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Maxine Peake stars as a stand-up comic, writing and performing her act ‘Funny Cow’. With an insult-packed routine, she appears in working men’s clubs in the north of England, dreaming of making it big. But 1970s and ’80s showbiz is a man’s world and, to be accepted, she finds she must include racist and homophobic material in her sketches. Encountering both success and failure, armed only with wit and determination, she battles her way to become a respected comedian. Material for her punchy comedy is mined from her own tragic upbringing, and her troubled and abusive marriage. Written by Tony Pitts and directed by Adrian Shergold, Funny Cow transports us to another era where the tough and gritty side of the comedy industry is exposed, and where changes in attitude are confronted head on.

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After a bitter divorce, Miriam (Drucker) and Antoine (Ménochet) battle for sole custody of their son, Julien (Gioria). Miriam claims the father is violent but lacks proof. Antoine accuses her of manipulating their son for her own ends. Both sides seem to be hiding something; the truth is buried in deceit and jealousy. When the judge awards joint custody, Julien becomes a pawn in a tense conflict that soon brings the family’s fraught past to light. Winner of prestigious awards at the 2017 Venice Film Festival, including the Silver Lion for best director, Custody is a gripping, tension-filled drama that heralds a stunning new cinematic voice in Xavier Legrand. Legrand’s mastery of building suspense, supported by exceptional performances from Denis Ménochet, Léa Drucker and Thomas Gioria, marks this out as one of the must-see films of 2018.

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Primatologist Davis Okoye (Johnson), a man who keeps people at a distance, shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, silverback gorilla who has been in his care since birth. But a rogue genetic experiment gone awry mutates this gentle ape into a raging creature of enormous size. To make matters worse, it's soon discovered there are other similarly altered animals. As these newly created alpha predators tear across North America, destroying everything in their path, Okoye teams with a discredited genetic engineer to secure an antidote, fighting his way through an ever-changing battlefield, not only to halt a global catastrophe but to save the fearsome creature that was once his friend.

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Living an isolated farmhouse in Upper State New York, a family must navigate a post-apocalyptic world without making a single sound. Either that, or risk being shredded alive. In the shadows lurk spider-like creatures that hunt by sound rather than sight, and which are lying in wait for their next victim. For devoted mother and father (Krasinski and Blunt), son Marcus (Jupe) and partially deaf daughter Regan (Simmonds), life turns into a deadly game of hide-and-seek. The family must walk barefoot, communicate in sign language – which they understand because of Regan’s hearing difficulties – and stifle their every breath to avoid making a noise. It’s a game that becomes even more dangerous when Blunt discovers that she’s pregnant. Staying alive means forever staying one-tiptoed-step ahead.

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Four long years after The Grand Budapest Hotel, Isle of Dogs brings another welcome dose of Wes Anderson’s whimsical charm and offbeat direction to capture audiences’ hearts. Set in a dystopian future Japan, the paw-some stop-motion animation follows 12-year-old Atari (Koyu Rankin) on his noble quest to find his adored pet dog, Spots (Liev Schreiber). After a mysterious outbreak of ‘canine flu’, all the hounds of Megasaki City are exiled by the authorities to a colossal rubbish dump known as Trash Island. Atari sets out solo to rescue his beloved pooch, meeting a few new mongrel friends along the way. Together, they end up on a journey that will decide the fate of the entire prefecture.

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The film is set in 2045, with the world on the brink of chaos and collapse. But the people have found salvation in the OASIS, an expansive virtual reality universe created by the brilliant and eccentric James Halliday (Mark Rylance). When Halliday dies, he leaves his immense fortune to the first person to find a digital Easter egg he has hidden somewhere in the OASIS, sparking a contest that grips the entire world. When an unlikely young hero named Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) decides to join the contest, he is hurled into a breakneck, reality-bending treasure hunt through a fantastical universe of mystery, discovery and danger.

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To celebrate the release of Spielberg’s big-screen adaptation, Picturehouse Culture Shock presents a season of the retro sci-fi classics referenced in Ernest Cline’s pop-cultural odyssey.Discover the season.

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PETER RABBIT, the mischievous and adventurous hero who has captivated generations of readers, now takes on the starring role of his own irreverent, contemporary comedy with attitude. In the film, Peter's feud with Mr. McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson) escalates to greater heights than ever before as they rival for the affections of the warm-hearted animal lover who lives next door (Rose Byrne). James Corden voices the character of Peter with playful spirit and wild charm, with Margot Robbie, Elizabeth Debicki, and Daisy Ridley performing the voice roles of the triplets, Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail.

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Marvel Studios' 'Black Panther' follows T'Challa who, after the events of 'Captain America: Civil War,' returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to take his place as King. However, when an old enemy reappears on the radar, T'Challa's mettle as King and Black Panther is tested when he is drawn into a conflict that puts the entire fate of Wakanda and the world at risk.

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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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Ferdinand is a big bull with an even bigger heart. He enjoys the finer things in life – flowers, smaller fellow animals and the like. But after he’s accidently stung by a bee and charges rampantly across the fields, he’s captured by greedy brigands who see a big future for him fighting in Madrid’s bullring. Determined to return to his beloved family in rural Spain, Ferdinand rallies a team of misfits to try and escape. Working from Munro Leaf’s bestselling 1930s children’s book, writer-director Carlos Saldanha (Rio, Ice Age) has applied his considerable creative talents to deliver another animated crowd-pleaser. Its stars include Kate McKinnon (Ghostbusters), David Tennant and Bobby Cannavale, with wrestler-turned-actor John Cena voicing the misunderstood steer.

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JUJU presents the finest selection of true roots music from the heart of Africa, blending raw traditional music with genre-crossing fusion performances… Based in London, Kasai Masaibring the traditional sound of remote equatorial African villages to the UK, adding a unique and contemporary twist on the way. Kasai is a region of Congo that is named after a river in the heart of the rainforest where many tribes maintain their traditional lifestyles. The Masai are a dignified tribe whose lives still centre around a nomadic existence. "Kasai Masai successfully marry a respect for vintage grooves with an overwhelming urge to move the dance floor this is the sound of the old and new, of the countryside and the city, from deep in the heart of Africa..." - Nige Tassell, Womad Festival. With DJ Volta 45 on the decks, with the finest African vinyl collection you could possibly find this distance from the continent itself. Get ready to DANCE! 8.30pm - 1am. £6 ADV // £7 OTD Visit: JUJU! Facebook Page Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Maxine Peake stars as a stand-up comic, writing and performing her act ‘Funny Cow’. With an insult-packed routine, she appears in working men’s clubs in the north of England, dreaming of making it big. But 1970s and ’80s showbiz is a man’s world and, to be accepted, she finds she must include racist and homophobic material in her sketches. Encountering both success and failure, armed only with wit and determination, she battles her way to become a respected comedian. Material for her punchy comedy is mined from her own tragic upbringing, and her troubled and abusive marriage. Written by Tony Pitts and directed by Adrian Shergold, Funny Cow transports us to another era where the tough and gritty side of the comedy industry is exposed, and where changes in attitude are confronted head on.

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After a bitter divorce, Miriam (Drucker) and Antoine (Ménochet) battle for sole custody of their son, Julien (Gioria). Miriam claims the father is violent but lacks proof. Antoine accuses her of manipulating their son for her own ends. Both sides seem to be hiding something; the truth is buried in deceit and jealousy. When the judge awards joint custody, Julien becomes a pawn in a tense conflict that soon brings the family’s fraught past to light. Winner of prestigious awards at the 2017 Venice Film Festival, including the Silver Lion for best director, Custody is a gripping, tension-filled drama that heralds a stunning new cinematic voice in Xavier Legrand. Legrand’s mastery of building suspense, supported by exceptional performances from Denis Ménochet, Léa Drucker and Thomas Gioria, marks this out as one of the must-see films of 2018.

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Primatologist Davis Okoye (Johnson), a man who keeps people at a distance, shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, silverback gorilla who has been in his care since birth. But a rogue genetic experiment gone awry mutates this gentle ape into a raging creature of enormous size. To make matters worse, it's soon discovered there are other similarly altered animals. As these newly created alpha predators tear across North America, destroying everything in their path, Okoye teams with a discredited genetic engineer to secure an antidote, fighting his way through an ever-changing battlefield, not only to halt a global catastrophe but to save the fearsome creature that was once his friend.

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Living an isolated farmhouse in Upper State New York, a family must navigate a post-apocalyptic world without making a single sound. Either that, or risk being shredded alive. In the shadows lurk spider-like creatures that hunt by sound rather than sight, and which are lying in wait for their next victim. For devoted mother and father (Krasinski and Blunt), son Marcus (Jupe) and partially deaf daughter Regan (Simmonds), life turns into a deadly game of hide-and-seek. The family must walk barefoot, communicate in sign language – which they understand because of Regan’s hearing difficulties – and stifle their every breath to avoid making a noise. It’s a game that becomes even more dangerous when Blunt discovers that she’s pregnant. Staying alive means forever staying one-tiptoed-step ahead.

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Four long years after The Grand Budapest Hotel, Isle of Dogs brings another welcome dose of Wes Anderson’s whimsical charm and offbeat direction to capture audiences’ hearts. Set in a dystopian future Japan, the paw-some stop-motion animation follows 12-year-old Atari (Koyu Rankin) on his noble quest to find his adored pet dog, Spots (Liev Schreiber). After a mysterious outbreak of ‘canine flu’, all the hounds of Megasaki City are exiled by the authorities to a colossal rubbish dump known as Trash Island. Atari sets out solo to rescue his beloved pooch, meeting a few new mongrel friends along the way. Together, they end up on a journey that will decide the fate of the entire prefecture.

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The film is set in 2045, with the world on the brink of chaos and collapse. But the people have found salvation in the OASIS, an expansive virtual reality universe created by the brilliant and eccentric James Halliday (Mark Rylance). When Halliday dies, he leaves his immense fortune to the first person to find a digital Easter egg he has hidden somewhere in the OASIS, sparking a contest that grips the entire world. When an unlikely young hero named Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) decides to join the contest, he is hurled into a breakneck, reality-bending treasure hunt through a fantastical universe of mystery, discovery and danger.

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To celebrate the release of Spielberg’s big-screen adaptation, Picturehouse Culture Shock presents a season of the retro sci-fi classics referenced in Ernest Cline’s pop-cultural odyssey.Discover the season.

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The adventures of a fun-loving three-year-old monkey, Tee, and first-time super-mum, Mo, as they navigate the swings and roundabouts of their life together, learning what it takes to be a son and a mum. We're delighted to welcome Tee And Mo to Toddler Time. Their first ever episodes screened at Picturehouse Cinemas will be: Face Wipe: When Tee gets involved with cake making he inevitably ends up with cake on face. Like any mum, Mo's handy with a face wiper but Tee has other ideas... The Box: Mo is very excited by the arrival of a new lamp, but Tee is more interested in the box it came in. Together the pair find the perfect place to put the lamp, using the box and a little bit of imagination. Rocket: Mo needs to go to the shop but Tee is more interested in building a rocket out of cardboard boxes. Mo compromises by helping him with the rocket BEFORE they go to the shops, but when it's finished. Tee just wants to stay and play in it. Surprise!: It's tidying up day and Tee's friend Lily the Tiger comes round to play her favourite game; Surprise! But can they surprise Mo? Picture: Mo is eager to get a new picture of Tee for her wall, but Tee is more interested in pictures of bugs than posing for the camera himself. Is there any way to do both? Song: Only One Mum: Tee loves his mum and wants the world to know via the power of song. From Mo’s epic sandwich making, amazing storytelling, to her mystical ability to find his lost shoes - Tee thinks that when you've got the best mum in the world, the best way to tell her is with a song.

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PETER RABBIT, the mischievous and adventurous hero who has captivated generations of readers, now takes on the starring role of his own irreverent, contemporary comedy with attitude. In the film, Peter's feud with Mr. McGregor (Domhnall Gleeson) escalates to greater heights than ever before as they rival for the affections of the warm-hearted animal lover who lives next door (Rose Byrne). James Corden voices the character of Peter with playful spirit and wild charm, with Margot Robbie, Elizabeth Debicki, and Daisy Ridley performing the voice roles of the triplets, Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail.

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Marvel Studios' 'Black Panther' follows T'Challa who, after the events of 'Captain America: Civil War,' returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to take his place as King. However, when an old enemy reappears on the radar, T'Challa's mettle as King and Black Panther is tested when he is drawn into a conflict that puts the entire fate of Wakanda and the world at risk.

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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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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind!

Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality.

Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage.

Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice.

EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am
(+ EVERY THURSDAY 10am - 11.30am - via different ticket link)

£8 per class.

Beginners to intermediate levels welcome.

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

ALSO: EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am

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Renato D’Aiello has become known as having one of the strongest and most beautiful saxophone sounds around. His treatments of jazz standards, and originals, both live and on record, have won great admiration from audiences and the press. Since July 2010 Renato has been running a very successful weekly night upstairs at Ronnie Scott’s amongst other residencies. For this gig he will be joined by Bruno Montrone on piano and Nicola Muresu on bass. 3pm - 5.30pm Free Entry www.renatodaiello.net Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Maxine Peake stars as a stand-up comic, writing and performing her act ‘Funny Cow’. With an insult-packed routine, she appears in working men’s clubs in the north of England, dreaming of making it big. But 1970s and ’80s showbiz is a man’s world and, to be accepted, she finds she must include racist and homophobic material in her sketches. Encountering both success and failure, armed only with wit and determination, she battles her way to become a respected comedian. Material for her punchy comedy is mined from her own tragic upbringing, and her troubled and abusive marriage. Written by Tony Pitts and directed by Adrian Shergold, Funny Cow transports us to another era where the tough and gritty side of the comedy industry is exposed, and where changes in attitude are confronted head on.

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After a bitter divorce, Miriam (Drucker) and Antoine (Ménochet) battle for sole custody of their son, Julien (Gioria). Miriam claims the father is violent but lacks proof. Antoine accuses her of manipulating their son for her own ends. Both sides seem to be hiding something; the truth is buried in deceit and jealousy. When the judge awards joint custody, Julien becomes a pawn in a tense conflict that soon brings the family’s fraught past to light. Winner of prestigious awards at the 2017 Venice Film Festival, including the Silver Lion for best director, Custody is a gripping, tension-filled drama that heralds a stunning new cinematic voice in Xavier Legrand. Legrand’s mastery of building suspense, supported by exceptional performances from Denis Ménochet, Léa Drucker and Thomas Gioria, marks this out as one of the must-see films of 2018.

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Primatologist Davis Okoye (Johnson), a man who keeps people at a distance, shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, silverback gorilla who has been in his care since birth. But a rogue genetic experiment gone awry mutates this gentle ape into a raging creature of enormous size. To make matters worse, it's soon discovered there are other similarly altered animals. As these newly created alpha predators tear across North America, destroying everything in their path, Okoye teams with a discredited genetic engineer to secure an antidote, fighting his way through an ever-changing battlefield, not only to halt a global catastrophe but to save the fearsome creature that was once his friend.

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Living an isolated farmhouse in Upper State New York, a family must navigate a post-apocalyptic world without making a single sound. Either that, or risk being shredded alive. In the shadows lurk spider-like creatures that hunt by sound rather than sight, and which are lying in wait for their next victim. For devoted mother and father (Krasinski and Blunt), son Marcus (Jupe) and partially deaf daughter Regan (Simmonds), life turns into a deadly game of hide-and-seek. The family must walk barefoot, communicate in sign language – which they understand because of Regan’s hearing difficulties – and stifle their every breath to avoid making a noise. It’s a game that becomes even more dangerous when Blunt discovers that she’s pregnant. Staying alive means forever staying one-tiptoed-step ahead.

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Four long years after The Grand Budapest Hotel, Isle of Dogs brings another welcome dose of Wes Anderson’s whimsical charm and offbeat direction to capture audiences’ hearts. Set in a dystopian future Japan, the paw-some stop-motion animation follows 12-year-old Atari (Koyu Rankin) on his noble quest to find his adored pet dog, Spots (Liev Schreiber). After a mysterious outbreak of ‘canine flu’, all the hounds of Megasaki City are exiled by the authorities to a colossal rubbish dump known as Trash Island. Atari sets out solo to rescue his beloved pooch, meeting a few new mongrel friends along the way. Together, they end up on a journey that will decide the fate of the entire prefecture.

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The film is set in 2045, with the world on the brink of chaos and collapse. But the people have found salvation in the OASIS, an expansive virtual reality universe created by the brilliant and eccentric James Halliday (Mark Rylance). When Halliday dies, he leaves his immense fortune to the first person to find a digital Easter egg he has hidden somewhere in the OASIS, sparking a contest that grips the entire world. When an unlikely young hero named Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) decides to join the contest, he is hurled into a breakneck, reality-bending treasure hunt through a fantastical universe of mystery, discovery and danger.

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To celebrate the release of Spielberg’s big-screen adaptation, Picturehouse Culture Shock presents a season of the retro sci-fi classics referenced in Ernest Cline’s pop-cultural odyssey.Discover the season.

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‘Is all that we see or seem but a dream within a dream?’ Following the sellout fringe 2015 success of their debut show 'A Fresh Start (for Peter Russo)', winners of the first Brighton Music Award for 'Best Song' and the O2 'Think Big' bursary, You Cry Wolf, are back with the same inventive new take on live music performance, and a new immersive story to add to their all-encompassing live show. A new fantasy to lose yourself inside - this time You Cry Wolf have created a lurid dream-world, a hallucination comprised of fragments of a waking-life reordered into dreamy irreality, with their latest multi-sensory narrative 'ONLY GOD'. Taking you upon a vivid journey inside the dreaming mind, 'ONLY GOD' marks an exploration of the significance of dreams and their effectiveness as tools for introspective self-discovery. As we are prone to futilely create meaning from our dreams, so too is the audience encouraged to create their own conclusions from the fragments of the story provided in its performance. Making use of pithy and surreal lyrics, sensational abstract imagery and fresh emotive rock-music, You Cry Wolf invite the audience to take centre-stage as they are transported inside the narrative, to see through the eyes and into the soul of the sleeping protagonist. There is no stage, no spot light; You Cry Wolf have created a window into their music and inside their protagonists' fictions, where human experience and narrative supersede traditional performance convention, where concept and character-construction form the all-consuming conditions for this music-based escapade to unfold. “I’m thinking of the days when people will be able to have this little room, a total audio-visual environment type of thing. So that you can go in there and lay back, and the whole thing just blossoms with colour and sound” - Jimi Hendrix The video piece for the projections in ONLY GOD has been specifically commissioned for the show and created by Agathe Barré – cargocollective.com The visuals for 'A Fresh Start (for Peter Russo)' by Jacek Zmarz who has worked with a number of prominent acts including Polar Bear on their 'Be Free' video Set design by 'Moonstone' 'Seeking a different approach to the prescribed audience-artist dynamic, this might be unlike any live music performance you have ever experienced.' The New Current 'The band drifts between sparkling intelligent-pop and solo-driven rock...melded with their infectious jazz cadences and rhythms.' - Line of Best Fit 8pm Tickets: £5 (Click on time icon at the top right of this page to book in advance, or pay on the door) www.youcrywolf.com facebook.com/YouCryWolf Insta: you_cry_wolf Twitter: YouCryWolf Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Marvel Studios' 'Black Panther' follows T'Challa who, after the events of 'Captain America: Civil War,' returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to take his place as King. However, when an old enemy reappears on the radar, T'Challa's mettle as King and Black Panther is tested when he is drawn into a conflict that puts the entire fate of Wakanda and the world at risk.

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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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Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) doesn't have the most pleasant of lives. Browbeaten by his principal at school, he must also endure the acrimonious relationship between his nerdy father (Glover) and his lovely mother (Lea Thompson). The one balm in Marty's life is his friendship with eccentric scientist Doc (Lloyd), who at present is working on a time machine. Accidentally zapped back into the 1950s, Marty inadvertently interferes with the budding romance of his now-teenaged parents. Our hero must reunite his parents-to-be, lest he ceases to exist in the 1980s. Beyond its dazzling special effects, the best element of BACK TO THE FUTURE is the performance of Michael J. Fox, who finds himself in the quagmire of surviving the white-bread 1950s with a hip 1980s mindset. Terrific fun!

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A striking psychological thriller set on Jersey with compelling lead performances from Jessie Buckley and Johnny Flynn. Written and directed by Michael Pearce, Beast sees damaged soul Moll (Jessie Buckley) irresistibly drawn to the equally tortured Pascal (Johnny Flynn) from the moment she first encounters him after wandering away from her own birthday celebrations. A local poacher, Pascal is also a suspect in a string of murders that have been carried out across Jersey. On edge and desperate for someone to pay for the murderous crimes, the island’s inhabitants turn their attentions to the couple and their new-found love. Garnering rave reviews after its recent premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, Beast at times recalls the films of Lynne Ramsay, Jane Campion and Andrea Arnold. It is certainly a highly impressive debut that makes for intoxicating viewing and satisfyingly bends the conventions of the thriller.

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Maxine Peake stars as a stand-up comic, writing and performing her act ‘Funny Cow’. With an insult-packed routine, she appears in working men’s clubs in the north of England, dreaming of making it big. But 1970s and ’80s showbiz is a man’s world and, to be accepted, she finds she must include racist and homophobic material in her sketches. Encountering both success and failure, armed only with wit and determination, she battles her way to become a respected comedian. Material for her punchy comedy is mined from her own tragic upbringing, and her troubled and abusive marriage. Written by Tony Pitts and directed by Adrian Shergold, Funny Cow transports us to another era where the tough and gritty side of the comedy industry is exposed, and where changes in attitude are confronted head on.

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After a bitter divorce, Miriam (Drucker) and Antoine (Ménochet) battle for sole custody of their son, Julien (Gioria). Miriam claims the father is violent but lacks proof. Antoine accuses her of manipulating their son for her own ends. Both sides seem to be hiding something; the truth is buried in deceit and jealousy. When the judge awards joint custody, Julien becomes a pawn in a tense conflict that soon brings the family’s fraught past to light. Winner of prestigious awards at the 2017 Venice Film Festival, including the Silver Lion for best director, Custody is a gripping, tension-filled drama that heralds a stunning new cinematic voice in Xavier Legrand. Legrand’s mastery of building suspense, supported by exceptional performances from Denis Ménochet, Léa Drucker and Thomas Gioria, marks this out as one of the must-see films of 2018.

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Primatologist Davis Okoye (Johnson), a man who keeps people at a distance, shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, silverback gorilla who has been in his care since birth. But a rogue genetic experiment gone awry mutates this gentle ape into a raging creature of enormous size. To make matters worse, it's soon discovered there are other similarly altered animals. As these newly created alpha predators tear across North America, destroying everything in their path, Okoye teams with a discredited genetic engineer to secure an antidote, fighting his way through an ever-changing battlefield, not only to halt a global catastrophe but to save the fearsome creature that was once his friend.

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Living an isolated farmhouse in Upper State New York, a family must navigate a post-apocalyptic world without making a single sound. Either that, or risk being shredded alive. In the shadows lurk spider-like creatures that hunt by sound rather than sight, and which are lying in wait for their next victim. For devoted mother and father (Krasinski and Blunt), son Marcus (Jupe) and partially deaf daughter Regan (Simmonds), life turns into a deadly game of hide-and-seek. The family must walk barefoot, communicate in sign language – which they understand because of Regan’s hearing difficulties – and stifle their every breath to avoid making a noise. It’s a game that becomes even more dangerous when Blunt discovers that she’s pregnant. Staying alive means forever staying one-tiptoed-step ahead.

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Gaston (Louis Jourdan) is a restless Parisian playboy who moves from one mistress to another, while also spending time with Gigi (Leslie Caron), a precocious younger friend learning the ways of high society. The platonic relationship between Gaston and Gigi changes, however, when she matures, but the possibility of something lasting seems unlikely since he won't commit to one woman. Gigi refuses to be anyone's mistress, however, and Gaston must choose between her and his carefree lifestyle.

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Four long years after The Grand Budapest Hotel, Isle of Dogs brings another welcome dose of Wes Anderson’s whimsical charm and offbeat direction to capture audiences’ hearts. Set in a dystopian future Japan, the paw-some stop-motion animation follows 12-year-old Atari (Koyu Rankin) on his noble quest to find his adored pet dog, Spots (Liev Schreiber). After a mysterious outbreak of ‘canine flu’, all the hounds of Megasaki City are exiled by the authorities to a colossal rubbish dump known as Trash Island. Atari sets out solo to rescue his beloved pooch, meeting a few new mongrel friends along the way. Together, they end up on a journey that will decide the fate of the entire prefecture.

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The film is set in 2045, with the world on the brink of chaos and collapse. But the people have found salvation in the OASIS, an expansive virtual reality universe created by the brilliant and eccentric James Halliday (Mark Rylance). When Halliday dies, he leaves his immense fortune to the first person to find a digital Easter egg he has hidden somewhere in the OASIS, sparking a contest that grips the entire world. When an unlikely young hero named Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) decides to join the contest, he is hurled into a breakneck, reality-bending treasure hunt through a fantastical universe of mystery, discovery and danger.

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To celebrate the release of Spielberg’s big-screen adaptation, Picturehouse Culture Shock presents a season of the retro sci-fi classics referenced in Ernest Cline’s pop-cultural odyssey.Discover the season.

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Marvel Studios' 'Black Panther' follows T'Challa who, after the events of 'Captain America: Civil War,' returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to take his place as King. However, when an old enemy reappears on the radar, T'Challa's mettle as King and Black Panther is tested when he is drawn into a conflict that puts the entire fate of Wakanda and the world at risk.

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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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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. Keep an eye on our Facebook events page for comedian announcements! Presented by W.A.R. Entertainment. Doors 7.30, show 8pm Tickets: £5 Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Maxine Peake stars as a stand-up comic, writing and performing her act ‘Funny Cow’. With an insult-packed routine, she appears in working men’s clubs in the north of England, dreaming of making it big. But 1970s and ’80s showbiz is a man’s world and, to be accepted, she finds she must include racist and homophobic material in her sketches. Encountering both success and failure, armed only with wit and determination, she battles her way to become a respected comedian. Material for her punchy comedy is mined from her own tragic upbringing, and her troubled and abusive marriage. Written by Tony Pitts and directed by Adrian Shergold, Funny Cow transports us to another era where the tough and gritty side of the comedy industry is exposed, and where changes in attitude are confronted head on.

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After a bitter divorce, Miriam (Drucker) and Antoine (Ménochet) battle for sole custody of their son, Julien (Gioria). Miriam claims the father is violent but lacks proof. Antoine accuses her of manipulating their son for her own ends. Both sides seem to be hiding something; the truth is buried in deceit and jealousy. When the judge awards joint custody, Julien becomes a pawn in a tense conflict that soon brings the family’s fraught past to light. Winner of prestigious awards at the 2017 Venice Film Festival, including the Silver Lion for best director, Custody is a gripping, tension-filled drama that heralds a stunning new cinematic voice in Xavier Legrand. Legrand’s mastery of building suspense, supported by exceptional performances from Denis Ménochet, Léa Drucker and Thomas Gioria, marks this out as one of the must-see films of 2018.

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Primatologist Davis Okoye (Johnson), a man who keeps people at a distance, shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, silverback gorilla who has been in his care since birth. But a rogue genetic experiment gone awry mutates this gentle ape into a raging creature of enormous size. To make matters worse, it's soon discovered there are other similarly altered animals. As these newly created alpha predators tear across North America, destroying everything in their path, Okoye teams with a discredited genetic engineer to secure an antidote, fighting his way through an ever-changing battlefield, not only to halt a global catastrophe but to save the fearsome creature that was once his friend.

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Living an isolated farmhouse in Upper State New York, a family must navigate a post-apocalyptic world without making a single sound. Either that, or risk being shredded alive. In the shadows lurk spider-like creatures that hunt by sound rather than sight, and which are lying in wait for their next victim. For devoted mother and father (Krasinski and Blunt), son Marcus (Jupe) and partially deaf daughter Regan (Simmonds), life turns into a deadly game of hide-and-seek. The family must walk barefoot, communicate in sign language – which they understand because of Regan’s hearing difficulties – and stifle their every breath to avoid making a noise. It’s a game that becomes even more dangerous when Blunt discovers that she’s pregnant. Staying alive means forever staying one-tiptoed-step ahead.

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Four long years after The Grand Budapest Hotel, Isle of Dogs brings another welcome dose of Wes Anderson’s whimsical charm and offbeat direction to capture audiences’ hearts. Set in a dystopian future Japan, the paw-some stop-motion animation follows 12-year-old Atari (Koyu Rankin) on his noble quest to find his adored pet dog, Spots (Liev Schreiber). After a mysterious outbreak of ‘canine flu’, all the hounds of Megasaki City are exiled by the authorities to a colossal rubbish dump known as Trash Island. Atari sets out solo to rescue his beloved pooch, meeting a few new mongrel friends along the way. Together, they end up on a journey that will decide the fate of the entire prefecture.

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The film is set in 2045, with the world on the brink of chaos and collapse. But the people have found salvation in the OASIS, an expansive virtual reality universe created by the brilliant and eccentric James Halliday (Mark Rylance). When Halliday dies, he leaves his immense fortune to the first person to find a digital Easter egg he has hidden somewhere in the OASIS, sparking a contest that grips the entire world. When an unlikely young hero named Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) decides to join the contest, he is hurled into a breakneck, reality-bending treasure hunt through a fantastical universe of mystery, discovery and danger.

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To celebrate the release of Spielberg’s big-screen adaptation, Picturehouse Culture Shock presents a season of the retro sci-fi classics referenced in Ernest Cline’s pop-cultural odyssey.Discover the season.

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Marvel Studios' 'Black Panther' follows T'Challa who, after the events of 'Captain America: Civil War,' returns home to the isolated, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to take his place as King. However, when an old enemy reappears on the radar, T'Challa's mettle as King and Black Panther is tested when he is drawn into a conflict that puts the entire fate of Wakanda and the world at risk.

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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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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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Ten years. Eighteen films. One cinematic journey. Everything that has come before in Marvel’s acclaimed superhero franchise has been building to this: a thrilling ensemble piece that weaves together every story thread and unites a universe. The Avengers, scattered and divided after the events of Captain America: Civil War, must rally to confront the intergalactic warlord Thanos (Josh Brolin), who’s hell-bent on collecting the six Infinity Stones that will enable him to bend reality to his will.

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Maxine Peake stars as a stand-up comic, writing and performing her act ‘Funny Cow’. With an insult-packed routine, she appears in working men’s clubs in the north of England, dreaming of making it big. But 1970s and ’80s showbiz is a man’s world and, to be accepted, she finds she must include racist and homophobic material in her sketches. Encountering both success and failure, armed only with wit and determination, she battles her way to become a respected comedian. Material for her punchy comedy is mined from her own tragic upbringing, and her troubled and abusive marriage. Written by Tony Pitts and directed by Adrian Shergold, Funny Cow transports us to another era where the tough and gritty side of the comedy industry is exposed, and where changes in attitude are confronted head on.

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After a bitter divorce, Miriam (Drucker) and Antoine (Ménochet) battle for sole custody of their son, Julien (Gioria). Miriam claims the father is violent but lacks proof. Antoine accuses her of manipulating their son for her own ends. Both sides seem to be hiding something; the truth is buried in deceit and jealousy. When the judge awards joint custody, Julien becomes a pawn in a tense conflict that soon brings the family’s fraught past to light. Winner of prestigious awards at the 2017 Venice Film Festival, including the Silver Lion for best director, Custody is a gripping, tension-filled drama that heralds a stunning new cinematic voice in Xavier Legrand. Legrand’s mastery of building suspense, supported by exceptional performances from Denis Ménochet, Léa Drucker and Thomas Gioria, marks this out as one of the must-see films of 2018.

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Primatologist Davis Okoye (Johnson), a man who keeps people at a distance, shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, silverback gorilla who has been in his care since birth. But a rogue genetic experiment gone awry mutates this gentle ape into a raging creature of enormous size. To make matters worse, it's soon discovered there are other similarly altered animals. As these newly created alpha predators tear across North America, destroying everything in their path, Okoye teams with a discredited genetic engineer to secure an antidote, fighting his way through an ever-changing battlefield, not only to halt a global catastrophe but to save the fearsome creature that was once his friend.

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Living an isolated farmhouse in Upper State New York, a family must navigate a post-apocalyptic world without making a single sound. Either that, or risk being shredded alive. In the shadows lurk spider-like creatures that hunt by sound rather than sight, and which are lying in wait for their next victim. For devoted mother and father (Krasinski and Blunt), son Marcus (Jupe) and partially deaf daughter Regan (Simmonds), life turns into a deadly game of hide-and-seek. The family must walk barefoot, communicate in sign language – which they understand because of Regan’s hearing difficulties – and stifle their every breath to avoid making a noise. It’s a game that becomes even more dangerous when Blunt discovers that she’s pregnant. Staying alive means forever staying one-tiptoed-step ahead.

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Four long years after The Grand Budapest Hotel, Isle of Dogs brings another welcome dose of Wes Anderson’s whimsical charm and offbeat direction to capture audiences’ hearts. Set in a dystopian future Japan, the paw-some stop-motion animation follows 12-year-old Atari (Koyu Rankin) on his noble quest to find his adored pet dog, Spots (Liev Schreiber). After a mysterious outbreak of ‘canine flu’, all the hounds of Megasaki City are exiled by the authorities to a colossal rubbish dump known as Trash Island. Atari sets out solo to rescue his beloved pooch, meeting a few new mongrel friends along the way. Together, they end up on a journey that will decide the fate of the entire prefecture.

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The film is set in 2045, with the world on the brink of chaos and collapse. But the people have found salvation in the OASIS, an expansive virtual reality universe created by the brilliant and eccentric James Halliday (Mark Rylance). When Halliday dies, he leaves his immense fortune to the first person to find a digital Easter egg he has hidden somewhere in the OASIS, sparking a contest that grips the entire world. When an unlikely young hero named Wade Watts (Tye Sheridan) decides to join the contest, he is hurled into a breakneck, reality-bending treasure hunt through a fantastical universe of mystery, discovery and danger.

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To celebrate the release of Spielberg’s big-screen adaptation, Picturehouse Culture Shock presents a season of the retro sci-fi classics referenced in Ernest Cline’s pop-cultural odyssey.Discover the season.

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The adventures of a fun-loving three-year-old monkey, Tee, and first-time super-mum, Mo, as they navigate the swings and roundabouts of their life together, learning what it takes to be a son and a mum. We're delighted to welcome Tee And Mo to Toddler Time. Their first ever episodes screened at Picturehouse Cinemas will be: Face Wipe: When Tee gets involved with cake making he inevitably ends up with cake on face. Like any mum, Mo's handy with a face wiper but Tee has other ideas... The Box: Mo is very excited by the arrival of a new lamp, but Tee is more interested in the box it came in. Together the pair find the perfect place to put the lamp, using the box and a little bit of imagination. Rocket: Mo needs to go to the shop but Tee is more interested in building a rocket out of cardboard boxes. Mo compromises by helping him with the rocket BEFORE they go to the shops, but when it's finished. Tee just wants to stay and play in it. Surprise!: It's tidying up day and Tee's friend Lily the Tiger comes round to play her favourite game; Surprise! But can they surprise Mo? Picture: Mo is eager to get a new picture of Tee for her wall, but Tee is more interested in pictures of bugs than posing for the camera himself. Is there any way to do both? Song: Only One Mum: Tee loves his mum and wants the world to know via the power of song. From Mo’s epic sandwich making, amazing storytelling, to her mystical ability to find his lost shoes - Tee thinks that when you've got the best mum in the world, the best way to tell her is with a song.

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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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26 April Featuring: MAS LAW UNIT 31 (LIVE) DJ WICKED MARV RADIOLI + VERY SPECIAL GUESTS Time to glorify the Bull. It’s Taurean season and this month we're celebrating host Mas Law’s Earthstrong time. The night will go back to a live band feel good factor that we all know him for. We gonna jam it out!! Expect a live performance from the man himself and a trilla-load of friendly faces performing random tracks. As a man who's connected to many different angles of the scene, you'll never know who will be passing thru and shelling out random vibes. We'll have Unit 31 providing the live soundtrack for the night! The rest shall be guaranteed vibes! Doors 7,30 - Midnight Tickets: Free entry before 9pm, £5 after
Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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Ten years. Eighteen films. One cinematic journey. Everything that has come before in Marvel’s acclaimed superhero franchise has been building to this: a thrilling ensemble piece that weaves together every story thread and unites a universe. The Avengers, scattered and divided after the events of Captain America: Civil War, must rally to confront the intergalactic warlord Thanos (Josh Brolin), who’s hell-bent on collecting the six Infinity Stones that will enable him to bend reality to his will.

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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. APRIL: Feat. Dust Me Down Blues Band. MAY: The Barry Jackson Blues Band 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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Ten years. Eighteen films. One cinematic journey. Everything that has come before in Marvel’s acclaimed superhero franchise has been building to this: a thrilling ensemble piece that weaves together every story thread and unites a universe. The Avengers, scattered and divided after the events of Captain America: Civil War, must rally to confront the intergalactic warlord Thanos (Josh Brolin), who’s hell-bent on collecting the six Infinity Stones that will enable him to bend reality to his will.

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A fairy godmother, a glass slipper, an opulent ball, an enchanted forest, and a Prince Charming who loves her – did all that really happen, or was it just a dream? Long-suffering Cendrillon lives a life of drudgery with her good-natured father and his imperious wife, until fate, romance, and a touch of fairy magic intervene. For the first time ever, Massenet’s sumptuous version of the Cinderella story comes to the Met in this imaginative storybook production directed by Laurent Pelly. Superstar Joyce DiDonato sings the title role, alongside British mezzo-soprano Alice Coote in the trouser role of Prince Charming, Kathleen Kim as the Fairy Godmother, and Stephanie Blythe as the archetypal wicked stepmother.

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Dubbed into English. A colourful animation film about a loveable archaeology student called Tad. When his professor discovers the legendary papyrus of King Midas, proving that the ancient king really could turn everything he touched to gold, Tad gets drawn into an archaeological mystery adventure.

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A brand new Day & Night festival in the heart of South London, celebrating over 40 years of Disco, with live music, DJs, screenings, talks, food and drink – in the venues surrounding Brixton’s iconic Windrush Square – Electric Brixton, Prince of Wales Rooftop & Club, The Ritzy Picturehouse & The Black Cultural Archives, plus a Roller Disco on Windrush Square! Upstairs will be a hosting an all-day record fayre working with a mix of known record stores and collectors specialising in disco…. Flowing smoothly into an evening of big name DJs. The record fayre and Upstairs bar are FREE ENTRY until 8pm. If you want to stay for the evening party, you will need a festival wristband. See below for more info.... The Brixton Disco Festival: Saturday 28th April 2018
----------------------------------------- Day: 2pm-8pm

Day - POW Brixton: - Low Life Rooftop Disco with Crazy P (DJ set), Bill Brewster, Ray Mang & Frank Broughton Day - Ritzy Picturehouse: - Nicky Siano Presents The Gallery - "Love is the Message" Screening with Q+A Day - Upstairs a the Ritzy: - Record fayre (FREE ENTRY) Day - Black Cultural Archives: - Disco Exhibition & Screenings Roller Disco!
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Night: 8pm-4am

Night - Electric Brixton: - Jocelyn Brown (Full Live Band) - Crazy P Soundsystem - Very Special Guest TBA - Nick The Record Night - POW Brixton: - Studio 54 Brixton with Nicky Siano (3 hour set) Night - Upstairs at the RItzy: - Record Fair & DJs
Event Specific T+Cs:
Valid Photo ID will be required for entry to the event.
After 12am, the ticketholder may not move between licensed venues within the festival. Once you leave one of these venues after this time, you are leaving the festival, with no re-admission.

FESTIVAL TICKETS:
Day & Night: SOLD OUT
Night only: £35 (not available through Ritzy/Picturehouse website)
CLICK HERE FOR TICKET/INFO Ticket Pickup:
Wristbands for moving between venues to be collected at the main festival venues

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Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Ten years. Eighteen films. One cinematic journey. Everything that has come before in Marvel’s acclaimed superhero franchise has been building to this: a thrilling ensemble piece that weaves together every story thread and unites a universe. The Avengers, scattered and divided after the events of Captain America: Civil War, must rally to confront the intergalactic warlord Thanos (Josh Brolin), who’s hell-bent on collecting the six Infinity Stones that will enable him to bend reality to his will.

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Everything’s Rosie is an animated series for toddlers created by Victoria Corner. It follows the adventures of a little girl named Rosie and her friends Will, Holly, Big Bear, Oakley the ancient oak tree and Raggles the rabbit. This month we will be featuring The Great Jumping Joke, Holly's Home From Home and Mamma Raggles!

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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. Sisters of Reggae have a monthly residency at The Queens Head in Brixton as well as a show on Balamii Radio. They played at Bestival this year on the Reggae Roots stage earlier in the year they were featured in Vice’s i-D magazine and have recently been filmed for a documentary celebrating the anniversary of Trojan Records. Tonight’s Sister line-up: Lucky Cat Zoë (Resonance FM), Naoko The Rock, Sweetie. Debbie Golt (Outerglobe, Resonance FM), Miss Feelgood. Always a roadblock, 100% vinyl and 100% niceness guaranteed! ...... The evening will start off once again with the popular Outerglobe Female DJ Relay - this will give 6 special guest selectors a chance to showcase their DJ skills. If you would like to participate and have a great Reggae vinyl collection, please contact sistersofreggae@gmail.com. This is a great opportunity for women Reggae DJs who are just starting out or have not played for a while to practice their skills, do hurry! If you're feeling rusty or would like some extra help on the decks Sisters of Reggae's Debbie Golt, originator of the Outerglobe DJ Relay, will be at hand to help. Reggae is still one of the most male-dominated areas of music and yet some of the finest producers, DJs and musicians are women. Sisters of Reggae put women centre stage and want to encourage more women of ALL ages to come forward as DJs! www.facebook.com/sistersofreggae mixcloud.com/sistersofreggaelondon Twitter and Instagram: @sistersofreggae 7pm - Midnight Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind!

Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality.

Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage.

Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice.

EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am
(+ EVERY THURSDAY 10am - 11.30am - via different ticket link)

£8 per class.

Beginners to intermediate levels welcome.

PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

ALSO: EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am

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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. Follow them on all the socials to keep up to date:
Twitter.com/MOEPresents
Instagram.com/_moepresents
Facebook.com/MOEPresents Or check the hashtag #MOEPresents Doors 7.30pm £5 adv, £7 door Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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When scientist Kevin Flynn (Bridges) tries to hack the computer at work to find evidence that his ideas have been stolen, a malevolent software pirate ensnares him in the computer’s electronic maze. Digitally broken down into a data stream, he finds himself caught in the blazingly colourful and geometrically intense landscape of cyberspace. A stunning piece of science fiction and a landmark in the history of computer animation.

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Xolani, a lonely factory worker, joins the men of his community in the mountains of the Eastern Cape to initiate a group of teenage boys into manhood. When a defiant initiate from the city discovers his best-kept secret, Xolani’s entire existence begins to unravel. South Africa’s entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the 2018 Academy Awards tackles tradition, sexuality, masculinity and what it means to be an outsider.

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Words, wisdom, photography and prose inspired by the virtuous few. Anomalies who found the cheat codes to society. Inner city youth who live life by the way they deem to be right. Written over a five-year period, and shot in London, Japan, New York & L.A. Live reading, music, discussion and Q&A. Hosted by Pesolife, presented by Nathaniel Telemaque et al. 7.30pm - 11pm Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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From time to time four old friends, all extraordinary actresses, meet up in the English countryside to gossip, to remember and to laugh. For once they let the cameras in… NOTHING LIKE A DAME is a unique celebration of the lives and careers of four of our most iconic actresses; Dame Eileen Atkins, Dame Judi Dench, Dame Joan Plowright and Dame Maggie Smith. All four have gone from being fledgling actresses in the 1950s to acting royalty. They’ve watched each other’s careers grow and bloom and have celebrated life’s ups and downs together. NOTHING LIKE A DAME invites you to spend time with these acting legends as they talk about their lives and their professional experiences across Theatre, Television and Film. Directed by Roger Michell (My Cousin Rachel, Notting Hill), the film also includes a range of astonishing archive material. Candid, funny, caustic, irreverent, poignant and utterly engrossing, this unmissable release is proof that there is truly nothing like a Dame... In cinemas across the country on Wednesday 2nd May Exclusive Premiere screenings include special filmed introduction by Dame Joan Plowright and exclusive interview with Roger Michell

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An always changing night of world music hosted by Melange Collective on the first Wednesday of every month. Expect the evocative melodies and hypnotic beats of Africa, the Balkan, Middle East, South America and further afield. Performed by Melange, and featuring variously Arabic Oud, cello, guitar, sax, accordion and percussion; the night has a different flavour every month ranging from acoustic performance to wild excursions into jazz and free improvisation. Guest artists also appear, and are invited to contact Melange with suggestions. 8pm - 11pm. Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Manon’s brother Lescaut is offering her to the highest bidder when she meets Des Grieux and falls in love. They elope to Paris, but when Monsieur G.M. offers Manon a life of luxury as his mistress she can’t resist. With the Lescauts’ encouragement Des Grieux cheats at cards in an attempt to win Monsieur G.M.’s fortune. They are caught. Manon is arrested as a prostitute and deported to New Orleans, followed by Des Grieux. On the run, Manon dies from exhaustion.

Kenneth MacMillan’s source for Manon was the 18th-century French novel already adapted for opera by Massenet and Puccini. The premiere was given on 7 March 1974, with the lead roles danced by Antoinette Sibley and Anthony Dowell. The ballet quickly became a staple of The Royal Ballet’s repertory, and a touchstone of adult, dramatic dance.

MacMillan found new sympathy with the capricious Manon and her struggle to escape poverty. Designs by his regular collaborator Nicholas Georgiadis reflect this, depicting a world of lavish splendour polluted by miserable destitution. MacMillan’s spectacular ensemble scenes for the whole Company create vivid, complex portraits of the distinct societies of Paris and New Orleans. But it is Manon and Des Grieux’s impassioned pas de deux – recalling the intensity of MacMillan’s earlier Romeo and Juliet – that drive this tragic story, and make Manon one of MacMillan’s most powerful dramas.

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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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Lost World’s Show Out is an exciting, urban music based variety show. With headline sets handpicked by @lostworldlondon & @instabassn8s, open mic sets, open mic cyphers, DJ sets, + gameshows & giveaways. The open mic segment is open to singers, rappers, spoken word artists & comedians. Doors open at 7pm with open mic slots being given out on a 1st come, 1st serve basis. Contact: tee.lostboysrecordings@gmail.com No ID, no entry. 7pm - 11pm. Tickets: £5 adv (online) & before 8.30 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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Teaming a live DJ (Philster Funkalicious) with visuals, Cinematic Soul explores the best in funk, soul and soundtracks from 1965 to now. Projected visuals feature an exciting, epic montage of movie clips from cult films... and there’s plenty of space for dancers! 8pm - 1am Free entry all night! Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Bring your 101 friends, let it go - it doesn't matter if you're a Lady, a Tramp or a little bit Pooh. We promise we won’t take the Mickey. Just don't be one of the Poor Unfortunate Souls that misses out! Doors and sign-up from 8pm. Fun starts 8.30! Tickets: £6 adv / £8 door (Click on time icon at the top right of this page to book) Brought to you by Massive Arms. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Come hither for some lovely treats, brought to you by Massive Arms Promotions. From 12 - 5:30pm, browse the arts fair and purchase pieces of our independent traders designs. Ranging from t-shirts and garments, to homewares and jewellery, illustrations and paintings. FREE entry! Invest in independent design! For more information, and details on the artists - check out the Facebook event page. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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As the daughter of Levi Roots, Jo Caesar grew up with music all around her. And as a singer, has worked with a variety of musicians and artists including Luciano, Bounty Killer, Gappy Ranks, Don E, and Caron Wheeler who provided the backing vocals on Jo’s first single ‘Sometimes’; which was released on her own music label ‘Sound Box Music’. Jo was lead vocalist of a girl group, managed by RonTom. Has co-written with Grime artist Maxwell D and songwriter Junior Brat, but found her calling in reggae while working on a solo project with JetStar Record label. In September 2015 Jo beat hundreds of hopefuls to become the winner of talent show ‘Reggae Star Factor’ held at London’s prestigious Shaw Theatre. Now, Jo brings her extraordinary voice and stage presence to Catch A Fire for the first time, backed by the Powers Band. Twitter: @catchafirebrix 8pm - Midnight. FREE ENTRY Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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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.

March session features:
Alex Seel - Daniel Ferguson - James Death Ray - More TBA
8pm - 11pm.
Free Entry.

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In this animated adaptation of Ted Hughes' Cold War fable, a giant alien robot crash-lands near the small town of Rockwell, Maine, in 1957. Exploring the area, a local 9-year-old boy, Hogarth, discovers the robot, and soon forms an unlikely friendship with him. When a paranoid government agent, Kent Mansley, becomes determined to destroy the robot, Hogarth and beatnik Dean McCoppin must do what they can to save the misunderstood machine.

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Léonor Serraille’s debut feature was the deserving winner of the Camera d’Or at Cannes this year. A vibrant, touching and funny portrait of Paula, an unstable and heartbroken young woman, Jeune Femme signals the arrival of an impressive new talent in Serraille. Equally as eye-catching is Laetitia Dosch in the lead role, breathing a vital energy into Paula, whose split from her photographer partner is the narrative catalyst in Seraille’s self-penned tale. Prone to being her own worst enemy, Paula lugs her ex’s pet cat around Paris in a cardboard box, freewheeling but determined to get back on track in life. Attuned to both cinema as an art form and human experience in the modern world, Serraille hits the ground running with a film as urgent and insistent as the post-punk score that accompanies its attention-grabbing sequences.

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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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When her husband suddenly dumps her, longtime dedicated housewife Deanna (McCarthy) turns regret into re-set by going back to college…landing in the same class and school as her daughter, who’s not entirely sold on the idea. Plunging headlong into the campus experience, the increasingly outspoken Deanna—now Dee Rock—embraces freedom, fun and frat boys on her own terms, finding her true self in a senior year no one ever expected.

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Dub Me Always presents the book launch for Alex Bartsch’s ‘Covers: Retracing Reggae Record Sleeves in London’, published by One Love Books, with author/publisher Al Fingers and contributors Noel Hawks and Chris Lane of Fashion Records. Then, to the midnight hour, expect a night of original reggae vinyl with Fingers, Hawks and Lane on the decks, alongside host DJ David Katz. Expect a range of vintage original reggae & dancehall vinyl nuggets, presented with style and passion. 8.00 - Midnight. Free entry. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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In the ruined aftermath of a bloody civil war, the Macbeths ruthlessly fight to survive, and forces of elemental darkness propel them towards the crown. Rufus Norris (The Threepenny Opera, London Road) directs Shakespeare’s most intense and terrifying tragedy, starring Rory Kinnear (Young Marx, Othello) and Anne-Marie Duff (Oil,Suffragette) as Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.

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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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Following the screening of 'Girls Trip' (separate ticket link), it's time to party with Soulgigs and anyone is welcome! You can expect musical genres to include RnB, hip-hop, reggae, house, classic soul, club classics, soca, Afrobeats and jungle. Resident DJ Nico T, will keep you well entertained. Doors 7.00, film 8.00. Party from 10pm - 2am. Tickets: £12 film & party // £7 party only Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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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. Waaju are a groove-centered world jazz ensemble that encapsulates influences from West African music, but with a specific focus on the music of Mali. The quintet plays original music brings the uniquely nuanced grooves of Wassoulou, ‘Desert Blues’ & other music styles into a jazz context - resulting in an undeniably energetic performance! With DJ Volta 45 spinning sweet vinyl treats from the depths of Africa and the island diaspora. 8pm -Midnight £6 adv / £7 door. Visit: JUJU! Facebook Page Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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The Encounters Deaf Shorts Showcase Cert TBC, 87mins The shorts in this programme with dialogue or BSL are subtitled. Join us to celebrate Deaf Awareness Week with a bold, varied programme of short films from Deaf and hearing filmmakers which presents a unique representation of the Deaf community in the 21st Century - including the Oscar winning short The Silent Child by Chris Overton. Swimming in the Desert Dir: Alvaro Ron, USA, 2017, 17 mins, Fiction In the drought-stricken town of Agua Dulce in the California High Desert, a ten-year- old deaf girl challenges her grandfather, a cranky retired firefighter, to follow a crazy plan and bring the water back to the dry river. Hitch Dirs: Sophie Hexter & Poppy Walker, Australia, 2016, 10 mins 37 secs, Fiction A young, deaf boy wanders alone through a remote Australian landscape. A mysterious man pulls up in a ute to offer him a ride. Equal parts suspense and coming-of- age, Hitch explores loss and acceptance in a silent world, where nothing is as it appears to be. The Silent Child Dir: Chris Overton, UK, 2017, 19 mins 54 secs, Fiction Set in rural England and inspired by real life events. The Silent Child centres on a profoundly deaf four-year- old girl named Libby, who’s born into a middle class family and lives in a world of silence until a caring social worker teaches her the gift of communication. Silent Laughs Dir: Natalia Kouneli, UK, 2017, 10 mins 58 secs, Documentary A Deaf stand-up comedienne performs in sign language, fulfilling her dream to make people laugh as well as bringing Deaf culture to mainstream audiences. Signs of an Affair Dir: Louis Neethling, UK, 2017, 28 mins, Fiction Flora has been married to Fred for many years, but all of a sudden he doesn’t want sugar in his tea – something’s not right! Flora is suspicious and determined to find out the truth, but ends up in some unexpected places. Starring Jean St Clair and Ilan Dwek; produced for BSLBT by Mutt and Jeff Pictures. This programme was curated by the Encounters Short Film festival in partnership with Deaf filmmaker and artist David Ellington.

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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. Free Entry. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18s only.

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In Ridley Scott’s brooding, doom-laden thriller set in a spectacularly imagined future Los Angeles, a hired killer named Deckard (Ford) tracks down a group of renegade androids who have escaped from slavery on a colonised planet. Loosely based on Philip K. Dick’s paranoid masterpiece Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, and undoubtedly one of the most influential sci-fi movies of all time, BLADE RUNNER was famously butchered in previous studio versions, including a so-called director’s cut that was nothing of the sort. This ‘final cut’ is the only version over which Scott had full artistic control, and with its intense atmosphere, breath-taking visuals and lavishly eerie soundtrack by Vangelis, it’s an unforgettable big-screen experience.

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After the fall of Saddam Hussein in 2003 Fakhir, a father of eight and Major in the Iraq armed forces, goes on a mission to disarm the thousands of mines laid across Mosul. Shown via home movie footage shot by his fellow troops and discovered by his son years later, the videos show how Fakhir manages to disarm thousands of mines with just a simple knife and a pair of wire clippers. Despite many near-misses Fakhir knows he cannot stop while there are still mines in the city because the innocent people will pay the ultimate price.

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This duo, led by Yaz Fentazi with Robyn Hemmings on double bass, perform music that draws on the rich musical traditional of jazz, blues and North African music, built around their original compositions. The music is a rootsy blend of Gnawa, Chaabi and Andalusian music. The Guardian has described Yaz Fentazi’s compositions as having “breadth and atmosphere, and his oud soloing, which recalls the drive and dynamism of world Oud star Anouar Brahem, is stunning.” 8pm - 11pm. Free Entry. Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page 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. 8pm - 1am Free Entry Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Curated and hosted by The L.A.B Collective, Beat Meet is an event delving into experimental underground music. Expect to hear hip-hop of all kinds, from BoomBap to jazzy/soul infusions to edits and lo-fi. 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. Beats • Hip-Hop • Experimental • L.A Beat Scene • Electronic Featuring live showcases by: Emmavie Vampire Village (Ohio) Furozh Peace (NYC) Myrkl Sean LaTouche DJ set by BusyFingers Hosted by D'Vo Doors open/vibes: 7.30 - Midnight Entry: £5 all night! ****BEAT SUBMISSIONS**** King of the Hill is the Beat Meet beat submission competition where producers submit their beats 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 producers with beats they want dropped or submitted for the King of the Hill, make sure you send the file with your name(s) (.mp3) to labco.ldn@gmail.com BEFORE 16th May! Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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"This night is just a few friends going out on a limb to make beautiful noise in a beautiful place. With live performances from: CIRCUS CANNON A unique, fascinating and brilliant group. Richer Unsigned described them as "a perfect soundtrack for cruising both the cosmos and the open road." They prefer to describe themselves as "Four noisy psychedelic bastards". We don't like to pin people down, so we'll leave that bit up to you! They’re certainly tipped to be one of London's most excellent and dynamic live bands and they will be joining us off the back of a London Sofar Sounds gig - featuring material from their latest EP- 'Wurlitzer'. KID CUPID These guys are making huge waves in the UK Alt-Pop scene and pushing the genre into new areas of creativity. Singles such as 'Blue Moon' and 'Easy' have been picked up by BBC Music Introducing in the North East, Get In Her Ears and many others. "Fusing throbbing bass and beats with soulful vocals and anthemic keys, they’re masters of steamy, sultry melodies and neon soundscapes" - PRS for Music. BIRDYHOP You can find a lot of their music on 'The Hype Machine', and have had artist features published in North America's Burning Ear music blog, glamglare and the UK's 'Freshonthenet' 'Fresh Faves', over the last 12 months. "A shimmering sound that’s easy to listen to" - Richer Unsigned Their live sound is pretty unusual; characterized by immersive musical arrangements - courtesy of melodic live looping, sampling, emotive harmonies and unique guitar playing. They'll also be performing some new tracks off of their soon to be released EP, to further delight your ears. Doors: 7:30pm, Live music from 8pm. Midnight close. Tickets: £5 adv / £6 OTD (Click on time icon at the top right of this page to book) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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This fiery travelling party that goes by the name of Op Sa! is big, bold and brass-heavy. Bringing their own passionate brand of Balkan music, influenced by the roots of the Serbian Kolo and the Turkish čoček, their repertoire is an addictive blend of wild beats, gypsy flair and modern sound. Teaming a traditional brass trumpet section with clarinets, electric guitars and drum kit, they give a contemporary twist to deep-rooted cultural influences and create an unmistakably rich sound. 7.30pm Free Entry Visit: Op Sa! online Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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The third feature length film to come out of Kilkenny-based animation studio Cartoon Saloon, after The Secret of Kells (2009) and Song of the Sea (2015), Nora Twomey’s The Breadwinner revolves around the daily struggles facing 11-year-old Parvana in Taliban-controlled Kabul, Afghanistan. Executive produced by Angelina Jolie and based on Deborah Ellis’ best-selling novel of the same name published in 2000, The Breadwinner is an inspiring and ultimately uplifting tale of familial love and loyalty in the face of oppression After her father is unjustly arrested by the Taliban, Parvana’s family are left without a man of the house, and the young girl is forced to dress and pass herself off as a boy. This allows Parvana to move around the city and work to provide the money the family need to survive. In a culture where females are forbidden from travelling anywhere alone, this places Parvana in constant danger, but desperate times call for desperate solutions.

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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: 21:45

Tickets: £6pp.

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Guido Spannocchi invites you to the presentation of his second album "Terms & Conditions". Influenced by Brazilian rhythms & African folklore as well as solid Jazz the compositions rearrange continental lullabies to fit in the contemporary context. A sound aesthetic consisting of inspirational melodies, elusive harmonies and hot grooves masterfully executed through bold interplay of this trio consisting of Guido Spannocchi on saxophone, JJ Stillwell on double bass and Filippo Galli on drums. With support from Outside Broadcast - a jazz trio formed of Rich Muscat, JJ Stillwell and Angus Bishop. Doors 8pm, live music from 8.30pm. £3 adv/before 8:30 // £5 after Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Monthly LBQ drinks social take over the Upstairs bar, now to be one of their new regular homes. Whether you are looking to meet old friends, or make new ones, why not join us for this pre-weekender, post holiday social. Guest female DJs will serving up an eclectic mix of everything and anything feel good with a fun a friendly crowd to match. 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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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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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. APRIL: Feat. Dust Me Down Blues Band. MAY: The Barry Jackson Blues Band 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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Get ready to be transported back to the 1920s with an immersive afternoon screening of The Great Gatsby Upstairs at the Ritzy. Breaking prohibition never felt so good! Expect some swinging tunes, flapper dresses, the sounds of ragtime jazz and a bar brimming with prohibited giggle juice. Come dressed in your best 1920s attire and try to avoid any unsavoury characters at the bar as you may get more than you bargained for... Your ticket includes entrance to the prohibition bar and film screening, comfy, but casual seating at our speakeasy and a swing dance class. Drinks and popcorn are available for purchase at the venue. Please note that this is an over-18s event. Tickets are only available in advance online, so book now to avoid disappointment. Join us from 13:30 for a reception Screening starts at 14:00 Tickets: £20 All proceeds go to www.child.org

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OneNation are set to launch Spring, by 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 Shaq D (Mi-Soul Radio/iLive Radio). United80 will be in the house again with the latest fashion, music, art, jewellery and positive vibes. 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 £5 general release tickets More on the door

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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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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. Follow them on all the socials to keep up to date:
Twitter.com/MOEPresents
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Facebook.com/MOEPresents Or check the hashtag #MOEPresents Doors 7.30pm £5 adv, £7 door Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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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. Keep an eye on our Facebook events page for comedian announcements! Presented by W.A.R. Entertainment. Doors 7.30, show 8pm Tickets: £5 Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Set during World War II, the story focuses on Carmen Jones, a vixen who works in a parachute factory in North Carolina. When she is arrested for fighting with a co-worker who reported her for arriving late for work, foreman Sgt. Brown assigns young soldier Joe to deliver her to the authorities, much to the dismay of Joe's fiancee Cindy Lou, who had agreed to marry him during his leave.

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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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Ra uses movement and breath to feel lightweight in your body and bright in your mind! Strong but flexible, balanced but light, masculine and feminine - yoga is the spirit of of contrast and equality. Cara is a Yoga Alliance certified teacher of Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga particularly towards supporting creative lifestyles. With a few ideas borrowed from dance, Pilates, Tai Chi, singing techniques, relaxation techniques and massage. Inspired towards better mental health, having more energy, and feeling nice. EVERY THURSDAY: 10am - 11.30am EVERY SUNDAY: 10.30am - 11.30am £8 per class. Beginners to intermediate levels welcome. PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN MAT

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Sounds Like Teen Spirit is a new open mic night devoted to your cringeworthy teenage musings. Think of it as a festival for juvenilia – your childhood poems, raps, diary entries, doodles, videos, GCSE art pieces, Facebook statuses, Bebo quizzes, texts mined from your old Nokia 3310, MSN transcripts, personal statements and burn books. Think big. Dig up your pink padlocked diary, get the teenage band back together, revisit guinea_pigs_are_coolio1@hotmail.com, scroll all the way back to 2008 on your FB chat but MOST IMPORTANTLY skedaddle on down to Upstairs at The Ritzy, at 7.30pm on May 31st. There’ll be wiggle room for impromptu performances on the night — feel free to make a last minute grab for that diary on D-day — but we’d prefer to guarantee you a spot on the bill. Put your name down in advance by emailing signup@soundsliketeenspirit.co.uk Just tell us how long you’ll need and what manner of glorious acne-filled, WKD-fuelled content you’ll be regaling us with. If your idea requires sound equipment, let us know and we’ll see what we can do. Let’s face it. We know you were a tragic teenager. We know you shrieked “nobody understands!” as you left the house for an under-18s nappy night where you sucked pre-pubescent face in neon skinny jeans, trying desperately to activate a glow stick. We know you wrote an elaborate diary entry about it when you got home, Mr Brightside still ringing in your ears. We also know that that diary entry is pure, unadulterated gold dust. The world deserves to hear it. Make Thursday May 31st a night to remember things you’d rather forget. 7.30pm Entry £5 - In aid of Spear, an award-winning program which helps unemployed 16-24 year-olds from disadvantaged backgrounds to find long-term employment. Find out more at: www.resurgo.org.uk/spear/about-spear Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Celebrating the Simon Pegg / Jessica Stevenson / Nick Frost / Edgar Wright crew, come have a sit down rave, have a cup of tea, play some computer games and wait for it all to blow over. DJ Massive Arms playing: 8-11pm: Alt indie kinda stuff from Eighties Matchbox B Line Disaster, The Smiths, Ash, Supergrass, Blur, Suede, Beck and Primal Scream (via The Cornetto Trilogy), some Sex Bob-Omb (Scott Pilgrim) and Queen, T-Rex and The Damned (via Baby Driver). 11-1am: 90s Club Classix via Tyres's RAVE BRAIN, including the LEGENDARY A-Team theme remix, any noises you can rave to (kettles / phone rings / traffic lights), weird 90s dance from Mr. Scruff, Lemon Jelly and the All Seeing I, some fake sex noises and The Time Warp (via Spaced). POSSIBLY no music from ‘Run Fat Boy, Run’ or ‘Cuban Fury’, but MAYBE ‘Paul’. Whilst this is going on, we'll have a Playstation 1 setup, with winner-stays-on Tekken, as well as free Zombie makeup, and an illustrator capturing you anger, fear and many more emotions. PLUS MORE STUFF. THINGS. ETC. Perhaps leave Colin at home. Free Cornettos for the first 50 people. Doors: 8pm 1am close £6 adv / £8 otd. (Click on time icon at the top right of this page to book) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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'Swan Lake' has had a special role in the repertory of The Royal Ballet since 1934. This Season The Royal Ballet creates a new production with additional choreography by Artist in Residence Liam Scarlett. While remaining faithful to the Petipa-Ivanov text, Scarlett will bring fresh eyes to the staging of this classic ballet, in collaboration with his long-term designer John Macfarlane.

Prince Siegfried chances upon a fl ock of swans while out hunting. When one of the swans turns into a beautiful woman, Odette, he is enraptured. But she is under a spell that holds her captive, allowing her to regain her human form only at night.

'Swan Lake' was Tchaikovsky’s first ballet score. Given its status today as arguably the best loved and most admired of all classical ballets, it is perhaps surprising that at its premiere in 1877 Swan Lake was poorly received. It is thanks to the 1895 production by Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov that Swan Lake has become part of not only ballet consciousness but also wider popular culture. That success is secured not only by the sublime, symphonic sweep of Tchaikovsky’s score, but also by the striking choreographic contrasts between Petipa’s royal palace scenes and the lyric lakeside scenes created by Ivanov.

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It’s time to party and make kelele like you’re in East Africa! With DJ Dubwise (Kenya) & DJ TZ (Tanzania) Playing a mix of soukous, afrobeats, kapuka, genge, bongo flava, reggaeton, dancehall and beyond to keep you on the dancefloor till close. 8.30pm - LATE £6 adv / £8 on the door

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To celebrate the Joy of reaching the 150th edition of You're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat there’s A Happening Of Monumental Proportions. More rounds, more questions, plenty of surprises: it’s everything you love in Maximum Overdrive - and It is gonna be Big! Room isn’t Limitless so avoid the Spectre of being a Mad Max and buy your tickets in advance. You’ll need to be an Early Man (or woman) as this quiz will be starting at 7pm. While we don’t have an official limit on team sizes, if your group is particularly large we may ask you to Split into two smaller teams. Arrival: 18:00 | Quiz Show: 19:00 | £7pp Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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To celebrate the Joy of reaching the 150th edition of You're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat there’s A Happening Of Monumental Proportions. More rounds, more questions, plenty of surprises: it’s everything you love in Maximum Overdrive - and It is gonna be Big! Room isn’t Limitless so avoid the Spectre of being a Mad Max and buy your tickets in advance. You’ll need to be an Early Man (or woman) as this quiz will be starting at 7pm. While we don’t have an official limit on team sizes, if your group is particularly large we may ask you to Split into two smaller teams. Arrival: 18:00 | Quiz Show: 19:00 | £7pp Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page

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Terry (Dan Dailey) and Molly (Ethel Merman) are vaudeville performers who eventually add their three children to the act to become "The Five Donahues." However, their children start to go their own way in time, with Steve (Johnnie Ray) deciding to become a priest. The other grown children, Katy (Mitzi Gaynor) and Tim (Donald O'Connor), join a show starring Victoria Parker (Marilyn Monroe). The Donahue parents become a performing pair again, but the family still faces personal upheaval.

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The library is OPEN bitches! Time to show your Charisma, Uniqueness, Nerve and Talent and sissy that walk down to the Ritzy for a Ru Paul Drag race extravaganza elaganza! Don that sequins dress, secure that wig and for the love of Momma Ru BLEND that MAKE UP (it looks terrible). In between acts, DJ Massive Arms the brains will be leading you through Ru's greatest, as well as all the lip-sync classics. 8pm - 1am £6 adv / £8 otn (Click on time icon at the top right of this page to book) Visit: Upstairs Facebook Page Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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What if your first true love was someone you’d been told you must hate?

Set in a world very like our own, this Romeo & Juliet is about a generation of young people born into violence and ripped apart by the bitter divisions of their parents.

The most famous story of love at first sight explodes with intense passion and an irresistible desire for change, but leads all too quickly to heartbreaking consequences.

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A party for all you LOCAL people. Come in your best fancy dress, and we'll give you a can I can't. Expect live music from our Les McQueen (Creme Brûlée) tribute, as well as all the 70s fist pumping rock that you'd expect our resident musical expert to admire. Bring your cards and we can set up a game of 'Go Johnny Go Go'. Lots more 'fun' TBA.

8pm - 1am

Tickets: £6 Adv / £8 OTD
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Please note: After 8pm, the Upstairs bar is for over 18's only.

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Down on his luck in the suburbs, John Falstaff plans to hustle his way to a comfortable retirement by seducing the wives of two wealthy men.

Unknown to him, it’s the women of Windsor who really pull the strings, orchestrating Falstaff’s comeuppance amidst a theatrical smorgasbord of petty rivalries, jealousies and over-inflated egos.

For a fat Englishman, a Welshman and a Frenchman, the only way is Windsor…

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Dangerous desires, family secrets and political intrigues twist through every moment of daring choreography in Kenneth Macmillan's ballet inspired by true events. Mayerling is a classic of the Royal Ballet repertory, with its emotional depth, haunting imagery, and one of the most demanding roles ever created for a male dancer. Kenneth MacMillan choreographed a complex work around the psychologically tormented heir to the Habsburg Empire, Crown Prince Rudolf. From the ballet’s start, the glamour of the Austro-Hungarian court is contrasted with undercurrents of sexual and political intrigue that drive the story to its violent climax in a double suicide. The large cast allows for impressive ensembles in addition to the ballet's many solos of distinctive character and pas de deux of disturbing eroticism. This ballet, bursting with intensity, madness and passion, proves that sometimes the truth is more scandalous than fiction.

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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.

8.30 - 2am.

Tickets: £8

In the meantime, get your listening devices around THIS playlist.

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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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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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"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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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