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The Linen Hall Library

Founded in 1788, Linen Hall is the oldest library in Belfast and the last subscribing library in Ireland. It is renowned for its Irish and Local Studies Collection and the Northern Ireland Theatre and Performing Arts Archive. The library also runs a programme of exhibitions, readings and lectures.

What's On @ The Linen Hall Library

A Filthy Dirty Rumour - Immersive Reading & Rainbow Ukulele Band
Have you heard? A Filthy Dirty Rumour has returned, following its sold out run in 2023! In 1950s Belfast, Ruth and Oscar are in a deeply unhappy marriage. Filled with things they dont say to each other. Childless and sexless, they have drifted apart. One evening, Ruth invites Eva in for a drink and when Ruth is comforted by Eva, Ruths pious sister Alma misconstrues the situation as something more sexual. Thus begins a chain of events which sees everyones life unravel This production premiered during LGBTQIA+ awareness week in 2023 and was partnered with The Rainbow Project. The play sought to highlight mental health issues within the queer community and the turmoil's and complexities of understanding sexual identity, internalised homophobia and the idea of what love means. For Belfast Pride on July 25th Dark Forest Theatre will be partnered with Cara Friend to deliver an immersive reading of the play with a portion of ticket sales being donated to the organisation. Dark Forest Theatre is also extremely proud to welcome RAINBOW UKES, a queer ukulele band who will be performing before and after the reading. This is a night to be remembered.

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