ISLAND Arts Centre Lisburn Northern Ireland Sept-Dec 14 Brochure by Island-Arts Centre

Sept - Dec 2014

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The vouchers are ready to be redeemed against any directly promoted ISLAND Theatre Event, Artwork and Activity or ISLAND Membership and can be used in person at our Box Office, over the phone or online. *Please note that our vouchers are valid for one year from the issue date. There is an additional 50p postage charge. All events are correct at the time of print. Lisburn City Council reserves the right to alter the programme without notice and to make special offers throughout the season. Offers cannot be claimed retrospectively on tickets already purchased. Front cover image: Neil Shawcross

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The perfect treat or show of appreciation for any occasion. You choose the amount you wish to gift to someone and the voucher will be emailed directly to them or posted in a special presentation wallet.

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Join, renew, or give a gift of ISLAND Membership. Come here often? Why not become an ISLAND member and enjoy a range of benefits including 10% ticket discounts, giving you more value, the more times you use it. Call in and see us or T: 028 92 509509.

Current ISLAND Members If you had an account on our old Box Office System, please note that your password may have changed due to our system changeover. Please use the ‘forgotten password?’ link to reset your password. You will be sent a randomly generated password, which you can change once you log in by going to ‘My Account’. If you experience any difficulties, please get in touch on T: 028 92 509509 or E: arts.info@island.lisburn.gov.uk

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Test Drive the ISLAND If you haven’t been to the ISLAND in a few years or ever - register for Test Drive the Arts NI. As a Test Driver you can be our special guest, along with your partner or a friend, at a live event. Visit www.testdrivetheartsni.org to find out how to collect your FREE double pass and enjoy a great night out. Terms & Conditions apply and tickets are subject to availability. We look forward to welcoming you to the ISLAND.

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Calling all FULL-TIME students! Why not treat yourself to a night out to a show or performance of your choice.* From 7pm on the day of each performance anyone in full-time education and young people aged 25 and under can purchase remaining tickets at the discounted price of just £5. Proof of eligibility will be required and can be purchased IN PERSON from the ISLAND Box Office. *Subject to availability. Excludes Guest Hires and cannot be used in conjunction with other offers. Check availability online or by calling T: 028 92 509254.

This season the Arts Service team is delighted to announce that it received a 4 star grading as an Arts Venue! A big thank you to all of our patrons who made this possible.

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Lisburn offers foodies a wealth of dining opportunities. ISLAND has teamed up with local restaurants and bars who are happy to offer Pre Theatre and Post Show Offers. Simply show your theatre ticket. From soothing comfort foods to fine dining - it’s all on the table. For further information on participating restaurants visit www.lisburnccm.co.uk or T: 028 92 660625. Keep up to date with nights out in Lisburn City Centre via facebook.com/LoveLisburnNightsOut.

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Bring Your Events to Life and Hire the ISLAND Warm, friendly and professional, your Arts Service Team is here to make your creative event or business meeting run smoothly. Our stunning river-side location is easily reached from all major road networks and rail stations. Select from a 110-seater fully equipped Studio Theatre or supporting spaces for meetings, rehearsals or workshops. All are modern well serviced rooms and studios providing excellent value for money. The ISLAND has also been accredited for accessibility, has free parking, free Wi-Fi and on-site catering. For further information or to arrange a tour of the facilities please contact Barry or Mags on T: 028 92 509506 or E: arts.admin@island.lisburn.gov.uk

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Fri 19

Culture Night Lisburn

5pm til late

VARIOUS

Sat 1

Jonathan Harker and DRACULA

8pm

THEATRE

Fri 19

‘Anthem for a Doomed Youth’ (Guy Masterson)

8pm

THEATRE

Fri 7

ISLAND Music Club

8pm

MUSIC

Fri 14

The Holy, Holy Bus

8pm

THEATRE

Sat 20

Micky Bartlett

8pm

COMEDY

Sat 15

Maurice Dickson

8pm

MUSIC

Fri 26

Dana Masters (with Ronnie Greer & Linley Hamilton)

8pm

MUSIC

Fri 21

Maiden Voyage Dance

8pm

DANCE

Sat 22

Andrea Begley

8pm

MUSIC

Fri 3

Chris Newman & Máire Ní Chathasaigh

8pm

MUSIC

Fri 28

Robin Colvill

8pm

MUSIC

Sat 4

‘An Evening with Ella’ (Fiona Trotter)

8pm

MUSIC

Fri 5

Ronnie Greer Blues Band

8pm

MUSIC

Sun 5

Beth Nielsen Chapman

8pm

MUSIC

Tues 9

7pm

VARIOUS

Thurs 9 Red Molly

8pm

MUSIC

Community Circus Lisburn

Sat 11

Classics for Children

7.15pm

MUSIC

Fri 12

Christmas in the Trenches

8pm

THEATRE

Fri 17

The 4 of Us

8pm

MUSIC

Thurs 18

AJ Swing Spectacular

8pm

MUSIC

Fri 24

The Trials of Galileo

8pm

THEATRE

October

December

Lisburn City Council Arts Service is delighted to be working in Partnership with Castlereagh Borough Council Arts Service. ISLAND Arts Centre is a Lisburn City Council Facility

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Culture Night Lisburn Take a Walk on the Culture Side! Lisburn locals can celebrate one of the city’s best nights out at Culture Night Lisburn’s second birthday. Brilliant, busy, ad hoc, fun and FREE it brings a serious lineage of live talent to bars, restaurants and pop-up alfresco spaces across Lisburn.

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Enjoy the chilled, cultural vibe with your friends and family and indulge yourself in a cocktail of art, music, theatre and dance. Socialize with a glass of something cool and refreshing and enjoy delicious food and great craic along the way. Culture Night Lisburn was created by Lisburn Historic Quarter Arts Group in partnership Lisburn City Centre Management. Check out local press or ISLAND Arts Centre’s Facebook or Twitter feeds closer to the time. If you would like to be one of the many performers at the Culture Night Lisburn celebrations or would love to host an event at your premises contact: Amanda Kirkpatrick, Extravaga M: 079 2234 8875 E: extravaga.events@yahoo.co.uk Date: Fri 19 Sept Time: 5pm - late Where: Various locations across Lisburn Cost: FREE

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Theatre Tours International presents

Anthem for a Doomed Youth In commemoration of the Great War, the multi-award winning Guy Masterson (‘Under Milk Wood’ and ‘Animal Farm’) brings the trenches vividly to life through World War One poetry and accounts from both sides of No Man’s Land. Powerfully evocative, the roll of honour includes Wilfred Owen (Dulce Et Decorum Est, Anthem For Doomed Youth), Siegfried Sassoon (The Rank Stench, A Mystic As Soldier) and Isaac Rosenberg (The Immortals, Spring 1916, Break of Day), together with hitherto unknown German poets and moving stories such as Erich Maria Remarque’s All Quiet On The Western Front and the legendary Christmas Truce. Date: Fri 19 Sept Time: 8pm Cost: £12/£10 con

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Mickey Bartlett Is Not Even Sorry Straight out of the comedy hub that, somehow, is Lurgan, Micky Bartlett is Northern Ireland’s answer to Kevin Bridges. In his new show Micky explores relationships…again, and tells everyone what it’s like to be mildly famous and absolutely broke. He’s still afraid of his parents…he’s still a bit too chubby...and he still thinks he’s a student…but he’s still hilarious! Only a young pup, but with the comic skill of a seasoned professional Mickey has featured in three recent BBC NI series: ‘Find Me the Funny’, ‘LOL’, and ‘Monumental’. He is one of the most popular acts on the circuit, destroying audiences with embarrassing stories that any normal person would take to the grave. ‘Very Funny’ Jimeoin ‘One of the most consistently funny comedians I have ever worked with’ Adam Hills ‘Micky is one to watch…see him now before the tickets are too expensive’ Jake O’Kane

Date: Sat 20 Sept Time: 8pm Cost: £12/£10 con

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Dana Masters with the Linley Hamilton Band & Ronnie Greer

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An Evening of Soul, Jazz and Blues Dana Masters (Vocals), Linley Hamilton (Trumpet), Ronnie Greer (Guitar), David Lyttle (Drums), Nicky Scott (Bass Guitar). Dana Masters, now resident in Lisburn, is a powerful Soul/Gospel/Jazz vocalist from Ohio. Firmly established on the local music scene, with appearances in Bert’s at The Merchant among other venues, Dana sings songs by Al Jarreau, Michael Franks, Dinah Washington,Viktoria Tolstoy and others. Linley Hamilton, a stalwart of the Irish jazz scene and BBC Radio Ulster presenter, has recently released two albums, ‘Taylor Made’ in 2012 and ‘In Transition’ just this year. Along with Dana, Linley and his band played with Van Morrison at his New Year’s Eve concert in Belfast. Date: Fri 26 Sept Time: 8pm Cost: £14 9

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This celebrated virtuoso partnership has presented its unique musical vision in 22 countries on five continents – at venues from tiny historic churches and splendid palaces in Kyoto and Istanbul, to London’s Barbican, Sydney’s Town Hall and Cologne’s Philharmonie. Chris and Máire’s performances are a breathtaking blend of Traditional Irish Music, hot Jazz, Bluegrass and Baroque, coupled with evocative songs, striking new compositions and Chris’ delightfully subversive wit. ‘An eclecticism and spirit of adventure that is quite thrilling... Virtuoso playing... bewitching string fantasies and a wonderfully clear and expressive voice’ The Times ‘One of the UK’s most staggering and influential acoustic guitarists’ fROOTS

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An Evening with Ella ‘The First Lady of Song’ Ella Fitzgerald was the most popular female jazz singer in the United States for more than half a century. In her lifetime, she won 13 Grammy Awards and sold over 40 million albums. Known for her sultry ballads, Ella worked with the jazz greats including Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Dizzy Gillespie and Benny Goodman.

‘Brilliant, innovative harping and guitar-playing of astonishing virtuosity and versatility’ Songlines

Fiona Trotter, greatly influenced by Ella and the songs of the great American Songbook, recreates some of the magic and unique vocal style that Ella was renowned for. This ‘Evening with Ella’, featuring some of the finest musicians on the Irish Jazz scene, showcases Fiona’s charismatic stage presence, vocal sensitivity and sassy scat singing.

Date: Fri 3 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £14/£12 con

Date: Sat 4 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £12/£10 con

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David Hull Promotions presents

Beth Nielsen Chapman

Considered by many to be one of the finest singer/ songwriters of her generation, Beth Nielsen Chapman has written hits for artists including Emmylou Harris, Bette Midler, Elton John, Neil Diamond, Roberta Flack, Mary Chapin Carpenter and Willie Nelson. In concert, her songs are interwoven with storytelling rooted in folk and Americana traditions. On her new album, ‘Uncovered’, Chapman’s prowess at writing in a wide range of styles shines through, from infectious Pop to Bluegrass and Country, the thread that runs through it all is her great passion for the well written song. Date: Sun 5 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £20

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Frontier Promotions presents

Red Molly

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‘Lit up the stage, as a massive crowd of adoring fans sat mesmerised by their silky smooth harmonies and superb musicianship.’ Bristol Herald Courier

‘joyful and sublime’ John Platt, WFUV FM Americana trio Red Molly has been bringing audiences to their feet with gorgeous three-part harmonies, crisp musicianship, and their warm, engaging stage presence. The band, celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, consists of Laurie MacAllister (Bass and Banjo), Abbie Gardner (Dobro and Banjo) and Molly Venter (Guitar). Last year the trio opened a series of shows for Willie Nelson. Their CD ‘Light in the Sky’ spent 20 weeks on the Americana Music Association’s Top 40 radio chart and charted as Folk DJs No.3 Top Album of 2012. www.redmolly.com Date: Thurs 9 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £15 13

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Classics for Children

Studio Symphony Orchestra Share the joy and excitement of this family concert designed to spark children’s interest in classical music and its composers. Professionally directed by members of the Ulster Orchestra, Studio Symphony Orchestra introduces children to the instruments of the modern symphony orchestra in a colourful and fun manner. The story of Peter and the Wolf, narrated by BBC Northern Ireland’s Noel Thompson, has introduced generations of children to the orchestral instruments and equally enchants the adult audience. Haydn’s Toy Symphony is a delightful piece of musical humour featuring some very unusual instruments! The concert will also feature the Suzuki Kids. Suzuki is a world renowned method that teaches violin playing to young children, and some of the marvellous local Suzuki kids will be performing with the orchestra. Date: Sat 11 Oct Venue: ISLAND Hall Time: 7.15pm Cost: £12/£9 con or £35 family ticket (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children) 14

The 4 of Us Celebrating their 25th anniversary The 4 of Us will showcase songs from their new album, as well as the old favourites from their extensive back catalogue in this special acoustic show. Don’t miss this chance to catch them live.

‘Never before have I been to a gig where the atmosphere has been so electric …’ The Irish News

Date: Fri 17 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £15

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Icarus Theatre Collective presents

The Trials of Galileo by Nic Young

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‘An excellent piece of theatre.... it’s a joy to listen to the stories which surround this fascinating period of Papal dominance and fear.’ British Theatre Guide

Ulster Theatre Company and Theatre at the Mill present

Jonathan Harker and DRACULA

Hit one-man show comes to ISLAND’s intimate Studio Theatre hot on the heels of its international success.

Directed by Michael Poyner Original music score by Mark Dougherty

Experience the sarcasm, humour and wit of this science versus theology drama which centres on great astronomer Galileo's trial for heresy after he showed that the earth revolves around the sun.

This new adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic masterpiece on vampirism, sees Gerard McCarthy playing both Jonathan Harker, whose diaries chronicle the bloody tale; and the greatest supernatural character of all time, Dracula.

Galileo's tragedy is that he never understood that his differences with the church were not about reason, logic, and scientific fact. He understood the science better than any man alive, but never grasped the politics. Until it was too late.

Using multiple cameras, backing screens, projections, surround sound and a newly commissioned score, this solo tour de force will make audiences scream.

‘Passionate, intelligent, hilarious, chilling…in Tim Hardy's phenomenal performance, the knife-fight between science and religion does not take place between men, but INSIDE one.’ Dr Gary Taylor, Florida State University

Date: Fri 24 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £12/£10 con

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www.JonathanHarkerAndDracula.com Date: Sat 1 Nov Venue: ISLAND Hall Time: 8pm Cost: £16/£14 con

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ISLAND Music Club Ronnie Greer - Guitar Ken Haddock - Vocals Linley Hamilton - Trumpet Scott Flanigan - Piano Blues guitarist Ronnie Greer hosts another night in the ISLAND Music Club series. Singer/songwriter Ken Haddock is considered a powerhouse in the genres of Rock, Blues and Soul, tonight he showcases his lesser known prowess in the field of Jazz singing. Along with trumpeter Linley Hamilton and pianist Scott Flanigan, two of Ireland’s leading jazz musicians, Ronnie Greer will provide a strong Blues element to an evening of music heavily influenced by the Great American Songbook. Date: Fri 7 Nov Time: 8pm Cost: £14

Brassneck Theatre Company presents

A bittersweet comedy about love, happiness, disappointment and faith, ‘The Holy, Holy Bus’ will have us laughing, praying and shedding a few tears along the journey as well.

by Pearse Elliott

From the company that has had sell out success with ‘A Night With George’ and ‘Man In The Moon’.

The Holy, Holy Bus

There is a pilgrimage that leaves a West Belfast parish once a year, to tour the holy sites of Ireland. The local parishioners call it, ‘The Holy, Holy Bus’. Over seven hectic days, we follow four of the female faithful on personal journeys (warts and all), as they embark on this hilariously madcap adventure which will change all of their lives forever.

N.B. May contain strong language and material of an adult nature.

Date: Fri 14 Nov Time: 8pm Cost: £12/£10 con 19

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‘A genius performer with amazing stage presence and personality’

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Maiden Voyage Dance and Liz Roche Company

Maurice Dickson

Neither Either

Stonehaven Folk Festival Singer songwriter Maurice Dickson has been writing and performing for over 30 years. His strong stage presence and trademark Folk and Blues guitar picking has earned him a hugely enthusiastic audience across the acoustic music circuit throughout the UK, Ireland, Europe and beyond.

‘....the strain of being in two places at once, of needing to accommodate two opposing conditions of truthfulness simultaneously...’ Seamus Heaney

Two dance companies, one from Belfast and one from Dublin, come together to premiere a new dance work that looks at the predicament of living out two conflicting states of mind at once.

‘One of the most talented solo artists on the festival circuit today…held the audience spellbound and made his guitar talk.’ Arran Folk Festival

‘Lifts you up, throws you down and spins you round in the way only a seasoned pro can.’ Scotland on Sunday Date: Sat 15 Nov Time: 8pm Cost: £14

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‘Roche’s choreography is delicately woven but its threads possess an elusive tensile strength. Entrancing.’ Donald Hutera, The Times

‘Liz Roche is an artist with a serious track record...’ Judith Mackrell, Guardian

Choreographed by Liz Roche and set to Neil Martin’s score; identities, beliefs, emotions and aspirations are put to the test in this poignant blend of dance, poetry and music. Post Show Talk - Meet the dancers and choreographer after the show at 9pm for a discussion about the themes of the piece and working in the creative industry today. Date: Fri 21 Nov Time: 8pm Cost: £10/£8 con

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David Hull Promotions presents 2013 UK Winner of ‘The Voice’

Andrea Begley Andrea Begley comes from a strong musical heritage with her aunt being country legend Philomena Begley. In 2013 Andrea won the second series of the Voice UK with Danny O’Donoghue of The Script as her mentor. Andrea’s first album ‘The Message’ reached no. 7 in the UK charts in October last year. Andrea will sing some of the beautiful cover versions featured on her album as well as some of the Irish traditional music that she grew up with. www.andreabegley.com Date: Sat 22 Nov Time: 8pm Cost: £14/£12 con Date: Fri 7 Nov Time: 8pm Cost: £14 22

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Robin Colvill

From Bach to Gershwin

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International Concert Pianist Robin Colvill is also an accomplished and entertaining raconteur, when introducing pieces he often provides interesting insights to composers and their world. Concert Programme Air on a G String Bach Andante Favori Beethoven Paganini Variations Isaak Berkowitsch Nocturne in C# minor Chopin Song Without Words Thomé Canon in D Pachelbel Interval Petrarch Sonnet No.104 Clair de Lune Cordoba Love Walked In Andante and Rondo Capriccioso

Liszt Debussy Albeniz Gershwin Mendelssohn

Date: Fri 28 Nov Time: 8pm Cost: £12/£10 con

We are grateful to the Arts Council of Northern Ireland for the loan of the Steinway for this concert.

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Ronnie Greer Blues Band Ronnie Greer returns with his regular five piece Blues band, for one of the most anticipated and well supported events in our calendar. Ronnie’s distinctive guitar style, incorporating both Blues and Jazz inspired nuances, has been critically acclaimed as world class. Ronnie is accompanied by his powerhouse band - Anthony Toner (Guitar and Vocals), John McCullough (Keyboards), Alan Hunter (Bass Guitar) and Colm Fitzpatrick (Drums).

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Over by Christmas In the Trenches, 1914 Date: Fri 12 Dec Time: 8pm Cost: £12/£10 con

An entertaining and emotive invocation of the first winter of World War 1, the war that they said would be over by Christmas. Using a mixture of period songs, live music, and fragments of different narratives and lives, this show presents the spectrum of experience and feeling during wartime. At times humorous, touching, and deeply moving, this show captures the triumph of the human, and Christmas spirit over adversity.

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Expect a night of Blues, Roots and a little Jazz based music, played with style and conviction, as Ronnie steers the band from Muddy Waters to Steely Dan. Early booking for this event is highly recommended.

‘This is a magnificent band, of world class’

‘Proper Blues from a proper Bluesman’

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Ralph McLean, BBC Radio Ulster

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Christmas Swing Spectacular AJ Brown - Vocals & Saxophone Linley Hamilton – Trumpet Scott Flanigan - Piano

A special evening of Jazz Swing arrangements of many Christmas favourites from Ding Dong Merrily on High to Silent Night. What better way to begin your Christmas celebrations than in the company of master musicians and a singer that has been hailed as the next Michael Bublé? Singer, songwriter, saxophonist Alexander James Brown (AJ), is stylistically affiliated to Frank Sinatra, Mel Tormé and Tony Bennett. AJ has been special guest with Clare Teal, Sir Tim Rice and Ian Shaw in concerts at Wakefield Theatre Royal, Harrogate Festival and the Ilkley Festival.

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Over 40 young performers present their high octane and spectacular contemporary circus skills at this fun, daring Cabaret with a difference. Be dazzled and delighted with fantastic family entertainment including Juggling, Acrobatics, Dance and Aerial Skills. Dates: Tues 16 Dec Time: 7pm Cost: FREE

‘The UK’s next Michael Bublé’ Yorkshire Post ‘Remember the name ‘AJ Brown’...a very special performer... soon he’ll be playing every major venue in the UK and beyond’. Clare Teal, Jazz Singer / BBC Radio 2 Presenter Date: Thurs 18 Dec Time: 8pm Cost: £16

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Watercolour

This course is designed for those who wish to explore and experiment with materials and techniques. A variety of media such as acrylic, watercolour, pastel, gouache, oils; and a range of techniques, including various types of brush work, and the use of other equipment such as palette knives, rags, sponges, etc. will be demonstrated and explored.

Learn how to make a range of practical and/or decorative items such as a cushion, doorstop, apron or wall hanging along with seasonal decorations. Hand sewing and sewing machine use will feature. Please bring your own machine. At the end of term we’ll make some fabric Christmas decorations for your home.

This course, aimed at both beginners and more experienced painters, concentrates on how to see, plan and apply watercolour. Tuition will be demonstration based, and will highlight the unique qualities and properties of watercolour paints, and the brushes and papers used.

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Explore the choice of materials, planning and composition, mark making, colours, washes and masking. Learn how to lay down washes, mix colours and use tone as a way of bringing depth to your paintings.

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Dawn Allen Mon 22 Sept – 8 Dec 10.30am – 12.30pm 12 weeks £58 / £46 con

Pastel Painting Experience and explore the potential of soft pastel, in a class that is suitable for all abilities. Subjects will include landscape, animals, still life and portraiture. The tutor will do demonstrations and provide reference photographs and give individual help and advice with materials, skills and techniques. Please bring your own soft pastels (not oil pastels) and an A3 pastel sketchbook. Tutor: Date: Time: Duration: Cost:

Dawn Allen Mon 22 Sept – 8 Dec 7pm – 9pm 12 weeks £58 / £46 con

Naomi Whan Mon 22 Sept – 8 Dec 7.15 – 9.15pm 12 weeks £58 / £46 con

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Chris Dearden Tues 23 Sept – 9 Dec 10.30am – 12.30pm

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Fri 26 Sept – 12 Dec 11am – 1pm

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Duration: 12 weeks Cost: £58 / £46 con

Priority Booking for ISLAND Members is available at the Box Office from Thurs 28 Aug at 9.30am. General release is from Wed 3 Sept at 9.30am. We need a minimum number of participants to run each course. Please help us to help you by booking early.

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Painting for Pleasure

Oils & Acrylics

Creative Writing

Fantastic Flowers

A relaxed, sociable class for all abilities with the attention on drawing and painting the subject matter of your choice, whether from memory/imagination or perhaps photographs, books or maybe still life.

Explore oils and acrylics by experimenting with ways of applying paint, glaze, texture and colour.

This course will cover various aspects of the written word including prose and poetry. Designed to encourage freedom of thought and experimentation in writing styles, it is suitable for both beginners and more experienced writers alike. Lynda Tavakoli is the author of two novels and her short stories and poetry have been published in a wide range of literary journals and anthologies.

Beginning with simple yet stunning table flowers, you will progress to create more complex designs. Each week, your knowledge of flower materials and techniques will increase, and you will have your own contemporary floral arrangement to take home.

Tutor: Raymond Henshaw Date: Tues 23 Sept – 9 Dec Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm or 1 – 3pm Duration: 12 weeks Cost: £58 / £46 con

Learn about the differences between oil and acrylic, how best to apply both; drying times; mixing possibilities; what techniques to employ - impasto, use of a palette knife, etc. Please bring along a sketchbook and basic materials. Tutor: Date: Time: Duration: Cost:

Dawn Allen Wed 24 Sept – 10 Dec 10.30am – 12.30pm 12 weeks £58 / £46 con

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Lynda Tavakoli Wed 24 Sept – 10 Dec 10am – 12pm 12 weeks £58 / £46 con

Reel-Style Adult Irish Dance

Both six week blocks of ‘Fantastic Flowers’ can be booked at the start of term. Tutor:

Fiona Harvey

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Beginners and those returning to Irish Dance Tutor - Anne Reid Date: Wed 27 Aug (classes run to Jun 2015) Time: 7.30 - 9pm Cost: £25 (per 5 week session) To book contact Anne - T: 028 90 324732 M: 077 1423 3298, E: annereidirishdance@gmail.com 30

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This is the ninth year of this popular fun, fitness class for Ceili and Solo dances in Traditional and Contemporary Style.

Wed 24 Sept - 29 Oct /Wed 5 Nov - 10 Dec 7 - 9pm 6 weeks £34 / £28 con

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Fri 26 Sept – 31 Oct /Fri 7 Nov - 12 Dec 10.30am – 12.30pm 6 weeks £34 / £28 con

Woodcarving for Beginners Woodcarving is fun, accessible and creative. Through demonstrations the tutor will show you the variety of shapes and sizes of chisels that can be used; guide you in the safe and effective use of chisels, including sharpening techniques; and show how to achieve different types of carvings. You will also learn about different woods and their properties.

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Drawing

Fine Art Techniques

This is a fun, sociable class full of practical tips to help students draw more accurately what they see. All abilities welcome. With both individual tuition and exercises, you can choose to pursue your own projects by bringing in still-life objects, photographs or follow the exercises and explore line, shape and illusion of space. Occasionally we will look at drawings by other artists for inspiration. Tutor: Date: Time: Cost: Duration:

Ashley Holmes Thurs 25 Sept – 11 Dec (no class on 20 Nov) 10am – 12pm £54 / £43 con 11 weeks

Pottery Instruction will include throwing and use of the wheel, hand building and experimentation with glazes and forms. Classes are carefully designed to meet the needs of all abilities from complete beginners to the more experienced potter. Classes on Monday and Tuesday run for 12 week blocks and cost £93 / £82 con (fee includes all material costs). Thursday class will run for 11 weeks and cost £86 / £75 con. Tutor: Andrea McCullough-Alderdice

All materials and tools will be provided and at the end of the course you will have made a relief carving of a leaf that you can take home.

Intermediate / Advanced Date: Mon 22 Sept – 8 Dec Time: 7.30 – 9.30pm

Tutor: Stephen Ryan Date: Wed 1 Oct – 5 Nov Time: 7 - 9pm Cost: £62 Duration: 6 weeks

Beginners Date: Tues 23 Sept – 9 Dec Time: 7.30 – 9.30pm

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Beginners / Intermediate Date: Thurs 25 Sept – 11 Dec (no class on 20 Nov) Time: 9.45 – 11.45am

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Ideal for those who need a portfolio for university or job interviews, this class is also suitable for anyone with an interest in developing their skills as an artist/designer.

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Tutor: Mary Doran Date: Thur 25 Sept – 11 Dec (no class on 20 Nov) Time: 7pm – 9pm Duration: 11 weeks Cost: £58 / £46 con

Picture Framing Designed for those who have no framing experience but are interested in learning how to make good quality frames, using basic tools and equipment. Tutor: John Orsi Date: Fri 26 Sept – 17 Oct Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm Cost: £36 Duration: 4 weeks

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Sewing Machine Basics

Pottery: Work the Wheel

This introduction to sewing machines will show you how to thread the bobbin and control the foot pedal for even stitching. Learn about free machine embroidery, and how to adjust hems and make alterations. Participants should bring along a sewing machine (in good working order) with a spare needle. If you don’t have a sewing machine, enquire at time of booking and one may be available to use.

Learn how to get to grips with the potter’s wheel in this truly hands on session. Practice throwing, learn how to centre on the wheel, and how to apply decorative techniques to your work. Once fired, your creations will be available to collect the following week.

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Naomi Whan Sat 20 Sept 1.30 - 4.30pm £15

Tutor: Andrea McCullough-Alderdice Date: Sat 27 Sept Time: 1.30 - 4.30pm Cost: £28

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Learn a variety of glass painting methods including sponging, adding embellishments and mixing colours as well as the best techniques for brush painting, painting on awkward shapes and using outliners. Choose from a selection of glassware including vases and sun-catchers to decorate, and as we will use paints and outliners that air dry, you will be able to take finished pieces home. The techniques you learn can Tutor: Dawn Allen also be applied to cards and pictures to Date: Sat 4 Oct create a stained-glass effect. Time: 10am - 4pm

Dawn will demonstrate and guide you step-by-step in the art of creating a likeness. Using acrylic paints you will be shown techniques for introducing character and capturing expression. All abilities welcome. Acrylic paints and canvas boards will be provided. Please bring along a photograph or picture that you would like to paint.

Cost: £28

Tutor: Naomi Whan Date: Sat 11 Oct Time: 10am - 3pm Cost: £25

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Chainmaille Jewellery

Pastel Pets

You will create various items of jewellery using different chainmaille techniques and patterns by using a combination of silver and gold plated jump rings and beads. No previous jewellery skills needed - suitable for beginners and more advanced students. A fun but therapeutic day.

Learn to paint a pet, or other animal, using pastels and velour paper. After a demonstration from the tutor, the day will include tips for sketching out your portrait, to layering up the fur in pastel and creating lifelike features.

Tutor: Nikki Terlik Date: Sat 18 Oct Time: 10am - 4pm Cost: £28

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Please bring pastels, a sketching pencil and rubber and a good clear, close-up photograph of the pet/animal you would like to paint. Paper will be supplied.

Tutor: Emma Colbert Date: Sat 25 Oct Time: 10.30am - 4pm Cost: £22

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Picture Perfect

Bejewelled Brooch

Choosing the right frame for an art work is a skill. Learn about what will enhance and showcase a work; see good and bad examples; consider options such as type of mount, glass and size of frame; look at famous art works and their frames; and you will have the knowledge to help you make the right decisions when framing work.

Janice’s unique pieces (Pageant Jewellery) combine lustrous threads with hand-beading to create richly embellished, ornate works of art. Taking inspiration from her work you will design and create a machine embroidered brooch or pair of earrings.

Using a wooden peg loom, you will have the chance to enjoy the traditional, and rather therapeutic craft of peg loom weaving.You can turn your weaving into a handbag or cushion cover at the end of the workshop under the expert guidance of Dorothy Dinsmore.

Please bring sewing scissors and a sewing machine with straight and zig-zag stitches and darning or freehand embroidery foot.

Tutor: Dorothy Dinsmore Date: Sat 15 Nov Time: 10am – 4pm Cost: £25

Tutor: John Orsi Date Sat 1 Nov Time: 10am – 2pm Cost: £15

Tutor: Janice Gilmore Date: Sat 8 Nov Time: 10am – 4pm Cost: £28

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Unlocking Creativity

Candle Calligraphy

Festive Floral Swag

Aimed at people who feel they want to be creative but do not know where to start, this workshop aims to dispel the ‘I’m not talented enough’ conditioning that holds so many people back. Fiona Quigley is a trained art psychotherapist and her therapeutic approach provides a safe environment to discuss where the blocks in creativity come from.

Learn some basic Calligraphy techniques before designing script that you will apply to a candle. Using Uncial script you can personalise a candle to create a special keepsake for a significant date or occasion such as a birthday, christening or wedding.

Create a spectacular seasonal door decoration to welcome friends and family this Christmas. Using fresh materials, this long–lasting creation will bring warm festive scents and colours to your home. Filled with cinnamon sticks, orange slices, cones, cloves and more your creation will be an eye–catching and sweet smelling feature.

Tutor: Fiona Quigley Date: Sat 22 Nov Time: 10am – 4pm Cost: £22

Tutor: Jacquie Brachi Date: Sat 29 Nov Time: 10am – 1pm Cost: £20

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Tutor: Fiona Harvey Date: Sat 6 Dec Time: 10am – 1pm Cost: £36

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These workshops are ideal for children who have yet to attend primary school. Parents, grandparents, childminders and carers are invited along to join in these exciting and stimulating workshops which include art and craft, storytelling, drama, music and movement.

Pots for Tots

Baby Jam

Younger children and their parents/carers will go potty for these creative clay workshops. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Jelly Tots

Pottery pieces will be fired in the kiln and can be collected the following week.

Using nursery rhymes and upbeat music we will shake, tap, clap and drum - all great foundations to help babies and toddlers count. We will use interactive props and end the class with some basic massage and relaxation. Happy, sleepy babies guaranteed!

A wonderful opportunity for younger children and parents/carers to explore their creativity. In a stimulating, friendly and encouraging environment, this series of vibrant and exciting visual art workshops will bring out the artist in everyone.

Tutor: Andrea McCullough-Alderdice

‘Dress for mess’

Tutor: Andrea McCullough-Alderdice Date: Mon 22 Sept - 8 Dec Time: 9.45 – 10.45am Cost: £54 Duration: 12 weeks

Tales, Laughs and Crafts

Terrible Treats Bowls

Tutor Lisa Nicholson Date: Thurs 6 Nov Time: 10 - 10.45am Age: 3 - 12 months Cost: £5

Make a spooky bowl for collecting treats at Hallowe'en. Decorate with skulls, spiders, ghosts or ghouls. Sat 11 Oct, 2 – 4pm Cost: £10

Gingerbread Men Plates

A short, fun session to introduce your child to creative play and the arts. Explore movement and play through the use of multi-sensory props while listening to music and nursery rhymes. Then learn a craft in the Kids’ Arts Zone and take your creation home with you.

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Sat 8 Nov, 2 – 4pm Cost: £10

Lisa Nicholson Sat 4 Oct & Sat 29 Nov 2 – 3pm £4 per child per session (adults go FREE)

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Create a cute gingerbread-man shaped plate. Pottery pieces will be fired in the kiln and can be collected the following week.

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Crafty Kids

FREE Kids’ Arts Zone

Kick start the weekend with lots of opportunities for children to delve into the world of the arts. With a host of arty activities on offer, including sculpture, drawing, painting, printmaking and craft, children will be encouraged to delve into their natural creativity.

Early years learning is all about discovery and the freedom to play, be creative and experiment. Children’s imaginations will be stimulated and developed through artistic experimentation in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

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Sarah Thomson Fri 26 Sept - 24 Oct & Fri 7 Nov - 5 Dec 4 - 5.30pm 5 - 11 years £22 per 5 weeks

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Sarah Thomson Sat 27 Sept - 25 Oct & Sat 8 Nov - 6 Dec 11am - 1pm 5 - 8 years £25 per 5 weeks

The Clay Club There’s something about getting messy at the wheel that really appeals! Children will learn the three basic methods of hand building with clay – slab work, coiling and pinching, as well as how to throw clay on the wheel. They will learn about slips, glazes, decorating, and perhaps best of all – firing, when they get to see the magic that can emerge from the kiln.

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Andrea McCullough-Alderdice Sat 27 Sept - 25 Oct & Sat 8 Nov - 6 Dec 11am - 1pm 7 - 11 years £40 per 5 weeks (materials included)

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Mid-Term Hallowe’en Festival

to Learn, Engage and Play!

Cackling Cool Crafts

Play, create and experiment with ideas and materials linked to ISLAND’s exhibitions. Dress up, twirl and play with our props box and costumes. Dive into your very own digital art world on the iPad. Or simply curl up in our armchair and enjoy a good read together.

A day to let your imagination loose and make some Hallowe’en themed crafts which will include witches/wizards hats, pasta skeletons and balloon ghosts to take with you to Hallowe’en parties.

This Drop-in Zone is suitable for children aged 2 - 12 years old when accompanied by an adult. Normal opening hours apply.

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Thurs 30 Oct 10am - 4pm 5 - 11 years £17 (includes all materials)

Hallowe’en Clay Day Children love getting messy at the wheel in our professionally equipped pottery studio. Learn about hand building with clay – slab work, coiling and pinching, as well as how to throw clay on the wheel with tutor Andrea McCullough-Alderdice. Date: Time: Ages: Cost:

Fri 31 Oct 10am - 4pm 5 - 11 years £24 (includes all materials)

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iPad photography Tutor: Janine Mayes Date: Sat 11 Oct Time: 1.30 - 4.30pm Cost: £20 per family (3 spaces per family – additional space is £7) Explore the creative potential of your iDevice. Learn about the best apps to create, edit and share your AMAZING Family photos. Bring your fully charged iPad and/or iPhone with you. Chocolate Memories Tutor: Amy Dixon Date: Sat 8 Nov Time: 2 - 3.30pm Cost: £29 per family (3 places per family – additional space is £9) Learn from a professional chocolatier how to create personalised chocolate treats to take home and enjoy. Origami Christmas Decorations Tutor: Maeve Henry Date: Sat 6 Dec Time: 2 - 4pm Cost: £20 per family (3 places per family – additional space is £7) Use your paper folding skills to create origami Christmas decorations.

Suitable for Secondary Level students

ISLAND Youth Theatre (IYT)

Pottery Tutor: Andrea McCullough-Alderdice Date: Fri 3 Oct Time: 7 - 9pm Cost: £9

Performing Arts Experience for young theatre makers aged 12 - 19 years. Date: Sat 27 Sept – 6 Dec Time: 2.30-4.30pm Cost: FREE

This Picasso - inspired workshop will explore the creative use of clay, coloured slips, applied textures and hand-building techniques.

Want to act, sing and dance? IYT is a community of young people passionate about the dramatic arts. If you’ve an interest in theatre, then we’ve the role for you. We offer weekly, professional-led theatre making workshops and activities in an exciting, fun environment. No experience is necessary. Just the commitment and drive to put on a great show.

Printmaking Tutor: Anushiya Sundaralingam Date: Fri 7 Nov Time: 7 - 9pm Cost: £8

Learn dry-point (dry etching) print making. Bring a photograph or image with you to base your print on and discover ways to create a unique print that you can take away.

Join us on Sat 20 Sept, 2.30 – 4.30pm to take part in an informal and fun audition.

Fashion Sewing Tutor: Roseanna McReynolds Date: Fri 5 Dec Time: 7 - 9.30pm Cost: £8

For more information contact Lesley T: 028 92 509512 E: lesley.wilson@island.lisburn.gov.uk.

Make an individual tote bag with guidance from Roseanna, wardrobe assistant to stars such as Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus.

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Enliven your experience of current exhibitions with a Gallery tour. Or explore the incredible architecture and history of the ISLAND. The FREE talks and tours are led by Amanda Croft, Curator of the UTV Art Collection. Lasting approx 1 hour minutes they can be tailored to suit every group but a minimum of 6 people are required.

Contact Patricia T: 028 92 509509 or E: patricia@island.lisburn.gov.uk

Neil Shawcross, Valerie Giannandrea, James Baker Date: Wed 10 Sept - preview Thurs 11 – Fri 26 Sept Gallery: One & Two

Three Artists working to a common theme of ‘Black’. Neil Shawcross exhibits paintings and prints; Valerie Giannandrea McKeag shows prints and drawings, mainly portraits; and James Baker, working in oils and acrylics, exhibits mostly landscapes.

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Ulster Society of Women Artists

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Annual Exhibition Date: Wed 1 Oct - preview Thurs 2 – Fri 24 Oct Gallery: One & Two

The Ulster Society of Women Artists (USWA) was founded by artist Gladys Maccabe in 1957. At that time, no art society in Northern Ireland accepted women as members. The first major exhibition was held at the Belfast Museum and Art Gallery. From the original ten founding members, membership today is one hundred and twenty five women, from all fields of the visual arts. Achieving membership is, and always has been considered a mark of distinction and the number of artists trying to achieve membership is increasing every year.

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Brendan McKinley, Willie Heron, Christine Campbell

Kerry Miles

Raymond Henshaw

Date: Wed 29 Oct - preview Thurs 30 Oct – Sat 22 Nov Gallery: Two

Date: Wed 26 Nov - preview Thurs 27 Nov – Mon 22 Dec Gallery: One

Date: Wed 29 Oct - preview Thurs 30 Oct – Sat 22 Nov Gallery: One

Kerry (Plummer) Miles studied at the University of Ulster, gaining a Masters in Fine Art in 2003. Specialising in video, her studies concentrated on the nature/nurture debate; specifically what makes us who we are.

‘Influenced by the changing face of Ireland, with the new and varied mix of peoples that now make up our communities, I have created images that reflect a new Ireland – citizens, communities and cultures. The people featured are all part of the community I mix within, and as such represent a personal archive. This exhibition of new work takes the form of an installation. The installation will consist of photographic portraits, transferred to a silk screen and then screen printed onto recycled boxes, many of the portraits are life size.’

The common link between the three artists is an interest in the use of natural, recycled and found materials, for the purposes of this exhibition they are bound by a size restriction that dictates that works should be ‘not much bigger than a football’.

Since becoming an art teacher six years ago, combining full time work and family life has impacted on Kerry’s time to create. In the last eighteen months Kerry has been painting; working mainly in oils on canvas and to a large scale.

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Brendan McKinley’s concept for the exhibition has evolved over several months. Currently studying for a degree in Fine Art, specialising in sculpture, at the University of Ulster, Brendan’s sculptural works will be shown alongside the creations of Willie Heron and Christine Campbell.Willie held his first solo show in 1982, his work has featured in many group exhibitions and he has received numerous awards. Christine Campbell, also studying Fine Art at the University of Ulster, has exhibited in many local art venues. 46

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Date: Tue 25 – Sat 29 Nov Gallery: Two

Date: Wed 3 Dec - preview Thurs 4 – Mon 22 Dec Gallery: Two

Lisnagarvey Art Society aims to encourage anyone interested in developing their drawing and painting skills, and with demonstrations and tuition by visiting professional artists members can explore a range of techniques. Its programme includes still life, portraiture and landscape painting in a variety of media. Including social events, and gallery visits there is an opportunity to show work in the Society’s exhibitions. New members, beginners and the experienced are always welcome. For further details T: 028 92 670305 GUEST HIRE

An exhibition of select works by leading artists, designers and makers including Alan Ardiff, Anushiya Sundaralingam, Andrea McCulloughAlderdice and John McKeag.

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From little treasures in frames to contemporary jewellery, ceramics and prints, these tempting works, made to adorn home or person, will be a treat for the eye. ‘Christmas Collectibles’ offers the opportunity to indulge by purchasing some fine Craft, Applied Art and Design. For the season of gift giving we have a collection of quality handmade pieces to inspire and delight those seeking discernible and distinctive presents. Remember though that art is for all year round and the present can be for you too!

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Discovering the rich and diverse Maori culture

We are delighted to announce funding from the Arts Council of NI, Public Health Agency and the Baring Foundation for a new Arts & Older People Programme. In addition, we have also received funding from OFMDFM for our celebratory event with Wanganui, New Zealand and our pleased to be working in partnership with Castlereagh Borough Council on a number of themes in advance of our merger in 2015.

For Further Information: Community Arts Lesley Wilson Community Arts Officer T: 028 92 509512 E: lesley.wilson@ islandlisburn.gov.uk Lynda McCord Arts Admin Assistant T: 028 92 509503 E: lynda@island.lisburn. gov.uk

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This season we continue to place Art at the heArt of your city with a wealth of activities including events 'Twilight Nights by Fairy Lights' our enchanted Hallowe'en Festival at Wallace Park, Murder Mystery at the Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum, European Heritage Open Day Schools’ Tour and Magical Movie Moments, our free film screenings.

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The Wanganui Connection Celebrating the 20th anniversary of a ‘friendship’ declaration between Wanganui, New Zealand and the City of Lisburn. ISLAND Community Arts is seeking six school and community groups to take part in Maori inspired workshops including dance and costume making which will come together as a finale spectacular on Culture Night, Fri 19 Sept. The friendship recognises the historic link between former New Zealand Premier John Ballance who lived in Wanganui but was born at Glenavy, near Lisburn, in County Antrim. A declaration of friendship and goodwill was signed between the two authorities in 1994. A week of celebrations is planned in Sept, culminating with an anticipated video link between the two Councils screening video footage captured on Culture Night. For further info contact Lesley. 51

'Twilight Nights by Fairy Lights' FREE Family Fun, Fancy Dress encouraged This year, 'Twilight Nights by Fairy Lights' will focus on a colourful and visual celebration of Hallowe'en for both children and adults where fairies, elves and pixies come out to play and weave their enchantment near and far.

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Using lighting and outdoor projections together with sound effects complemented by bespoke art installations, created by local art students the event will culminate with an outdoor Food & Drink Market, Lantern Parade and spectacular Fireworks Display on the 31 Oct. Date: Time: Cost: Venue:

Wed 29 - Fri 31 Oct 7 - 9pm (Gates open 7pm) Pre-paid wristband only on 31 Oct Wallace Park

Entry via Belfast Rd. & Magheralave Rd. Parking restrictions apply. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Assistance Dogs only. Information regarding wristband allocation will be announced closer to the time. Check local press, www.ISLANDartscentre.com Facebook:ISLANDArtsCentre Twitter:@ISLANDArtsBiz 52

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Arts and Older People Programme

An Intergenerational Project

Seniors’ Dance Group

Dance Goes Digital

Tie the Tales

Age on Stage

ISLAND Community Arts and Castlereagh Arts are looking for care homes to take part in a pioneering Performing Arts project combining technology and dance. Working with ISLAND resident dance company ‘Age on Stage,’ each care home will receive staff training opportunities and tailor-made workshops aimed at choreographing a unique dance piece to be exhibited as part of The Arts Council for Northern Ireland’s Arts and Older People Festival in March 2015.

A unique opportunity for schools and older people’s groups to work together to transform tales of times gone by into cutting edge animations. Older people will get an opportunity to share their life experiences, through lively, spirited, interactive discussions and presentations. These social histories will be compiled in a filmed anthology with images from people’s personal collections to ‘Tie the Tales’ together for a touring showcase at relevant venues in NI.

Award-winning artist Michelle Stephens will work in partnership with Age on Stage and the South Eastern Regional College (SERC) to develop an app which can be used in care homes to develop skills for forming memory and rhythm, coordination and movement leaving a legacy beyond the lifetime of the project.

Across the Lisburn and Castlereagh areas we are calling for schools and older people's groups to take part?

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Age on Stage offers a weekly dance class for men and women over the age of 60. Regardless of ability, agility or mobility come along and join in the fun and dancing each week and feel the thrill of taking part in performance.The group rehearse and perform to music from the 1940-60s. For more information contact Anthea McWilliams, Artistic Director on M: 07980 494063 or dancethememories@aol.co.uk E: Ageonstage.wordpress.com Dates: 12 Sept - 19 Dec (every Friday) Time: 11.30am - 12.45pm Cost: £5 per week or £20 for 5 sessions

Community Circus Lisburn Farewell to Paul and Diane Quate, Circus Project Managers since 2002.Thank you for your contribution to the development of Community Circus Lisburn.We wish you every success in future ventures and welcome Helen McMaster as the new Circus Project Manager.

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Weekly Circus Skills Workshops Fancy learning Stilt Walking, Juggling, Unicycling, Diabolo or Acrobatics? ISLAND's resident Circus school is right up your street. Classes explore a range of circus skills and are for children aged 8+ Participants perform at various events throughout the year, including the Mayor’s Carnival Parade. For more information contact Lesley

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Lisburn Historic Quarter Arts Group

Edwardian Murder Mystery

A creative approach to urban regeneration

Witness the last gasp of the murder victim, decipher the clues and solve the fiendish Suffragette themed mystery as a gruesome Murder Mystery Evening takes place in The Irish Linen Centre and Lisburn Museum.

Lisburn Historic Quarter Arts Group (LHQAG) devises and coordinates the cultural and arts activities within Lisburn’s Historic Quarter. Plans for autumn 2014 include an Edwardian Murder Mystery evening at The Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum, a new public art commission, an opportunity to get involved in Culture Night Lisburn and the weekly public art event - Art on the Rails.

Art on the Rails Calling new artists…….. This popular event continues to run from 11am-3pm every Saturday until the end of Sept 2014. To celebrate its eleventh season LHQAG is branching out and now inviting artists from both Lisburn and Castlereagh who practice in a range of backgrounds. So, if you are a musician, performance or visual artist interested in taking part why not register. Membership is free and no commission is charged on sale of artwork. 56

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Living Local Exchange Exhibition

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With performers from the South Eastern Regional College (SERC) and prizes to be won, this Murder Mystery event is guaranteed to be both spellbinding and entertaining. Date: Fri 14 Nov Time: 7pm Cost: £10 (includes drinks reception, entertainment and light supper) Age: 18+

A selection of artwork by local artists from Lisburn and Castlereagh areas highlighting the talent on our doorsteps. All original artwork will be for sale. All artists exhibiting must be registered with Art on the Rails. Launch Night Thurs 11 Sept, 7pm. Refreshments provided. Venue: ISLAND Arts Centre Community Arts Walkway Dates: Thurs 11 Sept – Fri 3 Oct 57

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Promoting the Arts in Lisburn City

LAAC Grants Arts Scheme

Lisburn Arts Advisory Committee (LAAC)

LAAC Funding Information and Advice

Young Artist of the Year Award 2014

Established 36 years ago, Lisburn Arts Advisory Committee (LAAC) promotes the Arts across Lisburn City, bringing together professionals from the arts sector to coordinate a range of projects including: the City’s Annual Schools’ Arts Competition and the bi-annual Anna Cheyne Visual Art Award.

The LAAC distributes £21,000 on an annual basis to artists and arts organisations practising and living in the City of Lisburn.

Lisburn Arts Advisory Committee invites applications for the Young Artist of the Year Award 2014.

The Arts Grants Scheme is now open for applications from individual artists and arts organisations based in the city.

This award, now in its eighth year, takes the form of a financial award of up to £1000, to one individual young local artist aged 16–25, to support arts projects, residencies or approved study, over and above full–time second or third level education.

Application deadlines are: Fri 26 Sept 2014, 4pm (For projects taking place Jan – Apr 2015 and beyond)

The award may also cover the purchase of specialised equipment/ materials or to cover travel and attendance at arts events outside of Northern Ireland. All art forms are eligible and past recipients have included a dancer, jewellery designer, and sculptor.

Fri 30 Jan 2015, 4pm (For projects taking place May – Aug 2015 and beyond)

The deadline for receipt of applications is Fri 6 Feb 2015 at 4pm.

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NI Mental Health Arts & Film Festival

Black Moon Events

Magical Movie Moments

Madhouse

Film Club: Breakfast Club (97 mins)

ISLAND Community Arts and Castlereagh Arts are proud to be part of SCALARAMA, a Celebration of Cinema that takes place every September!

Fickle Favours theatre company presents Madhouse two one - woman dramatic performances of classic Victorian works that show us how much mental healthcare has changed by examining Victorian attitudes and perspectives towards mental illness. The Yellow Wallpaper - a dramatic staging of the classic Charlotte Perkins Gilman gothic short story. Madness crawls over a woman who is kept isolated in a hideously papered room. This may be a ghost story. Worse still, it may not be. Ten Days in a Madhouse - pioneering Victorian investigative journalist Nellie Bly cheats her way into a Victorian asylum in order to write an expose on the subject. Unfortunately she finds it easier to get in than to get out... Date: Mon 13 Oct Time: 7pm Cost: FREE

They were five students with nothing in common, faced with spending a Saturday detention together in their high school library. At 7 a.m., they had nothing to say, but by 4 pm they had bared their souls to each other and become good friends. Date: Thurs 23 Oct Time: 2pm Cost: £3 or £1 for parents and carers

Night Club For one night only Black Moon comes to Lisburn. A club specifically designed for and by adults with learning difficulties. Date: Thurs 23 Oct Time: 7pm Cost: £3 or £1 for parents and carers To book either Black Moon event please contact 02892 509 254. For group rates contact Lynda NB. Places are reserved on a first come, first served basis.

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We are offering FREE film screenings at either the ISLAND Studio Theatre or Ballyoran Community Centre, Castlereagh. If you prefer a pop-up cinema at your local community centre, we will come to you. Contact Lesley for more information. ISLAND Studio Theatre

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The Graduate (106min) Date: Mon 15 Sept Time: 2pm

The Graduate (106min) Date: Thurs 18 Sept

The 39 Steps (86min) Date: Mon 15 Sept Time: 2pm Singing in the Rain (103min) Date: Mon 15 Sept Time: 2pm To book contact ISLAND Box Office T: 028 92 509254

The 39 Steps (86min) Date: Thurs 25 Sept Time: 7pm To book contact: Caroline Reid, Community Outreach Officer, Castlereagh Borough Council T: 028 90 494566 E: carolinereid@castlereagh. gov.uk

Arts Encounters If you would like to bring the Arts into the heart of your community, we are offering tailored community arts projects, delivered by professional artists to groups in the Lisburn area - for FREE! For more information or an application form contact Lynda.

Community Buzz Visit If your group is new to ISLAND Arts Centre or if you would like to run a taster arts session then sign up for one of our very special Community Buzz Visits for community/voluntary groups in the Lisburn area. To register for a FREE Buzz Visit, contact Lynda.

Community Arts Training Scheme Be Inspired by C.A.T.S.! Aimed at beginners, these workshops are free and are just the thing to enable community leaders, staff and volunteers to gain the skills to deliver arts-based workshops to their own groups. Simply contact Lynda for booking details. Drama Techniques for Young people Date: Mon 29 Sept Time: 7-9pm An introduction to drama, learn simple fun ice breakers you can use at your youth or community group to help people get to know each other and boost self esteem. Willow Crafts for Young People Date: Thurs 16 Oct Time: 7-9pm Learn simple techniques to create willow sculptures that you can recreate back in your community centre. Create designs to decorate you centres both on the interior and exterior. Vintage Crafts for Older People Date: Thurs 6 Nov Time: 7-9pm Decoupage, china teacup candles….just some inspiring ideas you can take back and carry out with your weekly seniors' groups. Urban Arts for Young People Date: Tues 11 Nov Time: 7-9pm

Streetart, stencilling, t-shirt printing…..be inspired by the techniques that rock youth culture.You’ll have all the kids queuing up to have a go.

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Celebrating European Heritage Open Days

The Big Draw Campaign

Every year in September, buildings of every age, style and function throw open their doors to the public. Join us for a walking tour of the Sculpture Trail at ISLAND Arts Centre with our experienced guide and discover the incredible history and architecture within the ISLAND Complex.

The 2014 Big Draw Campaign theme, It's Our World, is a celebration of the environment and sustainability.

Date: Fri 12 Sept Time: 10.30 - 11.30am Cost: FREE (max 25 pupils)

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Work with artist, Sarah Thomson, in our series of print-making workshops focussing on both local and global aspects of the world we live in.

Please dress warmly and wear suitable footwear.

Wed 8 Oct – Farming Wed 15 Oct - Oceans Wed 22 Oct – Weather Wed 29 Oct – My Community

Roald Dahl Day

Workshops will be held in ISLAND Arts Centre and are suitable for Key Stages 1 & 2 classes. Max 30 pupils per workshop. Workshops are available to schools in the Lisburn City Council area and booked on a first-come, first-served basis. One workshop booking per school.

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Dive into Roald Dahl’s classic and hilarious picture book, The Enormous Crocodile, in this fun and interactive storytelling workshop for children. Date: Mon 15 Sept Time: 10.30 - 11.30am Cost: FREE (max 25 pupils)

Into Film Festival (5-19 Years) The Into Film Festival is a free and annual celebration of film and education for schools and young people across the UK. Khumba: A Zebra’s Tale (Cert: U, Running Time: 85 min) Rejected by his herd, a half-striped zebra embarks on a daring quest to earn his stripes but finds the courage and self-acceptance. Date: Tues 4 Nov Time: 10 - 11.30am

Venue: ISLAND Studio Theatre Cost: FREE (max 110 PLACES)

Joyeaux Noel (Cert: PG, Running Time: 113 min) Joyeaux Noel is a 2005 French film about the World War I Christmas truce of December 1914, depicted through the eyes of French, Scottish and German soldiers. The film was nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 78th Academy Awards. Date: Tues 18 Nov Time: 9.45 - 11.45am

Venue: ISLAND Studio Theatre Cost: FREE (max 110 PLACES)

For more info contact Patricia.

Writer in Residence Programme – Prose ISLAND Arts Centre in partnership with Poetry Ireland is delighted to offer four secondary schools in the area the opportunity to work with award winning children’s/young adults’ author, Sheena Wilkinson, as part of ISLAND's inaugural Writer in Residency Programme.

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Annual Schools' Arts Competition 2015

ISLAND Arts Centre is offering five schools the opportunity to work with ISLAND’s resident ceramicist, Andrea McCullough-Alderdice, to discover how to manipulate clay in 2D and 3D for different purposes.

Schools are encouraged to take part in this annual Arts Competition that culminates in a Gala Awards Ceremony in the ISLAND Hall, Jun 2015.

This opportunity is available to Key Stage 1 & 2 pupils. Spaces available on a first come, first served basis. Open to schools in the Lisburn City Council area.

The categories are Visual Art, Poetry, Short Story, Musical Performance and Drama and cash prizes will be awarded to schools, as well as certificates to individual winners. There are also a number of special awards for outstanding individual entries!

For more info contact Patricia.

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Sheena will visit each school for up to five hours – this can be done as a block or split into a number of sessions. Maximum number of participants: 30 (same group). This project has been funded by Poetry Ireland and through ISLAND’s Arts Education programme. For more info contact Patricia.

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At a glance

Lisnagarvey Youth Society Presents

Hall...

November continued

August Thur 28 - 30

The Wizard of Oz

7.30pm

September Wed 10 - 13

Miss Saigon Schools Edition

7.30pm

Sun 28

‘That’s Showbiz’ Group Dance of the year

1pm

October Thur 2

Derek Ryan in Concert

8pm

Fri 3

The Elvis Spectacular

8pm

Sat 4

The World’s No 1 Tribute to Johnny Cash performed by Keep it Cash

8pm

Thur 16

Declan Nerney & his band with special guest Brendan Quinn

8pm

Thur 23

Together Hand in Hand

7.30pm

Fri 24

The Bjorn Identity

7.45pm

Thur 13

The Leading Ladies

7.45pm

Sat 15

The Illegals

8pm

Mon 17-19

High School Musical

2.30pm* & 7.30pm

Sat 22

Amber Gordon School of Dance Christmas Show

7pm

Thurs 27

The Magic of Music Christmas Show

7.45pm

Sat 29

Christmas Praise Concert

7.30pm

Sat 6 – 13

Jack and the Beanstalk

2.30pm* & 7.30pm

Mon 15 – 16

Fusion Festivities

7.30pm

Sat 27

Hugo Duncan’s Country First

8pm

Mon 29

Jake O’Kanes, ‘Tongue Lashing’

8pm

Fri 2

Robert Mizzell & his Band

8pm

Wed 7-10

Sleeping Beauty

2.30pm* & 7.30pm

Sat 24

David Meade- Million Dollar Mindreader 8pm

Sat 31

Dirty Dancing in le Shebeen

*Please note the 2.30pm show is only on Tues 18th.

December *Please note the 2.30pm show is only on Sat 6th & Sat 13th

Dorothy & Toto, a heartless Tin Man, a cowardly Lion, a brainless Scarecrow, a Wicked Witch, the Munchkins, and others are coming to the Island Hall from the 28th – 30th August to bring you this year’s LYS’s Summer Workshop production:- ‘THE WIZARD OF OZ’.

25 years on from the first production, MISS SAIGON lands in Lisburn’s Island Hall for the first time.With favourites such as ‘The Heat is on in Saigon’, ‘The Last Night of the World’ and ‘Sun and Moon’, this show is not to be missed!

So hurry along, follow the ‘Yellow Brick Road’ to ‘Somewhere over the Rainbow’ and book your seats early for this fast selling show.

The creators of Les Miserables bring you a tale of love, loss, tragedy, sacrifice and a mother’s unconditional love, set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War. NB: This show may contain strobe lighting.

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Date: Wed 10 Sep – Sat 13 Sep Time: 7.30pm Cost: Wed £11 / Thur £13/ Fri / Sat £15.00

8pm

November 2

Miss Saigon Schools Edition

January

*Please note the 2.30pm show is only on Sat 10th.

Fusion Theatre Presents

The Wizard of Oz

Date: Thur 28 Aug – Sat 30 Aug Time: 7.30pm Cost: £10.00 (1 free ticket with

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Dance Design Events

Michael Magill Entertainment ltd presents

TCB Productions presents

Bandstand promotions presents

‘That’s Showbiz’ Group Dance of the Year 2014

Ireland’s Biggest Attraction, Derek Ryan in Concert

The Elvis Spectacular Starring Ciaran Houlihan

The World's Number 1 Tribute to Johnny Cash performed by Keep It Cash

With His TCB Band and the Sweet Sensations.

The Biggest National Group Dance Competition in the UK. Dance group’s from all across the UK compete to win a place at the Grand Final which takes place in Blackpool Opera House & Winter garden in January 2015.

Hailing from County Carlow, country singing sensation Derek Ryan was bred into loving Irish traditional music by his family. His writing ability was seen in his debut hit ‘God’s Plan’ that received considerable airplay and used in Irish dance halls and in sell-out concerts in England and Scotland.

Plus support from Johnny Brooks, Ireland's Number 1 tribute to Garth Brooks.

Any schools not already registered and wish to get involved please email info@dancedesign-events.co.uk for more info Date: Sun 28 Sep Time: 1pm Cost: £14.00/£10.00 con

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It has since been recorded by Daniel O’Donnell. Derek’s most recent album, Country Soul, was released in October 2013 and is a mix of original songs, old time favourites and chart covers. Popular songs by Ryan include ‘It’s Friday’, ‘Welcome Home (The Gathering)’ and ‘100 Numbers’. Date: Thur 2 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £20.00

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The Elvis Spectacular starring European Elvis Champion Ciaran Houlihan, is Ireland's premiere Elvis Show!! Now in its 18th Year the show has played (and packed) every major venue on the Island… Ciaran Houlihan is the ultimate Elvis Performer!! Returning to Lagan Valley Island after the success of last year’s show… This is sure to be a sell out so book your tickets now!! NB: This show may contain some strobe lighting. Date: Fri 3 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £15.00

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‘I thought I was listening to myself’ Johnny Cash. Having performed across the world, ‘Keep It Cash’ are now firmly established as the number one tribute band to the late great Johnny Cash. Quite simply they are astounding. Seeing is believing!

Date: Sat 4 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £17.50

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Michael Magill Entertainment ltd presents

Pond Park PS Present

Musclon Entertainment present

The Leading Ladies Present

Celebrate 25 Years of Country Music Hits

Together Hand in Hand

The Bjorn Identity

A Musical Journey from Stage to Screen

Declan Nerney and special guest Brendan Quinn Declan Nerney is an Irish singer of the Country and Irish genre born in the town of Drumlish in County Longford. He started at the age of 16 in local band ‘The Hi-Lows’. His big break came with his autobiographical song, ‘The Marquee in Drumlish’. He has a huge following and charts on a regular basis not only in Ireland but in Scotland and England and his recordings are sought worldwide. His work has extensive airplay on stations that feature the Country and Irish genre. Date: Thur 16 Oct Time: 8pm Cost: £20.00

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Celebrating 40th Anniversary of Waterloo

Pond Park Junior and Senior Choirs will be performing to raise funds for Thompson House. Their repertoire will involve songs from the shows and classical and sacred genre. They will be joined for the evening by members of the Lambeg Players and soloist Laura Kerr, who directs the school’s Senior Choir. The Senior Choir have won a number of prestigious awards including Lisburn City Choir of the Year on four occasions. Last year their sell out concert on this very hall raised over £3000 for the CF Trust. The choir also sang at concerts in Stranmillis University College and the Grand Opera House, Belfast. We hope you enjoy this musical extravaganza for such a worthwhile cause. Date: Thur 23 Oct Time: 7.30pm Cost: £10.00 GUEST HIRE

Ireland’s finest tribute to Abba, exceed all expectations with their live, authentic Abba in concert experience. Audiences of all ages can discover and re-live the magic of the greatest hits of ABBA including songs from the hit musical ‘Mamma Mia’ ‘We’ve never seen so many people dance and sing along to a performance.’ BELFAST PRIDE NB: Please note this show contains some strobe lighting. Date: Fri 24 Oct Time: 7.45pm Cost £15.00

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with Special guests Meadow Bridge Primary School Choir.

Join NI’s premier songbirds in this spectacular show featuring the best loved hits from stage and screen including classics such as Mamma Mia, Disney and Back to the Future to name a few! Blending old with the new while adding their inimitable harmonies and stunning vocal arrangements, an evening with The Leading Ladies and their band is an unforgettable music experience not to be missed! Special guests Meadow Bridge Primary School Choir. ‘These superb songbirds proved they are undoubtedly four of the most talented female singers to emerge from the local scene.’ - The Belfast Telegraph Date: Thur 13 Nov Time: 7.45pm Cost: £15/£12 con

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Oldshore productions presents

Hunterhouse College Present

Amber Gordon presents

CAUSE presents

The Illegals

High School Musical on Stage

Amber Gordon School of dance Christmas Show

The Magic of Music Christmas Show

With Niamh Kavanagh

Bigger and better than ever, The Illegals with Niamh Kavanagh are back at the Island Hall with their popular tribute show. Audiences really love the Illegals live – an entertaining night of vocal harmony, superb musicianship, unforgettable songs and great fun - served up by a band at the top of its game.. Date: Sat 15 Nov Time: 8pm Cost: £15/£12 con

Hunterhouse College students perform ‘High School Musical on Stage’. Come to East High as brainiacs, jocks and skater dudes sing and dance their way out of the ‘Status Quo’. Find what you’ve ‘Been Looking For’, with catchy songs and energizing dance. A great way to remember your high school crush! NB: This show may contain strobe lighting. Date: Mon 17 Nov – Wed 19 Nov Time: 7.30pm & (2.30pm Tues 18 Nov) Cost: £10/£8 con

Amber Gordon School of Dance present their Christmas Show. The performance includes the entire school performing a wide range of dances from Ballet, Modern and tap across all ages this is sure to be an entertaining evening.

This popular schools show presented by mental health charity CAUSE returns with favourite songs from the movies, musicals and Christmas. All proceeds will go to support the work of CAUSE including its Lisburn Support Group.

Date: Sat 22 Nov Time: 7pm Cost: £10

Date: Thur 27 Nov Time: 7.45pm Cost: £8/£6 con

For more information please visit www.ambergordonschoolofdance.co.uk or contact 07766353336

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HIRE Tickets not released until Monday 27th October, counter sales only.

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Pathway Media present

Fusion Theatre Presents

Christmas Praise Concert

Fusion

This will be the third annual Christmas concert that Pathway have arranged, and if the first two are anything to go by it will be another sell-out event. Pathway have travelled the UK with their unique brand of four part harmony and have just released a new album recorded at Crossroads Studios in North Carolina. The biggest motivation for this group is the love they have for their Saviour and drives them to put everything they can into every event they run, so really this is a night you will not want to miss. Date: Sat 29 Nov Time: 7.30pm Cost: £12/£7 con

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Festivities Fusion Theatre and the NI Concert Band invite you to join their celebrations of the festive season! Date: Time: Cost:

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Mon 15 Dec Tues 16 Dec 7.30pm £12 Yes its Christmas time again and Lisnagarvey Operatic Society is delighted to be presenting the ever popular ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ a real GIANT of a show with all its fun filled panto characters and magical scenes. So be sure to book early for this fastest selling show, get your Christmas festivities off to a flying start and come and join in the fun with Jack & his friends.

‘OH YES YOU WILL’ The Show runs from the 6th – 13th December with evening performances at 7.30pm & Saturday Matinees at 2.30 PM 10

Date: Sat 6 Dec Sat 13 Dec Time: 7.30pm & (2.30pm Sat only) Cost: £10.00

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David Hull Promotions presents

Michael Magill Entertainment Ltd presents

Lambeg Players present

Hugo Duncan’s Country First

Jake O’Kane’s ‘Tongue Lashing’

An Evening with Robert Mizzell & Band.

Sleeping Beauty

Jake O’Kane, star of BBC NI’s hit show ‘The Blame Game’ and the country’s best known political stand-up, returns with his brand new show, ‘Tongue-Lashing’. Following the successes of his earlier ‘Teargas’ and ‘Mouthful’ tours, Jake is back with a ferociously irreverent review of Northern Ireland in 2014.

Robert Mizzell was born 21st July in Louisiana, USA. Spending his childhood days around the shores of Lake Bistineau, Robert often dreamed of being a country music star.

Radio Ulster’s favourite Hugo Duncan hosts his annual Christmas Night of Country Music with a superb line-up of stars. Joining Hugo on stage are the delightful Benn Sisters, our very own Kenny Archer just back from his special guest slot on the Frank Ifield Tour. r – Kenny Archer. The velvet voice of Frankie McBride singing his classic hits ‘Burning Bridges’ & ‘Five Little Fingers’ and the First Lady of Country- Q Radio’s Susan McCann. Date: Sat 27 Dec Time: 8pm Cost: £17.50

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Having created one of the most talked about comedy moments when dealing with the flags issue, Jake now turns his satirical eye on the local issues, events and characters which made the headlines over the past twelve months. Turning his attention to everything that makes Northern Ireland unique, Jake’s new show is the perfect antidote to the year that’s been. N.B: This show contains strong language and adult material. Over 16’s Only.

Date: Mon 29 Dec Time: 8pm Cost: £16.50

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Robert has made his home in Ireland for over a decade, his popularity spreading with extensive airplay in Europe and such distant territories as Australia. As anyone who ever attended a Robert Mizzell show will testify, Robert with his band The Country Kings put on an energy filled show. Brimming with Country flavour his shows appeal to audiences in Nashville and wherever Country Music is popular.

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Lambeg Players return to the Lagan Valley Island for another hilarious and fun packed pantomime featuring all your favourites you’ve come to know and love. As every year, this is a wonderful night’s entertainment for all the family from little kids to big kids. Date: Wed 7 Jan – Sat 10 Jan Time: 7.30pm & 2.30pm (sat) Cost: £10/£8 con

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Date: Fri 2 Jan Time: 8pm Cost: £20.00

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David Meade presents

David Meade: Million Dollar Mind Reader ‘Jaw Dropping’ Belfast Telegraph:

Brand New Show! The BBC Million Dollar Mentalist David Meade is taking to the stage hot on the heels of his groundbreaking USA TV special which saw him beat all odds and become the first mentalist ever to crack a Las Vegas Casino. In this, his most ambitious show yet, BBC’s fastest rising star is returning to the stage after a two year break, with a show that is as hilarious as it is jaw dropping he reveals private PIN numbers, detects lies, reveals secret thoughts, and influences those around him with seemingly inexplicable results! Do you think you have what it takes to outsmart a mentalist? Then bring your game face as David is offering £1000 to anyone in the audience who can lie to him successfully… Daily Mirror: ‘An Incredible Talent- you’ve got to see him live to believe it’ Philip Schofield: ‘David Mead is the best we’ve ever had on This Morning’ Eamon Holmes: ‘Hilarious and totally mind blowing’ Date: Sat 24 Jan Time: 8pm Cost: £17.50/£15 con

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Red Brick Road Productions Ltd Present

Dirty Dancin in le Shebeen

New Box Office System Launched

Maggie’s back!

Following full and considered customer consultation, Lisburn City Council is delighted to announce the launch of its new and improved Box Office system and associated services for our valued customers at the ISLAND Studio Theatre and ISLAND Hall. These changes will not only make your booking experience over the telephone and in person smoother and more efficient but more cost effective too!

Maggie Muff returns in the hilarious sequel to 50 Shades of Red White and Blue. It’s Big Sally-Ann’s birthday and she wants to fulfil her dream of doing the last dance in Dirty Dancing in the Shebeen. But nothing is ever straightforward with Maggie and Big Sally-Ann. NB. Please note this show contains strong language and is adult material. Over 16’s only.

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There will be no booking fees for online transactions and you can now print your own tickets from home, which further improves your accessibility to and from the Council’s Box Office service.

Date: Sat 31 Jan Time: 8pm Cost: £18

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Set within the heart of Lisburn City, Lagan Valley Island offers a truly romantic setting for your special day with the River Lagan on one side and the lovingly restored canal locks on the other. Catering for civil ceremonies and wedding receptions for up to 220 guests with a choice of banquet suites available, a stunning rooftop terrace and a backdrop of the magnificent Castle Gardens for photographs.

Complete Wedding Package Available including: Room Hire / Four Course Wedding Banquet / Chair Covers / Centre Pieces / Fairy Light Backdrop And much more… From just £26.50 per person 16

Contact us now to arrange a show-around Tel: 028 9250 9292. Email: civic.centre@lisburn.gov.uk www.laganvalleyisland.co.uk Prices subject to change March 2015

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With an award-winning building and home to a range of amateur theatre, dance, music and comedy shows every year. Lagan Valley Island is the perfect venue choice for your performance. The Island Hall is available for private hire and can accommodate a fully seated capacity of 402 in tiered theatre seating and space for 12 wheelchairs. The spacious theatre offers excellent technical specification with stage, orchestra pit, extensive lighting and sound facilities and direct stage access for set-up.

Facilities Available • Projection/Audio Visual Control Room • Computerised Box Office facilities • 2 x Dressing rooms • Green Room for hospitality requirements • Fully licensed Bar • On-site crew catering • Over 300 adjacent car parking facilities including 15 disabled spaces • Nearby accommodation Support • Technician Provided as part of package • Full Front of House Staffing with Box Office Package • Promotional support

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Booking T: 028 92 509254 Online: www.ISLANDartscentre.com www.laganvalleyisland.co.uk Box Office Opening 9.30am - 9.30pm Mon - Fri 10am - 4.30pm Sat Open until 9.30pm on event evenings. Closed Sun and Bank Holidays. ISLAND Arts Centre Closures 24 Dec 14 - 4 Jan 15 (inclusive) Transaction Charges* Online incur NO FEE. Telephone: £1/transaction. Counter Sales: 50p/transaction. *If you have access requirements Booking Fees will be waived. Ticket Collection Print your tickets at home or collect at the Box Office for FREE. Otherwise, it is 50p/transaction for tickets forwarded by post.

Concessions, Discounts and Group Incentives These are detailed alongside individual events where available. Please discuss with Box Office at time of booking.

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Please Note: Priority Booking for ISLAND Members for ISLAND Adult and Kids' Courses and Workshops is available from 9.30am Thur 28 Aug. ISLAND Members' Priority Booking Helpline T: 028 92 509503.

Planning Your Visit

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We've changed Box Office Systems. Reset your password by clicking the 'Forgotten Password' link and you will be sent a randomly generated password which you can change once you log into 'My Account'. If you require help T: 028 92 509254. We reserve the right to make changes to the planned programme of events in exceptional circumstances. Images throughout the brochure are for representation only.

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ISLAND Hall Seating Plan The ISLAND Hall - 402 seats, for mid to large-scale productions including drama, dance, comedy, music, talks and cinema screenings.

The ISLAND aims to be a welcoming and inclusive venue. If you are a wheelchair user or have difficulty climbing stairs, please let us know when you book your tickets and we will reserve seating for you. We hope to make your visit easy and enjoyable, if we’ve missed something please tell us, so we can keep improving our service. T: 028 92 509509.

ISLAND's normal concessions and discounts All courses and workshops are are not available. on general release from Wed 3 Sept at 9.30am.

Essential Companions go FREE. If you require support to attend ISLAND events please ask about Lisburn City Council's BuddyCard Scheme.

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Facilities The ISLAND is within easy reach of Lisburn City Centre, whatever mode of transport you use and is within ten minutes’ walk of Lisburn Train and Bus Stations.We also have ample FREE parking available on-site including Blue Badge holder and Parent & Toddler bays. Pay and display parking is also available within two minutes’ walk of the ISLAND. Bike racks are also located at the entrance of ISLAND Arts Centre.

Further information log onto laganvalleyisland.co.uk/ disabledfacilities Or if you have any specific questions regarding access please feel free to contact our Box Office: T: 028 92 509254

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Key: WC = Wheel Chair Accessible seating. For ISLAND Hall, Row A is reserved for wheelchair users and to book please contact the Box Office on 02892 509254. We would advise that patrons with mobility issues and/or those who have difficulty climbing steps should select seats in Row B or C. Row N is suitable for those who require extra leg room and are able to use the staircase to evacuate in the event of an emergency.

Studio Theatre Seating Plan The Studio Theatre – 110 seats, for small scale productions. This small but classy venue, much loved by performers, offers audiences a more intimate experience in the best that the Arts provides.

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