For the first time in the country, Scope Cinemas, Sri Lanka’s leading movie theatre chain, is proud to announce exclusive screenings of productions held at London’s Royal Opera House.
Patrons can now enjoy world-class opera, ballet, and theatre showcases at Scope, further revolutionizing the cinema-going experience in Sri Lanka and putting it on par with service standards overseas.
Screening programme
- Royal Opera House: The Sleeping Beauty - Ballet
Be swept away by Tchaikovsky’s ravishing music and Oliver Messel’s sumptuous fairytale designs with this true gem from the classical ballet repertory.
16, 17, 18, 24 and 25 June 2023
Scope Cinemas Multiplex – Colombo City Centre - Ziggy Stardust & The Spiders from Mars: The Motion Picture
Concert & Documentary
The band’s performance on July 3, 1973, was captured on film by award-winning director DA Pennebaker (famed for Dylan’s classic ’67 doc, Don’t Look Back) and released under the title of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders From Mars: The Motion Picture.
3 – 30 July 2023
Scope Cinemas Multiplex – CCC - Royal Opera House: Don Quixote
Ballet
Teeming with wit and an abundance of bravura choreography, this energetic 19th-century ballet is enlivened by Ludwig Minkus’ spirited score and is a wonderful showcase for the virtuosity of The Royal Ballet's Principal dancers. Created for The Royal Ballet a decade ago, Carlos Acosta’s exuberant production brings the sunshine and charm of Spain to the stage with Tim Hatley’s characterful designs.
29 November – 3 December
Scope Cinemas Multiplex – CCC - Royal Opera House: The Nutcracker
Ballet
Julia Trevelyan Oman’s period designs bring festive charm to Peter Wright’s beloved Royal Ballet production, as fairytale magic comes together with spectacular dancing in this unforgettable classic ballet.
22 December – 7 January
Scope Cinemas Multiplex – CCC - Macmillan MANON
Ballet
Kenneth MacMillan’s passionate ballet tells the story of Manon, who is torn between her desire for a life of splendour and riches and her devotion to her true love Des Grieux. This adaptation of Abbé Prévost’s novel embodies Kenneth MacMillan at his best, his acute insight into human psychology and his mastery of narrative choreography finding full expression in the impassioned duets of the central couple.
29 February – 10 March 2024
Scope Cinemas Multiplex – CCC - MADAMA BUTTERFLY
Opera
Sung in Italian with English subtitles. For all the beauty and romance of the music, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly remains a deeply moving – and troubling – story, fatally bound up with the destructive forces of imperialism. Moshe Leiser and Patrice Caurier’s poignant, painterly production stars Asmik Grigorian as Cio- Cio-San with Joshua Guerrero as Pinkerton.
17th April – 5th May 2024
Scope Cinemas Multiplex – CCC - Royal Opera House: Black Swan
Ballet
Tchaikovsky’s sensational score combines with the evocative imagination of choreographer Liam Scarlett and designer John Macfarlane to heighten the dramatic pathos of Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov’s quintessential ballet classic. Swan Lake remains to this day one of the best-loved works in the classical ballet canon.
16 May – 2nd June 2024
Scope Cinemas Multiplex - CCC
About Scope Cinemas – Sri Lanka
With an eye toward becoming Sri Lanka’s first multi-sensory luxury entertainment company, Scope Cinemas is on a constant push for excellence and innovation. By offering a service that rivals the standards of theatre chains overseas, Scope is treating Sri Lankans to an unparalleled cinematic experience. From foundational aspects such as superior viewing formats and comfortable seating, to standout events including movie festivals and red-carpet premieres, Scope is creating a year-round season of moviegoing revelry.