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Film Theatre ThisWeek In London
Three To See on 8 Jan: London Short Film Festival, Nine Lives, Richard III
By TW Editorial | Published on Friday 1 January 2016
And today’s ThisWeek-tipped, LDN-based events are…
London Short Film Festival | various venues | 8-17 Jan
I expect you are already aware of the annual London Short Film Festival, given that it’s very successful, and now in its thirteenth year, so this is really just a reminder that it’s on. So, for a long list of events showcasing quality cutting edge work from independent and up and coming film makers, click on this link here.
Nine Lives | Arcola Theatre | 6 Jan-30 Jan (pictured)
This West Yorkshire Playhouse production has already garnered heaps of critical acclaim during its tour of regional venues, so I think this is pretty much a safe bet. It’s a monologue about a gay Zimbabwean asylum seeker who has fled the extreme homophobia of his home country and must now navigate the UK’s immigration system. I reckon we can expect a beautifully scripted piece from writer Zodwa Nyoni, and a skilful performance from Lladel Bryant in the role of Ishmael. See this page here for more info and to book.
Richard III | New Diorama | 5 Jan-6 Feb
A contemporary and physical take on the classic play from award winning theatre ensemble The Faction, in which the performers use their bodies to create all the elements they need to tell the story, including ghosts and horses. Hurry up, because the popular dates are sold out already. See the venue website here for all the info, and to get your tickets booked.
