Some of the dates and times are tentative and may be liable to change without notice.
MET OPERA AGIPPINA (TBA)
THURSDAY 13TH AUGUST 4pm
As the imperious title empress, mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato leads the Met premiere of Handel’s tale of deception and deceit. Harry Bicket conducts Sir David McVicar’s wry new production, which gives this Baroque black comedy a politically charged, modern updating.
THURSDAY 13TH AUGUST 4pm
As the imperious title empress, mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato leads the Met premiere of Handel’s tale of deception and deceit. Harry Bicket conducts Sir David McVicar’s wry new production, which gives this Baroque black comedy a politically charged, modern updating.
MILITARY WIVES (M) 112min - 9th Aug
The Full Monty director Peter Cattaneo recruits A-listers Kristin Scott Thomas and Sharon Horgan to lead this inspiring drama about the bravery of the women of war, and the power of the music that saved them. The life of a military wife can be thankless. Separated from loved ones, their suffering and sacrifice go unnoticed while they live with the dread of a fateful knock on the door. But Kate (Kristin Scott Thomas), finds freedom in song and persuades a ragtag group of women on the base to form the Military Wives Choir. Finding their voice together, the misfit choir put two fingers up to stuffy military tradition and their own personal differences. As friendships flourish, even the sceptical rebel and rocker Lisa (Sharon Horgan), is transformed by the choir’s friendship, humour and courage. Inspired by a true-life global phenomenon, Military Wives portrays ordinary women in unbelievably testing circumstances, who find courage in the cathartic power of singing together. The luminous cast belts out pop hits and rock anthems, empowering everyone to overcome their fears together.
The Full Monty director Peter Cattaneo recruits A-listers Kristin Scott Thomas and Sharon Horgan to lead this inspiring drama about the bravery of the women of war, and the power of the music that saved them. The life of a military wife can be thankless. Separated from loved ones, their suffering and sacrifice go unnoticed while they live with the dread of a fateful knock on the door. But Kate (Kristin Scott Thomas), finds freedom in song and persuades a ragtag group of women on the base to form the Military Wives Choir. Finding their voice together, the misfit choir put two fingers up to stuffy military tradition and their own personal differences. As friendships flourish, even the sceptical rebel and rocker Lisa (Sharon Horgan), is transformed by the choir’s friendship, humour and courage. Inspired by a true-life global phenomenon, Military Wives portrays ordinary women in unbelievably testing circumstances, who find courage in the cathartic power of singing together. The luminous cast belts out pop hits and rock anthems, empowering everyone to overcome their fears together.
CENTENNIAL Was 12 NOVEMBER
Thanks to all who came and enjoyed the day it was a great success
Our thanks go to Rangitikei District Council for the grant towards the costs of the Centennial
Wanganui Community Foundation for the grant for research on the Theatre so a book can be published.
We would also like to acknowledge the following for all the grants, donations and support - Powerco, Pub Charities, Coggs, Lotteries, Dudding Trust and of course the many donations from the many supporters of the community and friends of the theatre to help fund the digital and Restoration of the Theatre
Thanks to all who came and enjoyed the day it was a great success
Our thanks go to Rangitikei District Council for the grant towards the costs of the Centennial
Wanganui Community Foundation for the grant for research on the Theatre so a book can be published.
We would also like to acknowledge the following for all the grants, donations and support - Powerco, Pub Charities, Coggs, Lotteries, Dudding Trust and of course the many donations from the many supporters of the community and friends of the theatre to help fund the digital and Restoration of the Theatre
A FEW PHOTOS OF THE CENTENNIAL 12 Nov 2017
