Vanbrugh Quartet at The Linenhall

Fri, Oct 02, 2015

For a real classical treat, look no further than the Vanbrugh Quartet, with an appropriately autumnal programme titled Harvest at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Wednesday, October 21 at 8pm. 

Comprising Gregory Ellis (violin), Keith Pascoe (violin), Simon Aspell (viola) and Christopher Marwood (cello), the Vanbrugh Quartet is one of Europe’s most successful quartets, internationally recognised for its beauty of sound, clarity of texture and integrity of interpretation within an unusually wide and varied range of repertoire. In 1986 it became RTÉ’s resident string quartet and won the London International String Quartet Competition in 1988. Familiar visitors to all the main UK festivals, the Vanbrugh Quartet also broadcasts frequently for BBC Radio 3 and performs regularly at London’s Wigmore Hall and South Bank. The Quartet enjoys a thriving international career, performing at top venues throughout Europe and the USA, as well as boasting an impressive catalogue of exemplary recordings. Booking is advised by calling (094) 9023733 and online booking at www.thelinenhall.com

Star of the Sea at The Linenhall

Fri, Sep 25, 2015

Moonfish Theatre and An Taibhdhearc present a magical theatrical experience with an adaptation of Joseph O’Connor’s Star of the Sea at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Thursday, October 1 at 8pm. 

Lisa Ryder exhibition in Castlebar Library

Fri, Sep 25, 2015

A beautiful exhibition of the works of local designer Lisa Ryder has opened in Castlebar Library. The exhibition, which features a number of Lisa’s leather handbags and accessories in fabric, shows her design process from initial idea to final product.

Knit, strum and learn at the Museum of Country Life

Fri, Sep 25, 2015

Knitting Circle: Winter Knits
Join the museum knitters to make your own winter woolies. Start a new project or get help finishing an old one. Exchange ideas and tips. Learn a new skill for life. Beginners are welcome. No booking required. The circle will meet on Friday October 2 from 11am to 1pm.

Join the museum knitters to make your own winter woolies. Start a new project or get help finishing an old one. Exchange ideas and tips. Learn a new skill for life. Beginners are welcome. No booking required. The circle will meet on Friday October 2 from 11am to 1pm.

The Non Prophet Festival closes this weekend

Fri, Sep 25, 2015

Claremorris will be alive with activity this weekend when the Non Prophet Festival winds down with two hectic days of events. On tomorrow, Saturday, September 26 from 12 noon to 5pm, a theatre workshop which will serve as an introduction to theatre, drama, and stage acting.

The workshop costs €20 and includes a ticket for The Claremorris Players' performance of A Wake in the West at 8.30pm in the Town Hall Theatre, which will also be a festival fundraiser and this will be a great opportunity to see the final production of this hilarious production with a stellar cast of local performers and it will bring tears to your eyes, with laughter. To book a ticket log on to www.townhall.ie or call (094) 9310999.

Pickin' Pat comes to Castlebar

Fri, Sep 18, 2015

Guitarist Pat Coldrick brings his musical skills to the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar for an evening of classical and original guitar music on Thursday, September 24 at 8pm.

One man show Bassam is not to be missed

Fri, Sep 18, 2015

Powerful and affirming, Bassam is a one-man show based on the true story of Bassam Aramin, a Palestinian peace activist whose daughter was killed by a border soldier in 2007. You can see this exceptional piece of theatre at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Thursday, October 15 at 8pm. 

Mayo trad musicians bound for the States

Fri, Sep 18, 2015

Two young Mayo musicians are preparing to depart to the United States as part of the Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann tour of North America this coming October. Éadaoin Ní Mhaicín from Castlebar Comhaltas and Alannah Thornburgh from the Michael Davitt branch of CCÉ in Swinford are among an elite group of traditional musicians who are heading to the United States in late October for a series of concerts in the eastern United States.

Canadian Orpheus Male Choir for Castlebar show

Fri, Sep 11, 2015

Hosted by the Mayo International Choral Festival, a 50-strong male voice choir from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, will perform on Friday, September 25 with the Mayo Male Voice Choir at the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar. This is one of Canada’s leading male voice choirs and have toured extensively, including Canada, Europe, Britain and Ireland and have performed more than 460 concerts in venues such as the Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto, St Paul’s Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and the Royal Albert Hall in London.

Dip your toe in some culture on Culture Night

Fri, Sep 11, 2015

Culture Night 2015 takes place on September 18 and comprises hundreds of free events across Ireland, including almost 100 free cultural events in Mayo. From the nation’s capital to towns and villages across the island, everyone’s getting involved! On the night, arts and cultural organisations across the country open their doors until late with hundreds of free events, tours, talks and performances for you, your family and friends to enjoy!

Ryan Sheridan comes to play the Garbo’s venue next Friday

Fri, Sep 11, 2015

Ryan Sheridan and his full band, who just released the number one selling album in Ireland titled Here and Now, comes to play the Garbo's venue in Castlebar next Friday night, September 18. But that’s not all, local acts The New Social and Michael Oliver Sheridan have also been added to the bill in what promises to be a great night of music for the county town this September.

Major renovations at Mayo Leisure Point this September

Fri, Sep 11, 2015

From Monday September 21 Mayo Leisure Point will undergo major renovations that will see it closed for approximately three weeks to carry out works. However bowling will cease from Wednesday, September 16. The all new bowling lanes, bowling machines, and reception will be revealed when Mayo Leisure Point reopens fully in mid October.

Fiver Friday returns this weekend Friday, September 11 and Saturday, September 12 from 7pm to 10pm where bowling is €5 per person. The following weekend there is a reduced price for Laser and Nokey’s Adventureland when you show your same day cinema ticket. One hour in Nokey’s Adventureland is €3 and one game of laser is €3 when you visit Mayo Movie World. For further information on opening times and renovations please call contact them on (094) 90 25473 or follow them on Facebook for continuous updates. Note that Mayo Movie World, Castle Leisure Club, Hogs Heaven and Garbos Venue will remain open as normal.

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