2023 Festival

A morning of mindful colouring in Belfast Central Library.

'Myth' exhibits a collection of drawings and ceramics produced by Action Mental Health service users based in Portadown and Newry.

Exhibition from Armagh Rhymer, Dara Vallely.

Written piece by Paul Doran inspired by our 2023 Artist Residency.

Short film by Sushila Devi-Callaghan.

Exhibition from artists Zoë Dilworth and Robyn Haslett that centres around mental health.

A night of conversation between Armagh Rhymer Dara Vallely and Writer Brian Coney.

An Evocative Theatra Dance Piece from Echo Echo Dance Studio.

Lunchtime puzzles at Belfast Central Library.

Performance poet Alice McCullough brings her critically acclaimed one-woman show to Seamus Heaney Homeplace.

An interactive exhibition that invites the public to take part.

Audio-visual installation exploring the mythology of the artist.

Artist Jonathan Brennan gives a screenprinting demo.

A workshop and exhibition tour for children with the Armagh Rhymers.

Master weaver and researcher Deborah White delivers a Crios Weaving workshop in CCA on Sat 13 May 2023, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.

Join Ben Harris and Alex Johnson as they guide you through the folklore, myths and tales of Tyrone.

Children's workshop (8 - 11) by Fighting Words that explores storytelling.

Figure This is a body positive life drawing workshop designed to celebrate our stories.

An online embroidery workshop.

A Special Tour of Works at the FE McWilliam for NIMHAF.

Movement for Wellbeing Workshop with Sandy Cuthbert - Awakening to Spring.

Sessions that introduce parents and young children to rhymes, songs and stories.

A freeform performance by acclaimed comedian and performance artist Paul Currie.

Meet the artists and have a look around the space at the Makers Mall in Castle Court.

Film screening of Lakelands, the debut feature from Robert Higgins and Patrick McGivney.

The Crescent welcomes a performance by the mythological trio of poet-musicians TRÚ, in collaboration with Moving On Music as part of NIMHAF 2023.

Shadow Puppet Storytelling & Crafting workshop with Kerrie Hanna.

A sound bath session for children using singing bowls, percussion and voice with Tessa Ann.

A conversation on Myths with Poetry NI.

Group exhibition raising awareness of EUPD/BPD and tackling the myths and stigma it attracts.

Written piece by Brian Coney inspired by Geordie Barnett.

Exhibition that explores the disorder of Dysthimia and works to challenge tropes.

Void Gallery is delighted to present Re_sett_ing_s, a collaborative exhibition between Locky Morris and Jaki Irvine.

Exhibition from Belfast-based Photographer Billy Woods.

A poetry and photography project run by Creative Lives working with 12 groups across NI.

Interview with this year's 'Festival Advocate'.

Premiere of NIMHAF film exploring myths and combining a specially-commissioned script, archive as well as new footage.

Silly Billy Collective's May Social Meet Up for Neurodivergent Artists.

A self-directed creative space filled with supplies for all ages to use.

Audio Installation by Pedro Rebelo working with the group 'Hearing Voices'.

A visual art exhibition that re-interprets local tales, myths and folklore.

Poetry Workshop Designed to Inspire by Shelley Tracey.

Family storytelling time for children with Collin Urwin from Armstrong Storytelling Trust.

Poetry Therapy in Practice: Myths, Journeys and Self-discovery.

A workshop with Stephen Millar and Méabh Meir from Array Studios.

A Collaborative Sound Bath Experience at Sonic Lab in SARC.

A durational performance piece from artist Chloe Austin.

Music And Poetry Therapy Workshop with Kirsty Orr and Shelley Tracey

Draw the historical 2 Royal Avenue in this free workshop from Marcus Patton.

Join Noelle McAlinden and panel of artists and organisers to discuss 'Myths'.

Sound-led yoga workshop from DJ Rachel Reid-McCann and yoga instructor Jess Brien.

An online panel discussion from Compassion City Belfast.

Workshop with Xenia Pestova Bennett that explores the concept of stage fright and coping mechanisms to navigate it.

Listen to some of Ireland's best new musicians in the chilled out folk and ambient scene in an intimate and meditative space.

Creative workshop for 1 - 3 year olds with artist Sinead Crumlish.

An afternoon of storytime and crafts for children at Belfast Central Library.

Audiovisual rave for current and former kids.

Comedy Performance by psychotherapist Luke McGibbon

Catalyst Cafe is a space to grab a cup of tea, have a chat, and take some time out from studio/work/life. Let's huddle and sing/dance/laugh/cry about being an artist.

Exhibition from multi-disciplinary artist and musician Claire Miskimmin.

A poetry and photography project run by Creative Lives working with 12 groups across NI.

A film created during lockdown by Sobriety Films.

Banshee is a short gothic horror composed entirely of still images by Mervyn Marshall.

An open mic platform event hosted by spoken word artist Frank Rafferty in Void Gallery.

Get read aloud to at Belfast Central Library.

Foraging walk with wild tea and plant lore.

Student Writing Showcase at the Seamus Heaney Centre.

An exhibition of work from artists in the Anaka Womens Collective.

A collaborative audio-visual installation from Cathal Cully and Chad Alexander.

Interactive conversation on sustainability with VACAN in 2 Royal Avenue.

Writing workshop with Deidre Cartmill that explores writing as meditation, healing and effortless inspiration.

A special folktale making session with Pencil Portal.

An afternoon of Lego building at the Belfast Central Library.

Join Electra and Dickie Beau for a very special Drag Storytime!

Reading by author Niamh Brownlee of her book reflecting on her mental health journey.

Kid's Cook-Along with nutrition consultant Sal Hanvey proving healthy food really can be tasty.

A Morning of Knitting and Conversation at Belfast Central Library.

Stories from the Creative Workshop participants of Brain Injury Matters.

Contemporary artists Husk Bennett and Davy Mahon Discuss urban myths and how half-truths play a role in each artist's practise with an emphasis on the trials and tribulations of being an artist, failure, Larne and Cats.

A Songbook of Stories, Myths and Legends with the Enthusiasts Choir.

An evening of music, visuals, storytelling, and performance to celebrate ancient stones and sacred sites.

Explore different approaches to explorative drawing and composition resulting a collaborative piece.

A collaboration of work centred around the neurodivergent brain.

WellSprings at the Mill, Ballinamallard welcomes you to a one-day workshop.

Performance by the Armagh Rhymers, one of the most celebrated traditional music and theatre ensembles on the island of Ireland.

A performance by Joe Nawaz.

Trying to pretend Everything is Okay' is an exhibition by Graeme McCormick at Belfast Exposed.