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Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock 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. Von Rothbart, arbiter of Odette's curse, tricks the Prince into declaring his love for the identical Odile and thus breaking his vow to Odette. Doomed to remain a swan forever, Odette has but one way to break the sorcerer's spell.

Courtyard Theatre Cinema
£16

Running time: 210 minutes, two intervals

Royal Opera & Ballet's website

•  27 Feb from £16

Event cinema screening.

The Capulets and Montagues are sworn enemies. Yet it is love at first sight for Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet when they meet each other at the Capulet ball, into which Romeo has snuck. The two fall in love and they profess their devotion to each other at Juliet’s balcony. They secretly get married. The stakes are raised for the young couple when Romeo avenges the death of his friend Mercutio who has been killed by Tybalt, Juliet’s cousin. For this, Romeo is exiled from Verona. Meanwhile, Juliet’s parents are forcing her to marry another suitor. In order to be together, Romeo and Juliet must risk it all.

Courtyard Theatre Cinema
£16

Running time: 210 minutes, two intervals

Royal Opera & Ballet's website

•  20 Mar from £16

Event cinema screening.

Seven time BAFTA Award winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

This explosively funny satire, about a rogue U.S General who triggers a nuclear attack, is led by a world renowned creative team including Emmy Award winner Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award winner Sean Foley.

Co-adapted by Armando Iannucci
Co-adapted and directed by Sean Foley

Courtyard Theatre Cinema
£16

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Sung in Italian with subtitles

The beautiful but icy Princess Turandot will only marry a man who can correctly answer three riddles. Those who fail are brutally beheaded. But when an unknown prince arrives, the balance of power in Turandot’s court is forever shaken, as the mysterious stranger does what no other has been able to.

Courtyard Theatre Cinema
£16

Running time: 205 minutes, two intervals

The Royal Opera website

•   1 Apr from £16

This is old-fashioned glamour in the company of two, modern-day musical greats.

A Couple of Swells is the inspired pairing of two unique entertainers.

Liza Pulman, songstress, comedienne and one-third of the iconic Fascinating Aida, and virtuoso pianist, songwriter and singer Joe Stilgoe. Together they combine humour and musicianship at the very highest level, making old songs sound new and new songs feel like you’ve known them all your life.

Both born in the proverbial trunk, their style has been fine-tuned from cradle to stage. Together they have the musical and theatrical chemistry of Dudley Moore and Julie Andrews, or Barbara Cook and Wally Harper.

Prepare to be swept away by Joe’s dazzling piano playing, Liza’s exquisite vocals and their beautiful, tight harmonies as they dig into the true classics and hidden gems of Irving Berlin, Paul McCartney, Jerome Kern, Billy Joel and Leonard Bernstein, mixed with a few new songs specially written for the show.

Liza Pulman
Pulman’s career began at Glyndebourne Opera and has encompassed music, theatre and over twenty years as one-third of Britain’s best-selling satirical comedy trio, Fascinating Aida. This much-loved satirical comedy group has just completed 100 sell-out shows across the UK including three nights at the London Palladium and are set to return for a run of shows at the Royal Festival Hall in January 2025.

Liza’s solo career as a concert performer and recording artist has showcased a talent for rediscovering, reinventing and reimagining timeless classics and lost gems. Most recently, Liza Pulman - Streisand played West End runs to packed houses and five-star reviews, and a new show, The Heart Of It, started its 2023 tour at The Other Palace in London.

Joe Stilgoe
Stilgoe is an internationally acclaimed singer, pianist and songwriter, known for writing songs that feel like classics, and adapting classics so they sound like they’ve just been written. Most recently, Joe arranged and accompanied Hannah Waddingham’s performance of Time After Time at the BAFTA Film Awards and opened this year’s Olivier Awards with his arrangement of Anything Goes.

Growing up surrounded by music, Joe’s career extends across theatre, TV and radio. He’s a regular on Radio 4 on shows including Loose Ends and The Horne Section and he has worked with some of the finest orchestras and bands in the world. Joe has released eight albums, five of which topped the UK Jazz chart.

'Oooo…it’s SO good' Dawn French 

'Joe Stilgoe and Liza Pulman are showbusiness royalty…' ★★★★ LondonTheatre1

'The chemistry Pulman and Stilgoe have together is second to none … together they are unstoppable' ★★★★All That Dazzles

'… a wonderful night of proper showbiz from two extraordinary artists right at the top of their game…' Damian Thantrey, Festival Director, Lichfield Festival

'Two supreme entertainers on the stage together… what’s not to love!' Stewart Collins, Artistic Director, Petworth Festival

Courtyard Theatre
£22

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•   4 Apr from £22

BCA Performing Arts Department proudly present 9 to 5 the Musical!

Join us for a hilarious, high energy journey through office politics, empowerment, and friendship. Featuring the iconic music of Dolly Parton, this dazzling production tells the story of three determined women who team up to take down their egotistical boss and transform their workplace. Packed with laugh-out-loud moments, show stopping numbers, and an inspiring message, 9 to 5 the Musical is a feel good experience for all. Don’t miss this unforgettable performance - grab your tickets now and get ready to sing along!

Courtyard Theatre
1pm performance - £8 per ticket
7pm performance - £18 per ticket

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•  13 May from £8
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A brand new theatre show featuring unique swing style arrangements of songs from global artists such as Queen, The Rolling Stones, George Michael, Bob Dylan, Radiohead, Prince, Bee Gees, Tom Jones, Rick Astley and more.

You can also expect a few classics from Sinatra and co along the way! The live show is fun, full of energy and will have you singing from your seats. Featuring a fabulous band of top big and musicians!

Following a run of sold out shows and touring the globe, Andrew Bourn brings his own unique charm and charisma to the Courtyard stage. He exudes the classic style and panache of the greatest artists of the genre.

Andrew first won hearts in 2014 when he came fourth on ITV's Britain’s Got Talent as part of swing group Jack Pack. Andrew had a fantastic global adventure including a top ten album and performing alongside artists such as Katy Perry, Take That and Jessie J. The band enjoyed multiple TV appearances (Xtra Factor, Strictly Come Dancing, Sunday night at the Palladium) and live radio performances (Graham Norton, Terry Wogan and Ken Bruce).

Andrew has had the honour of singing for and meeting HM King Charles III at the Royal Palaces. He has delivered ‘bucket list’ shows at both The Royal Albert Hall and Proms in the Park, performing at the latter for an audience of 50,000.

'A wonderful evening, thank you' HRH King Charles III

'An outstanding performance' Simon Cowell

‘You sounded like Frank’ Adam Lambert

Courtyard Theatre
£25

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•  13 Jun from £25

From the tradition and avant-garde of flamenco culture, this dance performance is theatrically woven together, accompanied by traditional flamenco musicians.

Expressed through the depth of the seguiriya, the femininity of the guajira, the intensity of the farruca, and the rhythms of the jaleos and bulerías.

In a world filled with internal dialogues and an excess of noise and information, are we truly in control of our decisions? Often, we are overwhelmed by anxiety, hindering our mental calm. As a result, there arises a need to reflect on the value of silence in our society, in a flamenco piece full of passion, strength, and elegance.

Notable for her strong expression, sense of rhythm, elegance and high level of physical and multidisciplinary abilities. Rebeca has been nominated in the Dancer category at the Seville Stages Awards 2024 for her recent production of flamenco roots and at the same time avant-garde Silences, which filled two nights at the Teatro La Fundición in Seville.

In her short artistic career, she has had the privilege of being nominated by the Embassy of Spain to represent flamenco art with her company in every corner of the world, performing in countries such as China, Bhutan, India, Ethiopia or Trinidad and Tobago. Highlights include Teatros del Canal (Madrid), Watford Palace Theatre (London), National Opera (Armenia), Montreux Dance Festival (Switzerland), National Theatre National Opera (Armenia), National Theatre of Performing Arts (Trinidad and Tobago).

She stood out in important productions such as A mi manera with the flamenco company Teatro Flamenco La Tati and as a solo dancer at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. She is currently immersed in the production of Kalasetu in London, a show that fuses traditional flamenco art with classical Indian music and dance. Her passion and versatility have established her as a leading figure in the current flamenco scene.

Courtyard Theatre
£18

Rebeca's website

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•  27 Jun