29 April 2026: National Theatre Live: The Audience

Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award® -winning hit production, directed by Stephen Daldry.

For 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II met with each of her 12 prime ministers in a private weekly meeting. This meeting is known as The Audience. From Winston Churchill to Margaret Thatcher and David Cameron, the Queen advised her prime ministers on matters both public and personal. Through these private audiences, we see glimpses of the woman behind the crown and witness the moments that shaped a monarch.

Peter Morgan's Netflix phenomenon The Crown was based on this hit play that was captured live from London's West End in 2013 and went on to become one of the most-watched NT Live productions.

'Helen Mirren makes The Audience a right-royal night out.' - The Independent

Certificate: PG

Running Time: 177 mins

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This event is suitable for anyone aged 50+ including those with long-term health conditions such as dementia, carers and people looking to create new connections!

We use a 'Pay What You Can' pricing structure. If you can afford to pay a little more for your place, this helps us keep lower priced tickets accessible for those who need it, and means that we can continue to put on high-quality community events like this one. Lower cost ticket options will always be available to people experiencing financial hardship who might otherwise not be able to attend.

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When: 29 April,  2 to 5pm

Where: Bawdeswell Village Hall, Bawdeswell, NR20 4RU

Cost: Pay What You Can

Contact: Call 01953 713390 or email info@creativeartseast.co.uk