"In terms of the arts the Kirkgate Centre in Cockermouth is where it all happens"Cumbria Life
The Kirkgate was converted from the former derelict All Saints School through the hard work and help of local people, charities and businesses. It is Cockermouth's main arts venue with an exhibition space and 125 seat theatre/cinema.
Managed and run entirely by volunteers and supported by over 200 members, it has a varied and exciting programme attracting many nationally acclaimed theatre groups and high quality musical events. The cinema group strives to show a wide range of films from the successful and popular to the less mainstream, notable and interesting films that international cinema has to offer.
The Kirkgate is located just off Cockermouth's Market Place, only 2 minutes walk from the town centre. For a location map click here.
To download a copy of the print version of our lattest programme click here or the diary click here (requires Adobe PDF reader)
the museum group
The museum group, with its large collection of photographs and artefacts, stages regular exhibitions and is happy to answer local and family history queries. www.cockermouthmuseumgroup.org.uk
tickets
Tickets also available from Billy Bowman's Music Shop, lowther Went, tel 01900 826708.
Box Office opening times:
Monday to Friday 10am to 1pm
Box office phone number:
01900 826448
All events can now be pre-booked and paid for by credit card. The Kirkgate also runs a discount scheme for all members. If you would like to become a member please email members@thekirkgate.com
Don’t forget you can also book for many of the spring programme events online. So for speed and convenience and to guarantee for your tickets visit http://www.quaytickets.com/?Venue=484 and book now!
Performances available online this season include sit-down stand-up comedian Laurence Clark; McGoldrick, McCusker and Doyle , 3 of the world’s top celtic musicians; Tees-side troubador Vin Garbutt; Scotland’s mighty Breabach and Ireland’s finest Lunasa.
The ancient town of Cockermouth - one of Britain's 51 "gem towns" recommended for preservation - is situated in the most beautiful corner of England, The Lake District in Cumbria.
This historic town has long held an attraction for writers, poets and artists - the most notable being William Wordsworth and Percy Kelly. It continues to be a culturally rich town with attractions like William Wordsworth's birthplace, the newly opened Percy Gallery. With some wonderful restaurants like the Quince and Medlar together with Jennings Brewery, The Toy and Model Museum, The Printing House to name only a few, Cockermouth is a very popular town to visit.
If you have any questions or queries about Cockermouth history contact museumgroup@hotmail.com
If you would like to advertise or sponsor this site please contact Red Raven for further details. If you would like to advertise or sponsor other Kirkgate publications please contact the Kirkgate Centre direct.
LES MISERABLES (12), 157mins Monday, May 27, 2013
, show starts 20:00
The eagerly awaited big screen adaptation of the beloved stage musical certainly has finally arrived. An epic tale of broken dreams and unrequited love set in 19th century France, with an all-star international cast and Oscar winning director Tom Hooper (The King’s Speech).
LUCY PORTER-PEOPLE PERSON
Friday, May 31, 2013
, show starts 20:00
Lucy Porter’s brand new show is based around a fascinating true story with a stunning twist in the tale. Along the way the thirty-something mum of “Irish twins” (not Jedward thankfully) brings us her hilarious stand-up observations. She tackles the big subjects : happiness, home shopping, friendship and the psychological impact of daytime TV’s Dom Littlewood. A feel-good night of comedy for all ages.
Lucy appears regularly on Radio 4 in “The Unbelievable Truth” and “Life: an Idiot’s guide”.
She’s also featured in BBC2’s “I’m in a Boy Band!” “I’m in a girl Band” and “I’m a Pop star!”
“She’s like your witty friend who’s always brilliant company down the pub..”The Scotsman..
Online booking at www.quaytickets.com
Cockemrmouth Live! Festival
DON'T LET THE PIGEON DRIVE THE BUS
, (BIG WOODEN HORSE) Saturday, June 01, 2013
, show starts 10:30
Shows at 10.30am and 1.30pm
This lively show for children 3+ is full of fun, feathers, laughter and excitement and features original music and lots of audience participation! The friendly bus driver leaves us with one simple instruction: "Don't let the pigeon drive the bus!" However, the Pigeon is very clever and whines, bribes, pleads and even sings a song to get his own way… BUT WILL YOU LET HIM DRIVE???
Cockermouht Live! Festival
COCKERMOUTH LIVE!
Saturday, June 01, 2013
, show starts 11:00
Free showcase of the very best of local musicians and performers at venues all around town. Full details and itinerary available in May from www.cockermouthfestival.org
Cockermouth Live! Festival
BAKA BEYOND
Saturday, June 01, 2013
, show starts 20:00
20 years of mixing African and Celtic music in equal measures Baka Beyond has become one of the finest danceable bands around, creating the sound of the global village. With members from UK, Sierra Leone and Congo, they create a unique and vibrant sound that fuses delicate guitar lines with African rhythms and heavyweight Congolese bass. Not just a touring band, Baka Beyond have a unique relationship with their inspiration – the Baka Pygmies of Cameroon – sending royalties to help their development projects, and even touring with Baka musicians.
". . . if you are not dancing, maybe you should have someone check your pulse."
?"The party atmosphere was irrepressible" Evening Standard
?"A guaranteed good night out" Bristol Rocks
N.B. this is a standing/dancing gig with very limited seating.
Online booking at www.quaytickets.com
COCKERMOUTH LIVE ! Festival
A GRAND, GRAND CONCERT
Sunday, June 02, 2013
, show starts 16:00
by Papcastle Community Orchestra & friends.
A family concert with a varied programme, to include some very special soloists and household applicances!
£4 , accompanied children free.
Followed at 4.30pm by
THE PICNIC
Bring your “cakes and ale” to the riverbank, opposite the castle, for the (soon to be traditional) town picnic – craft activities, music & storytelling. NB If wet, we will hold THE PICNIC in Christchurch.
