Films revealed for October at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre

Films fictional and factual about 70s superstar Marc Bolan, a classic musical and great opera are on offer at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre next month.
By Sue Wilkinson
Published 26th Sep 2023, 08:57 BST
Updated 26th Sep 2023, 08:57 BST

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: Sun, fun and vocal acrobatics in Laurent Pelly’s much-loved staging of Donizetti’s intoxicating and witty comedy lL’Elisir D'Amore: Sun, fun and vocal acrobatics in Laurent Pelly’s much-loved staging of Donizetti’s intoxicating and witty comedy lL’Elisir D'Amore
: Sun, fun and vocal acrobatics in Laurent Pelly’s much-loved staging of Donizetti’s intoxicating and witty comedy lL’Elisir D'Amore

Film programmer Steve Carley said: “It’s a quieter month than usual in the cinema as we’re briefly handing the space over to live theatre.

“But there’s still a nice choice, with a couple of films – one a documentary, one fictional – about 70s superstar Marc Bolan, opera from the Royal Opera House, and a classic musical.

Films at the Stephen Joseph in October are:

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Bolan’s Shoes: Timothy Spall stars in the tale of a tumultuous journey from the height of T Rex mania in 1970s Liverpool to the present-day poignancy of what would have been Marc Bolan’s 75th birthday.

Light-hearted comedy and supernatural chills abound in this inspirational story that explores the enduring legacy of childhood trauma and the life-affirming power of music.

Thursday September 28 at 1.45pm; Saturday September 30 at 2.45pm and 7.45pm; Wednesday October 4 at 7.45pm; Thursday October 5 at 1.45pm.

ROH Live: L’Elisir D'Amore (live streaming, sung in Italian with English subtitles): sun, fun and vocal acrobatics in Laurent Pelly’s much-loved staging of Donizetti’s intoxicating and witty comedy.

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Conductor Sesto Quatrini makes his house debut, as does soprano Nadine Sierra in the role of Adina with the incomparable Bryn Terfel as genial wheeler-dealer Doctor Dulcamara.

Thursday October 5 at 7.15pm

Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954, dementia-friendly screening): when the eldest of seven brothers – Howard Keel – returns with a bride – Jane Powell, she's shocked to learn that her new home includes six untamed, brothers-in-law.

Her efforts to turn them into gentlemen inspire them to find wives of their own, leading to an all-out, singing, dancing, Wild West battle of the sexes.

The score includes Bless Your Beautiful Hide, Wonderful Winderful Day, Goin’ Courtin’, Sobbin’ Women, and Spring, Spring, Spring – music by Gene de Paul and lyrics by the great Johnny Mercer.

Chart-topper Russ Tamblyn plays one of the brothers.

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With a short introduction by Tim Tubbs and sing along with Bill Scott, a tea and coffee break – refreshments provided free of charge – and another quick sing before the second part of the film.

Friday October6 at 1pm

Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan and T. Rex: A celebration of the life and work of the ultimate glam rocker, Marc Bolan, who died on 16 September 1977, combined with a behind-the-scenes look at the tribute album of the same name.

T Rex hits included Ride A White Swan, Telegram Sam, 20th Century Boy, Metal Guru, I Love to Boogie, Jeepster and Get It On.

Features contributions from Marc’s son Rolan and his godfather David Bowie, plus Nick Cave, Elton John, Joan Jett, Ringo Starr and U2.

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Friday October 6 at 7.45pm; Saturday October 7 at 2.45pm and 7.45pm

Cinema tickets at the Stephen Joseph for films are £8 – concessions £7; Circle members/NHS/under-30s £6; for Exhibition on Screen films, £12; for event cinema, live and delayed live streamings, £18.

Dementia-friendly films: as above, and carers go free.

To book, call the box office on (01723) 370541, or visit the theatre’s website: www.sjt.uk.com

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