The MAC
Description
The MAC is a cultural hub; selecting, creating and mixing up music, theatre, dance and art.
The MAC is a cultural hub and a vital shared space in Belfast. Open 363 days per year, the MAC offers an eclectic programme of visual art, theatre, dance, family workshops and lots more.
The MAC is an award winning facility that has two theatres (a 350 seater and a 120 seater), three art galleries, one rehearsal space, one dance studio, three education and workshop rooms, four offices for resident art groups, one restaurant and bar, one artist-in-residence studio and one permanent artwork.
The Permanent Present is the MAC's only permanent artwork, a major sculptural work by Irish artist Mark Garry commissioned by The Thomas Devlin Fund and the MAC. The sculpture consists of 400 metal wires in the main foyer of the MAC, creating a spectrum of colour that travels through the space akin to a beam of light refracting and reflecting. The installation reflects The Thomas Devlin Fund's commitment to highlighting the futility of violence as well as the hopes and aspirations of the young people.
Bronze - Green Tourism Accredited

- 10 Exchange Street West
- Belfast
- Antrim
- BT1 2NJ
Top Reasons To Visit
- Two theatres and three art galleries
- Café Bar open daily offering breakfast, lunch and kids menus, and a full bar
- Free art exhibitions
- Free family room, packed with games, books and toys
- Breastfeeding friendly, baby changing facilities and family workshops
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On the Street Where We Live - Audio Play Series
On The Street Where We Live is the brand new MAC audio play series about the streets we’re living on in the times we’re living through.
Produced in the MAC’s Audio Lab by local playwrights, creatives and actors, all eight of the 10 minute long episodes are available to listen to here: themaclive.com.

Contact Details
- 10 Exchange Street West
- Belfast
- Antrim
- BT1 2NJ
Current Opening Hours
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Tuesday
09:00-17:00
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Wednesday
09:00-17:00
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Thursday
09:00-17:00
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Friday
09:00-17:00
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Saturday
09:00-17:00
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Sunday
09:00-17:00
Gallery
The Night Before Christmas
The MAC are excited to announce that their Christmas show for 2023 will be a brand new MAC tale, The Night Before Christmas.
The MACAre Yule Being Served?
Christmas... It’s the most wonderful time of the year – unless you work in hospitality! Just ask the staff at the Wind Yer Neck Inn.
The MACNiamh McCann: ‘someone decides, hawk or dove’
'someone decides, hawk or dove' is a commissioned work by artist Niamh McCann as part of the programme for ART:2023.
The MACPressed Petals & Poetry Workshop
In this workshop, you’ll get to write a poem and decorate it with petals that have been pressed using the ancient art of flower pressing!
The MACFestive Frames!
The MAC are bringing back last year’s popular workshop, inviting children for a Christmas dress-up and frame-making session!
The MACImagination Station Special: Fantastic Festive Florals
You will cut, stick, twist, and bend colourful papers to create sculptural flowers to stick on Christmas cards - the perfect gift for someone special.
The MACHolidays Around the World
It's not Christmas in other countries so take a journey around the world to find out what traditions and holidays are celebrated.
The MAC3 Day Masterclass with David Glass
This masterclass by David Glass focuses on developing the skills and tools required for making your own creative work for individuals and groups.
The MACLes Nuits d’Été
À Chloris and a selection of mélodie by Reynaldo Hahn will be performed by soprano Anna Gregg followed by Les Nuits d’Été or Summer Nights.
The MACThe Jeff Reinebold Show
Get ready to experience the ultimate football event of the year as Jeff Reinebold, the charismatic and knowledgeable NFL analyst, returns to Belfast!
The MACThere Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly. I don’t know why she swallowed a fly... But The People’s Theatre Company do!
The MACThank You For The Musicals 2024
Peter Corry is back in Belfast with his show Thank You For The Musicals celebrating the best of musical theatre.
The MACStephen Large: SABOTAGE
Stephen Large, the man behind social media sensation the Dundonald Liberation Army, brings his first-ever solo stand-up comedy show SABOTAGE to the MAC.
The MACThe Mysterious Case of Kitsy Rainey
The Mysterious Case of Kitsy Rainey is a new one man show written and performed by Mikel Murfi.
The MACSongs and Dances of Death & Kindertotenlieder
Experience a double bill of Kindertotenlieder by Mahler and Songs and Dances of Death by Mussorgsky: part of NI Opera’s new Salon Series.
The MACJoe the Magician – Live!
It’s Joe the Magician from RTÉjr! And he’s bringing his spectacular children’s comedy magic and illusion show to the MAC for an afternoon of mind-boggling fun!
The MACMary Gauthier: Dark Enough to See The Stars
Mary's 11th album, the first record in over 8 years consisting of all her own songs, Dark Enough to See the Stars, follows the profound antidote…
The MACLuisa Omielan: Bitter
Luisa Omielan is a comedic force of nature. She takes to The MAC stage on 12 April 2024.
The MACBewitched, Bothered and Bewildered
Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered will be performed by soprano Wendy Ferguson and pianist Ruth McGinley, with songs from the golden age of music theatre.
The MACSeann Walsh: Back from the Bed
Catch Seann Walsh at The MAC on 31 May 2025 on his 'Back from the Bed' tour!
The MACNick Cope’s Family Show
Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years.
The MACThe Highstool Prophets Live
After a successful sold out appearance in 2023, The Highstool Prophets return to The MAC for what is sure to be another memorable evening's entertainment.
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