08 Aug 08
STOP PRESS _ SOAPBOX vs SC time and venue change...again

We have had to change Speakers Corner vs Soapbox again.

It will start at 7pm in the Black Box cafe and will run to midnight, with spoken word and DJs mixed in.

Bellatrix and Scream Blue Murmur are still on the bill along with students and tutors DJing.

06 Aug 08
Oh Yeah Nevermind Line Up announced

Nevermind Revisited in Association with Trans Festival
Oh Yeah
Thursday 7th August
Doors 8pm
Tickets £10
'Nevermind' was the moment that Nirvana and the US alternative scene went overground. The timing was perfect, the attitude was untouchable, the songs rocked and Kurt Cobain was writing infernal pop songs for a new era. To celebrate the 'Nevermind' legacy, the Oh Yeah music centre will re-imagine the album with local artists. Stuart Bailie will talk about the birth of this classic record and then introduce each track in sequence

1. Smells Like Teen Spirit: Fighting With Wire
2. In Bloom: Mojo Fury
3. Come As You Are: Push Borders
4. Breed: Rachel Austin
5. Lithium: Nocturn
6. Polly: Julianne and Matt (ex CODA)
7. Territorial Pissings: The Dangerfields
8. Drain You: The Lowly Knights
9. Lounge Act: Colenso Parade
10. Stay Away: LaFaro
11. On A Plain: A Plastic Rose
12. Something In The Way: Skruff
13. Endless Nameless: Sparks Fly

30 Jul 08
Soapbox Vs Speakers corner MOVED
Due to the Lifeboat bar moving, we will now be hosting the Soapbox Vs. Speakers corner outside The Roost Bar. Details of its location can be found here.

30 Jul 08
Guitar Dectet CANCELLED

Due to unforseen circumstances, the guitar dectet will be cancelled. Sorry guys!

19 Jul 08
Want to win an X-box?

One of the most influential games to be released this year, “Rockband: Virtual battle of the bands” will be showcased at Northern Irelands first ever big screen competition in the waterfront studio.

On Tuesday 22nd July at 7:30pm, teams of three with Guitar, Bass and Drums will be battling it out onstage to be the best virtual Rock Band in Ireland… and the winning team gets an Xbox each.

While you watch the best and worst gamers battling it out you can enjoy food, drink and play other games including Guitar Hero 3. There’ll be multiple competitions and armfuls of great prizes.

The gig is open to all ages, and alcohol will be available to anyone over 18.

19 Jul 08
Money Back Line Up Completed

Joining The Cutaways and Paul Curry on the line up for this Sunday’s Money Back Guarantee are  Edinburgh bound Hippos in the Shower and The Rumplestiltskins.

As if four acts for £5 wasn’t value enough, all the performers are prepared to gamble their fee that you’ll think they’re worth the money. As is always the way with Money Back Guarantee you’ll get your fiver back at the end of the night and YOU decide who if anyone was worth admission price.

Doors at the Black Box are at 8 and the bar’s open till midnight

http://www.myspace.com/cutaways
http://www.edfringe.com/shows/detail.php?action=shows&id=1499

14 Jul 08
Register now for Free Ableton Masterclasses

As part of trans 08 we'll be running a couple of Ableton Materclasses on the 19th July and 9th August.

To register send your details to info@transbelfast.com or phone Box Office on 028 9033 4455

19th July 2-5pm @ Waterfront Hall
Before playing Lavs that night Perc has kindly agreed to take an Ableton Masterclass. So if you have an interest in DJing with this brilliant new technology and want to improve your skills with someone who's doing it all over the world, this is the class for you.

9th August 2-5pm @ Waterfront Hall
An free introduction to using Ableton live as DJing or live music software by our partners at Sonic. Perfect for anyone wanting to see a basic introduction into the benifits of using Ableton

07 Jul 08
Writing for Film masterclass has SOLD OUT!

07 Jul 08
On yer pod...beginners guide to podcasting has SOLD OUT

04 Jul 08
One Man Star Wars - Change of Date

Due to the proposed industrial action on the 17th of July, we have had to rescedule the performance of One Man Star Wars Trilogy.

The new date is Monday 28th July, same time same place.

Tickets for the original date are still valid but if  for any reason, the new date is unsuitable you can return your tickets to the original point of purchase for a full refund.

For any queries please do not hesitate to contact the Box Office Team on 028 9033 4455.

03 Jul 08
How the hell do you get tickets for the Rusty Shaklefords and the The Lowly Knights?

Register with our mailing list or join us on Facebook or Bebo to get access to the exclusive Victoria Square gigs as part of trans this summer.

The 30 tickets for each of these gigs with the Rusty Shacklefords and the Lowly Knights will be released next Wednesday for those with the password which will be sent out in next weeks trans mailer and to Facebook and Bebo members.

Tickets will be distributed to password holders through the Waterfront Box Office on a first come first served basis.

PLEASE NOTE:- TICKETS WILL BE RESTRICTED TO 2 PER PERSON. (sorry its gonna be a tight squeeze)

18 Jun 08
Scrawl Collective confirmed as Street Art Masterclass tutors

Continuing our reputation for securing some of the world leaders in Street Art for our Masterclasses , we've got three members of the Scrawl Collective coming to teach all you lovely people this year

Check them out...

David Earl dixon ("DIST")

Will Barras

Graham Dews ("PARIS")

12 Jun 08
Brochure Launched

The trans brochure was launched today in the Waterfront at the newly christianed Penthouse Bar.

So in case you're blind and missed it on the home page the gigs are now all on sale, from Andy Weatherall to Lisa Hannigan and London Elektricity to Los Campesinos!

Feel free to come in and look around

Box Office 028 9033 4455

06 Jun 08
Updates for trans and UAA as of 06/06/08!
Things are about to kick up a gear in trans HQ, with the events programme about to be released.

In fact if you’re free next Thursday we’d love to invite you to the launch of trans 08 at 12 noon on Thursday 12th June 2008 at the Penthouse Bar in The Waterfront Hall.

We’ll have contributions from Scream Blue Murmur, 2007 Lap Off Champion DJ Stray and John Shelly and the Creatures, and a wee bite to eat. Plus you’ll get to see the new venue for loads of our best gigs this year.

It’s an open invitation so bring a friend if you want.

As a special treat for those of you on the mailing list we’re giving y’all first dibs on one of our gigs which is sure to sell out. Going on sale tomorrow morning we are proud to announce that our opening gig on Mon 14th July (a bank holiday btw) will be Los Campesinos! Not only that but we complete the line up with Kowalski, Two Door Cinema Club and Cat Malojian. Tickets for this standing gig in the Waterfront Studio are only £8.50 and like many of our gigs this year this will be an all ages event where alcohol will be available for those who are over 18. This is not been officially released yet, so don’t go posting it on any forums or anything.

Tickets will be on sale tomorrow morning at 9am through the Waterfront Box Office on 028 9033 4455.

We’re also recruiting for the Urban Market and looking for contestants for the Lap Off – contact Venus on mcdonnellv@waterfront.co.uk for registration for either event.

On the UAA front Photography and Fashion Design have sold out and others are going fast so don’t delay.

Finally, if you were on the UAA Akidemy courses, we have just put some of the output from the photography course on our Flickr!

05 Jun 08
Photography + Fashion SOLD OUT

The Photography and Fashion Design courses at this years Urban Arts Academy have sold out.

Others, (especially Journalsim and Game Design) won't be far behind so phone Box Office on 028 9033 4455 to reserve your place soon.

08 Apr 08
URBAN ARTS  A-KID-EMY COURSES FEW PLACES LEFT!!
Children are being given a unique opportunity to participate in and learn about new trends, art forms cultures and technologies.

Presented by Trans and Young at Art, A-kid-emy is specially tailored to introduce children who are too young for Coca-Cola Urban Arts Academy to a wide range of skills from practitioners in teh local creative industries sector.

Participants will find out what it's like to be a real DJ, a Photographer, a Music or Film Producer or Fashion Designer. Half day or 2 day courses available.

Age: 8 - 14 years

Saturday 24 - Sunday 25 May

Tickets: £5 - £20 (lunch not included)

04 Apr 08

New Gigs & Events!

01 Apr 08
Photography & Journalism Courses Selling Fast get your ticket!
Tickets for all courses are flying out of the Box Office fast, especially for Journalism and Photography. You are advised to buy your tickets now  to avoid dissapointment.

20 Feb 08
trans 360 - New for 2008

Following on from the success of the U-mag last year, we are proud to announce the establishment of trans 360 for Urban 2008.

This summer our Photography, Journalism, Grahic Design, TV Production, Radio Production, and Gig Promotion students will form the trans 360 team.

Reflceting the trends of modern media, the Urban Arts Academy will be bring students from these courses together to deliver a more encompassing presence in print, film, audio and web content and we need your help.

Similarly to all Urban courses, students will not only learn new skills but have the opportunity to put them into practice and build up their own portfollio of work.  Adding to the U-mag and trans radio this year we will have continual updates of photos, podcasts, blogs and films at transbelfast.com and even our own tv show thanks to NVTV and the trans tv course.

Finally the other new course in the 360 section is Gig Promotion, where students will be using their new skills to actively promote our event programme.

In short, the direction, look, promotion and image of the whole Urban/trans project will depend on our 360 students. You'll need to have the full four weeks free but it'll be well worth it.

19 Feb 08
Tickets on sale now at Waterfront Box Office

Tickets for the 2008 Urban Arts Academy are now on sale at the Waterfront Box Office on 028 9033 4455 price of £50.

Still a remarkable price for a week of world class training from some of the industry experts, but till then the deal is even sweeter.

That's not the only reason to hurry though, courses like Photography, Game Design, Film and Journalism will, as always sell out quickly so reserve your place now...

17 Feb 08
Urban 08 on sale NOW

Tickets for the 2008 Coca-Cola Urban Arts Academy go on sale at 9am on Mon 18th February.

All courses will take place at the Waterfront  between 14 July and 8 August.

The cost of courses will be rising to £50 this year, a price that still represents huge value for money. HOWEVER there will be a price freeze for early birds.

From now until 31 March the cost of all 2008 courses have been held at £40.

Courses on sale are…

DJing Beginner (x2) 
DJing Intermediate
Rock Music (x3)
Music Production – Electronic (x2)
Music Production – Live
Aerosol Art
Film for Music
Game Design
Comic Book Art
Street Theatre
Free Running
Fashion Design
Street Art Masterclass
Radio Production
Photography
Journalism
Graphic Design
Gig Promotion
trans tv
Documentary Film Making
Urban Dance
3D Animation
Urban Sports (Skateboarding and BMX)
Beatworks - Live Drumming for Dance Music

For full details including exact dates click here.

Box Office 028 9033 4455