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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.
Flow

Flow

11 Aug 2025 - 15 May 2026

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

13 Aug 2025 - 28 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

16 Aug 2025 - 28 Jan 2026

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

11 Aug 2025 - 8 Oct 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

11 Aug 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.
National Theatre Live: Inter Alia

National Theatre Live: Inter Alia

4 Sept 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie. Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright? Writer Suzie Miller, director Justin Martin, and composer Self Esteem, reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.
The Interview

The Interview

23 Aug 2025 - 27 Sept 2025

This is the story of the interview. The interview which told her story. A story that shocked the world. “Why should I stay silent? They’ve been trying to shut me up from day one. This way I'll finally be heard." On the 20th of November 1995 the BBC broadcast an interview between Princess Diana and Martin Bashir. It was watched by nearly 23 million people in the UK and 200 million worldwide. It was her chance to take control of the narrative. It was his chance to be part of it. But did the how, the when and the why it all came about end up overshadowing what it was really meant to be? “...because of what you did. I have been silenced.”

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