Line Up For Culture Night at Bedlam, Derry

Culture Night Extravaganza – Friday 23 September & All Weekend Bedlam Celebrates its First Birthday this weekend in style! Fri – Sun: A Touch of Hollywood photographic exhibition paying tribute to Hollywood films throughout the ages such asThe Quiet Man, Pulp Fiction, Breakfast at Tiffany’s and The Wizard of Oz featuring local models and some Bedlam personalities. Photographers Brónagh Corr-McNicholl and Aria Fikriyah assisted by Indrazno S,Justyn McNicholl and Elayne McNicholl have recreated a stunning visual display on view over the weekend before rolling out on a touring exhibition later this year. Fri 5pm – 11pm Little Acorns Bookstore will be presenting a delightful array of literary talent to whet all appetites. Guildhall Press authors Felicity McCall, Charlie Herron, Phil Cunningham, Jenni Doherty and Marilyn McLaughlin, among others, will be dropping in to spin a yarn or two and read from their latest work. Further treats include writers from the Creggan Writing Project (Sadie Harrigan, Mena Brennan, Jacqueline Doherty and more) who will be reading their work (due to be published by Guildhall Press in a book anthology by Christmas 2011). And exclusive to Bedlam only, are some of the wonderful cast from the award-winning playWe Were Brothers (which is currently in the finals of the National Lottery Heritage Awards) who will act out a short drama excerpt from 5.30pm. For the little folk, paper and pens will be available where pictures drawn will then be displayed in Little Acorns. All are welcome, from book lovers, browsers, readers and writers, to what promises to be a marvellous menu of words and fun at Little Acorns in Bedlam. Fri 7pm – Sunday Beyond Redemption presents Derry’s, and indeed Ireland’s smallest art gallery, Caligari Gallery, with the exhibition Shelf Life in an antique medicine cabinet by exhibiting paintings, drawings and sculptures by four artists from the North West. On show will be deeply personal surrealistic sculptures from Anne Patterson, diary-like sketchbooks from David Hegarty, witty Mask/Head sculptures from Patrick Bradley and delicate watercolour explorations of the ancient Broighter landscape from Peter Hughes. All four have shown extensively locally, nationally and internationally Amongst them are prizewinners of the Glebe Gallery Derek Hill Open Art competition, regular exhibitors at the RUA & RHA Annual exhibitions and their works are in private and public collections. Throughout the weekend: Gladrags & Handbags Stunning fashion representing Decades Gone By will be on display and for sale throughout the weekend. Also part of the Fashion Show on the Walls again this year organised by Joe Carlin Events. Nomadic Soul View the impressive and beautiful photographic portraits and behind-the-scenes shots showcasing the talent of Pump Street’s own acupuncturist John O’Mahony. Also available; fashion, jewellery, books, ceramics and more. Family Jewels A gorgeous exhibition of antique, rare and precious jewellery, befitting any occasion, suitable for all. A small selection of rare & authentic autographed photos from over 150 Film, TV and Music Stars that include Gene Kelly, Brigette Bardot, Shirley Bassey, Michael Crawford & much more.   Plus there’s more quality vintage, antiques, ceramics, jewellery, glassware, collectables, fashion, furniture, books and more from all the other stalls at Bedlam: The Recovery Room, Peter’s Paradise, Hidden Treasures andJP’s Cavern. Music throughout Friday evening will be supplied by DJ Mark Kenny, his Kildare brogue and gentle witticisms will add flavour to the slight Bedlam madness. Specially created cupcakes and light refreshments will also be available throughout the weekend while you ponder over treasures and pleasures found. The Great Sunday Finale There will be a special Vintage and Designer Fashion Show organised by Erin Kelly with local models. Makeup and hair by Orla McGee. This event gives you a last chance to see and perhaps make that irresistible purchase and round off a wonderful cultural weekend! Open Fri 10am – 11pm, Sat 10am – 6pm and Sun 1pm – 5pm We’d love to have you join us out for that extra special Culture Night and Weekend at Bedlam Vintage & Retro Emporium 35 Great James Street Derry  Located between the Sorting Office and an Chultúrlann For more information, photos and updates, join us on   Facebook www.facebook.com/bedlam.weekendmarket www.facebook.com/pages/Bedlam/112744142113272

A Touch of Hollywood

A Touch of Hollywood Bedlam Vintage Market Great James St. Friday 23rd - Sunday 25th September Adding to the rich programme of Cultural  events in Derry, Friday (23rd September) will be an opportunity to preview 'A Touch of Hollywood', a unique collaborative photographic exhibition which  tributes films and filmic styles throughout the ages. The photographers Brónagh Corr-McNicholl and Aria Fikriyah worked closely with Indrazno S. (Director of Lighting), Justyn McNicholl, (Editing and Print Management) and Elayne McNicholl (Clothes and Model Co-ordination) to recreate and deliver a truly wonderful and fun visual display, which offers more than a glance and a nod to the iconic days of Hollywood. The Quiet Man, Pulp Fiction, Breakfast  at Tiffanys and The Wizard of Oz are just a few of the titles that have been given a photographic remake. The fact that it is local people (and half of Bedlam!) that features in the iconic movie roles in the photographs is proof that you don't need the 'X Factor' to reach for the stars! From the thriller drama of Hitchcocks 'Blackmail' (1929) to the glamorous sassy wiggle of Monroe in 'Some Like it Hot' (1959) It doesn't get much hotter than this. The images will be on public display at Bedlam this weekend before rolling out on a touring exhibition later on in the year. So if you're about the City for Culture night this weekend do ' Come up and see us sometime'.