The Alley in its element as NI Science Festival set to return

Residents young and old are being encouraged to explore something new as Strabane prepares to play host to a series of stirring events as part of the 2022 NI Science Festival this month.

The STEM celebration, which has grown to become the largest of its kind on the island of Ireland, boasts more than 120 events taking place over 11 days from Thursday 17 – Sunday 27 February throughout NI – with a selection of events scheduled to take place in the Alley Theatre.

Opening on Friday 25th February we are taking you back in time to 1955 via 1985 in the classic ‘Back to the Future’  Join us as Marty and Doc take us on this 1980s sci-fi classic

Fresh from her biggest show yet to a packed out Ulster Hall in Belfast, Emer Maguire is set to perform in the Alley Theatre for her first ever hometown show on Saturday 26th February. Emer flawlessly blends laugh out loud musical comedy, science, and Northern Irish charm. Her hilarious brand of musical comedy combined with snippets of science and fun facts makes for a truly unique comedy performance.

On Sunday 27th February at the Alley Theatre BBC Gastronaut Stefan Gates takes you on an unforgettable, explosive edible adventure exploring the bizarre science behind our food in Fartology – Gastronaut Live!

This is a food show like no other: expect vortex cannons, explosions, glowing drinks, edible chemical reactions, colour-changing cocktails and loads of audience interaction in an hilarious and thoroughly educational show. Stefan is renowned for his world-class science and food shows. Perfect for kids aged 5 years up.

For more information and tickets visit www.alley-theatre.com or call the box office on 028 71 3844444