Derry Strabane Culture Night 2017

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HIVE STUDIOS

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ST. MARY’S COLLEGE VOID GALLERY

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BALDIES BARBERS

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FASHION & TEXTILE DESIGN CENTRE ST. COLUMB’S CATHEDRAL IN YOUR SPACE

MUSEUM OF FREE DERRY

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EIGHTY81

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CHRIST CHURCH

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BISHOP ST. STUDIOS

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CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART

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CULTÚRLANN UÍ CHANÁIN

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EDEN PLACE ARTS CENTRE

NAZARETH HOUSE

THE JUNCTION

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ST. AUGUSTINE’S CHURCH

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NERVE CENTRE

GUILDHALL SQUARE

WALLED CITY BREWERY

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NEW GATE ARTS & CULTURAL CENTRE VERBAL ARTS CENTRE

GASYARD CENTRE

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FIRST DERRY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

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FOYLE ARENA

THE PLAYHOUSE CRAFT VILLAGE TRANSLINK VISIT DERRY

ECHO ECHO DANCE THEATRE CO. OUR SPACE

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CULTURE NIGHT IN STRABANE, BREADY & PLUMBRIDGE PULSE LIVE MUSIC NIGHT

3 - 5 MAIN ST. STRABANE 7.30pm - 9pm

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Meet the performers and project workers involved in this exciting initiative. Live Music. Refreshments served.

Sollus School of Highland Dance presents:

HIGHLAND DANCE OPEN NIGHT

SOLLUS CENTRE, BREADY 5.30pm - 7.30pm

Parents and new beginners welcome!

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GROOVE ON THE MOVE

FROM LIFFORD COURTHOUSE TO ALLEY THEATRE 5.30pm - 8pm Get in the groove with a brisk walk on our cultural trail starting at Lifford Courthouse, with recitals and music from the Gateway Writers and friends. Enjoy music and dance treats at our public artworks on route to Strabane and complete your evening with Opera in the Alley Theatre and/or an Open Mic Night at Pulse Studio.

Something to suit everyone!

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Welcome to CULTURE NIGHT 2017!

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CAPPAGH BADONEY COMHALTAS

Derry City & Strabane District Council will host Culture Night 2017 on Friday 22nd September. It will be a night full of cultural celebration, with a programme of free events across Derry and Strabane, all taking place from 5pm.

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PLUMBRIDGE PAROCHIAL HALL 9pm

Enjoy an evening’s craic at this traditional music seisiún, with music, singing and recitations.

Come along and be a part of a great FREE night out for all the family.

For full programme information visit:

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View the Exhibition ‘Lifford: Stories from the County Town’, with Cell Sessions joined by the Gateway Writers for some early evening recitals.

FOYLE OPERA

ALLEY THEATRE, RAILWAY ST. STRABANE 8pm

Foyle Opera presents a selection of well known operatic arias and choruses including ‘Carmen’ and a few lesser known airas too. Under the baton of Artistic Director Ann Jennings, we will treat you to an evening of comedy, pathos and culture.

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CULTURE VLOG OUR SPACE, WATERLOO PL.

1 1pm - 6pm

Vlogging Safely & Inspirationally.

Hands-on editing workshops open to young Vloggers who will capture Culture Night in their own unique styles.

Launch of ECHO ECHO FESTIVAL OF DANCE & MOVEMENT 2017 ECHO ECHO, MAGAZINE ST.

2 1pm - 3pm

Launch of acclaimed international festival which runs from 6th - 18th November.

Greater Shantallow Community Arts

BIG UP YOUR SELFIE! SELFIE WALL

STUDIO 2, SKEOGE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE 6pm - 9pm

THE PLAYHOUSE, ARTILLERY ST.

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GLENFADA PARK

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The award winning Playhouse has a night of free tours and talks for you and your family to enjoy.

Launch of

5pm - 8pm: See ballet workshops with the Mary Hill School of Ballet Dance.

6pm - 8pm: Take part in an art class with The Playhouse Painters.

5pm - 9pm: Tours of the historic ‘B1 listed buildings’ (UK BURA Award Winner).

‘OUR VIRTUAL SHARED SPACE DIGITAL ANIMATION’ Bluebell Arts Project

GASYARD CENTRE, LECKY RD. 20 6pm

CULTURE NIGHT INFORMATION OFFICE

VISIT DERRY, WATERLOO PL. 3 3pm - 9pm

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ARRIVE IN STYLE MUSIC ON THE METRO VARIOUS LOCATIONS

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COLLECTED SHADOWS TOURING EXHIBITION

WE’RE HERE BECAUSE WE’RE HERE

MAIN GALLERY 7pm Learn about the Archive of Modern Conflict on this guided tour of the exhibit.

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Exhibition documenting ‘We’re Here Because We’re Here’ where thousands of volunteers participated in a UK-wide contemporary memorial to mark the centenary of the Battle of the Somme.

PULSE SHOWCASE COTTAGE SESSIONS UNDER THE CANOPY, CRAFT VILLAGE 5pm - 7pm

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In association with the popular Cottage Sessions, students from the PULSE project perform under the canopy in a series of 15 minute live music sessions with a special performance from Foyle Deaf Association Choir.

Special Shirt Factory themed Open Night with a celebration of the fashion and textile industry in the North West, both old and new.

Refreshments provided.

MEET & GREET STUDIO TOURS

THE BARBER OF MOVILLE

BISHOP STREET STUDIOS, 11 BISHOP ST. 31 7pm - 9pm

BALDIES BARBERS, CASTLE ST. 26 7pm & 8pm

TOWER MUSEUM

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Sample cuisine from the 16th and 17th centuries, with live period re-enactments as well as a top ten artefact tour of our exhibitions.

Supported by The Arts Council of Northern Ireland, The Dementia Service Development Trust and Choice Housing Association.

CEOL AGUS CÉILÍ!

MUSIC & CÉILÍ!

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COLÁISTE MHUIRE, DOIRE, ST. MARY’S COLLEGE 5pm - 6.30pm

Keith Drury’s

BLUE COAT VISITOR CENTRE

WHEN I DREAM

COWLEY GALLERY, LONDON ST. 15 6pm - 9pm

Asia - ‘Ten’ Film Screening • 8pm Documentary style film presents ten conversations between a female taxi driver in Teheran and a variety of passengers.

Abbas Kiarostami 2002

ECHO ECHO CULTURE NIGHT OPEN STUDIOS

TOGETHER IN PIECES

Join Echo Echo and Body Wisdom artists for an open studio programme suitable for all ages

An innovative and stylish take on the impact the built environment has had on young people in Northern Ireland. Post-screening Q&A/panel discussion with the film makers, experts and local activists.

Commissioned by the Community Relations Council.

ECHO ECHO, MAGAZINE ST.

NERVE CENTRE, MAGAZINE ST. 32 7.30pm - 9.30pm

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NO TITLE by Sarah Pierce

Extended opening and guided tours of the iconic building.

THE WALLED CITY UNRAVELLED Walking Tour

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CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART, ARTILLERY ST. 6pm - 9pm

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FOYLE ARENA, ST. COLUMB’S PK. 5pm - 10pm

Upgrade TCG is one of the biggest Trading Card Game organisations situated right at home in the Foyle Arena on Friday Nights! For Culture Night, we’re running an official Pokémon League Challenge and a Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament.

Magic fans can still show up and take part in Friday Night Magic.

If you’ve never played, we have experts and competitors on hand to teach you how! Parents - get involved and play in a tournament against your kids! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

PLAYCRAFT Live Talk -

THEATRE IN MINECRAFT THE PLAYHOUSE, ARTILLERY ST.

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Creative Director Kieran Griffiths gives a short presentation on Playcraft Live, the world’s first online play in Minecraft. This innovative project is already receiving worldwide attention!

Visit the website: Playcraft.live.

RANDOM!

OUR SPACE, WATERLOO PL.

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Immerse yourself in an evening inspired by Alice In Wonderland.

With an Alice themed head hole selfie board and mindfulness colouring in sessions. Hosted by the Mad Hatter himself, you’d be off your head to miss it!

HIVE STUDIOS

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1ST FLOOR, RÁTH MÓR CENTRE, BLIGH’S LANE 6pm - 8.30pm

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Architectural, archaeological and historical walking tour hosted by the Friends of the Derry Walls.

WALLED CITY BREWERY EBRINGTON SQUARE 17 6pm - 10pm

ST. AUGUSTINE’S CHURCH, CITY WALLS 33 7.30pm - 9pm St. Augustine’s hosts an evening of relaxing music in this special venue on the city walls.

I WELCOME

EDEN PLACE ARTS CENTRE, ROSSVILLE ST. 28 7pm - 9pm

COTTAGE SESSIONS CULTURE NIGHT FESTIVAL

An evening of music, song and dance celebrating our city’s cultures.

THE COTTAGE, CRAFT VILLAGE 8pm - 11pm

In Your Space is offering drop in taster sessions - juggling, unicycle, stilts, diabolo. It’s all things circus for all ages!

GUILDHALL SQUARE 18 6pm - 8pm

High energy Roller Derby Showcase from the Maiden City Flyers.

ST. COLUMB’S CATHEDRAL 24 7pm - 8pm

Screenings of short films focusing on our city’s culture, history and people.

Live music recital and tours of the Walled City’s oldest building.

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Some of your favourite acts from Season 1 will return to the main stage for our first ever Cottage Sessions Festival. Come along and catch performances from Jessica Doherty, Marc Rigney, Reevah, The Easy Street Pickings, Lavengro and much more. For more information on Cottage Sessions or to watch any of the Season 1 performances, visit cottagesessions.com.

IN YOUR SPACE, WATERLOO ST. 23 7pm - 8.30pm

ROLLER DERBY!!

Visit Europe - Gothic Transylvania Stories from this region and an opportunity to recreate gorgeous landscape using finger painting.

NEW GATE ARTS & CULTURAL CENTRE 20 - 22 HAWKIN ST. 35 Until 9pm

An evening of arts and culture with music, dance and drama.

An exhibition by Amnesty International and Magnum Photos, highlighting stories of refugees, past and present, marking International World Peace Day 2017 and running until Friday 6th October.

GREAT JAMES ST. 29 7pm

WANNA JOIN THE CIRCUS?

America - Fake News Explore the world of media while inventing and presenting your own ‘FAKE’ news to camera with the Verbal School of Journalism.

World Stories - Flash Fiction Reading Rooms Volunteers present an exciting mix of international contemporary and classic flash fiction from Brecht to Lydia Davis, Kafka, Etgar Keret, Jansson, David Sedaris and many others.

MUSIC RECITALS

CULTÚRLANN UÍ CHANÁIN

Join us for tours and tastings every hour.

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An evening of Random surprise guests amid performances from our finest young talent. Random hi!

SMART SWAG

DEPARTS: THE PLAYHOUSE PLAZA 6.30pm (Approx. 1 hr)

Join CCA for an evening of events including curator tours of our current exhibition, Sarah Pierce No Title; poster giveaway and drinks reception.

Antarctica - World Blocks Creative writing workshops exploring this unique wilderness which is also home to cutting edge science.

Africa Journey through story, movement and rhythm, and have a go on the Djembe drums.

As part of Good Relations Week, groups from the Diverse City Partnership will host a special evening celebration, featuring live music from Kate and Kathleen.

Food and refreshments served.

FIRST DERRY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 22 6.30pm - 9pm

Cowley Gallery showcases Keith Drury’s work alongside many other much-loved artists with live music and light refreshments.

Travel around the world through stories. Collect your passport at reception and declare your own favourite story for the story wall.

Learn about the Verbal and the World as you move through the building on a journey for all ages, visiting Asia, Antarctica, America, Europe and Africa!

Get to know the community of professional artists who work in the heart of the city. Take a tour of the studios, (above Henderson’s Music Shop), and see a wide variety of art in the making.

Dark comedy about dementia, exploring the relationship between two Barbers, as they prepare to close their barber shop for a final holiday to see the opera. 40 minute performance with Anne Gallagher & Ronan Carr.

Written & directed by Ronan Carr.

DIVERSE CITY PARTNERSHIP

Bígí linn d’oíche cheoil agus damhsa, céilí agus sólaistí! Join us for an evening of music and dance, céilí, tea and coffee, everyone welcome! Contact Caitríona Uí Dhoibhlín for more information on 028 71 362 154.

LONDON ST.

VERBAL ARTS CENTRE, STABLE LANE, BISHOP ST. 7pm - 9pm

THE JUNCTION, BISHOP ST. 27 7pm - 9pm

Commissioned by 14 - 18 NOW. Conceived and created by Turner Prize-winning artist JEREMY DELLER in collaboration with RUFUS NORRIS, Director of the National Theatre.

UPGRADE TCG FOR CULTURE NIGHT 2017

A TASTE OF THE PAST

PROCESS ROOM 8pm Informal Q&A with artist.

THE STREETS 5pm - 8pm

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A mixed media site responsive installation exploring perceptions of ageing and dementia and a unique opportunity for public access to Nazareth House before redevelopment begins.

EXHIBITION OF WORK

by MEGAN DOHERTY

IT’S ABOUT THE PEOPLE YOU MEET ON THE STREET It might be sassy ‘Beeyonce’, our resident Witch or the King himself.

It could even be Kathleen from up the street - you just don’t know who you’ll meet! Stop for a song, a story, a chat or a bit of news for the house, as you make your way around the sights and sounds of Culture Night. With special Fire & Drum performances.

FASHION & TEXTILE DESIGN CENTRE, SHIPQUAY ST. 7pm - 10pm

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CHRIST CHURCH, INFIRMARY RD. 30 7pm - 8pm

DERRY DESIGNER MAKERS

THE CRAFT VILLAGE, SHIPQUAY ST. 5 ALL DAY UNTIL 8pm Meet the Maker. Artist makers will be on hand to discuss their work and process. This year profiles the work of local photographer, Lorcan Doherty.

A special performance from the internationally acclaimed choir.

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Translink passengers can enjoy live music on-board selected Foyle Metro services. Local musicians will perform for passengers, starting your evening on the right note!

NAZARETH HOUSE, BISHOP ST. 14 6pm - 9.30pm

Late night opening, guided tours and opportunity for all ages to make art.

WORLD OF STORIES

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Watch a digital animation exploring cultures created by children aged 8 - 12 from Gaelscoil Edain Mhor, Longtower & Fountain Primary Schools and Northwest Islamic Association.

Light refreshments served.

THE UNFAMILIAR FAMILIAR by Sue Morris

PATRICK ST. 10 5pm - 11pm

THE PLAYHOUSE, ARTILLERY ST.

‘The Art of the Comic’ encompasses illustration, storytelling, characters, drama and current affairs. From horror to superheroes, everyday life to children’s comics, we will be showcasing contemporary comic art in all its various strands.

Extended hours with Free Admission for Culture Night.

VOID GALLERY

Begin your Culture Night journey here. Our volunteer guides can help you plan your evening for the perfect balance of sights, sounds, moves and grooves – whatever you’re into. Check out www. derrystrabane.com/culturenight for information on Themed Guided Tours to make the most of your Culture Night.

EIGHTY81, EBRINGTON SQUARE 19 6pm - 9pm

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Featuring a night of amazing local, national and international music, dance & drama as part of Culture Night Ireland 2017. For more information contact Studio 2 Derry at info@gscaderry.com, Facebook: Studio 2 Derry.

MUSEUM OF FREE DERRY

SEW OLD & NEW

THE ART OF THE COMIC

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER

Go Large with Selfies of your favourite Culture Night moments #CNDerry2017

CULTURE NIGHT OPEN NIGHT

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