Great entertainment this Christmas at Flynn's

Fri, Dec 21, 2012

At Flynn’s Bar, Rush Street, Castlebar, you will find plenty of entertainment over Christmas.

Small and Fancy playing in Downhill Hotel

Fri, Dec 21, 2012

Paul and Nancy, who used to be known as Karisma, are now Small & Fancy and will be entertaining everyone over the Christmas holidays in Frog’s Bar in the Downhill Hotel on Thursday December 27, 28, 29 and 30.

The Stunning are ready to rock Castlebar this Christmas

Fri, Dec 14, 2012

It’s hard to believe, but exactly 25 years ago in 1987, in a rented farmhouse, The Stunning was born. One of the most successful Irish bands of the nineties, they bring their magic to The Royal Theatre this Christmas season on Thursday, December 27.

Sean Keane to perform at The Legend of Gráinne Mhaol special Christmas concert

Fri, Dec 14, 2012

Legendary Galway singer Sean Keane will perform at The Legend of Gráinne Mhaol special Christmas concert at Hotel Westport on December 29. Steeped in Irish folklore and raised in a family famous for wonderful singing and music, Keane is regarded as one of Ireland’s finest traditional performers.

“I am really looking forward to seeing the Gráinne Mhaol show myself on the night as I have heard so many positive things about it. I always enjoy performing in Mayo as the people there appreciate their music immensely and they have a great grá for their history and heritage,” commented Keane ahead of his performance in Westport.

Hanley for Lecanvey

Fri, Dec 14, 2012

Mick Hanley was recently speaking on the John Murray radio show on RTE1 about the state of the nation and how difficult it was to get communities together and keep them upbeat in recessionary times. One obvious way of doing this was to put on a concert. “I thoroughly enjoy playing in small villages, getting the locals together and trying to put a smile on their faces,” he said. This was ‘music to the ears’ of the Lecanvey Community Centre committee who had been thinking of putting on a concert for a while. The committee approached Mick Hanley to see if he would put on a concert in St Patrick’s Church in Lecanvey and he said he would be delighted. The fundraising concert will go ahead tomorrow evening, Saturday, December 15 at 8.30pm.

Don Quixote live at Mayo Movie World

Fri, Dec 14, 2012

The Knight of the Sad Face and his faithful squire, Sancho Panza, are mixed up in the wild love affairs of the stunning Kitri and the seductive Basilio in a richly colourful, humorous and virtuoso ballet. Marius Petipa’s Don Quixote premiered in Moscow in 1869 with music by Ludwig Minkus and met with resounding success from the start. The novelty lay within its break from the supernatural universe of romantic ballet. Written as if it were a play for the theatre, the work had realistic heroes and a solidly structured plot and scenes. The libretto and the choreography were handed down without interruption in Russia, but Petipa’s version remained unknown in the west for a long time. In 1981, Rudolf Nureyev introduced his own version of the work into the Paris Opera’s repertoire. While retaining the great classical pages and the strong, fiery dances, the choreographer gave greater emphasis to the comic dimension contriving a particularly lively and light-hearted production.

Tuesdays with Morrie comes to the Royal

Fri, Dec 14, 2012

For two nights only this heart-warming exploration of friendship and life written by Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom comes to the Royal Theatre, Castlebar. This performance will be directed and produced by Breda Cashe, and performed by Terry Byrne as Morrie Schwartz and Andy Murray as Mitch Albom. It will take to the stage in the Royal Theatre on Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23 2013 wit doors opening at 7pm and the show taking place at 8pm. Tickets cost €20 for adults and €16 with a concession or €12 for a child and would make the perfect Christmas gift for someone in your life.

Something for everyone at the Welcome Inn this holiday season

Fri, Dec 07, 2012

This Christmas there is a host of entertainment to be had at The Welcome Inn Hotel to suit all tastes. Christmas party nights with a difference on December 14 and 15 include a four course buffet followed by The Gameshow Challenge and a round of Rock & Roll Bingo, with your host Barry O, you are sure to laugh the night away among your friends and colleagues.

For the ladies Saturday December 22 sees the long awaited return of The Chain Gang after a sell out show during the summer. This Naughty and Nice Christmas Party night is strictly for ladies only and the guys have decided to make this one extra special with a touch of rouge. The Chain Gang, a group of male dancers, will be performing on the night and it promises to be an unbelievable show, not to be missed. With this being a party night, ladies will receive a mulled wine reception on arrival, platters of gourmet festive food, and the show is followed by a DJ till late. Buy a table of 10, pay for eight. Tickets are available at the reception of The Welcome Inn Hotel and are selling out fast.

Kevin Bridges live in the Royal Theatre tonight

Fri, Dec 07, 2012

Kevin Bridges returns to the road this winter, including an eagerly awaited performance at the Royal Theatre, Castlebar, this evening (Friday). His new show called The Story Continues follows up the huge success of his sell-out UK and Ireland tour of 2010. Having made his debut on BBC 1's Michael McIntyre's Comedy Roadshow in 2009 he has now gone on to host the Bafta nominated Live At The Apollo and Channel 4's stand-up For The Week. Tickets €33.50 are on sale from the Royal Box Office on 0818 300 000 or 094 9023111 or online from www.royaltheatre.ie and ticketmaster.ie

Tickets for Joe Rooney up for grabs

Fri, Dec 07, 2012

Joe Rooney has been making people laugh for the last 15 years from places as far flung as Atlanta and Edinburgh, from Oman to Oslo, and from Dubai to Dublin, and now he is bringing his hilarious show to The Dalton Inn, Claremorris, on Saturday December 15 as part of the Claremorris Festive Festival of Comedy. With observations about everything from fatherhood to one armed chemistry teachers, his infectious enthusiasm leaves audiences of all ages in tears of laughter. Throw in a few hilarious musical interludes and you have a recipe for comedy genius. Tickets are €15 and are available from The Dalton Inn, Claremorris.

Let it Roll exhibition at the Linenhall

Fri, Dec 07, 2012

Currently on show in the foyer of the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar is Let It Roll, an exhibition created by Western Care service users and GMIT Castlebar fine art students under the guidance of the Linenhall Arts Centre community arts team.

Christmas family fun day coming up at Museum of Country Life in Turlough House

Fri, Dec 07, 2012

Visit the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life, Turlough Park, Castlebar on Saturday, December 15 for a jam-packed day of family-fun. Workshops, festive tunes, and a visit to Santa and his elves will make this a day to remember for all the family. Santa and his elves will be waiting in the Hearth and Home section of the Museum to meet children from 12noon to 2.30pm, while drop-in workshops for children and traditional tunes for all ages will take place in the Museum Galleries from 2pm to 5pm. Admission to see Santa costs €2 per child and tickets will be available from 11.30am at the Museum reception.

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