The Old White Room

"Coalisland and District Development Association (CDDA) are pleased to provide Craic with a permanent home in what was known as the "White Room" of Coalisland Weaving Co. The transformation of the premises into a fine theatre was brought about by the hard work and dedication of the members of Craic who gave generously of their time and talents to make it all happen. Anyone who saw them in action marvelled at their optimism for the venture and their enthusiasm while they worked.

The great Coalisland tradition of home grown entertainment is alive and well and Craic follows in the footsteps of groups from the past organised by legends of drama and variety like the late PJ Looney, Rory T. O'Kelly, Jim Devlin and Frank O'Neill and others who are thankfully still with us.

As well as the performer who is seen on stage Craic offers a great variety of opportunities to others in such stage-craft disciplines as Directing, Choreography, Sound, Lighting, Costume making and Set Design and has already helped some young people to find careers. This theatre will offer many people particularly our young people to do one of the most difficult things - to perform before their neighbours. It will seek out their talents and give them confidence to face life.

I look forward in this theatre to many high standard performances that have been the hallmark of Craic over the years and I congratulate them on their magnificent achievement.

Well done Craic!"