Erin Arts Centre

No Time to Die (2021)
2022-03-09 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Isle_of_Man) | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Adults £6 / Under 18s £2

Daniel Craig bids farewell to James Bond in this epic, explosive and emotional farewell to the longest-serving 007, having played Bond for 15 years since Casino Royale in 2006.In ‘No Time To Die’, Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology.

Age Rated 12A

150 YEARS OF ‘EDUCATION FOR ALL’ An illustrated talk by PROFESSOR ANGELA W. LITTLE - RHT
2022-03-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
£5 | RHT Friends £6

2022 marks the 150th anniversary of the landmark 1872 Isle of Man Act for Public Elementary Education, which introduced compulsory education, eight years ahead of England and Wales, transferring control of education from the Church to the State. It paved the way for improvements in the quantity and quality of teachers, the abolition of school fees, and the extension of an independent system of education. How and why did this Act come about? Who resisted and who supported it? These questions will be explored in relation to the Island as a whole, but with special reference to the Parish of Rushen.

Angela W. Little is Professor Emerita at UCL Institute of Education, a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences and a past President of the British Association of International and Comparative Education. She was educated at Rushen Primary School and Castle Rushen High School.

MADF One Act Play Festival 2022
2022-03-05 19:00 - 21:30, 2022-03-04 19:00 - 21:30, 2022-03-03 19:00 - 21:30
MADF One Act Play Festival will take place from Wednesday 2nd March to Saturday 5th March 2022.

Adults £12 / Over 65s or Students £8

Season tickets (all three nights) Adult season £30.00Concession season (Over 65s or Students) £20.00

Thursday – Droitwich Discovery by Nick Warburton performed by Rushen Players:Not Stratford but Droitwich, with soliloquy and dialogue as exciting as would be expected. If not quite as predictable on a day out for four theatre lovers. – All by Myself by Robert Scott, performed by The Service PlayersLarry has been shipwrecked on a desert island for 7 years. All on his own, or so he thought…

Friday 4th March – (Begins with the Youth Entry) The Musicians by Patrick Marber, performed by Stage One Drama SchoolThe orchestra of Ridley Road state school is to give a concert in Moscow. Their instruments are impounded by customs but Alex the janitor comes up with a plan. – (Followed by an Adult entry) The Nativity Play by Daphne Caine, performed by the Service PlayersMiss Lipton’s class always present an outstanding Nativity play. We meet them during the preparations for their next festive production. The Youth awards will be presented after the adjudication of the adult play on Friday night. NB His Excellency the new governor will be joining us on the Friday and presenting the Youth Awards.

Saturday 5th March – The Lover by Harold Pinter, performed by Hogg the Limelight:To all outward appearances, Richard and Sarah are a respectable married couple. Behind closed doors, however, we discover a surprising and intriguing arrangement.

A Night of Ghost Stories Rushen Players
2022-02-25 19:30 - 22:00, 2022-02-24 19:30 - 22:00 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
RP’s present two ghost stories as readings. The stories have a common theme – that of greed. The first, The Stalls of Barchester written M R James, is a gothic spine-chilling tale, set in the 1800’s. It tells of one Dr Haynes, an Archdeacon who acquires his status through unscrupulous means, and the dire consequences that await him. The second, The Monkey’s Paw is a well know Victorian classic by W W Jacobs. In the story, three wishes are granted to the owner of The Monkey’s Paw, but the wishes come with an enormous price for interfering with fate. The more quietly the subject matter is relayed to us, the more terrifying it is, and the closer we lean in to listen. Come along and be prepared for a night of thrills and chills – Wine and light refreshments served in the interval.

Half-term Film - Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway (2021)
2022-02-23 14:00 - 15:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
In Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, the lovable rogue is back. Bea, Thomas, and the rabbits have created a makeshift family, but despite his best efforts, Peter can’t seem to shake his mischievous reputation. Adventuring out of the garden, Peter finds himself in a world where his mischief is appreciated, but when his family risks everything to come looking for him, Peter must figure out what kind of bunny he wants to be.

Under 18s £2

Age Rated U

The Danish Collector: Delacroix to Gauguin
2022-02-20 14:00 - 16:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
For many years no-one was interested in the art of the Impressionists. Artists like Monet, Degas and Renoir were vilified, attacked, and left penniless as a result. Then, something remarkable happened. A new breed of collectors emerged and, before long, they were battling to acquire any work by these new, radical artists that they could find. Amongst them was the visionary Danish businessman Wilhelm Hansen. It was an extraordinary moment in art history; full of drama, intrigue and subterfuge. Hansen, amassed a remarkable collection, Exhibition on Screen tells his fascinating story and, with exclusive access to a sell-out exhibition at London’s Royal Academy, brings the extraordinary collection to the big-screen in glorious high-definition.

A Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood (2019)
2022-02-16 19:30 - 21:30, 2022-02-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Two-time Oscar winner Tom Hanks stars in this heartwarming film. Based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and Lloyd Vogel. Vogel is an investigative journalist who receives an assignment to profile television presenter Fred Rogers. He approaches the interview with scepticism, finding it hard to believe that anyone can be so good-natured. However, Roger’s empathy, kindness and decency soon chip away at Vogel’s jaded outlook on life, forcing the reporter to reconcile with his own painful past.

Age Rated PG

Under 18s £2

A New Light on Mann: An illustrated talk by Dave Martin - RHT
2022-02-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) surveying has been used in Britain for a number of years (and seen on programmes such as Time Team), but coverage of the Island is recent and exciting. Illustrated by local examples (pictured is South Barrule) of the detail that can be revealed by LiDAR, Dave Martin – past president of the Isle of Man Natural History & Antiquarian Society and a Trustee of the Manx Museum & National Trust – will give an insight into LiDAR and other digital techniques (including demonstrating 3D models) and show how they help interpret archaeological and environmental data.

RHT Friends £4

CANCELLED - Young Musician of Mann 2022 - Final
2022-02-06 19:30 - 22:00, 2022-02-06 14:00 - 16:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Juniors – 2pm

Seniors – 7:30pm

Application forms can be found on the link belowhttps://www.erinartscentre.com/young-musician-of-mann-2022/The Competition is open to all young singers living on the Isle of Man, who are between the ages of 7 and 18, on or before 16th January 2022. Starting this year, competitors will be divided into Junior (7-12yrs) and Senior (13-18yrs) classes. Equal titles and prize money will be awarded in both classes.

2022 Adjudicators: Fenella Bazin, John Bethell (Chairman), Jane Corkill, Wendy McDowell.

The official accompanist for the First and Final Stages will be Madeline Kelly.You may also provide your own accompanist if you wish.

FINAL: Each of the Finalists will perform two contrasting songs of their own choice, (not to exceed 10 minutes) with a piano accompaniment. They will then perform an additional song unaccompanied.

Hope to see you there!

Under 18s £2

CANCELLED - Young Musician of Mann 2022 - First Round
2022-01-30 19:30 - 22:00, 2022-01-30 14:00 - 16:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Juniors – 2pmSeniors – 7:30pmApplication forms can be found on the link belowhttps://www.erinartscentre.com/young-musician-of-mann-2022/

The Competition is open to all young singers living on the Isle of Man, who are between the ages of 7 and 18, on or before 16th January 2022. Starting this year, competitors will be divided into Junior (7-12yrs) and Senior (13-18yrs) classes. Equal titles and prize money will be awarded in both classes.

2022 Adjudicators: Fenella Bazin, John Bethell (Chairman), Jane Corkill, Wendy McDowell.

The official accompanist for the First and Final Stages will be Madeline Kelly.You may also provide your own accompanist if you wish.

FINAL: Each of the Finalists will perform two contrasting songs of their own choice, (not to exceed 10 minutes) with a piano accompaniment. They will then perform an additional song unaccompanied.

Hope to see you there!

Rigoletto - Live from the New York Met Opera
2022-01-29 17:55 - 21:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Adults £15/ Under 18s £2

The Met rings in the new year with the gala premiere of a bold new take on Verdi’s timeless tragedy from Bartlett Sher. The Tony Award–winning director resets the opera’s action in 1920s Europe, with Art Deco sets by Michael Yeargan and elegant costumes by Catherine Zuber, themselves boasting a combined eight Tony Awards. Baritone Quinn Kelsey, a commanding artist at the height of his powers, brings his searing portrayal of the title role to the Met for the first time, starring alongside soprano Rosa Feola as Gilda and tenor Piotr Beczała as the Duke of Mantua, with leading maestro Daniele Rustioni on the podium. A second run of performances in the spring features soprano Kristina Mkhitaryan, and tenor Stephen Costello, conducted by Karel Mark Chichon.

Run time is 2 hours and 40 minutes, this includes an interval.

CANCELLED - Young Singer of Mann 2022 - Final
2022-01-23 19:30 - 22:00, 2022-01-23 14:00 - 16:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Juniors – 2pmSeniors – 7:30pm

Application forms can be found on the link belowhttps://www.erinartscentre.com/young-singer-of-mann-2022/The Competition is open to all young singers living on the Isle of Man, who are between the ages of 7 and 18, on or before 16th January 2022. Starting this year, competitors will be divided into Junior (7-12yrs) and Senior (13-18yrs) classes. Equal titles and prize money will be awarded in both classes.

The First Stages are at 2pm (juniors) and 7.30pm (seniors) on Sunday 16th January, at which eight singers from each class will be selected for the Final.2022 Adjudicators: Fenella Bazin, John Bethell (Chairman), Jane Corkill, Wendy McDowell.

The official accompanist for the First and Final Stages will be Madeline Kelly.You may also provide your own accompanist if you wish.

FIRST STAGE: A draw will take place prior to the first stage to determine the order in which the competitors will perform: Competitors will be notified of the order when they arrive at the venue. Each singer will perform two contrasting songs of their own choice, with a piano accompaniment. All styles are welcome! We ask that you don’t exceed 10 minutes, please.

FINAL: Each of the Finalists will perform two contrasting songs of their own choice, (not to exceed 10 minutes) with a piano accompaniment. They will then perform an additional song unaccompanied.

Hope to see you there!

CANCELLED - Young Singer of Mann 2022 - First Round
2022-01-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2022-01-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man

CANCELLED - RHT - Around the South in 30 Objects: An illustrated talk by Allison Fox
2022-01-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Tickets £5 | RHT Friends £4

In the second of Rushen Heritage Trust’s 2021-22 season of talks, Allison Fox, Curator of Archaeology at Manx National Heritage, explores the history of the south of the Island, as she presents a specially curated discussion of the familiar, and not so familiar, artefacts that have been discovered and the stories that they tell.

CANCELLED - Cinderella - New York Met Opera
2022-01-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Due to Covid related staff shortages, this event is now cancelled.

Continuing a treasured holiday tradition, the Met presents a new instalment in its series of abridged opera adaptations for family audiences. Laurent Pelly’s storybook staging of Massenet’s Cendrillon, a hit of the 2017–18 season, is presented with an all-new English translation in an abridged 90 minutes, with mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard as its rags-to-riches princess. Maestro Emmanuel Villaume leads a delightful cast, which includes mezzo-soprano Emily D’Angelo as Cinderella’s Prince Charming, soprano Jessica Pratt as her Fairy Godmother, and mezzo-soprano Stephanie Blythe and bass-baritone Laurent Naouri as her feuding guardians.

Run time is 90 minutes with no interval

It's a Wonderful Life
2021-12-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2021-12-15 14:00 - 16:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Join us for our annual screening of the Christmas classic ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’

An angel is sent from Heaven to help a desperately frustrated businessman by showing him what life would have been like if he had never existed.

Tickets include mulled wine and mince pies.

This film is sponsored by Bushy’s Brewery.

Under 18s £2

Rachel Wild Performers Studio Presents: A Christmas Concert
2021-12-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2021-12-12 14:00 - 16:00, 2021-12-11 19:00 - 21:00
The Christmas Concert- A wonderful Christmassy experience with beautifully sung songs both traditional and contemporary for all the family to enjoy.

The Rachel Wild’s Performers Studio has been delighting local audiences for 16 years. Enjoy this unique production, a collaboration of festive joy with students performing together on stage ranging from 5 years old to adults.Mulled wine and hot chocolate will be available to purchase from the bar and there will be a small range of stalls to peruse for your last minute stocking fillers.

A seasonal treat not to be missed!

PLEASE NOTE UNDER 18 TICKETS ARE £8 FOR THIS EVENT

Christmas with André
2021-12-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
The King of the Waltz brings you a festive spectacular from his newly created Winter Palace in his hometown of Maastricht. Performances include all the highlights we’ve come to expect from a festive Andre Rieu concert, including lovely Christmas carols, romantic waltzes and beautiful melodies like Jingle Bells, O Holy Night, Hallelujah and a show-stopping performance of Walking in the Air. The size and scale of this production is on a grander scale than ever before, with 150 beautiful chandeliers, over 50 Venetian candelabras and huge arched windows revealing a joyous wintery landscape including ice rinks and ice skaters. What more could you want?

RHT - An illustrated talk by Charles Guard: The Island at War
2021-12-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Erin Arts Centre, Victoria Square, Port Erin, IM9 6LD, Isle of Man
Adults £5 | RHT Friends £4 | Under 18s £2

This is the first in RUSHEN HERITAGE’S 2021-22 season of talks, which will run through to April 2022

Travel back in time to World War II with historian Charles Guard as he recounts stories of radar stations, secret training, rationing, airfields, refugees from Liverpool and much more – including a look at the Isle of Man’s fortifications over the last 3,000 years!

For further information, email John at rushenht@gmail.com or call/text 464634
