Mick Flannery and band are coming to the Ruby Room

Fri, Feb 24, 2012

In the last couple of years Mick Flannery has gone from part time stonemason from Cork to one of Ireland’s most sought after musicians.

The award winning Parke Arts and Drama group returns to the stage

Fri, Feb 24, 2012

The Parke Arts and Drama group, winner of the Mayo County Council drama award in 2011 for its production of Cupid Wore Skirts last March, returns to the stage this March with its 2012 production Fortunes and Misfortunes, a side-splitting three act comedy by Westmeath playwright Jimmy Keary.

The Story Continues at the Royal Theatre with Kevin Bridges

Fri, Feb 17, 2012

Kevin Bridges returns to the road in the autumn of 2012 and will include an eagerly awaiting performance at the Royal Theatre, Castlebar, on Friday December 7.

Talented Sabre is coming to Castlebar

Fri, Feb 17, 2012

Due to the phenomenal success of his recent sold out Dublin concert, London born and Irish raised Maverick Sabre has just announced a new Irish date at The Royal Theatre in Castlebar on Bank Holiday Sunday, June 3.

This British/Irish vocalist, born in Hackeny, London, but who moved to New Ross, Co Wexford, during his childhood, is associated with genres such as R&B, soul, post-dubstep, reggae fusion, and hip hop. Sabre’s gritty yet soulful voice is drawing audiences in and leaving them hooked. From Hackney to Wexford and back again, he has silenced crowds with his catchy lamenting social-political content.

An amazing Easter Sunday in store with Mary Byrne and Phil Coulter

Fri, Feb 17, 2012

Due to incredible public demand Mary Byrne and Phil Coulter with his All Star Band have added an additional date to their tour. They are now to play the Royal Theatre in Castlebar on Easter Sunday night, April 8.

Traditional concert in Claremorris Library

Fri, Feb 17, 2012

Conradh na Gaeilge in association with Claremorris library will host a concert of traditional music on Thursday February 23 at 8.45pm. The concert will feature Gráinne Hambly and William Jackson.

Hot Fuss will bring the heat in Brennan’s Lane

Fri, Feb 17, 2012

Tonight the heat will be turned up in Brennan’s Lane in Ballina by Hot Fuss, one of Ireland’s best pop and rock bands. Hot Fuss have made their name by bringing the best in 80s, 90s and current chart hits live to the stage and tonight’s gig in Brennan’s Lane promises not to disappoint. Hot Fuss will take stage at 10pm Live in the Basement at Brennan’s Lane.

Dooega Drama group present Many Young Men of Twenty in Castlebar

Fri, Feb 03, 2012

Following on the success of last year’s play Coughwater, Dooega drama group hse raised the bar once again. Martin Mangan’s production of the John B Keane classic, Many Young Men of Twenty is proof that this particular drama group is not a one hit wonder.

Folk singer Noriana Kennedy, one for the diary

Fri, Feb 03, 2012

Folk singer Noriana Kennedy is joined by fellow musicians Nicola Joyce and Noelie McDonnell for a great night of Irish and American folk music at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Tuesday, February 14 at 8pm.

Hair Today Gone Tomorrow with Paul Daniels in Castlebar

Fri, Feb 03, 2012

When Paul Daniels takes to the stage wearing a wig, depending on your sensibility, you can be pretty sure that the next hour will be full of fun and entertainment. The legendary magician and performer will take to the stage in the Royal Theatre, Castlebar, on Thursday, May 3.

In the world of television magic, no one has enjoyed more success than Paul Daniels. From the moment he burst onto our screens his magic shows have topped the ratings. Add to that a unique comedy style and you have a complete entertainer and one of the funniest men in show business.

Sesame Street presents Elmo Makes Music at the Royal Theatre

Fri, Feb 03, 2012

Mark your calendar for a musical event like no other — monsters making music. Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird, Bert, Ernie and all their Sesame Street friends are taking to the stage to share their love of music in Sesame Street Live - Elmo Makes Music at the Royal Theatre on Easter Monday, April 9, for two shows one at 2pm and another at 4.30pm.

The Beat are back and coming to the Royal Theatre, Castlebar for one of only three Irish dates

Fri, Jan 27, 2012

Formed in the working class suburbs of industrial Birmingham in England in 1978 The Beat arose at a time of high unemployment and social upheaval. From the outset the band offered messages of hope and peace with an insight into socio-political topics that would later, alongside The Specials, see them heralded as forerunners of the whole

movement. They will be in Castlebar at the Royal Theatre on Sunday March 18 at 11.30pm.

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