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SEAMLESSLY UNITING MUSIC, THEATRE, AND VISUAL STORYTELLING

A PIONEERING FORCE IN CROSS-DISCIPLINARY ART

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SEAMLESSLY UNITING MUSIC, THEATRE, AND VISUAL STORYTELLING

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Culture Night 2026

Music for Solo Cello /
On Hearing of the Death of Dolly Parton

Belfast Ensemble cellist Elias Rooney presents a low-key evening of music for solo cello, including the world premiere of 'On Hearing of the Death of Dolly Parton' by Conor Mitchell.

This laid back concert tours the incredible range of repertoire written for solo cello, including music by Bach, Tavener, and David McCann. Elias will guide you through the programme with his own unique thoughts and perspective on each piece.

A relaxed and resonant musical experience to start your Culture Night.

Performances take place in 30-minute slots from 16:30 to 19:00.

While we're taking a break between sessions, you can catch Maiden Voyage dance company presenting Encounters in the David Hill Studio.

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