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Culture
They say after every ceasefire there's a cultural explosion. In the past, Belfast's entertainment scene was dominated by local performers. Nowadays its world-class venues attract big-name stars and continue to develop home-grown talent.
Many NI-born performers have become international names - most notably
Liam Neeson,
Kenneth Branagh and
Van Morrison. Local playwrights
Martin Lynch and
Marie Jones dominate the theatre scene, and the city even attracts the occasional movie shoot.
So, whether it's rising stars or established artists you're after, you should find Belfast's entertainment scene in good shape. For in-depth information on the local arts scene, visit
www.artscouncil-ni.org.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
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Opened in 1997 as part of the major Laganside redevelopment programme, Belfast's newest concert hall and conference centre is a striking architectural
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OMAC closes in Feb 2010 in preparation for its moves in 2011 to £multi-million purpose-built venue The MAC at Custom House Square. For more info
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Known locally as the QFT, NI's premier arthouse cinema has been the home of classic, Irish, foreign, avante garde and cult cinema since 1968. Now boasting
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This grand old complex dates back to 1934 and features a prominent Art Deco-style facade. Its 32acre Showgrounds and various Exhibition Halls
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Catch a show at this striking Victorian theatre and gaze in awe at its opulent gilt moldings, carved plasterwork, angels-and-cherub fresco and
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Now going for over 40 years, the much acclaimed Ulster Orchestra is Northern Ireland's only professional symphony orchestra. The Orchestra's 63
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