FRANCIS MAGINN PLAY OPENS AT LYRIC THEATRE BELFAST TO SOLD OUT PERFORMANCES

Deaf and hearing audiences from as far as Dublin, travelled to Belfast’s Lyric Theatre to see the world premiere of Call to Adventure – The Life and Travels of Francis Maginn.  The feedback was very positive, and the show will now go on a Northern Irish tour throughout April and May 2026.

Reviews are in:

Alan in Belfast

https://alaninbelfast.blogspot.com/2026/04/call-to-adventure-life-and-times-of.html

British Theatre Guide

https://www.britishtheatreguide.info/reviews/call-to-adventu-lyric-theatre-25482

Audience Reactions

“An incredible play, telling an incredible story”

“Fantastic atmosphere, brilliant performance. Thank you. Really enjoyed it. Well done!”

“Fantastic and brilliant!!! Enjoyed watching it. Well done Paula and Jamie”

“Thank you to great performance so inspired and emotional, the way you brought Francis Maginn’s story to life was incredible, heartfelt work Lisa Kelly and Stephen Kelly!”