Brilliant new documentary, Pray For Our Sinners, illuminates hope and compassion at a time of darkness in Ireland

Thu, Apr 27, 2023

“There is always a way to resist.”
PRAY FOR OUR SINNERS documents Sinéad O'Shea's return to her hometown in Navan in search of those who fought against the Catholic Church and discovers the ways in which local people found a way to resist. It is a film of unexpected twists as it chooses to shine a light on those who attempted to stand up to the church in a quiet but deeply moving resistance.

Back to the ‘80s with Renowned Galway DJ Will Softly at DNA this Friday

Wed, Apr 26, 2023

It’s back to the ‘80s at DNA this Friday, April 28th as the energetic and dynamic DJ Will Softly takes to the decks at the stylish club, located in the heart of the city’s bustling nightlife. It’s set to be the ultimate throwback event, as the talented Softly provides the soundtrack of the decade, bringing the best of ‘80s hits and party anthems to the floor.

Andrew Maxwell brings his show, KRAKATOA, to Róisín Dubh tonight

Wed, Apr 26, 2023

Multi-faceted comedian Andrew Maxwell - who has won the Time Out Award for Best Live Comic, featured on shows like Live at the Apollo and I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here, and voices MTV's Ex On The Beach - is bringing his show, KRAKATOA, to Róisín Dubh this evening, Thursday April 27.

Throughout his career, Maxwell has enjoyed many sell-out seasons at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, most recently in 2022 with KRAKATOA, which was met with critical acclaim - and yet his self-confessed favourite venue to play in is the Róisín, luckily for us Galwegians. He says: "It's a really intimate, fun space to perform in, but the level of laughter that Galway crowds give you makes it feel like a huge venue."

Andrew Maxwell brings his show, KRAKATOA, to Róisín Dubh tomorrow night, Thursday April 27

Wed, Apr 26, 2023

Multi-faceted comedian Andrew Maxwell - who has won the Time Out Award for Best Live Comic, featured on shows like Live at the Apollo and I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here, and voices MTV's Ex On The Beach - is bringing his show, KRAKATOA, to Róisín Dubh tomorrow night, Thursday April 27.

Meaney moments — father and daughter debut a real treat for Galway theatre audiences this summer

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

Galway theatregoers are set for a treat this summer when Landmark Productions and Galway International Arts Festival present a major new revival of Bedbound by Enda Walsh, tickets for which go on sale this morning (Thursday)

Catherine Young's new dance show highlights the joy of community

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

Following its sold-out two night run at the Dublin Dance Festival in 2022, Catherine Young Dance is bringing new show, A Call To You, to the Town Hall Theatre, on Tuesday May 2, as part of a national tour.

38th Cúirt International Festival of Literature takes place in Galway this week

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

There are plenty of literary treats in-store all round Galway this week for the 38th Cúirt International Festival of Literature, which is on until Sunday April 23.

University of Galway Alums Bring Play About OCD to Galway Theatre Festival

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

Written and directed by Aisling Smith, and performed by Laura Whelan, OCD Me is a one-woman play about living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.

Ultan Conlon Announces New Album and Upcoming Galway Gigs

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

Irish singer-songwriter Ultan Conlon found a haven for his unique sound and sensibility in Los Angeles, California, with Grammy Award-winning David Garza producing Ultan’s fifth record, The Starlight Ballroom, which will be released on September 13, 2023.

Brad Heidi and All Of Eden call on Galway support in Irish Music Month bursary award

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

Galway music fans, it's time to step up and vote for your local superstar!

Folk musician David Keenan coming to Róisín Dubh on Thursday May 4

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

Folk musician David Keenan has been among the most fascinating new Irish artists of the past ten years.

Irish band Whenyoung playing Róisín Dubh on Saturday April 22

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

Irish band, Whenyoung, are from Clare and Limerick, but based in the UK. Brought up with a love for music, they're started off into everything from Irish trad to 00's pop, eventually stumbling upon punk and rock music of old. This became their mutual escape, which eventually resulted in Aoife and Andrew moving to London to start a band. In between, Aoife studied Landscape Architecture and Horticulture and Andrew studied Architecture.

Pálás Cinema's Sweet Lineup this Spring and Summer

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

The home of independent gems and cult favourites, Pálás Cinema has a stellar lineup for spring and summer - something for every type of film lover, including Director Q&A’s and live streamed events.

Emerging Irish Contemporary Pop Artists Conor Byrne and Saibh Skelly to Perform At Monroe’s Live

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

Having signed his first major record deal with Sony Music/RCA Germany, Kerry’s Conor Byrne is making waves internationally with his unique blend of contemporary pop and heartfelt song writing. Inspired by the likes of Damien Rice, James Bay, James Morrison, and Coldplay, the influence of these lyrical stalwarts is palpable throughout his work.

Living on Borrowed Cash: a night of Comedy and Johnny Cash tunes

Thu, Apr 20, 2023

Born and raised in a smelter town in Northern Ontario, Canada, Chris Hawes grew up less than a mile from the NASA lunar landing practice site. The moon they called it. A barren desolate landscape just outside of Sudbury. Not much to do but play sports and dream of getting the hell out of there. As a child, he would revel in the few and far between opportunities to watch the Tonight Show. Like many before him, it was his dream to one day grace the Tonight Show stage, and be waived over to a coveted spot seated across the desk from Johnny Carson.

Remembering Maeliosa Stafford

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

Maelíosa Stafford was an actor, director, producer, and educator and one of the most influential, successful, innovative, and charismatic of Galway artists.

Poetry Day Ireland takes place on Thursday April 27

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

Now in its ninth year, Poetry Day Ireland is an annual island-wide celebration of poetry which invites the nation to read, write, and share a poem on Thursday, April 27.

Young actor makes stage debut in Irish premiere of Martin McDonagh's Hangmen

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

After a busy run in The Gaiety Theatre, Martin McDonagh's first England-set play is in The Black Box in Galway this week until Saturday April 15.

Duke Special will perform at Róisín Dubh this Saturday April 15

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

Duke Special, Belfast songwriter and performer, is coming to Róisín Dubh this Saturday April 15.

Songwriter, musician and producer David Kitt performs at Róisín Dubh on Thursday April 20

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

A unique and sincere songwriter with an expert ability to meld inspirations, eras and sounds, Kitt’s music glimmers with a sense of timelessness well earned after over twenty years immersed in music. Genre-bending Irish musician and producer, Kitt has released his ninth studio album ‘Idiot Check’ and will be performing in Róisín Dubh on Thursday April 20.

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