Film & Event Listings
Friday Fright Night goes Ani-May: Perfect Blue
Friday Fright Night goes anime for Ani-May… and we’re diving straight into the deep end.
Satoshi Kon’s Perfect Blue is a cult classic psychological thriller that follows a pop idol whose life begins to unravel after she leaves music for acting. Reality blurs, paranoia creeps in, and nothing is quite what it seems.
Dark, stylish and seriously unsettling, this is anime at its most intense.
Ani-May: PAPRIKA
This dazzling sci-fi anime from Satoshi Kon. When a device that allows therapists to enter dreams is stolen, reality begins to unravel. Visually stunning and wildly imaginative, Paprika is a true anime classic.
Ani-May: Ghost in the Shell
Our Ani-May weekend concludes with this groundbreaking cyberpunk classic. As a cyber-enhanced agent hunts a mysterious hacker, deeper questions about identity and humanity emerge. Visually striking and deeply philosophical, Ghost in the Shell remains one of the most influential anime films ever made.
Nikki Hagan Presents: An Afternoon of String Playing
Join us for a night of music exploring the realms of past and present. All of this music draws on a time outside of when it was written, inspired by future hopes or breathing new life into old ideas.
PM Big Band in association with Donard Methodist Church
The PM Big Band pays homage, through the great American song book, to legendary artists such as Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington and also plays popular music from film and stage.
The show will include songs made famous by great names such as Frank Sinatra and Michael Bublé, so why not join the band for some fabulous music and song.
Relaxed Screening presents…Zootropolis 2
Return to the vibrant city of Zootropolis for another fun-filled adventure with familiar characters and new friends along the way.
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. Tickets are £3 per person.
No Ordinary Heist
No Ordinary Heist, a gripping crime drama inspired by one of the most audacious robberies in UK history. Set in a heavily policed, post-conflict Belfast, the film follows two ordinary bank workers forced into an extraordinary situation when their families are threatened. Coerced into facilitating a multi-million-pound heist from the inside, they must navigate fear, pressure and impossible choices — all while those orchestrating the crime remain unseen.
NCC May Market
NCC May Market
Join us from 11am to 5pm 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
Toddler Club presents … The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Stories
Based on the much-loved story by Eric Carle, this colourful animated tale follows a tiny caterpillar on a big journey of discovery.
Perfect for little ones, our Toddler Club includes activities and a healthy snack after the film in a relaxed, welcoming setting.
World Cinema presents…Sorda - Deaf
A tender and insightful drama exploring motherhood, identity and communication. Angela’s deafness brings new challenges as she prepares for the arrival of her child, raising questions about connection in a world not built with her needs in mind. After the birth, with the support of her partner Héctor, she begins to navigate the realities of parenting while confronting societal barriers and expectations. Honest, intimate and deeply human.
NCC Fundraiser Quiz
It’s Quiz Night at NCC
A cocktail of movie & non-movie rounds designed to tease the quizziest of minds, hosted by our glamorous quizmaster.
Introduction to Sign Language
FREE Introduction to Sign Language session led by John Carberry. Inspired by the powerful response to the documentary A Quiet Love and its exploration of Deaf life and relationships, this welcoming workshop offers an accessible starting point for anyone interested in learning British Sign Language.
Matinee Show - Neil Delamere - Reinventing the Neil
Due to popular demand we’ve added a matinee show!
Neil Delamere - Reinventing the Neil
Join the star of the Blame Game, Live at the Apollo, QI and Celebrity Chase as he ponders the eternal question, if it ain't broke should he fix it?
WeeStorybook to Film: Pip and Posy: A Spotty Dotty Springtime
Join Pip and Posy for a cheerful springtime adventure celebrating friendship, play and the joy of the seasons. Based on the beloved characters by Axel Scheffler, this gentle and colourful collection is perfect for little ones.
Part of our WeeStorybook to Film strand, which combines story time, the film, arts & crafts and a snack — perfect for children aged 1–6 and their grown-ups.
Classics & Cake: Sound of Music
A true cinematic classic returns to the big screen. Julie Andrews stars as Maria, bringing music and joy to the von Trapp family in this beloved musical filled with unforgettable songs. A heartwarming afternoon of film — with tea, coffee and cake included.
NT Live: The Playboy Of The Western World
Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery.
Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene…
Banyan Puppet Theatre - The Fisherman and the Mermaid
When a lonely Fisherman encounters a Mermaid, he is whisked away on a magical journey beneath the waves. However, this is more than just an underwater adventure; the Fisherman must discover the truth behind the ocean's tears and find out why the sea has become so sad.
Developed and performed by Karen Torley of Banyan Theatre and Derry-based dancer Zoe Ramsay, this beautiful programme combines puppetry, dance, music and storytelling for audiences aged 4–11.
Superstar Wrestling
Back by popular demand, the bone-crunching the Superstars Wrestling Tour
Bringing a host of top American wrestling stars to the ring to face the very best of home-grown talent and fans’ favourites, in a two hour rip-roaring entertainment for all the family to enjoy.
Twistin' the Night Away! - The Ultimate 1950s/60s Rock 'n' Roll Experience!
Twistin' the Night Away! - The Ultimate 1950s/60s Rock 'n' Roll Experience!
Relive the magic of the fabulous fifties and swingin' 60s with chart-topping classics, feel-good favourites and vintage vibes! From Connie Francis to Chuck Berry, join the sensational Soda Popz Show Band for an electrifying and unforgettable night of Rock 'n' Roll, jive and swing!
Miss Rach
Get ready for a mesmerising performance by our Miss Rach lookalike, featuring a 45-minute show filled with live sing-alongs to the most popular songs, dancing, interactive storytime, games, puppets, bubbles, and so much more!
NT Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses
BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin.
Marquise de Merteuil is a master in the art of survival. Alongside the magnetic Vicomte de Valmont, they turn seduction into strategy and weaponise desire. But when their alliance collapses into rivalry, the battle between them threatens to destroy everyone in their path.
Live stand up with… Jarlath Regan
Jarlath Regan is an award-winning stand-up comedian, podcaster, mammy translator, kidney donor and author, bringing his brand-new live show to Newcastle this June
The Motown Sensations Live
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.
Forever In Blue Jeans - The Neil Diamond Experience
Join us for an evening filled with all your favourite hits, from Sweet Caroline to Cracklin' Rosie.
Expect a full band, charismatic lead vocals and plenty of crowd-pleasing moments: from the big sing-along chorus lines to those intimate, heartfelt ballads.
Whether you're a lifelong fan or just love a good night of live music, get your 'blue jeans' on - this is a show you won't want to miss!
Classics & Cake: Casablanca
One of cinema’s most enduring love stories returns to the big screen. Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman star in this timeless wartime romance filled with intrigue, sacrifice and unforgettable dialogue. Join us for a relaxed afternoon screening — with tea, coffee and cake included.
WeeStorybook to Film: The Tiger Who Came to Tea
Based on the beloved book by Judith Kerr, this charming animated tale follows Sophie when a very unusual guest arrives at teatime — a hungry tiger!
Part of our WeeStorybook to Film strand, this relaxed event includes story time, the film, arts & crafts and a snack — perfect for children aged 1–6 and their grown-ups.
Rental Family
Inspired by Japan’s unusual “family rental” services, this thoughtful drama follows a man hired to step into the lives of strangers as a stand-in relative. As the emotional lines blur, Rental Family becomes a touching exploration of loneliness, connection and the meaning of family.
KnitFlix: 9 to 5
Join us for a Knitflix night with the classic comedy 9 to 5. When three office workers, played by Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton, decide to take control of their workplace, chaos and comedy follow. Bring your knitting or craft and enjoy a relaxed film night.
NT Live: All My Sons
Olivier Award Winner 2026:
Bryan Cranston and Marianne Jean-Baptiste feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller's classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove.
Strobe warning: Please note that All My Sons contains strobe lighting, which may impact customers with photosensitive epilepsy.
Relaxed Screening presents…Flight of the Navigator (40th anniversary)
A beloved 80s sci-fi adventure returns to the big screen. When a boy mysteriously vanishes and reappears years later without ageing, he soon finds himself aboard a remarkable alien spacecraft.
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. Tickets are £3 per person.
World Cinema presents…Sirât
In this hypnotic road drama from Óliver Laxe, a father and son travel into the Moroccan desert searching for a missing daughter believed to have joined a travelling rave community. Visually striking and emotionally intense, Sirât is a powerful meditation on grief, endurance and the search for meaning.
Toddler Club presents … The Scarecrows’ Wedding
Based on the much-loved story by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, this charming animated tale follows two scarecrows preparing for their big day — until a mischievous rival tries to spoil the celebration. Toddler Club includes activities and a healthy snack after the film.
NCC April Market
NCC April Market
Join us from 11am to 5pm 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
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….
The Talland Quartet
Join us for a night of music exploring the realms of past and present. All of this music draws on a time outside of when it was written, inspired by future hopes or breathing new life into old ideas.
Easter Build, Play, Create LEGO Camp
Hop into an exciting world of creativity this Easter with our Build, Play, Create LEGO Camp! Perfect for kids aged 5-11, this three-day adventure is packed with fun, hands-on building activities, team challenges, and imaginative play. Whether your child is a seasoned LEGO builder or just starting out, there's something amazing for everyone!
Friday Fright Night presents…Drag Me to Hell
Horror legend Sam Raimi delivers a wickedly entertaining supernatural shocker. When a loan officer refuses to help a mysterious old woman, she becomes the target of a terrifying curse. Fast, funny and packed with devilish scares, Drag Me to Hell is horror at its most gleefully unhinged.
Part of our Friday Fright Night strand. Come brave it… if you dare.
Mourne Stars Speech, Drama & Performing Arts Festival 2026
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!
Paddy McDonnell - Gout’s Out!
We’re delighted to welcome Paddy McDonnell back to Newcastle as he returns to NCC with his brand-new Gouts Out tour!
Relaxed Screening presents…Yogi - the Easter Bear
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 £3 per person.
Join Yogi, Boo Boo and friends in this colourful animated adventure filled with seasonal hijinks, gentle humour and family-friendly fun.
KnitFlix: Mystic Pizza
Bring your crafting and settle in with this beloved coming-of-age favourite following three young women navigating love, work and independence in small-town America. Funny, heartfelt and packed with late-80s charm, it’s an easygoing communal watch celebrating friendship and growing up.
Ballad of Wallis Island
A tender and offbeat British comedy-drama about memory, music and unlikely friendships. Set against windswept coastal isolation, it balances humour with reflection as its characters confront the past and rediscover connection. A warm, character-driven story carried by charm and atmosphere — perfect for an evening escape.
NCC Fundraiser Quiz for St. Joseph’s PS
It’s Quiz Night at NCC
A cocktail of movie & non-movie rounds designed to tease the quizziest of minds, hosted by our glamorous quizmaster.
NCC March Markets
NCC March Market
Join us from 11am to 5pm 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
NT Live: The Audience
Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award® -winning hit production, directed by Stephen Daldry.
Peter Morgan’s Netflix phenomenon The Crown was based on this hit play that was captured live from
World Cinema presents…Manon des Sources
Following the success of our world cinema screening of Jean de Florette, we return to rural Provence with Manon des Sources. Ten years on, Manon uncovers the truth behind her family’s ruin and plots a quiet, devastating revenge. Claude Berri’s sun-drenched sequel blends sweeping landscapes with emotional intensity — a deeply satisfying continuation of an unforgettable story.
Four Mothers ( Full Moon Film Festival )
A warm and witty comedy-drama exploring family, obligation, and caregiving. When one man unexpectedly becomes responsible for more mothers than just his own, his life fills with humour, frustration, and tenderness. Four Mothers is a compassionate, crowd-pleasing portrait of connection, patience, and the bonds that sustain us.
Listen to the Land Speak ( Full Moon Film Festival )
Listen to the Land Speak: A Journey of Return is an RTÉ documentary by the late Manchán Magan exploring the deep connection between Irish identity, landscape, and mythology. Travelling from bogs to mountains, Magan uncovers ancient wisdom for renewing our bond with nature, while confronting his own mortality through sacred sites and rituals.
Sketch ( Full Moon Film Festival )
When a young girl’s sketchbook slips into a mysterious pond, her drawings spring into chaotic, physical life — unleashing fantastical creatures across an unprepared town. As reality begins to unravel, she and her brother race to track down the unpredictable monsters before lasting damage is done. Meanwhile, their father struggles to navigate a community in crisis and reunite his family. Blending imagination, humour, and heart, Sketch is an inventive adventure about creativity, consequences, and connection.
Talk + Classic & Cake: The 1939 Diary of a Belfast Cinema-Goer + The Lady Vanishes ( Full Moon Film Festival )
Newcastle Community Cinema invites audiences to step back in time and explore cinema’s role in shaping culture and community. Cinema historian Dr Sam Manning presents The 1939 Diary of a Belfast Cinema-Goer — a remarkable record of 325 films seen in Belfast over a single year, on the eve of global conflict. This anonymous film lover logged titles, devised a personal rating system, and mapped cinema visits across the city. Among their favourites was Alfred Hitchcock’s The Lady Vanishes (1938), the only British film to earn a five-star rating. Dr Manning brings the diary to life, followed by a screening as part of our Classics & Cake strand.
Dive + The North Channel Swim ( Full Moon Film Festival )
A powerful double bill exploring endurance, grief and the pull of open water. Dive, winner of Best Short Film at Waterford International Film Festival ( Directed by Amy-Joyce Hastings ), is a lyrical Irish short tracing one woman’s private reckoning with loss and memory on the Atlantic coast. This is followed by The North Channel Swim, an intimate documentary following swimmer Ryan Leung as he attempts one of the world’s most punishing endurance swims — a raw portrait of resilience, isolation and the human will to keep going.
Good Vibrations ( Full Moon Film Festival )
A joyful and heartfelt tribute to Belfast’s punk roots, Good Vibrations charts Terri Hooley’s mission to unite youth through music in the late 1970s. Funny, moving, and packed with attitude, it’s a rousing local story about idealism, community, and the power of a great record played loud.
Báite (Full Moon Film Festival)
Set in a rural village during All-Ireland weekend in 1975, Báite blends murder mystery with intimate family drama when a body surfaces from a local lake and Peggy Casey’s life begins to unravel. Directed by Ruán Magan and adapted from Sheena Lambert’s novel The Lake, this atmospheric Irish-language feature was filmed in Conamara.
VENUE: Naíonra Teach Uidhilí
The Voice of Hind Rajab ( Full Moon Film Festival )
A moving and urgent film centred on a single emergency call that resonated worldwide, following the efforts to reach a young girl trapped amid conflict. Blending documentary testimony with dramatised storytelling, it offers a sobering reflection on humanity, responsibility, and remembrance.

