7.30pm on Friday 4th September 2026
Join us for a very special evening watching Sunny Dancer, a new film being shown in cinemas across the UK, presented to the audience at the Keswick Alhambra Cinema by the team from Flynne's Barn.
Flynne’s Barn is a remarkable and wonderful charity in Borrowdale supporting young people living with and beyond cancer through residential stays and a counselling programme.
The full value of the normal ticket price tonight will go to Flynne's Barn as both the film distributor and the cinema are waiving their charges to also make this one big joyous fundraising evening.
So, turning to the film: Ivy is a teenager in remission from cancer, whose mum and dad insist she attend Children Run Free Camp, a summer retreat for young adults affected by cancer. However, as Ivy is reluctantly dragged through camp experience, she discovers new feelings with new friends. Bella Ramsey leads the cast of this likable coming-of-age movie from 25-year- old George Jaques.
It’s big-hearted, well acted, topped off with an amusing star cameo – and for those who think they can spot the “tragic-sacrificial” character in stories like this, writer-director Jaques executes a smart misdirection-twist. (The Guardian)
The film shines a light on the challenges faced by young people living with a cancer diagnosis and there are striking parallels between the fictional CRF camp and “the real life Sunny Dancer”, Flynne’s Barn, here in Borrowdale. Some of the Flynne’s Barn Team will be on stage after the film to talk about their work and take any questions.
