From the magical Cinderella – the Midnight Princess by Cahoots and the MAC, to free drop-in bauble making, there is something for everyone in the MAC’s 2022 Christmas programme when Christmas officially arrives at the venue from next week. The leading arts venue will play host to a series of shows and productions, as well as family craft workshops to introduce the youngest visitors to art when they visit.
The centre piece of the Christmas programme is a unique and magical adaptation of Cinderella which takes to the stage from 30th November, co-produced by the MAC and award-winning children’s theatre company, Cahoots. Starring Belfast’s own Corrie Earley, Jayne Wisener as the Fairy Godmother and Richard Croxford as the King, Cinderella promises to be a heart-warming family show packed with magical moments, incredible illusions and stunning songs inspired by Mozart, reimagined in a new way.
Paul Bosco Mc Eneaney, Artistic Director at Cahoots said: “Cinderella – The Midnight Princess marks Cahoots’ return to the main stage in the MAC for the first time since Christmas 2018, and after the past few challenging years we are thrilled to finally be back!
“A show now years in the making, we are delighted that at last it’s finally possible to share it with young audiences and families in the hugely magical way it deserves to be seen.”
Anne McReynolds, Chief Executive at the MAC added: “We are thrilled to welcome audiences back fully this Christmas. It’s our most wonderful time of the year, and we’ve missed it. Cahoots work is consistently fantastic and we are delighted to be working together again. Our theatres will be bouncing with spectacular shows, with the magical Cinderella and the naughty but hilarious Christmas show for adults On the Shelf.
“As usual, we aim to be as inclusive as possible and will be operating our relaxed breakout space on the 6th floor for any child or young person who finds the experience of visiting the theatre overwhelming and have a host of accessible performances too. No matter your background, age or circumstances, we welcome you back to your special space this Christmas. There’s plenty of activity happening that doesn’t cost a penny, including our free playroom which is open every day and our magical Christmas tree in the foyer.”
Caoileann, Curry-Thompson, Arts Development Officer, Drama and Dance, Arts Council of Northern Ireland, principle funder of the MAC said:
“The Arts Council of Northern Ireland is thrilled to see the exciting Christmas programme launched today by the MAC. With a wide range of exhibitions, theatre shows and family activities on offer, this dynamic arts centre in the heart of Belfast is the perfect place to get into the Christmas spirit. I would encourage everyone who wants to experience some festive magic to go along and be enchanted!”
Cinderella is just one highlight of the festive programme. Featuring star of Derry Girls, Tara Lynne O’Neill, ‘On the Shelf’ is a Christmas show strictly for grown-ups, chronicling the events of a night out for 30-something Paula who has just about given up on love. A one-hour show that packs a punch in more ways than one, audiences can experience the mayhem from 9th December.
For more information and tickets for Christmas shows and activities at the MAC, visit themaclive.com.
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