to make waves come awards season. The film revisits the life of navy-pilot-turned-astronaut Neil Armstrong (La La Land’s Ryan Gosling), following his epic journey to becoming the first man to walk on the moon during the 1969 Apollo 11 space mission. Scripted by Spotlight writer Josh Singer, First Man spans Armstrong’s adventure from his acceptance into NASA’s astronaut programme in 1961 to his world-changing space walk eight years later – and all the sacrifices in between. Contains infrequent strong language and moderate threat. First Man contains a sequence of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.'

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An animated adventure for all ages, with original music and an all-star cast, 'Smallfoot' turns the Bigfoot legend upside down when a bright young Yeti finds something he thought didn't exist—a human. News of this 'smallfoot' brings him fame and a chance with the girl of his dreams. It also throws the simple Yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village, in a rollicking story about friendship, courage and the joy of discovery.

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Premiering to rave reviews at 2018's Venice Film Festival, A Star Is Born stars four-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper (American Sniper, American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook) and multiple award-winning, Oscar-nominated music superstar Lady Gaga, in her first leading role in a major motion picture. Cooper helms the drama, marking his directorial debut. In this new take on the tragic love story, he plays seasoned musician Jackson Maine, who discovers—and falls in love with—struggling artist Ally (Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer… until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons.

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Watch Hopster's spookiest episodes from the likes of Pingu, Sesame Street and Ben & Holly! Happy Halloween!

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JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN is the third instalment of the Johnny English comedy series, with Rowan Atkinson returning as the much loved accidental secret agent. The new adventure begins when a cyber-attack reveals the identity of all active undercover agents in Britain, leaving Johnny English as the secret service's last hope. Called out of retirement, English dives head first into action with the mission to find the mastermind hacker. As a man with few skills and analogue methods, Johnny English must overcome the challenges of modern technology to make this mission a success.

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After being infected by an alien parasite, reporter Eddie Brock (Hardy) has to come to terms with super-human abilities and the whims of his gleefully malevolent new alter ego – Venom. Ruben Fleischer (Zombieland) directs Sony’s spin-off story for one of Marvel’s most enigmatic comic-book characters.

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As with his annual end of year jam… local Brixton music man Tagara is inviting all the poets, musicians, bands, DJs and audiences that have graced our special stage before, or wish to jump on it for the first time. Come join us for a soirée of fun and world calibre music and vibes. Open decks, open stage, get involved. Soul, reggae, Afro, blues, hip hop'n'roll. 7.30pm - 11.30pm Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Swing Patrol’s monthly Blues dance night warms you up with a class, then follows with 5 hours of smokin’ social dancing with a live band plus the best Blues DJs in London. With music ranging from vintage female Blues to Delta, Chicago, Texas, Louisiana, Piedmont, British, Funky and modern Blues, this is ready and open to anyone. You can explore your dancing with these different styles in a relaxed and friendly environment. Featuring: SEPT: Erroll Linton & Peter Zivkovic OCT: Oliver Darling & Alessandro Cinelli 8pm: Doors open 8.30-9.15pm: Taster blues dance class (no entry to class after 8.40pm) 9.15-2am: Uninterrupted party time with live music and DJs! Tickets: £10 adv / £12 door. Visit: Blues at the Ritzy on Facebook Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Puccini’s gunpowder western returns to the stage where it premiered under Arturo Toscanini. Gold Rush, 1849. Bar owner Minnie looks after a crew of rough miners while fending off the unwanted attention of the local sheriff. When a tall, mysterious stranger walks into the bar, it looks as if her life is about to change. But the newcomer is not what he seems, and Minnie gets drawn into deadly peril. Boasting gunfights, poker games, and stagecoach robbers, La Fanciulla del West combines the action of a great adventure with the emotional punch of Italian opera. Soprano Eva-Maria Westbroek sings the role of the gunslinging heroine, alongside Jonas Kaufmann as the outlaw who steals her heart. Marco Armiliato conducts.

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It's party time.... The Bronze is back (again), for one more night (again)! Once more with feeeeeelllling! Dust off your crop tops/colourful wooly jumpers/leather jackets/Hawaiian shirts and join us across BOTH BARS at the Ritzy (yes, Upstairs AND downstairs!) to celebrate Buffy and the gang. There will be karaoke... and you will shake the walls as you did before... Live music, games and dancing on graves. First wave entry: 8.30pm (SOLD OUT) Second wave entry: 10pm Close: 2am. Tickets: £9 In the meantime, get your listening devices around THIS playlist. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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In Sony Pictures Animation"s Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation, join our favorite monster family as they embark on a vacation on a luxury monster cruise ship so Drac can take a summer vacation from providing everyone else"s vacation at the hotel. It"s smooth sailing for Drac"s Pack as the monsters indulge in all of the shipboard fun the cruise has to offer, from monster volleyball to exotic excursions, and catching up on their moon tans. But the dream vacation turns into a nightmare when Mavis realizes Drac has fallen for the mysterious captain of the ship, Ericka, who hides a dangerous secret that could destroy all of monsterkind.

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Antonio Pappano conducts an international cast in the second opera of Richard Wagner's epicder Ring Des Nibelungen. Wagner’s Ring cycle is one of the greatest works of all opera. Keith Warner’s production is conducted by Antonio Pappano, Music Director of The Royal Opera, and this final revival is cast with an outstanding international array of Wagnerian specialist singers. The full cycle's four operas journey from the beginning of a world to its destruction, with gods, heroes and monsters. This epic myth portrays every type of human emotion in music and ideas of extraordinary power. The Ring is always a special event in the operatic calendar: once experienced, never forgotten. Die Walküre (The Valkyrie) is the second opera in the cycle, and features several of the Ring’s musical highlights – the sparkling Magic Fire Music and the electrifying Ride of the Valkyries. But among the musical fireworks and Norse mythology, at the centre of this opera are the unforgettable characters and the complex entanglements between them, including twins Siegmund and Sieglinde, and Wotan and his Valkyrie daughter, Brünnhilde. Approximate running time: 4 hours 50 minutes, including two intervals. Sung in German with English subtitles.

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Founder of legendary UK Lover’s Rock trio Brown Sugar, Pauline Catlin - with 70’s hits like ‘I’m in Love with a Dreadlocks, Hello Stranger, Black Pride & Our Reggae Music - returns to the music scene with a new sound as SheZekiel. The night will include including an intimate interview ‘From Lovers Rock 2 the Rock’ with renowned Black British author Alex Wheatle where she will take you on a trip down memory lane from the days of Brown performing old and new material from her debut album ‘Catch the Boat’ with her live band The GemStones. A night not to be missed! Doors Open: 7.30 pm Show starts: 8.00 pm Tickets: £8 in Advance / £10 at the door (Click on time icon at the top right of this page to book) Twitter: @info_shezekiel Instagram: @itsshezekiel Facebook: Shezekiel Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Leaving behind their cosmopolitan London life, a couple and their three young children travel the ends of the earth searching for a new perspective on life. In their five-year journey across six continents, they live with some of the oldest indigenous communities on the planet. They gain access to tribal sages never filmed or interviewed before, without a crew or schedule, just one backpack and one camera each. And the curiosity to listen. The film reveals the deep wisdom the family discover in their conversations with these 'Earth Keepers' and its power to transform lives. Having lived in hiding for centuries, the Earth Keepers see that now is the time to step forward and share their insights with those who are ready to listen. The film’s score is written by BAFTA & Oscar winning composer Stephen Warbeck.

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Voted the nation's favourite bedtime story, the magical tale of a plucky mouse who takes a walk through the woods in search of a nut is brought to enchanting life in an all-star adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffle's bestselling book. This beautifully animated, BAFTA-nominated treat features the vocal talents of Robbie Coltrane as The Gruffalo, Helena Bonham Carter as the narrator, Rob Brydon as the Snake and James Corden as the Mouse. Join us to take a walk in a deep, dark wood…

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After the sreening we'll be joined by director Khalik Allah for a Q&A hosted by Chrystal Genesis. Part film, part baptism, in Black Mother director Khalik Allah brings us on a spiritual exploration through Jamaica. Soaking up its bustling metropolises and tranquil countryside, Allah introduces us to a succession of vividly rendered souls who call this island home. Their candid testimonies create a polyphonic symphony, set against a visual prayer of indelible portraiture. Immersed into the sacred, the profane, and everything in-between, Black Mother channels rebellion and reverence into a deeply personal ode informed by Jamaica’s turbulent history but existing in the urgent present.

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WWF wrestler “Rowdy” Roddy Piper plays John Nada, a homeless, unemployed construction worker who discovers a pair of sunglasses that when worn suddenly reveal a world run by yuppie aliens intent on keeping the human race brainwashed and sedate with subliminal messages fed through advertising and the media. Luckily for us all John Nada is a man of action and so begins the fight-back (including perhaps the longest fistfight in cinema’s history) to save humankind.

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MOE Presents aka "Music Over Everything Presents" is a live music platform for all rappers, grime MC's, singers and spoken word poets. Based Upstairs every last Monday of the month. Every edition we showcase a variety of upcoming talent from in and around London. September Line-up: J UNITY ~ MARCELLE ADRIANNA ~ PRXNCE LOSO ~ GRENAYD ~ CEIZE ~ LEXI TREBLE October Line-Up: AUGUST TWELFTH ~ CHER BLU ~ KAYI ~ LAURENA ~ XII ~ DYNAMICMP ~ ALANA MARIA Hosted by Jay Lobez & DJ NELLZ In association with Statemeant & Panache Media Doors 7.30pm £5 adv, £8 door Follow them on all the socials to keep up to date:
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Mel Brooks’ uproarious Oscar-winning comedy The Producers returns to cinemas in a stunning 50th anniversary 4K restoration on August 5th, including a special Mel Brooks introduction from Turner Classic Movies. Max Bialystock (Zero Mostel) is a washed up Broadway producer forced to romance old ladies to finance his plays. When timid accountant Leo Bloom (Gene Wilder) is brought in to do his books, he inadvertently reveals to Bialystock that under the right circumstances, a producer could make more money with a flop than a hit. Bialystock cajoles Bloom into helping him achieve this end and together they come up with what they consider to be a sure-fire disaster waiting to happen – a musical version of Adolf and Eva’s love story entitled ‘Springtime For Hitler’. But is it possible that they might actually have the most unlikely hit of all time on their hands?

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Prepare to be enlightened, quizzed and made to laugh. After the huge sellout success of their events last Autumn, Get Laughs or Die Tryin’ is now coming to you the last Tuesday of every month at the Ritzy; featuring some of the best young comedic talents from in and around London. With your MC, Ross Smith. Tuesday 30th October featuring: Scott Penman (MC) Sotonye Ogan Miss Mo Akin Omobitan Ali Woods Mamoun Elagab Sikisa Eric Patrick Vlad Ilich With DJ Paolo Large on the decks NOVEMBER LINE-UP TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON! Presented by W.A.R. Entertainment. Doors 7.30, show 8pm Tickets: £3 (!!) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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A live music night hosted by local musician, Rami Radi, presenting the best musicians, singers and poets South London has to offer! Based around carefully selected featured acts, the night is dedicated to local performers to showcasing their talent in a warm and friendly environment. Laid Bare is an independent label founded & operated by Rami Radi. It began life as a live music night Upstairs at the Ritzy in Brixton before leading to various residencies across London and is dedicated to providing a platform for the best of London's 'up & coming' talent, with a commitment to developing & nurturing all our artists. 7.30pm - 11pm Free Entry Visit: laidbarelive.com www.facebook.com/laidbaremusic Visit: youtube.com/user/laidbarelive Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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When all-American couple Janet and Brad’s car breaks down outside an Old Dark House, they’re in for a night of frights and frolics at the hands of Dr Frank N. Furter and all manner of kinky Transylvanians in this cult musical comedy. Contains moderate sex and one use of strong language.

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Alan Bennett’s rousing state-of-the-nation drama set in an old fashioned cradle-to-grave NHS hospital, threatened with closure. Geriatric patients’ singalongs and Bennett’s stinging wit entertain and provoke in this sharp, funny and political new play.

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Voted the nation's favourite bedtime story, the magical tale of a plucky mouse who takes a walk through the woods in search of a nut is brought to enchanting life in an all-star adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffle's bestselling book. This beautifully animated, BAFTA-nominated treat features the vocal talents of Robbie Coltrane as The Gruffalo, Helena Bonham Carter as the narrator, Rob Brydon as the Snake and James Corden as the Mouse. Join us to take a walk in a deep, dark wood…

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Lost World Show Out is an exciting, urban music based variety show. With a mix of handpicked headline acts, a game show, a live cypher (with content published online afterwards), and an open mic segment, open to singers, rappers, spoken word artists & comedians. October featuring headline sets from: Nipah, Kelz TBK, Nu Vib3, Keiddy Cruz, Cameron Beau, Elyna, A1 Kodey, & I Did My Best I Swear November features: Jokez Messiah, Nyla, Frankie StayWoke, Shanesa, Prxnce Loso, Sus Bully, Deleelah and XII 44. Doors open at 7pm and open mic slots are first come, first serve. Contact: ShowOut@TheLostWorld.co No ID, no entry. 7pm - 11.30pm. Tickets: £5 adv (online), £6 before 8pm on the night, £8 after Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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1990s The Music Lounge arrives in South London! A platform that has been running for 3 years & is created solely for up & coming artists, this Ritzy take over is not to be missed. We present A Night Of Spoken Word with special guests such as Ayo Wrote, Dan Bosi & Owanari Briggs. The 1990s crew can’t wait to vibes with you in the heart of Brixton! Instagram/Twitter: @1990sofficial 7.00 - Midnight TicketsL £5 early bird, £7 adv, £10 OTD (Click on time icon top right to book) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Everyone’s favourite brood of everyday superheroes is back, fourteen years after The Incredibles first booked a special place in our hearts with a delightful mix of all-action adventure and relatable family dynamics. This time the star of the show is ‘Elastigirl’ Helen (Hunter), who leaves invincible strongman Bob (Nelson) at home with Violet (Sarah Vowell) and Dash (Huck Milner) to navigate the day-to-day heroics of ‘normal’ life. It’s a tough transition for everyone, made tougher by the fact that no one’s quite cottoned on to baby Jack-Jack’s emerging superpowers. When a new villain hatches a brilliant and dangerous plot, the family and Frozone (Jackson) must find a way to work together again – which is easier said than done, even when they’re all Incredible. Book your tickets for Incredibles 2 before Monday 16 July and enter our competition to win an incredible gadget filled prize bundle worth over £1,000. Enter now 3D shows

Relive some of the greatest animated films from Pixar thanks to Vintage Sundays. From Sunday 19 August with Toy Story. Find out more

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Brought to you by Black History Studies... The South London Premiere: 'Malcolm X: An Overwhelming Influence on the Black Power Movement' (2017) by Thomas Muhammad An enlightening look at Malcolm’s early life and at the legacy of his powerful work in the historic struggles of freedom, justice and equality for Black people in America through the eyes of family, comrades and major civil rights figures. Many people in the film have never been publicly interviewed before and share very close, intimate and critical moments of their work with Malcolm from the ups and downs to the very last moments of his life. Doors open: 12pm Film start: 12.30pm Film followed by a discussion. Event finish: 3pm Tickets £10 Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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The Maria Taylor & Friends reggae revue brings six great voices to Catch A Fire, a wealth of emerging & established vocal talent from London’s vibrant live reggae scene. Backed by South London’s finest, The Powers Band, with John Jallow, aka Jazzy John (an in-demand recording professional) lending his musical support on guitar. DJ Zinc Fence on the decks. The Line-Up: - Maria Taylor recorded No. 1 Lovers Rock hit ‘I Love You Always’ while still in her teens on the K & K label, recently performed with Giants Of Lovers Rock at 02 arena and is currently producing her forthcoming album. - Candy Silk from Waterhouse, Kingston, JA, cut her musical teeth on the Studio Mix sound system at the age of 8 with then young & upcoming Half Pint & Junior Reid. Candy continues to build her career in London and the UK. - Marie Dawn was part of London’s lovers rock scene while still at school, forming the trio Love And Emotion with two friends & recording with producer Neville King, going on to record for Mad Professor’s Ariwa label & for Fashion Records. - Sirius Stout is making big musical waves with 7” single ‘The Prayer’ on his own Black Am I label, available on all digital outlets alongside albums ‘The I Within’ and ‘Cover To Cover’ (1.49.24) Wild Axe’s EP “Live Me Dream” is currently available on all digital outlets. - Kadisha Kadisha from East London, is an in-demand live performer at venues across the UK. Twitter: @catchafirebrix 8pm - Midnight. FREE ENTRY Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Deep in the basement of an abandoned church, once run by a sinister religious sect, lies a strange bottle of green liquid being investigated by a group of local theoretic physics students. But as the night draws on the students soon realise that the strange relic holds a dark and powerful force beyond their control. A force that could well be the essence of pure evil: the remains of Satan himself. Starring Donald Pleasance, Jameson Parker and Jason Wong.

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A monthly night of 5 acoustic acts. There is no specific genre to the music they host but it is generally original, honest, thought-provoking and always good. The acts are handpicked and curated by compere and performer Steve Folk. Every effort goes into ensuring that the audience is a listening one so you can really appreciate the sincerity of the music. 8pm - 11pm. Free Entry. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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‘I come from the Deserts of Sudan’ - Exhibition Launch Some random photos from the hottest but most laid back place on Earth. Few go but most then can't let go.” Aziz El Nur came from Sudan. He’s a budding, upcoming, youthful photographer. Whilst he born at Mile End Hospital in London, and now lives on the other end of the Central Line in Ealing… he spent the majority of his life in Sudan and goes back to visit frequently… and luckily for us, with his camera in hand! Expect a colourful array of photos showing the people and culture of this incredible country. With music on the night from DJ Africathy, to celebrate both the gallery and Film Africa Festival taking place all week. 7pm - 11pm Free entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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John Kitime is in his 60s and on a mission to try and revive the sound of Zilipendwa, popular in his youth and the soundtrack to Tanzania’s independence era. In a journey between past and present, John is on a quest to gather his old band members and make Zilipendwa current again. Join us Upstairs at The Ritzy after this screening for a Film Africa LIVE! Africa Jambo performance. Entry free to ticket holders.

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Under the watchful gaze of his young assistant, and the threatening presence of a new generation of artists, Mark Rothko takes on his greatest challenge yet: to create a definitive work for an extraordinary setting. MGC Artistic Director Michael Grandage directs this first ever UK revival since directing the world premiere at the Donmar Warehouse in 2009. The production went on to win six Tony Awards, including Best Play. Award-winning stage and screen actor Alfred Molina reprises his critically acclaimed performance as the American abstract expressionist painter Mark Rothko. He is joined by rising star Alfred Enoch of US television drama series How to Get Away With Murder as his assistant Ken.

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Film Africa presents an immersive evening into the sights and sounds of Zilipendwa music from Tanzania with a screening in the cinema of Amil Shivji and Rebecca Corey’s documentary on the breakout genre. Upstairs there will be a celebratory live performance from Afrika Jambo band, led by Tanzanian musician Kawele Mutimanwa - alongside fellow East African musicians to get you dancing on the balcony! Doors: 8pm, music from 8.30pm. Free entry with ‘The Ancestors’ cinema ticket, or £5 on the door (The Ancestors screening at 18:30 (separate ticket link), live music from 8pm Upstairs) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Hair Cut: Veteran UK screen personality Robbie Gee leads as Jimmy, a middle-aged barber who dreams of escaping his rough neighbourhood and becoming a Dancehall star. An encounter with a local drug runner brings up uncomfortable truths about his past and makes him consider his importance in the community. Chateau: Fast talk, tall tales, tailored suits and heartfelt secrets. Welcome to Chateau! In the vibrant Afro-Parisian neighbourhood, Charles is the smoothest of all the hustlers. His job: to fill the districts hair salons with customers. But when the competition gets tough and everybody’s trying to be number one, dirty tricks are just around the corner. Film - English subtitled Introduction and Q&A with directors Koby Adom & Cedric Ido- BSL interpreted

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Three episodes with a crucial mystery solving plan!

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Joining La Joaquina and Chris Clavo this month, hot from deepest Andalucia, is another new face to London in Zacarias el Mafoudi. Plus master of flamenco cante, Antonio el Pola. La Joaquina Founder member, choreographer and director of Flamenco Express. She has worked with Christina Hoyos, Paco Peña and others in Madrid, Tokyo, New York, Montreal, Toronto, Paris and throughout Europe. Recent collaborations include ‘Spaces in Between’ 2007 with Athina Valha and Candoco, and she was the principal soloist in ‘Splinter In The Flesh’ with the Hellenic National Dance Company at the Athens Megaron. "..utterly riveting variations of firecracker be ats…tumultuous fervour ..indelible gracefulness." - The Stage Chris Clavo A founder member and musical director of Flamenco Express, he began playing the guitar at fourteen and studied with flamenco maestros Carlos Heredia, Diego Amaya and Pepe Justicia. He has performed throughout Britain and Europe with Flamenco Express, with flamenco jazz virtuoso Eduardo Niebla and Iraqi pop sensation Jassim. Zacarias el Mafoudi Recently featured artist at: Tablaos de Granada Tarantos, Venta el Gallo, Jardines de Zoraya, Alboreá. (2016-to present) Tablaos Auditorio Alvarez Quintero, Palacio Andaluz. Tablao Sentir Flamenco (2013-2016) Torres Macarena, Niño de la Alfalfa Sevilla, peña flamenca de Ubrique Cadiz, peña Gillena (2013-2016) ‘Guajiro’ with José Galvan and Pastora Galvan - Teatro Central, Sevilla (2014-2015) ‘Bailando a Camarón’ directed by José Galván. Teatro Jesús Quintero, Teatro Romea de Murcia, Teatro Tomares (2014-2015) Reviews: “This feisty company delivers the finest in flamenco, plus sizzling soloist La Joaquina” - Time Out 8pm £12.50 / £10 concs www.flamencoexpress.co.uk Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Strange Cargo is a new band fronted by singer/guitarist Laurence Corns who is equally at home in the 1930s swing style as he is playing Mbira music from Zimbabwe. Comprising Soothsayer horns Idris Raman and Robin Hopcraft, the innovative guitar sound of Rob Updegraff, Tom Mason and Saleem Raman on bass and drums respectively you can expect three part harmonies, grooves from all over the African continent, colourful horn arrangements, interlocking guitar patterns all wrapped up into songs that reflect the London background of all the musicians and make the sound ultimately quite English. You won't find another band that sounds like these guys, they are a truly Strange Cargo. They are joined by a very special South London DJ guest. So special that he must remain a secret... but let's just call him Mr. Shong for now... Love South London and love music? Then this is not a night you should miss! 8.30pm - 1am Tickets: £5 (Click on time icon at the top right of this page to book in advance) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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UK Premiere. Artist Q&A with Villy & Wanlov Two innovative takes on the visual album and the classic variety show harness the power of music to expose experiences in everyday life we can’t and shouldn’t look away from. HUMANIMALS Dir. Wanlov Ghana. 2018. 30 mins. Pidgin English with English subs. Villy sells phones in Accra to support his music career. His family from Lagos call to say his cousin in London has died. Will Villy be able to get a visa for the UK in time for the burial? Will his status as musician help? Oya mek we find out. KANIAMA SHOW Dir. Baloji Belgium. 2018. 23 mins. French with English subtitles. Between complaisant interviews and musical interludes Kaniama Show spreads the propaganda of the superficially soft power of an African nation under occupation. Congolese musician and visual artist Baloji’s debut fictional short is a crisp enjoyable satire of African broadcast television in the 80s and 90s. Join us after the screening Upstairs at The Ritzy for live dj sets from JUJU Party and Plam Wone Club. Free entry with SEE ME, SEE YOU ticket. £5 on the door

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A young woman lies, cheats, and steals her way through life, propelled by compulsions she can neither control nor understand. A wealthy man catches her red-handed and blackmails her into marrying him. Will the truth about her past send her to jail or set her free? Based on the novel that also inspired Hitchcock’s celebrated thriller, composer Nico Muhly’s Marnie was co-commissioned and co-produced with the English National Opera and receives its U.S. premiere at the Met this season. Mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard stars in the title role, opposite baritone Christopher Maltman as her husband. Costume design is by Madonna’s collaborator of twenty years, Arianne Phillips, who created every item seen on stage in this stylish, vivid production.

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Join Film Africa From vinyl Afrobeat to the irresistible swagger of Afrobeatz celebrate Film Africa's return for their eighth edition at a party you won't forget. Featuring very special live guests and DJs, the party follows a double bill in the Ritzy cinema of two innovative musical shorts from Africa's hottest artists, Villy and the Xtreme Volumes, Wanlov and Baloji. 8.30pm - 1am Tickets: Free entry with SEE ME, I SEE YOU tickets (screening at 7pm, book via separate ticket link), £8 standard tickets Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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In this adaptation of R. J. Palacio’s bestselling children’s novel of the same name, breakout star Jacob Tremblay (Room) delivers a masterful performance as Auggie Pullman, a young boy born with a facial deformity who tries to fit in at a new school. Philosophical about the stares and bullying meted out by his peers, Auggie is determined to persuade his taunting schoolmates that the old adage ‘beauty is only skin deep’ remains true, while his fiercely supportive parents (Julia Roberts and Owen Wilson in standout performances) do their utmost to ease his difficult passage through fifth grade and beyond. Well versed in the subtleties of youth-based emotional drama, director Chbosky (The Perks Of Being A Wallflower) does a fine job empathising with Auggie’s dilemma, but ultimately it’s Tremblay’s film.

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CRATES is a monthly event that plays its role within the universe to bring people from all different walks of life together through the powerful movement of MUSIC and VINYL culture. Along with live music from the best of London’s young jazz musicians, we also have Brixton record store Pure Vinyl in the house, not only bringing a vinyl pop-up shop, but also kicking off the night with a Pure Vinyl Open Decks session. This month featuring... The Come On People produce 100% original material that fuses danceable beats, raw jazzy grooves and catchy songs, underpinned by a spontaneous celebratory attitude. The band boasts an international membership with players from Poland, France, Sardinia, Grenada, London and UK, who get together to create a big danceable sound with vibrant percussive flavours and a powerful horn section. On listening, you’ll hear a fresh and original blend of styles, with some tunes leaning towards an up-tempo jump-up funk, some an unruly dubbed-out skank, whilst others touch on swamp, jazz, hip-hop and mutant disco. Ineza is a Rwandan born Belgian Jazz singer, currently based in London. Next to Jazz standards she creates and performs her own compositions. Her music is an intriguing mix between Jazz, R&B and soul music with a touch of hip-hop. Her lyrics are sensitive but honest and she experiments with unusual chord progressions. Ineza has a warm, powerful voice with a unique tone. All of this and her "think outside the box" approach, gives her the tools to create an exciting and surprising sound. She is currently signed to D/A Music Group where she released her debut single ‘Road Trip’. Pure Vinyl Open decks: 7pm - 8.30pm Band: 9pm 100% vibes till Midnight. Free entry. Visit: Crates on Facebook Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Jazz re:freshed Jazz re:freshed Film club returns with Chasing Trane: The John Coltrane Documentary, with live performance and post screening discussion. CHASING TRANE is the definitive documentary film about an outside-the-box thinker with extraordinary talent whose boundary-shattering music continues to impact and influence people around the world. This smart, passionate, thought-provoking and uplifting documentary is for anyone who appreciates the power of music to entertain, inspire and transform. Written and directed by critically-acclaimed documentary filmmaker John Scheinfeld (The U.S. vs. John Lennon and Who Is Harry Nilsson…?) the film is produced with the full participation of the Coltrane family and the support of the record labels that collectively own the Coltrane catalogue. Scheinfeld brings his strong storytelling skills to the creation of a rich, textured and compelling narrative that takes the audience to unexpected places. Set against the social, political and cultural landscape of the times, Chasing Trane brings John Coltrane to life as a fully dimensional being, inviting the audience to engage with Coltrane the man, Coltrane the artist. Sunday 11 November Doors 1.00, film 1.30 sharp. Tickets: £8 (Click on time icon top right to book) ABOUT JAZZ RE:FRESHED Jazz re:freshed aims to broaden the traditional definition of jazz and make jazz music more accessible to a wider audience breaking down cultural barriers and introducing new and young audiences to the spectrum of Jazz and Jazz influenced music.. The Jazz re:freshed Film Club extends and translates this objective into showcasing a variety of music and culture-related features and documentaries, celebrating and spotlighting important cultural movements, moments and musicians. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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A charming animated version of Julia Donaldson and Axel Sheffler's magical tale of a kind witch who invites a surprising collection of animals to join her on her broom, much to the frustration of her loyal cat. The gang ultimately saves the witch from a fearsome dragon, and in gratitude she rewards them all with a magnificent new broom which has room for everyone.

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Antonio Bay, California has turned a hundred years old and is getting ready to celebrate its centennial year. But as the residents of the tightknit community begin to prepare for the festivities, a mysterious cloud of fog appears upon the shore and begins to creep its way across the town, leaving a trail of horrifying slaughter that hints at a deep, blood-soaked secret from its past.

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Come and play board games with us! Carcassonne, Ticket to Ride, King of Tokyo and many, many more. You may not have heard of these games, but we would love to show them to you. Good times guaranteed. Board Games and Beyond is on the second Monday of every month, in the Upstairs bar, from 6:30 till 11pm. Come along and discover great new board games, card games, party games and more - for free. Hosted by famous screenwriter and board games evangelist Charlie Fish. 6.30pm - 11pm. Free Entry. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18s only.

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Natalia Makarova's production of this 19th century classic ballet brings an exotic world of temple dancers and noble warriors to life. Marius Petipa’s fantasy, set in legendary India, tells the tale of a temple dancer and the prince who loves her but marries another. The famous, moonlit ‘white act’ – The Kingdom of the Shades – is a corps de ballet highlight, as multiple images of the prince’s lost love haunt his mind. The choreography allows two opposing ballerinas to shine, while a bronze idol comes vividly to life in a stunning solo. Throughout, the melody and moods of Minkus’s music perfectly match the fluidity and precision of the classical choreography and the drama of the storytelling.

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A varied and welcoming open mic night Upstairs at the Ritzy, hosted by local singer/ songwriter and artist Gabby Colledge. She will be welcoming all acts ranging from musicians, comedians and spoken word artists to the Ritzy stage. Expect good vibes and lots of local talent! 7pm - 11pm Free entry! Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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"Lechery, lechery, still wars and lechery: nothing else holds fashion" Troilus and Cressida swear they will always be true to one another. But in the seventh year of the siege of Troy their innocence is tested, and exposed to the savage corrupting influence of war, with tragic consequences. Virtuoso percussionist Evelyn Glennie collaborates with RSC Artistic Director Gregory Doran to create a satirical futuristic vision of a world resounding with the rhythm of battle, broadcast live to cinemas from Shakespeare's home town. The Greek army is encamped under the walls of Troy and, at the point at which the play begins, the war has reached stalemate. The Greeks are quarrelling amongst themselves. Achilles, their greatest champion, refuses to fight and has withdrawn to his tent with his lover, Patroclus. Equally at odds with themselves, the Trojans are debating the value of continuing the war merely for the sake of keeping Helen. Troilus is much distracted from these military concerns by his love for Cressida, the daughter of a Trojan who has defected to the Greek camp. The young lovers are eagerly assisted by Cressida's uncle Pandarus, who acts as their go-between. However, after only one night together they are parted when Cressida is sent to join her father in the Greek camp. Almost immediately she betrays Troilus with the Greek Diomedes and, discovering this, Troilus is plunged into despair. With the fall of Troy certain, Troilus vows revenge on Achilles.

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Lady Yaaba, of Yaaba Funk, Helen McDonald is an incredible versatile and emotive jazz singer. She has always been greatly influenced by Lady Day, Billie Holiday, as well as remarkable musicians Nina Simone and Ella Fitzgerald, who she honours flawlessly. Performing with her quartet, featuring Vladimir Miller on piano, Leslee Booth on bass and drummer Paul Zimmerman. A night of sweet soulful Blues and Jazz sung by one of London’s best and most charismatic vocalists. 8pm Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Another Dub Me Always sound system special, when Stu Tolhurst and Keith Lawrence of Dub Organiser sound system join host DJ David Katz for a night of original reggae vinyl. A traditional reggae revival sound, Dub Organiser is now in its second decade, playing ska to rockers and early dancehall, strictly on vinyl; selector/owner “Ital” Stu plays alongside mic man and selector Keith. Expect rare reggae nuggets and dance-inducing floor-fillers, delivered with style. 8pm - Midnight Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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A charming animated version of Julia Donaldson and Axel Sheffler's magical tale of a kind witch who invites a surprising collection of animals to join her on her broom, much to the frustration of her loyal cat. The gang ultimately saves the witch from a fearsome dragon, and in gratitude she rewards them all with a magnificent new broom which has room for everyone.

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Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” is the second of five all new adventures in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World™. At the end of the first film, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp) was captured by MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), with the help of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne). But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escaped custody and has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

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Presenting a night of live music and comedy by our favourite house party and event crew; Cohala, and one of our favourite comedians Sotonye Ogan. Be prepared for a night of spontaneity, discovery and improvisation, before a demanding audience eager to be impressed. Doors: 8pm Kick off: 8.30pm Close: 1am Tickets: £5 Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” is the second of five all new adventures in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World™. At the end of the first film, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp) was captured by MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), with the help of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne). But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escaped custody and has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

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Everyone’s favourite brood of everyday superheroes is back, fourteen years after The Incredibles first booked a special place in our hearts with a delightful mix of all-action adventure and relatable family dynamics. This time the star of the show is ‘Elastigirl’ Helen (Hunter), who leaves invincible strongman Bob (Nelson) at home with Violet (Sarah Vowell) and Dash (Huck Milner) to navigate the day-to-day heroics of ‘normal’ life. It’s a tough transition for everyone, made tougher by the fact that no one’s quite cottoned on to baby Jack-Jack’s emerging superpowers. When a new villain hatches a brilliant and dangerous plot, the family and Frozone (Jackson) must find a way to work together again – which is easier said than done, even when they’re all Incredible. Book your tickets for Incredibles 2 before Monday 16 July and enter our competition to win an incredible gadget filled prize bundle worth over £1,000. Enter now 3D shows

Relive some of the greatest animated films from Pixar thanks to Vintage Sundays. From Sunday 19 August with Toy Story. Find out more

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Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” is the second of five all new adventures in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World™. At the end of the first film, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp) was captured by MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), with the help of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne). But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escaped custody and has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

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Join Sarah & Duck for more wide-eyed, quacky flappy, pre-school adventures! Episodes featured are: Big Shop, Pond Princess, Bags of Bags, Tummy Talk and Garden Gaming!

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Princes Amongst Men is proud to present Dave Peabody, the celebrated Brixton-based acoustic blues musician. 2018 saw Peabody turn 70 and release a magnificent new album Some Of These Days (with fiddler Regina Mudrich), Here Peabody mixes original tunes with ancient blues, jazz and hokum numbers, many of which he has learnt from veteran US blues musicians he’s played with over his fifty+ year career. Tonight’s concert will be both album launch party and a celebration of acoustic roots music as it continues to inspire and invigorate. DJ Garth Cartwright will play music from Europe’s frayed regions. 7:30 - 11pm. Free Entry. All welcome. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Hilariously tackling issues that almost 40 years later are finally being taken seriously, Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton star as a trio of women who refuse to put up with their sexist boss’s behaviour any longer.

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Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” is the second of five all new adventures in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World™. At the end of the first film, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp) was captured by MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), with the help of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne). But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escaped custody and has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

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Spark London Storytelling Open Mic Theme: 'The Office' There are 168 hours in a week and we spend around 48 of those hours asleep. Every other month we‘ve asked you to share your stories about the 66 hours of fun, family, friends, sex, dating, Netflix, freedom, creativity, drunkenness, sadness, happiness and sheer existence. This month we are celebrating the forgotten 54. The 48 hours you spend working, avoiding work, looking for work, or doing your life admin while you should be working. If you are extra unlucky, you can also tell us about the six hour commute to and from the office. Hurrah!! So if the world is your office, you want an office, you hate your office, love your office or you’ve made many enemies at the office, join us for a fun night of storytelling. Bring a colleague, show up with a story, or just to listen. The rules are simple: the story must be true, about you and can only be about 5 minutes long. Doors 7.30pm Strories from 8pm Entry: £5 Visit: Spark London Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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It’s 1786 and King George III is the most powerful man in the world. But he, increasingly, succumbs to fits of lunacy, and ambitious politicians and the scheming Prince of Wales threaten to undermine the power of the Crown, and expose the fine line between King and man. Written by one of Britain’s best-loved playwrights Alan Bennett (The History Boys, The Lady In The Van), this epic play was also adapted into a BAFTA Award-winning film following its premiere on stage in 1991. The cast of this new production which is screened from Nottingham Playhouse includes Mark Gatiss and Adrian Scarborough. Directed by Adam Penford.

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Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” is the second of five all new adventures in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World™. At the end of the first film, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp) was captured by MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), with the help of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne). But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escaped custody and has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

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Hail a Taxi Driver and get Up to the Godfather of all quizzes. Bringing you (Inter)stellar questions from the world of film, it’s been hailed as London’s Best In Show since its Inception. Everyone is welcome: whether you have A Beautiful Mind or you’re totally Clueless. There's no limit on team size, so it doesn’t matter if you're an Odd Couple or there's Se7en of you. Room isn’t Limitless so avoid the Spectre of being a Mad Max and buy your tickets in advance, and if you don’t want to be Without A Clue, follow The Nice Guys on Twitter @film_quiz or sign up at www.film-quiz.com for clues and a free answer every month. Arrival: 18:30 | Quiz Show: 19:30 | The End of The Affair: 22:00 Tickets: £7pp. www.film-quiz.com Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” is the second of five all new adventures in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World™. At the end of the first film, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp) was captured by MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), with the help of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne). But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escaped custody and has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

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What an amazing Summer! After successful events at Somerset House, Camberwell Fair, Peckham Festival and the Notting Hill Carnival, Camberwell Connection (Dubplate Pearl and Mr Swing Easy) return to the Ritzy, Brixton for their Autumn Jam. As before they will be playing the best in roots rock reggae, sophisticated soul and a touch of jazz – all played on original vinyl. With followers from all over London and the UK, come on down and see for yourself. Also tune in to their monthly show on Balamii Radio – you’ll be pleasantly surprised! 7.30pm - Midnight Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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The year is 1997 and in a police state future the island of Manhattan has been turned into a maximum-security prison. The rules are simple: once you’re in, you don’t come out. But when the United States president (Donald Pleasance) crash lands an escape pod into the centre of the city after fleeing a hijacked plane, a ruthless prison warden (Lee Van Cleef) bribes ex-soldier and criminal Snake Plisskin (Kurt Russell) into entering the hazardous Manhattan and rescuing the stranded President from the twisted underworld and the demented clutches of its criminal overlord The Duke (Isaac Hayes).

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Warner Bros. Pictures’ “Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald” is the second of five all new adventures in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World™. At the end of the first film, the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp) was captured by MACUSA (Magical Congress of the United States of America), with the help of Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne). But, making good on his threat, Grindelwald escaped custody and has set about gathering followers, most unsuspecting of his true agenda: to raise pure-blood wizards up to rule over all non-magical beings. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans, Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.

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Hosted by L.A.B. Collective, Beat Meet is an event delving into experimental underground music. Expect to hear beats of all kinds, from BoomBap to jazzy/soul infusions to edits and lo-fi as well as broken beat and beyond. It’s a hub for beat makers and beat lovers alike to come together, listen and get down to live producer showcases, DJ sets, visual projections, video games, beat submission competitions and performances from the finest the UK and international Beat scene has to offer. Featuring heads from cities across the UK who come down to participate in this unique night. Hosted by D'Vo & BusyFingers Doors 7.30pm Vibes till Midnight Entry: £5 -------------------------------------------- King of the Hill - Beat Submission Competition King of the Hill is the Beat Meet beat submission competition where producers submit a beat to be played on the night. The crowd will judge the winner who will go on to play a set at the next Beat Meet and be the King of the Hill! All entries must be submitted to info@labxcollective.com in .MP3 format with producer and track name BEFORE 22.11.18. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Following the huge success of The Afrobeats party for The Ekumfi Trust, the team are back again! Hosted by comic and presenter, Reuben Christian, a featured host at the MOBO awards; it is a night to celebrate the achievements of the Ekumi Trust, a registered UK charity that builds libraries in rural Ghana and regenerates schools. DJ duo Deep Flight will open the dance floor for a night filled with Afrobeats, RnB, hip hop and dancehall. 7.30 - 2am Tickets: £5 - all proceeds go to charity (Click time icon at top right of page to book in advance) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Brough to you by Black History Studies. Educating the community to educate themselves. Queen Nanny: Legendary Maroon Chieftainess (U) Written, directed, and produced by ROY T. ANDERSON Producer HARCOURT T. FULLER Co-producers ALISON G. ANDERSON, NATALIE THOMPSON 58 min | 2015 USA / JAMAICA Conceived by Jamaican-born, New Jersey-based filmmaker, Roy T. Anderson, and history professor, Harcourt T. Fuller, PhD, Queen Nanny: Legendary Maroon Chieftainess, a one-hour documentary-film, unearths and examine the mysterious figure that is Nanny of the Maroons; Jamaica’s sole female National Hero, and one of the most celebrated, but least recognized heroines in the resistance history of the New World. Queen Nanny documents the struggle for freedom by the Jamaican Maroons, led by the indomitable 18th century military genius, Nanny of the Maroons. A spiritual leader, skilled in the use of herbs and guerilla warfare tactics, from her mountain stronghold at the source of the Stony River in the majestic Blue Mountains, she directed the warfare that effectively neutralized the vaunted British firepower. Following on the heels of Akwantu: the Journey (Action 4 Reel Flimworks, 2012), Anderson’s award-winning film on the history of the Jamaican Maroons, Queen Nanny expands on the story of the New World’s first successful freedom fighters by shedding light on to one of the leading figures in that struggle. Doors open 12.30pm, film 1pm (sharp) Tickets: £10 Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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OneNation warm into the Autumn, bringing you the usual eclectic musical mix of everything old school, from hip-hop to reggae, soul, funk, house, new jack swing and more. With the added bonus of also giving you the music videos on a big screen! Music and videos are provided by DJ Croc (No Long Ting/Got Soul/Just Vibez) and special guests TBA. Plus karaoke, games, comedy and all-round Sunday evening niceness. Whether you want to chill with a drink and watch the music videos, or dance your feet off, this is the place to be in Brixton. 7pm - Midnight Tickets: £5 adv, more OTD 1 Nation on Twitter, Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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An extraordinary account of how the Nazis looted the art of Europe and sought to eliminate works which contradicted Hitler’s Aryan vision. Works in the avant-garde styles - Cubism, Surrealism, Expressionism and other modernist genres -were deemed cosmopolitan and communist, and termed ‘degenerate’ art by the Third Reich. This documentary is based on three main sources: the exhibition ‘Degenerate Art’ which opened in Munich in July 1937, and was the Nazi regime’s own exhibition of what was considered despicable, low art; the history of the Paris gallery ‘21 rue La Boétie’, owned by Paul Rosenberg, a prominent Jewish art collector of ‘degenerate’ works; and the collection of Cornelius Gurlitt, which consisted of works of art plundered from Jewish families during the war. The result is a treasure-trove of sensational art works and a timely and compelling account of a regime obsessed with its own cultural identity and destruction.

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MOE Presents aka "Music Over Everything Presents" is a live music platform for all rappers, grime MC's, singers and spoken word poets. Based Upstairs every last Monday of the month. Every edition we showcase a variety of upcoming talent from in and around London. September Line-up: J UNITY ~ MARCELLE ADRIANNA ~ PRXNCE LOSO ~ GRENAYD ~ CEIZE ~ LEXI TREBLE October Line-Up: AUGUST TWELFTH ~ CHER BLU ~ KAYI ~ LAURENA ~ XII ~ DYNAMICMP ~ ALANA MARIA Hosted by Jay Lobez & DJ NELLZ In association with Statemeant & Panache Media Doors 7.30pm £5 adv, £8 door Follow them on all the socials to keep up to date:
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This comedic masterpiece finds the iconic Little Tramp (Charlie Chaplin) employed at a state-of-the-art factory where the inescapable machinery completely overwhelms him, and where various mishaps keep getting him sent to prison. In between his various jail stints, he meets and befriends an orphan girl (Paulette Goddard). Both together and apart, they try to contend with the difficulties of modern life. This screening is part of the Comedy Genius season. Comedy Genius is a celebration of comedy on screen, led by BFI, the Independent Cinema Office and BFI Film Audience network, supported by funds from the National Lottery.

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Prepare to be enlightened, quizzed and made to laugh. After the huge sellout success of their events last Autumn, Get Laughs or Die Tryin’ is now coming to you the last Tuesday of every month at the Ritzy; featuring some of the best young comedic talents from in and around London. With your MC, Ross Smith. Tuesday 30th October featuring: Scott Penman (MC) Sotonye Ogan Miss Mo Akin Omobitan Ali Woods Mamoun Elagab Sikisa Eric Patrick Vlad Ilich With DJ Paolo Large on the decks NOVEMBER LINE-UP TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON! Presented by W.A.R. Entertainment. Doors 7.30, show 8pm Tickets: £3 (!!) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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A live music night hosted by local musician, Rami Radi, presenting the best musicians, singers and poets South London has to offer! Based around carefully selected featured acts, the night is dedicated to local performers to showcasing their talent in a warm and friendly environment. Laid Bare is an independent label founded & operated by Rami Radi. It began life as a live music night Upstairs at the Ritzy in Brixton before leading to various residencies across London and is dedicated to providing a platform for the best of London's 'up & coming' talent, with a commitment to developing & nurturing all our artists. 7.30pm - 11pm Free Entry Visit: laidbarelive.com www.facebook.com/laidbaremusic Visit: youtube.com/user/laidbarelive Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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As with his annual end of year jam… local Brixton music man Tagara is inviting all the poets, musicians, bands, DJs and audiences that have graced our special stage before, or wish to jump on it for the first time. Come join us for a soirée of fun and world calibre music and vibes. Open decks, open stage, get involved. Soul, reggae, Afro, blues, hip hop'n'roll. 7.30pm - 11.30pm Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Swing Patrol’s monthly Blues dance night warms you up with a class, then follows with 5 hours of smokin’ social dancing with a live band plus the best Blues DJs in London. With music ranging from vintage female Blues to Delta, Chicago, Texas, Louisiana, Piedmont, British, Funky and modern Blues, this is ready and open to anyone. You can explore your dancing with these different styles in a relaxed and friendly environment. Featuring: SEPT: Erroll Linton & Peter Zivkovic OCT: Oliver Darling & Alessandro Cinelli 8pm: Doors open 8.30-9.15pm: Taster blues dance class (no entry to class after 8.40pm) 9.15-2am: Uninterrupted party time with live music and DJs! Tickets: £10 adv / £12 door. Visit: Blues at the Ritzy on Facebook Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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In 1940s Indiana, nine-year-old Ralphie dreams of his ideal Christmas gift: a genuine Red Ryder 200-shot Carbine Action Air Rifle. But when gruff dad and doting mum regularly respond with “You’ll shoot your eye out!” Ralphie mounts a full-scale, hint-dropping Santa-begging campaign.

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A Christmas treat for the whole family and a classic with a special place in the hearts of ballet fans around the world. The Nutcracker has long been one of the most delightful ways to discover the enchantment of ballet – and makes for a delicious seasonal treat for all the family.Tchaikovsky’s much-loved music is matched to a magical adventure on Christmas Eve for Clara and her Nutcracker doll. Their journey to the Land of Sweets brings with it some of the most familiar of all ballet moments, such as the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Waltz of the Flowers. Peter Wright’s production for The Royal Ballet keeps true to the spirit of this Russian ballet classic, with period details and dancing snowflakes. The many solo roles and ensembles put the world-class skills of the Company to the fore in this Christmas classic. Approximate running time: 2 hours 30 minutes, including one interval.

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Home Alone is the beloved family comedy about a young boy named Kevin (Macaulay Culkin) who is accidentally left behind when his family takes off for a vacation in France over the holiday season. Once he realises they've left him home alone, he learns to fend for himself and, eventually has to protect his house against two bumbling burglars (Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern) who are planning to rob every house in Kevin's suburban Chicago neighborhood.

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DIE HARD is surely the ultimate alternative Christmas flick. New York City cop John McClane (Willis) travels to LA to spend Christmas with his estranged wife (Bedelia). His first stop is the office Christmas party at Nakatomi Plaza, where his wife works. But terrorist Hans Gruber (an impeccable performance from Rickman) turns up with some hard-core mayhem in mind, leaving McClane alone in a vest, sans shoes, to save the day. What follows is some of the best and most iconic action cinema ever to have come out of Hollywood, and will send you off into the night with a very unique Christmassy feeling. Yippee-ki-yay, Father Christmas!

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Based on Charles Dickens’s own performance adaptation, Simon Callow and director Tom Cairns have created a one-man theatrical extravaganza of festive storytelling that is both heart-warming and deeply moving. Following critically acclaimed, sold-out theatre seasons in 2011, 2012 and again in 2016, Simon Callow (Four Weddings and a Funeral, Shakespeare in Love) returns to wow audiences with this tour de force performance, reimagined especially for cinema. A Christmas must see!

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This winter, join in the fun and enjoy your favourite Christmas show in the cinema for the first time ever! The much anticipated annual CBeebies Christmas Show is coming to the big screen for a family-friendly cinema experience. The makers of Alice in Wonderland, A Christmas Carol and Snow Queen will delight audiences this year with the classic tale of Thumbelina. This CBeebies Christmas Show recreates on the big screen the live Thumbelina performance and includes an exclusive, additional show made for cinema audiences only starring the much-loved Justin Fletcher (Something Special) in "Justin’s Countdown to Christmas". This holiday season, laugh and sing along with your favourite CBeebies Stars and be part of a fabulous interactive show for all the family.

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New Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin launches his tenure by conducting Verdi’s timeless tragedy. Worldly courtesan Violetta, sung by soprano Diana Damrau, has grown tired of her dissolute life. When the pure-hearted Alfredo—tenor Juan Diego Flórez—declares his love for her, she leaves everything behind to live with him. But his family’s reputation is ruined by his association with her, and Violetta is torn between her feelings for Alfredo and her desire to protect him from scandal. Urged by the young man’s father, she tears herself away and returns to her old life. Alfredo, not knowing the real reason for her apparent betrayal, is heartbroken – and bent on revenge. Directed by Michael Mayer, this new production features a dazzling eighteenth-century setting that changes with the seasons.

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This special print features all the lyrics to the stunning soundtrack written by Academy Award and Tony Award winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land). Come in all your finery and sing along with your family and friends! Curtains up, hit the lights – it’s showtime! Broadway veteran Hugh Jackman returns to his song-and-dance roots in a dazzling feel-good musical about taking risks and chasing your dreams. Inspired by the life of show-business pioneer P. T. Barnum, The Greatest Showman charts one man’s rise from nothing to create a circus spectacle that would become a worldwide sensation – ‘The Greatest Show On Earth’. Jackman stars as the down-on-his-luck Barnum, who gathers a motley troupe of extraordinary performers and changes the face of entertainment for ever. Strutting their stuff alongside him in this rags-to-riches tale are the likes of Michelle Williams, Zac Efron and singer Zendaya, performing catchy original music penned by La La Land duo Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.

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When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and en route they meet a Scarecrow (Ray Bolger) that needs a brain, a Tin Man (Jack Haley) missing a heart, and a Cowardly Lion (Bert Lahr) who wants courage. The wizard asks the group to bring him the broom of the Wicked Witch of the West (Margaret Hamilton) to earn his help.

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Can Christmas be saved? Bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine, Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, longs to spread the joy of Christmas. But his merry mission puts Santa in jeopardy and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere!

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One of the most popular and enduring films ever made, Frank Capra's IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE is a gloriously sentimental testament to homely small-town moral values. Masterfully crafted, the film opens with angels discussing George Bailey (James Stewart), a man so beset with problems that he contemplates a Christmas-time suicide. As George prepares to jump from a bridge his guardian angel Clarence Oddbody intervenes and shows him how badly Bedford Falls would have turned out without his good deeds. Filled with a renewed joy of life George returns to his family for Christmas. James Stewart gives one of his finest, most affecting performances and the film looks better than ever in its new restoration.

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Celebrating Dave's birthday (R.I.P our Prettiest Star) in his hometown of Brixton, with Massive Arms Featuring a mega special live rendition of seminal album, Diamond Dogs, being covered from head to toe by our in-house band, 'Viper's Fang'. Massive Arms DJs playing all the booogieeees from Rebel Rebel through to Little Wonder and beyond, as well as Bowie's peers, the musicians he influenced and the musicians that influenced him (maybe cutting out the free jazz, we'll see), like T-Rex, Queen, The Cure, The Smiths, The Stones, Talking Heads, Blur, Madonna, Beck, Chic, Daft Punk, Grace Jones, Pulp AND LOADS MORE. There MAY be glitter, face painting and there WILL be Magic Dancing. 9pm-2am £7 adv / £9 OTD Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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For the first time at the Met, soprano Anna Netrebko sings the role of Adriana Lecouvreur, the eighteenth-century actress whose real-life intrigues inspired Cilea’s tragic opera. Adriana is adored by many but loves only Maurizio, sung by tenor (Piotr Beczała), who adores her in return. Maurizio desperately tries to extricate himself from his previous lover, the Princess deof Bouillon— mezzo-soprano (Anita Rachvelishvili). When the princess discovers that Adriana is her rival, she takes desperate measures of her own. In this new production directed by Sir David McVicar, the action is partially set in a working replica of a baroque theatre. Gianandrea Noseda conducts the riveting score.

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Tchaikovsky's most ambitious opera contains some of his greatest music and is a powerful study of destructive obsession. In Tchaikovsky’s intense opera of obsession and the supernatural, Gherman is caught between the woman he loves and a destructive fixation. The Queen of Spadesis based on a short story by Pushkin, and comes to the Royal Opera House in a new production that has already garnered five-star reviews in Amsterdam. The production is set in 1890, the year of the opera’s premiere. In his study, Tchaikovsky imagines the opera into life as his own story, its characters giving voice to his unfulfilled desires. Aleksandrs Antonenko and Eva-Maria Westbroek head the cast and Royal Opera Chorus, conducted by Antonio Pappano, Music Director of The Royal Opera. This is an engrossing portrayal of a tortured creative artist and a gripping piece of gothic storytelling.

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Richard Eyre's beautiful production provides the perfect setting for Verdi's opera about a courtesan who sacrifices all for love. From the thrill of unexpected romance to a heartbreaking reconciliation that comes too late – Verdi’s La traviata is one of the most popular of all operas. Alfredo falls in love in with the courtesan Violetta in glamorous Paris society, but underneath the surface run darker undercurrents, leading to a tragic ending. The opera’s wealth of melodies includes the famous Brindisi and the exuberant ‘Sempre libera’ – both showing the lyricism of Italian opera at its most immediately appealing. Richard Eyre’s production for The Royal Opera brings out all the emotional colour, from the giddy discovery of love, through painful confrontation to the inevitable conclusion. Lavish period sets and costumes enhance the reality of a moving story based on true life.

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Love is a wild bird… Don’t miss this revival of Sir Richard Eyre’s dynamic production. Mezzo-soprano Clémentine Margaine plays opera’s ultimate seductress, while Roberto Alagna returns to the role of Don José, the good-hearted soldier with whom she unleashes an uncontrollable passion. Don José breaks the law, goes to prison, deserts the army and loses everything to be with Carmen. But the capricious Carmen gypsy soon tires of him and takes up instead with the bullfighter Escamillo—bass (Alexander Vinogradov). She has ruined his life, but still, Don José adores her, with a fierceness that can only lead to catastrophe. Composer Bizet died just three months after Carmen’s disastrous premiere, never knowing that his creation would become one of the most popular operas of all time.

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Love and friendship triumph in Carlos Acosta's vibrant production of this dazzling ballet. Cervantes’s story of the bumbling knight Don Quixote has inspired countless artistic interpretations. Marius Petipa choreographed this sparkling ballet about the encounters of the man from La Mancha and his faithful squire Sancho Panza. At its heart are virtuoso roles for the lovers Basilio and Kitri. Carlos Acosta chose this joyful classic for his first production for The Royal Ballet. His vibrant staging brings together the whole Company in such roles as exuberant villagers, passionate gypsies and even fantasy flowers. The story follows Don Quixote’s picaresque journey to do deeds in honour of his imaginary noble lady, Dulcinea. Sunny, charming, funny and touching – Don Quixote is a ballet as full of uplifting emotion as it is of astonishing ballet technique. Approximate running time: 2 hours 45 minutes, inclding one interval.

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Full of wit and invention, Donizetti’s comic opera is a delight. The famous aria “Ah, Mes Amis,” with its nine high Cs, is known as the Mount Everest for tenors one of opera’s most show-stopping numbers. Bel canto stars Pretty Yende and Javier Camarena takes on the challenging vocal fireworks in this revival, a co-production with London’s Royal Opera House and the Wiener StaatsoperLaurent Pelly’s hilarious staging. Orphaned as a small child and raised by an entire army regiment, the spirited Marie has grown up as the regiment’s ‘daughter’, raising morale and spreading joy. Tonio, a local man, falls in love with her and even joins the army for her sake. But a chance encounter with a noblewoman sparks a sudden revelation, and a tale unfolds of secret identities, long-lost family, and murky pasts.

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We're bashing ourselves on the 23 March 2019. They'll be a The Thick of It Quiz, Motherwell Rules! They'll be unique prizes, possibly including a Government trouble shooter stetson. They'll be music, with disco lights and a choo-choo train and they'll be drinks, with speed bumps installed at the bar. All money made after essential costs go to the children's rights charity Just for Kids Law. Doors open at 6:30pm. Feel free to join the"The Thick of It Quotes" Facebook group Doors open: 6.30pm Event finish: 11pm Tickets: £10pp Find out more about Just for Kids Law, go to: www.justforkidslaw.org Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Featuring some of the most glorious music ever written—including, of course, the Ride of the Valkyries —Die Walküre is the second of the four operas that comprise Wagner’s Ring cycle, a story of monsters, gods, and humans on a superhuman scale. When twins Siegmund and Sieglinde find each other at last, Siegmund promises to release Sieglinde from her forced marriage by killing her husband, Hunding. The god Wotan instructs Valkyrie warrior Brünnhilde to defend Hunding. But, moved by the twins’ mutual devotion, Brünnhilde refuses to obey, forging an alliance with Sieglinde that has far-reaching consequences for them both. Soprano Christine Goerke sings Brünnhilde, tenor Stuart Skelton and soprano Eva-Maria Westbroek are the love-struck twins, and Ring cycle veteran Philippe Jordan conducts.

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Christof Loy directs a star-studded cast of singers, inclusing Anna Netrebko, Jonas Kaufmann and Ludovic Tezier, in Verdi's epic opera, conducted by Antonio Pappano. Leonora falls in love with Don Alvaro, but when her father forbids their marriage, a fatal accident triggers a drama of obsession, vengeance and tragedy. Jonas Kaufmannand Anna Netrebko star in Verdi’s epic La forza del destino (The Force of Destiny) an opera which demands the very best of singers for its powerful music and the fullest theatrical treatment for its story of bitter revenge pursued across miles and years. The production comes to The Royal Opera in a sensational staging from Amsterdam packed with colour and action. It is directed by Christof Loy and conducted by Antonio Pappano, Music Director of The Royal Opera.

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YOU ARE SIMPLY THE BEST! 1. Quiz? CHECK 2. Blind Date competition? CHECK 3. Dance-off? CHECK 4. LIVE band playing some of your favourite Brent hits? CHECK 5. Chasers? CHECK - Massive Arms DJs will be playing: 10cc//ABC//Baha Men//Bee Gees//Des’ree//George Michael//Richard Blackwood//Simply Red//Slade//Queen//Pet Shop Boys//UB40//Yazoo//Tina Turner - and many more bitter sweet classics. (tipple of choice: Lager, sometimes Cider). 6. Room FULL of likeminded people endlessly quoting the best TV show ever? CHECK! Be careful of Finchy in the car park! Presented by Massive Arms and Wernham Blog 7pm - 1am Tickets: £7 adv, £10 OTD Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Come into the forest; dare to change your state of mind. Rosalind is banished, wrestling with her heart and her head. With her cousin by her side, she journeys to a world of exile where barriers are broken down and all can discover their deeper selves. Kimberley Sykes (Dido, Queen of Carthage) directs a riotous, exhilarating version of Shakespeare's romantic comedy.

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Experience the decadence and elegance of 1870s Paris in David McVicar's spectacular production of Gounod's best-loved opera. There are many versions of the story of Faust, who trades his soul with the Devil for youth and power, but Gounod’s opera remains one of the most constantly enthralling. Michael Fabiano stars as Faust, with Diana Damrau as his beloved Marguerite and Erwin Schrott as the diabolical Méphistophélès. Virtuoso leading roles, a large chorus, sensational sets, ballet and an ecstatic finale make this the epitome of theatrical spectacle – the lavish scale of French grand opera is wonderfully in evidence in this production by David McVicar, set in 1870s Paris. Above all, the music includes several of popular opera’s most recognizable numbers, performed by a cast of great international singers and the Royal Opera Chorus. Approximate running time: 3 hours 45 minutes, including one interval. Sung in French with English subtitles.

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Met Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin leads Poulenc’s masterpiece. As the French Revolution begins, shy Blanche, sung by mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard, becomes a novice nun under an elderly prioress—Met legend Karita Mattila. Blanche’s aristocratic family flees the Terror, but she remains behind, struggling between her fear of the guillotine and her duty to the convent. When the nuns are expelled from the convent and threatened with death, Blanche must make an agonising decision. In the shattering final scene, the nuns walk towards the guillotine singing Salve Regina: Their voices are cut off, one by one, with each stroke of the blade, until all are silenced. Poulenc’s devastating portrayal of faith and martyrdom is live in HD for the first time.

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Two recent works and one world premiere showcase the contemporary face of the Royal Ballet. The contemporary face of The Royal Ballet is shown in works from three of today’s leading choreographers. Christopher Wheeldon’s Within the Golden Hour is based around seven couples separating and intermingling, to music by Vivaldi and Bosso and lit with rich colours suggested by sunset. Crystal Pite’s Flight Pattern, revived for the first time, uses a large dance ensemble and Górecki’s familiar music from his Symphony of Sorrowful Songsfor a poignant and passionate reflection on migration. Between them, a new work by Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui, created on The Royal Ballet has its premiere to bring the contemporary truly up-to-date.

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In a reimagined 1590, England is a matriarchy. Baptista Minola is seeking to sell off her son Katherine to the highest bidder. Cue an explosive battle of the sexes in this electrically charged love story. Justin Audibert (Snow in Midsummer, The Jew of Malta) turns Shakespeare's fierce, energetic comedy of gender and materialism on its head to offer a fresh perspective on its portrayal of hierarchy and power.

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Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers encounter passion and tragedy in Kenneth MacMillan's 20th century ballet masterpiece. Shakespeare’s enduring love story is known the world over. Since its 1965 premiere with The Royal Ballet, Kenneth MacMillan’s Romeo and Juliet has become a modern ballet classic. The choreography captures the emotions of the young couple as they fall in love, despite the barriers that finally bring about the story’s tragic end. Each revival gives opportunities for new dancers to interpret the doomed lovers. The whole Company brings the colour and action of Renaissance Verona, where a busy market all too quickly bursts into sword fighting, and a family feud leads to tragedy for both the Montagues and Capulets.

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'To whom should I complain?' When a young novice nun is compromised by a corrupt official, who offers to save her brother from execution in return for sex, she has no idea where to turn for help. When she threatens to expose him, he tells her that no one would believe her. Shakespeare wrote this play in the early 1600s, yet it remains astonishingly resonant today. Artistic Director Gregory Doran directs this new production.

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