BIG LOVE for Monroe’s Live tomorrow

Thu, Dec 07, 2023

Fresh from playing the prestigious Other Voices music trail in Dingle, Dublin band BIG LOVE bring their alternative indie-rock sound to Monroe’s tomorrow, Friday, at 10pm.

Youth Orchestra to conduct Galway auditions

Thu, Dec 07, 2023

The Galway Youth Orchestra is recruiting new strings and wind players next month, but first it will present its Winter Concert at the Galway Community College Music Centre on Wellpark Road, Galway, on Saturday, December 9, at 7:30pm.

Conducted by Michael Dooley, Joanne Cater, and Ingrid Nicola, the orchestra will showcase the talents of two young soloists: Erin Saunier O’Brien on piccolo, and Luke Moreno on French horn.

Arts festival reveals details for 2024 Big Top acts

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

It might seem like summer is far away, but with details already trickling out about next year’s Galway International Arts Festival, the sunshine music just got one step closer.

Blood Bike choral fundraiser

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

The renowned Cois Cladaigh Choir will perform a Christmas concert in St Nicholas' Collegiate Church in aid of Blood Bike West on Saturday, December 16, at 8pm.

Monroe’s Triple bill of Irish rock and trad talent

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

An enthralling triple headline show takes place at Monroe’s Live on Saturday, December 2, with independent pop-rock singer Pauric O’Meara, acclaimed contemporary trad band Seo Linn and indie-pop rock sensations The Valmonts.

Glory Days at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

Dive into the heartland of rock n’ roll with Glory Days, the ultimate Bruce Springsteen tribute band as they storm into Monroe's Live this Friday, December 1.

Full house at Station House to honour Clifden Arts Festival founder

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

At a packed-out Station House Theatre in Clifden last week, the Connemara community paid tribute to Dr Brendan Flynn who has driven the Clifden Arts Festival into its 47th year.

Co Clare piper Tara Howley got her first big break with Riverdance

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

Piper Tara Howley tours to Galway
Kilfenora’s award-winning multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and composer Tara Howley and her band will perform at Monroe’s Live on Saturday, December 2, at 8pm, as part of the piper’s first ever headline tour.

Only One Direction for Róisín Dubh

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

Following the success of its Harry Stylish Club Nights, WOMP Events is expanding its repertoire to include Harry’s fellow members of One Direction - for one night only – on Monday, December 18, from 10pm.

Mik Pyro goes solo to Galway

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

A fixture on Irish radio in the noughties with multi-platinum album sales, Republic of Loose changed the Irish musical landscape, winning plaudits from critics and artists alike, and recording and playing live with U2, Sinead O'Connor, Shane MacGowan and Snow Patrol amongst others.

Corrib Dance Academy students fly to Neverland

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

In an imaginative retelling of JM Barrie’s classic Peter Pan, the students of Corrib Dance Academy will perform Neverland at the Town Hall Theatre, December 15 – 17.

Nell Mescal at Róisín Dubh

Thu, Nov 30, 2023

After a whirlwind tour supporting top acts with arena audiences, Nell Mescal will play in the intimate surrounds of Galway’s Róisín Dubh on Thursday, December 14, at 8pm

Man with golden trumpet still bold as brass

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

There’s an old joke in the music business: What’s the difference between a trumpet player and a government bond?

Stay in bed to see Bedbound

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Bedbound by Enda Walsh was a sell-out show and major talking point of this year’s Galway International Arts Festival.

Turn on the Telebox at Róisín’s

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Following release of their debut EP What is the Point, indie stars Telebox play Róisín Dubh on Monday, November 27.

Relight Your Fire at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Step into a world of nostalgia and let The Take That Show recreate the magic of the iconic British pop group on Saturday, Novembe 25, at Monroe’s Live.

Comedy vibes for Galway tribes

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

A new national comedy tour will land in Oranmore next month.

Monroe’s to host soul funk act Toshín

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Toshín, the dynamic six-piece led by commanding vocalist Tosin Bankole has emerged as a tour de force in the contemporary music landscape.

Slippery When Wet at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Bon Jovi's legacy comes to life at Monroe’s Live this Friday, November 24, with the electrifying performance of tribute band Slippery When Wet.

Christmas KARL at The Róisín Dubh

Thu, Nov 23, 2023

Galway’s master of comedy, MC Karl Spain, will host special guests at a seasonal Christmas Comedy KARLnival at Róisín Dubh on Thursday, December 28, at 8pm.

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