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General, Funding, Artists, Organisations, Partnerships

Department for Communities announces funding boost for musicians

22nd October, 2025

A woman and six men, some holding musical instruments, standing on the steps of Parliament Buildings at Stormont.

General, Funding, Artists, Organisations, Partnerships, What's On

Craft NI showcase at RUA’s 144th Annual Exhibition celebrating the strength of Northern Ireland’s craft designer-makers

20th October, 2025

General, Funding, Artists, Organisations, Partnerships

Disabled artists from Belfast and Germany present a powerful audio-visual performance at Bounce Arts Festival, supported by Cultural Bridge

13th October, 2025

Four people standing beside musical equipment with an LGBTQI+ flag in the background.

General, Artists, Organisations, What's On

What's on in the Arts

9th October, 2025

General, Funding, Organisations

Arts organisations report 30% decline in performances, as running costs continue to climb

2nd October, 2025

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General, Funding, Organisations, Partnerships

£400,000 of funding announced for mental health and arts projects

29th September, 2025

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General, Funding, Organisations

Murley Silver Band host concert in Fivemiletown

25th September, 2025

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General, Artists, Organisations, What's On

What's on in the Arts

12th September, 2025

General, Funding, Organisations

Department for Communities announces travel awards for bands

29th August, 2025

Picture of the Minister pictured with band members, with instruments and in traditional scottish kilts