SPRING PROGRAMME JANUARY 2016 – MAY 2016
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Spring Programme 2016
SPRING PROGRAMME
WELCOME TO THE NEW SEASON Spring brings us new beginnings in many ways. We’re starting 2016 with a jam-packed programme with hopefully something to suit all tastes; why not join us for a great night out or to learn a new skill?
Helpful hints for your visit Arrive on time – all shows start at the time advertised in the programme, and once curtain is up latecomers may not gain admission until the interval.
Season highlights include a varied programme of music, from country to folk to trad, with performances by Emmy® Award Winner, Eamonn McCrystal, Scottish songstress Eddi Reader, Tommy Fleming, Derek Ryan, Cookstown Folk Club, Beoga, Ritchie Remo and Robert Mizzell.
To save time at the interval pre-order any drinks you require at the first floor bar which is open to patrons before, during and after performances.
Comedy as always takes centre stage with the return of mentalist, David Meade, stand-up from Neil Delamere, a brand new set by Conal Gallen and the next hilarious instalment of the History of the Peace, which this time gets the Mammy treatment!
Cameras and recording devices are not permitted in the auditorium without prior permission from Burnavon management.
There are brand new workshops for you to attend, across a wide range of art forms and craft topics, seasonal celebrations for Easter, and plenty for the kids to see and do with family fun days, and the return of Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre with the story of Dinosaur Detectives. Thanks as always go to our Principal sponsors, Lafarge Cement and our Media sponsors, the Mid-Ulster Mail and the Tyrone Courier. We hope you enjoy the new season, and we’re always keen to have your feedback so let us know how we’re doing by phone, email, Facebook or Twitter. Looking forward to seeing you over the coming months, The Burnavon team Box Office: 028 8676 9949
You can avail of the free parking adjacent to the Burnavon.
All mobile phones must be switched off out of consideration for the enjoyment of other patrons. Food and drink are not permitted in the auditorium.
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SPRING PROGRAMME
SEASON AT A GLANCE When
What’s On
Fri 29 Jan
Scottish Ceilidh
Sat 30 Jan
Flash Harry
Sat 30 Jan
Ballroom Dancing for Kids
Mon 1 – Sun 28 Feb
1916 Commemorative Exhibition
Thurs 4 Feb
Neil Delamere: CTRL+ALT+DELAMERE
Sat 6 Feb
David Meade
Sat 6 Feb & 13 Feb
Basket Weaving
Thurs 11 Feb
Al Grant as Jim Reeves
Music Concert
Fri 12 Feb
Eddi Reader
Music Concert
Sat 13 Feb
Conal Gallen
Thurs 18 Feb
Tommy Fleming
Fri 19 Feb
Give My Head Peace Live
Sat 20 Feb
Eamonn McCrystal
Wed 24 Feb
Brendan Grace
Thurs 25 & Fri 26 Feb
Derek Ryan
Sat 27 Feb
Centenary of the Somme Concert
Sat 27 Feb
Furniture Upcycling
Thurs 3 Mar
Sandy Kelly as Patsy Cline
Fri 4 Mar
Badly Cut Fringe: Headline Terry McHugh
Sat 5 Mar
Antiques Fair
Thurs 10 Mar
Kings and Queens of Country
Sat 12 Mar
An Evening of Gospel Praise
Sat 12 Mar
Glass Painting
Wed 16 Mar
St. Patrick’s Day Concert
Fri 18 Mar
Lisa McHugh
Sat 19 Mar
Easter Family Fun Day
Wed 23 Mar
Easter Floral Art
Wed 30 Mar
Ritchie Remo
Music Concert
Fri 1 Apr
Cash Returns
Music Concert
Sat 2 Apr
The Cripple of Inishmann
Sat 2 Apr
Canvas Art
Thurs 7 Apr
Philomena Begley and Ray Lynam
Music Concert
Fri 8 Apr
Dungannon Choral Society
Music Concert
Sat 9 Apr
Team Aspie Fundraising Event
Sat 16 Apr
Four Men and A Dog
Music Concert
Fri 22 Apr
SWC Performing Arts Variety Show
Entertainment
Sat 23 Apr
Cookstown Folk Club
Music Concert
Thurs 28 Apr
Marc Roberts as John Denver
Music Concert
Fri 29 Apr
Sperrin Choir
Music Concert
Thurs 5 May
Robert Mizzell
Music Concert
Sat 7 May
Beoga
Music Concert
Thurs 12 May & Fri 13 May History of the Peace (Accordin’ to my Ma) Fri 20 May
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Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre
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What is it? Music Concert Music Concert Workshop/Children Exhibition Comedy Entertainment Workshop
Comedy Music Concert Comedy Music Concert Comedy Music Concert Community Workshop Music Concert Comedy Community Music Concert Community Workshop Music Concert Music Concert Family/Children Workshop
Drama Workshop
Community
Comedy Family/Children
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Spring Programme 2016
SCOTTISH CEILIDH Date: Fri 29th Jan Time: 8pm Tickets: £7 (includes complimentary tea/coffee and shortbread) The Ceilidh is back! Come and enjoy a great evening of Scottish Country and Ceilidh dancing. With the help of experienced dance leaders Ken and Linda McLean, see how it is done and then join in. You don’t need to have danced before, just come along with your best dancing shoes and a sense of fun.
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Music provided by Risin’ Stour. David Hull Promotions Ltd presents
FLASH HARRY – THE MUSIC OF QUEEN Date: Sat 30th Jan Time: 8pm Tickets: £17.50 Flash Harry have been celebrating the music of Queen all over Ireland and the UK for more than 20 years and still fans come to pay homage to the greatest rock band of them all. Flash Harry brings a show that embraces the very essence of live music, talent, energy, enthusiasm, passion and pure showmanship. Audiences will see the band rocking out Queen’s greatest hits from ‘Radio Gaga’, ‘We Are the Champions’, to ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and everything in between. Quite simply it’s live music entertainment at its best. For a night of good old fashioned rock Flash Harry is a show not to be missed!! Box Office: 028 8676 9949
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CTRL+ALT+ DELAMERE Lisa Richards Presents
Neil Delamere
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NEIL DELAMERE: CTRL+ALT+DELAMERE Date: Thurs 4th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 Following sold out shows last year Neil returns with a brand new show brimming with hilarious stories and incisive wit. 2015 saw the award-winning comedian continue his star turn on the perennially popular ‘The Blame Game’ for BBC NI on TV and radio. Neil also landed his own weekend national radio show for Today FM and the hosting role in the new RTE2 science series ‘Eureka’. Now he’s back to his first love, telling tall tales and spinning side-splitting yarns about the events of the last year.
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Spring Programme 2016
David Meade Ltd presents
DAVID MEADE MINDREADER – FAKE BELIEVE Date: Sat 6th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £16 TV’s Million Dollar Mind Reader is back on stage with his amazing brand new show - FAKE BELIEVE!
Visit www.davidmeade.co.uk for more information. Tom Kelly Promotions Ltd presents
‘WELCOME TO MY WORLD’: A CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF JIM REEVES
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In this, his most ambitious live show yet, TV’s fastest rising star is returning to the stage following a sell-out 2015 tour, with a show that is as hilarious as it is jaw dropping. He reveals PIN numbers, detects lies, reveals secret thoughts and influences those around him with seemingly inexplicable results!
Date: Thurs 11th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 (10% off for groups of 10 or more: Contact Box Office for details) The brilliant Scottish singer, ‘Gentleman Al’ Grant presents a unique insight into the life and music of the great Jim Reeves, with a wonderful concert of his classic songs. With narration and video screen footage of Reeves’ life, this will be a vintage evening of song and story. Renowned for his classic interpretation of Jim Reeves songs with unerring similarity to the voice of the ‘Great Man’ this promises to be one of the concerts of the year. Al is backed by a band which includes some of Ireland’s finest musicians, and special guest on the night will be renowned singer/songwriter Isla Grant.
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EDDI READER Supported by Chelsey Chambers Date: Fri 12th Feb Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £16 With a career spanning over 3 decades, Eddi Reader has effortlessly developed into one of popular music’s most thrilling and affecting performers. First brought into the limelight as front woman for Fairground Attraction, whose number 1 single, ‘Perfect’, topped the British charts, Eddi’s tenth solo venture, ‘Vagabond’ (Feb 2014) is a captivating, deeply personal, yet universal sounding recording.
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Spring Programme 2016 Little Round Records presents
CONAL GALLEN: A LAUGH AND A HALF Date: Sat 13th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £20
He has been writing a whole set of brand new material along with some firm fan favourites, to give his audience what he considers ‘his best show yet’. Loved by audiences young and old, Conal has proved time and time again why he is Ireland’s funniest man with his hilarious, side-splitting brand of comedy. TF Productions presents
TOMMY FLEMING IN CONCERT
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Yes he is back! Ireland’s Ambassador of Comedy Conal Gallen is back on stage solo with his hilarious new one man stand up show ‘A Laugh and a Half’. Conal is back with what promises to be his best show yet, jam-packed with over 2 hours of hilarious jokes, stories and songs which will have you in stitches from start to finish!
Date: Thurs 18th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £25 Don’t miss this opportunity to experience what 20,000 Irish fans see and return to experience each year in this brand new show. A Tommy Fleming concert is a unique and emotional musical experience suitable for all ages. His performance is always delivered with electric emotion and surrounded by his world-class band. Tommy’s concerts include his biggest hits from ‘Danny Boy’ to ‘Bright Blue Rose’ and of course, ‘Hard Times’. Tommy’s versions are unique and individual to him and until you hear him sing these songs you cannot experience the musical emotion that only his music can reach.
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David Hull Promotions presents
GIVE MY HEAD PEACE LIVE! Date: Fri 19th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £22 Northern Ireland’s favourite dysfunctional family returns to the Burnavon and they’ll all be there, Ma, Da, Cal, Dympna, Billy, Uncle Andy and the lovably menacing Pastor Begbie (Paddy Jenkins). Da is planning a spectacular commemoration of the 1916 Rising - unless Ma drags him over to London to meet the Queen to pick up her OBE. Uncle Andy digs in to Ulster’s glorious past only to find out that his great-greatUncle Andy was known as the Coward of the Kneebreakers who spent the entire First World War hiding in the attic of Ulster’s dodgiest drinking den.
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Expect a laugh out loud show with topical humour, up to the minute satire, and stand-up from Tim McGarry. Give My Head Peace - it’s like local politics, only funny Patrons please note: This show contains adult references. Responsibility for allowing children under 12 to view lies with the accompanying adult.
EAMONN McCRYSTAL IN CONCERT Date: Sat 20th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 (£17.50 concession) Special Offer: Book your tickets by Christmas Eve and receive £5 off Eamonn’s Christmas Album, available at the Box Office. Emmy® Award Winner, Eamonn McCrystal, returns to the Burnavon for a special evening of music in his home town. In this intimate concert setting, Eamonn will perform selections from his multi-Emmy® award winning TV Special, ‘The Music of Northern Ireland’, from classics like ‘Red Sails in the Sunset’, ‘Moondance’, to contemporary hits like Snow Patrol’s ‘Chasing Cars’. “McCrystal never disappoints …a flawless performance every time” NEW YORK TIMES “Eamonn McCrystal is an effortless tenor with a rare ability to deliver modern ballads in a way that’s both intimate and dramatic.” BILLBOARD MAGAZINE
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Spring Programme 2016 Tom Kelly Promotions presents
AN EVENING WITH BRENDAN GRACE Date: Wed 24th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 (10% off for groups of 10 or more: Contact Box Office for details) It’s a funny old world when seen through the eyes of Brendan Grace. The sanctimonious priest who knows more than he’s telling; the father of the bride makes a speech at his daughter’s wedding; and then there’s the schoolboy with the unspeakable personal habits and a fine line in sympathy pleas.
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Brendan Grace is all of these and more. There is a type of sincerity about his act that endears you to him, and his off-stage persona is very much a ‘man of the people’ as he makes himself available after each show for a photo and a ‘meet and greet’. Michael Magill Productions presents
DEREK RYAN Date: Thurs 25 & Fri 26 Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £23.50 Derek’s most recent album, “The Simple Things” topped the Irish charts, overtaking some big names for the top spot. The album includes hit singles “Flowers in your Hair” and “Hold Onto Your Hat” featuring Sharon Shannon. His rise to stardom on the country scene has been phenomenal and there are few country stars who can claim to have made such an impact in just over two years. Not only has Derek’s concert tour this year sold out in venues across the country, he recently took home not one, but two awards recently from the ceremony, held by Ireland’s biggest selling newspaper, The Sunday World. Derek was awarded with “Entertainer of the Year” and “Album of the Year” for his number one album, ‘The Simple Things’. Box Office: 028 8676 9949
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performances / exhibitions / workshops Tyrone Somme Memorial Association presents
CENTENARY OF THE SOMME (1916 – 2016) Date: Sat 27th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: £10 The memory of the Somme is firmly etched into the fabric of the Irish people, when an entire generation marched off to war and never returned.
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This concert is to commemorate the centenary of this awful battle, to remember local men like John Jordan who died in the Great War and to pay tribute to those men like Leslie Bell who returned but carried the memories to their graves. The programme features music from the Tamlaghtmore Silver Band, the Inniskilling Fusiliers Flute Band and the haunting voice of Paul Elliott, world champion drummer, Aaron McLean, and piper from the Field Marshall Montgomery Pipe Band. With poems read by compere Michael Wilson, and a performance by Cookstown Primary School, the night will end with a formal act of remembrance. Tom Kelly Promotions Ltd presents
THE PATSY CLINE STORY: WITH SANDY KELLY Date: Thurs 3rd Mar Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 (10% off for groups of 10 or more: Contact Box Office for details) This wonderful evening of nostalgia brings the audience on a trip down memory lane to listen to the music of the great Patsy Cline. The classic songs such as ‘Crazy’ and ‘Sweet Dreams’ are timeless. The lead role in the show is played by the wonderful Sandy Kelly and this year marks the 25th anniversary of the first Patsy Cline show that Sandy produced and starred in. Special guest on the show is Gerry Guthrie, one of most talented and relatively new ‘Country’ stars on the Irish scene. With a brilliant live band this is a show not to be missed.
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Spring Programme 2016
BADLY CUT FRINGE WITH TERRY McHUGH Date: Fri 4th Mar Time: 8pm Tickets: £10
Paddy McGaughey is one of the best acts on the local comedy scene and has played support to a whole host of acts including Tim McGarry, Colin Murphy and Kevin McAleer. Acerbic regular MC of Masons Comedy Club, 2013 Comedian of Culture Bobby Best returns with his second full length show ‘Critical Condition.’
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Headlining is the brilliant Terry McHugh who presents his amazing new Edinburgh show ‘Stand Up By Me.’ In Terry’s short years of stand up he’s amassed an amazing amount of gigs and has recently opened for Patrick Kielty on his ‘Home’ tour. A natural born story teller and disgruntled Belfast man transposed to Omagh, there’s nothing he can’t turn a funny eye to. Whether it is accidentally getting his tweets read out in Stormont to becoming the best extra ever on Game of Thrones, Terry’s show is a must.
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What’s better than one great comedy show? Three great comedy shows all on the one night. ‘Badly Cut Fringe’ supplies a mini festival chock full of laughs all under the one roof and starring three of Northern Ireland’s hottest stand ups.
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performances / exhibitions / workshops Assist Romania presents
AN EVENING OF GOSPEL PRAISE With Live Issue and Laura Dowey Date: Sat 12th Mar Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £10 (£5 concession: under 16’s only) Under 5’s free admission
1st Cookstown Boys Brigade presents
ANTIQUES FAIR Date: Sat 5th Mar Time: 10am – 4pm Tickets: Adults: £3 (admission at the door) Accompanied children free
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A popular yearly event in the Burnavon, the Boy’s Brigade Antiques Fair offers visitors the opportunity to browse through the many antiques on offer and to add to their collection of valuables, or to purchase something special as a unique gift for others.
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JMG Music Group presents
THE KINGS AND QUEENS OF COUNTRY Date: Thurs 10th Mar Time: 8pm Tickets: £20
Assist Romania are inviting you to join Live Issue and Laura Dowey in a Gospel Praise evening.
Join 5 of Irish Country Music’s household names for a super Kings and Queens of Country show. The show features 5 fantastic stars; Mick Flavin, John Hogan, Gene Stuart, Louise Morrissey and Gloria, who each will perform their most popular hits in the company of a great live band. Compere for the evening will be the popular ‘Cowboy Larry’ who will also sing a few classics. So if its toe tapping hand clapping good old country music you’re into, then this is the show for you!
Live Issue, no strangers to Burnavon Gospel Praise audiences, is one of the most popular Country Gospel groups on the circuit. Laura Dowey’s vocals blend country and soul, and this Northern Ireland Gospel Music Award winner brings a fresh approach to every song.
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Spring Programme 2016
ST. PATRICK’S CELEBRATIONS CONCERT Dates: Wed 16th Mar Time: 8pm Tickets: £10
This year we are delighted to welcome renowned singermusician Malachi Cush as compere, who hopefully will take some time to entertain you himself as he introduces a line up, headlined by All Folk’d Up, which includes Loup Comhaltas group, Coirui, lively dance routines from local dance schools as well as some fantastic solo acts. Every year a sell-out show, be sure to get your tickets early. Michael Magill Entertainments presents
LISA McHUGH Dates: Fri 18th Mar Time: 8pm Tickets: £22
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The very best of music, song and dance from an array of vibrant young local performers – that’s what’s on offer in our annual St Patrick’s Day celebration concert.
With determination and talent to last a lifetime, Lisa McHugh is a Glaswegian born star that’s more than ready to shine. Having now gained thousands of fans, the 26 year old beauty has won 14 awards to date in under 3 years including ‘Female Vocalist of The Year’ 3 years running and ‘Outstanding Achievement on the World Stage’ 2012 when she appeared on the Grand Ole Opry – the home of country music as a guest of the legendary Gene Watson. Lisa has also just recently released her newest album “A Life That’s Good”, which is set to be her best seller yet! Box Office: 028 8676 9949
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EASTER FAMILY FUN DAY Dates: Time: Admission:
Sat 19th Mar 11am – 3pm Free admission
Bring the family along to the Burnavon for an egg-citing day of fun and laughter this Easter, including street entertainment, Easter arts and crafts activities for the kids, face painting, balloon modelling and live music and refreshments.* *Programme of activities subject to change.
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Spring Programme 2016
EC Management presents
RITCHIE REMO AND SPECIAL GUESTS
Country music sensation Ritchie Remo returns to Cookstown following the success of his big single smash ‘Hit The Diff’.
Ritchie, who’ll perform with his Big Band, will be joined by some special guests. Expect the usual high-energy performance from Ritchie on what’s set to be a very special night.
CASH RETURNS: THE JOHNNY CASH AND JUNE CARTER TRIBUTE SHOW Date: Fri 1st Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: £15
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Date: Wed 30th Mar Time: 8pm Tickets: £12.50
Last year’s appearance by JP Mac and Caroline Parker set the Burnavon stage on fire and this return visit should be no exception. Hailed as the greatest and most exciting Johnny Cash and June Carter Tribute in the UK and Ireland, the show features JP Mac, whose baritone voice, delivery and stage mannerisms are uncannily like the Man in Black himself. Caroline Parker, who takes on the role of June Carter, steps up with a larger than life stage presence and even bigger voice. Featuring all the classics, this show is a must see for real fans of Cash and Carter. Box Office: 028 8676 9949
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Bardic / Premier presents
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THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMANN Written by Martin McDonagh Directed by Sean Faloon Date: Sat 2nd Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: ÂŁ14 The Cripple of Inishmaan is set on the remote island of Inishmaan off the west coast of Ireland. Word arrives that a Hollywood film is being made on the neighbouring island of Inishmore. The one person who wants to be in the film more than anybody is young Cripple Billy, if only to break away from the bitter tedium of his daily life. This classic Irish play examines an ordinary coming of age in extraordinary circumstances and shows once more that playwright Martin McDonagh is master of the deepest, darkest and most powerful humour. Patrons please note: This play contains strong language.
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Spring Programme 2016 Michael Magill Entertainments presents
THE TWO OF US TOUR WITH PHILOMENA BEGLEY AND RAY LYNAM Date: Thurs 7th Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 Known as the Queen of Irish Country music, Philomena Begley has made a firm imprint on the Irish, British and European markets. Begley has regularly toured with Ray Lynam since 1975 and they have recorded many duets together, their most popular songs being “My Elusive Dreams”, “You’re the one I can’t live without” and “She sang the melody”. After the ‘Together Again’ tour proving to be a roaring success, the pair are back again with the unmissable ‘The Two of Us’ tour.
CHORAL MUSIC FOR SPRING Date: Fri 8th Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: £10 (£8 concession) Dungannon Choral Society, with guests Cookstown Youth Choir and violinist Plunkett McGartland, present a concert for your musical delight. Both choirs, under the expert musical direction of Meta Bell MBE DL, will perform a variety of well-known and much-loved pieces from musical theatre and older toe-tapping classics to guarantee an uplifting night out.
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Dungannon Choral Society
Team Aspie presents
ASD: A SPECTACULAR DISPLAY GALA CONCERT Date: Sat 9th Apr Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £10 Team work makes the dream work, and that’s exactly what Team Aspie are celebrating in this Gala Concert that shows just what a talented bunch they are. Featuring Malachi Cush and Carol Doey, with a variety of musical and cabaret start turns by the team and their friends, the evening promises to support, promote, inspire and empower. Don’t miss out on a fantastic evening’s entertainment for a worthwhile cause. Box Office: 028 8676 9949
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FOUR MEN AND A DOG Date: Sat 16th Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: ÂŁ20 Four Men and a Dog are no strangers to the Burnavon stage with regular appearances at the annual Tunes4Change concerts, and in their own right as a headline act. This renowned Irish traditional band emerged in 1990 during the Belfast Folk Festival. The band plays Irish traditional music with a mixture of different other genres, including rock, jazz, blues, bluegrass, swing, salsa, polka and even rap. The band having made a name for themselves with their eclectic and vivacious blend of traditional Irish music with a wide spectrum of other genres continue to impress audiences across the world with their originality. Four Men & A Dog are true legends of Irish music. Their fiery tune sets are second to none for passion & precision, while the songs are full of surprise - anything from traditional ballads to American folk songs to acoustic rock n' roll (in the words of the band "Blame it on the radio"). Each musician is recognised as one of the foremost on his instrument anywhere in traditional music. Frontman Gino Lupari on vocals and bodhran is one of Irish music's great characters, a true performer who engages and draws audiences into the show wherever the band play. Make no mistake their influence is worldwide and they command a top slot in Irish music. Four Men & A Dog only play a very selective number of dates each year remaining loyal to the Burnavon, so this is a genuinely rare chance to catch one of Irish music's greatest live acts.
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Spring Programme 2016 South West College Performing Arts presents
VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF LIFE Fri 22nd Apr Matinee: 1.15pm Evening: 8pm Matinee: £5 Evening: £8 (£5 concession: under 16’s and SWC registered students only) The students of SWC Performing Arts present their end of year variety showcase, with musical theatre, drama, dance and song to mark the end of their studies for another year, inspiring children and adults alike and showcasing the many talents and skills of the SWC Performing Arts students. Cookstown Folk Club presents
AN EVENING WITH COOKSTOWN FOLK CLUB
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Date: Sat 23rd Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: £10 (£8 concession) Following on from the success of their Burnavon concert in April 2015, Cookstown Folk Club is back with another fantastic evening of Irish, Scottish, and Bluegrass Music. Now in its fourth year the club is going from strength to strength, proving a popular attraction at the Sligo Fleadh during the summer. This was followed by their debut appearance at the Craic Theatre in November 2015, spreading their unique programme and sound into the wider Mid Ulster area. Last time round, the club took the audience by storm with its slick performances and on stage banter – a fun filled musical night. Folk Club leader Donald Canavan says “We are really looking forward to being back home on the Burnavon stage and having a good night’s craic!” Box Office: 028 8676 9949
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performances / exhibitions / workshops Tom Kelly Promotions presents
THE MUSIC OF JOHN DENVER WITH MARC ROBERTS
Date: Thurs 28th Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 (10% off for groups of 10 or more: contact Box Office for details) Marc Roberts will perform his critically acclaimed, award winning show ‘A tribute to the music of John Denver’. This includes all the songs from his Number 1 selling album & many more! Marc’s tribute is a journey through John Denver’s life and music. He performs all the hits including ‘Annie’s Song’, ‘Leaving on a jet plane’, ‘Take me home country roads’, ‘Some days are diamonds’, ‘Calypso’, ‘Thank God I’m a country boy’ and many more. Sperrin Choir presents
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A NIGHT AT THE MUSICALS Date: Fri 29th Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: £10 (£8 concession) After a sell-out performance last spring the Sperrin Choir return with another programme devoted to the hits of Musical Theatre. The choir will sing some of the favourites from the shows of Rogers and Hammerstein as well as introducing the audience to some of the musicals currently gracing the stages of the West End and Broadway. The choir will be joined by the newly formed Sperrin Kidz under the leadership of Caroline Jones. This promises to be a night of spectacular choral music and one not to be missed!
ROBERT MIZZELL IN CONCERT Date: Thurs 5th May Time: 8pm Tickets: £20 Robert has made his home in Ireland for over a decade. He served his apprenticeship in Country Music since he first arrived here and is now one of the top Country artists in Ireland, his popularity spreading with extensive airplay in Europe and such distant territories as Australia. As anyone who has ever attended a Robert Mizzell show will testify, Robert and his band ‘The Country Kings’ put on an energy filled show. 22
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Spring Programme 2016
BEOGA Date: Sat 7th May Time: 8pm Tickets: £14.50 (£12 concession) Special Offer: all tickets £12 if booked before 1st April
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Beoga are described by the Wall Street Journal as ‘the best traditional band to emerge from Ireland this century’. At this very special concert, they launch their 5th studio album ‘Before we change our mind’. This performance also showcases the groundbreaking ‘3D Video Mapping’ technology of lightscape design that the band are developing.
HISTORY OF THE PEACE (ACCORDIN’ TO MY MA) By Martin Lynch and Grimes & McKee Date: Thurs 12th May Fri 13th May Time: 8pm Cost: £15 From the team that brought you The History Of The Troubles (accordin’ to my Da) comes the comedy sequel, The History Of The Peace (accordin’ to my Ma !). A peaceful tale of street protests, riots, guns, bombings and more riots. Karen Reid is a Belfast community worker struggling to keep house and family together in the face of Northern Ireland’s unique form of peace. Through the 1994 ceasefires, the Good Friday Agreement, the Chuckle Brothers and the ‘fleg’ protests, she fervently believes in a new Northern Ireland. Box Office: 028 8676 9949
Featuring the return oF
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Thankfully, Karen has the ‘total support’ of her loyal band of friends such as: Fireball - now working in Roselawn Crematorium - her dingbat best friend, Stacy, flute band leader, Roberto, Pineapple the paramilitary, Claire, the secret lesbian, Aaron, the serial ‘fleg’ protester and many more. Patrons please note: This performance contains some strong language. Book online www.burnavon.com
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performances / exhibitions / workshops Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre presents
DINOSAUR DETECTIVES Date: Fri 20th May Time: 10am Tickets: £5 (£3 concession); Family Ticket £12 (Contact Box Office for details) Suitable for children age 5 yrs + Running time: 1 hour (no interval) Follow the Dinosaur Detectives as they search for clues about the past. Mary Annings search for ‘curiosities’ on the beach brings to light the first skulls and full skeletons of ancient creatures that swam in the depths so long ago. From Buckland’s ‘Undergoundology’ to Gideon Mantell’s enormous bone and tooth, these finds take us on an fascinating journey to The Great Exhibition, revealing for the first time the amazing creatures known today as DINOSAURS.
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This family show appeals to children and adults alike. The ‘Dinosaur Detectives’ use Rod Puppets, shadow play and children’s toys to show the fascination, fun and the conflict that surrounds the first finds of Ancient Bones.
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EXHIBITIONS
EXHIBITIONS @ the BURNAVON
Tyrone Somme Memorial Association
1916 COMMEMORATIVE EXHIBITION Dates: Mon 1st Feb – Mon 29th Feb Admission: FREE In conjunction with their Somme Centenary Concert on 27th Feb, the Tyrone Somme Memorial Association, in association with Mid Ulster Militeria and Collectables, are staging an exhibition of WWI photos, medals, poems, cap badges, souvenirs, post cards, fields gear, uniforms and much more during the month of February. In the week leading up to the concert, Tyrone Somme members will be available to talk to people on all aspects of the Great War and undertake research into family members who fought or died during WWI. Schools and groups are particularly welcome and arrangements can be made to have members on site to answer questions. Please contact the Box Office for further information.
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performances / exhibitions / workshops
BALLROOM DANCING FOR KIDS with tutor Eleanor Turkington Dates: Sat 30th Jan Time: 10.30am to 11.30am (5-8yrs) 11.30 am to 12.30 (9yrs +) Duration: 1 hour Cost: £3 per child Suitable for age 5y+
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Strictly for the young ones in your house, we are delighted to introduce a taster session in Ballroom and Latin American dancing. Open to any boy or girl from age 5, this session will cover the basics of a few well known dances and help kids decide if the dancefloor is for them. Led by qualified instructor Eleanor, this is something new for the Burnavon and something we hope will prove popular. Music and fun guaranteed all the way!
BASKET WEAVING with tutor Louise McLean Dates: Sat 6 & 13 Feb Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Duration: 2 Workshops Cost: £40 (including materials) Suitable for 16y + Led by acclaimed basket weaver Louise McLean these workshops cater for all levels of ability and experience. Taking place over two consecutive weeks, first timers have the perfect length of time to learn the basic skills and weave their first willow basket. For anyone who has tried this craft before, it is the ideal opportunity to take on and complete a new and more adventurous project. All materials supplied.
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FURNITURE UPCYCLING with tutor Anne Warnock Date: Sat 27 Feb Time: 10.00am to 5.00pm Duration: 1 week Cost: £50 Suitable for age 16y+ Give a small piece of furniture a brand new look in just a day. Learn how to make your own chalk paint in a colour of your choice. You will then be shown a number of creative techniques including decoupage, stencilling and upholstering a seat pad. Experiment with your new found skills and techniques on your chosen piece to create a totally unique look, and preserve your work with a final protective coat of wax or varnish.
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A selection of suitable small items of furniture such occasional tables, chairs, plant stands will be provided for participants to choose from – this and all materials are included in the cost of the workshop.
GLASS PAINTING with tutor Louise McLean Date: Sat 12 Mar Time: 10.00am to 4.00pm Duration: 1 week Cost: £25 Suitable for age 16y+ This glass painting workshop is perfect for all levels of ability and experience. With the use of special glass paints, outliners and brushes you will create a beautiful decorative item for your home from a simple piece of glassware. Louise McLean will share her know-how with you and provide lots of reference books, templates and finished samples by way of inspiration – and you can expect to produce at least two stunning pieces to take home, making the perfect gift or keepsake. All materials will be provided although you are welcome to bring along any glass items of your own that you would like to re-invent. All workshops take place at the Burnavon unless otherwise indicated. For further information or to request an application form contact Arts and Culture Development on 8676 9949 option 4, or email burnavon@midulstercouncil.org
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EASTER FLORAL ART with tutor Sinead Goodwin Date: Wed 23rd Mar Time: 6.30pm - 8.30pm Duration: 1 week Cost: ÂŁ20 (including flowers and materials) Suitable for age 6y+ Come and enjoy creating a beautiful Easter themed arrangement .A range of effective techniques and the use of carefully selected accessories will enable you to make something to display proudly in your home over the holiday period. Tutor Sinead Goodwin will take you step by step through all the techniques and skills you need, passing on tips on plant care to ensure your creations stay looking good for as long as possible. This workshop is suitable for beginners or learners with some experience. All materials supplied.
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CANVAS ART with tutors Stephanie Hazelton and Sheila Oldcroft Date: Sat 2nd Apr Time: 10.00 am to 4.00pm Cost: ÂŁ25 (including materials & equipment) Suitable for age 16y+ Following on from our very popular introductory workshop with Stephanie and Sheila we are offering another chance to create a piece of original hand crafted textile art in one day. Participants can choose from a selection of acrylic paints, threads, wool fibres and beads to make their picture. Learn the techniques of drawing, painting and embroidery embellishment on fabric. By the end of the workshop you will leave with a finished piece mounted onto a canvas ready for hanging at home! This workshop caters for all creative abilities. All materials provided. All workshops take place at the Burnavon unless otherwise indicated. For further information or to request an application form contact Arts and Culture Development on 8676 9949 option 4, or email burnavon@midulstercouncil.org
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IRISH LANGUAGE @ the burnavon Mid Ulster District Council’s Irish Language service runs a variety of events, courses, lectures, presentations and outreach activities with local schools in the course of the year. You can call the Council’s Irish Language Development Officer, Ursula Ní Dhonnaile on 028 8676 9949 option 6 or e–mail: Ursula.NiDhonnaile@midulstercouncil.org to find out more information about what’s on in the Mid-Ulster District area. In the spring season, the following courses are taking place at the Burnavon:
INTERMEDIATE IRISH LANGUAGE CLASS
There are a range of Irish Language classes available to the community, to schools and to individuals not only in The Burnavon but across Mid Ulster District Council in a number of venues and organised by a range of groups. For more information regarding Irish Language classes close to you or to get assistance in starting up a class in your area please contact Irish Language Officer.
MONTHLY IRISH LANGUAGE INTENSIVE COURSES
IRISH LANGUAGE
Date: Every Tuesday from 19 January Time: 11.30 – 1pm Admission: FREE
Give yourself a crash course in Irish Language with the monthly session from 10am -1pm. We have a range of levels to suit your needs from complete beginners to the more advanced speaker. Complete Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced levels Saturday 23 January 2016 Saturday 20 February 2016 Saturday 12 March 2016 FREE of charge but Booking Essential
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ULSTER UNIVERSITY IRISH LANGUAGE DIPLOMA IN ASSOCIATION WITH MID ULSTER DISTRICT COUNCIL FILL AR AN GHAEILGE | GET BACK TO IRISH AT THE MID ULSTER CENTRE AT THE BURNAVON, COOKSTOWN An bhfuil Gaeilge agat? Would you like to acquire a high level of competency in Irish? Anyone who has studied Irish to GCSE or O Level at school and would like to get his/her knowledge of Irish back on track is encouraged to apply for the Diploma in Irish Language, starting September 2016 at The Burnavon, Cookstown. 2016-17 is the fifth year of the programme with 33 successful graduates so far. You could be next! Parents of children attending a Naíscoil / Gaelscoil are particularly encouraged to enrol and the course is perfect for those with some knowledge of Irish who want to improve their grammar or enhance personal confidence and fluency.
IRISH LANGUAGE
It is a two-year course and there are no official exams in Year 1. Students take 3 modules each year focusing on listening, speaking, reading and writing. There are two terms per year, each lasting 12 weeks.
GAELFEST 2016 Ceiliúradh Sheachtain na Gaeilge i gceantar Lár Uladh A Celebration of Irish Language & Culture as Mid Ulster celebrates Seachtain na Gaeilge locally. See local press for a range of events and activities during the month of March 2016 across the district.
Further Information regarding any of these events contact Irish Language Officer: Phone: 028 87728600 Mobile: 079 20016106 E-mail: gaeilge@midulstercouncil.org Facebook: Gaeilge Lár Uladh 30
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BUSINESS @ the BURNAVON Venue Hire, Conferences, Meetings and Hospitality The Burnavon is just the ticket for your conference event, business meetings, seminars, training sessions, and conferences. Situated in the heart of Mid Ulster, the Burnavon is a thriving social hub with an exciting arts and theatre programme. It is easily accessible from all parts of Northern Ireland, offering a wide range of facilities, free parking right beside the building, and in-house catering packages to suit all tastes and budgets.
event runs smoothly. Technical staff are also at hand to advise on staging, visual projections, sound and lighting so all you have to do is carry out the business at hand. To find out how we can help your event to succeed, contact our administration staff on 028 8676 9949 option 5, or email at burnavon@midulstercouncil.org www.burnavon.com facebook.com/theburnavontheatre
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GIFTS @ the BURNAVON Why not take a look at the wonderful range of locally produced crafts we have on display with items for all budgets and occasions. We are stockists of: • • • • • • • • • • • • • 32
Alljoy Designs (laser cut cards) Andrea Hayes Textile Art & Cards Conemara Marble (Irish themed gifts) Dasalee Textile Art David Lennox – Old Cookstown Prints Denis & Rosemary Ferguson Limited Edition Prints & Cards Diem Pottery Earth Works Jewellery George Gourley Prints and Cards Gillian Bell Jewellery Glam Occasions (elegant handmade cards) Island Turf Crafts John Hagan Prints
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Lyndab Ceramics Kate Hamilton – Hunter Studio Jewellery Kelti Candles More Than Words Figurines Northern Ireland Maps & Postcards Kilkenny Silver (Astra Jewellery) Sugar Island (handmade jewellery) Touch Design Ceramics Ulster Weavers (including children’s aprons and hats) • Wackie Woolies (Irish themed gifts) • A range of local interest books (includes a range of stock from NI Publishing) & CDs • A range of children’s toys and gifts Book online www.burnavon.com
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GENERAL INFORMATION HOW TO BOOK At the Box Office: Tel: 028 8676 9949 Opening Hours: Mon – Sat 9am - 5pm and 1hr before scheduled performances
Book Online: www.burnavon.com 24hrs a day, 7 days a week Please Note: Online purchases and credit card transactions will incur a ÂŁ1 fee per transaction. There is also a 50p charge if you chose the postage option for your tickets.
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In Person: The Burnavon, Burn Road, Cookstown, BT80 8DN
Conditions of Sale Once purchased, tickets cannot be exchanged or money refunded. Management also reserves the right to alter or cancel performances without prior notice if circumstances make this unavoidable. Where a performance goes ahead we accept no responsibility for tickets that are unable to be used due to circumstances outside of our control, e.g., customer error, inclement weather or transport difficulties.
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GENERAL INFORMATION Concessions Where applicable, concession rates are clearly identified as part of the ticket price for the show and apply to under 16s and over 60s, unless otherwise indicated. If you have a concession ticket, remember to bring photo identification for proof of age at the performance.
Children at Performances Under two’s (babes in arms) will only be admitted free of charge to productions aimed at children and must have an allocated seat ticket issued by the Box Office in compliance with the facility’s Health and Safety requirements. Buggies and carrycots are not permitted in the auditorium. Please check show information for age suitability prior to booking.
School & Group Bookings If you are a school or a group of 10 or more, contact the Box Office to find out if a discount is available for your booking.
Accessibility Full details on accessibility are available at www.burnavon.com/pages/accessibility/
& Disability Equality Charter. The facility is also approved by the William Keown Trust and Adapt NI and includes designated seating and induction loop hearing system in auditorium, lift and specially adapted WC. Please make your requirements known at time of booking so that staff can best assist. This brochure is available in alternative formats such as Braille, CD, on audio tape and in large print on request. To receive a copy, contact Box Office on 028 8676 9949.
Data Protection The personal details required to administer your booking will be securely stored by the Burnavon. Please inform us if you do not wish to receive Burnavon information. We will not pass on your details to other arts organisations unless you have given your permission to do so. All information detailed within the Burnavon Season Programme is correct at time of going to print. From time to time additional events may be added and patrons are advised to check out www.burnavon.com for new performances, exhibitions & workshops.
Hire Symbol This show is a hire performance from an independent organisation.
We operate an Essential Companion Scheme which currently applies to House shows only, whereby those who require carer support to attend are allocated a free Carers Ticket. To find out more or register on the scheme, please contact Box Office on 028 8676 9949. The theatre is fully accessible, meeting DDA legislative standards and awarded the Arts
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TAKE A SEAT MAIN AUDITORIUM SEATING PLAN Please note: Please inform Box Office at the time of booking if you have any particular access requirements. Further information on accessibility at the Burnavon can be found at www.burnavon.com/pages/accessibility/
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STAGE STAGE This venue has been awarded the Arts and Disability Equality Charter Mark in recognition of its work to ensure access for all. Supported by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland Box Office: 028 8676 9949
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LAFARGE CEMENT IS PROUD TO BE THE MAIN SPONSOR OF THE BURNAVON THEATRE
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