Metropolitan Arts Centre

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EXTRA DATE ADDED - Wed 4 Feb Kyla Cobbler Not My Lemons This all-new hour of stand-up comedy explores fresh territory - from finding love to the complexities of family life - delivered with Kyla's trademark honesty and unapologetic wit.

Seán Maguire – Ómós A powerful musical tribute to one of Belfast’s great fiddle players, featuring some of the finest traditional musicians around. 29 July | 7:45pm | Ages 12+ | £20.50 | bit.ly/MAC-SM-2025 #TradFest #MACBelfast #SeánMaguire #LiveMusicBelfast

‘Grenfell’ by Steve McQueen will be shown at the MAC from 17 July – 21 September 2025 Find out more about the exhibition: bit.ly/MAC-Grenfell

Our Playroom is open Tuesday–Sunday, 9am–5pm — a bright, welcoming space full of art materials, books, toys, and endless creative possibilities. Perfect for curious little minds. And the best part? It’s completely FREE. No booking needed — just drop in and play! 💫

We Lose Sight of the Night by Aisling O'Beirn🌘 Step into a thought-provoking exploration of how light pollution and overconsumption obscure our night skies, and why the darkness is worth protecting. Until 22 June | Tuesday - Sunday | 11am-5pm

Today marks eight years since the fire at Grenfell Tower, we remember the 72 people who lost their lives and hear the voices of survivors and bereaved. Image credit is  ©Jeremy Selwyn

In We Lose Sight of the Night, Aisling O'Beirn explores our shifting relationship with the night sky. Blending art and science, the exhibition invites us to reflect on what’s quietly fading from view. Full interview link: buff.ly/SOFkfJP Until 22 June | Tues–Sun

TONIGHT 🎨🖌️ Join us for Late Night Art & explore incredible work across the city - including We Lose Sight of the Night, a powerful exhibition by Aisling O’Beirn. Still some spaces remaining for an exclusive gallery tour with Aisling tonight at 7.30pm: buff.ly/bXF9XZM

We Lose Sight of the Night by @aislingobeirn 🌘 Come and explore how light pollution and overconsumption affect our view of the night sky, and why darkness matters. Until 22 June | Tuesday - Sunday | 11am-5pm #MACbelfast #thingstodoinbelfast #ArtGallery #Art

“Every success for me and this play is another chance to show working-class people that their voices matter.” — Gina Donnelly, Belfast Telegraph Anthem for Dissatisfaction opens tomorrow! 5–7 June | 12+ | bit.ly/MAC-AFD

We Lose Sight of the Night 🌔 We're always curious about what inspires an artist’s work, and it’s fascinating to hear directly from @aislingobeirn as she shares some behind-the-scenes insights into her exhibition. Full interview: buff.ly/ro5TQaI

They say never meet your heroes… But you might just get the chance. @nathan_crothers will be in the MAC tonight, 8–10pm. That’s all we’re saying.

‘Credit Crunch’. ‘Austerity’. ‘Free School Meals’. Not exactly chart-toppers—but they’re the greatest hits Sarah and Jamie grew up on. This is a riotous, razor-sharp coming-of-age tale for anyone who's ever wanted out, up, or more. 5 - 7 June | 12+ | bit.ly/MAC-AFD

Toilet roll shortages. Banana bread breakdowns. Essential trips for Buckfast. The Dundonald Liberation Army is back—and this time, it’s personal (again). Lockdown DLA returns to the MAC to mark five years since the first lockdown. 25 – 29 June | Tickets: bit.ly/MACdla2025

Our second floor reading area 📚 As part of We Lose Sight of the Night by @aislingoberin, we’ve curated a selection of books and materials that delve deeper into some of the themes explored in the exhibition. Take your time, wander the galleries, have a quiet reading after.

🚨 TOMORROW NIGHT! 🚨 Join us for An Evening with Ryan Fitzpatrick – a rare chance to hear stories, insights, and laughs from one of the NFL's most charismatic quarterbacks. Tickets: Extremely limited – grab yours now before they're gone! 🔗 bit.ly/MAC-RF25

🎁 Our brand new festive comedy is... The Belfast Ma: Sortin’ Christmas! It's coming to the MAC this December 2025 – and it’s going to be a cracker. Tickets will never be as cheap as they are now so grab them while you can! 4 Dec - 31 Dec | Tickets: buff.ly/iSqFTKb

Comedy fans — this one’s for you 😹 The legendary Cat Laughs festival is heading to the MAC! Get ready for 7 knockout shows packed with top-tier comedy talent. 23–25 May | 16+ | Tickets: themaclive.com/whats-on/?genr…

The Dundonald Liberation Army is back—and they're going legit... or so they claim. Join Davy and John as they navigate the chaos of politics, power, and pure Dundonald madness in their final theatrical escapade. 25 - 29 June | Ages: 16+ | tickets: bit.ly/MACdla2025