MHS DYNAMIC CULTURE : STORYTELLING HERITAGE PROJECT - 2025

Wahnfried – A Cultural Legacy

The property situated at 27 Bree Street, on the corner of Buitekant was purchased by Michael Mackenzie and Frederic Symonds in 2012 with the vision that the house, renamed Wahnfried, would act as a venue for cultural events - live music, recorded music, films and other ‘sympathetic’ activities which take place in our Village. 

The Moroccan inspired house with its double volume ‘salon’ and excellent acoustics was furnished with an 1873 Bechstein grand piano, comfortable chairs and a quality film projector system which showed films in high definition and the latest surround sound.

In addition to twice weekly films, Wahnfried has hosted many outstanding musicians from around the world bringing quality live music to McGregor.

The first event was on Sunday 21st October 2012, a filmed performance of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony and that same work will be the last event on Sunday 12th October 2025.

STORYTELLERS NAME                    : Michael Mackenzie

DATE                                                 : August 2025

PLACE OF INTERVIEW                    : Wahnfried, 27 Bree Street

NAME OF INTERVIEWER               : Gareth Nolan