The Big Arts Weekend returns on 2 to 5 May 2025. We always look forward to showcasing the wealth of creative and cultural talent here in the Glens and beyond. Behind the scenes, the programme is filling up with live events for all ages. You’ll find music, theatre, literature, poetry and visual arts, alongside nature […]
Malachy McSparran devoted his life to recording the people and stories of the Glens, and of Cushendun in particular. Fifteen years ago Malachy allowed CBPT to reprint his collection of photographs which was exhibited in 2009. This was the first ever event CBPT held at the Old Church Centre, long before the building was restored. […]
Join us for an evening of Jazz and Blues as we open the Big Arts Weekend 2025 The Sazeracs is a band consisting of Linley Hamilton on trumpet, Kyron Bourke on vocals / piano and Andrew Lavery on drums. Each member boasts years of experience playing in an eclectic mix of bands across genres. The […]
A drama workshop for young performers aged 7 to 11. A day of games, acting and creative play, with the end goal of making a 10-15 minute performance for parents and friends. Children need to be registered by their responsible adult on arrival. Please bring a packed lunch.
Join Philip Johnston and Maiden Voyage Dance Company for a walk through magical Cregagh Wood and encounter dance performances en route. The walk lasts approx 1.5 hours and involves steep climbs and uneven footpaths so please wear good walking shoes. Meet at St Patrick’s Church Car Park, Glendun Rd, BT44 0PZ This event is weather […]
Birds, bees and beautiful wisteria: gardens, hunting, and the natural world in Bridgerton. Dr Katherine Byrne teaches English at Ulster University, and has published many books and articles about period drama, Victorian literature and medicine, women’s writing, and the Gothic. She loves TV, is lucky enough to be able to write about it, and has […]
The annual exhibition of paintings by local Glens artists returns to Glenmona House for the Big Arts Weekend. Browse a wonderful variety of local pieces from the Cushendun Painting for Pleasure group. Open 11am to 4pm daily.
A recording of Lurig Drama Group’s commemoration of the arrival of electric street lighting to Cushendall in 1924. Playing on small screens all weekend. Scheduled events in the building may restrict availability from time to time.
A wide selection of used hardbacks and paperbacks in good condition sold to raise funds for CBPT.
Join us once again in the iconic big room at Randal’s for this lovely afternoon of poetry and spoken word. Come along to share favourite poems, your choice, your own work, or just to listen. This year’s theme is loosely based around childhood.
Remembering the life and work of the best known Irish playwright of his generation on the 10th anniversary of his death. Lurig Drama Group presents a rehearsed reading of Brian Friel’s critically acclaimed “Faith Healer”
1958 American WW II drama starring Marlon Brando, Montgomery Clift and Dean Martin. Enjoy this movie classic on the big screen in the Old Church Centre. Bring your own bottle and maybe popcorn.
