NT Live to Screen The Audience at Bingley Arts Centre
February 10, 2026Helen Mirren stars as Queen Elizabeth II in acclaimed production
The National Theatre Live production of The Audience will be shown at Bingley Arts Centre on 23 March 2026, with two screenings scheduled at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. This marks the return of the play to cinemas for the first time in over ten years.
The Audience features Helen Mirren in the role of Queen Elizabeth II. The play, directed by Stephen Daldry, has received Olivier and Tony Awards and explores the private weekly meetings the Queen held with her prime ministers over a span of 60 years. These meetings, known as “The Audience,” provided insight into the relationship between the monarch and political leaders, including Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher, and David Cameron.
About the production
- Written by Peter Morgan, the play inspired the Netflix series The Crown.
- The filmed version was captured live from London’s West End in 2013.
- It has become one of the most-watched National Theatre Live productions.
- The production is recommended for audiences aged 12 and over.
Event details
- Date: 23 March 2026
- Times: 2:30pm and 7:30pm showings
- Venue: Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street, BD16 2LZ
- Ticket price: £13 (general admission)
Tickets are available to purchase in advance. For more information and to book tickets, visit the event page.
