Little Red Riding Hood takes flight in this classic fairy-tale with an aerial circus spin.

Fidget Feet are an Irish aerial circus company, a little like a very small Cirque de Soleil. They mix circus tricks, acrobatics and dance to tell the story of Little Red Riding Hood.

Come and watch this thrilling story on Friday 12 February retold, as Red Riding Hood and the Wolf swing high above the audience in a forest of over 250 metres of circus ropes.  Full of Fidget Feet’s trademark playfulness, Catch Me is a stunning mix of aerial feats and theatre that is suitable for children and adults (suitable for smaller children however parents should be aware there are a few scary moments that may frighten little children).

With an original score and visual projections that come alive around the performers, no two shows can ever be the same.

“You are left utterly stunned. Excellent.” The Irish Times

Fidget Feet tell their stories anywhere they can think of; in theatres, from cranes, hidden in forests, or swinging from buildings all over the world.  Their performances are for everyone and they love to find new ways of telling their stories to new people.

Why not make this a mid-term treat for the whole family.  Tickets from £8 available from Box Office 028 9034 0202 or online www.theatreatthemill.com.

DUE TO PHENOMENAL DEMAND
SIX EXTRA DATES ADDED IN BELFAST & DUBLIN

THE SSE ARENA, BELFAST – 9 & 10 MARCH 2016
EXTRA SHOWS ADDED
FRIDAY 11, SATURDAY 12 & SUNDAY 13 (Matinee)
ON SALE NOW

3ARENA, DUBLIN – 16 & 17 MARCH 2016
EXTRA SHOWS ADDED
FRIDAY 18, SATURDAY 19 & SUNDAY 20 (Matinee)
ON SALE NOW

Due to phenomenal demand, Dynamo has added an incredible six extra dates to his Seeing Is Believing Live tour in Belfast & Dublin including matinee shows with special family tickets available.

Tickets for all shows are on sale now via Ticketmaster.ie

For the first time, Irish Dynamo fans will have the opportunity to witness his magic skills live, in what promises to be a spectacular and unique stage production. This will be one of the most elaborate shows ever to visit the SEE Arena in Belfast and Dublin’s 3Arena, requiring thirty trucks to transport it on tour.

The first run of the tour kicked off last night in Manchester at the Eventim Apollo to a sold out crowd and travels to London, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Nottingham, Birmingham and Leeds.

In 2016 Dynamo will now also be performing at; Brighton Centre, Motorpoint Arena Cardiff, Bournemouth BIC, Motorpoint Arena Sheffield, the Echo Arena Liverpool, the SSE Arena Belfast and finishing at Dublin’s 3Arena.

Dynamo, whose real name is Steven Frayne, hit our screens just three years ago with his first series of Magician Impossible, in that short time he has quickly established himself as one of the world’s most known and most loved magicians, with his series airing in over 180 countries worldwide reaching over 250 million cumulative viewers across the world. He was recently awarded the highest accolade by the magic circle with his promotion to Member of the Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star, a position only held by 300 magicians worldwide, including HRH Prince of Wales.

Dynamo said of his new venture, “After four series of Magician Impossible, I was ready for a new challenge and for a long time I have wanted to take my show to the stage. I am hoping that like I did for magic on TV, I can reinvent the live magic show and produce something fans have never seen before. This is something I have been working towards for the last 20 years and I can’t wait to amaze audiences what I have in store for them. I can’t wait to get to Dublin, one of my favourite cities and it’s the perfect place for us to finish the tour.”

Ticket Information

The SSE Arena, Belfast: March 9 – 13^th
Tickets from £35.50 including booking fee
Family ticket available for March 13^th matinee show priced £120.00 incl. booking fee

3Arena, Dublin: March 16 – 20^th
Tickets from €45.00 including booking fee
Family ticket available for March 20^th matinee show priced €146.00 incl. booking fee
Tickets for all shows are on sale now and available to purchase from Ticketmaster outlets and online at www.ticketmaster.ie

Limited Golden Magic Circle VIP tickets also available, which include a best seat, a signed programme and an exclusive piece of tour merchandise.

This is an 8+ show, under 15s must be accompanied by an adult.

For more see:
Facebook | @Dynamomagician | YouTube

For further information please contact:

The SSE Arena, Belfast
James Rollins
T: 07967 584573 | E: james@jamesrollins.co.uk

3Arena, Dublin
Colm Hanley, MCD Productions
T: 0 284 1747 | M: 086 040 3256 | E: colm@mcd.ie

On Sunday 14^th February, from 1.00pm – 3.00pm, enjoy a Celtic family lunch celebration @ the Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh.

During this lunch enjoy our love story that comes to life before your eyes!

Two clans both alike in strength, in fair Emain Macha, where we lay our scene…. Join Rohan and Jacinta, as they try to mend the divide between their fathers, Lord McRoche of the South land and Lord Cahill of the North.

Will these two young lovers be together again or will their families tear Ulster apart?

Join us at the Navan Centre & Fort this Valentine’s Day to find out!

Lunch is a homemade buffet style lunch with a selection of pies, quiches, salads and desserts with a soft drink.   Admission: £10.00 per person, £6.00 for aged 12 years & under, this includes your entertainment and food.

Pre-booking is essential on www.armagh.co.uk/valentine or call 028 3752 9644

For information please contact: Navan Centre, 81 Killylea Road, Armagh.  BT60 4LD.  Tel 028 3752 9644 or www.navan.com

The Merchant Hotel presents an evening of fine dining, coupled with the best of local operatic talent.

Guests will enjoy a champange reception, a sumptuous 6 course supper coupled with selected wines.  All whilst enjoying a selection of arias and duets from some of the world’s best loved operas.

Non refundable deposit of £20.  To book please call 028 9023 4888 or email thegreatroom@themerchanthotel.com.

The Flax Gallery at Museum at The Mill will be holding its Open Exhibition throughout May and June this year and is calling upon local crafters and artists to submit their works for this sensational opportunity to showcase your talent.

The exhibition will be a celebration of creativity showcasing local talent of those living, working or studying within the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough. The show will welcome work in a diverse range of media from drawing, painting and photography to ceramics, jewellery and sculpture. Any craft or art submission from the Borough will be considered.

This exciting upcoming exhibition aims to feature a wide range of artists with different interests expressed through their work. “We are very excited about this year’s Open Exhibition in the Flax Gallery. It’s an opportunity to open up the space to a whole range of artists, showcase local talent and at the same time offer our visitors a really unique experience. The additional benefit is that works can be sold so it will be a great opportunity for visitors to view and buy artworks by local artists,” explained Samantha Curry, Culture and Heritage Manager.

To be eligible for entry you must live, work or study within the Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough and 16 or over as of May 1^st 2016. Works should be recent and not previously exhibited. A fee of £10 will be charged per piece (maximum 3 pieces) but no commission will be charged on sales.

Don’t delay – pick up your paintbrush, fire up the kiln or get snapping with the camera! This is a fantastic chance to showcase your work and your creative flair as part of The Flax Gallery Open Exhibition. The deadline for submissions is 29 February and the exhibition will run from 12 May to 25 June 2016.

Application forms are available from Museum at The Mill at Mossley Mill or can be downloaded from www.antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk/museumatthemill along with the standard gallery exhibition policy.

For any additional information please contact Museum at The Mill on 028 9034 0129 or email museums@antrimandnewtownabbey.gov.uk

Tourism NI has put together a list of 10 exciting things to do in Northern Ireland next week (February 1-7).

• NI Motorcycle Festival 2016, Eikon Exhibition Centre, Sprucefield, Lisburn, Co. Antrim, February 5-7. The 2016 NI Motorcycle Festival will include all the top motorcycle manufacturers exhibiting their latest range of road bikes, quads and motocrossers. The motocross village will be back again with all the latest motocross bikes plus motocross gear and off-road motorcycle clubs with all the information on how to get involved. Also, Michael Dunlop, star of the Isle of Man TT, will wow the crowds with full demonstrations in his MK2 Ford Escort Rally Car.
• A Viennese Strauss Gala, Market Place Theatre, Armagh, Co. Armagh, February 5. A sparkling new anniversary production recreating the romance of the Viennese Festive Season. Reminding you of a bygone age of glamorous soirees and Struss waltzes, this wonderful production is cleverly staged and choreographed with authentic costumes. The night will appeal to music aficionados and romantics alike. Begins at 8pm.
• You Must Be Joking, Millennium Forum, Derry, Co. Londonderry, February 4. Fun and laughter are guaranteed as four of Northern Ireland’s best known comedians take to the stage. The ever-endearing Jimmy Cricket will be reading his letter from his Mammy, the first lady of Irish comedy May McFettridge will abuse all and sundry, William Caulfield with his brilliant eye and ear for local characters will regale us with stories of everyday life and Gene Fitzpatrick, the master storyteller and king of the one-liners completes the line-up. Show begins at 8pm.
• Jailhouse Rock Live at the Crum, Crumlin Road Gaol, Belfast, February 5. Crumlin Road Gaol proudly presents ‘Jailhouse Rock’ with Elvis and his band. Watch an extraordinary tribute performance to one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century in a concert brilliantly capturing the musical life of The King of Rock n Roll. This is as close as you can get to The King. Doors open at 7pm, show begins at 8.30pm.
• The Bee Gees Story – Nights on Broadway, Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, February 5. ‘Nights On Broadway’ presents a tribute to the Bee Gees through their catalogue of hits over four decades from the 60s to the 90s. This fantastic live band performs the classic hits, acoustic medleys and dance floor fillers which define the show. Show begins at 8pm.
• Stacking Rings: Jewellery Workshop, Museum at the Mill, Mossley, Co. Antrim, February 6. Spend a day of fun in the workshop and create a pair of silver stacking rings, set with semi-precious stones. Each participant will be taught techniques to make a beautiful piece of jewellery to take home. No previous experience necessary, just an apron and bundles of enthusiasm! Begins at 10am.
• The Two Loves of Gabriel Foley, Alley Theatre, Strabane, Co. Tyrone, February 6. This 3-Act Irish Comedy play is exceptionally funny and has entertained audiences all over Ireland. Set in Rural Ireland, Gabriel is a middle-aged unlucky in love bachelor living with his elderly mother who finds himself caught between the love of two women. Show begins at 8pm.
• Harry Potter Book Night, Newry City Library, Newry, Co. Down, February 4. A magical Harry Potter themed night of wizardry, games and crafts for children up to 12 years old. Fancy dress is optional – but SO much more fun! Booking is essential. Begins at 6pm.
• A Few Lines on a Card – The Limavady Postcard Collection, Roe Valley Arts and Cultural Centre, Limavady, Co. Londonderry, February 6 – March 26. Consisting of both photographic and artistic impressions of buildings, landmarks and everyday life, this exhibition provides a unique insight into the history of the Limavady area.
• La Traviata, Movie House Cinemas, Dublin Road, Belfast, February 4. Regarded as Verdi’s finest opera, La Traviata tells the story of one of opera’s greatest heroines, based on the real life courtesan Marie Duplessis. Broadcast live from the Royal Opera House in London. Begins at 6.45pm.

Please note some of the events require pre-booking. For more details on these and other events click on www.discovernorthernireland.com/events, visit your local tourist information centre or log onto www.facebook.com/discovernorthernireland. 

LET SIR WILLIAM TREAT YOU TO BREAKFAST…

To celebrate today (Jan 29) being Ulster Fry-Day Sir William Hastings is treating everyone who books an overnight stay in any one of the six Hastings Hotels to a free Ulster Fry during their stay.

This offer can only be booked today, Friday January 29, for stays until Saturday April 30. For further information or to book call Hastings Hotels on 028 9047 1066.

Award winning Box Tale Soup present their stunning new production, Manalive!

Saturday 6^th February, 8pm at The Courtyard Theatre.

★★★★“GK Chesterton’s tale is brought to vibrant and cheerfully eccentric life with

Box Tale Soup’s characteristic ingenuity.” The Stage

All is gold that glitters…

Following great success from their last two shows at The Courtyard Theatre last year, award winning company Box Tale Soup return with their latest work, Manalive! The new show tells the story of Beacon House, a broken-down boarding establishment, and its brooding tenants. When an exciting new guest arrives everyone is uplifted by his infectious charm and energy… but the visitor may not be as innocent as he seems.

Adapted from the novel by G.K. Chesterton, Manalive! features just two performers alongside a cast of Box Tale Soup’s signature handmade puppets, including the captivating life-size Mr. Smith! It features a soundtrack created and recorded especially for the show .

Performers Noel and Antonia have appeared in shows such as Doctor Who, HBO’s Game of Thrones, BBC’s The Hour and CBBC’s Mission 2110, and are now very excited to present their new production at The Courtyard Theatre.

Tickets are £10 & £8 (Concession) – Group discount available

Available from Box Office: 028 9034 0202 or www.thecourtyardtheatre.com

The loveable Maggie Muff is back in the highly anticipated sequel to 50 Shades of Red White and Blue and Dirty Dancin in le Shebeen.

Maggie’s Feg Run arrives at the Millennium Forum for one night only on Friday 19^th August.  Tickets are now on sale from the Box Office and are priced from £14.50.

Maggie and Big Sally-Ann are on top form as they head to Benidorm on a ‘Feg Run’ to smuggle cigarettes home and sell for a profit. Sun, Sea, Sangria and Sticky Vicky! Sure what more is there to want? But here, it turns out to be a holiday they will never forget. We’re talking a dive on a pedalo (and I don’t mean into the sea), a slider from the poke man (not of the ice-cream variety) and some nudists from Rathcoole that have Big Sally-Ann in a tizzy. And you’ll never guess who makes an appearance at the All-Inclusive breakfast buffet……

“Margaret?”  – He’s back.

The grand finale in the Maggie Muff trilogy!

From best-selling author and playwright Leesa Harker and directed by Andrea Montgomery. Starring the critically acclaimed Caroline Curran.

(In other words, you’re guaranteed a geg.)

Maggie’s Feg Run performs at the Millennium Forum on Friday 19^th August.   Tickets are now on sale from the Box Office and are priced from £14.50.   Telephone 71 264455 or visit www.millenniumforum.co.uk for bookings.

Grainne Duffy is a unique talent, raw and powerful, edgy and elegant. So far in her short career, Grainne has already graced the stage at Glastonbury for three electric performances and has toured much of Europe.

Recently Grainne was asked to open for Jools Holland on his tour. Her wonderful mix of blues rock and soul in her own material and her treatment of a few carefully selected standards, charged with true emotion and feeling can win over any audience and leave you begging for more. Grainne will take to the stage on Saturday 6 February at 8pm. Tickets are priced £14 each.

With Valentine’s just a few days away, why not treat a loved one to a night of great music and food at our popular Valentine’s Jazz Supper Club on Friday 12 February. Taking centre stage will be the hugely popular Martello Jazz Band who feature a sound reminiscent of the Dixieland bands of 1920’s New Orleans, stamped with their own brand of drive and flair. The menu for the evening will include spiced BBQ pork with stir-fried vegetables, creamy chicken pasta, Cajun spiced meatballs, all served with Cajun wedges, salads and breads. Tickets for the evening are £11 for the performance only, or £21 which includes supper.

An ideal Valentine treat for you and your loved one is the inimitable Eddi Reader. Having first hit the limelight in the 1980’s with the group ‘Fairground Attraction’ [who enjoyed huge chart success with their debut No.1 single ‘Perfect’ and album ‘First Of A Million Kisses’], Eddi went on to collaborate on many celebrated projects throughout the years, famously harmonizing with Annie Lennox while touring with ‘The Eurythmics’. However, it has been Eddi’s subsequent solo albums that have cemented her image as a powerful figure in British music. With an MBE for outstanding contributions to the arts, three BRIT awards, a number one single and eight critically acclaimed solo albums, what sets Eddi apart is the depth and quality of the performance. Eddi will perform on Saturday 13 February at 8pm. Tickets are priced £16 each.

Details of all events can be found online at www.marketplacearmagh.com, and tickets can be booked by contacting the Box Office on [028] 3752 1821.

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