Best Online Performance Choices for The Coming Weeks
Harold Fry's Unexpected Journey
Following the author's bestselling novel about a senior's travels was transformed into a 2023 film, it showcased a few charming tracks by artist Sam Lee. Earlier this year, another musician Passenger created the music and lyrics for the theatrical version, which will transfer to London's theatre district in winter. The musician's collection of track versions, One for the Road – including extra songs that weren't included in the stage production and a collaboration from performer Jack Wolfe, who acted as the storytelling character – is currently available to watch online.
Wonderland Tea Party
This performance group is giving the classic story a contemporary twist this winter, with this adaptation at Sadler's Wells. Returning ten years, this creative team reimagined Alice's Adventures in Wonderland with this Royal Ballet commission. Accessible through this streaming service.
The Hedda Adaptation
The playwright relocates this theatrical work from 19th century Norway to post-war England and transforms the main character into a former Hollywood star, in a rewrite inspired by the story of award-winning actress Merle Oberon. Hettie Macdonald directs the actress in the debut production at this performance venue in this location. Streaming 25-28 November.
Aurélie Dupont: Instants of Grace
French film-maker Cédric Klapisch is best known for his frequently lighthearted films – but he also has a love of performance art. His 2022 drama En Corps highlighted dancer Marion Barbeau, whose teacher the renowned dancer, the principal dancer turned dance director at Paris Opera, is documented through amazing dance footage in the filmmaker's earlier work, currently available on the streaming service.
The Inheritance Story
A powerful portrayal from the actor powers the director's 2025 political drama, which comes to this streaming service on the twelfth. During that time, to mark accessibility awareness and two and a half decades of the inclusion-focused group Stagetext, there's a subtitled online event with a live chat for viewers. Signed, narrated and regular editions of the play are available.
Art Flicks
The theatre company's National Young Writers group make every minute count with this series of brief theatrical pieces, presented through short episodes on the social platform. The creators hail from around the UK and the premiere episode, created by Eilidh Nurse, includes the acclaimed actor from the experienced performer. A collaboration with the media organization.
Within the Pages
A teenage-focused story co-written by Jodi Picoult and her family member was the inspiration for this high school musical, which combines the challenges of teenage years with a magical story based on its protagonist's beloved book. Presented in the American city in the past, it's available through this performance service.
Transient Times
"This Leader" was the nickname given to the Spanish performer Carmen Amaya, who achieved fame in the pre-war era. The choreographer and dancer this creator pays tribute to this icon with this performance, recorded during the Lyon Dance Biennale during the current year streaming on Arte.tv.
