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New Dundonald Liberation Army comedy show to raise money and awareness for suicide charity PIPS
Things to do Belfast
Playwright Stephen G. Large remembers three young men who lost their lives in recent years
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The Beauty Queen of Leenane review: Show will have you feeling a rollercoaster of emotions
Lyric Theatre
Martin McDonagh's dark comedy brings to life the realities of mental illness
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Dark comedy play by the director of The Banshees of Inisherin performing at the Lyric Theatre this month
Lyric Theatre
Winner of four Tony Awards and nominated for an Olivier Award, the play conjures up the unbearable tension and loneliness of an isolated existence
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Good Vibrations review: Belfast's punk spirit shines bright as Hooley story revived
Grand Opera House
The Lyric production was a huge hit in 2018 and now it's back for a two week run at the Grand Opera House before heading to New York
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Jacket worn by Liam Neeson in his theatre days to go under the hammer for charity
Liam Neeson
The Ballymena actor signed both the poster and original programme which made the journey to New York to also be auctioned off
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Mojo Micky Bo: Local theatre company taking acclaimed Belfast play on tour across Northern Ireland
Things to do Belfast
The show is brought to life by two local actors who seamlessly slip in and out of multiple roles
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Six the Musical review: Girl power reigns as powerful Queens take no nonsense to reclaim narrative
Things to do Belfast
You'll be left on a high and singing the songs for weeks, it's a must-see show
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Talented performers wanted for production of Matilda The Musical in Belfast
South Belfast
The rehearsals will take place for 10 days before hitting the stage in July
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Spooky comedy musical is creeping it’s way on to Co Antrim stage
Theatre At The Mill
"A rockin' good show with many killer songs to die for"
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Dundonald Liberation Army 'standing for election' in new play Vote DLA
Grand Opera House
Hapless freedom fighters Davy and Horse are back for one final saga on the Grand Opera House stage
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Review: Agreement brings to the forefront the fragility of our hard fought peace
Good Friday Agreement
McCafferty has taken a subject which could have been incredibly grey and littered it with humour which would delight both political anoraks and those who avoid the topic alike
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Hunchback of Notre Dame: Stage adaptation of Disney classic coming to Grand Opera House
Grand Opera House
"Not only are the songs incredible to perform, but it will absolutely change how you view your friends, family and everyone else in society, for the better"
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Co Tyrone Marvel actor Fra Fee set to host unique night of stories and songs at Lyric Theatre
Lyric Theatre
It is part of a special fundraising event to mark 70 years of the Belfast theatre
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Story of Northern Irish housing crisis to be told in powerful production led by young people
West Belfast
Through song and emotive lyrics performed as well as some satire, the new opera aims to provoke a conversation about how elected representatives are making decisions regarding public resources
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NI actor on writing new play to inspire more LGBTQIA+ representation in the industry
Theatre
'A Filthy Dirty Rumour' will be performed from May 17-20 during LGBTQIA+ Awareness Week
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Talented young performers wanted for NI production of Frozen
Family
The production is open to performers aged between 7 and 18 years of age
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Girl from the North Country: Belfast actor on returning home to perform at Grand Opera House for first time
West Belfast
The Andersonstown man has featured in shows such as Peaky Blinders, Emmerdale and Hope Street
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Fermanagh actor on importance of local theatre groups ahead of Ardhowen performance
Co Fermanagh
The show takes place at the Ardhowen Theatre between 16, 17, and 18 of February
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Review: The History of The Troubles according to my Da is dark NI humour at its best
Grand Opera House
"Undoubtedly, we could have been given just another potted history like what we were all taught in school but you’ll never find this play on any history GCSE syllabus."
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Why Nadine Coyle missed Cheryl's West End stage debut
Nadine Coyle
"She really doesn’t like anything scary.”
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Powerful play set in Belfast to explore themes of modern slavery and human trafficking
Lyric Theatre
The production unveils the alarming rates of human trafficking and domestic servitude reported in Northern Ireland
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Liam Neeson congratulates Belfast theatre after winning top UK stage award
Lyric Theatre
"I, personally couldn’t be more proud of you all!"
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Lyric Belfast wins 'Theatre of the Year' at prestigious national stage awards
Lyric Theatre
"This is for every single person off and on stage, our staff, our artists, our audiences, our supporters"
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NI Youth theatre group secure rights to perform one of world's most famous musicals in Belfast
The MAC
It will be directed by Peter Corry who performed one of the musical's main roles on the West End stage
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Shoppers have discovered a way to get the cosy piece for cheaper
We were spoilt for choice at popular NI restaurant's new location
Cookstown
The Rusty Keg has relocated recently and the food certainly lived up to its beautiful new surroundings
Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination
Ballymena
Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year
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The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.
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"I'm in love with this rug. The soft, neutral colours go perfectly in our living room and make it feel so warm and cosy."
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Marks & Spencer shoppers can bag 'warm and fluffy' cardigan for under £13
The Teddy Borg Wrap Lounge Cardigan is available in two autumnal colours including dark raspberry and ivory
Fairhill Centre's £10m transformation hoping to restore town status as shopping destination
Ballymena
Northern Ireland's newest Primark store is preparing to open in the shopping centre by the end of the year
Meet the NI powerhouse couple behind a decade of hugely successful whiskey
Food And Drink
The couple are perhaps best known for their award winning gin, but the whiskey side of the business has been quietly maturing – much like the liquid gold in their casks.
Belfast Oktoberfest social photos as pals toast to the start of the weekend
Things to do Belfast
Our photographer Justin Kernoghan was on hand to catch all the fun at Oktoberfest on Thursday night as pals started the weekend celebrations a little early
'I used to work at Boots and these are the best beauty deals ahead of Black Friday'
Boots
Boots has yet to confirm when its Black Friday deals will launch, but there are already plenty of ways to save on Christmas gifts, beauty products and more
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Grieving family raise thousands in memory of four-year-old son who died in tragic holiday accident
Edward Massey passed away hours after arriving for a holiday on the Spanish island of Tenerife
Outrage as guests arrive at North Coast hotel for bookings only to find it closed
North Coast
A number of people had to find elsewhere to stay after expecting to stay the night at Me & Mrs Jones hotel in Portstewart
Glengormley family-run chippy on 28 years of creating a 'home from home'
Glengormley
The popular spot has changed over the years, but has always kept its rustic charm
Six cases heard before NI courts this week
Courts
Two Belfast men who stole a scooter from a doctor in an early morning hijacking were handed 30-month sentences
Investigation after dual language sign cut with angle grinder in East Belfast
East Belfast
The sign at Shandon Park was removed on Saturday evening
Crime
Investigation after multiple cars damaged with 'Halloween hair-dye' in Dundonald
The incident took place some time between Friday evening and Saturday morning
Northern Ireland can follow Slovakia's lead says Bailey Peacock-Farrell
Northern Ireland football team
Northern Ireland goalkeeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell eyeing a big night against Germany at Windsor Park
Shea Charles relishing 'one of the biggest nights' of his Northern Ireland career
Northern Ireland football team
The Southampton midfielder can't wait to get another crack at Germany
43-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of murder after two children found dead at home
Crime
Police were called to a home in Stafford at around 7.30am on Sunday morning by the West Midlands Ambulance Service. Two children were sadly pronounced dead at the scene
Man to appear in court charged with sexual communication with a child
Courts
It comes after a man was arrested in Strabane on Saturday, October 11