Take the stage with National Theatre Live at Manchester Arndale

Fancy stepping into the spotlight? Well, no need to pack your bags for London’s West End. On 22 January, the National Theatre Live is bringing a slice of theatrical magic to the heart of the Manchester Arndale Centre – and it’s completely free. Here’s the deal. Picture yourself in one of Vue’s luxurious Lux recliner seats – you know, the sort where you melt into the cushion a little too easily. From there, you’ll get to read an excerpt from a famous play live with a National Theatre actor beaming in from London via a massive screen smack dab in the middle of the shopping centre. That’s right. Your stage debut could happen right between a Pret and Zara. How very 2024. This event offers more than just a chance to flex your acting chops. It’s a celebration of how National Theatre Live continues to redefine event cinema, capturing world-class performances and delivering them to audiences far and wide. Since its launch, it’s been a game-changer in making the arts more accessible – whether you’re in Manchester, Melbourne, or Milton Keynes. A New Play, A Familiar Cast If you’re in Manchester on the day, you might rub metaphorical shoulders with some pretty big names. Stars like Ncuti Gatwa (Douglas from Sex Education, and your new Doctor Who, naturally), Ronk? Adék?lu??j??, Eliza Scanlan, and Amanda Lawrence are all part of this brilliant event. They’re the cast of The Importance of Being Earnest, the next National Theatre Live gem hitting cinemas on 20 February. And they’re not… Read More