This richly illustrated talk explores the dance halls that used to be scattered across Belfast, from the luxurious Plaza in the city centre, with its revolving stage, to ‘The Hut’ in East Belfast!

Presented by the Strand’s Heritage Officer, Rosie Hickey, who reflects on the rise - and decline - of these important social spaces, and explores what is left of them today. She also highlights the fascinating parallels between Belfast’s ‘palaces of dance’ and its ‘picture palaces’.

Reminiscence is positively encouraged!

Part of our ‘Heritage Talks’ programme:  free talks about the heritage of the local area, followed by a cuppa and a chat. Hosted by the Strand at our ‘pop-up’ venue at Belmont Bowling Club.  Made possible by The National Lottery Heritage Fund

Date: Thursday 30 July

Time: 11am

Location: Belmont Bowling Club

Price: FREE

Getting to Belmont Bowling Club:

Address: 27 Belmont Park, Belfast BT4 3DU

Buses: G1 or 4c/d/e 5 min walk from Ballyhackamore stop, enter via Kincora Av. 

3 b/g/f 3 min walk via Belmont Park

Parking – free car park on site