Directed by Idris Elba and set in '70s Kingston and '80s Hackney, Yardie centres on the life of a young Jamaican man named D (Aml Ameen), who has never fully recovered from the murder, committed during his childhood, of his older brother Jerry Dread (Everaldo Creary). D grows up under the wing of a Kingston Don and music producer named King Fox (Sheldon Shepherd). Fox dispatches him to London, where he reconnects with his childhood sweetheart, Yvonne (Shantol Jackson), and…
Friday 14 September - 28 October 2018. Showcasing the most innovative and exciting craft practice in the UK today, the Woman’s Hour Craft Prize exhibition from the V&A marks the 70th anniversary of BBC Woman’s Hour. A collaboration between the V&A, BBC Radio 4 and the Crafts Council, this is the most comprehensive prize of its kind. Ceramicist Phoebe Cummings was named the winner on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour broadcast live from the V&A on 8 November 2017. She…
Based on a play of the same name by Anton Chekhov. Starring Annette Bening, Saoirse Ronan and Elisabeth Moss. The Seagull tells the story of an aging actress named Irina Arkadina pays summer visits to her brother Pjotr Nikolayevich Sorin and her son Konstantin on a country estate. On one occasion, she brings Trigorin, a successful novelist, with her. Nina, a free and innocent girl on a neighboring estate, falls in love with Boris Trigorin. As Trigorin lightly consumes…
American drama film directed by John Carroll Lynch from a screenplay by Logan Sparks and Drago Sumonja. Lucky (Harry Dean Stanton) is an old US Navy veteran of rigid habits and attitudes in a small town. When his routine is interrupted by a sudden collapse at home, Lucky finds himself realising that his remarkably healthy old age is going to face an inevitable decline and he has to accept it. In that difficult reassessment, Lucky must face up to what…
American Animals is the unbelievable but entirely true story of four young men who attempt to execute one of the most audacious art heists in U.S. history. Spencer (Barry Keoghan), is determined to become an artist but feels he lacks the essential ingredient that unites all great artists – suffering. His closest friend, Warren (Evan Peters), has also been raised to believe that his life will be special, and that he will be unique in some way. Determined to live…
Now in its second year, The Cumberland & Westmorland Herald will host its popular Over 50s Show again at Rheged on Saturday 22nd September, following the hugely successful inaugural event in 2017. Attracting hundreds of visitors, this popular show brings together a range of local businesses under one roof covering health, travel, crafts, hobbies, future planning, food, finance and much more, all curated by our favourite local newspaper. Although primarily aimed at the over 50s, the range of products and…
No-one believed Luis’s dad when he said he’d been attacked by an alien. And growing up with an obsessed Ufo-logist for a father hasn’t been easy for 12-year-old Luis, either. But then three crazy aliens crash their ship right in front of Luis, and finally he’s got the proof his dad needs to show the world he’s not crazy. The problem is, if Luis tells his dad, he’ll blast the aliens with his homemade but if he doesn’t, Luis risks…
They say she was beautiful. A dream. But for all her good looks, she was also a killer. Spitfire is an epic, sweeping tale of determination, vision and courage. It is the story of an aeroplane that was forged in competition, shaped as the war clouds gathered, and refined in the white heat of combat – going on to become the most famous fighter plane ever made.
By William Shakespeare ★★★★★ ‘Ian McKellen reigns supreme in this triumphant production.’ (Daily Telegraph) Broadcast live from London’s West End, see Ian McKellen’s ‘extraordinarily moving portrayal’ (Independent) of King Lear in cinemas. Chichester Festival Theatre’s production received five-star reviews for its sell-out run, and transfers to the West End for a limited season. Jonathan Munby directs this ‘nuanced and powerful’ (The Times) contemporary retelling of Shakespeare’s tender, violent, moving and shocking play. Considered by many to be the greatest tragedy…
**Please note this event has been postponed. Due to the recent publication of the Agriculture Bill, the RGS (with IBG North West) have taken the decision to postpone the event slightly in order that they can refer to the Bill during the event, from Friday 28 September 3pm - 5.30pm to Thursday 1 November 3pm - 5.30pm** At a time of great political upheaval, the RGS NW asks: What does Brexit mean for the uplands? Our precious uplands areas face challenges…
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