• Aladdin

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Aladdin 9 January @ 7:30 PM - 17 January @ 7:30 PM Following on from last year's Jack and the Beanstalk, Swanage Drama Company are back with this year's pantomime, Aladdin. Widow Twankey runs the local washeteria with her two sons Aladdin and Wishey Washee. They are poor and need some luck - and money. The mysterious Abanazar arrives with […]

  • Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale (PG)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale (PG) In the summer of 1930, the Crawleys grapple with the threat of social disgrace when Mary finds herself at the center of a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble.Starring Hugh Bonneville, Jim Carter, Michelle Dockery. Directed by Simon Curtis.Running time: 2hrs 3mins 12 January @ 2:30 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now […]

  • Blue Moon (15)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Blue Moon (15) n 1943 lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in a bar as his former collaborator, Richard Rodgers, celebrates the opening night of his groundbreaking hit musical "Oklahoma!" Starring Ethan Hawke, Margaret Qualley, Andrew Scott. Directed Richard Linklater. Running time: 1hr 40mins 12 January @ 7:30 PM - 14 January @ 7:30 PM Booking Fees Apply Book […]

  • The Mowlem Comedy Club (14+)

    The Studio The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Off The Kerb Productions Present: The Mowlem Comedy Club  Your chance to catch the best comedy talent in a club environment! Off The Kerb’s shows are renowned for their superb lineups, showcasing exciting up-and-coming talent along with established names on the UK comedy circuit. The format is simple: you, your friends and the company of three hilarious comics from the […]

  • Artsreach presents: Dance Because You Can

    The Studio The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    NEW 12 WEEK DANCE GROUP FOR OVER 6O’S 8 January – 26 March 2026 (12 classes) Specifically designed to suit older people who would benefit from low level fitness, socialising and having fun. These new classes are suitable for all.* Dance is great for lifting your mood, and is also great for your health! Come and join this gentle dance class, led by Sammy Gillingham […]

  • The Housemaid (15)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    The Housemaid (15) Hoping for a fresh start, a young woman becomes a live-in maid for a wealthy couple who harbour sinister secrets. Starring Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, Brandon Sklenar. Directed by Paul Feig. Running time: 2hrs 11mins Matinee on 19th 19 January @ 7:30 PM - 21 January @ 7:30 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now « All Events […]

  • Artsreach presents: Dance Because You Can

    The Studio The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Artsreach presents: Dance Because You Can NEW 12 WEEK DANCE GROUP FOR OVER 6O’S8 January – 26 March 2026 (12 classes)Specifically designed to suit older people who would benefit from low level fitness, socialising and having fun. These new classes are suitable for all.*Dance is great for lifting your mood, and is also great for your health!Come and join this gentle dance class, led by […]

  • NT Live: Hamlet (encore screening)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    NT Live: Hamlet (encore screening) Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one.National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs […]

  • Poetry in Purbeck

    The Studio The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Poetry in Purbeck Eight poems read by actorsA selection of poems which you may know written by some of our greatest poets including Emily Dickinson, Syvia Plath, Philip Larkin, Sara Teasdale and Carol-Ann Duffy.A local poetJo Tatchell, who lives in Purbeck will read some of her poems and talk about what has inspired her and who her influences are.Hannah CopleyHannah […]

  • Hamnet (12A)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Hamnet (12A) After losing their son Hamnet to plague, Agnes and William Shakespeare grapple with grief in 16th-century England. A healer, Agnes must find strength to care for her surviving children while processing her devastating loss. Based on the bestselling book by Maggie O'Farrell.Starring Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal. Directed Chloé Zhao.Running time: 2hrs 5mins 23 January @ 7:30 PM - […]

  • SoundCellar and Swanage Jazz Festival present Andy Panayi with Bill Mudge & Andy Chapman

    The Showbar The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Andy Panayi with Bill Mudge and Andy Chapman – Jazz in the Showbar Multi-award-winning sax virtuoso Andy Panayi has over 40 years’ experience at the forefront of British jazz, performing with legends like Freddie Hubbard, John Dankworth, and Wynton Marsalis. Catch him for one night only with Bill Mudge (organ) and Andy Chapman (drums) for an unmissable evening of top-class […]

  • Oscar’s Ultimate Quiz

    The Showbar The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Oscar’s Ultimate Quiz Take part in Swanage’s best quiz night by far! Prizes to be won, and a lot of fun to be had!Please arrive in plenty of time to bag a table - The Showbar is open from 5.30pm as always!Teams of up to 6, £2 per person – just bring cash on the night! 28 January @ 8:00 […]

  • Artsreach presents: Dance Because You Can

    The Studio The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Artsreach presents: Dance Because You Can NEW 12 WEEK DANCE GROUP FOR OVER 6O’S8 January – 26 March 2026 (12 classes)Specifically designed to suit older people who would benefit from low level fitness, socialising and having fun. These new classes are suitable for all.*Dance is great for lifting your mood, and is also great for your health!Come and join this gentle dance class, led by […]

  • Song Sung Blue (12A)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Song Sung Blue (12A) A Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak in their musical journey together.Starring Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Ella Anderson. Directed by Craig Brewer.Running time: 2hrs 13minsMatinee on 2 February 2.30pm 30 January @ 7:30 PM - 5 February @ 7:30 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now « All Events […]

  • Holmes & Watson and The Curious Case of The Masked Magician (6+)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Holmes & Watson and The Curious Case of The Masked Magician (6+) "TELL ME EVERYTHING, HOLMES"1t’s 1906 - the Golden Age of Magic.  The Masked Magician bestrides London’s world of Magic like a colossus, UNTIL…one night, in mid-performance, the Magician vanishes. Dead? Kidnapped? In hiding?After a month Scotland Yard is baffled (obviously) and call in Sherlock Holmes to solve the […]

  • Artsreach presents: Dance Because You Can

    The Studio The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Artsreach presents: Dance Because You Can NEW 12 WEEK DANCE GROUP FOR OVER 6O’S8 January – 26 March 2026 (12 classes)Specifically designed to suit older people who would benefit from low level fitness, socialising and having fun. These new classes are suitable for all.*Dance is great for lifting your mood, and is also great for your health!Come and join this gentle dance class, led by […]

  • Marty Supreme (15)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Marty Supreme (15) In the 1950s, young Marty Mauser pursues his dream of becoming a champion table-tennis player.Starring Timothée Chalamet, Gwyneth Paltrow, Odessa A'zion. Directed Josh Safdie.Running time: 2hrs 29mins 6 February @ 7:30 PM - 12 February @ 7:30 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now « All Events Categories: Cinema The Mowlem 01929 422239 View Organiser Website boxoffice@themowlem.com Related […]

  • The Pent Up House Trio – Live Jazz in The Showbar

    The Showbar The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    The Pent Up House Trio – Live Jazz in The Showbar The Pent Up House Trio will present an evening of Jazz in The Showbar at The Mowlem Theatre on the first Tuesday of every month. Entry is free and the music starts at 7.30pm. They will be exploring the past, present and future of Jazz, with material stretching from […]

  • The Mowlem Comedy Club (14+)

    The Studio The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    The Mowlem Comedy Club (14+) Off The Kerb Productions Present: The Mowlem Comedy Club  Your chance to catch the best comedy talent in a club environment! Off The Kerb’s shows are renowned for their superb lineups, showcasing exciting up-and-coming talent along with established names on the UK comedy circuit. The format is simple: you, your friends and the company of […]

  • Artsreach presents: Dance Because You Can

    The Studio The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Artsreach presents: Dance Because You Can NEW 12 WEEK DANCE GROUP FOR OVER 6O’S8 January – 26 March 2026 (12 classes)Specifically designed to suit older people who would benefit from low level fitness, socialising and having fun. These new classes are suitable for all.*Dance is great for lifting your mood, and is also great for your health!Come and join this gentle dance class, led by […]

  • Swanage Record Club

    The Showbar The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Swanage Record Club 12 February @ 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Join Swanage Record Club in The Showbar to listen to curated selections of music on vinyl and CD. Full albums and good conversation. Curated themes. Listen and chat. No expertise required – just curiosity and a love of music. Starts at 6.30pm (first album introduced at 7.30pm). Join the […]

  • Jazz in the Showbar: Julie Lewis & Ian Ellis

    The Showbar The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Jazz in the Showbar: Julie Lewis & Ian Ellis Vocalist/pianist Julie Lewis is a unique talent on the south west jazz scene. Her intuitive and expressive piano playing perfectly complements a soft and soulful vocal, that together produce an honest and unpretentious performance that never fails to charm her audience.Ian Ellis has worked as a professional jazz saxophonist since 1985 and has […]

  • Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) (PG)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Labyrinth (40th Anniversary) (PG) Sarah tries to find her baby brother, Toby, after she angrily wishes him away. The goblin, Jareth, promises Toby's return if Sarah can solve his labyrinth in less than thirteen hours.Starring David Bowie, Jennifer Connelly, Toby Froud. Directed Jim Henson.Running time: 1hr 46mins 13 February @ 7:30 PM - 19 February @ 7:30 PM Booking Fees […]

  • The Spongebob Movie: Search for Squarepants (PG)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    The Spongebob Movie: Search for Squarepants (PG) Hoping to prove his bravery to Mr. Krabs, SpongeBob follows a mysterious, swashbuckling ghost pirate known as the Flying Dutchman on a seafaring adventure that takes him to the deepest depths of the ocean.Starring Tom Kenny, Clancy Brown, Roger Bumpass. Directed by Derek Drymon.Running time: 1hr 28mins 14 February @ 2:30 PM - […]