New Release and autism-friendly relaxed screening (Sat 12 April)
Wicked
Marvel at the BAFTA-winning, spectacular visual tour-de-force starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the origin story of The Wicked Witch of the West.
Director: Jon M. Chu
Cast includes: Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jeff Goldblum
Wolfgang Film Club presents: Autism-friendly screening on Sat 12 April at 3pm
160 minutes / 2024 / USA
Revel in this spectacular origin story of the Wizard of Oz and marvel at the BAFTA winning Costume Design, and Production Design. A visual tour-de-force starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jeff Goldblum, the story of The Wicked Witch of the West's backstory.
Galinda is a misunderstood young woman because of her green skin who becomes friends with a popular girl at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. Their bond deepens as they encounter the Wizard of Oz, leading to a series of events that ultimately shape their destinies and transform them into the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.
WolfGang @ the Electric Palace presents:
Relaxed screenings* for neurodivergent audiences - lone wolves, werewolves and other prodigies welcome.
*Lights up, sound down and freedom to move around.
Once a month on Saturday afternoons at 3pm (doors open at 2.30pm).
Bring a trusted friend for free:
Tickets for our Autism-friendly screenings are £10 - and with our double ticket option you can bring a trusted friend along for free! Or come along on your own and meet some friendly faces eager to enjoy cinema in a relaxed environment.
About our Autism-friendly 'relaxed' screenings:
An Autism-friendly screening is where people can watch a film in a relaxed environment.
They are different from regular film screenings because:
- the lights are low instead of completely off, so you can still see where you're going
- the volume is a little lower than a standard screening
- you can move around the cinema freely as you wish during the screening
- you can leave the cinema room during the screening and return without having to worry
- you can make noise, stim, and enjoy yourself
- there is a friendly atmosphere
- there are people around if you need any help
These screenings are for anyone who would feel safe and welcome in this environment.
At Electric Palace, we think the cinema should be for everyone, that's why we offer Autism-friendly screenings.
Inside the Electric Palace
Learn more about the Electric Palace and what you can expect in our short video.
With thanks to filmmaker Sam Sharples and The Equatorial Group for providing the music.
With thanks to Oska Bright Film Festival and Carousel.
This screening is supported by BFI Film Audience Network and Film Hub South East.
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Thank you.