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Riverside Studios

Riverside Studios was once a full-time film and television studio, but in the 1970s it diversified into live performance and became one of London's leading theatre, dance and visual art spaces. It us undergoing a major re-development which will complete in late 2019. The former Studios and Queen's Wharf are being replaced by a new building. The studios will have spaces for television, theatre, dance, opera, music and comedy. In addition there is a cinema, screening room, and other flexible space. There will be both a cafe and a restaurant. The interior of Riverside Studios was led by architects Flanagan Lawrence. Transport: the nearest Tube station is Hammersmith (Picadilly/District), just over half a mile away, which is conveniently next to Hammersmith Broadway Bus Station (routes 9, 10, 27, 33, 72, 190, 209, 211, 220, 266, 267, 283, 295, 391, 419, H91).

What's On @ Riverside Studios

National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa ( Doctor Who; Sex Education ) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate. Max Webster ( Life of Pi ) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.
MacBeth: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo

MacBeth: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo

10 Jul 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

David Tennant (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) and Cush Jumbo (The Good Wife, Criminal Record) lead a stellar cast in an enthralling new production of Shakespeare’s MACBETH, filmed live at the Donmar Warehouse in London, especially for the big screen. Unsettling intimacy and brutal action combine at breakneck speed as Max Webster (Life of Pi, Henry V) directs this tragic tale of love, murder, and nature’s power of renewal. With staging full of wolfish imagination and alarming surprise, the immersive 5.1 cinema surround sound places the audience inside the minds of the Macbeths, asking are we ever really responsible for our actions?
National Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove

National Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove

27 Jul 2025 - 27 Jul 2025

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan (Alan Partridge, The Trip) plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

 When a rogue U.S General triggers a nuclear attack, a surreal race takes place, seeing the Government and one eccentric scientist scramble to avert global destruction. This explosively funny satire is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It, Veep) and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley (The Upstart Crow, The Play What I Wrote).
Flow

Flow

25 Jun 2025 - 15 Nov 2025

Cat is a solitary animal, but as his home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species, and will have to team up with them despite their differences. In the lonesome boat sailing through mystical overflowed landscapes, they navigate the challenges and dangers of adapting to this new world.
The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody - London
Let us deliver you to the dark side! With comedy and allure, loving detail, and hilarious parody, The Empire Strips Back drops classic Star Wars characters into the world of parody. Be prepared for some seriously sultry Stormtroopers, a dangerously enticing Boba Fett, some tantalizing Twi'leks, a delightfully luke-warm Taun Taun, a lady-like Skywalker, the Droids you are looking for, and much, much more! Don't miss out and get your tickets for The Empire Strips Back in London! Seating Map Media Reviews "I'm forever changed. An enormous success. One of the most memorable and impressive live performances I've ever seen." - SFGate "Sexy stip-and-dance numbers, stylishly lit and slickly performed to a banging pop and rock score." - The Guardian "Shocking, hilarious, sexy… I'll never be able to look at the originals the same way again" - Daily Star Disclaimer: This is a parody production. Star Wars and its characters are registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd or Lucasfilm Ltd. This production is not sponsored, endorsed by or affiliated with Disney, Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd, Lucasfilm Ltd or any of its subsidiaries or affiliated companies and/or third party licensors.
The Wild Robot

The Wild Robot

5 Jul 2025 - 9 Aug 2025

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.
David Attenborough: Ocean

David Attenborough: Ocean

25 Jun 2025 - 3 Sept 2025

This compelling documentary takes viewers on a breath-taking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean. In the film the legendary broadcaster and filmmaker reveals how his lifetime has coincided with the great age of ocean discovery. Through spectacular sequences featuring coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, Attenborough shares why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing. Stunning, immersive cinematography showcases the wonder of life under the seas and exposes the never-before-seen realities and challenges facing our ocean, from destructive fishing techniques to mass coral reef bleaching. Ultimately the story is one of optimism, with Attenborough showcasing inspirational stories from around the world to deliver his greatest message: the ocean can recover to a glory beyond anything anyone has ever seen.
A Minecraft Movie

A Minecraft Movie

27 Jun 2025 - 31 Aug 2025

A mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master the terrain while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected crafter named Steve.
My Neighbour Totoro

My Neighbour Totoro

5 Jul 2025 - 10 Sept 2025

Gentle fantasy exploring rural Japan circa the 1950s as seen through the eyes of a pair of young girls who move to the country and discover the spirits of the forest.
Hotel Elsinore

Hotel Elsinore

1 Jul 2025 - 5 Jul 2025

★★★★★ ‘Unmissable!’ Everything Theatre Hotel Elsinore returns to Riverside Studios for one week only after its initial run in April, giving London audiences another chance to experience this ‘superbly executed and not to be missed’ play. Called ‘A love letter to theatre itself’ by the Edinburgh Guide, Hotel Elsinore is a darkly funny and deeply human play about family, loss, and the healing power of art, set in the liminal and claustrophobic confines of a hotel room. Real-life family - award-winning actor Susanna Hamnett (‘a virtuosic performer’ - The New York Times), Joshua MacGregor, and Lily MacGregor - play a mother, son, and daughter thrust into facing their unresolved issues during a middle-of-the-night rehearsal of Hamlet. ★★★★★ To be or not to be…excellent! There is no question that this play is. Everything Theatre ★★★★ 70 minutes of quality drama, metaverse and the bard as balm and soother of the soul… We witness art as life and life as art. The Reviews Hub ★★★★ A thoughtful production, full of personal ambition and convincing family dynamics. LondonTheatre1 ★★★★ Outstanding and mesmerizing. Theatre Reviews.design

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