Southampton Social and Activity

Let's go to see the film about Bruce Springsteen. It's getting very good reviews so let's give it a whirl.

I've booked a seat in Row E on Thursday 6th November for the 1.30pm showing.
https://www.picturehouses.com/whats-on

There is free parking at Harbour Lights cinema but you do need to submit your vehicle registration on the pad to avoid a nasty fine!
Several local bus routes pass near Ocean Village.

Let's go to Royal Palace Restaurant for a great curry meal and also watch the Mayflower Park fireworks from the upper balcony at the restaurant.

I have booked a table for 9 people - and please only put your name down if you definitely plan to come along! By the same token, please remove your name from the list and also the waiting list if your plans change, giving at least one day's notice. Thanks!

The curry menu is very good at Royal Palace Restaurant and includes plenty of mild, medium or hot dishes and also vegetarian options as well as Chef's specials.

Parking nearby is likely to be very busy due to the MayflowerPark fireworks event so please use public transport if you can or arrive early.

Caravaggio's paintings are known for their intense realism and the use of strong contrasts of light and dark, known as chiaroscuro. He was one of the first painters to use this technique, which became a defining characteristic of Baroque art. He also used everyday people as models for his religious and mythological scenes, giving them a sense of realism and immediacy.

Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time – Caravaggio. Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious death, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before.
Multi-award-winning film makers Phil Grabsky and David Bickerstaff delve into the hidden narratives of Caravaggio’s life, piecing together clues embedded within his incredible art. The intriguing self- depictions within his works – sometimes disguised, sometimes in plain sight – offer a rare window into his psyche and personal struggles. Caravaggio’s masterpieces are some of art’s most instantly recognisable. No one else uses his signature blend of dramatic light, intense naturalism and bold, striking figures. His incredible paintings have captivated audiences for centuries. But there lies a deeper mystery – one that still beckons us to explore. What do these masterpieces reveal about the man behind the brush? Join us as we explore the many clues that help us to finally understand the life – and death – of this remarkable man.

Tickets are available here : https://www.picturehouses.com/movie-details/017/HO00016508/exhibition-on-screen-caravaggio?filter=

I've got seat E1 if you'd like to sit in the same row or nearby.
There is free parking at Harbour Lights cinema but you do need to put your vehicle registation number on the pad to avoid a fine.