The government have advised that, whilst stopping short of forcing theatres and cinemas to close, people should stay away, and so Storyhouse will be temporarily closed from Tuesday 17 March. We are not yet sure how long this will be for, but this does affect a number of events, shows and screenings.

This film is no longer planned to go ahead, and we are working to see if we can find an alternative date.
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We are humbled by the support of our staff, volunteers and wider community and thank you for your patience as we work through each event and contact all customers. There is no need to get in touch with us.

Remember to stay safe and look after each other.

Directed by: David Lynch 
Starring: John Hurt, Anne Bancroft, Anthony Hopkins 

A 30th anniversary year restoration of David Lynch’s gothic tale of Joseph Merrick. Exhibited as a ‘freak’ in Victorian London, Merrick is found by surgeon Frederick Treves who brings him to the London Hospital, however despite Treves intention to care for Merrick he soon finds himself the object of attention for a whole new audience.  With breathtaking cinematography and an outstanding performance by John Hurt, the film raises questions about society’s casting off of those perceived as different, the human body and the ethics of societies. On release The Elephant Man was nominated for eight Academy Awards.