Is Belfast Good For Musical Theatre?
Belfast is a city filled with music of all genres and has many fantastic venues to watch musical theatre productions. The Grand Opera House is a Victorian architectural gem, and just a 20-minute walk from The Harrison and has just been completely renovated. The Waterfront Hall has stunning views over Belfast Lough and is renowned for hosting acts from around the world. Here are our top picks for music events in 2023. Be warned, these tickets sell out fast, so be quick to book!
1. The Commitments
Who doesn't love this funny, heartwarming musical full of wit and sensational soul music written by one of Ireland's favourite authors Roddy Doyle? Coming to Grand Opera House 20th to 25th February.
2. Good Vibrations
Returning by popular demand, the staged musical of Belfast godfather of punk, the legend Terri Hooley features music from the undertones, stiff little fingers and other punk bands of the era. See the show from the 9th to the 20th of May at the Grand Opera House Belfast.
3. Girl From The North Country
Hailed by the observer as the No 1 Show of the year and set to the music of Bob Dylan, this double Olivier award-winning, west-end favourite comes to Grand Opera House Belfast from the 14th to the 18th of February.
4. Ulster Orchestra - Worlds of Fantasy
Music from the Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, Halo and The Avengers will have fans enthralled as the orchestra brings these songs to The Waterfront Hall on 25th March.
5. The Barber of Seville
Ulster Touring Opera have produced a version of this opera that appeals to all ages in The MAC on 15th Februsary.
6. Dream Girls
Returning to The Opera House, this popular musical has sold out time and time again. Catch it from the 31st January at The Grand Opera House.
7. Sister Act
Another classic crowd-pleaser returns to The Grand Opera House with Motown favourites and a celebrity cast from the 17th to the 28th of January.
8. Six
We recommend you book early for this highly acclaimed show aptly named after the 6 wives of Henry the Eighth. Get ready for some serious girl power and high-energy music from April 11th to the 15th.
