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The Musical Life of Nineteenth-Century Belfast
Roy Johnston's posthumous chronicle of the formative period is an unprecedented work. Claire Savage reports from its launch at the Linen Hall Library -
Belfast Book Chosen for Historic Big Read
Paul McVeigh's debut novel The Good Son will be the literary focus of the milestone 50th Brighton Festival -
A Toy for the Ages
As LEGO fanatic Warren Elsmore brings his Brick Wonders exhibition to Derry, Dominic Kearney explores the lasting power behind the creative phenomenon -
Made in Belfast Season at QFT
Queen's Film Theatre and BFI celebrate the city's cinematic heritage with an eclectic week of film and archive footage screenings -
Colin Bateman Reports Back
The celebrated writer revisits his newsroom roots in his latest novel, and looks forward to his Paisley/McGuinness script making it to the big screen -
AVA Festival Confirms Return
Belfast's Titanic Quarter will welcome back the pulsating showcase of electronic music and tech culture this June. Register free for its day conference now -
The Survivalist Trailer Released
Get a first look at Stephen Fingleton's BAFTA-nominated thriller before a preview run at Queen's Film Theatre from February 5 -
Attila the Stockbroker
The firebrand poet exemplifies the rejuvenating power of punk in a razor-sharp and surprisingly poignant Out to Lunch performance -
Mi Mundo
The third instalment of Terra Nova's Arrivals project immerses audiences in the domestic hardships of the UK immigration system -
BBC Inspires Classical in the Classroom
Ten Pieces campaign encourages pupils across Northern Ireland to respond to works by history's most renowned composers -
Belfast Festival Announced for 2016
The first acts and dates have been revealed for this year's edition of the city's autumn arts mainstay -
Cinemagic Calls for Submissions
The film charity for young people is seeking entrants for this year's festival awards competition -
John T. Davis Saves the West for Last
Having recorded his first albums aged 68, the Holywood filmmaker muses on reincarnation, working with Mudd Wallace and his affinity with America -
Artists to Mark First World War Centenary
UK-wide programme of commemorative events and commissions includes major works across Northern Ireland in 2016 -
Derry Eyes the International Stage
After the heady heights of the Fleadh, Cara Dillon believes Cultúrlann's new eight-day Irish music festival will cement the city's place on the map -
Opera, Literature and Lunch
Out to Lunch continue to brighten the dark days of January with a no frills fix of book-based works from NI Opera's fabulous young artists -
New Names Announced for Output Belfast
Orbital man Paul Hartnoll, singer-songwriter Nadine Shah and more join Steve Albini among guest speakers at next month's music industry event -
The Journey of The Suitcase
Jane Coyle on how an inconspicuous Jewish Museum artefact inspired her award-winning play, ahead of a special Holocaust Memorial performance at Belfast City Hall -
The Revenant
Leonardo DiCaprio and the makers of Birdman combine for the visceral, awe-inspiring culmination of their cinematic careers -
DCAL Consultation on the Strategy for Culture & Arts 2016-2026
Help make culture and arts available to everyone by having your say on its use to promote equality and tackle poverty and social exclusion -
Fra Fee Keeps Up the Act
The Les Mis star on the roadblocks that come with musical theatre and giving back through his new drama initiative for young people -
Things to Look Forward to in Northern Ireland
Let your cultural calendar take shape with expert picks for 2016 from our own dedicated critics -
The Survivalist Receives BAFTA Nod
Fermanagh filmmaker Stephen Fingleton's first feature-length has been named among the nominees for this year's Outstanding Debut -
Twenty Films You Have to See in 2016
Whether they're awards season heavyweights, box office giants or something that sparks excitement closer to home, these feature-lengths aren't to be missed in the year ahead
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