Multidisciplinary ritual beach performances during Galway Theatre Festival 2023

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

This Bealtaine, on Sunday April 30 and Monday May 1, as part of Galway Theatre Festival 2023, two multidisciplinary ritual beach performances that celebrate our ocean will take place in Kinvara on Trácht Beach and Ladies Beach in Salthill. People are invited to the beaches at dusk where they will be immersed in a performative ritual.

The Saw Doctors announce second concert at 2023 Galway Arts Festival

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

Galway International Arts Festival and Róisín Dubh are delighted to announce that The Saw Doctors will play a second concert at the Heineken Big Top on Saturday July 29.

Swiss pianist Cédric Pescia performs Bach at Music for Galway’s 41st concert

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

Renowned Swiss pianist, Cédric Pescia, will bring the Bach element of Music for Galway’s 41st concert season to an end on Thursday, April 27, at the Emily Anderson Concert Hall in the University of Galway.

Galway band The Opacas' new documentary to screen at Eye Cinema

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

Galway band, The Opacas, will have a new documentary made by young film-maker Greta Thornton screened in Eye Cinema.

Irish National Opera presents the unmissable romantic opera, Werther

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

The Irish National Opera returns to the Town Hall Theatre on Thursday April 27 with an unmissable romantic opera Werther, Massenet’s masterly and nuanced portrayal of hopeless love.

Acclaimed Folk Artist Dani Larkin to Perform New Release at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

Fresh from her first international tour in Australia, where she shares the stage with artists of such calibre as Mary Coughlan, Billy Bragg, John Smith and Grace Petrie, emerging star Dani Larkin is set to bring her contemplative folk style to Monroe’s Live on Thursday, May 4 at 8pm.

Emerging Irish Pop Artist Dàwna Brings The Mythology Tour to Monroe’s Live

Thu, Apr 13, 2023

Starting 2023 as one of Whelan’s ‘Ones to Watch,’ Galway native and Tipperary-reared indie, folk and pop artist Conor Fahy, known as Dàwna, is set to ignite the intimate setting of the Backstage Bar at Monroe’s Live on Friday, April 28.

Original member of The Stranglers, Hugh Cornwell, comes to Róisín Dubh on Friday April 14

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

Hugh Cornwell, writer and singer of classic and addictive tunes like Golden Brown and Strange Little Girl, is coming to Róisín Dubh on Friday April 14.

Scottish Sensations Teenage Fanclub To Perform At Seapoint Ballroom for the Galway Folk Festival

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

Described as one of the “best bands in the world” by the late Nirvana singer and guitarist, Kurt Cobain, Scottish sensations Teenage Fanclub will perform at the historic Seapoint Ballroom in Salthill on Wednesday, June 14 as part of the Galway Folk Festival.

G Town Recs present Miley Serious b2b Shampain at Róisín Dubh

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

After two sold-out shows in 2022, G TOWN Recs returns to the motherland and what's quickly becoming its spiritual home in Róisín Dubh, with Paris and New York's crown jewel Miley Serious and Galway's very own Shampain.

Mock the Week comedian, Gary Delaney, comes to Róisín Dubh this Thursday 6 April

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

Get ready to dive into a rabbit hole of the best jokes in the world with star of Live at the Apollo and sell-out sensation Gary Delaney.

Clara Kiyoko Kumagai launches her debut YA novel, Catfish Rolling

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

BY JORDAN LILLIS
There's nothing quite like experiencing the world as a teenager. All those fraught feelings and heightened emotions work together to deliver a saturated picture of our surroundings and experiences. It can be intense! That's part of the reason the books and movies we consume during those years are so formative, so vividly real.

Progressive Bluegrass and a Family Folk Tradition with Cup O’ Joe at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

Renowned on the folk and bluegrass circuit, Northern Ireland band Cup O’ Joe will bring their unique compositions and re-imagined songs to Monroe’s Live on Friday, April 21. Comprising of three talented siblings, Tabitha, Benjamin and Reuben Agnew, they are also joined by Tabitha’s husband David Benedict to weave a rich musical legacy steeped in family tradition.

New Crowley exhibition has launched at The Kenny Gallery

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

A collection of more than 40 original paintings by artists Vicki and Dominique Crowley, has opened at The Kenny Gallery in Liosbán, Galway. The exhibition will run until April 29 in the art gallery and online.

Two exciting shows coming up at An Taibhdhearc

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

Irish singer and guitarist Síomha dances the line between folk, jazz and neo-soul effortlessly taking audiences on an unforgettable journey with her soulful melodies. Her debut album Infinite Space – described by The Irish Times as “a seriously accomplished and self-confident debut”. Her moving album is a collection of songs in both Irish and English.

Galway Musical Society is back with Broadway classic, Rent

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

Thirty-eight years after they were first established, and four years since they last took to the Galway stage, GMS will return to the Town Hall Theatre to perform Broadway classic RENT, from Tuesday April 11 to Saturday April 15.

Trailblazing Irish Singer-Songwriter Karan Caskey brings album tour to Galway

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

Karan Casey, one of Ireland’s finest singer-songwriters – and a leading advocate for gender balance in the Irish folk and traditional music scene – recently released her new album Nine Apples of Gold, and is currently touring it around the country. She will perform at the Town Hall Theatre on Sunday April 30.

The Japanese Film Festival Ireland returns to Galway this month

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

The Japanese Film Festival Ireland returns for its 14th edition this month, bringing the best of Japanese cinema to audiences across Ireland. The festival will screen films in Galway between Thursday April 30 and Sunday April 23 in the Pálás and between Monday April 24 and Friday April 28 in the Eye Cinema.

Highlights from this year’s programme include the multi-award-winning drama A Man, the acclaimed ‘tokusatsu’ superhero reboot Shin Ultraman, delectable ramen documentary Come Back Anytime, and new anime features like Suzume, Blue Thermal and The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes.

From Ibiza to Galway: Top DJs to Bring Old School Classics to Monroe’s Live This Easter

Thu, Apr 06, 2023

Two of Ireland’s leading DJs will transform Monroe's Live into the ultimate club night with Old School Classics. This special Easter Sunday gig on April 9 features the dynamic DJ duo of Steven Cooper and Natalie Roache. From the festival arena to the award-winning Dominick Street venue, join the talented DJs for a night of nostalgic vibes, thumping trance, techno and house.

Galway: The City's Contribution to the Literary Culture in Ireland

Wed, Apr 05, 2023

Galway is known as the cultural heart of Ireland and is revered for its history, festivals, and arts. The city has been one of the pioneers of literary culture in the country.

The city is renowned for its annual International Arts Festival every July. It is spread across two weeks with highlights of events ranging from art and cultural displays, live music street performances, dancing and everything in between.

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