Swingin' Wartime Revue

The Late Shift is a series of after-dark happenings in museums across Northern Ireland.Adults-only. Expect the Unexpected.#TheLateShiftSupported by National Lottery Heritage Fund, Tourism NI, and Department for Communities.

The Late Shift

A 1940s style cabaret and knees-up in 16th-century castle.

Newry and Mourne Museum

Don your vintage finery and head back to the 1940s at our swingin’ wartime revue. Grab a drink in our on-site bar, roam the castle, and check out our retro cabaret performances. Inspired by wartime concerts held in Newry during the 1940s , our cabaret will include magic, music, comedy, and general mayhem. Explore the rest of the museum to uncover food and drink tastings, music, and surprise performances straight from a Pathé newsreel.Cabaret slots at 7pm, 8pm and 9pm - Cabaret performers include Compere - Caolan McBride, Swing Gals, George Firehorse and Grant Goldie.Performers located throughout Museum include Leonie Pony, Amadan Ensemble and Casino Jazz Band.Food and drink providers include Neary Nogs, Mange Tout Bakery and Killowen Gin, Poitin and Whiskey, beer tasting with Prohibition etc.Strictly over-18s.

<h2>FAQs</h2>Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?Yep! You've got to be at least 18. If you've got youthful good looks and look under 25, please bring your ID.What should I wear?
Come dressed to party – we’d love to see lots of 1940s retro style (civilian or US army).
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?If you like! You can print your ticket, but you can also show it on your phone, or bring your name and booking reference with you to get in.What's the best way to get to the event?There's free car-parking at the castle, or grab a local taxi.What about drinks?There'll be a full pop-up bar inside the castle. But we'll also have special local vendors doing some tastings too.Will the bar take card?The bar in the castle won't take card, so best to pop by the ATM on Hill Street if you plan on buying drinks or food.Is the event accessible?There's wheelchair access, accessible toilets, accessible parking bays and general parking at the castle. We've also got a lift to all floors. If you've got any access needs, Noreen is happy to chat and give you more details - noreencunningham@nmandd.org or on 02830313182.I've got a question you haven't answered here - is there someone I can contact?If you've got a less-than-frequently-asked-question, Noreen will be happy to answer it for you: noreen.cunningham@nmandd.org or on 02830313182.

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