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The Cove
Echo Echo's dizzying collaboration with climber Dan Shipsides reaches its peak in this hypnotic performance inspired by the cliffs of Donegal -
Maiden Voyage Dance Triple Bill
Brave and breathtaking interpretations of love, loss and living prove the power of three in this new package of works -
Big Screen Treatment for People in Isolation
Therapeutic filmmaking is giving men marginalised through mental health issues and offending a chance to restore relationships and change their lives -
Complete Guide to Brilliant Corners
Andrew Moore gives a full five-day run-down of events as Belfast's only jazz festival reaches its fifth year -
Leah Totton: Operating Successfully
The cosmetic treatment innovator and winner of The Apprentice on being a top businesswoman and sharing her experiences -
Intercultural and Anti-Racism Festival
Foyle Film Festival presents 12 days of acclaimed cinema and family screenings exploring issues of race, representation and diversity -
Josef Locke: Still Blazing Away
A century after his birth, a new biography and exhibition of artefacts will give a definitive account of the celebrated singer's life in show business -
Children's Theatre: It's a Kind of Magic
Cahoots NI is conjuring up something special with its revival of Nivelli's War and the sense of wonder its bringing from Belfast to Broadway -
Where Art and Science Intersect
Aislinn Cassidy's fusion of both fields stems from systematic constraints in education and disconnect between areas of study -
St. Patrick's Day Spring Carnival
Derry and Strabane go green to mark March 17 with a packed weekend of music, dance, food and folklore for all the family to enjoy -
Pound Music Club
The spirit of the Belfast institution lives on in the lungs of Kenny McDowell, whose voice still enraptures a faithful following after 50 years -
Ards International Guitar Festival
Newtownards comes alive with five days of eclectic performances, clinics and tours to suit every guitar lover's tastes -
Best (George Best: All By Himself)
Though arguably too linear in scope, the latest chronicle of our greatest footballing talent's tragic journey is nonetheless elegantly and fearlessly told -
Derry-Strabane Mean Business with Enterprise Week 2017
From Virgin Media and Google to self-made millionaire Lara Morgan, budding entrepreneurs and start-ups won't be short of motivation from this year's line-up -
Eight Enlightening Insights from Output Belfast
Here's what we learned as music industry experts came together for a series of seminars, panels and keynotes addressing today's biggest talking points -
Documenting George's Best and Worst
Georgie's genius is given the cinematic treatment, but Daniel Gordon's new biopic doesn't edit around the personal oblivion that defined the footballer's latter days -
Fermanagh Open Weekend
Discover and explore Fermanagh's top visitor attractions for free as the county welcomes the start of the spring season -
The Fits
This adolescent dance drama eschews coming-of-age tropes in favour of a more unorthodox yet fascinating slow burn -
City of Derry Drama Festival
Amateur groups from across Ireland compete with seven nights of challenging and varied productions at the Waterside Theatre -
Dirty Dancing
Staying true to the original, this steamy stage adaptation is guaranteed to satisfy fans of the classic, feel-good film -
Brian Irvine Strikes Up the Bland
Inspired by Carnmoney's aviation pioneer, the composer explores the science of creativity with help from the Ulster Orchestra and 200 female singers -
Get Excited About Output
Andrew Moore picks out 10 must-see highlights of the upcoming music industry conference and artist showcase event in Belfast -
Reassembled, Slightly Askew
Head into an immersive audio-sensory simulation of artist Shannon Yee's life-changing brain injury as her binaural theatre production returns -
Valentine's Day Gift Guide
Show your love this year with these locally-sourced, creative ideas - from romantic experiences to beautiful, handmade items -
From Classical Ballet to Dirty Dancing
Former cruise ship performer Carlie Milner is having the time of her life in a new musical adaptation of the '80s favourite, soon to steam up the Millennium Forum -
AVA Festival
AVA pulls out all the stops for its first weekend outing at T13, with two days of conferences, talks, music and arts from a wealth of global and local artists -
Going into Business with Art
Meabh Nichol and family on opening the Ormeau Road's new Hallows Gallery and the visual works making it a viable venture -
Karen O'Kane Has Silky Skills
Growing up, creativity was the very air she breathed. Now the Donegal-based artist's signature designs are sold in craft shops all over Ireland and beyond -
Powder Her Face
Northern Ireland's first production of Thomas Adés's notorious, sex-fuelled opera holds a mirror to modern society and the perils of promiscuity -
Antrim Live
A new arts and cultural festival bringing an extravaganza of entertainment to the heart of Antrim town -
Ten Payday Weekend Ideas
It's been a long month of tightening the belts, so celebrate the fact that it's almost over by getting out to these great events -
Fun and Games at the Museums
Not just a place for old relics – a new festival plans to exhibit the priceless potential of Northern Ireland's museums for ages 0-5 -
Wanda: Feminism and Moving Image
Four days of film screenings, talks, performances and panel discussions celebrating the deep connection between feminism and moving image -
Writers Respond to Refugee Images
Glenn Patterson, Jan Carson and Colin Dardis imagine life as displaced people around the world, as part of Oxfam Ireland exhibition touring NI libraries -
Playful Museums Festival
NI Museums Council presents a month of activities, workshops and events designed to encourage learning and development in under fives -
Hamlet's Game of Thrones
Icarus Theatre Company set out to show Shakespeare as the HBO fantasist of his time in this take on his timeless tragedy -
Fairytale Ending to Panto Season
The Grand Opera House celebrates record audiences making it to the ball for its recent Cinderella production -
Take a Desert Trip with Sahara Film Screenings
Belfast Film Festival's Landforms series continues with a showcase of cinema from one of the world's most stunning regions -
La La Land
Despite its artistic virtues, the limp narrative of Damien Chazelle's modern musical just won't leave audiences as jazzed as they were with Whiplash -
Music Acts Announced for Output Showcase
Over 40 bands and solo artists are confirmed to play free Belfast gigs as part of next month's creative industries conference -
Help Musicians NI Pitches in for Mental Health
The UK charity's recently launched Belfast office is providing specialised support schemes and counsel for local artists who may be suffering in silence -
Brilliant Corners
The Belfast jazz festival brings even more diverse sounds to the city for its fifth edition, from experimental improv to Belgian prog -
Ten Things to Do for £10 or Less
Bored of staying in? These quality events will help you beat the January blues without breaking the bank -
Astrophotography: A Beginner's Guide to the Galaxy
Entry-level tips for capturing supermoons, auroras and other out of this world phenomena using everyday equipment -
Cultural Highlights for 2017
An early look at what's ahead in the arts across Northern Ireland over the next 12 months, with critics' picks and key dates for your diary -
Northern Ireland Artists to Watch in 2017
A round-up of some of the rising stars tipped to light up local literature, theatre, music and more in the year to come -
Silence
Liam Neeson is the white whale of Scorsese's monumental 26-year passion project, which caps a career-long study of spirituality on the big screen -
Six Books for Christmas
Give the gift of reading as Damian Smyth selects some of the best works published by local writers over the past 12 months -
Why Panto Never Gets Old
Jane Hardy examines the ever-evolving and ageless tradition of Christmas theatre through some of Northern Ireland's current offering -
Garbhan Downey's One-off Christmas Present
Derry writer produces new limited-edition novelette in the space of a month, making for a perfect last-minute stocking filler -
Two Angry Men
Toto Ellis leaves us longing for a feature length in his debut short outlining the theatrical censorship his father and Sam Thompson faced in Belfast 60 years ago -
The Lost Art of Writing a Christmas Song
Belfast singer-songwriter and Seven Summits frontman Rory Nellis on which seasonal ingredients together help strike the right chord -
Janet Mullarney: My Minds i
Multi-disciplined artist confronts a gamut of emotions in a twisted fantasy of sculptures, shadows and illustrations at the F.E. McWilliam Gallery -
Harvest 2017
A brand new country festival has been announced with Harvest 2017 with Nathan Carter and Miranda Lambert confirmed on the line up -
Hubert Butler: Witness to the Future
Writer, humanitarian and market gardener, 'Ireland's Orwell' is given due recognition for his years-ahead endeavors in this detailed documentary -
Michael McLaverty Short Story Award
Linen Hall Library names Cork writer Kevin Doyle as biennial competition winner with runners up Ciarán Folan and Sinéad Slattery -
NI Thriller Set for Sundance Premiere
Bad Day for the Cut, the feature debut from Six Mile Hill Productions, will screen at the world famous film festival held each January in Utah -
Sarah McGuinness Has the Xmas Factor
Multi-talented Derry artist releases sentimental holiday single and video packed with familiar faces ahead of a busy New Year -
Belfast Photo Festival
Belfast Photo Festival are calling for submissions to be featured alongside industry professionals at this years festival. -
Imagine! Belfast Festival of Ideas & Politics
Imagine! Belfast host their annual Festival of Ideas and Politics, inviting all those that wish to express their opinions and ideas
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