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Behind the scenes at DCA

The cast of Downton Abbey stand watching and smiling.

New films from Fri 12 September

See what's on including Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, Caught Stealing and The Roses.

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Introducing our new Head of Exhibitions

We're delighted to announce that Dan Brown has been appointed as Head of Exhibitions.

Children make art together during Spring Holiday Pop-up at DCA

Remember a Charity Week

Mon 8 - Sun 14 September 2025

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Get Creative in DCA Print Studio: October 2025 - March 2026

Book now for our autumn/winter Print Studio classes.

Adult and child making together

Family Activity at DCA

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

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A special Dundead event for Halloween

Join us for The Phantom of the Opera with a newly-commissioned live score

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Games announced for Drop in and Play

We're delighted to share the full list of developers who will be joining us for Drop in and Play on Sat 30 August!

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Meet our DCA Print Studio x Jerwood Residencies participants

We host a number of residencies in DCA Print Studio, welcoming artists from all over the world into the studio to experiment with the equipment and work…

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Complicit: A Michael Haneke Retrospective

Explore the daring films of a controversial auteur

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A look back at Acts of Creation: On Art and Motherhood

From 19 April – 13 July 2025

A woman looks at a child with a bald head through a window.

Get ready for summer scares

Band-new horror and vintage terror coming to our screen this August.

Children take part in outdoor art activities during the summer.

Big Give: Making an impact

Free and fun activities for families during the school holidays