Down Arts Centre is delighted to launch the new season programme of performances, classes, one day workshops, film screenings, craftivity club for kids and exhibitions from January to April 2025.
The brochure’s front cover features one of the colourful abstract portraits from Paul Currie’s individually styled ‘Mirror Paul’ forthcoming exhibition in the gallery in February. Other exhibitions coming up in the new year include ‘roselight’ by acclaimed County Down Based artist Frances O’Reilly. In celebration of International Women’s Day, Leontia Haldenby curates ‘Mater’ a group exhibition that celebrates the strength, resilience and creativity of women. In April the Office of Public Works in partnership with the Department of Finance is delighted to present ‘Connections’, the most recent in their cross-border series of contemporary art exhibitions across Ireland featuring 63 artworks by 60 artists.
The new programme is also packed with weekly classes ranging from Tai Chi, Yoga, Painting and Pottery to Flower Arranging. One-day workshops feature Silver Jewellery, Sound Bath Meditations, Spring Wreaths and Willow Birdfeeder.
Performances include music from Frances Black, Kieran Goss & Annie Kinsella as well as award winning singer, Barbara Dickson. Drama from GBL Productions ‘Thursdays with Elvis’. Film screenings in partnership with Film Hub NI with our regular Thursday Movies in the Mornings – beat the January blues with Singin in the Rain on Thursday 23 January.
This season we are delighted to introduce Craftivity Club – Saturday workshops for 6 to 9 year olds – kids will have a blast with our seasonal arts & crafts programme on offer!
And don’t forget to check out our website www.downartscentre.com for information about the Artist Bursaries Programme – funding to support and strengthen the arts sector within Newry, Mourne & Down District through individual artist awards and artist residencies.
There is something for everyone in the new arts season programme so drop in and pick up a copy or click here to view the Down Arts Centre Programme.
For further information or to book tickets contact The Box Office, Down Arts Centre on 0330 137 4014 or go online www.downartscentre.com
In this exhibition at Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick, the artist, Frances O’Reilly, presents a series of abstract landscapes, drawing from her observations of the natural world and the dynamic forces of nature.
In celebration of International Women’s Day, this group exhibition invites viewers to contemplate the complex interplay of emotions, experiences, and societal expectations surrounding motherhood.
This 'Connections' exhibition is the latest in the cross-border series of contemporary art exhibitions, it will be exhibited at Down Arts Centre from 10 April to 3 May 2025.
The Breath & Sound experience is a sacred journey back to yourself—a soul reset that offers space to reconnect with your true essence.
Add a touch of spring into your home by joining us this morning to enjoy this fun and informative workshop. Participants will be provided with all materials needed to create a beautiful wreath or table centre piece.
Join Heather McDermott to make a beautiful Willow bird feeder for Spring. Using sustainable organic NI Willow you will learn three different weaving techniques, including a handle.
Following a string of successful shows around Northern Ireland, John Devlin and The Revolvers will be playing Down Arts Centre on Saturday 8th February 2025 for an evening of original rock and roll and Americana.
Join us at Down Arts Centre for a special screening of King Frankie, part of the Film Hub N.I Collective tour, which brings local films to local places.
The Legend of Luke Kelly at Down Arts Centre is an authentic show celebrating the life and songs of Ireland's most iconic and greatest folk singer.
Josh Blair was never any good at team sports, that is until he joins Validus Grammar and goes along for a rugby training session and he is hooked!
This is Cut Rubber’s first return to Down Arts Centre since opening for Downpatrick legends Ash in the summer of ‘22. Cut Rubber are; Kieron Black (guitars and vocals), Conor McGrath (bass and vocals) and Davy Bates (drums).
St. Patrick’s Week Screening: North Circular (2022) As part of our St. Patrick’s Week celebrations, join us for a special screening of the critically acclaimed Irish documentary North Circular (2022). Directed by Luke McManus, this stunning film takes you on a poetic journey along one of Dublin’s most iconic streets — the North Circular Road.
“Songs in the Key of Fleetwood Mac” is a night that celebrates the legendary band’s essence, capturing their soulful harmonies, timeless lyrics, and iconic rhythms. From the haunting melancholy of “Landslide” to the electrifying energy of “Go Your Own Way,” this musical performance showcases Fleetwood Mac’s rich catalog, highlighting their emotional depth and musical versatility.
The Irish duo will be taking to the stage to perform tracks from 'Oh, The Starlings' their critically acclaimed debut duo album. Widely praised as a stunning piece of work, the album gained the attention of musicians and music fans from all over the world, receiving rave reviews.
Lana is a single mother of 12-year-old Libby. She struggles with the cost of living and the rising price of Prosecco, whilst trying to survive on Universal Credit. She can’t even afford a night out. So every Thursday night she and her wee Christian friend, Mary Magdalene Miriam, doll themselves up and have a wee drink and listen to Lana’s mother’s music from the 1950s and 60s. She gets the shock of her life when one Thursday night Elvis appears - and returns every week.
In this special acoustic performance Barbara Dickson and her pianist Nick Holland explore her catalogue of songs at an intimate level. The pair let the words and melodies take 'centre stage' as they perform a wonderful range of material drawing on Barbara's folk roots, contemporary greats, and some of her classic hits. Emerging from the Scottish folk scene of the late 1960's Barbara had enjoyed mainstream chart success with hits including 'Answer Me', 'Another Suitcase in Another Hall', 'Caravan' and the million-selling number one single, 'I Know Him So Well'. As Scotland's best-selling female album artist, she has earned 6 platinum, 11 gold and 7 silver albums and cemented her status as one of the UK's best-loved performers. Nick Hollan
