Ireland Guide
Belfast
Theatres and arts centres
1 Crescent Arts Centre 2–4 University Rd
028/9024 2338
www.crescentarts.org Opening time: Tues– Sat 11.30am–5pmA focus for much of Belfast's left-field arts and performance activities and home to the Fenderesky Gallery, displaying often splendid works by local artists.
2 Lyric Theatre 55 Ridgeway St, off Stranmillis Rd
028/9038 1081
www.lyrictheatre.co.uk Stages more serious contemporary drama, and gave actor Liam Neeson an early platform.
3 Old Museum Arts Centre 7 College Square North
028/9023 5053
www.oldmuseumartscentre.org The place to go for experimental or fringe productions; also hosts regular art exhibitions.