Film & Event Listings

Live Stand up with Andrew Ryan *POSTPONED*
Important Update: Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Comedy Night with Andrew Ryan on Saturday, 28th March at Newcastle Community Cinema has been postponed.

The Widow’s Son
Theater play: Andrew McKay fancies himself as a hard-hitting undercover journalist. He spends his time infiltrating various groups, posing as one of them to see what he can uncover and report back to the followers of his YouTube podcast. This time, Andrew is aiming to achieve his crowning glory, infiltrating the world's oldest secret society... The Freemasons.

Friday Fright Night presents…Longlegs
Join FBI agent Lee Harker, neck deep in an investigation into a series of occultist, familial murder suicides in Oregon.

When Ireland Rocked!
1973 to 1987 encapsulated a period of great musical discovery in Ireland.. With the emergence and dominance of the electric guitar, a revolution and fusion of musical styles occurred creating a signature Irish Rock sound….

Banyan Puppet Theatre - Three Billy Goats Gruff
A well-loved classic told in an imaginative and gentle way, through the use of puppetry, storytelling and object theatre. A perfect introduction to theatre for young children.

Toddler Club presents … Lost & Found
For toddlers from 1 - 4 years old, Toddler Club presents the perfect mid-morning activity, combining a short film with a creative activity & snack after.

World Cinema presents…I’m Still Here (Ainda Estou Aqui)
Sharp, poignant, rich in performance-driven excellence, Walter Salles' political biographical drama focuses on the troubling story of mother & politico activist Eunice Paiva (utterly bravura performance from Fernanda Torres, who arguably steals the entire film), and her struggles in coping with the forced disappearance of her husband, the dissident politician Rubens during the military dictatorship in Brazil.

Relaxed Screening presents…Peter Rabbit
NCC, Autism Support Kilkeel (ASK) and ADHD Hub present Relaxed Screenings to increase access to cinema for people with neuro-diverse conditions and their families. To promote access, tickets are £2.50 per person.

Conclave
The responsibility to find a successor to the pope falls on a beleaguered cardinal who finds himself embroiled in a conspiracy in this sombre and tense psychological drama. The story will mostly appeal to adults.

NCC April Market
NCC Markets
Join us from midday to 4pm both inside and outside NCC for market stalls offering a wonderful range of delicacies, artwork and giftware from some of the best local crafters, artists, bakers and much more! Open to all.
FREE EVENT

Mourne Stars Speech, Drama & Performing Arts Festival 2025
The Mourne Stars Drama festival is always a wonderful event, giving the Drama & Performing Arts pupils the opportunity to show how their skills have developed through attending classes as well as show how their confidence has grown!

NT Live: Dr. Strangelove
Dr Strangelove - Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation by Amando Iannucci and Sean Foley of Stanley Kubrick’s explosively funny satire about a rogue U.S General who triggers a nuclear attack.

Live Comedy with Colin Murphy
After his sell out dates with his Colinization and Whatchamacolin tours, Colin is back out on the road in 2025 with his hilarious new show Murphy Beaucoup!

WeeStorybook to Film: Smeds and Smoos
NCC has teamed up with Wee Bookworms to bring a storybook-themed fun morning of creativity and imagination for 1-6 year olds.

Classics with Cake: Harvey
Stewart turns in one of his most fondly remembered screen performances, capturing the innocent warmth and disappointed sadness of a man whose retreat from social responsibilities is far from evidence of insanity.

The Unholy Gospel Band
We are delighted to welcome back the incredible Unholy Gospel Band this Spring! The Unholy Gospel Band is a first in Northern Ireland; authentic American gospel music delivered live and straight from the soul via Northern Ireland's very first (unholy) gospel band.

Anora
Independent film “Anora” swept the 97th Academy Awards, winning five Oscars, including best picture and best director for Sean Baker.
A young escort from Brooklyn meets and impulsively marries the son of a Russian oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairy tale is threatened as his parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled.

NCC May Market
NCC Markets
Join us from midday to 4pm both inside and outside NCC for market stalls offering a wonderful range of delicacies, artwork and giftware from some of the best local crafters, artists, bakers and much more! Open to all.
FREE EVENT

Neil Delamere – Achilles Neil
Our comedy hero is back on the road with a brand new epic standup show. We’re absolutely delighted to welcome back Neil Delamere back to Newcastle in 2025!

Diona Doherty: Get your pink back
Diona Doherty (The Blame Game/Derry Girls/Soft Border Patrol) is trying to get her pink back.
Just like flamingos, whose pink colour has been drained by the stresses of motherhood, Diona is on a mission to find out who the hell she is after having kids.

Seth Mulder & Midnight Run
traditional bluegrass music at its best! Hailing from the heart of the Smoky Mountains in Gatlinburg, TN, Seth Mulder & Midnight Run present a high-energy show filled with nostalgic entertainment, tight harmonies, and skilful musicianship

Live Stand up with Chris Kent & Guests
🎭 New Date – Chris Kent Live! 🎭
Originally scheduled for 28th March, Chris Kent’s show has been rescheduled to Saturday, 5th July 2025.

Ratpack Revisited - Frank, Dean And Sammy - Viva Las Vegas
Experience the Magic of the Rat Pack with Ratpack Revisited
Step back in time to the glitz and glamour of 1960s Las Vegas as Ratpack Revisited brings you an evening of timeless classics, laughter, and iconic swing.

The Motown Sensations Live
𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐖𝐍 𝐒𝐄𝐍𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 at– 𝐀 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐒𝐎𝐔𝐋 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐂𝐀𝐍'𝐓 𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒!
Get ready for an electrifying night of MOTOWN MAGIC!
Hailing from South Africa, the sensational Darryl Hendricks, Bongi Lolwana, and Wesley Adams are bringing the house down with their spectacular tribute to the legendary sounds of Motown.

A Night of Ska & Reggae
We’re delighted to bring you an epic night of Ska and Reggae; featuring The Stallions, The Vibes and Ovengloves the Selector

Adventures on Old McDonald’s Farm - Kids Show
Friendly Sammy Scarecrow is enjoying his first day on Old MacDonald’s Farm and loves meeting all of the colourful characters that live there. When a mystery unfolds on the farm, can you help Scarecrow find out what’s going on?
Aged 1 - 9 years

Classics with Cake: Dr Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb
Kubrick's original 1964 pitch black satire; a chilling thriller about a paranoid American general initiating a nuclear bombing mission over the USSR. This multi-Peter Sellers-starring comedy still holds rep with many in the know as one of the funniest films of all time

WeeStorybook to Film: The Very Hungry Caterpillar
NCC has teamed up with Wee Bookworms to bring a storybook-themed fun morning of creativity and imagination for 1-6 year olds.

NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
Max Webster’s joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy starring Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who). What better way to mark St Patrick’s weekend!

NCC: Fundraiser Quiz for Naionra Chaislean Uidhilin
Fundraiser Quiz for Naionra Chaislean Uidhilin.
A cocktail of movie & non-movie rounds designed to tease the quizziest of minds, hosted by our glamorous quizmaster.

World Cinema presents…The Teacher
🚨 Some marketing material list I’M STILL HERE for this date.. this title has been rescheduled to 8th April 🚨
Palestinian schoolteacher Basem lives alone following the tragic death of his teenage son and the breakdown of his marriage. When one of his students is murdered, Basem and volunteer worker Lisa try to prevent the boy’s younger brother from seeking revenge. At the same time, Basem’s support for political resistance embroils him in a hostage situation involving an American soldier.

Toddler Club presents … Tiddler
For toddlers from 1 - 4 years old, Toddler Club presents the perfect mid-morning activity, combining a short film with a creative activity & snack after.

NCC March Market
NCC Markets
Join us from midday to 4pm both inside and outside NCC for market stalls offering a wonderful range of delicacies, artwork and giftware from some of the best local crafters, artists, bakers and much more! Open to all.
FREE EVENT

Small Things Like These
Tim Mielant's elegant adaptation of Claire Keegan's 2021 unsettling historical novel, which centres around the horrors of the Magdalene Laundries in Ireland.

Relaxed Screening presents…Paddington in Peru
NCC, Autism Support Kilkeel (ASK) and ADHD Hub present Relaxed Screenings to increase access to cinema for people with neuro-diverse conditions and their families. To promote access, tickets are £2.50 per person.

Friday Fright Night presents…The Descent
Even now regarded as one of the finest, most effective, downright bloodcurdling horrors of the 21st century, Marshall's potent, sledgehammer direction, & an awesome all-female cast, blend together to deliver a full-on scary movie experience you are unlikely to recover from soon.

Talk + Movie: Parkinsons in N.I + Awakenings
Join Dr. Mihalis Doumas, an expert in Parkinson's disease research, for an insightful 30-minute talk as part of this unique NI Science Festival event. Talk + Movie Screening: Awakenings + cake

WeeStorybook to Film/NISF: The Snail and the Whale
NCC has teamed up with Wee Bookworms to bring a storybook-themed fun morning of creativity and imagination for 1-6 year olds.

Live Comedy with Paddy McDonnell
Fresh off the success of three sold-out SSE Arenas in 2023 and 2024, Paddy McDonnell is back with his brand-new show, DAGGER, hitting venues across Ireland in Spring 2025!

Fundraiser Quiz
It’s Quiz Night at NCC - back by popular demand.
A cocktail of movie & non-movie rounds designed to tease the quizziest of minds, hosted by our glamorous quizmaster.

Science or Science Fiction: Talk + The Matrix
Before diving into the mind-bending world of The Matrix, join Dr. Kathy Ruddy from Queen’s University Belfast for an exciting 30-minute talk exploring the cutting-edge field of Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCI).

Weird Science
This Valentine’s Day, why not skip the typical romantic movie and experience something a little more electrifying? Join us at Newcastle Community Cinema for a one-of-a-kind screening of the 1980s classic Weird Science (1985), as part of the NI Science Festival 2025!

Chemistry & the Celts | NISF Roadshow
Join us for "Chemistry and the Celts"—an unforgettable event that brings the world of the Irish Celts to life through the magic of chemistry, led by the ever-engaging Scientific Sue.

Look Closer & Discover Nature Mini Lab Workshop
Calling all little explorers! Join us for an exciting adventure as the Regional Roadshow Team presents Look Closer and Discover Nature!

World Cinema presents…The Tasting- La Dégustation
Hortense (Isabelle Carré) is a midwife totally enamoured with the babies she delivers but senses something missing in her life. She signs up for a wine-tasting run by Jacques (Bernard Campan), the owner of the local wine shop, who has his own troubles. This delicious rom-com about two awkward people finding love has a good nose and a lasting finish.

The Special Consensus Bluegrass Band
Get ready for an unforgettable night of bluegrass magic when The Special Consensus takes the stage at Newcastle Community Cinema on February 8th for their highly anticipated debut performance!

Relaxed Screening presents…Spy Kids
NCC, Autism Support Kilkeel (ASK) and ADHD Hub present Relaxed Screenings to increase access to cinema for people with neuro-diverse conditions and their families. To promote access, tickets are £2.50 per person.

Friday Fright Night presents…The Substance
In 1980s Hollywood, adult film star and aspiring actress Maxine Minx finally gets her big break. But as a mysterious killer stalks the starlets of Hollywood, a trail of blood threatens to reveal her sinister past.

The Illegals with Niamh Kavanagh
Led by Niamh Kavanagh, she of the mesmerizing voice and mischievous spirit, The Illegals will take you on a journey of soulful harmonies, exciting riffs, blistering guitars and unforgettable songs.

Classics with Cake: La Strada
A care-free girl is sold to a traveling entertainer, consequently enduring physical and emotional pain along the way.

WeeStorybook to Film presents…The Gruffalo’s Child
NCC has teamed up with Wee Bookworms to bring a storybook-themed fun morning of creativity and imagination for 1-6 year olds.

January Blues! Vittorio Angelone & Guests
Escape the January blues with a night of laughter, fun, and unforgettable comedy! Join us on Saturday, January 25th at St Mary’s Hall, Newcastle Community Cinema for a hilarious evening of stand-up with an amazing lineup of comedians, including the incredible Vittorio Angelone as our headliner!

+++ POSTPONED+++ Fundraiser Quiz
It’s Quiz Night at NCC - back by popular demand.
A cocktail of movie & non-movie rounds designed to tease the quizziest of minds, hosted by our glamorous quizmaster.

Mourne Community Choir - Winter Concert
Mourne Community Choir present their Winter Concert.
Your support is appreciated

lo Capitano
A Homeric fairy tale that tells the adventurous journey of two young boys, Seydou and Moussa, who leave Dakar to reach Europe.

Toddler Club presents Toy Story That Time Forgot
For toddlers from 1 - 4 years old, Toddler Club presents the perfect mid-morning activity, combining a short film with a creative activity & snack after.