Last Orders called for Ti Chulainn, Mullaghbane 30th November 2017

After a successful run at Crawfords Bar, Rostrevor & The Granvue Hotel, Omeath, "Last Orders", a new play by Ross McShane and directed by owner of Footsteps, Robert Forshaw, moves on to the Ti Chulainn centre in Mullaghbane, South Armagh. As part of the Winter Solstice Festival organised by Newry Mourne & Downpatrick Council, theatre lovers will be able to experience this two act drama that investigates the meaning of life in the heart of a Pub.

For tickets contact Footsteps at footstepsnorthernireland@gmail.com, ring 07901688979 or contact the Ti Chulainn centre directly. Tickets cost £10 per person and the show is on at 8pm on the 30th November 2017

Last Orders Moves On To Granvue Hotel

After a fantastic run of four nights at Crawfords Bar, Rostrevor Inn, Rostrevor, "Last Orders" now moves on to the Granvue Hotel, Omeath, for 2 nights. Reviews of the play have said "Last Orders is a deep play, with thought provoking questions and quality acting not expected in rural South Down. This is a must see production. Great Job, Footsteps." For tickets contact footsteps directly at footstepsnorthernireland@gmail.com. Tickets are priced at £10/12.50 Euro per person for both the 3rd & 4th November. We look forward to seeing you all there.

Footsteps Are Delighted To Announce The Production Of A New Play

Footsteps is delighted to announce that they will be staging and performing a brand new play in the Rostrevor Inn, Rostrevor, in October 2017. The play "Last Orders" was written by playwright Ross McShane, a valued member of our team, and will be performed "in the round" over 3 nights. This debut play is a 2 Act drama that is set in an weather worn pub in Ireland. It explores the meaning of our existence and life after the here and now with laughs and tears on the journey. The play will be directed, produced and performed by Footsteps and will be performed on the 8th, 9th, & 15th October 2017. Robert Forshaw, owner of Footsteps, says "We are thrilled that the Rostrevor Inn  has agreed to allow us to stage this exciting and beautifully written play. Ross is an extremely talented writer, and Footsteps is thrilled to be able to give Ross the opportunity to have his debut play staged." Watch this space for further updates and ticket information.

Footsteps To Help ASDA Bring World Book Day To Life!

Asda set to bring World Book Day to Life!

Characters from the most popular children’s novels will take charge of the shopping aisles in Asda to celebrate World Book Day (Thursday 2^nd March).

Big and little kids are encouraged to come along next week, to hear the magical words of JK Rowling and Lewis Carroll, as told by Asda’s very own Professor Snape and Mad Hatter ahead of World Book Day. 

 

Speaking about the activity, Asda Antrim’s Community Champion, Barbara Logan said:

“World Book Day is a fantastic opportunity to encourage reading, and this activity will really help ‘the words jump off the page!’  Reading is a great way to fire children’s imagination, and we know our customers will enjoy seeing these classic stories being brought to life.”

Interactive reading sessions will take place in selected Asda Stores (Asda Antrim / Asda Enniskillen / Asda Larne) on Monday 20^th and Tuesday 21^st February at selected times.

Children can swap their World Book Day tokens in store, or use their money-off coupons on a wide selection of book available in store.  Asda has an extensive range of adult and children dress-up options available online and in store now.  The Mad Hatter and Professor McGonagall from Harry Potter costume (pictured) is available in store now. 

Footsteps wins tender to deliver Narnia themed experience at Bishop Lucey Park, as part of the Cork "Glow" Christmas Festival

Footsteps are thrilled to announce that they have been contracted to design, perform and produce a Narnia themed visitor experience at Bishop Lucey Park, Cork, as part of the Glow Christmas Festival in the City. Owner of Footsteps, Robert Forshaw, said "We are delighted to have been chosen to provide this experience for Cork City Council. I chose the theme of Narnia as the connections with Cork City & CS Lewis are very strong with his Father and Mother being born in Cork and Co.Cork respectively. Our vision is to create a Narnia Winter Wonderland that will provide an exciting escape from the hustle and bustle of the Christmas shopping period." This event will run every weekend from the end of November and throughout December. For further information check out our website, www.footstepsni.com, over the following weeks or follow us on Facebook.

Footsteps To Produce Narnia Themed Events For Mourne Mountains Landscape Partnership

Footsteps is proud to announce that they have been awarded the tender to provide two Narnia themed events for the Mourne Mountains Landscape Partnership. Owner, Robert Forshaw, said "We are delighted to be working with the MMLP once again. We are to provide to events that help enhance the links between Rostrevor and CS Lewis. Lewis wrote “That part of Rostrevor (now Kilbroney Park) which overlooks Carlingford Lough is my idea of Narnia”. With that in mind we will be writing and performing a murder mystery evening at the Rostrevor Inn on Friday November 18th 2016, followed by a Narnia themed family event on Saturday 19th November 2016 at the Narnia Trail in Kilbroney Park." For further information on these events please go to our website at www.footstepsni.com.

Footsteps Wins Tender To Produce A Major Production For Slieve Gullion Forest Park

Footsteps are delighted to announce that they will be performing, producing and directing a major production for Slieve Gullion Forest Park & Newry Mourne
& Down Council. Footsteps will be creating a production for the "Footsteps In The Forest" event at Slieve Gullion Forest Park on Friday August 26th & Saturday August 27th 2016. Footsteps Owner & Creative Director, Robert Forshaw, said "We are thrilled to have been chosen to deliver this exciting production. We will be providing a two day production with over 20 costumed performers providing a memorable experience for all those that attend this prostigeous event. The Production will create a magical kingdom of mythical characters that bring to life the rich and varied stories of the South Armagh and South Down area." For further updates on "Footsteps In The Forest" keep and eye on our website www.footstepsni.com and our social media pages.