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Performance, drama, music or film In person

Common Ground - Film Screening of The Breadwinner

Run by Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council

Join us for a powerful evening with The Breadwinner, the Academy Award–nominated animated film based on Deborah Ellis’ best-selling novel. Set in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, it follows Parvana, an 11-year-old girl who disguises herself as a boy to su

Description A public screening of The Breadwinner, the Academy Award–nominated animated film based on Deborah Ellis’ novel. Set in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, the story follows Parvana, an 11-year-old girl who disguises herself as a boy to support her family. The film explores resilience, gender equality, conflict, and the right to education. Delivery/Format
  • Public cultural event (12+ age guidance)
  • Partnership with Island Arts Centre
  • Screening followed by opportunities for discussion/reflection
Date & Venue
  • Tuesday 14 October 2025
  • Doors open 6:30pm | Screening 7:00pm
  • Island Arts Centre, Lisburn
  • Running time: 1h 34m
  • Free on-site parking
  • Booking essential via Island Arts Centre website/Box Office
We hope to
  • Bring people together for a shared cultural experience
  • Encourage reflection on resilience, equality, and rights to education
  • Strengthen cultural partnership with Island Arts Centre

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Connecting Generations - Stories, Conversations + Shared Perspectives

Closed project – invited participants only This intergenerational project brings older and younger voices together through a series of facilitated conversations. Participants will share stories and lived experiences on themes of identity, belongin

When
Mon 13 Oct
Finished Invitation only In person
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Good Relations Week: Storytime

Friendship and family themed Storytime

When
Mon 13 Oct · 6pm
Where
Colin Glen Library Unit 17 The Dairy Farm Centre, Belfast
Finished Invitation only In person