American Indie-Rock Band We Are Scientists to Perform New Album 'Lobes'

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

With strong 1980s synth pop tones, We Are Scientists are continuing to scale new heights with the release of their latest album ‘Lobes’. For two decades, the American indie-rock band, who originated in Berkeley, California have brought their introspective and catchy lyricism to the masses, with a peppering of humour for good measure.

Soulful Pop as Singer-Songwriter Caoi de Barra Brings Her Solo Scooter Tour

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Not many artists can say they are embarking on a solo tour around Ireland on a trusty 125cc scooter.

Fun times as Galway becomes Ireland’s comedy capital

Wed, Aug 02, 2023

Galway becomes Ireland’s Comedy Capital this October Bank Holiday, with the nation’s biggest comedy festival taking over the city’s pubs and theatres for seven nights of fun, laughter, mischief, and merriment.

New Island set to publish Yeats Nobel Prize commemorative biography by Daniel Mulhall this October

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

New Island are delighted to announce they will publish Pilgrim Soul - W.B. Yeats and the Ireland of his Time by former ambassador of Ireland to the United States Daniel Mulhall this October. The book marks the centenary of Yeats’s Nobel Prize, a timely guide to the work of Ireland’s national poet and the changing Ireland he lived through.

The Spirit of Irish Dance Reimagined as New Monroe’s Dancers Set to Perform Every Monday at Monroe’s

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

The Monroe’s Dancers will set the floor alight every Monday at Monroe’s Tavern as part of a new weekly event at the vibrant venue, nestled between the West and Claddagh village, overlooking the Spanish Arch and Galway Bay.

Irish band Soda Blonde announce headline show in November

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

Irish band Soda Blonde will be supporting Bell X1 at their sold-out Heineken Big Top gig tomorrow night and have just announced their own headline show in Róisín Dubh this November.

Don't miss the Sunday Night KARLnival with Greg Fitzsimmons in Róisín Dubh!

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

Karl Spain is back at the helm of his clunkily-monikered Sunday Night KARLnival in Róisín Dubh on Sunday August 6 where he will be joined by special guest Greg Fitzimmons.

Cha Wa plays Róisín Dubh on Friday July 28 as part of Arts Festival

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

"I’ve seen the future of New Orleans music and its name is Cha Wa." - Paste

Ireland’s Top DJ Jenny Greene to Perform Electrifying Set at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

One of Ireland’s most successful DJs, Jenny Greene is set to bring an electrifying set of house, electro and old school classics to Monroe’s Live this Saturday, July 29 as part of the Galway International Arts Festival 2023.

Relive the Hits of George Michael with the Talent of James Bermingham at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

Talented artist, James Bermingham will transform into the legendary George Michael for an extraordinary night of music on Friday, August 4 at Monroe’s Live.

Town Hall Theatre Announces Young Curators 2023

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

Town Hall Theatre Galway this week announced Lucy Birmingham, Tara Mackin and Noel Minogue as the three young people who will participate in the NASC Network Young Curators programme for 2023/24.

Town Hall Theatre Announces Young Curators 2023

Wed, Jul 26, 2023

Town Hall Theatre Galway this week announced Lucy Birmingham, Tara Mackin and Noel Minogue as the three young people who will participate in the NASC Network Young Curators programme for 2023/24. Town Hall Theatre and its partner venues in the Nasc Regional Venue Network have teamed up to present a national festival across eight regional theatres - from Letterkenny to Tralee, from Galway to Dun Laoghaire - in June 2024, programmed by the team of young people selected through a nationwide open call.

The Young Curators Programme is targeted at young people between the ages of 18 and 25 who want to gain experience in working in the arts, especially those interested in venue and festival management and programming. The curators were selected on the basis that they were from, live in or have a strong connection to Galway (city or county) and its communities; had a passion for the arts and for attending performance; enjoyed working with a small team; liked organising events and making things happen; and being able to make the commitment to the programme if selected. The project is about programming and producing creative work in the performing arts - selecting shows that they may have seen for Town Hall Theatre’s programme of events or making a show in collaboration with the young curators in other venues.

The battle of Barbieheimer

Wed, Jul 26, 2023

Last week two films opened in cinemas and you literally couldn’t escape the discourse about them both, AS every newspaper, radio show and podcast were discussing Barbie from Greta Gerwig and Oppenheimer from Christopher Nolan. I heard from the Palás cinema in Galway that it was their biggest weekend in terms of tickets sales since they opened.

Last week two films opened in cinemas and you literally couldn’t escape the discourse about them both, AS every newspaper, radio show and podcast were discussing Barbie from Greta Gerwig and Oppenheimer from Christopher Nolan. I heard from the Palás cinema in Galway that it was their biggest weekend in terms of tickets sales since they opened.

A trail of beautiful work

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Theatre Director Andrew Flynn has left a trail of beautiful work behind him.

An Taibhdhearc presents Grindr, Saghdar agus Cher, as part of the Galway International Arts Festival

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Taking place in An Taibhdhearc from July 25 to July 29, Grindr, Saghdar agus Cher is a captivating show written and performed by Aerach Aiteach Gaelach members; Ciara Ní É, Eoin McEvoy and Sam Ó Fearraigh. The show revolves around the three LGBT cast members as they give three different perspectives on one fateful night. A nice lead up to Galway Pride Parade next month!

GIAF presents Mise Freshin' & internationally renowned photographer Brian Cross (B+) at An Taibhdhearc

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

MISE FRESHIN’ is an evening of new Irish beats featuring Cork-based improvised experimental group Fixity, with a live show based on the breakthrough hip hop instrumental album “Endtroducing, by DJ Shadow.” Knitting the show together will be DJ and musical mix master of Mise FRESHIN' RTE Radio 1 broadcasts, DJ Jack Dempsey McMahon [AKA DJackulate].

Discover the Vocal Talent and Raw Lyrical Depth of Singer-Songwriter Martha Wainwright

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

The searing candour and integrity of Canadian-American singer-songwriter Martha Wainwright’s sound will come to life on the Monroe’s Live stage on Tuesday, July 25 at 8pm as part of the Galway International Arts Festival 2023.

Bring a Barbie to the EYE Cinema this weekend

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

To celebrate the release of Greta Gerwig's much anticipated Barbie (12A) out this Friday July 21, EYE Cinema are asking their customers to take their favourite doll up to the counter in order to avail of a yummy 10% off their food order this weekend (from Fri July 21 to Sun July 23).

Acclaimed Flautist and Singer, Steph Geremia, Joins Elite Musicians for Exciting Night of Folk

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Fresh from releasing her latest track ‘Blue is the Colour of Lonesome’ from her upcoming album titled ‘If Tomorrow’, internationally renowned flautist and singer, Steph Geremia will join an elite band of folk musicians at Monroe’s Live on Saturday, July 29 as part of the Galway International Arts Festival.

The Highly Anticipated Return of New Orleans Style Showmanship with Stomptown Brass

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Stomptown Brass are back in Galway in a highly anticipated return to the city at Monroe’s Live on Dominick Street.

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