Pat Shortt in How’s Tings in Belmullet

Fri, Jun 02, 2017

Fresh from the success of his award-winning show, Selfie, Pat Shortt returns with a brand new show called How’s Tings? In a night of music and mayhem, Ireland’s most popular comedian explores all sorts of tings.

Dowdall and Hanrahan in Ballina

Fri, Jun 02, 2017

Leslie Dowdall is the voice and songwriter behind the sound that was In Tua Nua, Mike Hanrahan is the voice and songwriter that is Stockton’s Wing, and they will be taking to the stage together in the Ballina Arts Centre on Thursday, June 15.  Following her stint fronting legendary Irish band In Tua Nua, Leslie Dowdall’s solo career began in earnest with the release of No Guilt, No Guile in 1997. The album won high praise for its creativity and featured hit single ‘Wonderful Thing’. 

Mayo sings again in May

Fri, May 12, 2017

Mayo will be in full voice at the end of May as more than 1,400 singers will take part in the sixth Mayo International Choral Festival, performing songs and pieces from many genres, including jazz, pop, folk, sacred and gospel music. Mayo in May is the mecca for all music lovers!

An Evening with Michael English and his band tonight

Fri, May 12, 2017

Western Care Association is delighted to be hosting Michael English and his band for an intimate evening of music and song in the beautiful St Patrick’s Church, Ballyhaunis this evening. Michael is currently going from strength to strength on the Irish country music scene, for both his dances and concerts and is one of the most popular artists at the moment.

Staged reading of Creaking at The Linenhall

Fri, May 12, 2017

Acclaimed stage and television actor Geraldine Plunkett (The Clinic, Glenroe) performs a staged reading of Creaking, a play by Noelle Browne, at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Monday, May 22 at 8pm.

The play tells the tale of Rita who is tired of her humdrum existence. Her adult children are getting on her nerves and she misses her best pal Mary. It’s time to spice up her life! Creaking is based on the lives of real-life Irish people in later years. It explores the everyday challenges and pressures facing us as we age, and how we attempt to defy stereotypes. Presented as a staged reading, this moving and funny drama documentary features acclaimed actor Geraldine Plunkett alongside a new cast of volunteers each night. It is written by Noelle Brown and directed by Oonagh Murphy. Presented by Bealtaine, in association with NB Theatre Company.

Mayo Concert Orchestra performs in Belcarra

Fri, May 12, 2017

Mayo Concert Orchestra presents 'Orchestral Manouvres', an evening of musical entertainment, to Belcarra. The event takes place in St Anne's Church, this Sunday, May 14 at 7pm.

French Blues and Folk artist Alex de Vree comes to Westport

Fri, May 12, 2017

The beautiful Breton city of Nantes, at the mouth of the River Loire, is a hotbed of musical exploration. Just as the city itself has one foot in Brittany and the other in the Pays de Loire, its musicians and songsmiths draw on many influences; the Celtic beat of the Bretons, the jocular dances of the French countryside, folk songs from all over the world, jazz, and especially Blues. It’s only natural that noted performer Alex de Vree – himself a child of two traditions – should find his spiritual home here.

Mayo sings again in May

Tue, May 09, 2017

Mayo will be in full voice at the end of May as more than 1,400 singers will take part in the sixth Mayo International Choral Festival, performing songs and pieces from many genres, including jazz, pop, folk, sacred and gospel music. Mayo in May is the mecca for all music lovers!

Dazzling Darol Anger at the Linenhall

Mon, May 08, 2017

Darol Anger and the Republic of Strings perform at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar onThursday, May 11 at 8pm as part of a Music Network tour. With his unique genre-bending blend of bluegrass, jazz, folk and classical styles, Grammy-nominated fiddler Darol Anger is a master of the unexpected, darting from Swedish polkas to Brazilian choro before segueing seamlessly into a soul classic — all delivered with the rollicking abandon of a hootenanny.

Arts Festival 2017 programme announced

Fri, May 05, 2017

THE WORLD premieres of a new play by Conall Morrison and a new opera by Donnacha Dennehy and Enda Walsh; a major exhibition by Brazilian artist Ana Maria Pacheco; new theatre productions from Druid; Beach Boys’ legend Brian Wilson at the Big Top; and Syrian architect and author Marwa Al-Sabouni, are just some of the highlights of the 40th Galway International Arts Festival.

The festival takes place from July 17 to 30. "This will be our biggest year to date," festival CEO John Crumlish. "We have a significant birthday to celebrate and we start our build up towards European Capital of Culture 2020. With an increased number of theatre premieres, one of our biggest musical line-ups ever and a very exciting free programme we hope our audiences enjoy our birthday party and that it provides for a great July in Galway."

The Acoustic Yard is opening up its doors for you

Fri, May 05, 2017

Tickets are now on sale for the IMRO sponsored Acoustic Yard singer/songwriter festival in Westport which will take place from Friday, May 5, to Sunday, May 7. Headlining this year will be Duke Special and Ulaid with special guest Jack O’Rourke on Saturday, May 6, at the Town Hall Theatre.

The legendary Christy Moore is coming to Westport

Fri, May 05, 2017

Irish music legend Christy Moore makes a welcome return to Mayo for an intimate concert at Castlecourt Hotel, Westport, on Friday, May 12. He will be joined on stage by master guitarist Declan Sinnott and percussionist Jimmy Higgins for this not to be missed performance.

Christy Moore has been singing, recording, and writing songs for most of his 71 years. He has been on the road since 1966 starting out in the pubs and small folk clubs in Ireland and England, and eventually performing in most of the premier concert venues throughout Ireland, England, Europe, and the United States as a solo artist and as part of the legendary groups Planxty and Moving Hearts.

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