KINO-TEATR

Baker Mamonova Gallery 

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Currently exhibiting:

A Collection of Small Works

Kino-Teatr Ltd are pleased to announce The Kino-Teatr Open, our annual open submission exhibition.

This event will be held in the Baker Mamonova Gallery space, Kino-Teatr, Norman Road, St Leonards on Sea TN38 0EG

The exhibition will run for two months

1 October – 1 December 2026

The Theme for 2026 is “Within A Landscape”.

Whilst this loosely indicates the work must include a landscape and subiect matter within, the focus is not on traditional landscape painting. The work can be painting, collage or original prints (not digital). The dimensions must not exceed 60 x 60cm. Works must be offered for sale.

Prizes given for outstanding work

Visitors' Choice prize to be announced

Judges’ Favourite prize to be announced

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Click on link to apply

A gala premiere of Jen Morris’ (‘Misty Moon’) new film A Unicorn starring Gary Webster, Chloe Howman, Katy-jo Murfin, Graham Cole Obe and Brian Robinson, with narration by Ray Winstone.

Filmed in Rye, written & directed by Karl Howman, cinematography & editing by Jason Read, sound by Tomo Davies, makeup by Kate Boulby and costumes  by Jen Morris.

Produced by Stuart Morris, the film was made on behalf of The Ringside Charitable Trust.

Tickets £55.

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A critically acclaimed 2025 British drama written and directed by the BAFTA winning Cornish director Mark Jenkin (Bait). Starring George MacKay (1917), Callum Turner (Emma), Rosalind  Eleazar (Slow Horses) and Francis Magee (Kin, The Tourist, The Dig), the film tells the story of a fishing vessel that was lost at sea 30 years ago, and mysteriously reappears in the harbour of a fishing village.

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'Uncanny ghost ship story from one-of-a-kind Cornish auteur' **** The Guardian

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'This is a tale of the fantastic, but rooted in the bleak political realities of 2020s Britain' British Film Institute 

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The Playboy of the Western World 
by John Millington Synge
Directed by Caitríona McLaughlin

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Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery.

Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts, that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene…

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Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Caitríona McLaughlin directs this darkly funny tale full to the brim with secrets.

Directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by John Logan, Michael follows the life of  Michael Jackson, covering the period from his involvement in the Jackson 5 in the 1960s to his early solo career. Jackson is portrayed by his nephew Jaafar Jackson in his film debut. Also starring Nia Long, Laura Harrier, Juliano Krue Valdi, Miles Teller, and Colman Domingo in supporting roles.

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The Michael soundtrack features 13 songs, spanning his early career with the Jacksons, as well as selections from his solo recordings, including material from the albums Off the Wall (1979), Thriller (1982), and Bad(1987).

Bart Schrijver’s acclaimed drama follows former best friends and roommates Chris (Bart Harder) and Lluis (Carles Pulido), who meet up after a decade to hike Scotland’s West Highland Way and Cape Wrath Trail.

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​Having taken the same 350-mile walk in their youth, the pair hope to rekindle their once-strong friendship by spending 30 days together in the majestic, raw beauty of the Scottish Highlands.

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​But while Chris remains preoccupied with work and life back at home, Lluis is determined to finish the trail to prove he can still do it. Amidst the sweeping landscapes, harsh weather and chance encounters with other hikers, the solitude and silence of the trek force the pair to confront truths about themselves and their friendship – and find out what it truly means to stand still and listen.

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​Shot entirely on the route of the walk, and in chronological order, The North is a beautiful ode to friendship and the healing power of nature.  It’s not only a poignant and powerful drama, but also perhaps the definitive hiking film, allowing us to take in the stunning majesty of the Highlands shoulder-to-shoulder with Lluis and Chris as they reconnect with each other and with nature.

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​Directed by Bart Schrijver. In English and Spanish and Dutch with English subtitles.

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'A majestic drama...purifying and uplifting'**** The Guardian

The Christophers is a critically acclaimed 2025 black comedy directed by Steven Soderbergh (Erin Brokovich) starring  Ian McKellen, Michaela Coel, Jessica Gunning and James Corden.

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The story follows Julian Sklar (Ian McKellen), a well-known eccentric painter based in London. In the 1990s, he completed two series of paintings called The Christophers based on his lover at the time. A third series of Christophers remained unfinished. His reputation has faded as he has aged so  unscrupulous children Barnaby and Sallie hire Lori Butler, a young artist who has not exhibited in years, to pose as his assistant and finish The Christophers behind his back. They plan to sell the finished Julian Sklar paintings for a fortune after his death...

'Steven Soderbergh and Ed Solomon provide a vision of haughty Englishness up there with Gosford Park and Phantom Thread' ***** The Guardian

A universally acclaimed comedy mystery based on the 2005 novel Three Bags Full, featuring an ensemble cast including Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Nicholas Galitzine, Molly Gordon and Emma Thompson. The film follows a flock of sheep who try to solve the murder of their shepherd. Filming locations included Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire and Surrey. 

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On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 94% of 169 critics' reviews are positive, and the  website's consensus reads 'drolly funny and sweet as a lamb, The Sheep Detectives is a delightful family entertainment that bundles disarmingly profound themes in a cozy package'.

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'Humor, mystery, goofiness and even sentimentality, all balanced beautifully'

The New York Times 

An Evening of Stories, Anecdotes & Music (Age 12+)

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Join Jack Wilson, frontman of Hastings’ finest, Kid Kapichi, for an intimate conversation based evening telling the story of his own musical history & the journey of Kid Kapichi. From the pubs of Hastings to the clubs, venues & festival stages of the UK, Europe & the USA.

Expect plenty of stories & anecdotes, plus a few unplugged renditions from the Kid Kapichi songbook as well.

Mozart Sonata in E flat KV 481
Debussy Sonata in G minor 

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Selected works by George Gershwin & Nadia Boulanger

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Acclaimed violinist Jane Gordon returns to the Kino for this coffee concert with pianist Jan Rautio. Their programme pairs the elegance and charm of Mozart with the colour and lyricism of Debussy, alongside a selection of works by Gershwin and Nadia Boulanger, specially arranged by Jan Rautio.

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Regularly heard together as part of the Rautio Trio on BBC Radio 3, Jane and Jan have performed internationally at venues including Wigmore Hall and the Southbank Centre. Jane is also Artistic Director of the Hastings Chamber Music Festival, an annual festival known for its dynamic, imaginatively curated programmes and outstanding guest artists.

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‘Jane Gordon brings not only a ravishingly tone & depth of timbre but a real sense of musical line to everything she plays’ (The Independent) 

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‘Jan Rautio leads performances notable for their buoyancy and vivacity’ (Gramophone Magazine)

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'Sound Bath' Session with Julia Scott-Russell

Join Crystal Sound Therapy practitioner Julia Scott-Russell in discovering the benefits of crystal sound for your health and wellbeing.

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​​Experience the calming sounds of Alchemy Crystal Singing Bowls. Sit or lie back on chair or mat with a blanket, whilst Julia gently eases you into experiencing a sound bath.

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​​Starting with a few minutes of guided focus, Julia will help you to ‘just be’ without the need to ‘do’ anything. The remainder of the time together will be filled with different tonal frequencies from some of Julia’s personal collection of Alchemy bowls. We want you to have the best possible experience, please do bring a blanket to feel warm and snug. Some people love to bring their own eye mask. There are a limited number of yoga mats and pillows available, so feel free to bring your own.

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​​Please note - by attending this event you automatically agree to the medical disclaimer: you do not have/never had epilepsy at any point in your life, you do not have an artificial pacemaker or cochlear implant(s) or are less than 12 weeks pregnant.

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​​Also to note, the sound vibrations may be felt more in replacement joint(s), metal plate(s) or metal implant(s) - you are welcome to discuss this with Julia Scott-Russell, but ultimately it is your decision as to whether you attend

Simon&thePope will play some of their trademark hypnotic drum, bass and vocal grooves, accompanied by Rob Leake on sax, to help while away that anticipatory hour before The Bavard Bar.

What is The Bavard Bar? Well, it has become an institution. The best way to describe it is a delightful blend of TED Talks, comedy, & Radio 4. Sort of...

When you come along to The Bavard Bar, you will hear three regular people share their passions for 15 minutes each. The evening is interspersed with music and audience participation games, such as the "KP Lite" challenge, The "Oojah Kappivvy", and "Make it Stop", amongst others!

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Past Bavard subjects range from meteorite hunting to crop-circles, circuit-bending to playing the James Bond theme on Kazoo. You never know what (or who) to expect, as passions (and speakers) are kept secret until the night. There is also a Q&A section after each talk for you to share an opinion, or learn even more about the subject.

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​A night of non-stop intrigue, complete with not one, but two, short intervals. The bar will be open, & snacks will be available. 

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Past speakers have included Robin Ince, Professor Simon Schaffer, Dr Ljiljana Fruk, Cole Moreton and David Bramwell.

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A great way to meet new people. Come along!

Black and Classical: A celebrated programme of music by African American women composers (Florence Price, Margaret Bonds and Betty Jackson King).

Beatrice Nicholas is a British concert pianist and composer. She has performed solo programmes in France, Germany and Italy and is further scheduled to perform in the USA in 2027. She has had regular airplay on BBC Radio 3.

This is her premier performance at Kino-Teatr.

BAFTA Award-winner and Acadamy Award nominee Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread, Mrs Harris Goes To Paris) joins Aidan Turner (Poldark,Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic 18th century French novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin.

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Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte de Valmont, they turn seduction into strategy and weaponise desire. But when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the battle between them threatens to destroy everyone in their path.

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Filmed live on stage at the National Theatre, Marianne Elliott (Angels in America) directs this thrilling game of love, lies, and social warfare.
 

Directed by Danny Garcia, this new documentary is celebrating 50 years of UK Punk.

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50 years after the British Punk explosion, Vive Le Punk follows four bands that are still active today (Sham 69, 999, Ruts DC and The Boys) and features interviews with Charlie Harper, Joe Corre, Dr. John Cooper Clarke, Gaye Advert and other Punk Rock luminaries in search for the meaning of Punk and the relevance of its message today.

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Vive Le Punk dives headfirst into the raw, undying spirit of the movement that changed music—and society—forever...or did it?

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Featuring four iconic bands still rocking the stage today—Sham 69, 999, Ruts DC, and The Boys—the film chronicles their enduring legacy while showcasing their ongoing journeys in the modern era. Through exclusive interviews, candid conversations, and behind-the-scenes access, we follow these punk pioneers as they continue to defy expectations and challenge the status quo.

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In addition to the intimate band interviews, the film features a powerhouse lineup of Punk luminaries—Charlie Harper (UK Subs), Joe Corré (Punk entrepreneur and son of Malcolm McLaren and Vivienne Westwood), Dr. John Cooper Clarke (the punk poet laureate), Gaye Advert (The Adverts) and author/DJ Chris Sullivan among others, who share their reflections on the movement's lasting impact.

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As we follow the bands in their daily lives and on stage, the documentary asks the burning questions: Is Punk still relevant? What does Punk mean in a world still full of inequality and unrest? How do these bands stay relevant and connected to the same rebellious energy they first ignited? What does the message of Punk still offer to a new generation looking for something real?

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With rare archival footage,  live performances, and an unflinching look at the punk ethos in today’s world, this film is not just a retrospective—in a world that mirrors the one Punk once railed against, is the message still relevant—or has it been consumed by commercialism? Punk may have started as anarchy in the streets, but it’s far from finished. Vive le Punk!

Sergei Prokofiev Five Melodies Op.35 and Beethoven Kreutzer Sonata

In the 1980s and 1990s, Anthony Irvine was a comedian and cabaret performer. His act was a little unusual. As the Iceman, he went on stage… to melt ice. Literally. He’d bring a large block of ice onto the stage then try to melt it (or fail to melt it) in a variety of creative ways. Among his fans were Mike Myers, Stewart Lee and Bill Bailey.

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In 2010, when Robert Wringham wrote his book about this era of comedy, the Iceman could not be found.

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But a few years later, Anthony Irvine popped up again, this time as a visual artist called Aim. What was going on?

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Starring: Anthony Irvine & Robert Wringham with Stewart Lee, Jo Brand, Mark Thomas, Robin Ince, Ronni Ancona, Simon Munnery, Neil Mullarkey & Stuart Semple.

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Producers: Mark Cartwright & Robert Wringham (You are Nothing / New Escapologist).

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Executive Producer: Michael Cumming (Toast of London / Brass Eye / King Rocker).

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Director: Mark Cartwright

Length: 75 minutes

“It’s art, it’s odd, it’s fun and you need to see it.”  
- Mark Thomas (Comedian)

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"An affectionate and heartfelt celebration of a man who pioneered the idea of melting ice on stage. Immensely charming."

- Arthur Matthews (Father Ted / Toast of London)

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“This film is n…ice. You must see it. It’s important.”
- Iain Lee (TV / Radio)

Concert pianist, podcaster and music educator Holly Cullen-Davies will make her welcome return to Kino-Teatr. 

Kino welcomes the return of Hastings saxophonist Chris White’s afrobeat project Samaki. With a repertoire based on the sound of 1970s African musicians like Fela Kuti, Tony Allen, and Oscar Sulley,

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Samaki brings the afrobeat elements of relentless grooves and soaring melodies to the stage.

With a career now spanning six decades, Robyn Hitchcock remains a truly one

of a kind artist – surrealist rock ‘n’ roller, iconic troubadour, guitarist, poet, painter, and performer. An unparalleled, deeply individualistic songwriter and stylist, Hitchcock has traversed many genres with humour, intelligence and originality over 30 albums and seemingly infinite live performances.

From The Soft Boys’ proto-psych-punk and The Egyptians’ Dadaist pop to solo masterpieces like 1984’s milestone I Often Dream of Trains and 1990’s

Eye, Hitchcock has crafted a strikingly original oeuvre rife with sagacious observation, astringent wit, recurring marine life, mechanized rail services, cheese, Clint Eastwood, and innumerable finely drawn characters, real and imagined.

Two fantastic Italian pianists bring to Kino-Teatr exciting new symphony arrangements such as music from Scheherazade by Rimsky-Korsakov and the Rhapsodie Espagnole by M. Ravel!

Franz Schubert & Frederic Chopin 

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Moments Musicaux, D. 780 No. 1 

Mazurka, Op. 63 No. 2 

Moments Musicaux, D. 780 No. 3 

Mazurka, Op. 7 No. 4 

Moments Musicaux, D. 780 No. 6 

Mazurka, Op. 6 No. 2 

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Erik Satie & Claude Debussy 

Gnossienne No. 1 

Clair de Lune 

Je Te Veux 

The Snow Is Dancing 

Gnossienne No. 4 

Minstrels 

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This recital pairs Schubert with Chopin, and Satie with Debussy — composers who found remarkable expression in intimate musical forms.

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Schubert’s Moments Musicaux and Chopin’s Mazurkas share a quixotic nature and the spirit of experiment. Both explore surprising turns of harmony and rhythm: Schubert through shifting moods and unexpected modulations, and Chopin through subtle rhythmic inflections that transform the Polish dance into something deeply personal and poetic.

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In the second half, Satie and Debussy reflect a friendship marked by both admiration and tension. Satie’s Gnossiennes and Je te veux reveal his spare, unconventional style, while Debussy’s Clair de lune, The Snow Is Dancing, and Minstrels expand these ideas with greater colour and nuance — shaped, too, by the lingering influence of Chopin. 

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Together, these works trace a path from Romantic intimacy to modern refinement, showing how small forms can hold entire worlds of imagination.

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​Born in Kazakhstan, Evgenia has enjoyed an international concert career both as a soloist, chamber music player and recording artist. She collaborated with Maxim Vengerov and has also featured in numerous broadcasts for ITV and Sky Arts TV (UK),Südwestrundfunk, ORF2 (Vienna), RTE (Ireland) & Saarlländischer Rundfunk(Germany). ​

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