1895 – Grand Opera House, Belfast
Architect: Frank Matcham
Built between 1894-5 and damaged by bombs during the troubles and then restored, the Grand Opera House is a Belfast landmark with its ebullient and eclectic exterior. The exterior features ventilators for the theatre set under onion domes that crown the elaborate plasterwork. The interior has a magnificent ampitheatre with ceiling paintings and elephant head brackets.
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Published September 24, 2009 | Last Updated March 1, 2026
