 The upcoming Aspects Festival will spotlight poetry with a diverse lineup of poets and events. On 25 September, award-winning Galician poet Isaac XubÃn will read at Bangor’s Imperial Bar. XubÃn is participating in the Aodh Ruadh Ó Domhnaill Poetry Exchange during his residency at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre. Aspects Festival is delighted to be a […]
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Calling all budding local playwrights! Are you aged 16+ and from the North West of Ireland? Have you ever dreamed of seeing your own play performed on the Millennium Forum stage? Well, this is your chance to realise your dreams as the Millennium Forum has just announced details of a brand new project that will
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The Grand Opera House in Belfast is currently playing host to a lively and visually striking adaptation of the classic tale, 101 Dalmatians. Running until Saturday, 17th August, this production brings to life Dodie Smith’s beloved story with a mix of impressive puppetry, vibrant set design, and a performance from Kym Marsh that truly commands
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Rehearsals for Belfast School of Performing Arts summer youth project are in full swing, and after the huge success of the junior project, Little Mermaid Jnr, which gained standing ovations from audiences in July, hopes are high for the senior students who are excited to be performing the Northern Ireland Premiere of the much loved
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Michael Harrison and the Really Useful Group are delighted to announce that South Shields-born X Factor winner, Joe McElderry, will next year return to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, where he is set to perform at The Grand Opera House from 18 to 23 February 2025. Tickets are on sale now and can be
PW Productions is delighted to announce the full cast for Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s AN INSPECTOR CALLS, playing at the Grand Opera House from Tuesday 15 October until Saturday 19 October 2024 as part of a UK tour. www.aninspectorcalls.com Tim Treloar will play ‘Inspector Goole’, alongside Jackie Morrison as
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Belfast’s Grand Opera House has announced the cast and creative team for its high-flying 2024 pantomime, The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan. Guaranteed to be a Christmas treat for all ages, Northern Ireland’s biggest pantomime has already sold a record number of 50,000 tickets. Audiences can expect a swashbuckling trip to Neverland like never before with
The much-loved family favourite, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, has taken the stage at the Grand Opera House in Belfast, and it’s a delightful experience for all ages. With a star-studded cast including Adam Garcia  (Wicked, Kiss Me Kate, Coyote Ugly) as Caractacus Potts,  Liam Fox  (Emmerdale) as Grandpa Potts and Charlie Brooks (The Ocean at the End
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Attending the opening night of “Come From Away” at the Grand Opera House in Belfast was an experience that surpassed all expectations. I walked into the theatre with a vague familiarity of the song “Me and The Sky,” which poignantly tells the story of Beverley Bass, the first female commercial captain for American Airlines. Given
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Cinemagic has launched its annual call for young film enthusiasts to take on the role of ‘film consultants’ this July, to participate in workshops and film screenings to help programme a series of films for the annual Cinemagic Festival that takes place in October 2024, supported by the Department for Communities through Northern Ireland Screen.
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The Grand Opera House Trust’s Summer Youth Production returns on Thursday 18 July with an unmissable production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s award-winning masterpiece, Sunset Boulevard. One of the most powerful and memorable musicals, Sunset Boulevard marks the thirteenth Summer Youth Production by the Grand Opera House, and there’s just one month to go until a cast of seventy
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Belfast’s Grand Opera House has launched its Grand Family Festival in partnership with Phoenix Energy, which will run from Monday 19 to Saturday 24 August 2024. Tickets are now on sale for the fun-filled festival, which will see the Theatre open its doors for a week-long celebration of theatre and the arts with 25 unmissable
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The live stage adaption will come to Waterfront Hall on May 18th & 19th for a second time Following the overwhelming success of its previous run, Peppa Pig Live! is returning to Waterfront Hall, Belfast, for a second time. On May 18th and 19th, families across Northern Ireland are invited to join Peppa, along with
This year, for the first time, Bloomsday, the annual celebration of James Joyce and his masterpiece Ulysses, will become Molly Bloomsday as it spreads north of the border from Dublin for a spectacular all-women inaugural event in Derry~Londonderry and Donegal. More than 30 female artists and performers from across Europe will converge on Northern Ireland for YES, a new,
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NOW That’s What I Call A Musical, a brand-new musical written by award-winning comedian Pippa Evans and directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood is coming to Belfast’s Grand Opera House from November 19-23 during it’s UK and Ireland tour. Get ready to relive the playlist of your life by celebrating 40 years of the
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The Linen Hall is hosting a new project titled Changemakers: Student and Youth Activism in Northern Ireland, shedding light on the pivotal role of student activism in the region’s history and its resonance in contemporary times. Supported by the Department of Foreign Affairs Reconciliation Fund, the initiative aims to delve into the legacy of student
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Two murals, covering three storeys of the City East building at the gateway to East Belfast, on Newtownards Road, have been officially launched by Lord Mayor of Belfast Cllr Ryan Murphy. Created by cross-community groups with direction from local artist Dee Craig, the installation promises to encourage curiosity among Belfast’s citizens about the industrial past
Ards and North Down Borough Council proudly presents its Arts and Heritage Summer Programme, spanning the May to August period. Bursting with an array of events, exhibitions, and creative classes, alongside exciting events at Ards Arts Centre and North Down Museum, the diverse programme offers cultural experiences for everyone. Highlights from the Arts and Heritage
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House of Jojo sees TV Dance Sensation Johannes Radebe and a host of eclectic characters bring his brand-new theatrical celebration jam-packed with roof-raising music, dazzling costumes and of course, world-class dance. The show welcomes you with a vibrant modern routine but soon takes you back to his roots in SA, stripping down the big costumes
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Northern Ireland Opera has announced Principal Cast and Creatives in Tchaikovsky’s operatic masterpiece Eugene Onégin this September in Belfast. Based on Alexander Pushkin’s classic novel in verse, one of the most lyrical and beautiful pieces of literature adapted for opera, this stunning production will be directed by the renowned national opera company’s Artistic Director Cameron
The Grand Opera House Trust has announced that Janette Jones has been appointed Chair of the organisation, assuming the role from Colin Loughran who had served for the last seven years. A former PwC tax partner in Belfast who also led the firm’s private business practice in the region, Janette has been a Board member
The Ulster Museum has announced a new exhibition sponsorship with EY, which will bridge the worlds of business and the arts and connect more people across the region to our local museum infrastructure and the benefits rich cultural experiences can deliver. EY Northern Ireland is the exhibition sponsor for a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition opening at the
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Producers ROYO and Curve are delighted to announce a brand-new Made at Curve production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning musical KINKY BOOTS The Musical, which will tour the UK and Ireland from 17 January 2025. KINKY BOOTS The Musical features a score by Cyndi Lauper and a book by Harvey Fierstein. It will
The National Theatre’s global smash-hit production of War Horse, the unforgettable theatrical event based on Michael Morpurgo’s beloved novel, will embark on a major 18-month UK Tour and will take to the Grand Opera House stage for its Northern Ireland premiere in February 2025. War Horse will run at the Grand Opera House for two
Theatre and TV star Declan Bennett (EastEnders’ Charlie Cotton) brings his one person show, Boy Out The City, to the Lyric Theatre this April after a sell out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and a successful week on London’s West End. Based on his own private journals, Declan reflects on his Irish Catholic upbringing
The enduring satire Give My Head Peace brings its 2024 stage show to Belfast’s iconic Grand Opera House. A fan since childhood, I was eager to see how the television show’s sharp wit would translate to the stage – and it doesn’t disappoint. While the humour is deeply rooted in Northern Irish politics and local
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Arts Night at the Museum is happening at North Down Museum, Bangor on Friday 22nd March. The museum will throw open its doors to artists and art lovers at this popular event which gives everyone the opportunity to have a go at art! The unique event will give visitors the chance to experience a whole range
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More than 50 guests from all over Northern Ireland enjoyed a ‘guilt-free’ afternoon at The Avenue Cinema in Belfast, courtesy of zero alcohol wine brand Not Guilty. The cinema-goers were winners in a competition organised by Craigavon-based United Wines, the company that distributes Not Guilty in Northern Ireland, to win a trip to The Avenue in CastleCourt Shopping Centre for
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Prepare to be whisked away on a journey of love, courage, and redemption with An Officer and a Gentleman The Musical, captivating audiences at the Grand Opera House in Belfast until Saturday 16th March. This production, bursting with the classic rock and pop anthems of the ’80s, delivers an electrifying experience that promises to have
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An Officer and a Gentleman is coming to the Grand Opera House from 12 – 16 March 24. Set to a smash-hit soundtrack featuring the songs of Madonna, Bon Jovi, Cyndi Lauper, Blondie, and many more, the power of music will carry you through the highs and lows of their extraordinary love story, including the
Discover Armagh’s charm this spring with its lush green landscapes and expansive apple orchards As warmer days banish the wintry chill, the city comes alive with a variety of attractions and activities, ideal for planning a day trip or staycation over mid-term or the Easter holiday. From history to art, to culture, and family fun,
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Pioneering businesswoman, Rebecca McEvoy is leading the way in how venues in the creative sector can maximise their potential. The West Belfast native, now living in Lisburn created The Switchboard Network, an online booking platform that makes accessing and finding services more efficient. Its main objectives are to support venues in post-covid recovery with venues
With awards season in full flow, RENDR festival will roll out the red carpet at Portview Trade Centre in East Belfast later this week for an all-star line-up of Oscar, BAFTA and Emmy-winners who will unite for the city’s second annual creativity and technology showcase. A unique nocturnal event, RENDR, which is supported by Northern Ireland Screen,
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‘The Walk’, a world-renowned creative project featuring Little Amal, a giant puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee, will arrive in Belfast from 16-19 May – the latest event to be confirmed as part of Belfast City Council’s Belfast 2024 programme. The acclaimed production will be a signature event in the city’s biggest ever creative and
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Aspects Festival has unveiled its exciting Young Aspects programme, offering a range of creative children’s events suitable for all ages. Taking place from 1 – 3 March, at various locations around Bangor, the diverse programme of reading, writing and art events promises to inspire young imaginations. The festival is delighted to welcome Big Wave Surfer,
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Prepare for wit, charm, and devilish scheming as Dyad Productions, the award-winning company behind “Austen’s Women” and “I, Elizabeth,” unleashes their newest masterpiece:Â Lady Susan. Based entirely on letters from Jane Austen’s 1794 manuscript, the play delves into the Regency world with darkly comic brilliance, directed by Andrew Margerison and brought to life by the captivating
A powerful love story written by Amanda Verlaque will grace the stage at the Grand Opera House Studio from 22 – 30 March 2024 The Grand Opera House has announced details of its production of This Sh*t Happens All the Time, a powerful take on a true love story set in 1990s Belfast, which will form part of
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Lord Mayor of Belfast Councillor Ryan Murphy has launched the 2024 Belfast XR Festival at the Black Box in Hill Street. Belfast XR, now in its third year, specialises in curating worldclass immersive technology content that takes the art of storytelling to a new level. Extended Reality or ‘XR’ is the collective name for virtual
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Lolita Chakrabarti’s dazzling Olivier Award-winning stage adaption of Yann Martel’s best-selling novel Life of Pi, starring an extraordinary life-size puppeteered Bengal Tiger is headed to Belfast this week. Based on one of the best-loved works of fiction – winner of the Man Booker Prize, selling over fifteen million copies worldwide – Life of Pi is a breath-taking
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