Grand Opera House

The Grand Opera House is a charitable theatre in Belfast and Northern Ireland’s oldest theatre. Governed by the Grand Opera House Trust, a registered charity, it presents a varied programme of live performances for audiences of all ages. The schedule includes musicals, plays, ballet and other shows, with tickets available through the theatre’s box office and website. Its second performance space, The Studio, showcases new work and local talent.

Beyond performances, the theatre offers guided tours that explore its history and behind-the-scenes spaces, as well as creative learning opportunities. These include workshops and Access to Acting, a practical skills programme for emerging actors aged 18 to 30 from Deaf and hard-of-hearing communities in Northern Ireland. The programme also regularly features accessible performances in signed, captioned, audio-described and relaxed formats.

Visitors can arrange venue hire, group bookings and pre-show deli platters for two. Gift vouchers offer another way to share the experience of live theatre, while Bronze Friends receive advance show news, special offers and the opportunity to buy tickets before general sale. The theatre is located on Great Victoria Street in Belfast.