Happy start of summer from Lincoln Theater! Time to barbecue, hit the beach, work in the garden, take a long walk in the woods and finish the day in the sweet air conditioning of Lincoln Theater with a movie, a live broadcast, or other event. We wish you a great summer full of fun, friends, and entertainment.

The Railway Man (R, 1 hour 56 minutes)

The Railway Man tells the true story of Eric Lomax (Colin Firth), a British Army officer who is tormented as a prisoner of war during World War II. Decades later, Lomax discovers that the Japanese interpreter responsible for much of his treatment is still alive and sets out to confront him. A powerful and inspiring tale of heroism, humanity and the redeeming power of love.

Firth stars with Nicole Kidman. Final showings Wednesday, June 25 at 7 p.m. and Thursday, June 26 at 2 p.m. Presented in partnership with Mexicali Blues.

Royal Shakespeare Company presents Henry IV Part I  (2 hours 45 mins)

From Stratford-Upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s home, comes this latest production from the RSC.

With his crown under threat from enemies both foreign and domestic, Henry IV prepares for war. Having deposed the previous king, he is only too aware of the tenuousness of his position, and of the price to be paid if he falters. Son, Hal and his friend, Falstaff are thrust into the brutal reality of the battlefield, where Hal must confront his responsibilities to family and throne. This encore screening on Thursday, June 26 at 7 p.m. Please note that Henry IV Part II will be broadcast in July. Presented in partnership with Charter Oak Capital Management.

                                                                                                                     Belle (PG, 1 hour 44 minutes)

Inspired by the true story of Dido Elizabeth Belle (Gugu Mbatha-Raw), the illegitimate mixed race daughter of Admiral Sir John Lindsay (Matthew Goode). Belle's lineage affords her certain privileges, yet her status prevents her from the traditions of noble social standing. After meeting an idealistic young vicar's son bent on changing society, he and Belle help shape Lord Mansfield's role as Lord Chief Justice to end slavery in England.

Belle plays at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 27, Saturday June 28, Sunday June 29, Tuesday July 1, and Wednesday July 2 and Thursday, July 3 at 2 and 7 p.m. Presented in partnership with Legacy Properties Sotheby’s International Realty.

Coming soon

“Chef” opens Friday July 4; The Wimbledon finals broadcast live from England on July 5 and July 6; National Theatre Live’s “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” plays July 10; “The Immigrant” opens July 11 and the FIFA World Cup Finals live on July 13. The theater’s complete monthly schedule and information on all theater events are available at www.atthelincoln.org.

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