A special screening of ‘In the Veins’, a new short film that resonates through time, using over a century of archive footage to shine a light onto the face of the mining heritage of Yorkshire and the North East of England.

A story of hardship and hope, division and defiance, perseverance and pride; this is not a history lesson, it’s an emotional journey that digs deep into the heart of a community built on coal.

This film will be paired with a 1985 Yorkshire Television documentary ‘The Longest Year’, a retrospective on the yearlong strike first aired on the 3rd March, 1985, as the Miners' Strike came to an end.

The screening will be followed by a Q&A.

‘In the Veins’ was commissioned by Teesside University with support from the AHRC Impact Acceleration Account fund, and produced by the Yorkshire and North East Film Archive. The event is supported by Film Hub North with National Lottery funding on behalf of BFI Film Audience Network.

Join us for a series of spotlight talks about our fascinating collections. Take a closer look at some of our stunning collections and  find our more about how we care for them.

Please book your place early, as places are limited for each talk.

Join us for a captivating symposium on the history and legacy of the 1984-1985 Miners' Strike, featuring a film screening, discussions and powerful presentations.

Graham Ibbeson MBE, fondly known as the 'People's Sculptor,' was born in Barnsley and takes pride in his mining heritage, which he can trace back over 170 years. Graham will share stories of his life and artistic process in creating his world-renowned sculptures, which he affectionately refers to as his 'family'.

It aims to be a humorous reflection of his fifty-year career and current exhibition, expect some gags and surprises along the way.

Afterwards there will be an opportunity to purchase his autobiography, signed by Graham himself.

Danny Mellor presents his critically acclaimed show once more to commemorate the 40th Anniversary of this brutal and divisive conflict.

Fuelled by energetic and engaging storytelling, a classic soundtrack and performed with nothing more than one actor, a chair and a pint of beer, Undermined will have you laughing, crying and shaking with anger.

Reviews:

★★★★ ‘Other actors could do with taking a leaf out of Danny Mellor’s book. The book would be called How to do a One Man Show Properly’

Edfringe Review, Chloe St George

★★★★ ‘a strongly-performed show with a sense of thoroughness and accuracy here, a piece which is partisan but passionate’

The Scotsman, David Pollock

OUTSTANDING SHOW – ‘Undermined is quite simply the best example of theatre telling a political story without labouring the point’

Fringe Review, Donald Stewart

UNDERMINED IS UNMISSABLE – ‘An excellent dramatisation of an immensely important period of modern history, and a great piece of contemporary theatre in its own right, Undermined is unmissable’

Broadway World, Amy Hanson

‘Powerful and uncompromising’

Rotherham Advertiser, Phil Turner

‘Whether you know the history of the miners’ strike inside out or know nothing about it, you will take a lot from this show. If you get a chance, go.’

Morning Star, Mayer Wakefield

‘Danny Mellor nails it.’

Exeunt, Dave Fargnoli 

‘Mellor is an absolute delight. It is a challenge in itself to pull off a one-man-show but to execute it with such a high level of command and finesse really is quite something. He is an engaging actor and a natural performer. He holds the audience’s undivided attention with ease and never seems to waver in conviction.’

A Younger Theatre, Lydia Lakemoore

Join us for a free screening of 'Brassed Off' with a performance from 'Crofton Silver Bandits'.

This iconic film will be screened here at the museum with three songs from the film performed before the screening and three brass band classics performed afterwards.

Discover the art of clay modelling in a relaxed and friendly environment!