Whats On

The Great War Evening: Talk
and Living History Demonstration

Thursday 27th November

The Mid-Antrim Museum is pleased to host an evening of discussion and living history demonstrations with Philip Orr, Great War historian and Trench Line Lectures. There will also be a special viewing of the exhibition Ballymena and the Great War.Join us for an overview of this defining period of Irish history which continues to fascinate succeeding generations. Philip Orr's seminal book, The Road to the Somme, which was recently republished this year, features the moving accounts of several veterans recorded in the 1980s. Authenic pieces of kit and weaponry used during the battle will be on display and members of the audience will have the opportunity to see and handle many of these historic artefacts.

Trip to the Somme Heritage Centre

Saturday 6th December

The Ballymena Community History Partnership in conjunction with the Mid-Antrim Museums Service are excited to announce a day trip to the Somme Heritage Centre on Saturday 6th December. The centre examines Ireland's role in the Great War with special reference to the 3 local volunteer Divisions: the 36th (Ulster) Divsion and the 10th and 16th (Irish) Divisions. Guided tours bring the visitor back in time to 1910 where they learn about the Home Rule Crisis, recruiting and training of men and life in the trenches. Highlights include reconstructed trenches of the Battle of the Somme in 1916.

From Tullygrawley School: creativity in a country classroom

Now until December 6th

RL Russell taught for 34 years, from 1923 until 1957, as Master at Tullygrawley Public Elementary School in Cullybackey. This exhibition celebrates the extraordinary artistic results that Russell obtained from his pupils.

Drawing Studies: A Celebration

Now until 6th December

This exhibition showcases the work of artists inspired by works exhibited in the National Gallery of Ireland through the museum's Drawing Studies course. The varied selection of drawings on display bear testament to the thrillling response by just a small sample of the many who, over the years, have participated in the National Gallery of Ireland's very popular programme of Drawing Studies.

Flash Harry

Thursday 20th November

David Hull Promotions presents Flash Harry

Charlie Landsborough in Concert

Saturday 22nd November

A native of Liverpool, Charlie has been adopted as an honorary Irish man.Sometimes Country, sometimes folk, sometimes rock and roll but always great!

Isla Grant in Concert

Friday 21st November

Tom Kelly Promotions presents Isla Grant

The Twelve Plays of Christmas by Martha Bolton

Tuesday 25th November

The Twelve Plays of Christmas by Martha Bolton.

Susan McCann in Concert

Thursday 27th November

The Braid Arts Centre welcomes Irelands first lady of Country music, with hits and performances all over the world from Russia to the USA, Susan will be joined tonight by...

Kellswater Flute Band in Concert

Friday 28th November

The best in flute band music - this is a musical evening not to be missed by these masters of their craft

Soweto Gospel Choir

Monday 1st December

From rich harmonies to uplift the soul this show features the energy, fire and spirit of South Africa, Winners of the Best Gospel Choir Award and Grammy Award winners they have sung with U2...

Ulster Orchestra

Friday 5th December

The Braid Arts Centre welcomes back to its stage the Ulster Orchestra with a fabulous programme of Christmas music, songs and carolsConductor Christopher Bell

Brian Kennedy in Concert

Saturday 6th December

The critically acclaimed singer/ songwriter will stage his fabulous show for one night only - described by Q magazine as having ' a voice to charm the angels'...

December Panto Season at the Braid

4th - 20th December 2008

C21 Theatre Company presents Cinderella

Peter Corry

Saturday 3rd January 2008

David Hull Promotions presents Peter Corry.

THE FUREYS AND DAVEY ARTHUR 2009

Saturday 28th March 2009

The Fureys & Davey Arthur commence their 31st year with their first visit to the Braid Arts Centre

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