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  • NT Live: The Fifth Step (encore screening)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    NT Live: The Fifth Step (encore screening) by David Irelanddirected by Finn den HertogOlivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The […]

  • The Choral (12A)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    The Choral (12A) A choral society's male members enlist in World War I, leaving the demanding Dr. Guthrie to recruit teenagers. Together, they experience the joy of singing while the young boys grapple with their impending conscription into the army.Starring Ralph Fiennes, Roger Allam, Robert Emms. Directed by Nicholas Hytner.Running time: 1hr 53minsNot showing 29th or 30th, matinee on 3rd […]

  • The Big Christmas Assembly 2025

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    The Big Christmas Assembly 2025 What began as a few playful social media videos of James performing iconic school songs for his students quickly turned into a nationwide sensation. These videos resonated deeply, tapping into nostalgic hearts across the UK and sparking the creation of Primary School Assembly Bangers. Since early 2023, James has brought this live school-assembly experience to […]

  • Andy Parsons – Please #@!$ Off To Mars (14+)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Andy Parsons – Please #@!$ Off To Mars (14+) After his nationwide critical-smash sellout 2023/24 Tour, Andy is back with a brand-new show. As seen on Netflix, Amazon Prime, BBC iPlayer, Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week and his 2025 NextUp standup special. ‘Hysterical. Andy Parsons is on fire’ The Mirror ‘Very funny’ The Times ‘Laugh Out Loud Funny’ Sunday Telegraph ‘It's great to […]

  • The Running Man (15)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    The Running Man (15) In the near future, "The Running Man" is the top-rated show on television, a deadly competition where contestants must survive 30 days while being hunted by professional assassins. Desperate for money to save his sick daughter, Ben Richards is convinced by the show's ruthless producer to enter the game as a last resort. Ratings soon skyrocket […]

  • Christmas Singalong Concert with Bournemouth Concert Brass

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Christmas Singalong Concert with Bournemouth Concert Brass Get into the festive spirit with our brand-new Christmas Singalong Concert at the Mowlem! Whether you're a seasoned caroller or just love a good tune, this is your chance to sing along to all your favourite Christmas songs. Enjoy a heart-warming mix of traditional and modern music, brought to life by a full brass band […]

  • Santa and The Pirates (that don’t want Christmas!)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Santa and The Pirates (that don’t want Christmas!) Father Christmas has a problem – somebody has robbed his reindeers, they’ve nicked his naughty list AND they’ve ‘elped themselves to his elves!When some very naughty pirates head to the North Pole and pinch the plunder of the century, is Christmas about to be cancelled?With pieces of eight at stake, a stolen […]

  • Cabaret with Claus (14+)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Cabaret with Claus (14+) Glad Tidings abound as Charlie Bicknell and Louise Innes return with ‘The Christmas show.’ An evening of shamelessly festive insanity. Classical Nativity intertwines with contemporary insensitivity all performed with dazzling ingenuity. See. what I’m doing here? Angels, Shepherds, scented candles and a glitterball rocket ship, what’s not to Love…actually? Operaptic numbers- no, that’s not a typo, […]

  • Christmas Karma (PG)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Christmas Karma (tbc) A new Christmas classic is on its way. From visionary British director Gurinder Chadha (Bend It Like Beckham, Blinded By The Light), CHRISTMAS KARMA sees one of history’s greatest novels – Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol – transformed into a fresh, festive and feel-good Christmas musical. Mr. Sood (Kunal Nayyar) is our modern-day Scrooge, who we follow […]

  • La Traviata (12A)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    La Traviata (12A) 'La Traviata' is one of the best known operas in the repertoire, with a strong narrative thread at its heart. OperaGlass Works bring something fresh to it, to appeal to lovers of the work and to audiences who have never seen opera before. This is not live capture of a stage performance, it is a movie, filmed […]

  • Wicked: For Good (PG)

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    Wicked: For Good (PG) Now demonized as the Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba lives in exile in the Ozian forest, while Glinda resides at the palace in Emerald City, reveling in the perks of fame and popularity. As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, she'll need to reunite with Glinda to transform herself, and all of Oz, […]

  • Palestine 36 (12A)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Palestine 36 (12A) In 1936, as Palestinian villages revolt against British colonial rule, Yusuf navigates between Jerusalem and his rural home, amidst escalating unrest and a pivotal moment for the British Empire.Starring Jeremy Irons, Yasmine Al Massri, Liam Cunningham. Directed Annemarie Jacir.Running time: 2hrs 2 January @ 7:30 PM - 6 January @ 7:30 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now […]

  • 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)

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    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 Housemaid (15)

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    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 11minsMatinee on 19th 19 January @ 7:30 PM - 21 January @ 7:30 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now « All Events Categories: Cinema The […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Charlie & The Chocolate Factory

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Charlie & The Chocolate Factory Step into a world of pure imagination as The Swanage School hits The Mowlem with their delicious 10 th annual production, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl. The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and […]

  • Beauty and The Beast

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Beauty and The Beast Step into the enchanting story of Beauty and the Beast as Swanage Musical Theatre Company invites you to be their guest for this captivating production at The Mowlem Theatre, Swanage.This beloved tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption comes alive on stage, transporting audiences to a fairy-tale kingdom where anything is possible.Follow Belle, a courageous young woman […]

  • Artsreach presents: Klezmer Foygl

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Artsreach presents: Klezmer Foygl Based in London, Klezmer Foygl is an exciting new ensemble playing both traditional and original Klezmer repertoire, and this spring they’re touring Dorset as part of the programme by local charity, Artsreach. Meaning ‘Klezmer Songbird’ in Yiddish, the quartet is led by clarinettist John Macnaughton, and features some of the UK’s leading Klezmer musicians; Josh Middleton (Don […]

  • Budapest Café Orchestra

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    Budapest Café Orchestra In 2009 Christian Garrick established the refreshingly unconventional and snappily attired Budapest Café Orchestra with the intention to present a broad range of music from all over the world in the most entertaining and fun way.  BCO perform all their music from memory. Combined their trademark wit and charm, audiences are left tingling with warmth, delight and […]

  • The Invisible Man

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    The Invisible Man The thought of invisibility, and the advantages it could bring to someone, has captured the imagination of millions since HG Wells’ classic story was first published. The Invisible Man has been adapted many times for film, but rarely for the stage.This original, fast-paced and riotous adaptation boasts 15 characters, played by just three energetic actors, aided by quick and silly costume changes, prop manipulation, whacky imagination and tons of tongue-and-cheek […]

  • SUPERSILLYMAGICSHOW (3-8yrs but suitable for all family members)

    The Theatre The Mowlem, Swanage, England, United Kingdom

    SUPERSILLYMAGICSHOW (3-8yrs but suitable for all family members) Crazier than finding a penguin in your fridge, one of the UK’s funniest family friendly comedians is back with a new bonkers show! Turbo-charged Seska is loved by families throughout the UK and Europe. His fast-paced super interactive magic show sells out at festivals and arts centres leaving audiences with a huge […]