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Talks

Wonders Of Our Universe

Mon 18 May 2026

Guided by astrophysicist Ian Hall FRAS this is a voyage through space and time like no other accompanied by breathtaking visuals and a cinematic soundtrack.

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Music

Paul Young: Songs and Stories

Tue 19 May 2026

Take a look back at Paul Young’s extraordinary career, spanning more than 40 years, as he combines acoustic versions of his hit songs with stories of his incredible journey.

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Cinema

EOS: Frida Khalo

Tue 19 May 2026

Exhibition on Screen’s award-winning film is back by popular demand with an exciting new addition from the blockbuster transatlantic exhibition from Tate Britain and MFA Houston 'Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon'.

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Music Tribute

Live & Symphonic: The New Carpenters Story

Wed 20 May 2026

A musical journey through the glittering career of pop’s most famous brother and sister duo featuring all of the Carpenters hit songs including Close To You, Top of the World, We’ve Only Just Begun, Rainy Days & Mondays, Goodbye to Love and many more!

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Comedy Theatre

Dial 1 for UK

Wed 20 May 2026

A funny and powerful one-man play about migration, belonging, and the British dream. When Delhi call-centre worker Uday finally arrives in the UK, reality hits harder than expected.

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Creative Education: Musical Theatre – The Greatest Showman (10-16)

Thu 21 May 2026

It’s time to Come Alive with the fun, jam packed day focused on everything singing, dancing and performance!

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Comedy Stand Up

Matt Forde: Defying Calamity

Thu 21 May 2026

Leading political comedian Matt Forde finds positivity in life despite all the evidence to the contrary in politics and his own health in his biggest tour to date yet.

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Comedy Stand Up

Mum's Night Out Comedy

Fri 22 May 2026

Grab your mum mates for a night of top stand up comedy, games and more hosted by The Funny Mummy and featuring the top comics in the UK.

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Comedy Theatre

The Dazzling Diamonds

Fri 22 May 2026

Returning with a brand-new comedy variety drag show. From jaw-dropping dance numbers to hilarious lip-sync performances and not forgetting the sensational live vocals, the cast are pulling out all the stops to make this show as unforgettable as the last.

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Family

Holmes & Watson: The Curious Case of the Masked Magician

Sat 23 May 2026

It’s 1906 - the Golden Age of Magic. The Masked Magician bestrides London’s world of Magic like a colossus, UNTIL…one night, in mid-performance, the Magician vanishes.

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Music Tribute

The Magic of Motown

Sat 23 May 2026

Taking you down memory lane with all the Motown classics from artists such as: Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Supremes, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, The Jackson 5, Smokey Robinson, and many more.

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Amateur And Local Groups

Dance Projection: Steps of Tomorrow

Mon 25 May 2026

Dance Projection’s annual Infant’s & Junior's Dance Show is packed with music, colour, and excitement perfect for a fun family day out.

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Musical Theatre Workshop: SIX (6-10)

Tue 26 May 2026

A fun, funky workshop celebrating the modern musical SIX - learn lyrics, rehearse your singing and a cool dance routine.

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Musical Theatre Workshop: SIX (11-16)

Tue 26 May 2026

A fun, funky workshop celebrating the modern musical SIX - learn lyrics, rehearse your singing and a cool dance routine.

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Musical Theatre Workshop: Grease (6-10)

Wed 27 May 2026

Dive into the worlds of Rydell High, Pink Ladies and the T-Birds as you learn singing, acting, and dancing to your favourite songs from the classic musical.

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Musical Theatre Workshop: Legally Blonde (11-16)

Wed 27 May 2026

Explore Elle Woods journey of the worlds of law and love through singing and dancing. We are Positive you will love this perfectly pink musical theatre workshop!

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Comedy Stand Up

MC Hammersmith: Hippity Hoppity Get Off My Property

Wed 27 May 2026

The viral sensation brings an evening of improvised hip hop comedy to venues across the UK from March-June 2026

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Musical Theatre Workshop: Frozen (5-10)

Thu 28 May 2026

Perfect for aspiring performers and Disney fans alike, this interactive experience invites participants to sing, act, and dance their way through the magical world of Arendelle.

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Musical Theatre Workshop: Moana 2 (5-10)

Thu 28 May 2026

Set sail and bring the spirit of Moana to life through singing and dancing with our musical theatre workshop.

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Disney Dance Party

Thu 28 May 2026

Enjoy a host of games, singing and dancing, set to some of the best Disney songs out there with our Disney Dance party workshop.

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Cinema

NT Live: The Playboy of the Western World

Thu 28 May 2026

Nicola Coughlan joins Éanna Hardwicke and Siobhán McSweeney in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery.

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