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Black Box

18-22 Hill Street | Cathedral Quarter, Belfast BT1 2LA, Northern Ireland
02890244400
Ranked #12 of 43 nightlife in Belfast
4.5 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Type: Theatres, Bar/ Clubs
Traveller Description: The Black Box is located on Hill Street in the city's Cathedral Quarter, near to the Merchant Hotel and Nicks Warehouse restaurant. The venue hosts... more »
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Belfast, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The Black Box is a great independent arts venue in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter comprising of two main spaces - the cafe bar and a larger venue well suited to live music, comedy and drama alike. The cafe bar has a really cool and relaxed vibe to it with lots of art work on the walls and regular... More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

slap bang in the middle of the cathedral quarter this place is excellent for gigs. you usually have to pay to get into the main room but usually free live music in cafe More

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N. Ireland
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

This is such a trendy place and so laid back. I love going in for a coffee or local 'suki' tea and just sitting in the front room but there are also great concerts on, craft fairs, film nights, exhibitions etc. There is always somthing new and interesting to go to - love this place. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

Great atmosphere, great location, always reasonably priced, many a good gig here! More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

This is a great venue for all things musical and alternative and artsy. Unfortunatey due to funding cuts in the arts, they may not survive. Support this place while you still can. There is a cafe area at the front and a main stage at the back, of this former bonded warehouse. Dionysius, the God of Pleasure and Food and... More

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See 7 more reviews by Lensjunkie for Belfast
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Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

Some excellent music nights for all ages and tastes More

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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012
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One of the best Xmas fun nights out in years - absolutely worth every penny - dinner included in price... I would advise peopel to book early and make sure you take a xmas jumper - the silliest the better! More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012
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A little gem of a concert area with unorthodox shows and a small friendly bar. More

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Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

I first frequented this venue 40 years ago as the Marquee. I loved it then and even more now in its present incarnation. Very hip, friendly and some great shows. More

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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

Small intimate theatre, great atmosphere. Not laid out like a conventional theatre, more like a speakeasy. Very cosy. Has a tea room/cafe on site. More

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