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It's that time of year, Spring, where suddenly everything is rushing along at breakneck speed. Soon it will be summer and we are already more than half way through our IF! Festival of 9 plays about Barrow life - A Love Song to Barrow.

May 5, 2026

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“My aims for 'Unboxing' are to make women feel seen and heard . . .”

Cumbrian-born writer Kyra Scott hopes her latest play will encourage women to talk openly about struggles around body image.

March 23, 2026

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‘When I daydream I think I’m starring with Tom Cruise . . .’

Barrow Councillor set for stage debut

February 17, 2026

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Sapeurs by Kevin Fegan

'Inside every human being is a person that, given the right circumstances, could shine . . .'

February 9, 2026

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The True Story of the Women who kept the Wheels of Industry turning during turbulent times

The Barrow Bank Cashiers Who Offered a Lifeline to Families During the 1988 Shipyard Strike

January 13, 2026

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Cloth Artwork tells story of Barrow in 80 images

It feels like a fitting tribute to this brilliant town

December 17, 2025

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Local Actor returns to Barrow

“I feel pride coming back to play lead role in Barrow wartime story”

October 15, 2025

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25 Words by Kevin Fegan

“It’s like food rationing - but with words”

September 17, 2025

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Indigo by Michael J Hudson

“Poetry brings beauty to the greyscale facets of our existence”

September 16, 2025

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A Love Song to Barrow

A year-long festival of groundbreaking drama is inspired by Barrow people and the town they call home.

August 11, 2025

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Welcome

Welcome to our brand new 'News' page!

July 2, 2025

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