Reavey Brothers 50th anniversary event announced for January in Silverbridge
January 4 2026 will mark the 50 year anniversary of the passing of The Reavey Brothers.
John-Martin, Brian and Anthony Reavey were sitting at home watching TV when three masked gunmen broke in and opened fire on them during the troubles. John and Brian were killed straight away, while Anthony managed to escape to the bedroom and take cover under a bed. He was shot several times and left for dead, after searching the house the gunmen found no one else and left. Moments later, badly wounded Anthony crawled to a nearby neighbours house to seek help. Sadly Anthony died of a brain haemorrhage in hospital 26 days later.
A special host will present the Reavey Brothers 50th Anniversary Event, taking place at Silverbridge GAC, (New Rd, Silverbridge, Newry, BT35 9LR) on Friday 9th January, 2026 in front of an anticipated crowd of 800 people.
This night of remembrance will feature victim stories from those impacted locally, including brother Eugene Reavey, following the release of his book ‘The Killing of the Reavey Brothers’. A screening of ‘Reavey Brothers’ (2022) will follow, paired with a Q&A from director and nephew of the brothers John Reavey. Paired alongside the cast; featuring Dylan Llewellyn (Derry Girls, Big Boys), Niall McNamee (Love Without Walls, One Night in Bath), Kevin Nugent (Armagh GAA Minor Champion) and Geraldine McAlinden (Verdigris, Our Father). The night will then be closed with live music and traditional Irish dancing from Aine Malone (former Lord of the Dance).
Tickets for the event will be sold as unreserved seating for £20, and can be purchased from 13:00 on Sunday 30th November 2025 at www.reaveybrothersfilm.com.
The film previously sold out 19 cinema screenings in London, Dublin, Newry, Belfast and Derry - selling over 5,000 tickets.
All earnings made from previous screenings and from the event are to put forward to development funding for the feature film version of Reavey Brothers, which is currently being written by director John Reavey, with hopes to start seeking further investment in 2026.
John Reavey - Nephew, and Writer/Director of ‘Reavey Brothers’ (2022) said: “It will be a privilege to honour those lost in a remarkable local venue like Silverbridge. I was never fortunate enough to meet my uncles; so moments like these are where I feel closest to them. The response to the short film was beyond what I could have expected, but I’m looking forward to honouring the 50 years that the family has been fighting for justice. It’s nights like these where I admire all the families in the area who continue to fight for peace. I really hope this night can be memorable not only for the Reavey Family - but to all those impacted by the troubles.”
Dylan Llewellyn - Anthony Reavey (Lead) in ‘Reavey Brothers’ (2022) said: “I’m really looking forward to coming back to Ireland, it’s like my home away from home. I admire the pride the Irish take in their stories.
“Coming back for the 50th anniversary is important to me, in supporting the family and this project. Seeing the cast and crew will be special, but also the families of those with stories like the Reavey family. It’ll be my first time back in South Armagh since the film’s release, so I’m excited to see the response!”