Week of Events
The Film Group
The Film Group
11th December, 2018: Gold Diggers of 1933 (1933) A musical which could only be on film, it was directed by Mervyn LeRoy and choreographed by Busby Berkley. The gold diggers in question are four aspiring actresses: Polly (Ruby Keeler), Carol, an ingenue (Joan Blondel), Trixie, a torch singer (Aline MacMahon) and a glamour puss, (Ginger Rogers). Made ... Read more
The Athenaeum Film Nights – Meet Me in St Louis
The Athenaeum Film Nights – Meet Me in St Louis
Meet Me in St Louis (1944) In the year leading up to the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair, the four Smith daughters learn lessons of life and love, even as they prepare for a reluctant move to New York. We begin about 6.45pm with a one course supper and go into the ‘cinema’ by about ... Read more
Christmas Carol Concert
Christmas Carol Concert
Our Annual Carol Concert this year will feature the Formby Silver Band who will be performing some festive hits following a supper in the dining room. Mince pies and mulled wine will be available during the evening. Further details to follow.