Dementia Friendly Screenings Jul-Dec 2024

Our monthly dementia-friendly film screenings are fun and social events for people living with dementia and their friends, family and carers.

The screenings have a short talk (and singalong if it’s a musical!) before the screening, a break with refreshments provided and (for musicals) another quick sing before the second part of the film. Tickets are free for companions, and all screenings have captions.

Please note, due to the limitations of our listed building we only have a limited number of spaces for wheelchair users in The McCarthy auditorium. Please ring Box Office on 01723 370 541 in advance to check on availability.

All screenings are on a Friday at 1pm.

19 Jul – The Sound of Music (1965, U)

In the 1930s a young novice is sent to be a governess to the seven children of a naval officer. Book here.

23 Aug – Annie (1982, U)

Young orphan Annie is living a hard knock life in this classic, based on the hit Broadway musical. Book here.

20 Sep – Swing Time (1936, U)

Legendary dancing duo Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers are at the pinnacle of their art playing a feckless gambler and a shrewd dancing instructor. Book here.

18 Oct – Little Shop of Horrors (1986, PG)

A nerdy florist finds his chance for success and romance with the help of a giant man-eating plant who demands to be fed. Book here.

22 Nov – Show Boat (1952,U)

The daughter of a riverboat captain falls in love with a charming gambler, but their fairy tale romance is threatened after his luck turns sour. Book here.

6 Dec – It’s a Wonderful Life (1946, U)

The daughter of a riverboat captain falls in love with a charming gambler, but their fairy tale romance is threatened after his luck turns sour. Book here.

We've also got our dementia-friendly movement class on Thursday mornings, all about chat, cake, and gentle exercises with our specialised practitioner. The emphasis of these sessions is fun, socialising, and expressing yourself creatively in a supportive environment.