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Thursday 19 November in Belfast

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Thursday 19 November 83 listings

Morning 10

10:00to 10:30

Knit and Natter 2 libraries

Across 2 libraries · Workshops & classes
Every Thursday from 10:00am - 12:30pm. Knit and Natter groups are for adults who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts. They are free of charge to attend and participants have the opportunity to share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people and learn new skills. Members can bring along a project they are already working on or can start something new.
Free
10:00to 11:00

Rhythm and Rhyme 2 libraries

Across 2 libraries · East Belfast · Family
Every Thursday from 11:00am - 11:30am. Book on the morning of Rhythm and Rhyme. Rhythm and Rhyme is an exciting free programme to introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories in the library. Rhythm and Rhyme is a great opportunity for children to have fun and learn in a relaxed venue while giving parents and carers the chance to socialise.
10:00

Watercolours with Patricia Campbell (Daytime)

The Duncairn · Workshops & classes
Always a popular art form here at The Duncairn, t his lovely 4-week morning course of 2 hours per session is a great introduction and exploration of the world of Watercolours. Whether you are an absolute beginner or want to have another quick fix following previous classes, Patricia will work with you on building your skills and learning how to create beautiful paintings, using exciting techniques in a really relaxing, welcoming and creative space. Suitable for all levels.
£45Tickets & info

Afternoon 10

12:30

Wicker

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson’s wonderfully eccentric fable is, at its core, a gentle love story starring Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård and Peter Dinklage. On the outskirts of a village by the sea, lives a Fisherwoman; smelly, single and perpetually ridiculed. One day, fed up with her stuffy, small-minded neighbours, she commissions herself a husband to be made from wicker. In an otherwise conservative town, this unconventional romance sparks outrage, jealousy and chaos.
15Tickets & info
13:00

Autumn Watercolours with Patricia Campbell (Afternoon class)

The Duncairn · Workshops & classes
Begins Thursday 19th November 1pm – 4pm 4 weeks Materials Included Embrace the beauty of the changing seasons in this relaxed and inspiring 4-week watercolour course, designed especially for beginners and improvers who want to build confidence with watercolour. Over four 3-hour sessions, you'll have the opportunity to explore misty November woodlands, atmospheric landscapes, winter foliage and berries, and finish with a cosy festive scene glowing with evening light. Each class combines step-by-step guidance with plenty of time to experiment, helping you develop skills in a supportive, encouraging environment.
£60Tickets & info
14:30

Outburst: Dry Ground Burning

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film · LGBTQ+ · Outburst Festival
Dry Ground Burning by directors Joana Pimenta and Adirley Queirós ( Once There Was Brasilia ) is a brilliantly provocative portrait of Brazil’s dystopian moment under Bolsonaro. Blending documentary with narrative fiction and gangster genre elements, it offers a unique vision of the country’s possible future and of cinema itself as a radical means of resistance. Just released from prison, Léa (Léa Alves Silva) returns home to the Brasilia favela of Sol Nascente and joins up with her half-sister Chitara (Joana Darc Furtado), the fearless leader of an all-female gang that steals and refines oil from underground pipes and sells gasoline to a clandestine network of motorcyclists. Living in constant opposition to Jair Bolsonaro’s fiercely authoritarian and militarised government, Chitara’s women claim the streets for themselves as a declaration of radical political resistance.
Not Rated; English subtitlesTickets & info
15:00to 15:30

Storytime 2 libraries

Across 2 libraries · West Belfast · Family
Every Thursday from 3:00pm - 3:30pm. Storytime sessions help children aged 4 - 8 years develop a love of books, improve their listening skills, inspire creativity and feeds their imagination. Join our friendly staff as they read popular books and introduce children to a whole range of different authors. Everyone welcome.
15:00

Wild Horse Nine

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
Martin McDonagh returns with another tragi-comic two-hander with a razor-sharp script and outstanding performances from a stellar cast. After the success of The Banshees of Inisherin , McDonagh has turned his attention to Chile in the 1970s, where two CIA men discuss morality and mortality during a dispatch to the vanishingly remote and metaphorically rich Easter Island. With John Malkovich as the ailing Chris, mentor to Sam Rockwell’s Lee, and idiosyncratic support from Steve Buscemi, Parker Posey and Tom Waits, the film is an accidental allegory for present-day politics with trademark bittersweet notes, sweeping landscapes and strategically-placed horses.
15Tickets & info

Tonight 38

17:00

Children's Games

Holywood Library · Holywood · Games & social
Come and play some family friendly games. Suitable for children aged 4-9 years; children must be accompanied by an adult. Every Thursday from 5:00pm - 6:00pm. Every Saturday from 11:00am - 1:00pm. Everyone welcome.
for children aged 4-9 years; Children require an accompanying adultVenue listing
17:45

Fjord

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
This searching, Palme d’Or-winning moral dilemma pits preaching conservative Christian parents against a holier-than-thou liberal system. An evangelical family move to a small Norwegian town. Their seemingly placid adjustment is shattered when suspicions around their children’s wellbeing place the parents under severe scrutiny. Cristian Mungiu ( 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days ) masterfully crafts an ambivalent social drama that raises fundamental questions and avoids easy answers, asking us to ponder how unbiased our own sense of empathy is.
15; English subtitlesTickets & info
18:00

GIANT - The Play

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
GIANT , the 5-star critically acclaimed play starring John Lithgow ( The Crown ) as Roald Dahl, comes to the big screen. Winner of 3 Olivier Awards including Best Play and a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play (John Lithgow), the production was filmed live in London’s West End ahead of its sold-out Broadway run. The stellar cast includes Aya Cash ( The Boys ), Elliot Levey ( Cold War ) and Rachael Stirling ( The Divine Mrs S ). A world-famous children’s author under threat. A battle of wills in the wake of scandal. And one chance to make amends... It’s the summer of 1983, The Witches is about to hit the shelves and Roald Dahl is making last-minute edits. But the outcry at his recent, explicitly antisemitic article won’t die down. Across a single afternoon at his family home, and rocked by an unexpectedly explosive confrontation, Dahl is forced to choose: make a public apology or risk his name and reputation. Inspired by real events, GIANT explores with dark humour the difference between considered opinion and dangerous rhetoric offering a complicated portrait of a fiendishly charismatic icon. GIANT - The Play contains sequences of flashing lights which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.
15Tickets & info
19:00

Motown Christmas Party Night

Cabaret Supper Club · Theatre & dance · Food & drink
Get ready to trade silent nights for soul-filled nights. This is Christmas turned all the way up. Step into a high-energy Motown Christmas Party Night where timeless soul, funk and Motown anthems meet festive celebration. From the first note to the final encore, SoulTown Collective delivers a powerhouse live show packed with the songs everyone knows and nobody can sit still to. Perfect for office parties, friends’ nights out, and festive get-togethers – this is not a background-music dinner. It’s a full Christmas night out experience. Expect: • A live Motown & Soul show that fills the dancefloor • A festive main course included in your ticket • Big vocals, big band energy, and wall-to-wall classics • A party atmosphere from arrival to last orders • A room full of people who came to celebrate — not sit quietly You’ll hear the hits that defined generations — the songs that get every table singing and every seat empty once the beat drops. Why this night sells out every year: Because it’s not just a meal and a show — it’s a Christmas party with a soundtrack everyone loves. No awkward silences. No flat moments. Just pure feel-good energy. Ideal for: • Staff Christmas parties • Client entertainment • Friends’ festive nights out • Anyone who wants their Christmas night out to actually feel like a party Tickets are limited and prime Christmas dates always go first. Once tables are gone, they’re gone. £49.50 per person – Main Course Dinner + Live Motown Show Book early. Bring your best people. Expect a standing ovation kind of night.
£49.50Tickets & info
19:00

The Rugby Pod Live

Waterfront Hall · Sport
The world’s biggest rugby podcast The Rugby Pod Live is coming to Waterfront Hall on 19 November 2026! The Rugby Pod brings its hugely popular live show to the stage, delivering everything fans love from the podcast, unfiltered opinions, big-name guests, behind-the-scenes stories and proper rugby chat. Hosts and former internationals Jim Hamilton, Andy Goode will be joined by special guests John Smit, former Springbok and World Cup winning Captain, Ireland and Ulster legends Stephen Ferris and Ian Madigan. The show will blend elite-level insight with humour, storytelling and crowd. Expect analysis, untold dressing room stories, audience Q&A and special guest appearances, all delivered in a format that feels more like a packed pub than a traditional stage show. With a global audience of more than 20 million monthly listeners and fans across more than 50 countries, The Rugby Pod has become a defining voice in the sport, known for its honesty, humour and access to some of the biggest names in rugby. This Belfast show will bring that same energy to a live audience, louder, rawer and completely unscripted. The Rugby Pod is widely regarded as the #1 rugby podcast in the world , combining expert analysis with irreverent humour and top-tier guests from across the game. Each week, the hosts break down the biggest stories in rugby, from Six Nations drama to Premiership battles and global talking points, alongside interviews with current and former internationals. The live show takes this format and amplifies it - giving fans direct access to the personalities, opinions and stories that have built one of the most engaged audiences in sport. The most listened to rugby podcast in the world… with humour, opinions and the best interviews from the game. Sports Podcast of the Year – Beat Rugby Podcast Ranked #1 rugby podcast globally across major platforms More than 20 million monthly audience reach across audio and video
£30Tickets & info
19:00

Why Am I Like This?

The Black Box · City centre · Theatre & dance · LGBTQ+ · Outburst Festival
The gays are absolutely everywhere. Through millenia of evolution, homosexuality has prevailed and gay babies continue to be born. But why? And even more importantly: how? Hester Ectomy is NOT a scientist. He’s a comedian with a Wikipedia account. And he wants answers. Developed through Outburst’s Brewing programme in 2025, this new full version of Why am I like this? unpacks the abundance of niche and outlandish theories around the science of what makes us queer. Born of boredom, self-indulgent curiosity and questionable research methodologies, Hester invites you on a journey of gay twins, gender identity clinics and horny elephants, in an interactive TED Talk that will probably leave you with far more questions than you came in with. Make sure your phone is charged and log on to the Black Box wifi to join in Hester’s audience opinion polls, as we ask: does your biology decide who you are, or do you? 18+ 18+
£12–15Tickets & info
19:30

ARBORIST Presented By Moving On Music

The Belfast Empire Music Hall · South Belfast · Music
Love ( or its absence ) dominates the intimate songs on the new album from ARBORIST – the musical outlet of Belfast’s Mark McCambridge. With ‘Looking For Love’, we find protagonists scouring the dark corners of his home city, wiling-away afternoons in seedy clubs, wandering the streets in all weather, and reflecting on the harsh reality of the modern world, all in search of an elusive love. We need for it now more than ever. It is ARBORIST’s 4th LP and the first self-produced by McCambridge, largely from his home studio in Belfast. That level of involvement doesn’t go unnoticed, and at times it feels like we are right there in the room with him. These quiet hours are clearly where McCambridge feels most at ease – after all, this is a singer Bill Drummond described as writing songs “riven with more loss than any record since Leonard Cohen quit this world”, who Kim Deal chose to sing in beautiful, intertwined harmony with on debut single Twisted Arrow, and who Matthew E White and his Spacebomb band collaborated with to such astonishing effect on the previous Arborist LP ‘An Endless Sequence of Dead Zeros’. Spacebomb’s resident bassist Cameron Ralston (Bonnie Light Horseman, Hiss Golden Messenger) again features throughout ‘Looking For Love’, alongside Eamon Ferris (The Waterboys) on drums and Ben McAuley (Van Morrison) engineering. It calls to mind albums such as Songs Ohia’s Magnolia Electric Co., The Divine Comedy’s Regeneration, The Blue Nile’s Hats and Wilco’s Ode to Joy, as well as early-70s records from John Cale, John Lennon and Bill Fay. In an increasingly noisy world, full of revision, bumph, and sham, it’s important to recognise greatness in the moment – why wait? Mark McCambridge is one of our very best, and each release cements that reputation further. We are delighted to welcome Arborist back to The Empire Music Hall for the Belfast launch of ‘Looking For Love’. Chances are, you’ll find it here.
£17.50Tickets & info
19:30

DYLAN LEBLANC

The Deer's Head · City centre · Music
Single Lock Records marks the 10th anniversary of Dylan LeBlanc’s critically acclaimed third album, Cautionary Tale, with a limited pressing of yellow vinyl. After suffering the ups and downs of his young music career, LeBlanc had begun to spiral, slipping into a blur of booze and self-doubt. He returned home to Muscle Shoals lick his wounds and crafted his third album,with producers Ben Tanner (Alabama Shakes) and John Paul White (the Civil Wars) at the helm. “This record is about me getting honest with myself,” says Dylan. “I had to let the guilt about the past go and find a new truth within myself. This time, I felt like I really had something to say”. Upon its initial release in 2016, the album garnered critical acclaim: “The third album from the Muscle Shoals singer-songwriter unfolds with the wariness of a social and spiritual outsider who broods his way to graceful defiance.” – NPR **** in MOJO “Shocks with unexpected new ground” **** in Q “ a great stride forward, a real sense of splendour and ambition” 8/10 in UNCUT “A finely crafted exercise in country-soul classicism”
£20Tickets & info
19:30

The Music Of Fleetwood Mac By Candlelight

Ulster Hall · Music
The Music of Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight returns to Ulster Hall on 19 November 2026, for a night of classic hits in a beautiful setting. Direct from London's West End and featuring a spectacular cast of West End Singers and epic live band, join us for a landslide concert, jam packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before! This incredible show will feature best loved songs including Little Lies, The Chain, Rhiannon, Don’t Stop and many more, performed at the beautiful Ulster Hall, by candlelight. So, Go Your Own Way , release your inner Gypsy and book your tickets now as this really is the concert of Dreams!
£40Tickets & info
20:00

BIG AUL POINTS QUIZ: The Hunger Games

The Points ( Upstairs ) · Quizzes
The Hunger Games Big Aul Quiz 🏹🔥 Calling all Hunger Games super-fans! Get ready for the ultimate night of trivia, iconic moments, districts, tributes, characters, alliances and everything in between. Join us at The Points for a quiz dedicated to the world of Panem, Katniss, Peeta, Haymitch and the rest of the gang. Whether you're Team District 12, know your way around the Capitol or reckon you could survive the arena, it's time to put your knowledge to the test. 🏹 📍 The Points, Belfast 📅 Thursday 19th November 🧠 The Hunger Games + General Knowledge 🏆 Prizes to be won Gather your district, pick your tributes and get ready to enter the arena. May the odds be ever in your favour! 🔥
£518+Tickets & info
20:45

Primetime

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
Robert Pattinson continues his run of astonishing 2026 performances as he portrays the To Catch a Predator presenter Chris Hansen in this vivid and propulsive drama. It’s 2006 and despite its unconventional methods, To Catch a Predator is a US TV hit. When executives decide to move the show to a primetime slot, Hansen and his production team must up the ante to keep their audience, no matter the cost. Merritt Wever and Skyler Gisondo also impress in this absorbing narrative feature debut from documentary filmmaker Lance Oppenheim ( You Can See Everything ).
15Tickets & info
21:00

Ken Russell's The Devils

Queen's Film Theatre · South Belfast · Film
Censored for more than half a century, Ken Russell’s visionary masterpiece returns to the big screen fully restored in 4K and cut to Russell’s direction - the first publicly released version of the film as intended by the filmmaker. An enduring masterpiece of cinema starring Oliver Reed and Vanessa Redgrave, Ken Russell’s The Devils is a prescient epic of obsession and corruption, and a defining work of art from a seminal filmmaker. Inspired by the true story of 17th-century priest Urbain Grandier, accused of bewitching a convent of nuns, the film lays bare the collusion of church and state through a searing vision of religious persecution, collective hysteria and institutional corruption. Unveiled at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, the definitive version arrives 55 years after the film’s original release. In addition to powerhouse performances from Reed and Redgrave, Ken Russell’s The Devils showcases the stunning work of artists at the peak of their craft. Warning: The linked trailer contains flashing images which may affect viewers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.
18Tickets & info

Ongoing 14

Until30 Nov

‘Art of the Possible’

Ulster Museum · South Belfast · Exhibitions
Over the past decade, the Ulster Museum has collected a significant number of important artworks from around the world—many of which have never been seen by the public until now. Art of the Possible features over 40 artworks made from glass, ceramics, silver, metalwork, jewellery, and wood. These works were created by some of the most talented and important artists and designers working in these materials today.
FreeTickets & info
Until3 Jan

Craft NI Showcase @ RUA 2026

Ulster Museum · South Belfast · Exhibitions
Craft NI are delighted to be invited back for a second year to present a Guest Showcase at RUA’s 145th Annual Exhibition! The Royal Ulster Academy of Arts (RUA) returns to the Ulster Museum this autumn for its 145th Annual Exhibition, bringing together around 350 works by artists from Northern Ireland, across Ireland and further afield. Craft NI will present a guest showcase within the exhibition, bringing together a curated selection of contemporary craft works spanning various disciplines such as ceramics, glass, jewellery, textiles, metalwork and furniture. The showcase brings together works that explore new, contemporary interpretations of the natural colours of the Irish landscape: from bespoke furniture and blown glass to silversmithing, ceramics and handcrafted jewellery, the works sit in conversation with one another, creating a shared canvas of the local landscape and its influence on the makers. Participating designer-makers include Adam Frew, Andrea Spencer, Anima Roos, Anna Smyth, Cara Murphy (RUA Academician), Carla Pennie McBride, Céline Traynor, Joanne Lamb, John Piekaar, Mark Hanvey, Matthew Chambers, Rauni Higson, Sarah Cathers, Scott Benefield, Seliena Coyle and Shauna McCann. The showcase highlights the breadth and vitality of the local craft sector, with an emphasis on the quality, creativity and technical skill evident in the work of NI designer-makers.
FreeVenue listing
Until6 Dec

The Earth is the First Body Exhibition

Botanic Gardens Palm House · Exhibitions
The Earth is the First Body: an Exhibition by Botanic Gardens Artist-in-Residence Kerrie Hanna The Earth is the First Body is a new exhibition by artist Kerrie Hanna, created during her residency at Botanic Gardens. Using inks, pigments and charcoal made from plants growing in the Gardens, Kerrie has explored the stories, history and living landscape of this unique place. The exhibition looks at the Gardens' past, including the movement of plants around the world during Victorian times, while also highlighting the important work of protecting plants and biodiversity today. Through stained glass and other artworks, The Earth is the First Body invites us to think about our connection to the natural world and our role in caring for it. Join us for the exhibition opening event and be among the first to see the work. The exhibition officially opens to the public on 24 October and runs until 6 December.
FreeVenue listing
Until31 Dec

Bernat Klein: Influence & Inspiration

Craft NI Gallery · Exhibitions
Craft NI Gallery in partnership with Future Island-Island, Belfast School of Art, Live Borders Museums & Galleries and The Bernat Klein Foundation, is delighted to present a capsule exhibition of selected work that shares the legacy of Bernat Klein (1922 – 2014), textile designer and manufacturer, artist and colourist. Colour connects every aspect of Klein’s creative practice that lasted a lifetime. Whether in his innovation of 1960s couture mohair tweeds or printed textiles, or evident in his work as an artist and colourist. Klein encompassed the importance of place in exploring his visual language of colour and texture. There will also be a sister exhibition (details to follow) at Belfast School of Art and a symposium in November. Both exhibitions illustrate Klein’s influence across design, architecture, visual arts, as well as his significant creative and cultural contribution to Scotland. Original archive pieces give context to the work of contemporary practitioners who have been inspired by The Klein legacy, and which still holds relevance today. Who was Bernat Klein? Serbian born designer Bernat Klein (1922 – 2014) emigrated to the UK in the post-war period and based his textile manufacturing business in the Scottish Borders (1951 – 1992). In a career spanning six decades, Klein found international success in the interlarded spheres of visual arts, fashion, textiles design, architecture, industrial design, and colour consultancy. He sold couture fabrics to leading couriers such as Chanel and Dior, gained recognition in Scandinavia and North America, and realised two important buildings with modernist architect Peter Womersley (1923 – 1993).
Venue listing
Until30 Dec

Big Bauble Showcase

Craft NI Gallery · Exhibitions
An annual staple at Craft NI Gallery during the festive season, the Big Bauble Showcase features a wide selection of limited ranges and one-off baubles all handcrafted to a high standard by local designer-makers in porcelain, felt, enamel, textiles or hand blown glass. The event is a highlight for visitors who come back each year to add to their collection. Stop by to admire the skills of local makers and pick up a meaningful gift!
FreeVenue listing
Until31 Jan

The Gift

Craft NI Gallery · Exhibitions
The Gift, Craft NI Gallery’s annual Christmas selling exhibition, opens November 5th! Join us for a festive opening night on November 5th, 6 – 9pm (Late Night Art Belfast) to see the latest creations of local designer-makers and a chance to meet some of them in person! Celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship of local makers, the exhibition brings together a thoughtfully curated collection of unique, handcrafted gifts, from contemporary jewellery and ceramics to textiles, woodwork and much more. Whether you’re searching for a special gift for a loved one or something to treasure yourself for years to come, discover one-of-a-kind pieces made by talented makers right here on our doorstep. Participating makers: Abbie Dixon, Aisling Higgins, Anna Smyth, Fiona Kerr, Hugh Cummins, Inga Reed, Janice Gilmore, Jill Phillips, Marlene McKibbin, Martin Cameron, Mary Chris, Natasha Heaslip, Nichola Dalton, Rory Shearer, Sarah Elliott, Seamus Gill, Ursula McGivern. The exhibition runs until January 31st, 2027.
FreeTickets & info
Until28 Nov

Class of 76: Fifty Years of Art

Holywood Library · Holywood · Exhibitions
Celebrate 50 years of creativity with the Class of ’76, a group of artists who graduated from Belfast School of Art in 1976. Explore an exciting exhibition of paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics and conceptual art, organised by John Rubery. Showcasing the diverse and unexpected journeys of a generation of artists.
Venue listing
Until13 Feb

THE PERFECT STORM Ralf Sander

Golden Thread Gallery · Exhibitions
Launch : Saturday 14th November 1pm-3pm Dates : 14th November – 13th February 2027 Gallery : Upper Gallery & Lower Gallery Artist Talk : 20th November (TBC) Ralf Sander’s largest solo exhibition in Northern Ireland to date, this exhibition brings together sculpture, photography, sound, film and satellite data to examine how images shape our understanding of reality. A “perfect storm” describes a rare and powerful convergence of events. Sander uses this idea to consider the forces that shape how we see the world, and our capacity to influence them. Sander turns satellite imagery and weather data, tools normally used to observe the Earth, into an artistic medium. Treating the satellite as a camera, he transforms scientific information into another way of seeing the world. The resulting installation creates an illusion through photography, digital imagery and sculpture. It invites us to consider whether every photograph is, in some sense, an illusion: not reality itself, but one version of it. The work asks how this constructed reality differs from the reality we experience in everyday life. The exhibition builds on Sander’s long-standing interest in testing the possibilities of sculpture across different materials and media. His work has been exhibited internationally, and he has also initiated and curated exhibitions and art projects. The exhibition reflects Golden Thread Gallery’s continuing commitment to ambitious and critically engaged contemporary art. It extends the gallery’s programme beyond historical enquiry to address wider questions of perception and representation, and the role visual culture plays in shaping our shared understanding of the world. About the Artist Born in December 1963, Ralf Sander is an internationally active sculptor and conceptual artist. His practice ranges from large-scale public monuments and figurative sculptures carved from single tree trunks to experimental projects that connect art and science. Sander has exhibited worldwide, in internationally acclaimed locations such as Bonner Kunsthalle, Museum of Art Stuttgart, Haus der Kunst Munich, Philadelphia Museum, Nowisibirsk Museum of Art and Seoul MoA. Sander is a Reader in Fine Art at the Belfast School of Art , Ulster University. Originally from Berlin, he is now based in Islandmagee, Northern Ireland. Accessibility The Lower Gallery is accessed via the ground floor, which is step-free. The Upper Gallery is accessed via wheelchair accessible lift or by the stairwell. Large print versions of exhibition texts are available. Access videos of the gallery are available on our website here , with BSL and ISL signed versions. Please let us know if you have any questions or additional requirements, we are working hard to make the gallery as accessible as possible for everyone. Golden Thread Gallery is proud to hold an Arts & Disability Access Award Venue Accreditation. Golden Thread Gallery is supported by:
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Unruly Ordinances

The MAC · The MAC Galleries · City centre · Exhibitions · LGBTQ+ · Outburst Festival
Details Outburst Arts and the MAC proudly present Unruly Ordinances, a major group exhibition of queer artists from the last two decades. Collectively curated through conversations on queer practice between Outburst collaborators Dayna Ash, Eoin Dara, Haven for Artists, Laima Kreivytė, Kim McAleese, Ruth McCarthy, Iarlaith Ní Fheorais, Monica Pearl and Lyónn Wolf, this selection of installation, sculptural, drawing, photographic and video works opens up expansive and radical conversations on queerness, embracing all of its dissident and tender potential. From newly commissioned works that playfully disrupt thinking on archiving and remembering; to reflections on land, language and material conditions, Unruly Ordinances recentres queer as a generative, slippery, critical and unfixed thing, inciting imagination and catalysing daring possibility. Launching as part of the 20th annual Outburst Queer Arts Festival on November 12, the exhibition will be accompanied by a dynamic three-month public programme, bringing together artists, activists, academics and audiences through talks, screenings, publishing, performances and workshops Artists Array Collective Kian Benson Bailes A.Mac Giolla Bhríde Reuben Brown Batool Desouky Sarah Joy Ford Caoimhín Gaffney Agnė Jokšė Breda Lynch Ebun Sodipo Eimear Walshe Lyónn Wolf Supported by The Ampersand Foundation w ith additional support from Paul Hamlyn Foundation Art Fund and Lithuanian Cultural Institute.
FreeTickets & info