The very wonderful Gare St Lazare Players bring their exciting new production of Moby Dick to the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Thursday May 7 at 8.00pm.
One of Ireland's best known touring theatre companies presents a one-man show based on Herman Melville’s classic novel of revenge and obsession, the epic story of Captain Ahab and the great white whale Moby Dick as seen through the eyes of the young adventurer Ishmael. Performed by highly acclaimed actor Conor Lovett, directed by Judy Hegarty Lovett. If you’ve seen Gare St Lazare Productions before, you’ll know you’re in for a treat. If not, come and see how good one-man theatre can get.
Dazzling cellos at the Linenhall
The remarkable Rastrelli Cello Quartet brings its unique talents to the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Tuesday April 28 at 8pm. A truly original musical phenomenon, the Quartet weaves its magic as audiences are treated to a heady mix of classical, jazz and Latin-American music in a concert by this astonishing and hugely entertaining quartet. Since meeting up in 2002, the four dazzling Russian cellists - Kira Kraftzoff, Kirill Timofeev, Misha Degtiareff and Sergio Drabkine - have brought the repertoire of the cello into unknown and surprising waters. With pieces by Piazzolla, Sulchan Zinzadze, Billy Strayhorn, Alfred Schnittke, Jimmy Forrest and Modest Mussorgsky amongst others, the result has to be heard to be believed.
Mayo concert orchestra at the Linenhall
Mayo Concert Orchestra brings its impressive musical talents to the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar for two on Monday May 11 and Tuesday May 12 at 8pm.
The Orchestra presents a programme fusing classical compositions with contemporary arrangements. The orchestra has been in existence for over 11 years and, under the baton of George Lee, plays with a delightful energy and enthusiasm. This year’s repertoire brings the audience on a journey through time, including European folk dances, a selection of musical medleys and a nod to 20th century North America. Special guests include enchanting soprano Francie McNicholas, and acclaimed Claremorris harpist Grainne Hambly, renowned for her sensitive and dynamic performances and three critically acclaimed solo CDs. A night of great music with a big feelgood factor and a great opportunity to enjoy Mayo’s great musical talent.
Missing communism at the Linenhall
Ines Wurth brings her spellbinding one-woman show I Miss Communism to the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Wednesday May 13 at 8pm.
It’s a story about freedom of the spirit, not about political systems; it’s about a woman coming of age; it’s about war, religion and God; it’s about Oliver Twist. I Miss Communism is a solo show written and developed by actress and writer Ines Wurth with writing partner and director, Mark Soper: a true personal account of Ines’ life growing up in Communist Croatia, through the war which ripped Yugoslavia apart, her escape to Los Angeles, and her return to her homeland to face the family and the world which has shaped her life. Voted Best Touring Show in the UK 2006 , nominated for the Amnesty International Award 2005 and Writer’s Guild Award. Through music, tears and great comic timing, this is a story that won’t leave you untouched.
Soft Day, Thank God: Leah Beggs at the Linenhall
Opening on Friday May 1 at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar is the evocatively entitled Soft Day, Thank God, a lyrical and atmospheric exhibition of recent paintings by Co Galway-based artist Leah Beggs. Leah’s paintings have always concerned the surrounding landscape. She paints from memory, but is inspired by her ongoing relationship with the Connemara countryside. In this latest body of work, Leah observes that, “Whilst the subject matter is acknowledged as landscape, the way in which it is executed captures the climatic essence that is present at that moment in time. The surrounding landscape and inherent weather is seeping into the subconscious of the work. This latest exhibition is a series of works harnessing this change”.
Soft Day, Thank God will be officially opened by acclaimed Westport poet Ger Reidy on Friday May 1 at 7.30pm. Come along and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, and a chance to preview the show and meet the artist. Admission free, all welcome.
