Leyburn Arts And Community Centre

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After the sudden death of her father Helen loses herself in the memories of their time birding together and turns to falconry to navigate her profound loss. An intimate journey of resilience and healing. Starring Claire Foy, Brendan Gleeson, Denise Gough

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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In this classic 1960s romantic comedy, a young New York socialite becomes interested in a young man who moves into her apartment building but her past threatens to get in the way. Starring Audrey Hepburn, George Peppard, Patricia Neal

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Christopher Hampton

based on the novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos

directed by Marianne Elliott

BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin.

Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte de Valmont, they turn seduction into strategy and weaponise desire. But when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the battle between them threatens to destroy everyone in their path.

Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Marianne Elliott (Angels in America) directs this thrilling game of love, lies, and social warfare.

Running time: 2hrs 30m (tbc)

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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A World War II psychiatrist evaluates Nazi leaders before the Nuremberg trials, becoming increasingly obsessed with understanding evil as he develops a disturbing bond with Hermann Goring. Starring Remi Malek, Russell Crowe, Michael Shannon

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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Having originated as an interval performance during the 1994 Eurovision Song Contest, Riverdance has gone on to become a worldwide phenomenon. This 25th Anniversary production is a powerful and stirring reinvention of the show, celebrated the world over for its Grammy Award-winning music and the thrilling energy and passion of its Irish and international dance. See the close-ups, the amazingly fast feet, the expressions and emotions of the dancers and musicians, and the creative camera angles that show the work more intimately and revealingly than is possible for an audience sitting in the stalls. A brief documentary detailing the history of Riverdance precedes the show.

Running time: 2hrs (inc 12m interval)

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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The year is 1993. The BBC cameras haven't arrived yet. A hundred thousand people are in a Somerset field completely unobserved, completely themselves. Capturing the real festival, not the headline acts, but the stone circle at sunrise, the wandering poets.....Raffle to win numerous dvd box sets and sound track CDs plus a couple of original quad posters!

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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Waitress Amélie works in a Paris café, living alone in her own imaginative world. Her quest to spread joy to others and to lend fate a helping hand leads her on a journey during which she finds true love. Starring Audrey Tatou, Mathieu Kassovitz, Rufus

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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In Aida, Verdi masterfully pits the intimate affairs of the heart against the grandeur of the universe: where kingdoms rise and fall and the sands of time grind onwards. There could be no grander setting for such an opera than Sydney Harbour itself, awash with the light of the city and the Sydney Opera House silhouetted against the setting sun.

Running time: 2hrs 36m (inc 15 mins interval)

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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Two music-loving and quirky pals down on their luck embark on a road trip in order to collect a box of priceless records and save their record store from closure, experiencing various chaotic adventures on the way. Starring Tara Lynne O’Neill, Brenock O’Connor, Owen Colgan

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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In this classic Hitchcock thriller a New York City advertising executive goes on the run after being mistaken for a government agent by a group of foreign spies - then falls for a woman whose loyalties he begins to doubt. Starring Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint, James Mason (The first of our Audience Choices - hope you enjoy it!)

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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Elvis sings and tells his story like never before in this new cinematic experience from visionary film-maker Baz Luhrmann. Featuring never-before-seen footage and recordings. Starring Elvis Presley, James Burton, Glen D Hardin

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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The film is based on the National Emergency Briefing in Westminster (featured by ITV, Channel 4 and The Times). It features a line-up of experts, including Chris Packham, leading scientists, a former general, and Jennifer Saunders, discussing the urgent need for action against climate and nature breakdown. The film aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the crisis and the potential solutions to address it.

After the film screening there will be a short open discussion about what it means for our community and what we can do locally. We will be inviting various local influential people to join us.

Film Running time: 50 minutes following by discussion

Complimentary tea/coffee will be available

The event is free but donations would be welcomed.

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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This year, André Rieu celebrates a spectacular milestone — the 20th anniversary of his iconic summer concerts on the magnificent Vrijthof square. Captured live in his beloved hometown, this brand-new cinema event marks two decades of music and unforgettable magical summer nights. Viva Maastricht! is a joyful tribute to the city where it all began. Joined by his world- renowned Johann Strauss Orchestra and a vibrant ensemble of artists, André brings the spirit, culture, and warmth of his hometown to life in a dazzling new concert filled with

emotion and wonder. From timeless waltzes to soul-stirring classics, this landmark anniversary concert promises an evening of passion, joy, and togetherness. Be part of this historic celebration as the Vrijthof once again transforms into a breathtaking open-air ballroom — only in cinemas this summer.

Running time: 2hrs 45m (inc 15m interval)

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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This Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour production, directed by Chen Shi-Zheng, is known for its lavish sets, including a 25-meter dragon and a 20-meter pagoda, and its use of contemporary cinema and Chinese acrobatics. The production features a cast of world-class singers, including Dragana Radakovic as Turandot and Riccardo Massi as Calaf, and is known for its powerful rendition of “Nessun Dorma”.

Running time : 2hrs 11m (inc 15 mins interval)

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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Verdi’s hugely popular La Traviata returns to the Sydney Harbour water stage featuring a breath-taking soaring 9 metre high, 3.5 ton chandelier covered in 10,000 shimmering Swarovski crystals. This glamorous production was captured on location on Sydney Harbour in 2021 in front of a sold out audience. La Traviata features timeless romantic arias, lively choreography, beautiful costumes and spectacular fireworks.

Running time: 2hrs 25m (inc 15 mins interval)

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Molière’s classic dark comedy.

Telling the truth isn’t always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern society. But the more she challenges those around her, the fiercer the backlash becomes. Soon, she must confront the price of speaking her truth in a world that would rather silence her.

Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Indhu Rubasingham directs Martin Crimp’s (Cyrano de Bergerac) highly anticipated play.

Running time: 2hrs 30m (tbc)

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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Tate Britain is holding the first major retrospective of Whistler in three decades (exhibition dates: 21 May- 27 September). This blockbuster exhibition promises to reawaken the world to just how important Whistler is to art history, uniting world-famous masterpieces with rarely seen works. Exhibition on Screen will bring these stunning works and the incredible story behind them to cinemas around the world while the exhibition is still running, bringing this truly global artist to a global audience. This will be an unmissable chance to get to know this visually spectacular artist and the influence he has had on those who followed.

Running time: 1hr 30m

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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Pierre-Auguste Renoir is one of the world’s favourite artists, a founding member of the Impressionist movement and a constantly evolving artist. With exclusive access to the National Gallery’s new exciting show of the same name (3 October 2026 – 31 January 2027), Exhibition on Screen will bring Renoir’s world class works to cinema audiences. Be transported back to a Parisian summer of love through the eyes of a true visionary. An unmissable opportunity to fall in love with Renoir this winter.

​Running time: 1hr 30m

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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To celebrate Tate Britain’s blockbuster Monet and Time exhibition, Exhibition on Screen is delighted to bring the iconic story of Claude Monet to cinema screens in May 2027. It will be an unmissable opportunity for audiences to be dazzled by Monet’s spectacular and revolutionary use of light and colour and marvel at one of the world’s favourite artists.

Running time: 1hr 30m

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Leyburn Arts And Community Centre, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL

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In 1990s Iraq 9-year old Lamia has been selected to prepare a cake to celebrate the President's birthday. In a landscape of fear and scarcity, she sets out on a determined journey in search of eggs, flour, and sugar. Starring Baneen Ahmad Nayyef, Waheed Thabet Khreibat, Sajad Mohamad Qasem.

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THE PRESIDENT’S CAKE, The Old School House, Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5DL