Withnail and I (15)
Friday 21 February • 7.30pm • FREE

A film woven into Cumbrian heritage, Withnail and I famously used Penrith as one of its locations. But did you know that Uncle Monty’s house was actually the home of Professor Bernard Nevill? The drawing room in the film was upholstered in a fabric Nevill himself designed for Sekers Fabrics, part of the renowned Country House Collection.
Come and relax with a ‘rhesus negative Bloody Mary’ and enjoy this cult classic.

Families are invited to explore the exhibition, take part in activities and games from the activity station, then have a go at weaving using Sekers fabric.
SumArt To Do - Sekers Objects
Wednesday 19th February • 1-3pm • FREE
Sekers Family Craft
Sekers Fabric Sale
Saturday 8,15 & 22 February 10am-4pm

The factory fabric sales were legendary, and we are hugely grateful to Sekers Fabric for supplying the reams of material that you will be able to purchase at these pop-up sales.


THANK YOU
We could not have done this without you.
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You’ve looked in cupboards, under beds, sheds and shown us your treasured memories and heirlooms from a much loved employer - Sekers Fabrics.
These objects have now been curated into Sekers Objects, an exhibition at one of Sir Nicholas' treasured objects - Rosehill Theatre. Telling the stories of the past to make sense of the present and the future.
OPENING: Sunday 2 - Thursday 27 February 2025
Tuesday - Sunday 11-4pm • ADMISSION FREE
Rosehilltheatre.co.uk
Rosehill, Moresby, Whitehaven CA23 6SE • 01946 692422
A FREE programme of film, craft and workshops will accompany the exhibition.



FREE SEKERS OBJECTS EVENTS
Sekers Sewing Circles Cinema
Join us as we gather in Rosehill’s unique auditorium for a celebration of sisterhood and the crafts we pass down through generations. With softened lights, you’ll be able to enjoy the films while focusing on your own creations and the crafts being made around you.
Bring your sewing, knitting, crochet, and enjoy creating in the company of others as the films that all star Sekers fabric play.

My Fair Lady (U)
Sunday 2 February • FREE
My Fair Lady is a classic musical film directed by George Cukor, adapted from the stage musical by Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe, itself based on George Bernard Shaw's play Pygmalion. The story revolves around Professor Henry Higgins (played by Rex Harrison), a phonetics expert who makes a bet with his friend Colonel Pickering (Wilfrid Hyde-White) that he can transform Eliza Doolittle (Audrey Hepburn), a poor Cockney flower girl, into a refined lady capable of speaking with an upper-class accent.
The exquisite costumes for My Fair Lady were designed by Cecil Beaton, an esteemed British fashion and stage designer. He used luxury textiles produced by Sekers Silk Mills to craft many of the film's sumptuous gowns, including the iconic black-and-white Ascot dress worn by Audrey Hepburn.
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The Red Shoes (PG)
Sunday 9 February • 2pm • FREE
The Red Shoes is a visually stunning British drama directed by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger. Loosely based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale, the film weaves a tale of ambition, passion, and tragedy within the world of ballet.
In The Red Shoes, the lavish ballet costumes and designs required exquisite materials to capture the film's dramatic and otherworldly beauty. Sekers Fabrics played a pivotal role in providing these materials, showcasing the brand's reputation for sophistication and creativity. This collaboration helped establish Sekers as a go-to source for luxury textiles in both cinema and high fashion.

The Inn of the Sixth Happiness (PG)
Sunday 16 February • 2pm • FREE
The Inn of the Sixth Happiness is a historical drama based on the inspiring true story of British missionary Gladys Aylward, portrayed by Ingrid Bergman. The film follows Gladys' journey to China in the 1930s, where, despite initial struggles, she becomes a beloved figure in a remote village. As an innkeeper at the "Inn of the Sixth Happiness," she teaches travelers about Christianity and wins the respect of the local community.
Her life takes a dramatic turn when war breaks out between China and Japan, and she must lead 100 orphaned children across dangerous mountains to safety. Through courage, faith, and determination, Gladys becomes a symbol of selflessness and perseverance, risking her life for the well-being of others.
Sekers Silk Mills played a role in the film's costume design by providing the luxurious fabric for the iconic red kimono worn by Ingrid Bergman’s character. This silk garment became an important visual symbol in the film, reflecting the cultural setting and adding to the film's rich visual storytelling.