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Experience the magic of live performing arts with Bright Umbrella Theatre. We offer a wide range of performances, including theatre, dance, and music. Join us for an unforgettable experience!

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baby it's cold outside

Tuesday 16th December 2025 to Saturday 3rd January 2026

'I mean, you can't be a lesbian.  Look at you, you're lovely.  You're from the Falls Road, a working class girl for f*cks sake, you work in Primark.  Who ever heard of a lesbian working in Primark? Brenda Murphy's outrageous, ''Baby It's Cold Outside' is our hilarious Christmas show.  Set in a snow-trapped, isolated cottage on the Black Mountain outside Belfast, the play presents a bizarre love triangle.  Pregnant Patsy, a young West Belfast woman has gone to live there and have her baby with the support of her two female friends: older woman and academic Sally and the beautiful American Law student, Madison. Into this arrives Joe, Patsy’s ex-boyfriend and the father of the baby. He wants to win Patsy back and assert his rights as father of the child.  But, nothing is as it seems....  Baby Its Cold Outside is a comedy by award-winning playwright, Brenda Murphy (A Night With George). 


Tickets: £20; £17 concessions; £65 for group of 4

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THE EAST LAFFS!

Belfast’s Funniest Night Out

Step into the quirky cabaret-style setting of The Sanctuary (Studio) Theatre in East Belfast and experience the electric atmosphere of the city’s most legendary comedy club night.  This laugh-packed series brings together some of the finest comedic talent from across Northern Ireland and beyond.  From rising stars to seasoned pros, each show features a fresh lineup of stand-up acts guaranteed to leave you in stitches.
🗓️ Thursday, 27th November 2025
🎤 Featuring: TBC

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Sausage sodas and onion bhajis

29th November and 30th November

Writer and broadcaster, Lata Sharma presents a warm, humorous, light-hearted one woman show based on the life of a sassy wee teenage Indian girl born at the start of the Troubles & reared in East Belfast. Who whilst desperately trying to ‘fit in’ with her local mates, also finds herself having to learn on the hoof how to navigate the sectarianism, the racism, and endless cultural clashes faced at home from her immigrant parents!
*Adults Only* 

Running time 60 mins approx. 

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A SANCTUARY CHRISTMAS WITH RICKY WARWICK

11th December - 14th December

The Sanctuary Theatre, Belfast is thrilled to welcome back one of rock’s most loved frontmen – Ricky Warwick (The Almighty, Thin Lizzy, Black Star Riders).  Over four intimate nights in the historic Sanctuary Theatre (Thu 11 – Sun 14 Dec 2025) Ricky will present, “The Twelve Covers of Christmas” – performing and sharing stories behind 12 songs that shaped his career.  Hosted by his great friend and co-conspirator Sam Robinson, the show will again take on the popular format of a “an evening with”…..and this year we’re inviting you right into Ricky’s living room for a couple of hours of music and laughter.  Previous shows sold out fast – don’t miss out!  Tickets on sale now – grab yours before they’re gone!  See you on the Lower East Side 

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The Glen Eagles

20th February

Jim Sisk and Paul Dean have been playing the music of Eagles and Fleetwood Mac for nearly 30 years with renowned tribute band The Illegals. It was during the Covid lockdown that the pair began experimenting with novel two piece arrangements of classic tracks by these West Coast giants. Now with the addition to the Glen Eagles lineup of one of Belfast’s best known and respected singers, Maggie Toal, their unique take on the songs of Stevie Nicks and Christine McVie can be heard alongside those of Don Henley and Glen Frey in one remarkable show. 

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Shine bright

Theatre for All

Shine Bright is Bright Umbrella's empowering theatre based, community programme.  Shine Bright responds to the needs and talent of the community, promoting and developing creative skills and encouraging community cohesion in a relaxed and informal setting.  Shine Bright meets on a Monday evening from 6:30-9:00 pm.  We work to develop skills in drama, build confidence and play creatively.  Sessions are open to all adults who want to make new friends, gain confidence, have fun through Theatre!  The weekly session are on a PAY-WHAT-YOU-CAN basis.  Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

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The Sanctuary Theatre, Mountpottinger Old Church, 1a Castlereagh Street, Belfast BT5 4NE. Contact Lindsay at 07305 069597

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