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Portishead - Roseland NYC

1 June 2024

In the Playhouse

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 UK | 1998 | English | Concert Film

In 1998, Portishead released a live concert album Roseland NYC Live performing with a 30-piece orchestra. To celebrate its 25th anniversary, join us for a rare screening of the concert film as part of our Vivid LIVE takeover.

Few albums have etched as deep and enduring an impact as Portishead.

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The 25th anniversary of Roseland NYC Live

A special screening of the pioneering Bristol trio’s celebrated concert film, filmed at New York’s Roseland Ballroom with a 28-piece orchestra. Featuring performances of the most acclaimed tracks, ‘Glory Box’, ‘Sour Times’, and ‘Roads’, from their debut and sophomore albums, Dummy and Portishead, the screening follows the release of the 25th Anniversary Edition of the live album, which has sold over 1 million copies worldwide.

Presented by Sydney Opera House

Cast and credits

Director Dick Carruthers
Starring Beth Gibbons, Geoff Barrow, Adrian Utley

Roads by Portishead (Live From The Roseland Ballroom 1997)

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