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National Theatre Live presents

The Fifth Step

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland. After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.

 

 

A note about NTLiveTHIS IS NOT A LIVE PERFORMANCE

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National Theatre Live presents

Hamlet

Hammer Presents National Theatre Live: Hamlet Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question – you know the one. National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Sky’s Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining.

 

 

 

 

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Cambrian Symphony presents

Magic in the Air

Join Cambrian Symphony for an evening of live orchestral music on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM. This free concert features a dynamic and beautiful program, including Mozart’s The Magic Flute, Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Haydn’s Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major (mvmt. II & III), Williams’ Penillion, and Liszt’s Les Preludes.

 

Admission is free, with a suggested adult donation of $25. We look forward to welcoming you for a memorable night of music and community.

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MISSION:

A distinctive, high-quality, San Jose State University-operated performance venue in the heart of downtown San Jose; presenting work by and representative of San Jose State University and serving the community through high-quality programming expressive of the unique characteristics and diverse cultures that comprise the greater Silicon Valley.

 

VISION:

To offer a variety of creative, innovative, and high-quality programming in theatre, music, dance, film, and progressive arts that reflect San José and Silicon Valley’s culture of creativity, diversity, education, and technology.