Frank Matcham, an famous theatre architect, conceived this Victorian masterpiece in 1894.
The Grand Opera House was meticulously restored during the late 1970s and remains Northern Ireland’s most prominent theatre.
Today, the venue is host to top-class musicals, operas, comedians, plays and concerts.
Claim to Fame
The Grand Opera HOuse was the setting for Van Morrison’s Live Album, recorded here in 1984.
Features
- Ceiling fresco of angelic beings, created by Irish artist Cherith Mc Kinstry
- Intricately detailed plasterwork
- Red plush furnishings
- Restaurant and bar
Visiting
The best way to enjoy the experience of the Grand Opera House is to attend a performance.