National Theatre Live ALLELUJAH!

Filmed Theatre Screening by Alan Bennett

The Beth, an old fashioned cradle-to-grave hospital serving a town on the edge of the Pennies, is threatened with closure as part of an efficiency drive. A documentary crew, eager to capture its fight for survival, follows the daily to find beds on the Dusty Springfield Geriatric Ward, and the triumphs of the old people’s choir.

Alan Bennett’s celebrated plays include The History Boys, The Lady in the Van and The Madness of George III, all of which were also seen on film. Allelujah! is the tenth collaboration with award-winning director Nicholas Hytner.

Certificate 15 | Running time: 170 mins including interval