New Film Club launched at The Old Courthouse in Antrim

An exciting new film club has launched at The Old Courthouse in Antrim, adding another exciting event to the venue's programme during its 300th anniversary year.

The monthly film club has been developed in response to local interest in more evening activities within Antrim town centre, creating a welcoming space where people can enjoy great films, meet friends or simply relax and enjoy a night out close to home.

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey Henry Cushinan welcomes guests to the launch of the new Film Club in the Old Courthouse in Antrim. Included are Councillor Billy Webb, Councillor Rosie Kinnear, Councillor Lucille O’Hagan, Councillor Stephen Cosgrove and Councillor Anne Marie Logue.

placeholder image — Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey Henry Cushinan welcomes guests to the launch of the new Film Club in the Old Courthouse in Antrim. Included are Councillor Billy Webb, Councillor Rosie Kinnear, Councillor Lucille O’Hagan, Councillor Stephen Cosgrove and Councillor Anne Marie Logue.

Each season will have a new theme, with the opening season celebrating 'Women in Film’.

The club kicked off with a packed audience enjoying the iconic road trip movie, Thelma & Louise, and this will be followed up with Mary Queen of Scots (Friday, October 2), Prime Minister (Friday, November 6) and The Woman King (Friday, December 4).

Free event to celebrate 300 years of The Old Courthouse in Antrim

Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey, Councillor Henry Cushinan, said: " I encourage everyone to come along and support this exciting new programme at The Old Courthouse, it’s a great way to see much loved films and meet new people, all in the heart of Antrim town."

Also commenting on The Old Courthouse Film Club, Chair of the Arts Advisory Panel, Councillor Billy Webb MBE JP said, "I hope this new Film Club becomes a lasting addition to Antrim's cultural scene, encouraging more people to visit the town centre and creating opportunities for the community to come together."

Tickets are just £10 and are available to book online via theoldcourthouse.com