From Here to Eternity (PG) - £4.50
Doors open @ 12.30pm - Join us for a free tea or coffee and a chance to have a chat and socialise
Film starts @ 1.30pm
From Here to Eternity is a 1951 novel by James Jones, later adapted into an acclaimed 1953 film. Set in 1941, just months before the attack on Pearl Harbor, the story follows the lives of U.S. Army soldiers stationed at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii. The novel explores themes of military life, love, duty, and personal rebellion.
The central character, Private Robert E. Lee Prewitt, is a principled bugler and former boxer who refuses to fight in the ring after blinding a friend. His superiors try to coerce him into boxing again, leading to harsh treatment and isolation. Meanwhile, Sergeant Milt Warden, a tough but compassionate man, begins a forbidden affair with Karen Holmes, the neglected wife of his commanding officer.
As tensions rise within the ranks and personal dramas unfold, the bombing of Pearl Harbor ultimately brings tragedy and transformation, exposing the cost of loyalty, honor, and love in a rigid military system on the brink of war.
The story is renowned for its unflinching portrayal of army life and its emotional depth, and remains a powerful exploration of individual struggle against institutional forces.
We recommend those with accessibility issues to consider purchasing tickets at the rear of the auditorium
PLEASE NOTE THAT, OUT OF CONSIDERATION FOR THOSE WHO SHARE OUR SPACE ON A REGULAR BASIS, THE ROYAL LYCEUM IS AN ALCOHOL FREE THEATRE AND WE ASK THAT PATRONS RESPECT THIS DECISION.
We are proud to partner with our Abbey Road neighbours for this production. Small World Restaurant & Tapas Bar, Meat 59 & Ning's Thai will be offering a 10% discount on Pre Theatre meals on the night of your booking. Please book in advance and advise of the discount and present your ticket or evidence of your booking on arrival. Enjoy!
Limited street parking is available but nearest car pars are located - Lower Union Lane TQ2 5PN (Abbey Road Entrance) Levels 1 to 5a (8am to midnight) & Fleet Walk Shopping Centre TQ2 5EA.