Lisburn set tocome alive forCulture Night

Lisburn City Centre Management, Lisburn Historic Quarter Arts Group and Lisburn City Council have joined forces to stage Culture Night to introduce a world of music, art, workshops and family fun - all free of charge - to residents and visitors
alike.

Lisburn has an exciting music scene, with bands such as Mojo Fury, Rams Pocket Radio, Silhouette, Pretty Cartel and The Couth putting the city on the map.

Customers dining in selected restaurants across the city will be treated to a musical array of solo artists performing Spanish guitar, cello, mbira, harp, jazz piano and classical violin from 6pm-10pm (booking is recommended). All you have to do is turn up. Culture Night is the perfect opportunity to get together with friends and family, grab a programme, explore the City Centre, experience something different and enjoy a great night out.

Jazz pianist Scott Flanigan, who will be performing on the night, said, “It’s a real privilege to be part of Culture Night in Lisburn because it’s a vibrant city with so much art, film and music around and it’s great to condense so many great musicians into so many places in one night - how could you miss it? Having performed in Lisburn numerous times over the years I always look forward to the warm welcome I get there.”

Another solo performer, Ryan Hanna, performing on the night, is encouraging everyone to come along. “Lisburn has the ability to forge itself as a cultural hub and its fantastic to be a part of the festivities, its celebrations like this which makes me proud to be from Lisburn and I hope there is many more to come!” he said.

Later in the evening selected local bars will also play host to some unique live bands from Traditional, Folk, Country, Rock and Alternative Music; an eclectic variety of genres will be covered throughout the City.

Mark Heffer, from local band ShudD, “ShudD is Lisburn born and bred. It is important for us to take part and spread the wealth of musical, artistic and poetic talent that we are lucky to possess in this city.”

SO:NI will also present a packed line-up at The Island Centre on Culture Night, with headliners Silhouette topping the bill. Silhouette front woman Shauna Tohill added, “It’s great to be involved. I can’t wait to get stuck in and share it at Culture Night, Lisburn!”

For more information visit facebook/LoveLisburnNightsOut.