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Paddy Leonard, 22 Jul
Derry's popular and highly acclaimed local film and theatre company,
Black North Productions, have recently received funding from the
National Lottery 'Community Fund' which will enable them the ability to
offer free acting lessons, free costumes, free transport, free drama
lessons, free admission to the premiers and the opportunity to gain
valuable experience in the creative media industry.
Black North Productions are currently working on their short film
“Missing Chapter” which deals with the profound effects of the covid 19
pandemic on our young people.
“In essence, without funding from the Lotto Community Fund, we would
not be able to continue to offer all aspects of film involvement for
free”, commented Joseph McCarthy, Black North Production’s writer and
director.
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Joseph McCarthy (green bib), Black North Production’s writer and
director, giving instructions during their recent shoot.
“Our membership grows with every production and unlike many other arts
organisations, we are all unpaid volunteers and all funding received
goes into providing people of all ages and backgrounds with invaluable
experience in the arts at no cost to them whatsoever.
“I can’t praise this lotto initiative enough as they have not only been
very supportive, but they also have an invaluable insight into what
community arts is really about,” continued Joseph.
“Missing Chapter” will premiere later in the year and as always,
admission will be free.