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25 07, 2025

The Phoenician Scheme (Monday Matinee Movie)

Brentwood Community Cinema Monday Matinee

The Phoenician Scheme

The Phoenician Scheme is a 2025 espionage black comedy film produced, written and directed by Wes Anderson from a story he conceived with Roman Coppola. Featuring an all-star ensemble cast including Benicio del Toro, Mia Threapleton, Michael Cera, Riz Ahmed, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Mathieu Amalric, Richard Ayoade, Jeffrey Wright, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Rupert Friend, Hope Davis, F. Murray Abraham, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Willem Dafoe, and Bill Murray.

Wealthy businessman Zsa-zsa Korda appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon become the target of scheming tycoons, foreign terrorists and determined assassins.

Rating: 15 (injury detail)

Running time: 97m

Each ticket includes a free tea or americano coffee at the Theatre Café Bar (upgrade to a cappuccino/latte/hot chocolate etc. for just £1.50 more on the day)

1 07, 2025

Hare and Tortoise

Tutti Frutti presents

Hare and Tortoise

A timeless tale with a fresh twist

Two unlikely friends — the speedy, confident Hare and the calm, steady Tortoise — meet for the greatest race on Earth. A race filled with suspense, surprises, and a nail-biting, medal-winning finish.

Ready… Steady… Is it time to GO?

This playful and imaginative adaptation of Aesop’s classic fable is brought to life on stage in a vibrant performance. With three talented actors, musicians and a whole lot of energy, the story unfolds across the seasons — from the blossoming days of spring, through the fun of summer, to the icy sparkle of winter.

Guided by our storyteller, this heart-warming tale explores patience, friendship, and what it means to grow up. Tutti Frutti Productions brings you this much-loved story brimming with fun, live music, unforgettable songs, and delightful characters. Hare and the Tortoise is touring autumn 2025, bringing joy to families and children aged 3+.

Running time approx. 55min (no interval)

‘The real pleasure here is the touchingly drawn friendship between the over excitable Hare and the careful and methodical Tortoise’  – The Guardian  

‘Young audiences deserve the very best and here they get it’  – The Stage   

10 07, 2025

Baby Bear (Baby Show)

Moon on a Stick Productions presents

Baby Bear

(Baby Show)

Join Baby Bear as she explores nature and wildlife in an uplifting, beautiful and comical theatre production.

Baby Bear doesn’t want to venture outside her cosy cave. But she is too curious about the sights, sounds and smells outside to stay indoors. Tempted by the creatures that wander into her home, Baby Bear learns the beauty of nature and how returning home is even better after an adventure.

Combining stunning visuals, an exploration of the senses and sung to a mesmerising soundtrack, Baby Bear is a playful, interactive puppetry adventure for babies, toddlers and their families. The perfect first theatre experience.

Baby Show Suitability:
For ages approx. 0-18 months. A gentle version of the production suitable for those not on the move and/or wanting a calmer experience. 20mins performance with optional 20mins stay & play.

25 07, 2025

How To Train Your Dragon (Monday Matinee Movie)

Brentwood Community Cinema Monday Matinee

How To Train Your Dragon

On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup (Mason Thames; The Black Phone, For All Mankind) stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler, reprising his voice role from the animated franchise), Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society. With the fierce and ambitious Astrid (BAFTA nominee Nico Parker; Dumbo, The Last of Us) and the village’s quirky blacksmith Gobber (Nick Frost; Snow White and the Huntsman, Shaun of the Dead) by his side, Hiccup confronts a world torn by fear and misunderstanding. As an ancient threat emerges, endangering both Vikings and dragons, Hiccup’s friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future. Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond the boundaries of their worlds and redefining what it means to be a hero and a leader.

Cast: Mason Thames, Nico Parker, Gerard Butler, Nick Frost

Rating: PG (mild threat, scary scenes, violence, language)

Running time: 125m

Each adult ticket includes a free tea or americano coffee at the Theatre Café Bar (upgrade to a cappuccino/latte/hot chocolate etc. for just £1.50 more on the day)

25 07, 2025

Mr Burton (Monday Matinee Movie)

Brentwood Community Cinema Monday Matinee

Mr Burton 

Mr. Burton tells the true story of the relationship between Port Talbot schoolmaster Philip Burton and a wild young schoolboy called Richard Jenkins, the son of a wayward drunk. Richard dreamed of becoming an actor, but his ambitions were in danger of being derailed by a combination of family trouble, the pressure of war, and his own lack of discipline. Mr. Burton recognized the raw talent in his pupil, becoming his tutor, strict taskmaster and eventually his adoptive father.

Cast: Toby Jones, Aimee-Ffion Edwards, Lesley Manville

Rating: 12 (infrequent strong language, discrimination)

Running time: 124m

Each ticket includes a free tea or americano coffee at the Theatre Café Bar (upgrade to a cappuccino/latte/hot chocolate etc. for just £1.50 more on the day)

25 07, 2025

The Salt Path (Monday Matinee Movie)

Brentwood Community Cinema Monday Matinee

The Salt Path

THE SALT PATH is the profound true story of husband and wife, Raynor and Moth Winn’s 630-mile trek along the beautiful but rugged Cornish, Devon and Dorset coastline. After being forcibly removed from their home, they make the desperate decision to walk in the hope that, in nature, they will find solace and a sense of acceptance. With depleted resources, only a tent and some essentials between them, every step along the path is a testament to their growing strength and determination. THE SALT PATH is a journey that is exhilarating, challenging, and liberating in equal measure. A portrayal of home, how it can be lost and rediscovered in the most unexpected ways.

Cast: Gillian Anderson, Jason Isaacs, James Lance

Rating: 12 (infrequent strong language, moderate sex, drug misuse)

Running time: 115m

Each ticket includes a free tea or americano coffee at the Theatre Café Bar (upgrade to a cappuccino/latte/hot chocolate etc. for just £1.50 more on the day)

25 07, 2025

The Penguin Lessons (Monday Matinee Movie)

Brentwood Community Cinema Monday Matinee

The Penguin Lessons

Inspired by the true story of a disillusioned Englishman who went to work in a school in Argentina in 1976. Expecting an easy ride, Tom discovers a divided nation and a class of unteachable students. However, after he rescues a penguin from an oil-slicked beach, his life is turned upside-down.

Cast: Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Bruno Blas

Rating: 12 (infrequent strong language, moderate sex references)

Running time: 112m

Each ticket includes a free tea or americano coffee at the Theatre Café Bar (upgrade to a cappuccino/latte/hot chocolate etc. for just £1.50 more on the day)

25 07, 2025

Jaws – 50th Anniversary Screening (film)

Brentwood Community Cinema

Jaws (50th Anniversary Screening) 

We’re going to need a bigger boat! Celebrate 50 years of this incredible milestone in motion picture history!

When a young woman is killed by a shark while skinny-dipping near the New England tourist town of Amity Island, police chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) wants to close the beaches, but mayor Larry Vaughn (Murray Hamilton) overrules him, fearing that the loss of tourist revenue will cripple the town. Ichthyologist Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) and grizzled ship captain Quint (Robert Shaw) offer to help Brody capture the killer beast, and the trio engage in an epic battle of man vs. nature.

Cast: Roy Scheider, Robert Shaw, Richard Dreyfuss

Rating: 12A (moderate injury detail, threat)

Running time: 124m

25 07, 2025

The Brutalist (Monday Matinee Movie)

Brentwood Community Cinema Monday Matinee

The Brutalist 

This screening will include a 15 minute interval after 100mins

Escaping post-war Europe, visionary architect László Toth arrives in America to rebuild his life, his work, and his marriage to his wife Erzsébet after being forced apart during wartime by shifting borders and regimes. On his own in a strange new country, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the wealthy and prominent industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his talent for building. But power and legacy come at a heavy cost….

Cast: Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce

Rating: 18 (strong sex, drug misuse, brief sexual violence)

Running time: 193m

Each ticket includes a free tea or americano coffee at the Theatre Café Bar (upgrade to a cappuccino/latte/hot chocolate etc. for just £1.50 more on the day)

16 05, 2025

Cinderella

Sophisticated Entertainment presents

Cinderella​

A Magical Family Pantomime

Get ready for a dazzling summer treat as Sophisticated Entertainment proudly presents Cinderella – a magical family pantomime packed with laughter, music, romance, and spectacle, live at Brentwood Theatre.

Join Cinderella on her enchanting journey from rags to riches in a timeless tale brought to life with an exceptional cast, side-splitting comedy, toe-tapping songs, and spectacular dancing. With glitz, glamour, and a heart-warming love story, this dazzling production is the perfect day out for audiences of all ages this Summer.

Don’t miss the pantomime of the season – full of fun, fantasy, and fabulous entertainment for the whole family. Produced by the Brentwood Open Winners and the production house that brought you Aladdin, Wizard of Oz, Tinderella & Alice in Bumble Land.

And don’t forget your cameras for a character meet & greet after the show!

Get your tickets now | 2pm & 6pm Shows on 6th & 7th August 2025