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With an exciting range of unique thought-provoking programs, there’s so much to see, do, and experience.
Dancehall | 15 October | 7.45pm | 14+
A decade after its original creation, Emma Martin and Andrew Hamilton’s celebratory Dancehall returns- bolder and more alive than ever, reimagined for Luail’s company of dancers.
The Upside Down House | 22 October - 2 November | 2.30pm & 7.30pm | Age: 16+
A first love story, one last time.
Heartfelt, hilarious, and wildly imaginative, The Upside-Down House is a time-bending story of love, memory, and learning to letting go.
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.
Lisa O'Neill | 29 - 30 October | 7.30pm | Age: 14+
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.
HOOLA | 4 November | 7pm | Age: 14+
Forged in the industrial heart of Daegu, Korea, HOOLA transform the discarded into the divine.
With instruments crafted from PVC pipes, paint cans, and shampoo bottles, this electrifying collective reimagines opera arias and EDM anthems through the pulse of upcycled sound.
John Banville | 8 November | 2.30pm | Age: 12+
Step into the ghostly splendour of fin-de-siècle Venice with Booker Prize-winner John Banville as he discusses his beguiling new novel, Venetian Vespers with critic and writer Alex Clark.
Elaine Feeney and Ali Watkins join Alex Clark to discuss two powerful new books exploring Irish identity, legacy and the enduring shadow of the Troubles.
The Rest of our Lives | 8 November | 7.45pm | Age: 14+
Join Jo and George for a joyful evening of dance, circus and games.
The struggle is real. We’re only at the beginning of the end. But we’re all still here.
To find out more about the Belfast International Arts Festival visit their website:Belfast International Arts Festival 2025
