Down
See the St Patrick’s Landing, this Sunday, 12th March at Inch Abbey. There is a host of interactive activities taking place from 12.30pm to 5.00pm, including boats on the Quoile (weather permitting). You can arrive in style on one of the heritage trains with services departing from the Downpatrick and County Down Railway Station from 12pm. Train fares : Adults: £6, Children: £4.50, Concessions: £5.50.
Armagh
Jason Byrne’s brand new show has everything you’ve come to expect from ‘The Outright King of Live Comedy, plus ducks, false chins, portable igloos, bewildered owls and much, much more. The star of ‘Wild Things’ and ‘The Snaptastic Show’ has gone back to his comedy roots, probably so he can pull them up and use them as a prop as well. See him live on stage at the Market Place Theatre this Friday 10th March.
Fermanagh
The iconic Lough Erne Resort, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary, is exclusively unveiling its stunning new ballroom at a special Wedding Open Weekend on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th March, from 12 noon to 6.00pm daily. This exclusive Wedding Open Weekend is the perfect opportunity to explore all aspects of Lough Erne Resort which is idyllically situated in the heart of the Fermanagh Lakelands, bordering nearby counties Cavan and Monaghan.
Tyrone
Celebrate International Women’s Day this Wednesday 8th March at The Square Box Dungannon. Join Lynette Fay and special guests in a celebration which includes a makeup demonstration by one of Northern Ireland’s leading Make-Up Artists, Paddy McGurgan, fashion tips, inspirational discussion and much more!
Derry/Londonderry
Embarking on their very first performance at the Millennium Forum , the internationally renowned Royal Moscow Ballet brings every child’s favourite fairytale, Sleeping Beauty, to the Forum’s stage this Wednesday 8th March. This is the classic story of love and innocence , mystery and magic set to Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score. Experience stunning choreography , breathtaking costumes and vibrant sets which will transport you straight into this fairytale world and let THE ROYAL MOSCOW BALLET make this fairtytale come to life right before your eyes.
Antrim
See La Traviata screened live from the Met Opera New York at the Theatre at the Mill Newtownabbey this Saturday 11th March. Sonya Yoncheva sings one of opera’s most beloved heroines, the tragic courtesan Violetta, a role in which she triumphed on the Met stage in 2015, opposite Michael Fabiano as her lover, Alfredo, and Thomas Hampson as his father, Germont. Nicola Luisotti conducts.
Belfast
This Saturday 11th March, Crumlin Road Gaol presents the Johnny Cash tribute concert to celebrate the music of one of America’s greatest music performers in a unique and authentic show. Just like Johnny Cash took the stage in his famous gig in Folsom Prison, he will perform some of his biggest hits live at ‘The Crum’. Capturing the unmistakable sound of the ‘man in black’, and accompanied by June Carter and band, you will experience what it was like to be at a real Cash show. Why not make an evening of it with the New Hospitality Package, Take a guided tour of the prison, followed by a three course meal at the New Cuff’s Bar and Grill, finishing off with the evening event. (Includes complimentary glass of wine with your meal). Tour starts at 5.30pm.
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