REVIEW: Outrage by Deirdre Kinahan ~ Fishamble

Theatre Reviews Thu, Nov 14, 2024

Fishamble's revival of Deirdre Kinahan's Outrage is a production full of familiar names and faces.

Sean-nós at St Nick’s

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Iarla Ó Lionáird has carved a long and unique career in music both internationally and in Ireland.

Nat’s what he reckons

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

The bestselling author, who has been described more than once as a potty mouth, is bringing his new Mugshot show to Galway.

Niamh Regan tours to Galway

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Niamh Regan is on tour this month with her full band, bringing her second album, Come As You Are, to stages across Ireland, including Galway's Róisín Dubh on Saturday, November 16.

Bad Manners at Monroe’s

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

A powerhouse of the ska revival scene since their formation in 1976, Bad Manners will bring their trademark humour, high-energy beats, and brass-driven sound still sounding loud four decades later.

Lyra loves Leisureland, and beating Beyoncé

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Reflecting on her eponymous debut album, released earlier this year, LYRA, aka Laura McNamara, says the day her album dropped was one of the best days of her life. Her album Lyra went to Number 1 in Ireland, dethroning Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter.

Curtisy from Tallaght for Galway

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

He will bring his singlar “swampy and weird” sound to Galway for an eclectic mix of humour, introspection, and genre-defying rap.

REVIEW: Prodigal

Theatre Reviews Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Tuam is experiencing somewhat of an artistic boom at present.

TradFest Galway begins next week

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Known for their formidable music relationship, these three master musicians are figureheads of Irish trad, showcasing astounding skills, diversity, and virtuosity.

Give It Away with The Red Hot Funky Peppers

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Acclaimed Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute band, the Red Hot Funky Peppers, return to Monroe’s Live on Friday, November 29, from 9pm, as part of their Californication 25th Anniversary and Greatest Hits Tour.

Galway Musical Residency returns

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

This popular series is co-curated by Galway Music Residency’s international artist for 2024, Estonian electronic producer Sander Saarmets, and Galway composers Aengus Hackett and Anna Mullarkey.

Galway team behind new detective drama

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Crá, beginning Monday, November 11, is a six-part crime mini-series on Garda Conall Ó Súilleabháin’s forbidden investigation into the murder of his mother, whose body is discovered 15 years after her disappearance.

Lyra returns to Leisureland

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

This year has been a whirlwind for the Co Cork singer-songwriter, with her self-titled debut album skyrocketing to the number 1 spot on the Irish charts, outselling Beyoncé.

Relive the Nineties with Smash Hits

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

Revisit the golden era of Nineties dance, pop, and R&B with Smash Hits at Monroe’s Live on Saturday, November 2, from 9pm.

Monroe’s gets grungey

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

The raw, powerful era of early Nineties grunge will come to life with a tribute act that authentically recreates the genre’s four biggest bands: Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, and Alice in Chains.

Outrage at Town Hall

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

For one night only, on Tuesday, November 5, Fishamble's OUTRAGE by Deirdre Kinahan will be staged in Galway's Town Hall Theatre.

'Living Next Door to Alice' in Athenry

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

Spirit of Smokie will play the Raheen Woods Hotel in Athenry on Sunday, November 10 at 8.30pm.

Rory Gallagher tribute at Monroe’s

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

Formed in 2012 when three friends met busking at the Rory Gallagher Festival in Ballyshannon, Co Donegal, Deuce is fuelled by a shared admiration for the guitar legend.

Susan O’Neill at the Róisín

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

Singer-songwriter Susan O’Neill will play an intimate gig at Róisín Dubh this Friday, November 1.

No Magic Pill ‘transformative theatre’ show returns next week for limited run

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

The award-winning play No Magic Pill returns to Galway next week for three performances only prior to an Irish tour. Playwright, Christian O'Reilly, whose most recent play – Unspeakable Conversations - captivated audiences at Galway International Arts Festival this summer – wrote this hilarious and heartfelt story to honour Spiddal native and disability rights activist Martin Naughton, who was also a key figure in the establishment of the Independent Living Movement in Ireland.

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