Babies! Or, more importantly, parents and guardians of babies! We’re continuing monthly baby sensory sessions following the successful return of our Christmas Style sessions in December. Join us for these gentle sessions for babies, where they’ll get to experience and explore light, sound, and textures with musical accompaniment. Babies and their adults are sure to have lots of fun!

In celebration of the release of her hilarious memoir of the same name, comedian, novelist and professional show-off Jenny Eclair comes to venues nationwide with a brand-new autobiographical show. From drama school (mostly drinking cider and eating sausage rolls), sleeping with men who looked like they lived under a carpet, punk poetry, anorexia, bedsit misery, waitressing and not really having a clue about anything, to being the first woman to win the Perrier Award, becoming a mother, author, grumpy old woman, podcaster and nana! Still gigging to sell-out crowds forty years later, Jenny invites you to look back at what she can remember before she forgets everything. Warning: punk poetry, animal impressions and baritone nursery rhyme singing may feature.

Larry's been spending a lot of time with his granny lately. He wants to tell you about it. Join the thrice Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated, two-time star of Live At The Apollo for a hilarious new show about identity, heroes and the benefits of being a dafty. As seen on Mock The Week, House Of Games, Fandan (Channel 4 Comedy Special) and Michael McIntyre's Big Show. "Twinklingly charismatic the gag rate is ridiculously " ★★★★★ Telegraph A superb piece of stand-up at the top of his game ★★★★★ Independent An innately gifted and multifaceted performer Chortle It's the kind of magnetic set that might restore your faith in the art form Fest Mag

Help Nick find his beloved bobble hat in this fun filled musical hour with all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more. Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years, he performs with his guitar and stunning animations to sell-out crowds all over the country. His fanatical following of little and not so little fans has grown immeasurably over the last couple of years due to the phenomenal success of the CBeebies show ‘Nick Cope’s Popcast’, now in its third series.  Nick has a magical way of reaching into people’s hearts, igniting children’s imagination in an organic, unpatronizing, educational and fun way. With his charming songs and humour Nick engages, entertains, and enthrals all generations.   Nick’s live performances are legendary. If you haven’t heard his songs or seen his shows before, come along and find out what you’ve been missing.

Discover vibrant street art by international artists. Visit iconic pubs in the Cathedral and Belfast Entries areas for live music. Enjoy a leisurely stroll and soak up Belfast's rich music and street art history. Helpful Local Guide Cathedral Quarter The Belfast Entries Fibber Magees. Service animals are welcome. Public transportation options can be found in close proximity. This experience is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health. It is suitable for participants of all physical fitness levels. Experience supplied by belfastology walking tours All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs.

George Murphy and The Rising Sons are back!  After a hugely successful year for George and The Sons which saw them release their first studio album and fill some of the biggest auditoriums all over the country we are delighted to announce that they will be back for a nationwide tour in 2025. Described as the perfect blend of Trad, Folk and Rock N Roll George and his 7 piece band of Sons promise a night not to be missed filled with new songs from their album and revamped old classics suitable for all generations... 

With her passion for compassion and flair for giving care, the bust a gut funny (Graham Norton) Myra DuBois calls out to the disadvantaged, downtrodden and tyrannised of the world with her manifesto for mental health: Ad Myrism! But are you ready to receive the call?

From Anne Gildea, the woman who taught you How to Get The Menopause and Enjoy It, comes a brand new show: Further Adventures in WOMANING. And what an hilarious adventure it’s going to be! Join us as Anne explores the world of the feminine, the mammy, the twerky dancer: From 18-hour girdles and Housewives of The Year, to ripped influencer grannies pumping iron on Insta, from the Sunday drive to the spa break, from Angel Delight to Ozempic and back to the chiffon scarf test, Anne weaves a pant-wetting path through a changing half century of womany stuff -  And that’s just the tip of the Anneburg! Praise for How to Get The Menopause and Enjoy It “Hilarious …utterly punk.” Irish Independent

A hilarious high-energy musical whodunit, Murder For Two is a madcap murder mystery with a twist. Two actors play thirteen characters… and the piano. They put the LAUGHTER into MANSLAUGHTER! A loving homage to the canon of murder mystery plays, Murder For Two is a hysterical blend of music, mayhem and murder. When famous novelist Arthur Whitney is found dead at his birthday party, it’s time to call in the detectives. The only problem is, they’re out of town. Enter Officer Marcus Moscowicz, a neighbourhood cop who dreams of climbing the ranks. With the clock ticking, it’s up to Marcus to prove his super sleuthing skills and solve the crime before the real detective arrives. From the same team who brought you Cabaret, Spelling Bee and Sweet Charity, this award-winning Broadway show is gloriously silly, devilishly clever and fantastically funny. You won’t want to miss this killer musical comedy!

After their sell-out shows in Theatre at the Mill & Titanic Belfast, Bello Duo are back for an evening of spectacular music featuring songs from the shows, classical crossover hits, and some of the worlds greatest love songs. After hitting No.1 in South Africa, No.4 in the UK vocal charts, being a finalist on the TV Talent show ‘The Big Deal’, and sailing around the world performing on cruise ships you are guaranteed to be blown away by this sensational duo. Throughout the show, you will discover how Bello Duo went from singing on the doorstep to having Boy George and the entire audience in the 3 Arena on their feet. Taking inspiration from, Andrea Bocelli, Bublé, and some of the world's greatest musicals this is not a show you want to miss!

Join West End and Broadway star Kerry Ellis for an intimate evening of songs and stories from her career highlights! Fresh from her seasonal run as Cruella DeVille in 101 Dalmations in Brighton, Kerry Ellis has fast become recognised as the leading lady of West End musicals from her starring roles in London and on Broadway. She has also achieved chart-topping success as a recording artist signed to Universal Decca with her debut album Anthems. Kerry originated the role of Meat, in Queen’s We Will Rock You and was the first British Elphaba in the West End smash, Wicked, for which Kerry won the 2008 whatsonstage.com Award for ‘Best Takeover in a Role’. She then immediately transferred to Broadway and played Elphaba at the Gershwin Theater for 6 months, where she won the broadway.com Audience Award for Favourite Female Breakthrough Performance, before returning to London for 6 months in 2009. Her many other leading role credits include Nancy in Oliver! at Drury lane, Eliza Doolittle My Fair Lady, Ellen in Miss Saigon and Fantine in Les Miserables. Kerry’s first major CD release was the amazing Wicked in Rock, a collaboration with long time friend and Queen guitarist, Brian May. This led to her being signed to Universal as a solo recording artist and her debut album Anthems was released in 2010 on Decca Records. The success of the album, which reached No.15 in the UK album chart, and No.10 in the UK pop club charts (for Defying Gravity), led to a major tour Anthems: The Concert throughout 2011, which kicked off at the Royal Albert Hall. She has performed internationally promoting the album, including performances at the Royal Variety Performance, at the Laurence Olivier Awards, duetting with Barry Manilow on BBC Television and Radio, at G.A.Y., on Loose Women, Alan Titchmarsh Show, BBC Breakfast, at the Henley Festival alongside John Barrowman, the Queen’s Jubilee Concert at Buckingham Palace, continuing to a run of An Audience With Kerry Ellis at the Shaw Theatre.

To mark five years since the first lockdown, hapless freedom fighters, the Dundonald Liberation Army, are back with their sell-out, smash-hit comedy Lockdown DLA! Written by local comedian Stephen Large and based on the huge success of his satirical social media page, Dundonald Liberation Army, this hilarious play tells the story of reputed DLA boss, Davy "The Venezuelan" Taylor and his right-hand man John "Horse" McCracken, being forced to isolate together in their high-rise flat. From panic buying toilet rolls and baking banana bread to leaving the house for essential items (Buckfast is essential, right?), the play follows the duo as they navigate their way through those unprecedented times. Will they break out of their bubble in time to attend a birth in the Ulster Hospital and make it to a beach wedding in Thailand? Come along and find out!

Grab your poodle skirts and leather jackets and get ready to head on down to Rydell High! Join the senior class of 1959 for a rock and roll, romance-filled ruckus of a story. Meet new girl Sandy Dombrowski as she tries to reignite her summer romance with the womanizing Danny Zucko. Follow the gum-chewing, hip-swinging “Pink ladies” and the super slick “Burger Palace Boys” as they sing and dance their way through the final year of high school. ‘Grease’ is a global hit of a musical, with iconic songs like “Summer Nights”, “Hopelessly Devoted To You” and “Greased Lightening”. If you like big-swinging dances and rip-roaring musical numbers, then you’ll love this production… it’s electrifyin’!

After selling out their Belfast Oh Yeah Centre Show in less than an hour, as well as selling out London & Manchester dates on their current tour, the sensational rising stars Absnt Mind announce another Belfast Show at The MAC on Friday 13 June 2025. Absnt Mind say "The fans in Northern Ireland have taken us to their hearts and we love them! We want to keep performing to them so we are stoked to announce our next date in Belfast before any other live dates are announced! We can't wait to be with you June 13 at The MAC. It's gonna be sickkkk!" This exciting news follows the release of their latest single, 'Special' and with it much support from Northern Irish media and fans. With its infectious energy and bold sound, 'Special" has solidified Absnt Mind as one of the UK's hottest emerging acts and a true 'one to watch.' Get ready for an unforgettable year ahead- Absnt Mind's meteoric rise is only just beginning!

Irish Twins Sarah and Jamie are about to hit 30. But before they do, they're reliving their greatest hits; ‘Credit crunch’, ‘Austerity’ and ‘Free School Meals’… Benefits Britain never sounded so good!  And in 2023 everything’s going wrong again, the bills keep going up and the opportunities keep going down. Sarah and Jamie aren’t two kids in one bedroom anymore, the future is uncertain and there’s only so long you can hang on to the past.  A euphoric, working-class celebration of the power of live music, teenage angst, sibling rivalry and love in this electric and hilarious, coming-of-age anthem for anyone who ever wanted more.  Winner of the Solas Nua Award at the Dublin Fringe Festival 2024.

For anyone who’s ever been young and dreamed of going to a festival and finding Nirvana… Lisdoon Nirvana is a dramatic monologue with live music, written and performed by Frankie McCafferty and directed by Charlie Bonner. Based on the last music festival at Lisdoonvarna in July 1983, the piece follows one young guy, Macker, and his friends making the Odyssean trip from Donegal to Clare. Travelling on the pillion of his friend’s two-stroke motorbike, they encounter 80s Ireland and young people from all over making the same pilgrimage. Laden with camping gear and cheap alcohol smuggled across the border, wearing a converted Garda riot control helmet stuffed with bin bags, and a pair of swimming goggles, our hero undergoes a rite of passage as he ventures out into the big bad beautiful world. Through his eyes we see the Folk and Rock glory of the Irish Glastonbury – and a country in transition, with a backdrop of recession, church oppression, emigration and Troubles. But right now Macker’s 17. There’s Smithwick’s in the rucksack. And rumour has it that the girls from the North are bringing hash and condoms. So that’s alright Mama…

Richard's first new stand up show in 6 years, about the momentous year where his bollock started feeling a bit weird and what that led to. In 2021 Richard Herring went to his GP to find out why his right ball seemed to be growing bigger. It turned out that he had testicular cancer and one month later he was lying in hospital waiting to have his murderous gonad removed. Would he survive? (No spoilers!). For a comedian who had done a whole show on male genitalia (Talking Cock) and written a book about toxic masculinity (The Problem With Men) this felt like some cruel trick of fate. With extra dates added in 2025 for his much-anticipated return to stand-up after six years, Richard talks bollocks and answers the question on everyone’s lips: Is a severed gonad in a jar a fitting prize to bring in for Taskmaster?

Angela Barnes (Mock The Week, Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and former chair of BBC Radio 4's The News Quiz) has good intentions but trying to live your best life, as it turns out, is really bloody hard.

Calling all devilled eggs - the infernal aunties are on the road! Join comedians Daniel Foxx & Dane Buckley as they manifest in an establishment near you for a LIVE edition of their hit podcast, ‘Welcome to Hell’. Expect hot takes, outrageous gossip, and audience sins judged in real time. Grab your besties, grab a cocktail, and settle in for a night of camp mayhem.

Our Express Yourself Live Tour provides a whirlwind of opportunities to influence and inspire the next generation of dancers. From mesmerising competitive performances in every style, pumping industry experience live challenges, incredible awards, an exhilarating crowd, this is an explosive day of dance and entertainment that will set your heart racing!

Honey, you've got a big storm coming. For your safety, please follow this pair of prancing poofs to SHAME SHOW, a sketchy comedy of catastrophic proportions from SkelpieLimmer, the creators of Scaredy Fat and Two Fingers Up. Adam and Stevie are stuck inside. Storm Seamus is about to strike. The rural fixer-upper they've inherited can't hack it - and neither can their relationship. But through the static of Aunt Mary's old TV comes an offer of salvation asking: Have you been mis-sold big gay shame? Wouldn't it all be better in a different, sunnier, more progressive place? Will Northern Ireland ever progress if all the progressives leave? Is there really no place like home? Channel-hopping their way through programmes of poofy-past, the couple confront home, happiness and heteronormativity as they battle the storm and each other's beliefs. A worthy First Fortnight Award winner at Dublin Fringe 2024, Colm McCready & Fergus Wachala-Kelly’s hugely entertaining and poignant SHAME SHOW disempowers the negativity that shaped us and the fear we've been force-fed, shaking off the shackles of shame for the climb ahead. Developed at MAKE, HATCH at The MAC Belfast, and Incubate at Tinderbox Theatre Company.

We are delighted to invite you to Queer Set-dancing facilitated by Alexa Moore in partnership with the MAC and The Rainbow Project.. Come along to our Queer Set Dancing on Thursday evenings (check the dates) from 6:30-8:30pm. This class is specifically beginner-friendly and there's no expectation of any prior dancing experience. The class is run by a queer woman. We aim to create a welcoming and friendly environment for LGBTQIA+ people. and allies to learn set dancing, have some fun and meet new people. Alexa Moore is a human rights activist and set-dancer from Newry. She began set dancing in 2013 and is passionate about keeping the dance alive by expanding it to new people and communities. In her day job, she works on human rights issues relating to Brexit, the Protocol, and other issues in NI.

Pro Football Ireland, along with Neil Reynolds is delighted to welcome former NFL quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick to Belfast, as part of “The Fitzmagic Tour” across the island of Ireland. In a crucial year for American Football in Ireland, hear from Ryan on his NFL career, with stories, activities and a giveaway (or two) during the evening. Neil Reynolds from Sky Sports will also be in attendance on the evening, with Pro Football Ireland’s Michael McQuaid chairing the discussion. Meet & Greets available - limited! Please note: Pro Football Ireland is not affiliated with the NFL (National Football League)

In December 2017, artist and filmmaker Steve McQueen (b. 1969, London, UK) made an artwork in response to the fire that took place earlier that year on 14 June at Grenfell Tower, North Kensington, West London. 72 people died in the tragedy. Filming the tower before it was covered with hoarding, McQueen sought to make a record.

Aisling O’Beirn’s exhibition We Lose Sight of the Night is the first in a series of exhibitions which address climate and environmental change. O’Beirn (born in Galway) is a Belfast based artist, her practice explores the relationship between art and science and manifests variously as sculpture, installation, animation and site-specific projects.

Manchán Magan bakes sourdough bread for 75 minutes while offering insights into the wonders of the Irish language – exploring potent words of landscape, terms of intuition and insight, and the many phrases that bring to life the mysterious glory of our natural world. The show is a celebration of language, land and local Irish food, with freshly-baked bread for the audience to spread with butter they churn themselves. (Knowledge of Irish is not required.)

Written by the composer of "Wicked" Stephen Swhartz, "Pippin" tells the story of a young prince trying to be extraordinary in an ordinary world.   This updated circus inspired version of Pippin will be a truly ensemble piece directed by BSPA'S Artistic Director Peter Corry MBE, who will no doubt put his own unique spin on this fantastical fable.   Pippin seeks fulfilment in the glories of the battlefield and the intrigues of political power.   He encounters guidance and manipulation along the way from a group of travelling players.    However maybe in the end he may find that happiness lies not in extraordinary endeavours, but rather in the unextraordinary moments that happen in our everyday lives.   With a stunning score by Swhartz and Bob Fosse inspired choreography this is a fantastic opportunity to see one of the true hidden gems of musical theatre.

Big Axe. Big Muscles. Big Existential Horror. A real man. A Bro's Bro. A macho & Cool man who chops wood. Because chopping wood is what real men do. The world is burning, the birds are gone, and the only solution? More chopping. But no matter how much wood is split, it’s never enough. The brain won’t shut up. The cracks start to show. And if the chopping stops... then what? CHOP is a violently stupid and stupidly violent deep dive into fragile egos, environmental collapse, and the absurdity of existence. Expect big laughs, real danger, and at least one existential crisis (probably yours).

Join as we tap into the science behind psychopaths. From society to psychology, you'll learn what truly makes a psychopath. Followed by Q+A. Psychopathy is a complex and often misunderstood psychological disorder that has long fascinated researchers and the public alike. The term psychopath is used widely in society and has spawned a plethora of movies, series, and documentaries. But do you know what it really means? In this talk, we will explore the developmental and wider societal factors that contribute to psychopathy. You will learn the difference between a psychopath and those with psychopathic traits. Dr Kostas Papageorgiou will also highlight some of the common outcomes of psychopathy and even some potential advantages of the condition. We will also consider why psychopathy is potentially on the rise in modern societies, despite the condition appearing as socially toxic. Can fostering understanding as opposed to demonising psychopathy help society become more diverse and inclusive? Dr Kostas Papageorgiou is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology at Queen’s University Belfast and Director of the MSc in Applied Developmental Psychology. His current research interests include the study of the Dark Tetrad (Psychopathy, Narcissism, Machiavellianism and Sadism), exploring its structure and the developmental factors that contribute to variation, and its outcomes such as resilience and performance. Kostas holds a PhD in Psychology specialising in Developmental Neuroscience and Genetics from Birkbeck and a MSc degree in Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience from Goldsmiths. He lectures as an Associate Professor and a Visiting Professor worldwide. BBC World Service, CNN, Times, and Forbes frequently cover his research. Kostas publishes his work in peer-reviewed academic journals and serves as Associate Editor of Special Issues and Associate Editor in the journals Personality and Individual Differences and Acta Psychologica.

Discover the mechanisms of trauma transmission and the impact of inherited experiences, from families to entire communities. With Q&A. Experiences shape you, even ones that aren’t your own: they can also be inherited from your family. It is possible that your experiences of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and many other psychological conditions can be traced back to traumas embedded in your family tree. Join us in uncovering how a distant familial trauma can imprint on you today in this enlightening talk with Dr Jane Mulcahy. Explore the transmission of trauma through generations, from brain development to attachment formation during childhood. We will also consider how these mechanisms intersect with adverse childhood and community experiences, alongside the impact of large-scale historical, racial and cultural traumas. Obtain valuable insights into your family history, and begin to understand the profound ways that your family’s past is moulding your current psychological landscape. Take the first steps in healing intergenerational trauma through compassionate self-understanding, and gain practical tips in navigating the complexities of your past. Jane Mulcahy PhD is researcher and activist, with extensive research experience on prison, Probation, law, human rights and trauma. She has worked as a researcher in the area of criminal justice, penal policy and social justice since 2005 and is currently a Research Fellow with the Research Evidence into the Policy, Programmes and Practice (REPPP) team at the University of Limerick. Jane has also spoken before the UN Committee against Torture on human rights issues in prison, the Justice Sub-Committee on Penal Reform on proposed bail reform, at the Fair

Join our fun our circuit board stitch children’s embroidery workshop where young artists will learn to create beautiful designs using recycled materials! In this hands-on session, kids will explore the art of embroidery while turning everyday items like fabric scraps, old beads, and discarded threads into colourful creative one-off pieces. Not only will they develop their fine motor skills and creativity, but they’ll also learn the importance of sustainability and the joy of repurposing materials. This workshop encourages both imagination and environmental awareness in a fun, interactive setting. Come stitch, recycle, and create with us!

Join our artist Jason Parkes on national Drawing day to explore all the fun ways you can draw – without drawing!! Jason is an expert in storytelling and having fun. Jason will lead you through all the different ways of mark-making – not only with pencils and your hands but with your body and all sort of crazy and interesting materials. This will be a colourful and interactive session were every gets to be an artist no matter how well they can draw or not!

A snow-swirling, frost-twinkling Christmas adventure for the whole family! In a hidden town, where the frost glows and the snow sings, a great translucent bell—the legendary Frozen Bell — rings just once a year on the Winter Solstice. But when it tolls more than once, it signals a warning: winter’s magic is in danger! The mischievous and brave Jack Frost, must join forces with a team of extraordinary friends to protect the season from the forces of darkness. Alongside his enchanted friends—his loyal guardian Saint Nicholas, Jon the talking snowman, Hoot the owl, and Neve the snow angel, Jack embarks on a thrilling quest. Their enemies? The fearsome Krampus, a creature of nightmares, and the icy sorceress, who seeks to trap the world in endless frost. As snowstorms swirl and magic crackles in the air, Jack and his friends must use all their courage, cleverness, and heart to save winter—and discover the true power of love and hope along the way. Full of adventure, laughter, and breathtaking festive wonder, Jack Frost is the perfect Christmas show for ages 5+. Wrap up warm and join us for an unforgettable winter’s tale—don’t miss the magic!

Quire Belfast LGBTQ+ Singers formed in April 2005 as an initiative of the Rainbow Project. Around 15 people came to the first meeting – many of whom still sing with Quire who we’ll hear from on the night along with our massive repertoire of crowd pleasers and queer anthems! Let us entertain you for one night only as we celebrate two decades of Quire!

Holding Space is a networking event looking at the arts, displacement and mental health presented by Counterpoints Arts and the MAC Belfast For this free in-person gathering, we will hold space for artists, refugees, activists, organisers, health & wellbeing workers, creatives and migrant justice workers to come together to consider the role of art and creativity and its impact on the mental health and wellbeing of refugees and asylum seekers. The day will be structured around guest speakers and small group discussions, offering an opportunity to reflect on what good practice looks like and to discuss some of the opportunities and challenges that may be faced when developing creative projects by and with newly arrived communities with a focus on addressing mental health needs. We will also consider the mental support required by creative practitioners in these contexts and the wider systemic issues that impact negatively on mental health. The event will close with a community supper. This event is produced by Counterpoints Arts in collaboration with the MAC About Counterpoints Arts Counterpoints Arts is a leading organisation in the field of arts, migration and cultural change. We support the arts by and about refugees and migrants and we produce a range of programmes in the UK and internationally, including Refugee Week, PopChange and Platforma festival. Our work takes place at the intersection of climate, racial justice, mental health and displacement. Central to our mission is our belief that art is much more than an aesthetic experience; that it can open spaces for people to talk across differences, inspire community participation and foster a more compassionate society. Our new strand of work on mental health builds on the findings of a report we published last year, titled Creatively Minded and Refugees, commissioned by The Baring Foundation as part of their ‘Creatively Minded’ series.  Given the challenging and complex realities many artists and communities in our network have had to navigate, mental health has normally been implicit in our projects; from being forced to leave one’s homeland and losing one’s community to navigating a convoluted asylum system and being welcomed by a ‘hostile environment’, these factors can inevitably have compounding, and often harmful effects on anyone’s mental health and wellbeing. Over the course of the next two years, we plan to put the conversation of mental health at the heart of our activity and programming.

Cats in Top Hats featuring: Vittorio Angelone, Deirdre O’Kane, Peter Rethinasamy, Christopher Macarthur-boyd, William Thompson  Ireland’s longest running and best-loved comedy festival, The Cat Laughs is coming to the MAC for the very first time 23 - 25 May 2025!   With a fantastic line-up of stand-up comics, Ireland’s longest running and best-loved comedy festival, The Cat Laughs is coming to Belfast for the very first time!   Belfast’s reputation as a comedy city has exploded over the last decade, with a new wave of local comics selling out huge venues, alongside a new & endless stream of international A list comics visiting the city, and hundreds of thousands of fans attending shows across the city each year.   “The best little Comedy Festival in the world” – The Guardian

CRAZY CATS Featuring: Fred Cooke, Shane Clifford, John Meagher, Dan Tiernan, Alana Jackson, Stephen Mullan With a fantastic line-up of stand-up comics, Ireland’s longest running and best-loved comedy festival, The Cat Laughs is coming to Belfast for the very first time!   Belfast’s reputation as a comedy city has exploded over the last decade, with a new wave of local comics selling out huge venues, alongside a new & endless stream of international A list comics visiting the city, and hundreds of thousands of fans attending shows across the city each year.   “The best little Comedy Festival in the world” – The Guardian

Feline Funny featuring Colin Murphy, David O’Doherty, Rich Hall, Chris Kent, Deirdre O’Kane With a fantastic line-up of stand-up comics, Ireland’s longest running and best-loved comedy festival, The Cat Laughs is coming to Belfast for the very first time!   Belfast’s reputation as a comedy city has exploded over the last decade, with a new wave of local comics selling out huge venues, alongside a new & endless stream of international A list comics visiting the city, and hundreds of thousands of fans attending shows across the city each year. “The best little Comedy Festival in the world” – The Guardian

POSH PAWS featuring: Vittorio Angelone, Ray Bradshaw, Kyla Cobbler, Laura Smyth, Mark McCarney With a fantastic line-up of stand-up comics, Ireland’s longest running and best-loved comedy festival, The Cat Laughs is coming to Belfast for the very first time!   Belfast’s reputation as a comedy city has exploded over the last decade, with a new wave of local comics selling out huge venues, alongside a new & endless stream of international A list comics visiting the city, and hundreds of thousands of fans attending shows across the city each year.   “The best little Comedy Festival in the world” – The Guardian

Top Cats  Featuring: Colin Geddis, Emma Doran, David O’Doherty, Gearoid Farrelly, Neil Delamere With a fantastic line-up of stand-up comics, Ireland’s longest running and best-loved comedy festival, The Cat Laughs is coming to Belfast for the very first time! Belfast’s reputation as a comedy city has exploded over the last decade, with a new wave of local comics selling out huge venues, alongside a new & endless stream of international A list comics visiting the city, and hundreds of thousands of fans attending shows across the city each year. “The best little Comedy Festival in the world” – The Guardian

Sinéad Culbert: I’m No Wonder Woman In her brand new stand up show, one half of comedy duo DirtBirds, Sinéad Culbert explores the extreme dangers of growing up in the 80’s, the pitfalls of parenting, the myths about marriage and the genuine joy of not giving a shit!

Exciting news for dance enthusiasts! This captivating production will feature a dynamic mix of professional artists and talented young dancе artists from across North & South of Ireland. With innovative choreography, high-end production values, exhilarating performances, and emotions that will keep your heart racing, 'RESILIENCE' promises to be a show like no other. More than just entertainment, this production aims to shed light on mental health issues and inspire the audience, especially the younger generation, to overcome challenges and pursue their dreams. Prepare to be uplifted and inspired by this powerful and thought-provoking show!

Following her recent sold out ‘Symphony for the Moons’ shows at Dublin’s National Concert Hall with the National Symphony Orchestra and London’s Barbican with the Britten Sinfonia, Lisa O’Neill performs two very special shows at the MAC. It’s been a remarkable few years for the Cavan songwriter. Her last album All of This Is Chance ranked highly on many 2023 Albums of The Year lists. Amongst the wealth of praise, BBC 6 Music’s Gideon Coe picked it as his Album Of The Year, Bob Boilen at NPR deemed it his No.3 Album of The Year and it was Mojo’s No.3 Folk Album. A raconteur in the truest sense of the word, O’Neill is a five-time BBC Folk Award nominee and her album Heard a Long Gone Song was The Guardian’s 2019 Folk Album of the Year.   Lisa has recently released a single which features vocals from Libertines, Peter Doherty - Homeless In The Thousands (Dublin in the Digital Age) - a song she felt compelled to write in response to the growing homelessness crisis in Dublin.