Leicester festival puts Midlands filmmakers in the spotlight
Wed 17 Aug 2016
The Short Cinema film festival, at Leicester’s Phoenix cinema and art centre, is in its tenth year and will run from Wed 24 August to Sat 27 August
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Leicestershire artist seeks help to weave some willow magic
Wed 3 Aug 2016
Leicestershire-based international willow artist Tom Hare is building a major new piece of work in the city - and he wants local adults and children to help him design it.
Affordable summer fun for children at Phoenix
Mon 11 Jul 2016
With great films, creative workshops and young filmmaker summer camps, there's plenty to keep young ones inspired this summer at Phoenix.
Phoenix welcomes guide dogs for special screening in partnership with Vista
Wed 25 May 2016
Phoenix is excited to be joining forces with Vista, the region's leading charity for people with sight loss, for a special screening of The Lady in the Van on Friday 27 May.
Mustang | Review
Thu 19 May 2016
'A celebration of the power of camaraderie which brings with it the hope of transcending society’s restrictions.' Alan Morton offers a revealing insight into this coming-of-age Turkish melodrama.
Phoenix ticket pricing - where your money goes
Wed 18 May 2016
Phoenix CEO John Rance discusses the organisation’s charitable work and our considerations when setting cinema ticket prices.
Interview with Artist Luci Eldridge
Tue 17 May 2016
We spoke to artist Luci Eldridge about her practice and research trip to NASA which forms the basis of her joint exhibition at Phoenix from 10 June - 31 July.
10 unique things to do in Leicester
Mon 25 Apr 2016
Travelmag lists Phoenix as one of 10 great things to do for visitors to Leicester.
Artist Q&A - Teresa Dillon, Canary Songs
Wed 20 Apr 2016
A Q&A with Teresa Dillon, artist behind Canary Songs in which a choir recreates the sounds of a WW1 munitions factory in the Phoenix cinema
It’s a Long Shot but it’s worth it!
Mon 11 Apr 2016
In anticipation of the upcoming release of 'Victoria' Mike Anderson tells us why the long take is his favourite filming technique.
Choir of Leicester singers recreate sounds of WW1 munitions factory
Thu 7 Apr 2016
A choir of 25 local female singers has been formed to perform live as part of a new sound artwork.
To Act or not to Act
Thu 31 Mar 2016
Guest writer Charles Hulme shares his top tips for acting on screen.
Indie film lovers encouraged to spread the word on social media
Thu 10 Mar 2016
Phoenix is rewarding cinemagoers with a free drink for posting on social media about the independent and world cinema films they watch in March.
Phoenix prepares for the apocalypse with Dystopian Film Festival
Wed 9 Mar 2016
Festival addresses why we love to watch the destruction of civilisation with five iconic movies from the last 50 years.
Volunteer Choir Members Needed!
Tue 8 Mar 2016
Volunteer choir members needed for Canary Songs - a sound and choral performance at Phoenix - Call-out now closed
Customer Choice: Phoenix Film of 2015
Fri 4 Mar 2016
We asked you to vote for your favourite film of 2015. And the winner is... (drum roll please)
How Gene Kelly influenced me
Fri 12 Feb 2016
Inspired by our Hollywood Classics screenings, assistant film programmer Stuart Peters reminisces over one of Hollywood's biggest stars.
Interview with artist Kenny Wong
Fri 5 Feb 2016
Phoenix’s latest exhibition ‘The Canvas of Resonance’ by artist Kenny Wong Chi-Chuen, is a cinematic sound and visual installation that draws its influences from the Foley artists of the live radio age.
To Japan and back: A brief look at Star Wars, Kurosawa and Japanese influences
Thu 4 Feb 2016
With The Force Awakens recent box office success and Phoenix’s involvement in The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme it seems the perfect time to reacquaint ourselves with the origins of one of cinemas most popular franchises.
Film Review: 'Room'
Fri 29 Jan 2016
Guest writer Rebecca Tivey shares her thoughts on the adaptation of the acclaimed novel, and the acting calibre of Brie Larson and the young Jacob Tremblay in leading roles.
From Furiosa to Grandma
Fri 29 Jan 2016
Praise for Grandma from Ros, our Operations & Customer Services Manager.