EVENTS

National Theatre Live: The Motive & the Cue

Sam Mendes directs Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton in this fierce and funny new play by Jack Thorne. Filmed live during a sold-out run at the National Theatre.

Thursday 21 March - 7.00pm; Wednesday 27 March - 2.00pm

My Favorite Things – The Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary Concert

A special anniversary concert celebrating the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein, filmed at London’s Theatre Royal Drury Lane and featuring a host of stars of stage and screen.

Sunday 24 March - 2.00pm

The Royal Opera: Madama Butterfly

Moshe Leiser and Patrice Caurier’s poignant, painterly production of Puccini’s deeply moving opera stars Asmik Grigorian and Joshua Guerrero. Live from the Royal Opera House, London.

Tuesday 26 March - 7.15pm; Encore: Sunday 7 April - 2.00pm  

National Theatre Live: The Motive & the Cue

Sam Mendes directs Mark Gatiss as John Gielgud and Johnny Flynn as Richard Burton in this fierce and funny new play by Jack Thorne. Filmed live during a sold-out run at the National Theatre.

Wednesday 27 March - 2.00pm

The Museum of Marvellous Things

With giant puppets, magical effects, and live original music, this fun-filled family show is based on the picture book by Kristina Stephenson. Live on stage at Number 8.

Friday 5 April - 2.00pm

The Royal Opera: Madama Butterfly

Moshe Leiser and Patrice Caurier’s poignant, painterly production of Puccini’s deeply moving opera stars Asmik Grigorian and Joshua Guerrero. Recorded at the Royal Opera House, London.

Sunday 7 April - 2.00pm  

Hamlet

Shakespearian titan Ian McKellen stars in this uniquely modern take on The Bard’s classic tragedy, reimagined for the modern day as a gripping psychological thriller! Recorded at the Theatre Royal Windsor.

Thursday 11 April - 7.30pm

Celebrating 65 Years of Cliff & The Shadows

Widely acclaimed Cliff/Shadows tribute act Simon Goodall and the Bourne Again Shadows will be bringing their rocking ‘n’ rolling show live to the stage at Number 8.

Friday 12 April - 7.30pm

Exhibition on Screen: John Singer Sargent

Explore the unique creative process of the late 19th century’s favourite portrait artist in this vibrant Exhibition on Screen. Filmed at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and the Tate Britain, London.

Tuesday 16 April - 7.00pm

Orchestra of the Swan: Safety Last!

Orchestra of the Swan join us for this exciting on-stage premiere, performing a brand new live score to accompany Harold Lloyd’s iconic 1923 silent comedy film, ‘Safety Last!’.

Friday 19 April - 7.30pm

National Theatre Live: Nye

Michael Sheen plays Aneurin ‘Nye’ Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain’s welfare state and created the NHS. Live from the National Theatre.

Tuesday 23 April - 7.00pm; Encore: Tuesday 14 May - 2.00pm

The Royal Ballet: Swan Lake

Tchaikovsky’s sensational score combines with the evocative imagination of choreographer Liam Scarlett and designer John Macfarlane in one of the best-loved works in the classical ballet canon. Recorded at the Royal Opera House, London.

Thursday 25 April - 7.15pm; Encore: Sunday 28 April - 2.00pm

Diary of a Badminton Player

Can Colin Cosgrove maintain his status as a top badminton celebrity in Worcester? Written and performed by Steve Wilson. Live on stage as part of Number 8’s celebration of new writing.

Friday 26 April - 7.30pm

Truth & Lies Showcase

An exciting showcase of brand new writing performed live on stage, all inspired by the theme of ‘truth and lies’. Presented by Crave Arts as part of Number 8’s celebration of new writing.

Saturday 27 April - 7.30pm

An American In Paris – The Musical

This breathtakingly beautiful Tony Award-winning Broadway musical tells the story of discovering love in the ‘City of Light’, featuring the music and lyrics of George and Ira Gershwin. Recorded at the Dominion Theatre.

Thursday 2 May - 7.00pm

The Royal Opera: Carmen

Damiano Michieletto’s sizzling new production evokes all the passion and heat of Bizet’s score. Featuring Aigul Akhmetshina in the title role. Recorded at the Royal Opera House, London.

Tuesday 7 May - 6.45pm

Julie July Band Album Launch

The Julie July Band perform original folk, rock and blues music with a contemporary twist. Tonight, they take to the Number 8 stage to celebrate their new album, ‘Flight of Fancy’.

Saturday 11 May - 7.30pm

National Theatre Live: Nye

Michael Sheen plays Aneurin ‘Nye’ Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain’s welfare state and created the NHS. Recorded at the National Theatre.

Tuesday 14 May - 2.00pm

Elizabeth Sharkey: Why Britain Rocked

Author Elizabeth Sharkey joins us live on stage to talk about British music history as explored in her bestselling book, ‘Why Britain Rocked: How Rock Became Roll and Took Over the World’.

Friday 17 May - 7.30pm

Rhubarb Theatre: Finding Chester

A fun-filled family show complete with puppetry, mask, song and dance. Will Edith be reunited with her missing moggy, Chester? Join Rhubarb Theatre to find out… Live on stage at Number 8.

Wednesday 29 May - 2.00pm

Sadler’s Wells & Universal Music UK: Message in a Bottle

The international refugee crisis is at the centre of this acclaimed dance theatre production by Sadler’s Wells Associate Artist Kate Prince, set to the music of Grammy Award-winning artist Sting. Recorded in London’s West End.

Thursday 30 May - 7.20pm

Priscilla: Queen of the Desert

An unforgettable summer show packed with glitz, glamour, and the cast of PODS as you’ve never seen them before! Live on stage and featuring a sensational soundtrack of disco hits.

Monday 3 - Saturday 8 June, 7.30pm

The Royal Opera: Andrea Chénier

Jonas Kaufmann headlines David McVicar’s spectacular staging of Giordano’s epic historical drama, under the baton of long-time collaborator Antonio Pappano. Live from the Royal Opera House, London.

Tuesday 11 June - 7.15pm

Exhibition on Screen: My National Gallery, London

Beloved celebrities, devoted staff members and world class experts come together to paint a unique portrait of this iconic British institution for its 200th birthday. Directed by Phil Grabsky and Ali Ray.

Tuesday 18 June - 7.00pm

Titanic The Musical

A stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams and aspirations of the passengers on the most legendary ship in the world. Recorded at the New Victoria Theatre.

Wednesday 26 June - 7.00pm