Discussion on the impact of the Agreement twenty-five years after its inception. Panellists are Eamonn Mallie, journalist, author & broadcaster; Dr. Bronagh Hinds, NI Women’s Coalition, DemocraShe; Anna Mercer, Deputy Director of Political Consultancy Stratagem; Linda Ervine, Manager of the Turas Irish Language Project; and Michael Boyd, NI Human Rights Commission. Chaired by Claire Mc […]
The Old Church Centre is delighted to welcome back John Spillane for a night of music and songs. A musician, songwriter, performer, recording artist, storyteller and poet, John's music appeals to listeners across many genres and generations. His vocal style has an almost sean-nós like quality and his most recent album is inspired by his […]
Damian Gorman is a poet and playwright from Newcastle, Co. Down, who has a long association with Cushendun. His most recent work for the stage - BEYOND BELIEF, a musical drama about John and Pat Hume - had a sell-out run in Derry's Guildhall this Spring, and the final performance was live-streamed across the world. […]
Medbh McGuckian An internationally acclaimed poet, Medbh McGuckian has both a paternal and a maternal Glens connection. From 1985-88 she was the first woman writer-in-residence at Queen’s University and subsequently became a writer-in-residence at the University of Ulster and Trinity College Dublin, and a creative writing fellow at the Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s. She […]
Musicians of the Ulster Orchestra are delighted to return to Cushendun in the beautiful and intimate setting of the Old Church Centre, following their sell-out concert in 2019. This informal concert will feature classics of the repertoire for small string ensemble, alongside some less familiar musical pieces.
Oonagh will discuss her use of traditional growing methods, demonstrate the art of floral arrangement and provide guidance on the care of cut flowers. All flowers and materials will be provided and participants will be able to avail of refreshments before departing with their own floral arrangement.
Victoria and her band of spectacular musicians perform a carefully-selected set of songs made famous by the ‘High Priestess of Soul’, Nina Simone. An award-winning artist, Victoria is best known for her passionate and powerful vocals, evinced by her most recent album, 2020’s ‘Sophisticated Lady’, which opens with a reinterpretation of ‘Feeling Good’. Throughout Victoria’s […]
***SOLD OUT *** Jude McNeill of Turais Chois Abhann Doinne/Cushendun Tours leads this fascinating exploration of Glendun, the 'Brown Glen'. The tour will include St Patrick’s Gloonan stone, Fuldieu story, Mass rock, Cregagh Wood, Souterains, Famine, Making of the Coast Road, early settlements, Glendun National School, Miss Ada, Gaeltacht area, and of course, the Glendun Viaduct […]
*** SOLD OUT*** Musicians from the Ulster Orchestra are joined by harpist Tanya Houghton to perform another gorgeous evening of music in the Old Church Centre, Cushendun. Whether you're new to orchestral music or a regular concertgoer, you'll find plenty to enjoy in this programme of gems for small ensemble. Ravel String Quartet Ibert Entr’acte […]
Deborah Brown's magnificent sculpture, 'Johann', is now a well-known feature of the Cushendun landscape, but her extraordinary significance as Ireland's most pioneering artist in the 1960s is only beginning to be recognised. John Hewitt was a supporter of Deborah Brown's in the early 1950s, at the same time as T.P. Flanagan, with whom she was […]
Display of historical photographs as part of the 120 year anniversary of Robert Emmets GAC Cushendun. This will be in place between Sunday 14 and Friday 26 September, and accessible to ticket holders for all Culture Month events. Free to view between ticketed Culture Month events as follows: Sunday 14 September 11am to 2pm Friday […]
European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) 13-14 September 2025 The Department for Communities is inviting you to get out and about and explore over 200 of Northern Ireland’s historic landmarks and hidden heritage as part of European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) 2025. EHOD 2025 will take place on 13–14 September 2025, offering free public access to historic sites, […]
"Behind every great man..." they say, implying the supportive spouse who leaves the high-minded male poet to his creativity! But as with Dorothy Wordsworth, Georgie Yeats, Una Jeffers and more, Roberta Hewitt (who'd lived in Canada before she met John and had her own independent role in education) not only supported her husband John's career […]
***SOLD OUT*** Together, Mary Dillon, Dónal O'Connor, and Neil Martin create a spellbinding tapestry of traditional and contemporary sounds. Their collaborative efforts promise to breathe new life into timeless Ulster songs and tunes, marrying Mary's evocative vocals with the expressive interplay of fiddle, cello, harmonium & uilleann pipes. This musical union is not only a […]
Talk and exhibition exploring the life of Patricia Mulholland; choreographer, violinist and inspiration to Irish Dancers globally. The exhibition will feature Irish Dancers, choreography notes, photographic archive and Irish Ballet costumes. £5 Under 18s £8 Earlybird (until 7 September) £10 Full Price
***SOLD OUT *** As a BBC correspondent, Fergal Keane reported on news of conflict and genocide from around the world. He has since spoken and written about the effects of his exposure these events and the resulting PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Fergal Keane is a proud father and an award-winning journalist and author. He is […]
We regret this event has been cancelled. Ticket holders have been contacted. A dance workshop with Philip Johnston where you will work towards making a short dance in small groups. The class will run for 2 hours with breaks, please wear comfortable loose clothing and wear gym shoes or shoes you can dance in. […]
***SOLD OUT*** Roger Casement, considered by some one of the greatest Irishmen to have lived, and the less well known Jack White were both 'sons of the British Empire’ who rebelled against that inheritance embracing radical political thought and Irish Nationalism. Both were County Antrim men who would have been very at home in Cushendun. […]
Join us to celebrate 120 years of Robert Emmets Cushendun GAC Hurling Club. The evening will include a video presentation, an exhibition of photographs and memorabilia, and reflections from past players and management. Refreshments provided. Free, but booking recommended.
In 1910, Irish humanitarian Roger Casement journeyed to the Amazon rainforest of Peru to investigate horrific atrocities committed against Indigenous communities by the rubber industry. His report - now known as The Blue Book - became a pivotal document in the history of human rights. Over a century later, Peruvian-Irish composer and guitarist Rodrigo Almonte […]