The Crescent Arts Centre

Belfast · 5 approved listings in the next two weeks.

Friday 30 October 1 listing

Tonight 1

19:30

BlackGate

The Crescent Arts Centre · South Belfast · Music

Presented by Moving on Music in association with Belfast International Arts Festival 2026, BlackGate is a new project from Irish double-bassist Caimin Gilmore ( Crash Ensemble ) that explores the world of contemporary music, pop, classical, folk, and other. Released to widespread acclaim in 2025 through the New Amsterdam (US) & Ten Spot (IRL) labels, their self-titled debut album is a genre-fluid gem that could slip into multiple sections of the most considered of record collections. Performed by renowned cellist Kate Ellis , harpist Lavinia Meijer and Caimin Gilmore on Double Bass, the music is a cross-genre brew that pulls from Caimin’s hugely interesting and varied career. It had its world premiere at Kilkenny Arts Festival in 2024 and has since been performed at the New Music Dublin Festival , PS21 Chatham Groundtone Festival , the Phoenix Gallery Vermont , and The Bridge Studios in Brooklyn. With a programme that also includes works by Philip Glass , Lavinia Meijer, Gabriella Smith , Benedict Schlepper Connolly and Ann Cleare , we are delighted to welcome BlackGate to Belfast. It’s a project that deserves the keenest ears in every city. Gilmore’s staggering ‘Blackgate’ suite is a triumph of tonality and sonorities… a flurry of beautiful and brilliant ideas woven into an elemental odyssey of an album. The Goo As much as this band is working in a neoclassical space, they are also extremely conversant in contemporary music, and this record really has its feet in both… It’s a beautiful record. NPR elegantly choreographed. The Wire

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Thursday 5 November 1 listing

Tonight 1

18:30

Late Night Art at The Crescent

The Crescent Arts Centre · South Belfast · Workshops & classes

Come along and make some time for yourself at our new monthly journaling meet-up as part of Late Night Art at The Crescent , led by Ian Megrath . Each month the session will explore a different theme through a gentle mix of journaling, creativity and conversation. You’ll be guided by prompts to help you write, doodle, reflect and explore your ideas — with no pressure to be a “good” writer or artist. The prompt for this session is gratitude. Whether you’re new to journaling or already have a well-loved notebook, everyone is welcome. A welcoming space to slow down, get creative and connect — one page at a time. Practical Info: When: Late Night Art is the first Thursday of the month and The Crescent’s activity is between 6.30 - 8.30pm Location: Cafe Husk at The Crescent You don’t need to pre-book, and you can pop in any time Please bring along a notebook. All other materials will be provided About 14 people can be journalling at any one time, but there’s plenty of space around to enjoy refreshments This is a great activity to enjoy by yourself or with friends and family. A welcoming space to slow down, get creative and immerse yourself in Belfast’s art scene! About Late Night Art: For over 10 years Late Night Art has run across the whole of Belfast on the first Thursday of every month with many galleries opening their doors for an evening celebration of the vibrant visual arts scene. About the artist: Ian Megrath is an avid journal keeper and analogue enthusiast. Having fallen into the journaling habit during lockdown, he discovered the practice of journaling was a great creative outlet for recording ideas, emotions and the simple joys of everyday life. Knowing the beneficial impact journal keeping can have on mental health from personal experience, he hopes to encourage others into exploring this useful tool to express and reflect. Find Ian on Instagram as @the.paper.sparrow .

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Saturday 7 November 2 listings

Morning 1

10:00

Silver Jewellery Making: Earrings Workshop

The Crescent Arts Centre · South Belfast · Workshops & classes

Learn basic metalsmithing techniques and create silver jewellery. In this one day workshop you will make a unique pair of silver earrings. You will be encouraged to incorporate your own design ideas within the guided process and available materials. You will learn how to saw and shape silver, try simple soldering techniques, and receive some tips and tricks on how to finish the piece to a high standard. The workshop is intended for complete beginners, but if you already have experience in jewellery making, you will be able to advance or refresh your skills as well. All tools and materials are provided.

£96Tickets & info

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13:00

Saturday Afternoon Trad Session

The Crescent Arts Centre · South Belfast · Music

Come join us for Saturday Afternoon Trad Session at The Crescent - expect an afternoon of tunes, songs and craic in the Café space of the building. Led by banjo player James Carson , he will be joined by a variety of local musicains at each session. You are more than welcome to come along with your instrument and join in on this relaxed, informal session, learn a new tune or two, or just sit back with a coffee and a snack from Cafe Husk. Running between 1.00 - 3.00pm, these sessions are free to attend, family friendly and open to all. Can't make Saturday 7 November ? Other sessions dates are: Saturday 3 October Saturday 5 December

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Thursday 12 November 1 listing

Tonight 1

19:30

Martyn Joseph

The Crescent Arts Centre · South Belfast · Music

This November, Music Capital and The Crescent are pleased to welcome the Award-Winning Welsh Singer-Songwriter Martyn Joseph to Belfast. For over 40 years, Martyn Joseph has built a reputation as one of the most powerful and compelling live performers in contemporary folk and acoustic music. Armed with just a guitar and a remarkable voice, he delivers performances filled with energy, passion, humour, and emotional depth, captivating audiences in venues of every size around the world. Often compared to artists such as Bruce Springsteen, John Mayer, Dave Matthews, and Bruce Cockburn, Martyn has carved out a sound and stage presence entirely his own. His distinctive percussive guitar style, paired with expressive and thought-provoking songwriting, has earned him the nickname “The Welsh Springsteen”. After signing with Sony Music in the early 1990s, where he released two albums and achieved Top 40 success, Martyn went on to become a pioneer of independent music, launching his own label in 1999 and embracing direct-to-fan platforms long before it became common practice. In November 2025, he released his 28th studio album, Troubled Horses, a haunting and intimate collection of stripped-back acoustic songs exploring vulnerability, humanity, and connection. Martyn’s songwriting continues to receive widespread recognition. In 2024, BBC Radio 2 invited him for a second time to contribute to their award-winning 21st Century Folk project, where he wrote and performed Chapel Porth Beach to mark the 200th anniversary of the RNLI . This followed the success of Albert’s Place in 2023, which led to appearances on BBC Breakfast , BBC Radio 2 , and BBC Radio 4 . His acclaimed 2021 album 1960 was named Folk Album of the Month by Mojo , received four stars from Uncut , and spent much of 2022 in the UK Official Folk Charts . He has also received multiple Wales Folk Award nominations, winning the award for Here Come the Young in 2019. Beyond music, Martyn is deeply committed to social causes. In 2015, he was commissioned by Parliament to write Nye (Song for the NHS) as part of the Sweet Liberties project, commemorating the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta . He performed the song in the Speaker’s Chamber at the Houses of Parliament. Alongside his wife Justine, Martyn also founded the Let Yourself Trust , a charitable initiative supporting grassroots organisations around the world. Over the past decade, the trust has distributed more than £1 million to community projects and charitable causes. With over half a million record sales, 28 studio albums, and thousands of live performances behind him, Martyn Joseph remains an artist driven by passion, humanity, and a belief in the power of song to connect people. His concerts are widely regarded as unforgettable experiences, leaving audiences moved long after the final note fades.

£23.72Venue listing