Belvoir Players

Belvoir Players Leading NI theatre company based in Belvoir Studio Belfast. Renowned adult group and youth academy.
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Meet the cast of Belvoir Players hilarious production of No Hope Here, which tours the province this summer.Poppy Seller...
11/07/2026

Meet the cast of Belvoir Players hilarious production of No Hope Here, which tours the province this summer.

Poppy Seller - Louise Hanley

Contact each venue directly for tickets.

Performance dates:
Craic Arts Centre, Coalisland - Sat 18 July
Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen - Fri 24 & Sat 25 July
Portrush Town Hall - Wed 29 July - Sat 1 August
Studio 1A, Bangor - Fri 7 - Sat 8 August
Strule Arts Centre, Omagh - Sat 15 August
Marketplace Theatre, Armagh - Sat 22 August
Belvoir Studio Theatre, Belfast - Thurs 10 - Sat 12 September

Belvoir Players return with their much loved summer tour for 2026.Set in Belfast, in the run up to the ceasefire, No Hop...
19/06/2026

Belvoir Players return with their much loved summer tour for 2026.

Set in Belfast, in the run up to the ceasefire, No Hope Here, by Viv Brennan, tells the story of Rab Devlin, and his wife Maggie, as they try to sell their house after getting grant money from the Housing Executive. When Maggie and her sister Doreen advertise the house for sale in the paper, Rab, egged on by his brother-in-law Liam, claims intimidation to avoid having to pay the grant money back. One problem, word gets out to the local UDA and IRA, who send people to protect him. Throw in the Housing Executive and the RUC, who all turn up at the same time, and you have the recipe for a good, old Ulster Comedy.

Rehearsals are in full swing for this very funny play, and the cast can’t wait to get on the stage and entertain audiences across the province.

Contact each venue directly for tickets.

🏆 ULSTER DRAMA FESTIVAL FINAL RESULTS 🏆What a fabulous return to the Association Of Ulster Drama Festivals full length p...
26/04/2026

🏆 ULSTER DRAMA FESTIVAL FINAL RESULTS 🏆

What a fabulous return to the Association Of Ulster Drama Festivals full length play Festival circuit for Belvoir Players - congratulations to all of the team on their wonderful achievements which included winning best overall production 👏

Well done to all involved in the Festival - it is brilliant to have such a forum to enjoy and celebrate local talent 🎭

📢 SUMMER TOUR AUDITIONS 📢✨ Summer Tour Show ✨Our adult group Summer Tour show for 2026 will be the hilarious comedy 'No ...
24/03/2026

📢 SUMMER TOUR AUDITIONS 📢

✨ Summer Tour Show ✨

Our adult group Summer Tour show for 2026 will be the hilarious comedy 'No Hope Here' directed by Shane Johnson.

✨ Auditions ✨

Auditions will be held in Belvoir Studio Theatre on:

Monday 13th April 19.00 
Sunday 19th April 18.00

Please attend both nights if possible. 

These sessions will be very informal with no advance preparation required. 

There is always an aim to double cast the Summer production so there are plenty of opportunities for males and females. The Director will take a flexible approach to casting. All welcome, including new joiners.

✨ Rehearsals ✨

Rehearsals will be every Sunday (19.00) and Monday (19.30) evenings at Belvoir Studio Theatre. 

A full rehearsal schedule will be shared at the auditions. It is vital that those cast attend as many rehearsals as possible. 

✨ Performances ✨

Current dates and venues:

18 July - Craic Theatre, Coalisland
24 -25 July - Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen 
29 July - 1 August - Town Hall, Portrush
7-8 August - Studio 1A, Bangor
15 August - Strule Arts Centre, Omagh
22 August - Marketplace Theatre, Armagh
10-12 September - Belvoir Studio Theatre, Belfast

Final schedule subject to change.

✨ Contact ✨

If you have any questions please email [email protected].  

We look forward to seeing new and familiar faces at the readings!

💃🏻 Dancing At Lughnasa 💃🏻Photo roundup part 2
22/03/2026

💃🏻 Dancing At Lughnasa 💃🏻

Photo roundup part 2

💃🏻 Dancing At Lughnasa 💃🏻Photo roundup part 1
22/03/2026

💃🏻 Dancing At Lughnasa 💃🏻

Photo roundup part 1

🎭 DRESS REHEARSAL 🎭A little sneak peek of what you can expect from our production of Dancing at Lughnasa this week! It's...
19/03/2026

🎭 DRESS REHEARSAL 🎭

A little sneak peek of what you can expect from our production of Dancing at Lughnasa this week!

It's shaping up to be a great show - don't miss out!

Only a few tickets left - visit www.BelvoirPlayers.org!

🎭 GET TO KNOW THE TEAM 🎭✨ What’s your name and role?My name is Claire Ashe and I am the director of Dancing at Lughnasa....
18/03/2026

🎭 GET TO KNOW THE TEAM 🎭

✨ What’s your name and role?

My name is Claire Ashe and I am the director of Dancing at Lughnasa.

✨ Tell us a little about yourself... 

I am a mum to two adult children and work full time as a teacher.

✨ Why did you pick this show?

I was really drawn to how the  five sisters interact and find moments of light and joy when they are trapped by poverty, strict social codes and the weight of their responsibilities.

✨ What’s your favourite thing about the show?

It is hard to pick my favourite thing about the show as there are so many moments that resonate with me . All of the different dancing and the reasons behind it is thought provoking.

✨ Why should people come see the show?

Dancing at Lughnasa is an insightful play delivered by a talented cast. Definately not one to miss!

🎭 GET TO KNOW THE TEAM 🎭✨ What’s your name and role?My name is Mary McGowan and I play the youngest Mundy sister, Christ...
18/03/2026

🎭 GET TO KNOW THE TEAM 🎭

✨ What’s your name and role?

My name is Mary McGowan and I play the youngest Mundy sister, Christina.

✨ Tell us a little about yourself...

In my spare time you’ll find me at the piano singing, binging Game of Thrones, or at the top of cavehill on a sunny day.

✨ Tell us about your character...

Despite being the youngest sister, Christina is a confident young woman who is sure of herself and her role in the Mundy household. Her son, Michael, instils joy in the sisters as they muse over his learning and art. Although her love interest Gerry Evan’s has proven himself time again as an unreliable and charlatan, she can’t help falling for his utter charm each time he returns to Ballybeg.

✨ What’s your favourite thing about the show?

My favourite thing about the show is how the narrative is revealed through both the 1930s action on stage and Michael’s insightful monologues. This constant switch between past and present makes the plight of the Mundy sisters all the more devastating.

✨ Why should people come see the show?

This show is a heartwarming classic that will make you laugh, cry, and serve as a reminder to appreciate joy in the small things!

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