Artwave: Surrealism Exhibition Open Call
As part of the 2024 Artwave festival (7 – 22 September) Depot will be holding an open exhibition of art created by the public in the Studio.
The theme of this year’s open exhibition at Depot is Surrealism. We are inviting artists of all ages and experience to submit works of art inspired by this theme
Dalliance at Depot
Every Saturday from 17:00
May – September 2024
Depot’s weekly live music & street food extravaganza is back for the summer.
Summer of Music: Latin America
July – August 2024
Depot’s annual Summer of Music continues this year with five great films featuring Latin American music.
If the Streets Were on Fire
Thursday 1 August
Q&A screening with director Alice Russell, hosted by documentary filmmaker Jerry Rothwell.
Follows the social movement BikeStormz. Co-founded by activist Mac Ferrari in 2014, it’s a biannual bike ride-out across London that gives young people a space of safety, liberation and creative freedom where they can stand up against violence and build community.
Fungi: Web of Life
Monday 5 August
With narration from Björk, join acclaimed British biologist Dr. Merlin Sheldrake on a journey to explore some of the grandest and strangest organisms ever discovered, and learn about the important lessons fungi can teach humanity about survival through cooperation.
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Live: Latin Guitar Paul & Tony Shepherd
Sunday 11 August, 15:00 – 17:00
To tie in with our Summer of Music: Latin America season, we welcome guitarist Paul Richards on and Tony Shepherd on percussion explore the rich music of South America – live on our terrace. This is a public performance with no need to book in advance.
Donald Sutherland Season
Wednesday 14 – Thursday 22 August
Canadian actor Donald Sutherland, who died on June 20th aged 88, was one of the most popular and versatile of actors. Joing us in celebrating his life and career with a selection films showcasing his finest roles.
Coraline - 15th Anniversary
15 August (2D) and 17 August (3D)
This stop-motion animation classic returns to our screens for its 15th anniversary – combining the visionary imaginations of celebrated author Neil Gaiman and groundbreaking studio, Laika!
Lone Star - 4K Restoration
Wednesday 21 August
Academy Award winner Chris Cooper, Matthew McConaughey and Academy Award winner Frances McDormand lead a powerhouse cast in John Sayles’ densely woven, powerful and wrenching Lone Star.
MaxMezzowave presents: The Wheelman
Monday 9 September
A live sound event in the cinema
Embark on an immersive, sonic healing journey with “The Wheelman,” an electronic cinematic performance inspired by the ancient Indian Chakra system and sound therapy protocols.
Women Over 50 Film Festival 2024
Saturday 21 September – Early bird tickets now available
With fun, fearless and real stories by and about women over 50, Women Over 50 Film Festival (WOFFF) champions and showcases the work of older women on screen and behind the camera.
Cinelogue
Depot’s strand dedicated to screening arthouse, independent and cult films while engaging in discussion on issues surrounding film and cinema culture.
Cinemas of the Mind
A screening with post-film discussion facilitated by Dr Jake Harvey, a forensic psychiatrist, and Jenny Leeburn, a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, focusing on the psychological aspects of the film, and the emotional impact on the viewer.
Kino Collective
A group of young people dedicated to sharing an enthusiasm and knowledge of cinema through the hosting of specially selected screenings and events for young adults.
Book to Film Club
Depot’s Book to Film Club is a relaxed and open space to talk about books and movies. With classics, horror, and sci-fi on the shelf, there’s something for everyone to get their reading glasses on for.
Dementia-Friendly Screenings
People living with dementia shouldn’t have to give up the things they love, due to inaccessible or unsupportive environments – including visiting a cinema.