WELCOME BACK!
For now, we will retain all COVID measures including face coverings and contact tracing. Our Auditorium seats 51 at this level of social distancing. When the rules relax on 21 June we will assess the situation, and when we are confident that it’s safe to do so, we’ll reduce the distancing to increase Auditorium capacity to 78 and keep under review.
The Box Office phone line will open 10am – 2pm Mon-Fri from Tue 4 May.
If you have any questions, please email info@wellsmaltings.org.uk
Our COVID refund policy still stands – if an event is cancelled or you are unable to attend for COVID reasons, we will offer a full refund.
May
20 May
1930’s Hollywood is reevaluated through the eyes of scathing social critic and alcoholic screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz as he races to finish the screenplay of Citizen Kane (1941). Director: David Fincher Writer: Jack Fincher (screen play by) Stars: Gary Oldman, Amanda Seyfried, Lily Collins
21 May
Oscar winner for special effects from director Christopher Nolan. Armed with only one word, Tenet, and fighting for the survival of the entire world, a Protagonist journeys through a twilight world of international espionage on a mission that will unfold in something beyond real time.
24, 25 & 26 May
PRESENTED BY SCREEN NEXT THE SEA This multi-awardwinning film depicts an America we rarely see; that of a group of people driven by circumstance or choice who are modern day nomads, living in campervans and following seasonal work across the country.Directed by ChloeZhao and starring Frances McDormand and David Strathairn.
27 May
National Theatre Live Encore. Tom Hiddleston plays the title role in Shakespeare’s searing tragedy of political manipulation and revenge. When an old adversary threatens Rome, the city calls once more on her hero and defender: Coriolanus.
28 & 29 May
New version specially commissioned by Wells Maltings. An outdoor storytelling performance by firelight – our latest contribution to the national SIGNAL FIRES theatre and storytelling initiative with our close partners fEAST Theatre. Socially distanced, Covid-safe, outdoor show. Standing area only. Limited seating provided for audience members who might not be able to stand/bring your own. […]
31 May
When their eldest brother dies, Peter and Alice seek to save their parents from despair until they are forced to choose between home and imagination, setting the stage for their iconic journeys into Wonderland and Neverland. Starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Carter Thomas, Ava Fillery
June
01 June
In this animated musical, a girl builds a rocket ship and blasts off, hoping to meet a mythical moon goddess.
02 June
Ten years after the publication of Steven Lee’s best selling book, Karen The Koala and her fabulous furry friends are back to answer that age old question and remind us once again why there’s nothing quite as wonderful as a nice warm hug. With a feast of games, giggles and songs this charming family musical […]
2,3,4, & 5 June
Hello? It’s Sam from Red Onion Research. Is now a good time? Is Now A Good Time? is a brand-new interactive piece of theatre conducted over the phone. A charming, funny and unexpected story, told in a truly original way.
04 June
A chaotic battle ensues between Jerry Mouse, who has taken refuge in the Royal Gate Hotel, and Tom Cat, who is hired to drive him away before the day of a big wedding arrives.
09 June
A brand new series of talks taking inspiration from our Heritage Centre exhibits, taking place right amongst them! The first event explores the life and times of sailing master John Fryer, presented by local history specialist Tom Sands
10 June
Bill O’Neal infiltrates the Black Panther Party per FBI Agent Mitchell and J. Edgar Hoover. As Party Chairman Fred Hampton ascends, falling for a fellow revolutionary en route, a battle wages for O’Neal’s soul. Directed by Shaka King, starring Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield, Jesse Plemons.
11 June
Following their hit run on Broadway, Sir Ian McKellen and Sir Patrick Stewart return to the West End stage in Harold Pinter’s No Man’s Land, broadcast live to cinemas from Wyndham’s Theatre, London.
12 June
A heavy-metal drummer’s life is thrown into freefall when he begins to lose his hearing. Directed by Darius Marder, starring Riz Ahmed, Olivia Cooke, Paul Raci.
14 June
PRESENTED BY SCREEN NEXT THE SEA The tough but hopeful tale of a London teenager trying to keep her family together after her mother leaves abruptly. Directed by Sarah Gavron and featuring BukkyBakray, it depicts the chaos of real life, and is a fresh and,at times funny, coming of age story, against the background of […]
17 June
Jim Fergusson, Lisa & Mark Jarvis bring Whin Hill Cider to Wells Maltings. Learn about apple farming and cider production, and sample some of the produce.
18 & 19 June
By Catherine Herman ‘Inside these ol’ bodies, these ol’ shells, is whole worlds you can’t know about…’ The year is 1970. Dulcie and Walter have lived all 50 years of their married life on a small farm in Norfolk. A profound, life-affirming and hilarious play about the sacrifices women make, growing old and staying wild, […]
24 June
The story of 7 people on trial stemming from various charges surrounding the uprising at the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois. Directed by Aaron Sorkin; starring Eddie Redmayne, Alex Sharp, Sacha Baron Cohen.
25 June
Widely acclaimed historian, journalist and travel writer Justin Marozzi lifts the cover on his latest book, The Arab Conquests.
25 June
The writer, editor, journalist and presenter Peter Stanford discusses his new book. What a tempting prospect of travel….!
25 June
AK Blakemore burst onto the literary scene with two remarkable poetry collections. These she has just trumped with a widely acclaimed debut novel, set close to the water, not all that far from here……
25 June
South African anti-apartheid activist, former political prisoner, educationalist, poet and writer previews his latest collection of poems.
25 June
Justin Marozzi presides over a series of tributes to his friend David Waller, who did so much for Sea Fever.
26 June
This perennially popular event focuses this year on fishermen and fishing. Hosted by Tim Fisher
26 June
Southampton based but born and bred in Wells, Andrew is a prolific poet with a highly distinctive voice. Writes the poet and critic Jeremy Hooker, ‘He does not depict appearances but the forces that shape them and the possibilities they contain.’ Now hear more.
26 June
Though published more than 120 years ago, Joseph Conrad’s masterly novella on racism and imperialism is as pertinent today as when it first appeared. Stalwarts Jonty Driver and Jon Cook debate Conrad and his work with mental health campaigner Louise Aston.
26 June
Dorien has both written and illustrated this dazzling debut. One of her publisher’s lead children’s books for the year, she ‘beckons us to climb aboard and discover the courage, grit, and resilience that resides within us all.’
26 June
Laura’s first collection was the winner last year of both the East Anglian Book and Seamus Heaney prizes. Laura explores her remarkable debut with the editor of Ambit, Briony Bax.
26 June
Costa prize-winner Bart van Es discusses his best-seller. ‘The Cut Out Girl braids together a powerful recreation of Lien’s intensely harrowing childhood story with the present-day account of Bart’s efforts to piece that story together.’
26 June
With the BBC once again in the spotlight, Professor Barwise’s new book (co-authored with Peter York) could hardly be more timely. Sarah Sands, former editor of Today, asks the questions.
26 June
This is Sally’s very latest – sixth – collection of poems. It focusses on the life and work of sculptor, Germaine Richier (1902-59), and the intriguing background that inspired it.
26 June
The former spymaster discusses spies and spying in fact and fiction with Daily Telegraph journalist Nick Trend.
28 June
PRESENTED BY SCREEN NEXT THE SEA AMMONITE, written and directed by Francis Lee, is a fictional love story between real life acclaimed but overlooked fossil hunter, Mary Anning (Kate Winslet ), who worked alone on the southern coastline of Britain in 1840s and her developing relationship with Charlotte Murchison(Saoirse Ronan) which altered both of their […]
July
02 July
THE BRASS MONKEYS The Brass Monkeys are an eclectic improvising wild bunch influenced by jazz, blues, reggae, country, free improvisation, soul, folk …… Performing an exciting mix of original material and unusual classics The Brass Monkeys offer a reverent but iconoclastic take on the history of musical improvisation. We have put together a great line-up […]
02 July
A stunning new 5-star production of the masterpiece UNCLE VANYA by Anton Chekhov Starring TOBY JONES and RICHARD ARMITAGE with Roger Allam and Rosalind Eleazar Nominated for four Olivier Awards including Best Actor (Toby Jones) and Best Director (Ian Rickson) A sumptuously cinematic re-interpretation of the stage play beautifully shot for the big screen Filmed […]
08 July
A Korean family starts a farm in 1980s Arkansas. Directed by Lee Isaac Chung, starring Steven Yeun, Yeri Han, Alan S. Kim.
09 July
A new one-man play by Mark Kitto. An evening lecture takes an unexpected leap into the past and brings to life the Boxer Uprising of 1900. Will China and the West ever understand each other? Sir Claude MacDonald will do his best to help.
10 July
A man refuses all assistance from his daughter as he ages. As he tries to make sense of his changing circumstances, he begins to doubt his loved ones, his own mind and even the fabric of his reality. Directed by Florian Zeller; starring Anthony Hopkins, Olivia Colman, Mark Gatiss.
12 July
The last of our Film Noir Season. PRESENTED BY SCREEN NEXT THE SEA A Texas bar owner who suspects his wife is having an affair with one of the barmen hires a private detective. Starring John Getz and Frances McDormand, this newly restored and re-edited version of the first film directed by the Coen brothers […]
13 July
Custodial Sentence is an innovative new ensemble comprising musicians who have performed all over the world in various guises. Custodial Sentence – custodians of the music who allow the audience to escape the confines of daily life. The ensemble’s aim is to bring classical music into the awareness of those who may have, in the […]
14 July
A brand new series of talks taking inspiration from our Heritage Centre exhibits, taking place right amongst them!Discover the history of shipbuilding in Wells Next The Sea, and why the industry in the town declined and eventually fell. Presented by Roger Arguile.
15 July
The Norfolk Table series continues with an exploration of local gin production. Presented by Norfolk’s Archangel Gin Company
16 July
Do you miss the real sound of the Seekers, Peter, Paul and Mary and The Springfields? The Settlers, one of Britain’s favourite pop/folk groups from the 60’s and 70’s are now back, not a tribute, but the real thing. Back with a new album and live show, entertaining the old-fashioned way. If you remember the […]
17 July
Rubik Shah charts a vital London protest movement – Rock Against Racism (RAR), formed in 1976. The film blends fresh interviews with archive footage to recreate a hostile environment of anti-immigrant hysteria.
26 July
PRESENTED BY SCREEN NEXT THE SEA The story of a determined and ambitious young female Saudi doctor who runs for election to the city council. Her community and family struggle to come to terms with their town‘s first female candidate, while her father is off with the Saudi National Band. Directed by Haifaa Al-Monsour, whose […]