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Northern Ireland is home to an array of actors, playwrights and stars of the screen. The names of Liam Neeson, Stephen Rea and Brian Friel are world famous. They have inspired others to follow in their giant footsteps and whether it’s small-scale am-dram you’re after or full-blown musical theatre you’ll find it all across this creative little corner of the world. There are theatres everywhere you go in Northern Ireland.

Grand Opera House, Belfast

The Grand Opera House in Belfast’s city centre has a long and distinguished history and is probably the best known of all Belfast theatres. It has welcomed performers as varied as Luciano Pavarotti and Laurel and Hardy. The rather loud interior harks back to the days of the old Victorian playhouse and there is a no-holes barred ostentation about the place that marries nicely with the regular musicals they put on here.

Lyric Theatre, Belfast

Some of Northern Ireland’s finest actors have walked the boards and wowed the audiences at the famous Lyric Theatre in Belfast. Adrian Dunbar, Ciaran Hinds and Frances Tomelty have all cut their teeth in this cutting-edge venue and for actors in this part of the world, the Lyric is a rite of passage.

Waterfront Hall, Belfast

Situated beside Belfast’s famous River Lagan, Belfast Waterfront's dome-shape and glass exterior add a sleek and modern feel to this historic part of the city. Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful looking theatres in Northern Ireland, it has become the venue of choice for top-class comedians and large-scale musicals.

Theatre at the Mill, Newtownabbey

Built on the site of an old mill in Newtownabbey, the 400-seat Theatre at the Mill has grown in stature since opening. A bit of an everyman, the theatre plays host to high-brow theatre as well as comedy acts and musicals. Its sister venue, The Courtyard, is an even more intimate space and offers up little gems on the acting calendar every year.

Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre, Armagh

Armagh city’s home of entertainment, this state-of-the-art venue is a modern breath of fresh air in the heart of this beautiful Georgian city. Much of the venue's focus is on local talent and touring companies. But they also provide a stage for productions of ballet, musical theatre and comedy. It’s quite the mix at the Market Place and at just under 400 seats it’s the perfect size for a lovely night out.

The Alley Arts Centre, Strabane

The Alley Arts Centre is a no-nonsense, no frills, 270-seater theatre in County Tyrone. Strabane is the home of erudite wordsmith, the late Flann O'Brien, as well as the highly regarded Strabane Theatre Festival. The two-metre bronze pig keeping guard outside the theatre’s piazza is named Ambrose and recalls the site's former function as a market for arts of a more...culinary nature.

Strule Arts Centre, Omagh

Tyrone is home to the Strule Arts Centre in Omagh. Opened in 2007, this award- winning contemporary arts venue and conference centre is home to theatre performances, comedy, music, dance, workshops, exhibitions and so much more.

The Ardhowen, Enniskillen

The Ardhowen contemporary arts venue has been home to theatre performances, comedy, music, dance, workshops and exhibitions in Enniskillen since 1986. It has gone through a few revamps in the intervening years but happily it has never left this beautiful location on the banks of Lough Erne.

The Waterside, Derry-Londonderry

The magnificent Waterside Theatre in the Ebrington Complex is built on the site of the old shirt factory made famous by Phil Coulter’s song, The Town I loved So Well. Today the theatre has partnerships with local colleges and theatre groups and each year hosts the City of Derry Drama Festival and Hidden Treasures Children’s Theatre Festival.

Millennium Forum, Derry-Londonderry

The opening of the Millennium Forum marked a new beginning in Derry-Londonderry’s cultural life. It took years of campaigning, quite a lot of sweat and a tidy wee sum of money but in the end the 1020-seat theatre, conference centre and community facility in 2001 was a massive boost for the city. It has drawn millions of visitors through its doors since then and will do so long into the future.

Drama and theatre are alive and well in Northern Ireland and there are lots of chances to see the future stars of stage and screen before they become that little bit too famous.

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Lyric Theatre

Belfast

Address

55 Ridgeway Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT9 5FB

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9038 1081

info@lyrictheatre.co.uk
Gradings
- Five Star Quality Assurance
Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

As the only full-time producing theatre in Northern Ireland, the Lyric offers high quality professional entertainment throughout the year.
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Strule Arts Centre

Omagh

Address

Townhall Square, Omagh, County Tyrone, BT78 1BL

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 8224 7831

strulearts@fermanaghomagh.com
Gradings
- Three Star Quality Assurance
Type

Type:

Arts Centre

Strule Arts Centre is situated in the heart of Omagh, County Tyrone. Strule Arts Centre houses, nurtures and presents a hive of vibrant artistic flair, offering creative outlets and opportunities for local, national and international talent.
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Belfast Waterfront

Belfast

Address

2 Lanyon Place, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 3WH

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9033 4400

conference@waterfront.co.uk

Type

Type:

Live Music

Belfast Waterfront is an award-winning, purpose-built conference, arts and entertainment centre offering a variety of facilities. The venue offers a varied events programme, ranging from classical music, opera and ballet to comedy and rock music.

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Grand Opera House

Belfast

Address

2-4 Great Victoria Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT2 7HR

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9024 0411

info@goh.co.uk

Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

Since opening its doors on 23 December 1895, the Grand Opera House has delivered an unrivalled programme of entertainment, playing host to some of the greatest names in theatre and music.

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The Alley Arts and Conference Centre

Strabane

Address

1 Railway Street, Strabane, County Tyrone, BT82 8EF

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7138 4444

alley.theatre@derrystrabane.com
Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type

Type:

Arts Centre

The Alley Arts and Conference Centre is a theatre complex, art gallery, visitor information centre and conference venue, situated in the heart of beautiful Strabane, County Tyrone and located on the gateway to County Donegal.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
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Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Millennium Forum

Derry~Londonderry

Address

Newmarket Street, Derry~Londonderry, County Londonderry, BT48 6EB

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7126 4455

info@millenniumforum.co.uk
Gradings
- Four Star Quality Assurance
Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

Built just inside the walled area on Newmarket Street is the Millennium Forum, opened in 2001. The first purpose built theatre in the city it has seating for 1000 and has the largest theatre stage in Ireland.
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The MAC

Belfast

Address

10 Exchange Street West, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2NJ

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9023 5053

info@themaclive.com
Gradings
- Awaiting Grading Quality Assurance
Type

Type:

Arts Centre

The MAC is one of Europe’s leading art centres, situated in the heart of Belfast. Recently nominated a finalist for the Art Fund Prize for Museum of the Year 2015, the award-winning venue has welcomed some 800,000 visitors since it opened.
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Mid-Antrim Museum and Arts Centre at The Braid

Ballymena

Address

The Braid, 1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena, County Antrim, BT43 5EJ

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 2563 5077

BraidMuseum@midandeastantrim.gov.uk

Price
Free

Type

Type:

Visitor Centres & Museums

The Mid-Antrim Museum, offers a fascinating experience for all the family. The museum boasts two large state of the art exhibition galleries.

Price
Free

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Provider Preferences
- Free (parking charges may apply)
Armagh Omniplex

Armagh

Address

Market Square, Armagh, County Armagh, BT61 7BU

armagh@omniplex.ie

Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

Armagh Omniplex is located in Market Square Armagh. Boasting the latest in projection and digital sound technology.

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Ardhowen Theatre

Enniskillen

Address

97 Dublin Road, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, BT74 6FZ

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 6632 5440

ardhowen@fermanaghomagh.com

Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

Situated in a panoramic lake view setting this 290 seat theatre is designed to stage the most ambitious musical and theatrical productions.

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Bangor Omniplex

Bangor

Address

Valentine's Road, Bangor, County Down, BT20 4JH

bangor@omniplex.ie

Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

Omniplex located close to Bangor town centre showing the latest releases.

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Omniplex Cinema Downpatrick

Downpatrick

Address

5 Owenbeg Avenue, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6FJ

downpatrick@omniplex.ie

Type

Type:

Cinema

Omniplex Cinema Downpatrick is a nine screen cinema, with capacity for over 1,000 people and car parking is free. All facilities are wheelchair accessible. All digital screens equipped with Sony 4K technology, surround sound with Luxury American…

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Ulster Orchestra

Belfast

Address

Seymour House, 9 Gloucester Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 4LS

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9033 4455

info@ulsterorchestra.com

Type

Type:

Classical Music

Founded in 1966, the Ulster Orchestra has been at the forefront of musical life in Northern Ireland and the Orchestra’s full-time musicians form the region’s only professional symphony orchestra.

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IMC Newtownards

Newtownards

Address

Blair Mayne Road South, Newtownards, County Down, BT23 4EU

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9182 1000

manager@movieland.co.uk

Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

IMC cinema in Newtownards.

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Strand Arts Centre

Belfast

Address

152 - 154 Holywood Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT4 1NY

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9065 5830

info@strandartscentre.com

Type

Type:

Arts Centre

Located in East Belfast, Strand Arts Centre is Northern Ireland’s oldest cinema and retains much of its 1930s art deco design. It became a not-for-profit arts centre in 2013 showing new and classic film alongside live theatre, music and workshops.

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Riverside Theatre

Coleraine

Address

University of Ulster, Cromore Road, Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 1SA

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 7012 3123

r.daly@ulster.ac.uk

Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

The Riverside Theatre is Northern Ireland’s oldest operating professional theatre outside of Belfast. It has an intimate auditorium which offers an exciting and diverse programme of comedy, dance, music, lectures, musical theatre, drama and art

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Newcastle Community Cinema

Newcastle

Address

St Mary's Hall, Main Street, Newcastle, County Down, BT33 0AD

Telephone
+44 (0) 7904 645 635

info@newcastlecinema.org

Type

Type:

Cinema

Based in St Mary's Hall, Main Street, Newcastle, NCC specialise in providing the greater community with a varied programme of quality cinematic entertainment, showing movies for adults and children alike on a monthly basis.

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The Black Box

Belfast

Address

18 - 22 Hill Street, Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 2LA

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9024 4400

admin@blackboxbelfast.com

Type

Type:

Arts Centre

A home for live music, theatre, literature, comedy, film, visual art, live art, circus, cabaret and all points in between.

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Aisling Ghéar Theatre Co.

Belfast

Address

Cultúrlann McAdam Ó Fiaich, 216 Falls Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT12 6AH

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9020 8040

Carrie.anne@aislingghear.com

Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

Established in 1997, this theatre company specialises in Irish language productions (with simultaneous translation into English via headset). Productions include works by Samuel Beckett, Brian Friel, Willy Russell, Machiavelli and WB Yeats.

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Theatre At The Mill

Newtownabbey

Address

Mossley Mill, Carnmoney Road North, Newtownabbey, County Antrim, BT36 5QA

Telephone
+44 (0) 28 9034 0202

boxoffice@theatreatthemill.com

Type

Type:

Theatre / Cinema

Theatre at The Mill is set in the Civic Square of the imaginatively restored Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey Borough Council’s Civic Headquarters.

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