Out and about in Mayo

Fri, Apr 15, 2011

Julie Feeney live at the Linenhall
The brilliant Julie Feeney performs at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Wednesday May 4 at 8pm. Julie Feeney is a true musical phenomenon. With two highly critically acclaimed, award-winning albums, 13 songs and Pages to her credit, in the past year she has performed everywhere from Glastonbury to The National Concert Hall in Dublin, to China, France, England, America and all over Ireland, all to rave reviews. Receiving massive radio airplay in all quarters, her song “Impossibly Beautiful” was selected for a major TV and radio commercial, and she featured on the RTÉ One documentary special The View Presents Julie Feeney. She was also nominated for Best Irish Female at the Meteor Music Awards 2010. She’s just back from her first US tour. Catch her live at the Linenhall, while you have the chance.

The brilliant Julie Feeney performs at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Wednesday May 4 at 8pm. Julie Feeney is a true musical phenomenon. With two highly critically acclaimed, award-winning albums, 13 songs and Pages to her credit, in the past year she has performed everywhere from Glastonbury to The National Concert Hall in Dublin, to China, France, England, America and all over Ireland, all to rave reviews. Receiving massive radio airplay in all quarters, her song “Impossibly Beautiful” was selected for a major TV and radio commercial, and she featured on the RTÉ One documentary special The View Presents Julie Feeney. She was also nominated for Best Irish Female at the Meteor Music Awards 2010. She’s just back from her first US tour. Catch her live at the Linenhall, while you have the chance.

And So I Watch You From Afar come to Castlebar

Fri, Apr 08, 2011

Finbar Hoban Presents Ireland’s loudest rock band And So I Watch You From Afar when they make a very rare appearance in Mayo at Bar Ritz (Mulroys Bar) Castlebar on Thursday May 19. The band release their second album Gangs on the May 2. This promises to be one of the biggest shows in Castlebar this May.

Santa Ponsa or Bust!

Fri, Apr 08, 2011

Santa Ponsa or Bust is the first part of the Santa Ponsa trilogy and it has captivated audiences wherever it has played. Starring Pakie O’Callaghan and Frank Twomey from the Joe Duffy Funny Friday shows this is one comedy show not to be missed. Santa Ponsa or Bust is the stage show that took the Dragons’ fiery breath away. For the first time ever in the Irish version of Dragons’ Den all five Dragons invested in what is already being talked about as the smash hit comedy of the year.

Little Gem takes to the Royal stage

Fri, Apr 08, 2011

This remarkable play has sold out theatres in New York, London, Dublin and Paris, The Edinburgh Festival, and is just back from a major tour of Australia, winning the hearts of audiences and the admiration of critics.

Out and about in Mayo

Fri, Apr 08, 2011

Dear Frankie comes to Mayo
Dear Frankie is a play is about the life story of the iconic Radio Éireann agony aunt, Frankie Byrne. She hosted a show for over 22 years with an unwavering format; she'd read out a letter someone had written in with a personal problem, and then she'd give her very forthright, practical assessment of the situation and then she'd play a Frank Sinatra number, to underpin the emotional content of the problem. Nuala Hayes plays the role of Frankie Byrne, and has received rave reviews for her portrayal and Dorothy Cotter and Donagh Deeney play over 50 characters between them in the show. The show will take to the stage in Áras Inis Gluaire in Belmullet on Friday April 15 and in Tourmakeady Hall on Saturday April 16.

Dear Frankie is a play is about the life story of the iconic Radio Éireann agony aunt, Frankie Byrne. She hosted a show for over 22 years with an unwavering format; she'd read out a letter someone had written in with a personal problem, and then she'd give her very forthright, practical assessment of the situation and then she'd play a Frank Sinatra number, to underpin the emotional content of the problem. Nuala Hayes plays the role of Frankie Byrne, and has received rave reviews for her portrayal and Dorothy Cotter and Donagh Deeney play over 50 characters between them in the show. The show will take to the stage in Áras Inis Gluaire in Belmullet on Friday April 15 and in Tourmakeady Hall on Saturday April 16.

Foo Fighters Back and Forth at Mayo Movie World

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

Next Thursday, April 7 at 8pm, Mayo Movie World presents the Foo Fighters Back and Forth which chronicles the 16 year history of the Foo Fighters: From the band's first songs created as cassette demos Dave Grohl recorded during his tenure as Nirvana's drummer, through its ascent to their Grammy-winning, multi-platinum, arena and stadium headlining status as one of the biggest rock bands on the planet.

Legendary dance act Faithless to broadcast their final concert live to cinemas

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

Mayo Movie World will be part of an international live broadcast of the last Faithless gig, in full 5.1 surround sound next Friday night April 8 at 10.30pm. The gig which is being broadcast live from the Brixton 02 Academy is sure to be an event that no fan of one of the most influential dance groups of the past 15 years will want to miss.

Mayo Movie World brings the opera live to Castlebar

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

On Saturday week, April 9 at 6pm, Mayo Movie World will bring the world of opera straight to Mayo with a screen production of Gioacchino Rossini’s, Le Comte Ory at 6pm.

Mayo Male Voice Choir springtime concert

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

For the Mayo Male Voice Choir, 2010 was a special year. It was their 10th anniversary, and they celebrated the occasion in style with a gala concert in the magnificent surroundings of the Royal Theatre, Castlebar. Such was the success of the night — with a very large crowd really enjoying the music and entertainment on offer — that the choir decided to hold this year’s Springtime Concert in the leading entertainment venue in the west of Ireland. The concert will take place on Thursday April 7. This year’s concert will feature a new programme of songs. They will also be joined by their guests, mezzo soprano Anne Marie Gibbons, baritone David Durham, tenor Sean Costello, and ladies of the Castlebar Parish Choir.

Major line up of events at the Museum of Country Life

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

Easter Customs Tour
Today, Friday April 1, at 3pm the museum will host a gallery tour where you will be able to find out what life was like 100 years ago and the seasonal customs that occurred. The cost of the tour is €2 for adults and children under 16 are free. Places on the tour are on a first come first served basis.

Thriller Live comes to the Royal Theatre

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

Thriller Live is a spectacular concert created to celebrate the career of the world’s greatest entertainer. Moonwalking its way around the world, award-winning director Gary Lloyd’s Thriller Live brings to life the sensational dancing and distinctive sound of Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5. In a career spanning 40 years, Michael Jackson sold an unparalleled 750 million records worldwide, with the Thriller album still the world’s best-selling recording of all time. His music continues to sell in its millions, winning new fans young and old.

Oink, oink - it's Peppa Pig

Fri, Apr 01, 2011

Peppa is a playful little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig, and Daddy Pig. Through everyday adventures she plays games, makes new friends, and enjoys her absolute favourite activity – jumping up and down in muddy puddles! Peppa and friends will take to the stage in the Royal Theatre Castlebar for a number of shows on Saturday April 2 and Sunday April 3. There will be two shows both days at 2pm and 5pm.

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