Month: October 2021

Screams and Tricks at V36 is making a frightening come back this Halloween from Friday 22 October until Sunday 31 October. This much sought after event will have plenty of fun fair attractions to keep everyone entertained.  

Screams and Tricks will open on Friday 22 October 6pm-9.30pm, Saturday 23 October 2pm-9.30pm, Mon 25October – Friday 29 October 4pm-9.30pm and Sunday 31 October 6pm-9.30pm stopping at 8pm for the fabulous Spooked Out firework display.

This year will see the return of the Inclusive Sensory session on Sunday 24 October from 2-4pm. The lights and noise levels of the funfair will be adapted for children and adults with specific needs.

The Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Billy Webb said “I am delighted to see the return of Screams and Tricks at V36 which will complement the Spooked Out event! Halloween will be an action packed time with plenty for all the community to get involved with this year. I am especially thrilled about the Inclusive session returning, enabling children and adult with specific needs to also enjoy the event.”

For more details on all our event please visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/events. Our new Arts and Culture Customer Hub service, which includes a live chat facility and direct telephone number T: 0300 123 7788 – (calls charged at local rate) can assist with any queries. The Customer Hub operates Monday – Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm. Pease visit antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk for more details.

A children’s book of fun and adventure based on the North Coast

Any of you who know the North Coast will know how important the RNLI is and how committed the volunteers are to “Saving Lives at Sea”

Since the pandemic the role of our Lifeboats have become ever more vital due to many of us staycationing and enjoying the many water sports on offer for all age groups.

Dr Martin O’Kane is the Lifeboat Medical Advisor at Portrush Lifeboat Station and has seen first-hand what the volunteers do and the training they do all year round to keep our beaches safe.

Martin has also seen the two Lifeboats (fondly known as “The Big Boat and the Wee Boat’) in action and this sparked an idea in Martins imagination for a children’s story based on the North Coast and about lifeboats.

Martin said: –

‘Dee and Sam have been the by-product of the recent pandemic. Once I had finished my sessions in the local Covid centre I would come home and as I looked over the beautiful East Strand an idea started to form in my head. From this idea Dee and Sam came to life.  I also wanted to celebrate the stunning scenery so beautifully captured by Alice which embodies the Antrim Coast. The local Lifeboat crew continued to selflessly answer calls during lockdown and I also felt it important to reiterate the ‘Float to Live’ message for children enjoying our beautiful beaches. It has been a pleasure to bring Dee and her friends to life so that children can share in her exciting adventure’

When Martin was ready with his final proof, he shared with friends who were so excited with the story that they encouraged him to speak to local artist Alice Rohdich to see if she would do the illustrations for ‘Dee The Little Lifeboat.’

Alice is well known on the North Coast and further afield for her beautiful ethereal drawings, so she was an obvious choice to do the illustrations. Alice was delighted to get involved and has captured the vision that Martin had in his head of what the story would look like.

Alice commented: –

Being asked to illustrate a book during Covid was just perfect timing! For the first time in over 40 years “lockdown” meant an enforced holiday and no work! In a tourist area, where we run ‘The Souvenir Shop’, our family business since 1887 the future looked grim! No tourists, no customers, potentially no income! Imagine, normally at this time of year we would be preparing for the “season” ahead, Raft Race, Northwest 200, Easter, Summer…and our doors were closed… And then Martin messaged… And of course, I said “yes” Yes to the opportunity to support a charity so close to my heart, one my husband had dedicated over 25 years of our married life to. I spent those early days of lockdown, walking, imagining, thinking, sketching, painting and the missed “season” just flew by, as Sam and Little Dee became my constant companions! Dee the Little Lifeboat is so much more than a very important message about Safety at Sea. It is a story of belief, of friendships, of dreams and all cast against the beautiful backdrop which we are so very blessed to call home, The stunning Causeway Coast! It was also a time for me, to step back from work, to take time to look at the beauty of where I live, to take time to see it from a new viewpoint, and all while fulfilling one of my own dreams….to illustrate. My eternal thanks and immense gratitude go to Martin for his complete belief and trust in me to match his beautiful words with pictures. To Judy, Jane and Olivia for their much appreciated encouragement and constant support at each stage of development … I am so thrilled to introduce my friends Dee the Little Lifeboat and Sam!

Since then, many afternoons have been spent in Martin’s dining room overlooking the beautiful East Strand working on the text and the drawings, talking to the RNLI about safety messages before eventually pulling it all together and handing the finished manuscript to the publishers.

All proceeds from ‘Dee” will go towards the RNLI, a charity that depends solely on donations and the Lifeboat Crew at Portrush are very excited that their lifeboats will feature in a book written by one of their volunteers.

_{With a countdown to half term holidays, Ards Puppet Festival is excited to welcome back the wonderful and talented Banyan Theatre with several performances of the fast-paced adventure, The Gingerbread Man.} 

_{Told using the magical craft of puppetry, enchanted storytelling and original music, this classic tale will capture the imagination of littles ones and be a tasty treat for all the family.} 

_{‘Run, Run as fast as you can; you can’t catch me, I’m the Gingerbread man!’} 

_{Performances are being held at Ards Arts Centre on 26 & 27 October, at 12noon and 2pm on each day and tickets are £5. The show is suitable for age range 3+.} 

_{Emily Crawford, Arts and Heritage Manager for the Council is delighted to be back “It is so great to be able to offer live puppet shows again. Sadly, we are unable to offer a full Puppet Festival this year, but we are thrilled that families will be able to get together to enjoy this magical show, from our amazing partners at Banyan Puppet Theatre.”} 

_{For information and booking, please visit ANDCulture.org.uk} 

As part of this year’s Book Week NI celebrations Libraries NI is delighted to welcome local authors Séamas O’Reilly, Louise Nealon and Niamh Campbell along with book critic John Self for a series of interviews with BBC NI presenters.

Book Week NI, now in its sixth year, is a joint initiative celebrating the pleasures and benefits of reading, arising from the partnership between BBC Northern Ireland and Libraries NI. During the week everyone is encouraged to visit their local library to start reading again, read something new, to set some time aside for reading with the children in our lives or to simply take some time to yourself to read and relax.

The series of events will take place in local libraries and will also be streamed live online.

On Monday 18 October at 6:30pm in Derry Central Library, Séamas O’Reilly will be in conversation with music legend and BBC Radio Ulster presenter Mickey Bradley.

Séamas O’Reilly’s first book is a memoir about his childhood entitled “Did Ye Hear Mammy Died?” It is by turns a moving and hilarious account of life as the ninth of 11 children, growing up in 1980’s Derry following the death of Seamus’s Mum.  The book explores grief with wry observations about a loving, loud, chaotic family and their inimitable patriarch, Joe.

On Wednesday 20 October at 1:00pm, Omagh Library will welcome BBC’s Ireland Correspondent Emma Vardy who will interview Irish authors Louise Nealon and Niamh Campbell.

Louise Nealon is an award winning writer from County Kildare who was the 2017 winner of the Seán Ó Faoláin International Short Story Competition and was the recipient of the Francis Ledwidge Creative Writing Award. SNOWFLAKE is her first novel.

Niamh Campbell’s debut novel This Happy was nominated for the An Post Irish Book Awards, the Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year Award, and the John McGahern Book Prize. In 2020 she also won the Sunday Times Audible Short Story Award for her story ‘Love Many’. She is the 2021 Writer in Residence at University College Dublin.

To complete our trio of Book Week NI events, Marie-Louise Muir from BBC Radio Ulster’s The Culture Café, will be interviewing book critic and self-titled ‘book botherer’ John Self in Tullycarnet Library at 6.30pm on Thursday 21 October.

John Self lives in Belfast, is a freelance book critic writing a number of publications including The Guardian, whilst also being the lead fiction reviewer for The Critic.

John will share some of his unique experiences about being a book critic providing insight into his process and just some of the books that he has reviewed over the years, and looking forward to the best reads of this year.  This event is a must for serious book lovers.

These events are open to all library members and virtual library members and will also be streamed live online. If you’re not a member, simply join online at librariesni.org.uk or call in to your local library.

To book your place, please email events@librariesni.org.uk and include your name, membership number and the title of the event you would like to attend indicating also if you want to attend in person or join the live stream. 

​Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre’s live music programme continues this autumn with a concert by bluegrass and country band Pilgrim St on Saturday 6th November at 8pm.

Strongly influenced by old time country and folk music fused with traditional folk songs from this side of the Atlantic, Pilgrim St bring a warm and lively atmosphere and have garnered glowing endorsements thanks to their powerhouse live performances.

The musical collective includes Peadar Farrelly on guitar and vocals, Eugene Donegan on banjo and vocals, Eoin McDonnell on mandolin and vocals, Francis McGinn on bass, Mark Lynch on dobro, Brendan Kelly on accordion and vocals and Cathal McQuaid on the fiddle.

The band’s set list of covers and original songs draws from luminaries such as Hank Williams, Woody Guthrie, The Pogues and Bruce Springsteen’s Seeger Sessions outfit, and they have previously graced the stages of Electric Picnic and Vicar Street.

With the launch of their debut album “Ash Into Gold Dust” in 2021 during the pandemic, it is only now that they can tour the album and play some new tracks written during lockdown.

The cabaret style seating will be allocated to guests on arrival, allowing for one metre social distancing.  

A maximum of 45 tickets are available and patrons are asked to wear a facemask when moving through the communal areas of the building. Please note this event is not BYO and there will be no bar facilities.

Tickets for the concert cost £18 and are available via Eventbrite here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pilgrim-st-tickets-188228445347 or through the Arts and Cultural Centre’s Box Office by calling 02877 760 650.

For full details on COVID guidelines please visit https://www.roevalleyarts.com/events/pilgrim-st

With a truly unrivalled programme of events, The City of Derry International Choir Festival returns for its biggest year yet, bringing the city to life for a celebration of music in all its forms.

Celebrating its ninth successful year, the festival will feature a mix of digital and in-person events, as the festival once again boasts a variety of performances in venues across the city. The sensational line-up includes performances from Grammy Award-winners Chanticleer, critically acclaimed vocal ensemble Tenebrae, as well as the return of award-winning Derry chamber choir, Codetta.

For more information on the festival, and to book tickets please visit: https://www.derrychoirfest.com/

Opening Gala Concert: The Voyage

Date: Wednesday 20 October 2021

Time: 7:30pm/doors open 7pm @ Millennium Forum

Featuring local choirs and singers alongside members of the Ulster Orchestra, this year’s City of Derry International Choir Festival kicks off with the Opening Gala Concert where audience members will enjoy a performance of Bob Chilcott’s deeply emotive The Voyage as well as the first ever live performance of a new work by County Antrim composer Elaine Agnew entitled Remarkable, performed by the Arts Care Choir (Armagh), Codetta and Ulster Orchestra.

Tickets to the event are £21.50/£13.50 conc.

Booking: https://www.millenniumforum.co.uk/shows/derry-choir-fest-the-voyage/

The Road Home

Date: Thursday 21 October @ St. Columba’s Church Long Tower

Time: 9pm

Sure to be one of the major highlights of the City of Derry International Choir Festival, Thursday night will see the return of the award-winning Derry chamber choir Codetta with Derry cellist Kim Vaughan as they perform Stephen Paulus’ stunning piece The Road Home.

Tickets are free and pre-registration is required. Early booking is advised.

Booking: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/derrychoirfest

Tenebrae

Date: Friday 22 October @ St Columb’s Cathedral

Time: 7:30pm

Described as “phenomenal” by The Times, award-winning choir Tenebrae are returning for a live performance in St Columb’s Cathedral. Under the direction of Nigel Short, the choir are renowned as one of the world’s leading vocal ensembles acclaimed by their passion and precision.

Tickets are priced at £26/16 conc. Please note that due to Covid-19 guidelines, there is a maximum capacity of 150 people and it is recommended to book tickets early to avoid disappointment.

Booking: https://www.millenniumforum.co.uk/shows/derry-choir-fest-tenebrae/

Oak Tree of Derry Concert

Date: Friday 22 October (Virtual/Online)

Following a hugely successful online-only festival last year, which generated an unprecedented 250,000 views from all over the world, this year will include a synchronised mix of in-person and virtual events throughout the city as part of an immersive programme of live and digital concerts. Viewers will have the chance to relive performances from previous winners of the Oak Tree of Derry Trophy with choirs from Estonia, Indonesia, Ireland and many more.

Let’s Just Sing community event

Date: Saturday 23 October @ Foyle Arena

Time: 4:30pm 

Siobhan Heaney will be joined by a selection of the best-known community choir leaders in leading this year’s community event. The event is an opportunity for singers of all levels and experience to come together and sing some well-known songs including Stand by Me and Something Inside So Strong. 

If you are interested in coming along and joining the singalong, simply follow the link below and fill out the form.

Register: https://derrychoirfest.com/2021-festival/letsjustsing.php

Chanticleer

Date: Saturday 23 October (Virtual/Online)

Time: 8pm

Grammy Award-winning American a cappella ensemble Chanticleer, described as the “world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker, and known across the globe as the “orchestra of voices”, make their debut at the City of Derry International Choir Festival with a bespoke virtual concert.

Tickets are free of charge

Register in advance: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/derrychoirfest

Hymns of Remembrance and Hope

Date: Saturday 23 October @ St. Eugene’s Cathedral

Time: 9pm

This special hymn service at St. Eugene’s Cathedral is to reflect on what our communities have come through since March 2020 by joining together to sing as a congregation.

Representatives from the city’s churches will lead us in prayer and song as we commemorate those who have died during the pandemic, honour the dedication of frontline workers and the resilience of our own communities, and look forward with hope to our recovery and reawakening. All are welcome, limited capacity.

Tickets are free of charge

Register in advance: https://derrychoirfest.com/2021-festival/hymn-singing-registration.php

SO HAPPY IT HURTS TOUR ANNOUNCED FOR BELFAST AND DUBLIN IN SUMMER 2022

29 May: The SSE Arena, Belfast

TICKETS GO ON SALE AT 9AM THIS FRIDAY, 15 OCTOBER 2021

Monday 11 October 2021: Platinum selling and Grammy Award winning musician Bryan Adams has announced live arena shows for Belfast and Dublin in summer 2022 with a headline tour.

Tickets for The SSE Arena on 29^th May and 3Arena on 30^th May go on sale at 9am on Friday 15th October.

Widely considered one of the most iconic rock musicians in the world, Adams has countless accolades and awards and has sold more than 65 million albums worldwide. 

The tour is in support of his 15^th studio album set for release in March 2022, aptly titled So Happy It Hurts.

BRYAN ADAMS 2022 UK AND IRELAND TOUR DATES:

MAY

13 May               Brighton, Brighton Centre

14 May               Birmingham, Utilita Arena

15 May               Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena

17 May               Manchester, AO Arena

18 May               Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena

20 May               Newcastle, Utilita Arena

22 May               Aberdeen, P&J Live Arena

23 May               Glasgow, SSE Arena

26 May               London, The O2 Arena

29 May               The SSE Arena, Belfast

30 May               3Arena, Dublin

JULY

5 July                   Durham, Emirates Riverside

6 July                   Kelso, Floors Castle

8 July                   Norwich, Blickling Estate

Catch Bryan Adams live in concert in Belfast and Dublin next summer.

Tickets go on sale at 9am this Friday at www.Ticketmaster.ie

Experience unforgettable feats of strength and heart in

Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero

A magical medley of  classic and modern tales including Moana, Tangled, and Frozen!

The SSE Arena, Belfast: 3^rd December to 5^th December 2021

Tickets on sale Friday 15^th October at www.ticketmaster.ie

Disney On Ice is back with a magical adventure for the whole family! Audiences will discover what it truly means to be a hero as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends from around the Disney Kingdom come together to take families on a journey through timeless tales when Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero skates into the UK. Featuring more than 50 Disney characters this production includes something for everyone, from modern tales to timeless classics!

The production will premiere in Birmingham on the 28^th October, before travelling throughout the UK visiting Manchester, Exeter, Aberdeen, Newcastle, Sheffield, London and stopping at The SSE Arena, Belfast in time for festive fun from Friday 3^rd December to Sunday 5^th December.

Tickets go on sale on Friday 15^th October from www.ticketmaster.ie

Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy set the stage for a star-studded talent extravaganza in Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero. See how far Moana will go when she embarks on an action-packed voyage with mighty demigod Maui in a quest to save her island, become a wayfinder, and find her own identity. Unleash the magic with royal sisters Anna and Elsa and the hilarious snowman, Olaf, as they sing captivating songs like “Let it Go” and “In Summer.” Life is the bubbles when Sebastian strikes up his hot crustacean band and the Daughters of Triton make a splash as they introduce Ariel in an ‘80s pop montage. Get tangled up with a chorus of rowdy inhabitants of the Snuggly Duckling when they get a visit from the spirited Rapunzel and her charming ally, Flynn Rider, on their journey to see the floating lights. Relive a “Tale as Old as Time” when Belle opens her heart to new adventures and the Beast’s enchanted objects take center stage for a dazzling skating spectacle inviting audiences to “Be Our Guest.”.

“We’re excited that Disney On Ice will be returning to the UK following the shutdown and providing families the opportunity to make memories and experience live family entertainment, “said Kenneth Feld Chairman and CEO of Feld Entertainment. “We were the first live touring family entertainment company to come back at a reduced capacity in the US, with over a million people attending our live events since October 2020. We’ve been learning and leading the way to return to full capacity in a responsible manner for our fans, staff and the industry.”

Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero brings beloved characters to life through cutting edge figure-skating, eye-catching costumes and stunning set designs. Innovative lighting, thrilling special effects, high-flying jumps and breathtaking skating make Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero an experience the whole family will treasure forever!

Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero will be skating across the UK from the 28^th October 2021 to the 2^nd January 2022. For the complete list of tour dates, head to www.disneyonice.co.uk Stay current on the latest developments through social media by visiting:

Facebook:  www.facebook.com/DisneyOnIceUK   

Twitter: @DisneyOnIce #DisneyOnIce

YouTube: www.youtube.com/DisneyOnIce  

Instagram: @DisneyOnIce

Customer wellness is our top priority, and we are working hard with our trusted partners to ensure the highest standards of safety and wellness when it comes to live experiences. Please check the venue website to review venue policies.

Waterfront Hall: Tuesday 5 October 2021

Millennium Forum: Thursday 7 October 2021

Tickets on sale today at 6pm

www.Ticketmaster.ie 

We are happy to announce two acoustic shows next week in our homeland Northern Ireland. Next Tuesday Oct 5^th at the Waterfront Hall, Belfast and Thursday Oct 7^th at the Millennium Forum, Derry. 

We have desperately wanted to add some NI shows onto this tour that we are currently on. We didn’t think we were going to get a chance to play in NI on this tour but the opportunity has presented itself so we jumped at it. Sorry about the short notice but the only way we could make the shows happen.

We’re really looking forward to them both!

Hopefully see you there. SP.x

Snow Patrol Acoustic

Tuesday 5 October: Waterfront Hall, Belfast

Thursday 7 October: Millennium Forum, Derry

Tickets on sale today at 6pm from: www.Ticketmaster.ie 

• Waterfront Hall: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/venueartist/459370/903408
• Millennium Forum: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/venueartist/460658/903408

For more information, visit
www.snowpatrol.com
www.facebook.com/snowpatrol
www.instagram.com/snowpatrol
www.twitter.com/snowpatrol
www.youtube.com/snowpatrol

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Snow Patrol announce two acoustic shows

Waterfront Hall: Tuesday 5 October 2021

Millennium Forum: Thursday 7 October 2021

Tickets on sale today at 6pm

www.Ticketmaster.ie 

We are happy to announce two acoustic shows next week in our homeland Northern Ireland. Next Tuesday Oct 5^th at the Waterfront Hall, Belfast and Thursday Oct 7^th at the Millennium Forum, Derry. 

We have desperately wanted to add some NI shows onto this tour that we are currently on. We didn’t think we were going to get a chance to play in NI on this tour but the opportunity has presented itself so we jumped at it. Sorry about the short notice but the only way we could make the shows happen.

We’re really looking forward to them both!

Hopefully see you there. SP.x

Snow Patrol Acoustic

Tuesday 5 October: Waterfront Hall, Belfast

Thursday 7 October: Millennium Forum, Derry

Tickets on sale today at 6pm from: www.Ticketmaster.ie 

• Waterfront Hall: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/venueartist/459370/903408
• Millennium Forum: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/venueartist/460658/903408

For more information, visit
www.snowpatrol.com
www.facebook.com/snowpatrol
www.instagram.com/snowpatrol
www.twitter.com/snowpatrol
www.youtube.com/snowpatrol

Waterfront Hall: Tuesday 5 October 2021

Millennium Forum: Thursday 7 October 2021

Tickets on sale today at 6pm

www.Ticketmaster.ie 

We are happy to announce two acoustic shows next week in our homeland Northern Ireland. Next Tuesday Oct 5^th at the Waterfront Hall, Belfast and Thursday Oct 7^th at the Millennium Forum, Derry. 

We have desperately wanted to add some NI shows onto this tour that we are currently on. We didn’t think we were going to get a chance to play in NI on this tour but the opportunity has presented itself so we jumped at it. Sorry about the short notice but the only way we could make the shows happen.

We’re really looking forward to them both!

Hopefully see you there. SP.x

Snow Patrol Acoustic

Tuesday 5 October: Waterfront Hall, Belfast

Thursday 7 October: Millennium Forum, Derry

Tickets on sale today at 6pm from: www.Ticketmaster.ie 

• Waterfront Hall: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/venueartist/459370/903408
• Millennium Forum: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/venueartist/460658/903408

For more information, visit
www.snowpatrol.com
www.facebook.com/snowpatrol
www.instagram.com/snowpatrol
www.twitter.com/snowpatrol
www.youtube.com/snowpatrol