January 2016

We start the new year with a packed month! There is something – probably many things – for everyone, so we hope to see every one of you at the theatre in January!

Summer-in-the-Winter Announcement Event

January 4

Exciting productions are on the horizon for Third Rail and we can’t wait to share them with you! Throw on a Hawaiian shirt and join us in the dead of Winter for a taste of what’s coming in Third Rail’s Summer and Fall. There will be food, drinks, laughter, music from The Bylines, readings, and a whole lot of fun! Start off 2016 with a Third Rail party!

Advanced Screening of Branagh Theatre Live’s The Winter’s Tale (MEMBER ONLY EVENT)

January 5

We invite Members to join us for an advanced screening of our first screening from the Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company.

Branagh Theatre Live’s The Winter’s Tale

January 7 and 21

The first season of the Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company Live begins with The Winter’s Tale, Shakespeare’s timeless tragicomedy of obsession and redemption. Featuring Judi Dench and Kenneth Branagh!

NT Live: Skylight

January 8

Carey Mulligan and Bill Nighy attempt to rekindle their once passionate relationship only to find themselves locked in a dangerous battle of opposing ideologies and mutual desires.

NT Live: The Beaux’ Stratagem

January 9

The ‘Beaux’: Two charming, young men flee – shamed and debt-ridden – to the provinces. Their ‘Stratagem’: to marry for money. When they meet Dorinda and Mrs Sullen, they also meet their greatest challenge: love.

Bloody Sunday Reading (MEMBER ONLY EVENT)

January 10

Join us for an informal reading of a play that Third Rail is considering for future production. Listen to and participate in the discussion. Enjoy along with nibbles and morning appropriate beverages. Who needs brunch when you have good theatre and Bloody Marys?

NT Live: Jane Eyre

January 10 and 23

Almost 170 years on, Charlotte Brontë’s story of the trailblazing Jane is as inspiring as ever. This bold and dynamic production uncovers one woman’s fight for freedom and fulfillment on her own terms.

Wild Card: Éowyn Emerald & Dancers

January 14, 15, and 16

In every group of individuals there are hundreds of stories to tell, yet it is the relationships between them that capture our imaginations over and over again. Join Éowyn Emerald and her outstanding company of dancers as they discover that the heart of experience lies in the bonds that unite us.

Mentorship Company’s Voice Intensive Presentations (MEMBER ONLY EVENT)

January 17

How do we get to the truth? Certified Fitzmaurice Associate teacher and Company Member Michael O’Connell will use Greek monologues to lead the mentees through a vocal intensive designed to get to their truth.

NT Live: Coriolanus

January 22

Returning to cinemas by popular demand! When an old adversary threatens Rome, the city calls once more on her hero and defender: Coriolanus. But he has enemies at home too. Starring The Avengers heartthrob Tom Hiddleston.