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National Theatre Live - The Playboy of the Western World (12A)

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:20 +0100

Event Date: 28 May 2026
Location: Alhambra Cinema - Penrith
Time: 7pm
Category: Arts, Entertainment

Directed by Caitríona McLaughlin
Starring Nicola Coughlan, Éanna Hardwicke, Siobhán McSweeney
150mins | 2026 |

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.

Escapes: Power Ballad (12A)

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:17 +0100

Event Date: 27 May 2026
Location: Alhambra Cinema - Penrith
Time: 17.25pm
Category: Entertainment

Directed by John Carney
Starring Paul Rudd, Jack Reynor, Havana Rose Liu, Nick Jonas, Rory Keenan
98mins | 2026 |

When Rick, a past-his-prime wedding singer, meets fading boy-band star Danny during a gig, the two bond over music and a late-night jam session. But when Danny turns one of Rick’s songs into the hit that reignites his career, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves - even if it means risking everything he cares about.

Shrek 25th Anniversary (PG)

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:15 +0100

Event Date: 23 - 28 May 2026
Location: Alhambra Cinema - Penrith
Time: 12.30pm
Category: Entertainment, Family

Directed by Andrew Adamson
Starring Mike Meyers, Eddie Murphy, Cameron Diaz, John Lithgow
90mins | 2001 |

Back in cinemas celebrating 25 years!

It ain't easy bein' green -- especially if you're a likable (albeit smelly) ogre named Shrek. On a mission to retrieve a gorgeous princess from the clutches of a fire-breathing dragon, Shrek teams up with an unlikely compatriot -- a wisecracking donkey.

The Spotlight - Miroirs No.3 (15)

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:13 +0100

Event Date: 24 - 26 May 2026
Location: Alhambra Cinema - Penrith
Category: Arts, Entertainment

Directed by Christian Petzold
Starring Paula Beer
86mins | 2026 |

From Director Christian Petzold...

On a weekend trip to the countryside, Laura miraculously survives a car crash. Physically unhurt but deeply shaken, she is taken in by a local woman who witnessed the accident and now cares for Laura with motherly devotion.

Tom & Jerry: Forbidden Compass (PG)

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:11 +0100

Event Date: 22 - 28 May 2026
Location: Alhambra Cinema - Penrith
Category: Entertainment, Family

Directed by Gang Zhang
99mins | 2026 |

During a chase inside a museum, Tom and Jerry find an ancient magical compass and end up being transported through time. Lost in a distant era, they will need to work together to find a way back home.

Obsession (18)

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:09 +0100

Event Date: 22 - 28 May 2026
Location: Alhambra Cinema - Penrith
Category: Entertainment

Directed by Curry Baker
Starring Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette, Cooper Tomlinson, Megan Lawless, Andy Richter
109mins | 2026 |

After breaking the mysterious "One Wish Willow" to win his crush's heart, a hopeless romantic finds himself getting exactly what he asked for but soon discovers that some desires come at a dark, sinister price.

Finding Emily (12A)

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:07 +0100

Event Date: 22 - 28 May 2026
Location: Alhambra Cinema - Penrith
Category: Entertainment

Directed by Alicia MacDonald
Starring Angourie Rice, Minnie Driver, Yali Topol Margalith, Spike Fearn, Nadia Parkes
111mins | 2026 |

When a lovesick Manchester musician is given the wrong number for his dream girl, he teams up with a driven psychology student to find her. Together, they spark a hilarious campus-wide frenzy that tests their own hearts and ambitions along the way.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu (12A)

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:04 +0100

Event Date: 22 - 28 May 2026
Location: Alhambra Cinema - Penrith
Category: Entertainment, Family

Directed by Jon Favreau
Starring Pedro Pascal, Jeremy Allen White, Sigourney Weaver
132mins | 2026 |

The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu.

Mortgage and Pension Clinic

Fri, 15 May 2026 11:43 +0100

Event Date: 16 June 2026
Location: Newcastle Building Society Penrith
Category: Classes

Our Penrith branch is hosting a Mortgage and Protection Event on 16 June.

We'll be offering dedicated 1 to 1 appointments throughout the day, with access to:

• A Mortgage Adviser, providing tailored advice on buying your first home, or moving home and remortgaging
• A Newcastle Financial Adviser, offering personalised advice on protection options for you and your family

We’re also delighted to be joined by local estate agent Lakes Estates, supporting the Penrith community with valuable local property insight.

Penrith Sparkle - Christmas Lights Switch on

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:25 +0100

Event Date: 21 November 2026
Location: Penrith Town Centre
Entry: FREE
Category: Entertainment, Family

Our brilliant Christmas lights switch-on event. More details will be posted soon....