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Artistic Director Richard Croxford with the Lyric's Patron Liam Neeson and Gerry Mallon, Chief Executive of Northern Bank

We were delighted to host a visit by our Patron, Liam Neeson, yesterday for a behind-the-scenes look at progress on site. He also met representatives of our new main stage sponsor – Northern Bank. And with building work nearing completion, we can finally confirm that the Lyric will reopen its doors on Sunday 1 May 2011 with a gala performance on the newly named Northern Bank Stage.

Gerry Mallon, Northern Bank Chief Executive said: “It makes perfect sense for a bank with such a long local history to partner with a theatre that enjoys such a rich and impressive heritage. Northern Bank is all about local people in local places, and this exciting partnership with the Lyric will support and nurture Northern Ireland talent. There is no doubt of the value of the arts to the local economy, to the local community and to visitors. This transformation of the Lyric is part of an enhanced infrastructure for the arts in both the city and the region. Seeing the stage take shape is part of the drama that is building around the new theatre. Like so many other people, we are eagerly awaiting the first performance on the Northern Bank Stage. It will be a very proud moment for all of us who share a commitment to this wonderful venue. We look forward to playing our part in supporting the Lyric to realise its ambitions.”

Lyric Trustee Sid McDowell with Liam Neeson, Gerry Mallon of Northern Bank and Mark Carruthers, Chairman of the Lyric

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