The Grand Opera House, Belfast

NEXT WEEK: We have something of an unwanted house guest! It’s Awful Auntie! One of David Walliams’ most loved books comes to life on stage. Opens Wednesday! Check out http://bit.ly/AwfulAuntieGOH.

Thanks to all who have already voted for the Grand Opera House to retain its title of Most Welcoming Theatre in Northern Ireland. This year we want to go one better!
Cast your vote now to help us be crowned most Welcoming Theatre in the whole of the UK. Choose Grand Opera House from the Northern Ireland once you’ve followed the link: http://bit.ly/GOHWelcome18.

"Been working so hard..I'm punching my card"
On sale now exclusively to Friends of the Grand Opera House - Belfast Music And Drama Society returns with Footloose!
On sale to the general public 10am Tuesday 14 August. Find out more at http://bit.ly/FootlooseGOH.

Since it's World Book Lovers Day - tell us - what's your favourite?
We may be biased, but personally we love Awful Auntie. Can't wait for it to come to life on stage next week 👉 http://bit.ly/AwfulAuntieGOH.

Bing Bong! Here's a guest announcement from the one and only Mateo Castellanos, ie. Jake Canuso!
Benidorm Live is coming to Belfast --> http://bit.ly/BenidormLiveGOH

WINNING WEDNESDAY: The Grand Opera House have a fantastic family prize to brighten up this rain-soaked day.
How would you like to win a meet and greet with the cast of David Walliams' Awful Auntie on Thursday 16 August, a family pass to the show PLUS a signed copy of the bestselling book.
All you have to do is tell us Awful Auntie’s first name? HINT you may find the answer here: http://bit.ly/AwfulAuntieGOH.

Only 6 shows left for Evita featuring star of The Voice Lucy O’ Byrne. The show has received rave reviews and standing ovations at every performance. So what are you waiting for? Argentina needs you!
Tickets and details at http://bit.ly/GOHevita.

Last year, YOU, the general public, voted us the Most Welcoming Theatre in Northern Ireland. This year, we're hoping to go one better. Read more and vote for the Grand Opera House now at goh.co.uk/vote!
Please, help us spread the word! #SupportLocalTheatre

Did you hear the good news? Want to know who our leading is for The Bodyguard?!
--> http://bit.ly/BodyguardGOH19

CASTING NEWS: Alexandra Burke will return to lead the cast of THE BODYGUARD in February next year.
Tickets on sale now at http://bit.ly/BodyguardGOH19.
The Bodyguard - Musical, Alexandra Burke

Have you made any plans to come visit Awful Auntie this summer? Less than 10 days until David Williams’ storybook character comes to life and you don't want to miss out!
Book now: https://www.goh.co.uk/whats-on/awful-aunt ie/

Grimes & McKee star in their hilarious comedy co-written with Martin Lynch later this month. The History of the Peace (accordion’ to my Ma) is a reminder of what it was like to live in 90s Norn Iron: http://bit.ly/HistoryofthePeaceGOH.
What are your memories?!

Nearly 40,000 tickets sold for this year’s spectacular Pantomime and our beanstalk is growing tall!
So don’t LEAF it too late, otherwise those seats you wanted will have BEAN and gone!
—> http://bit.ly/JackandtheBeanstalkGOH

What a feeling! More than 4000 theatregoers have already got their tickets for Flashdance the Musical. Shouldn’t you be dancing to the box office to get yours? —> http://bit.ly/FlashdanceGOH.

We’re proud to part of Belfast Pride 2018! To everyone attending - have a great time!
Pop in and see us in the Pride village - you can’t miss us!
goh.co.uk #belfastpride #bproud2018

'a visual treat…a passionate and powerful piece of musical theatre' says Belfast Times about Evita.
Don't miss Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's masterpiece before it finishes next Saturday!
Check out http://bit.ly/GOHevita.

Few actors have the stage pedigree as that of Glenn Carter.
Glenn, who features as Che in Evita at the Grand Opera House until 11 August, has played countless musical roles, including Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar (also in the 2000 film version) as well as Tommy DeVito in the London Premiere Cast of Jersey Boys.
Grab your ticket to see Glenn before Evita end on 11 August at http://bit.ly/GOHevita.

‪We’ve swapped the spotlight for the Twilight...Twilight market that is! If you’re calling in to St. George’s Market - come say hello! We’re here till 11pm! goh.co.uk‬

THIS WEEK AND NEXT WEEK: Evita! Come celebrate 40 years of one of the world’s favourite musicals with us. Running time 2h 30m including interval.
Evita. 31 July - 11 August. Check out http://bit.ly/GOHevita.

Wow Blood Brothers what an amazing show from beginning to end. Fantastic performances by all members of the cast. Well done on a truly amazing show �����

What can i say yet another 5 star performance from the wonderful May and cast last night ..this was our 8th year in a row it's a family tradition that we look forward to year after year!rill on Jack and the bean stalk!very friendly chatty staff who always make us feel welcome!

Went to see the Peter Pan Pantomime with my 3yr old daughter, and her grandparents. It was absolutely fantastic! It kept us entertained from beginning to end. The cast were brilliant, and the 3D effects were fantastic.. even though my daughter and I both nearly jumped out of our seats! The staff in the Opera House were very polite & helpful.. would definitely recommend a visit.

Went to see Rebels on Pointe in the Baby Grand. Really enjoyed it having seen The Trocks last time they were in the Opera House and loved it,was nice to see the people behind the tutus . Lovely brave talented funny people . It was also my first time in the Baby grand it’s a lovely space �

Went to see Blood Brothers and the performance was amazing! Thoroughly enjoyed it. My only complaint would be the seats...they were so uncomfortable and I have been to The Grand Opera House so many times and last night was the first time I found the seats uncomfortable.

We go to the panto every year on Christmas Eve and this year it really exceeded itself. We loved the 3D surprise, the cast, costumes, set, everything was just perfect not forgetting the all important gags and our May x Can’t wait for next year. Merry Christmas to all �����

Took my daughter to see Peter Pan last night for the first time in years. Will definitely make it a regular thing every year from now on. Absolutely brilliant, we laughed non stop from start to finish. The music was great, the cast were superb, especially Paul Burling and his impressions, May McFettridge and her digs at everyone and everything. The staff were so friendly and helpful from the minute we walked in until home time.But our favourite was David Bedella as Captain Hook, he was outstanding and had us in stitches. Brilliant night had by us both, we loved it and still talked about it today. Thank you for giving us a great Christmas treat.

Thank u so so much to the amazing staff at tonights performance of peter pan u really made a stressful situation easier your understanding and support while my son was in full melt down was so amazing n supportive the staff really make any show n tonight u all went above n beyond

One very grateful mummy

Helen mckay

Saw Evita, brilliant show, great actors.. night was marred a little when the person in front stood up and when his seat folded back spilt my wine😀

Not long home from lovely day out in Belfast which included seeing fat friends at opera house, it was brilliant I laughed and cried, will be back soon me and my friends love a visit to The Opera House Thankyou

Fab evening watching the Wizard of Oz great seats and cast of all the young children were amazing ..... really recommend this as a family show.

Did the tour yesterday which was fantastic! Loved getting on stage and seeing behind the scenes. Special shout out to the legend that is Harry who showed us around - a lovely man and great at his job!! (we won't mention the fact that we got lost in the Gods!) Definitely recommend :)

Derren Brown: Underground. Derren was amazing as always! It’s the fourth time we have seen him and it won’t be the last. Never ceases to amaze and wow me and leave me wondering how...

Blood brothers. A great storyline with humour & sadness combined. Great cast too and fantastic backdrops. Lynn Paul unable to make it on the night but the stand in ( didnt catch her name) didnt disappoint she had a beautiful voice. A very enjoyable night all round

Blood brothers - what a fantastic show and a beautiful place to watch it. We had a box and could see everything on the stage very well

Always an amazing family day/night out. Great shows and the staff are always so friendly and helpful

Went to see Blood Brothers yesterday and the show and facilities were great. The one issue I did have was that I purchased a ticket for a seat that was listed as not having a restricted view (seat u19 in stalls) but this was not the case as we had a pillar directly in front of us. Other than that it was a great experience but I do feel that this seat should be sold for what it is.

We went to see the play 'blood brothers' amazing play and amazing staff although I was accompanied by two wheelchair users and they were not happy with where they were sat. For one, it was so far to the left they could barely see the stage and, secondly, the area they were sitting in was on a slope, so they spent the entire play sliding down out of their chairs and having to reposition themselves which definitely effected their experience of the play. Otherwise, a stunning building with such a beautiful design, love the elephants!

Yesterday my wife and i went to "Jane Eyre" to the last show in the evening. A nice Production, well played by the actors. But there is one thing i cannot understand and after almost 24 hours i am really angry about that you can take something to drink and eat into the Opera during the Shows!!! Are you serious? The stalls looked like a mess after the show. People just left their plastic glasses, chips and other stuff on the bottom...i really felt ashamed seeing the staff cleanig up after. This is just such a wonderful Building with the wooden scuptures und elephants, the glass roof is extraordinary and lovely. I'm an musician and would love to play in there. But not when i see that the audience is drinking beer, coke and eating chips...perhaps this is normal in the UK and Ireland (Olympia Theatre Dublin the same), i find this a disrespectful behavior from the audience and i felt sorry for the actors!!! The stage is a holy place, humans are performing live, it isn't a cinema or you sit at home on the couch, they create unique moments, which make you laugh, cry etc.

And if people need something to drink and eat and can't wait at least three hours!!?, please charge them if they leave the rubbish and not think a second about it. That is not a highly cultured manner!

I am sorry for my bad english, i am from germany, but that is how i feel...

I hope there will be a change in the thinking about selling goods in Opera houses for the Managments.

Wow Blood Brothers what an amazing show from beginning to end. Fantastic performances by all members of the cast. Well done on a truly amazing show �����

What can i say yet another 5 star performance from the wonderful May and cast last night ..this was our 8th year in a row it's a family tradition that we look forward to year after year!rill on Jack and the bean stalk!very friendly chatty staff who always make us feel welcome!

Went to see the Peter Pan Pantomime with my 3yr old daughter, and her grandparents. It was absolutely fantastic! It kept us entertained from beginning to end. The cast were brilliant, and the 3D effects were fantastic.. even though my daughter and I both nearly jumped out of our seats! The staff in the Opera House were very polite & helpful.. would definitely recommend a visit.

Went to see Rebels on Pointe in the Baby Grand. Really enjoyed it having seen The Trocks last time they were in the Opera House and loved it,was nice to see the people behind the tutus . Lovely brave talented funny people . It was also my first time in the Baby grand it’s a lovely space �

Went to see Blood Brothers and the performance was amazing! Thoroughly enjoyed it. My only complaint would be the seats...they were so uncomfortable and I have been to The Grand Opera House so many times and last night was the first time I found the seats uncomfortable.

We go to the panto every year on Christmas Eve and this year it really exceeded itself. We loved the 3D surprise, the cast, costumes, set, everything was just perfect not forgetting the all important gags and our May x Can’t wait for next year. Merry Christmas to all �����

Took my daughter to see Peter Pan last night for the first time in years. Will definitely make it a regular thing every year from now on. Absolutely brilliant, we laughed non stop from start to finish. The music was great, the cast were superb, especially Paul Burling and his impressions, May McFettridge and her digs at everyone and everything. The staff were so friendly and helpful from the minute we walked in until home time.But our favourite was David Bedella as Captain Hook, he was outstanding and had us in stitches. Brilliant night had by us both, we loved it and still talked about it today. Thank you for giving us a great Christmas treat.

Thank u so so much to the amazing staff at tonights performance of peter pan u really made a stressful situation easier your understanding and support while my son was in full melt down was so amazing n supportive the staff really make any show n tonight u all went above n beyond

One very grateful mummy

Helen mckay

Saw Evita, brilliant show, great actors.. night was marred a little when the person in front stood up and when his seat folded back spilt my wine😀

Not long home from lovely day out in Belfast which included seeing fat friends at opera house, it was brilliant I laughed and cried, will be back soon me and my friends love a visit to The Opera House Thankyou

Fab evening watching the Wizard of Oz great seats and cast of all the young children were amazing ..... really recommend this as a family show.

Did the tour yesterday which was fantastic! Loved getting on stage and seeing behind the scenes. Special shout out to the legend that is Harry who showed us around - a lovely man and great at his job!! (we won't mention the fact that we got lost in the Gods!) Definitely recommend :)

Derren Brown: Underground. Derren was amazing as always! It’s the fourth time we have seen him and it won’t be the last. Never ceases to amaze and wow me and leave me wondering how...

Blood brothers. A great storyline with humour & sadness combined. Great cast too and fantastic backdrops. Lynn Paul unable to make it on the night but the stand in ( didnt catch her name) didnt disappoint she had a beautiful voice. A very enjoyable night all round

Blood brothers - what a fantastic show and a beautiful place to watch it. We had a box and could see everything on the stage very well

Always an amazing family day/night out. Great shows and the staff are always so friendly and helpful

Went to see Blood Brothers yesterday and the show and facilities were great. The one issue I did have was that I purchased a ticket for a seat that was listed as not having a restricted view (seat u19 in stalls) but this was not the case as we had a pillar directly in front of us. Other than that it was a great experience but I do feel that this seat should be sold for what it is.

We went to see the play 'blood brothers' amazing play and amazing staff although I was accompanied by two wheelchair users and they were not happy with where they were sat. For one, it was so far to the left they could barely see the stage and, secondly, the area they were sitting in was on a slope, so they spent the entire play sliding down out of their chairs and having to reposition themselves which definitely effected their experience of the play. Otherwise, a stunning building with such a beautiful design, love the elephants!

Yesterday my wife and i went to "Jane Eyre" to the last show in the evening. A nice Production, well played by the actors. But there is one thing i cannot understand and after almost 24 hours i am really angry about that you can take something to drink and eat into the Opera during the Shows!!! Are you serious? The stalls looked like a mess after the show. People just left their plastic glasses, chips and other stuff on the bottom...i really felt ashamed seeing the staff cleanig up after. This is just such a wonderful Building with the wooden scuptures und elephants, the glass roof is extraordinary and lovely. I'm an musician and would love to play in there. But not when i see that the audience is drinking beer, coke and eating chips...perhaps this is normal in the UK and Ireland (Olympia Theatre Dublin the same), i find this a disrespectful behavior from the audience and i felt sorry for the actors!!! The stage is a holy place, humans are performing live, it isn't a cinema or you sit at home on the couch, they create unique moments, which make you laugh, cry etc.

And if people need something to drink and eat and can't wait at least three hours!!?, please charge them if they leave the rubbish and not think a second about it. That is not a highly cultured manner!

I am sorry for my bad english, i am from germany, but that is how i feel...

I hope there will be a change in the thinking about selling goods in Opera houses for the Managments.

Wow Blood Brothers what an amazing show from beginning to end. Fantastic performances by all members of the cast. Well done on a truly amazing show �����

What can i say yet another 5 star performance from the wonderful May and cast last night ..this was our 8th year in a row it's a family tradition that we look forward to year after year!rill on Jack and the bean stalk!very friendly chatty staff who always make us feel welcome!

Went to see the Peter Pan Pantomime with my 3yr old daughter, and her grandparents. It was absolutely fantastic! It kept us entertained from beginning to end. The cast were brilliant, and the 3D effects were fantastic.. even though my daughter and I both nearly jumped out of our seats! The staff in the Opera House were very polite & helpful.. would definitely recommend a visit.

Went to see Rebels on Pointe in the Baby Grand. Really enjoyed it having seen The Trocks last time they were in the Opera House and loved it,was nice to see the people behind the tutus . Lovely brave talented funny people . It was also my first time in the Baby grand it’s a lovely space �

Went to see Blood Brothers and the performance was amazing! Thoroughly enjoyed it. My only complaint would be the seats...they were so uncomfortable and I have been to The Grand Opera House so many times and last night was the first time I found the seats uncomfortable.

We go to the panto every year on Christmas Eve and this year it really exceeded itself. We loved the 3D surprise, the cast, costumes, set, everything was just perfect not forgetting the all important gags and our May x Can’t wait for next year. Merry Christmas to all �����

Took my daughter to see Peter Pan last night for the first time in years. Will definitely make it a regular thing every year from now on. Absolutely brilliant, we laughed non stop from start to finish. The music was great, the cast were superb, especially Paul Burling and his impressions, May McFettridge and her digs at everyone and everything. The staff were so friendly and helpful from the minute we walked in until home time.But our favourite was David Bedella as Captain Hook, he was outstanding and had us in stitches. Brilliant night had by us both, we loved it and still talked about it today. Thank you for giving us a great Christmas treat.

Thank u so so much to the amazing staff at tonights performance of peter pan u really made a stressful situation easier your understanding and support while my son was in full melt down was so amazing n supportive the staff really make any show n tonight u all went above n beyond

One very grateful mummy

Helen mckay

Saw Evita, brilliant show, great actors.. night was marred a little when the person in front stood up and when his seat folded back spilt my wine😀

Not long home from lovely day out in Belfast which included seeing fat friends at opera house, it was brilliant I laughed and cried, will be back soon me and my friends love a visit to The Opera House Thankyou

Fab evening watching the Wizard of Oz great seats and cast of all the young children were amazing ..... really recommend this as a family show.

Did the tour yesterday which was fantastic! Loved getting on stage and seeing behind the scenes. Special shout out to the legend that is Harry who showed us around - a lovely man and great at his job!! (we won't mention the fact that we got lost in the Gods!) Definitely recommend :)

Derren Brown: Underground. Derren was amazing as always! It’s the fourth time we have seen him and it won’t be the last. Never ceases to amaze and wow me and leave me wondering how...

Blood brothers. A great storyline with humour & sadness combined. Great cast too and fantastic backdrops. Lynn Paul unable to make it on the night but the stand in ( didnt catch her name) didnt disappoint she had a beautiful voice. A very enjoyable night all round

Blood brothers - what a fantastic show and a beautiful place to watch it. We had a box and could see everything on the stage very well

Always an amazing family day/night out. Great shows and the staff are always so friendly and helpful

Went to see Blood Brothers yesterday and the show and facilities were great. The one issue I did have was that I purchased a ticket for a seat that was listed as not having a restricted view (seat u19 in stalls) but this was not the case as we had a pillar directly in front of us. Other than that it was a great experience but I do feel that this seat should be sold for what it is.

We went to see the play 'blood brothers' amazing play and amazing staff although I was accompanied by two wheelchair users and they were not happy with where they were sat. For one, it was so far to the left they could barely see the stage and, secondly, the area they were sitting in was on a slope, so they spent the entire play sliding down out of their chairs and having to reposition themselves which definitely effected their experience of the play. Otherwise, a stunning building with such a beautiful design, love the elephants!

Yesterday my wife and i went to "Jane Eyre" to the last show in the evening. A nice Production, well played by the actors. But there is one thing i cannot understand and after almost 24 hours i am really angry about that you can take something to drink and eat into the Opera during the Shows!!! Are you serious? The stalls looked like a mess after the show. People just left their plastic glasses, chips and other stuff on the bottom...i really felt ashamed seeing the staff cleanig up after. This is just such a wonderful Building with the wooden scuptures und elephants, the glass roof is extraordinary and lovely. I'm an musician and would love to play in there. But not when i see that the audience is drinking beer, coke and eating chips...perhaps this is normal in the UK and Ireland (Olympia Theatre Dublin the same), i find this a disrespectful behavior from the audience and i felt sorry for the actors!!! The stage is a holy place, humans are performing live, it isn't a cinema or you sit at home on the couch, they create unique moments, which make you laugh, cry etc.

And if people need something to drink and eat and can't wait at least three hours!!?, please charge them if they leave the rubbish and not think a second about it. That is not a highly cultured manner!

I am sorry for my bad english, i am from germany, but that is how i feel...

I hope there will be a change in the thinking about selling goods in Opera houses for the Managments.