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We enrich people's lives through art, culture and creativity.

What's on today and tomorrow

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France-Lise McGurn: The Charm Offensive

Sat 22 Aug - Sun 15 Nov 2026

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Dundead: The Phantom of the Opera (1925) with live score by Andrew Wasylyk and Tommy Perman + Q&A

We are delighted to welcome Scottish musicians Andrew Wasylyk and Tommy Perman back to DCA for a very special launch event for their new album.

Upcoming events

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Craft Sunday: Hand Painted Tiles with Eleanor Meredith

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Experimental Relief Etch Printing

Sat 12 - Sun 13 Sep 2026

Discovery Film Festival 2026

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Schools Programme

Free screenings to enhance your classroom learning – booking opens Mon 24 August!

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New films from Fri 21 August

See what's on, including Tony, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma and more

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Why we love...director Jane Schoenbrun

Dundead programmer Michael Coull takes us through Schoenbrun's filmography ahead of Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma.

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Family Activity at DCA

Find out what's on for families during August and download our Family Activity Calendar

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Sculpting in Time: Andrei Tarkovsky

Join us to celebrate legendary director Andrei Tarkovsky with a special film season showcasing all seven of his feature films.

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Activity Sheets Inspired by Francis Dosoo and Adrián Balseca

Make a leaf, design some shoes, create your own mascot and more with our activity sheets, all inspired by the exhibitions In the Forest Ruins and Portrait…

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Rip It Up

A new film season exploring the changing face of youth rebellion, culture and expression – from joy to heartbreak – on screen.

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Vouchers and gift memberships

A DCA voucher is the perfect gift for the film fan, artist or creative in your life. Alternatively, a DCA Gift Membership provides discounts, offers and priority booking.

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Donate to DCA

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Take your seat

Celebrate good times or remember a loved one by naming a seat in Cinema 1.