THE NECKLACE
9 March 2025 | Lyric Theatre, Belfast
Belfast Ensemble premiere a heart breaking new musical theatre love story, live in concert at the Lyric.
For one spectacular night, the internationally acclaimed Belfast Ensemble (Abomination, Propaganda) will perform Ivor Novello nominated composer Conor Mitchell’s ravishing new musical in an unforgettable gala concert.
Based on the classic French love story, and with large live orchestra, this heart wrenching score receives its Irish premiere on the Lyric stage and promises to be a groundbreaking night for new musicals.
"Mitchell continues to prove to be one of the most vital and uncategorisable of contemporary composers in Northern Ireland" (Opera Journal)
Cast includes:
Chanice Alexander-Burnett Minister’s Wife / Countess
Christina Bennington Camille Loisel
Mark Dugdale The Handsome Stranger
Darren Franklin Alain
Kara Lane Madame Jean Forestier
Charlie McCullagh Gustav Loisel
Ciara Mackey Narrator
Tom O’Kelly The Jeweller
Nigel Richards Vernier
Brigid Shine Colette
