{"id":25136,"date":"2026-05-28T14:29:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T13:29:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=25136"},"modified":"2026-05-28T14:29:58","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T13:29:58","slug":"a-summer-of-unmissable-entertainment-awaits-at-armaghs-market-place-theatre","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2026\/05\/a-summer-of-unmissable-entertainment-awaits-at-armaghs-market-place-theatre\/","title":{"rendered":"A Summer of Unmissable Entertainment Awaits at Armagh\u2019s Market Place Theatre"},"content":{"rendered":"

The brand-new Summer \u201826 programme has just been unveiled at Armagh\u2019s Market Place Theatre, and it\u2019s bursting with spectacular entertainment. Featuring an exciting mix of top local and international performers, there\u2019s truly something for everyone\u2014whether your passion is live music, comedy, crafts or film, you\u2019re sure to find something to enjoy at The Market Place.<\/h4>\n

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\"\"Kicking off the comedy line-up on 6 June is Max Roddy, one of the year\u2019s must-see acts, with over 40 million online views and appearances at the UK\u2019s leading comedy clubs. On 12 June, the hilarious Belfast Ma returns with the latest riotous instalment from everyone\u2019s favourite Ma. Audiences can also look forward to the high-energy comedy drama No Hope Here<\/em>, packed with rising tensions, chaotic misunderstandings and plenty of mischievous twists.<\/p>\n

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Music lovers are equally spoilt for choice this season. Highlights include Michael English on 4 June, Ronnie Greer on 20 June, and Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years<\/em> on 27 June. Country fans can enjoy a lively showcase of talent with the Legends of American Country Show<\/em> on 26 June.<\/p>\n

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For something a little different, Off The Rails Dance presents BPM<\/em>\u2014a powerful fusion of contemporary dance and a thumping DJ set. This electrifying performance immerses audiences in the era-defining spirit of the Acid House generation, offering a vibrant journey back to the heart of 90s rave culture.<\/p>\n

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Drama enthusiasts won\u2019t be disappointed either. Les Liaisons Dangereuses<\/em>, from London\u2019s National Theatre, will be screened on 25 June, followed by an impressive line-up of live performances including Becoming Marvellous<\/em> (28 July), Work Is The Curse Of The Drinking Classes<\/em> (29 July), and In The Heart Of The Country<\/em> (27\u201329 August).<\/p>\n

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The Market Place Theatre will also once again host the annual John Hewitt International Summer School, featuring a diverse programme of theatre, talks, music and poetry. A firm summer favourite, this much-loved event promises another vibrant and inspiring season.<\/p>\n

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As usual, those with a taste for crafts will be spoilt for choice with an array of engaging and invigorating workshops. Learn the art of woodcarving and produce your own unique piece to take home. Or why not unleash your inner artist at the Paint Your Pet<\/em> class. Or you could tickle your tastebuds when you take part in the massively popular Thai Cooking<\/em> classes and master the art to impress your loved ones at home.<\/p>\n

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Details of all events can be found online at www.visitarmagh.com\/marketplacetheatre<\/a>, and tickets can be booked by contacting the Box Office on 03300 561 025.<\/p>\n

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And to keep up-to-date with the latest news at the Market Place Theatre, you can follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com\/marketplacearmagh<\/a><\/u>) and Twitter (www.twitter.com\/mptarmagh<\/a><\/u>) where you will find all the latest information, special offers and video previews.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The brand-new Summer \u201826 programme has just been unveiled at Armagh\u2019s Market Place Theatre, and it\u2019s bursting with spectacular entertainment. Featuring an exciting mix of top local and international performers, there\u2019s truly something for everyone\u2014whether your passion is live music, comedy, crafts or film, you\u2019re sure to find something to enjoy at The Market Place. … Continued<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[1],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25136"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25136"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25136\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25138,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25136\/revisions\/25138"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25136"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25136"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25136"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}