"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.
tickets
Tickets also available from Billy Bowman's Music Shop, lowther Went, tel 01900 826708.
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
cockermouth
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
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The Diving Bell and the Butterfly (), 112mins Monday, May 19, 2008
, show starts 20:00
After Elle editor Jean-Dominique Bauby became paralysed, he painstakingly wrote his memoir by blinking one eye. This adaptation of that remarkable book is a moving and visually arresting French film, hailed by critics as one the best of the year, and winner of the best director prize at Cannes. Subtitled.
There Will Be Blood (12), 158mins Monday, May 26, 2008
, show starts 20:00
This is a gripping epic of huge scope and ambition, about greed and exploitation in the early days of the Texan oil boom. With a central performance of startling power and intensity from Daniel Day Lewis, and meticulous direction from the acclaimed Paul Thomas Anderson (Magnolia), this is being hailed as his masterpiece.
The Other Boleyn Girl (12), 115mins Wednesday, June 04, 2008
, show starts 20:00
Based on the bestselling historical novel, this is a ravishing period drama. Natalie Portman and Scarlett Johansson are Anne and Mary Boleyn, bitter rivals for the affections of Henry VIII. Expect lavish costumes, political and sexual intrigue and plenty of bodice-ripping fun. Buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment
Lunasa is a gathering of some of the top musical talents in Ireland. Its members have helped formed the backbone of some of the greatest Irish groups of the decade - Bassist Trevor Hutchinson was a key member of The Waterboys. Fiddler Sean Smyth is an All-Ireland champion who has played with Donal Lunny's Coolfin; Kevin Crawford, considered to be among the finest flutists in Ireland played with the acclaimed traditional group Moving Cloud; together with piper Cillian Vallely and guitarist Donagh Hennessy, they were rightly called an "Irish music dream team" in the magazine Folk Roots. A sell-out here two years ago. Book early !
www.lunasa.ie
