The Plaza Presents:

A Christmas Carol

Directed by Jacqui Morris and David Morris

Voice Cast:

Simon Russell Beale, Martin Freeman, Carey Mulligan, Daniel Kaluuya, Andy Serkis, Siân Phillips, Leslie Caron

A Victorian family prepares a paper theatre for a performance of A Christmas Carol. The audience enters the imagination of one of the children and quickly, the cardboard stage transforms to reveal a magical world containing real dancers and stylised sets. 

The classic tale unfolds in a rich tapestry of highly absorbing, theatrical drama featuring sumptuous visual effects inspired by the techniques of early cinema. In a daring twist of format, characters are portrayed by dancers and voiced by an eclectic cast of the world’s most recognisable actors.

The mix of danced action and spoken narration brings fresh dimension to Dickens’ characters and poetic language, whilst remaining true to the beauty of the author’s original narrative.

Thursday 18th December

7:40pm

This film is rated as “PG” – Parental Guidance, Suitable for General Viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.

ALL SEATS £4.00

When Santa comes down with a sickness, Rubble steps up to rescue the holiday spirit while racing against Mayor Humdinger's sneaky plan to swipe everyone's gifts.

Stars Voices of Luke Dietz & Lucien Duncan-Reid

This film is rated as “U” – Universal, Suitable for All.

This holiday season, the magic begins on the big screen.

Join André Rieu for his 2025 Christmas Concert – “Merry Christmas” and experience joyful carols, beautiful waltzes,

and plenty of surprises – it’s the ultimate Christmas cinema event!

With his fabulous Johann Strauss Orchestra, and special guests including the sensational Emma Kok and over 400 brass players bringing the majestic sound of Christmas, André’s concert is bursting with warmth, laughter, and holiday cheer.

Christmas is André’s favourite time of year - and he can’t wait to share this spectacular concert with you, at The Plaza!

Sunday 7th December

2pm

Tickets £12

*Includes 15 Minute Interval

Santa's clumsy son Arthur sets out on a mission with Grandsanta to give out a misplaced present to a young girl in less than two hours on Christmas Day.

Directors

Barry Cook; Sarah Smith

Writers

Peter Baynham; Sarah Smith

Stars

James McAvoy; Hugh Laurie; Bill Nighy

This film is rated as “U” – Universal, Suitable for All.

The Plaza is proud to present Ben Wheatley's new film BULK.

For this screening we are lucky to have Ben with us for a Q&A post the screening.

Synopsis

A scientist's string theory experiment goes wrong when his brane explodes. Corey Harlan must find him and the brane's core in a mysterious house where doors lead to other worlds, guided by the dimensional being Aclima.

Director

Ben Wheatley

Writer

Ben Wheatley

Stars

Alexandra Maria Lara; Mark Monero; Sam Riley

The Rating of this film is 15, only those 15 years old and above may attend this screening. Photographic ID will be required to confirm age.

Doors 7pm

Starts 8pm

Q&A 9:30pm

Join us for the Classic Holiday Romance film:

Bell, Book and Candle (1958)

In the late 1950s, Gillian Holroyd (Kim Novak) is a modern-day witch living in New York City's Greenwich Village. When she encounters charming publisher Shepherd Henderson (James Stewart), she decides to make him hers by casting a love spell. Gillian takes added pleasure in doing so because Henderson is engaged to her old college rival (Janice Rule). However, Gillian finds herself actually falling for Shepherd, which poses a problem: She will lose her powers if she falls in love.

Director

Richard Quine

Writers

Daniel Taradash; John Van Druten

Stars

James Stewart; Kim Novak; Jack Lemmon

This film is rated as “U” – Universal, Suitable for All.

Q&A with Jay Glennie followed by Screening of

Quentin Tarantino's "Once Upon A Time In Hollywood"

For the first time ever Academy Award winning filmmaker Quentin Tarantino has granted renowned and respected journalist and author Jay Glennie (One Shot: The Making of Deer Hunter, Raging Bull: The Making of) unique access revealing the never-before-told behind-the-scenes making of one of the most iconic films of all time, Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood.

Jay Glennie brings his expertise, experience, and incisive writing to this unique volume, pulling back the curtain on the visionary writer/director/producer’s ninth film, with unprecedented access to the filmmaker, cast, and crew. This epic tome is a stunning and faithful deep dive into the mind of a masterful auteur and a must-have book for all film lovers and Quentin Tarantino fans.

OUT NOW FROM TITAN BOOKS

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As Hollywood's Golden Age is winding down during the summer of 1969, television actor Rick Dalton and his stunt double Cliff Booth endeavor to achieve lasting success in Hollywood while meeting several colorful characters along the way.

Director

Quentin Tarantino

Writer

Quentin Tarantino

Stars

Leonardo Di; CaprioBrad Pitt; Margot Robbie

Saturday 17th January 2026

Doors Open 6:30pm

Q&A at 7:30pm

Film Screening 8:00pm

Tickets only £5.90

It’s A Wonderful Life is back for our Annual Christmas Special on Saturday 6th December, from 7pm! 🎄

🔔 Join us for Frank Capra’s Christmas Classic on the Big Screen, with Christmas Advert Reel; Christmas Carols; Mince Pies; Mulled Wine; & Raffle to get you geared up for the festive season 🔔

🎟️ Tickets on sale Monday 6th October from 6pm, Available at the Box Office or Online Via Skiddle 🎟️

Tickets: £4 (Online Booking Fees Apply)

(Confirmation and e-tickets sent via email)

(Online Tickets though Skiddle & Plaza Online)

Doors - 6:00pm

Evening Starts - 7:00pm

Evening Finishes - 10:00pm

Film Synopsis:

George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all - and it's Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashback. As George is about to jump from a bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence - who then shows George what his town would have looked like if it hadn't been for all his good deeds over the years.

The life and the incredible career of Christy Martin, the most successful female boxer of the 1990s.

Director David Michôd

Writers Mirrah Foulkes, Katherine Fugate & David Michôd

Stars Sydney Sweeney, Ben Foster & Merritt Wever

This film is rated as “15” – Suitable only for those 15 Years and Over. No one under the age of 15 can watch this film.

*Photographic ID will be required if young people are attending to confirm age, entry will be refused if not provided. [Passport/Driver’s License/Citizenship Card/Post Office ID/YOTI ID/Lloyds ID].

Join us for this Christmas Classic!

A New York City cop, John McClane, tries to save his estranged wife and several others taken hostage by terrorists during a Christmas Eve party at the Nakatomi Plaza Skyscraper in Los Angeles, California.

Director

John McTiernan

Writers

Roderick Thorp; Jeb Stuart; Steven E. de Souza

Stars

Bruce Willis; Bonnie Bedelia; Reginald VelJohnson; Alan Rickman

This film is rated as “15” – Suitable only for those 15 Years and Over. No one under the age of 15 can watch this film.

*Photographic ID will be required if young people are attending to confirm age, entry will be refused if not provided.

[Passport/Driver’s License/Citizenship Card/Post Office ID/YOTI ID/Lloyds ID].

n an afterlife where souls have one week to decide where to spend eternity, Joan is faced with the impossible choice between the man she spent her life with and her first love, who died young and has waited decades for her to arrive.

Director David Freyne

Writers Patrick Cunnane & David Freyne

Stars Miles Teller,Elizabeth Olsen & Callum Turner

This film is rated as “15” – Suitable only for those 15 Years and Over. No one under the age of 15 can watch this film.

*Photographic ID will be required if young people are attending to confirm age, entry will be refused if not provided. [Passport/Driver’s License/Citizenship Card/Post Office ID/YOTI ID/Lloyds ID].

Joey Triviani is bringing The Soon To Be Infamous Quiz Nights, to The Plaza Cinema!

These quiz nights are more than just trivia, with a mix of creativity; humour and community spirit, you'll experience an interactive quiz that celebrates good vibes, great company, and a healthy dose of riendly competition.

So if you thik you know your Clooney from your Carrey or your Bond from your Bambino, then charge your phones fro the one smartphone quiz to rule them all!

Saturday 24th January

Doors 7pm

Quiz Starts 8pm

Tickets £7

Prize for 1st Place £100

This event is an over 18's only smartphone quiz, with games, challenges & raffle. No one under the age of 18 can attend this event.

*Photographic ID will be required to confirm, entry will  be refused if not provided. [Passport/Driver’s License/Citizenship Card/Post Office ID/YOTI ID/Lloyds ID].

One year after the events at Freddy Fazbear's, Abby's attempt to reconnect with her old animatronic friends sets off a terrifying chain of events that uncovers some dark secrets in this horror sequel.

Director Emma Tammi

Writer Scott Cawthon

Stars Josh Hutcherson, Elizabeth Lail & Piper Rubio

This film is rated as “15” – Suitable only for those 15 Years and Over. No one under the age of 15 can watch this film.

*Photographic ID will be required if young people are attending to confirm age, entry will be refused if not provided. [Passport/Driver’s License/Citizenship Card/Post Office ID/YOTI ID/Lloyds ID].

On the outskirts of Whoville lives a green, revenge-seeking Grinch who plans to ruin Christmas for all of the citizens of the town.

Director

Ron Howard

Writers

Dr. Seuss; Jeffrey Price; Peter S. Seaman

Stars

Jim Carrey; Taylor Momsen; Kelley

This film is rated as “PG” – Parental Guidance, Suitable for General Viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.

A father vows to get his son a Turbo Man action figure for Christmas. However, every store is sold out, and he must travel all over town and compete with everybody else in order to find one.

Director

Brian Levant

Writer

Randy Kornfield

Stars

Arnold Schwarzenegger; Sinbad; Phil Hartman

This film is rated as “PG” – Parental Guidance, Suitable for General Viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.

Follows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London, England.

Director

Richard Curtis

Writer

Richard Curtis

Stars

Bill Nighy; Gregor Fisher; Rory MacGregor and More!

This film is rated as “15” – Suitable only for those 15 Years and Over. No one under the age of 15 can watch this film.

*Photographic ID will be required if young people are attending to confirm age, entry will be refused if not provided.

[Passport/Driver’s License/Citizenship Card/Post Office ID/YOTI ID/Lloyds ID].

We round off our retro series of films for 2025 with the first Christmas Specials announcement. This year’s 1980s Christmas film is the classic, Trading Places (15) on Saturday 13th December.

Trading Places is a 1983 comedy film directed by John Landis. Starring Dan Aykroyd, Eddie Murphy and an all star cast, the film tells the story of an upper-class commodities broker and a poor street hustler whose lives cross when they are unwittingly made the subjects of an elaborate bet to test how each man will perform when their life circumstances are swapped.

Nick Gartland DJ will be on warm up before the main film with an 80s themed DJ set. Christmas Jumpers optional!

There will be a bar and a food bank collection on the night.

Doors Open: 6:45pm

DJ Nick Gartland: 7:00pm

Film: 8:00pm

This film is rated as “15” – Suitable only for those 15 Years and Over. No one under the age of 15 can watch this film.

*Photographic ID will be required if young people are attending to confirm age, entry will be refused if not provided.

[Passport/Driver’s License/Citizenship Card/Post Office ID/YOTI ID/Lloyds ID].

We round off our retro series of films for 2025 with the second announcement at the Plaza Community Cinema on Saturday 20th December.

We are excited to announce a special morning screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol (U) for our Plaza 90s Christmas Family Special.

The Muppet Christmas Carol is a 1992 American Christmas musical film produced and directed by Brian Henson. The film stars Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge alongside the Muppets.

Nick Gartland will be on warm up before the main film with an Christmas themed DJ set. Christmas Jumpers optional!

Doors: 9:45am

DJ Nick Gartland: 10:00am

Film: 10:30am

This film is rated as “U” – Universal, Suitable for All.

The Plaza in association with Lavendar Nights presents A Queer Film Night: Carol.

18+

Wednesday 3rd December 7:30pm

Tickets £4.00

(Online Booking Fee 70p per ticket)

An aspiring photographer develops an intimate relationship with an older woman in 1950s New York.

There will be a alcoholic bar available for this screening.

Doors Open: 6:30pm

This film is rated as “18” – Adults Only, Suitable only for those 18 Years and Over. No one under the age of 18 can watch this film.

*Photographic ID will be required to confirm, entry will  be refused if not provided.

[Passport/Driver’s License/Citizenship Card/Post Office ID/YOTI ID/Lloyds ID].

The Royal Ballet & Opera Cinema Season presents...

The Nutcracker

Ballet and dance

Journey into a magical kingdom and watch Peter Wright’s enchanting production of The Nutcracker live in cinemas from Wednesday 10 December 2025.

The magician Herr Drosselmeyer needs to save his nephew. Hans-Peter has been transformed into a

Nutcracker; the only way to save him is for the Nutcracker to defeat the Mouse King and find a girl to

love and care for him. A flicker of hope comes in the form of the young Clara, whom Drosselmeyer

meets at a Christmas party. With some magic, a cosy Christmas gathering turns into a marvellous

adventure.

Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker has enchanted audiences since its 1984 premiere by the Company.

Featuring Tchaikovsky’s most familiar melodies and brought to life by Julia Trevelyan Oman’s

exquisite designs, The Nutcracker is sure to be a festive firecracker for all ages.

Wednesday 10th December 2025

Doors Open 6:30pm

Show Commences 7:15pm

Sunday 14th December 2025

Doors Open 1:30pm

Show Commences 2:00pm

Tickets £12

This performance is approximatley 2 hours 25 minutes with one interval.

Bar Facilities available.

SpongeBob journeys to the ocean's depths to face the Flying Dutchman's ghost, encountering challenges and uncovering marine mysteries.

Director

Derek Drymon

Writers

Pam Brady; Matt Lieberman; Marc Ceccarelli

Stars

Carolyn Lawrence; Mr. Lawrence; Mark Hamill

This film is rated as “PG” – Parental Guidance, Suitable for General Viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.

Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home causes confusion.

Director

Henry Selick

Writers

Tim Burton; Michael McDowell; Caroline Thompson

Stars

Danny Elfman; Chris Sarandon; Catherine O'Hara

This film is rated as “PG” – Parental Guidance, Suitable for General Viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.

Cosy up in your festive PJ’s and enjoy this Christmas-Classic with a Hot Chocolate at The Plaza Cinema!

Late on Christmas Eve, after the town has gone to sleep, a boy boards the mysterious train that waits for him–The Polar Express. When the boy arrives at the North Pole, Santa Claus offers him any gift he desires. The boy asks only for a bell from the harness of Santa’s reindeer. But on the way home, the bell is lost. Christmas morning, the boy finds the bell under the Christmas tree, and when he shakes it, the bell makes the most beautiful sound he’s ever heard. His mother admires the bell, but she laments that it is broken … for, you see, only a true believer can hear the sound of the bell.

All Tickets £6 and include a Delicious Hot Chocolate!*

*Hot Chocolate to be collected from the kiosk, this can be swapped for any Hot Drink / Canned Drink / Fruit Shoot / Water.

This film is rated as “U” – Universal, Suitable for All.

Set between the wars, a French archeologist travels to Eryri National Park (North Wales) to study the ancient standing stones but gets far more than he bargained for....

When an ancient artefact is unearthed, its owner 'The Vadan' awakes from its subterranean slumber and endeavours to retrieve its pocession.

Created in the folk horror sub genre, The Vadan is shot in black and white and with no dialogue- Story written by Mike Badger who also plays the lead role. Directed by Mike's son Ray Badger and features Kiera Wilde as 'The Vadan'

The soundtrack was created by Ray Badger and is accompanied with traditional and authentic music from the era.

Generator Films 2025

Screening and Q&A with Ray & Mike Badger

Friday 5th December

7:30pm Doors

8:00pm Vadan

8:45pm Break

9:00pm Q&A

9:30pm Finish

This film is rated as “PG” – Parental Guidance, Suitable for General Viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.

Wicked: For Good

After challenging the Wizard's totalitarian regime in Oz, Elphaba must grapple with her identity as the "Wicked Witch of the West". Meanwhile, the Wizard has given Glinda the title "Glinda the Good" and a public status as the nation's defender against Elphaba. The two witches must make decisions that seal their fates in this second musical installment.

Director: Jon M. Chu

Writers: Winnie Holzman; Dana Fox; Gregory Maguire

Stars: Cynthia Erivo; Ariana Grande; Jeff Goldblum

This film is rated as “PG” – Parental Guidance, Suitable for General Viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.

Brave rabbit cop Judy Hopps and her friend, the fox Nick Wilde, team up again to crack a new case, the most perilous and intricate of their careers.

Directors Jared Bush & Byron Howard

Writer Jared Bush

Stars The Voice of Ginnifer Goodwin, Jason Bateman, Ke Huy Quan, Idris Elba & Shakira

This film is rated as “PG” – Parental Guidance, Suitable for General Viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.