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With Michael Keeney & Arco String Quartet. Special Guest Áine Gordon.
Internationally recognised composer, producer and immersive artist Rory Friers plays a very special hometown performance to mark the launch of his debut solo release HOME.
Best known for his emotionally resonant film scores, immersive sound installations, and his award-winning work as guitarist and songwriter in experimental rock band And So I Watch You From Afar, Friers blends intricate strings, warm electronica and expressive guitar into deeply emotional musical experiences.
This one-off concert features frequent collaborators: pianist Michael Keeney, Arco String Quartet, and others from his core ensemble, performing new music from Home and selections from his back catalogue and film work.
Friers’ sold out performances — including Altogether All Alone at W5, Dolby Atmos concert All Around Us at SARC, and spatial concert series at Mussenden Temple — have earned widespread acclaim for their powerful blend of intimacy and innovation. In 2024, his practice expanded further with installation projects in Australia and the Middle East, orchestral premieres closer to home alongside the Ulster Orchestra and new collaborations at the forefront of AI, VR, and spatial sound.
A chance to hear new music and past work brought to life in one of Belfast’s most intimate venues.
Early booking is strongly recommended.
Programmed as part of Belfast International Arts Festival 2025.

How Our Prices Work
How Our Prices Work
The MAC is a charity dedicated to creativity, culture, and connection - every £1 we make goes directly into supporting our transformative arts and community programmes. Therefore a booking fee of £1 per ticket* will apply to all bookings made through our website and over the phone.
*There is no booking fee charge for bookings made in person, free events, school groups, community groups, personal assistant tickets, children’s tickets and 16=24 member tickets.
Dates & Times
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Sat 25 Oct 2025 | 7:30pm | £20.00 | Book Now |
Accessibility
Accessible Seats
Wheelchair Accessible Seats
We have 6 dedicated wheelchair seats in our Downstairs Theatre – two on the balcony and four on the ground floor (please see seats listed below). These seats are locked off sale on our website so that we can keep them available for wheelchair users. To book a wheelchair accessible seat please call our box office team at 028 9023 5053.
Wheelchair Accessible Seats:
Stalls
- Row A1-2 and A18-19 (accessible via ground floor)
- Row L1-2 and L18-19 (accessible via floor 1 via lift)
Balcony
- Row P22-23 and 20-21 (accessible via floor 2 via lift)
Seats with no steps
If you have any issues with steps, we have a number of seats available with no steps to access.
Rows with no steps:
- Row A in the Stalls (accessible via ground floor)
- Row L in the Stalls (accessible via floor 1 via lift)
- Row P in the Balcony (accessible via floor 2 via lift)
Hearing Loop
There is an induction loop in our Downstairs Theatre which is available during all performances. The loop amplifies the sound of the show via customer’s hearing aid or earphones alongside our infrared devices.
- Infrared necklace – compatible with hearing aids switched to channel T.
- Infrared headset – for customers with no hearing aid.
To book an infrared necklace/headset ahead of your visit, please contact our box office at [email protected] or via phone at 028 9023 5053.
Join our Access Register
The MAC has developed an Access Register which aims to help us do all possible to meet your needs when visiting us‚ whatever your needs may be. We welcome you to join our Access Register here.
Carer’s Ticket Policy
If you require a personal assistant or carer, you are entitled to a free carer’s ticket. Please contact our box office at [email protected] or via phone at 028 9023 5053 to book a free carer’s ticket.
More Information…
For more information on accessibility at the MAC please see our website here.
For any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us via email at [email protected] or call us on 028 9023 5053.
Team & Cast
Cast
- Rory Friers
- Michael Keeney
- Arco String Quartet
- Áine Gordon