WATCH: Turning sports hall into a theatre - the show must go on for Ballywillan Drama Group
A Portrush drama group left homeless by the closure of Coleraine’s Riverside Theatre has taken on the mammoth task of building a theatre in the town’s leisure centre.
After 24 years of performing in the theatre, Ballywillan Drama Group found itself in search of a new home for its 2026 production ‘Guys and Dolls’.
Coleraine Leisure Centre came to the rescue, providing them with the facilities they need. Now the group’s team of volunteers has moved into the new venue to construct and rig out a theatre in just THREE days!
A spokesperson for Ballywillan said: “Creative sets, huge digital screen, wonderful costumes and, of course, the outstanding music and songs of Frank Loesser – this is a show not to be missed.
"So, book your seats and come along to support Ballywillan Drama Group in their new venue.
"It has been a rollercoaster of emotions and extreme hard work since the Riverside closed and the entire company would love to see you in the Leisure Centre!”
Guys and Dolls runs in Coleraine Leisure Centre from Sunday, January 25 until Saturday, January 31. Tickets on sale from ballywillan.com
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