Mr. Turner is a 2014 biographical drama film based on the last 25 years of the life of artist J. M. W. Turner (1775–1851). Written and directed by Mike Leigh, the film stars Timothy Spall in the title role.The film depicts the last quarter-century of the British painter J. M. W. Turner's life. Profoundly affected by the death of his father, loved by his housekeeper, Hannah Danby, whom he takes for granted and occasionally uses [read more…]
Puccini's Madama Butterfly by The Royal Opera. Its alluring imagery of Japan from the 19th-century European Imagination heightens the intense clash of East and West. When the American naval officer Pinkerton seduces the young Butterfly Cio-Cio-San, he seems to promise every happiness but his cruel abandonment leads to her tragic self-sacrifice. Refreshments served.
Nomadland is a 2020 American drama film starring Frances McDormand as a van dwelling working nomad who leaves her hometown after her husband dies and the sole industry closes down, to be "houseless" and travel around the USA. David Strathairn also stars in a supporting role. The film won 6 Oscars in 2021, including Best Picture. Age Rated 12
Nomadland is a 2020 American drama film starring Frances McDormand as a van dwelling working nomad who leaves her hometown after her husband dies and the sole industry closes down, to be "houseless" and travel around the USA. David Strathairn also stars in a supporting role. The film won 6 Oscars in 2021, including Best Picture. Age Rated 12
Contact Nicola for tickets: email [email protected] or phone 824137Over the last 40 years, Charles Guard has made many videos about the history and culture of the Isle of Man. In this illustrated talk Charles recalls some of the more amusing events that have occurred and gives an insight into the problems and pitfalls of the filming process from helicopters to drones
Rushen Silver Band return to the Erin Arts Centre for their annual version of the Last Night of the Proms. Expect rousing anthems, and possibly even a surprise conductor. This year's special guest soloist is the wonderful Jane Mayne.Tickets will sell fast!
Legends of the Blues delves into the fascinating lives and incredible music of the early pioneers of the blues.This friendly event features a fun and informative illustrated talk by TEDx Speaker and musician John Gregory aka Blue John - plus plenty of live music.It will uncover the true stories of the African American musicians whose music continues to resonate with millions around the globe.The talk is suitable for anyone with a love of history and/or [read more…]
Tholtan Theatricals and Caarjyn Cooidjagh present 'At the Season’s Edge’How do we live on the edge of change?An evening of original Manx drama and song.Features Cori Philips’s new short comedy for Culture Vannin, 'Our Loch-y Charm'.(Set in 1863, the play considers how the newly-appointed Governor might have persuaded the resistant Manx to look towards a different future, twenty-first-century style.)And the premiere of Annie Kissack’s one-act play for Culture Vannin, 'The In-Between Times.'(It is a May [read more…]
