Lyric Theatre, Theatre on Ridgeway Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Description
The Lyric Theatre is a performance venue in Belfast with two separate spaces. The main auditorium holds around 390 seats for standard productions, while the Naughton Studio serves as a smaller space for experimental work and rehearsals.
History
The theatre began in 1951 as a private project in a residential home and later moved to its current dedicated location. This shift reflected the growing professionalization of the performing arts in Belfast.
Culture
The theatre showcases works by local playwrights and features performances from regional artists. You will see productions that reflect the stories and voices of Northern Ireland.
Practical
The venue has a café bar for eating before a show and offers guided tours of the building. Facilities are fully accessible, so visitors with different mobility needs can explore the space comfortably.
Did you know?
The venue became the location of a symbolic moment in 2012 when two political figures shook hands publicly there for the first time. This handshake marked an important step in the region's peace process.
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