Waterfront Hall
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
As we stand on the banks of the River Lagan, it is hard to imagine the Belfast skyline without the magnificent copper dome of the Waterfront Hall. Opened in January nineteen ninety-seven, this landmark was Northern Ireland's…
Listen in the app2The Copper Dome and Architectural Echoes
The most striking feature of the Waterfront Hall is its magnificent copper dome. When it was first installed, the copper gleamed with a bright, metallic luster, but over time, it has aged to a distinctive green patina. …
Listen in the app3The Main Auditorium: A Stage for the World
Step inside the main auditorium, and you are in one of the finest performance spaces in Europe. With a seating capacity of two thousand two hundred and forty-five (or two thousand seven hundred for standing events), the hall is…
Listen in the app4A Pivotal Moment: Bono, Hume, and Trimble (1998)
Perhaps the most important performance in the history of the Waterfront Hall occurred in nineteen ninety-eight. It was not a concert in the traditional sense, but a political and cultural event that captured the eyes of the world. …
Listen in the app5The Arc Brasserie: Views of the Lagan
For a different perspective on the building, visit the Arc Brasserie, a leading restaurant located within the Waterfront Hall. With its sublime views over the River Lagan, it offers a sophisticated space to enjoy the building’s…
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While the main auditorium is the star of the show, the Waterfront Hall also houses a smaller hall, known as the Studio, which can hold up to five hundred people. This space is ideal for more intimate performances, experimental…
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As we conclude our section on the Waterfront Hall, consider its impact on the surrounding area. Since its opening, the waterfront has seen the addition of the five-star Hilton Hotel and other major developments, turning what was…
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As we finish our tour of the Waterfront Hall, we leave with a sense of the immense cultural and historical weight this building carries. It is a place where the world’s greatest artists have shared their voices, and where the…
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What is Waterfront Hall?
Waterfront Hall is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 54.5959, -5.9218 |
| Last updated |
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