Empire Cinemas brings big stage productions to the big screen for its November line-up of arts and live performance screenings, including:
· Royal Opera House – Carmen Quadruple Bill Live
· National Theatre Live – Of Mice And Men
· MET Opera – Lulu
The Empire Extra programme from Empire Cinemas, brings an eclectic mix of live performances to the big screen and this November sees an exhilarating line-up of live theatre, world-class opera and unmissable ballet. Every month, the innovative programme delivers the UK’s best theatre, feature films, music, arts and opera straight to the screens of local cinemas, offering a wide range of exciting content for customers, beyond the standard movie releases. This November, cinemagoers and arts fans can experience screenings of; Royal Opera House – Carmen Quadruple Bill Live, National Theatre Live – Of Mice and Men, MET Opera – Lulu; and finally Branagh Theatre Live – The Winter’s Tale.
Royal Opera House – Carmen Quadruple Bill Live
Released 12 November 2015
Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1FT2EzW
One of The Royal Opera’s best loved stagings, regularly revived since its opening night in 1974, is now being seen for the very last time. John Copley’s keen stagecraft and loving attention to period and dramatic detail make his production of Carmen Quadruple Bill a masterpiece of realism. Several of today’s greatest opera stars return to bid farewell to this sublime staging, notably Anna Netrebko as Mimì, and Joseph Calleja as her lover, Rodolfo. Israeli conductor Dan Ettinger conducts one of Puccini’s most emotional and melodious scores, in a revival that promises to go down in Royal Opera history.
National Theatre Live – Of Mice and Men
Released 19 November 2015
Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1RtAUTH
The hit Broadway production Of Mice and Men, filmed on stage in New York by National Theatre Live, comes to UK cinema screens. John Steinbeck’s classic play is a powerful portrait of the American spirit and a heart-breaking testament to the bonds of friendship. Viewers can expect a star studded cast including Golden Globe® winner and Academy Award® nominee James Franco and Tony Award® nominee Chris O’Dowd.
MET Opera – Lulu
Released 21 November 2015
Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1L61bTs
Acclaimed artist and director William Kentridge (The Nose) applies his unique theatrical vision to Berg’s notorious femme fatale who shatters lives, including her own. Musically, the masterful score is in the sure hands of Met Music Director James Levine. Soprano Marlis Petersen has excited audiences around the world with her portrayal of the tour-de-force title role, a wild journey of love, obsession, and death. Susan Graham joins a winning cast, including Daniel Brenna and Johan Reuter.
Branagh Theatre Live: The Winter’s Tale
Released 26 November 2015
Ticket link: http://bit.ly/1VEJL5A
The first season of the Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company Live promises an exceptional series of plays from London’s Garrick Theatre, broadcast to cinemas over the course of a year. Kicking off the season is The Winter’s Tale; Shakespeare’s timeless tragicomedy of obsession and redemption; reimagined in a new production co-directed by Rob Ashford and Kenneth Branagh. The Winter’s Tale will star a remarkable group of actors, featuring Dame Judi Dench as Paulina and Tom Bateman as Florizel.
Jon Nutton, Marketing Director of Empire Cinemas, said: “Empire Cinemas strives to offer an exciting and diverse range of content to our customers. Through Empire Extra, cinemagoers can experience the excitement of live events and stage productions in the comfort of their local cinema. Film fanatics and arts lovers will be treated this November to four amazing screenings of ballet, opera and theatre; with stunning performances from the likes of James Franco and Dame Judi Dench.”
For further ticketing information visit www.EmpireCinemas.co.uk or call 08714 714 714.