Category : Glasgowbury News

Sunday Unplugged – Blood

 

Looking forward to welcoming Sisters Jeanette & Noella Hutton for the Launch of there new ALBUM BLOOD

Sunday 24th February

BLOOD

The formation of BLOOD has been a project of years in the making. Sisters Jeanette and Noella have been involved in the music game for many years. Both began their individual musical careers at an early age at Primary School with choirs, folk groups etc. Both progressed to quite different musical careers. Noella as a very successful singer/songwriter and Jeanette successfully fronting a number of rock bands. Both have many different musical tastes but have always shared the same love and passion for all kinds of music delivered from the heart..

And so it came to pass that after many years of individual adventures across many parts of the world, both sisters settled in Derry and figured it was time to get the album done. They truly believed they couldn’t and shouldn’t ever push this.. When the time was right it would happen naturally for them and without fuss.

They began their project in the Summer of 2017. None of their writing days ever felt forced, they were usually made up of laughter, tears and a fair few cups of coffee and yarns.. J They never really had a recipe, theme or concept. They both agreed to follow their hearts and see where it would take them… And, here they are..

They are two very proud souls who are overwhelmingly delighted that they have finished such a personal project. They are without a shadow of a doubt, very proud of their work both lyrically and musically. Each tune tells a very different story and will hopefully connect with the majority of people in terms of the stories they tell. They are both bursting with excitement at the prospect of sharing their album and watching this space to determine where it will take them. They are well up for sharing their album as far and wide as the Universe will allow.

They state how working on their album has been a total pleasure for them both to work together and enjoy the wonderful blood harmonies and connections they have been blessed with naturally. They will never take their musical gifts for granted.

Bring Your Own Booze

ADM. Pass the hat

Laughs in the Loft – FUNdraiser

Glasgowbury Fundraiser Laughs In The Loft

Date Sat 20th October

Acts: Micky Bartlett, Conor Keys, James McKegney

Venue: Glasgowbury Cornstore Creative Hub Draperstown

Tickets £10.00

Doors 9 pm

BRING YOUR OWN BOOZE!

Tickets On Sale Now : Glasgowbury HQ

Its always a great nights entertainment and a popular night so get on the tickets to avoid disappointment good people. Cheers

Summer Sessions Creative Workshops 2018

 

 

Junior Samba – Every Monday 5.45pm – 6.45pm Adm. £3

Drama – 18th – 20th July

Music Makers – 2nd, 3rd, 8th, 9th August

Musical Theatre Dance – 22nd – 24th August

To book a place contact GHQ! Phone 028 79628428 Email: workshops@glasgowbury.com

This project has been supported by the Workspace Group through the Workspace Community Fund.

I AM Project

We had a fantastic day on Friday at the showcase event for our I AM Project!

Launched in 2017 with £89,700 from the International Fund for Ireland, the I AM (Inclusive Accessible Multimedia) Project empowers individuals aged 16-25 to take better control of their lives by exploring cultural identity, personal development and employment opportunities.

The successful one-year project has delivered a range of accredited and non-accredited training alongside good relations workshops, team building exercises and activities that focused on improving confidence, self-esteem and employability.

The celebration event included a show reel of films, photography and podcasts made by the young people and gave guests a chance to try their hand at DJ-ing, recording live music in a studio and pottery.

Paddy Harte, International Fund for Ireland Board Member said:
“The young people deserve credit for the achievements they have made through the I AM project. It is opening new pathways to learning, training and employment and helping turn young lives around. This project has successfully enabled people to reassess their prospects and take active steps to improve their lives and their communities.

“The reality is that there are growing issues of disaffection among young people in many areas across Northern Ireland and that increases the risk of being drawn towards negative influences and a spiral of poor choices. The I AM project tackles issues like anti-social behaviour, alcohol, drugs and mental health and provides young people with practical ways to change their prospects. Projects like this are critical and build momentum for change, stability and prosperity.”

Stella Glasgow, I AM Project Coordinator said:
“The I Am Project addresses the issues that deeply affect young people and gives them the knowledge, skills and competencies to build a more positive future for themselves and others. We’ve been impressed by how each participant has applied themselves within the project and within their communities.

“Music, arts and culture are a great ways to get people together and make something really special. That is happening here in Draperstown. People are coming together to raise their aspirations by challenging themselves and each other.”

Funding to the I AM Project was provided through the International Fund for Ireland’s Personal Youth Development Programme which is managed by the Rural Development Council.

Glasgowbury was established in 2003 to support and enhance creativity and build the capacity of individuals, communities, and the creative industry sector to educate, entertain, inspire active community engagement and promote social inclusion.

Laughs in the Loft – FUNdraiser

Glasgowbury Fundraiser Laughs In The Loft

Date Sat 23th June

Acts: Teresa Livingstone ,Mark Mc Carney, Conor Keys

Venue: Glasgowbury Cornstore Creative Hub Draperstown

Tickets £10.00

Doors 8.30 pm

BRING YOUR OWN BOOZE!

Tickets On Sale Now : Glasgowbury HQ

Its always a great nights entertainment and a popular night so get on the tickets to avoid disappointment good people. Cheers

Glasgowbury FUNdraiser – Laughs In The Loft

Paddy McDonnell is one of the fastest rising talents on the Northern Irish comedy circuit. Whether gigging on his home turf of West Belfast or taking his hilarious tales of everyday life around the country, Paddy has won over audiences with his uncompromising, insightful material.
Taxi driver by day, Funnyman by night, Paddy has raked up thousands of gig miles since first exploding onto the stage in 2010. He has performed many times at Belfast’s prestigious Empire Laughs back and Queen’s Comedy Clubs, as well as all the main clubs in Dublin.
Paddy has also stormed the Legendary Stand Comedy Clubs in Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as the Hot Water Comedy club in Liverpool, and has won comedy competitions at Molly’s Parlour, Lisburn, and Molly Brown’s, Newtownards.
He has appeared on the bill with a host of big names, including Patrick Keilty, Ardal O’Hanlon, Des Bishop, Daniel Sloss, Tom Stade and Mike Wilmot. In 2012 he premiered his one-man show ‘Dagger’ at the first Belly Laughs comedy Festival to rave reviews.
As popular with fellow comedians as he is with audiences of all ages, genders and flag preferences, Paddy brings raw energy and excitement to the stand-up scene.

Strabane born funnyman now based in Belfast. Ruairi Woods will join us on the 10.02.18 here in G HQ for the first time ever!

Conor Keys has been doing Stand-Up comedy for over 5 years now. As the resident MC of the award winning Dalys Comedy Club in Omagh, Conor has hosted many big name acts, including Ardal O’Hanlon, Tom Stade, Daniel Sloss, Aisling Bea, Neil Delamere, Tony Law and Kevin McAleer to name just a few.

Doors:20:30
ADM: £10 (tickets available from our website or G HQ)
Bring Your Own Booze Event.

Sunday Unplugged – Jonny Nutt & Eílis Mulholland

SUNDAY UNPLUGGED!

Two Songwriters playing to small intimate crowd in the Cornstore’s Front Room. This week we have Jonny Nutt, who has released his first Solo Album – Songs of Yesteryear
http://jonnynutt.com/releases

Elis Mulholland /Young Singer Songwriter from Mid-Ulster N.Ireland . Who has recently won Forestside Young Songwriter of the year.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRz13PeAiAsCwv7aHYtBOg

Venue Glasgowbury Cornstore
Doors 6-9
ADM PASS THE HAT
BRING YOUR OWN BOOZE!!!

The Small But Massive Film Club Presents – “Stand By Me”

The Small But Massive Film Club Presents – “Stand By Me”

It’s the summer of 1959 in Castlerock, Oregon and four 12 year-old boys – Gordie, Chris, Teddy and Vern – are fast friends. After learning of the general location of the body of a local boy who has been missing for several days, they set off into woods to see it. Along the way, they learn about themselves, the meaning of friendship and the need to stand up for what is right

Doors: 5.30pm
ADM: £3
BYOB

Sunday Unplugged

The first Sunday Unplugged of the year is here & boy do we have a gig for you! This month features two very talented artists. Gemma Bradley & Larks!

Gemma Bradley is a singer/songwriter based in Derry and Dublin, Ireland.
Recent festivals she has played at include: BARE in the Woods, Glasgowbury, Foyle Folk Festival, Culture Tech, Women of the World Festival, the Red Sails Festival,RTE’s Other Voices Music Trail and Stendhal Festival.

She was a finalist in the 2013 IMRO Christie Hennessy Song Writing Competition for which she co-wrote a song with Paddy Nash, ‘The Old Country’. Gemma also won the ‘Best Youth/Under 18’ category of the City of Culture/Resonate music video contest in December 2013 with her song ‘Wicker Men’. This song was also voted best song by the judges at the 2014 Irish Youth Music Awards. Gemma also reached the final of the Big Music Project, which was held at the Indigo at the O2 in London in February 2015 where she impressed a panel of industry judges with her unique vocal and songwriting abilities.

She released her debut single Wicker Men in February 2015 and has released her EP ‘Firewalk’, which is availble to download on iTunes, her new single ‘Berserk’ made it’s way onto the RTÉ Radio 1 playlist and will be available from 19.01.18

LARKS is the exciting new project from Fiona O’Kane. Fiona cut her teeth in the local music scene fronting the critically acclaimed Runaway Go. LARKS was born from a necessity to progress and to push the boundaries of O’Kane’s musical horizons.

LARKS sees Fiona take a fresh approach to her strong songwriting ability. She draws influences from rhythmic Electronic based beats, infused with Indie & Alternative sensibilities, all the while keeping her sincere, heart felt lyrics as strong as ever. LARKS is sure to join the ranks of Irelands best over the next few years. O’kane is strong, callable, progressive and talented.

DOORS: 6pm
ADM: Pass The Hat
BYOB

Annual Charity Sing-A-Long with Paddy Nash & Friends

Rock and Roll right on over to G HQ for our Final and rather festive Sunday Unplugged of the year! Join all of us here at G HQ to sing some christmas songs, have some craic and spread some festive cheer! Get down early to avoid disappointment! This is one Sunday Unplugged you won’t want to miss! Paddy Nash and his friends will join us this year, so get down early you know you want to 😉

Doors: 8pm
Adm: Pass the Hat
BYOB