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| MUSIC | June The Classic Beatles Lekmk Promotions presents MUSIC The only Beatles tribute act endorsed by Sir George Martin and the stars of the award-winning Get Back show, The Classic Beatles visit Galway for the first time. This is a show not to be missed by any Beatles fan, so come together and join us for what promises to be a memorable Fab Four experience. Duration: 100 minutes incl interval | 5th Jun | ||
| MUSIC | June Bell X1 MUSIC Acoustic-ish with Dowry Strings Tickets on sale Friday 29th November at 10am! Bell X1 live is always a magical experience, and the band are constantly evolving and changing things up for themselves and their fans. Collaborating with Dowry Strings has resulted in an incredible and quite moving live experience. “It’s been a joy to work with Éna and the strings on some more songs from the catalogue, and also some brand new tunes that we’re itching to play live” says Paul. Last year Bell X1 and Dowry Strings performed a very special version of Rocky Took A Lover on the Late Late Show Bell X1 are Paul Noonan, Dave Geraghty & Dominic Philips. Dowry Strings specialise in cross-timbral & cross-genre collaborations. The ensemble is run by Éna Brennan (Dowry) and includes musicians Gareth Quinn Redmond, Nozomi Cohen and Yseult Cooper Stockdale. http://bellx1.com/ www.twitter.com/bellx1 www.instagram.com/bellx1 Tickets on sale Friday 29th November at 10am! | 6th Jun | ||
| THEATRE | June Menopause The Musical 2 - Cruising Through Menopause Robert C Kelly, Theater Mogul by special license with GFour Present THEATRE Starring Cheryl Fergison (EastEnders), Nicole Barber-Lane (Hollyoaks), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty), and Nicki French (Eurovision), it’s our brand-new show, Cruising Through Menopause. In the hysterical sequel to our smash-hit Menopause The Musical®, we fast forward five years to catch up with the same four characters for tales of their lives, loves and losses as they set off on the high seas. Hot flushes, mood swings, memory lapses, weight gain - these are a few of our favourite menopausal things! Cruising Through Menopause is a hilarious, heartfelt, reassuring and unflinching look at the joys of menopause and friendship. When your life is a bumpy ride full of twists and turns, it’s hard to find true friends. But step on board and we’ll take you on a trip of self-discovery, love and friendship all backed by a soundtrack of brand-new toe-tapping parodied hits! For these four ladies the menopause was not the beginning of the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers, and friendships never fail. So, all aboard and we’ll have you laughing, singing and maybe even dancing on-stage, as you join us for Menopause The Musical 2 - Cruising Through Menopause. Join us on Facebook at “Menopause The Musical UK Tour” The show is sponsored by iMEDicare as www.mypelvichealth.co.uk. Age advisory 16+ | 9th - 10th Jun | ||
| MUSIC | June Paper Boat Music for Galway & Galway 2020 present MUSIC in association with Irish National Opera A new community opera for Galway, to celebrate 700 years of St. Nicholas’ Collegiate Church On midsummer’s eve, a young homeless man, and a mysterious mother and a child arrive in St. Nicholas’ Church to claim sanctuary from very different threats. But an army from the past is gathering outside the doors, threatening to repeat the destruction of Galway perpetrated by Cromwell’s army centuries ago. Now the people of Galway are being asked to risk their own safety to protect the strangers who have come seeking their aid, and the leaders of the fourteen tribes must decide. Join a professional cast of singers and musicians enhanced by children and singers of Galway and find out what the tribes decide. Elaine Agnew musicJessica Traynor librettoConor Hanratty directorSinead Hayes conductorPaul Keogan Set and Lighting Designer | 11th - 13th Jun | ||
| THEATRE | June Conversations on a Homecoming Town Hall Theatre and Galway Community Theatre THEATRE By Tom Murphy Fresh from an apparently successful acting career abroad, Michael has returned to his old home town; back to the youth club-turned-pub where he and his friends once hashed out their plans for the future. That pub, The White House, stood as a place where free thought was possible for the young people of the town, away from the church and from the school. Now, though, the reunited friends are tied down to the realities of their lives after youth has given way to slow but steady decay, and as the evening wanes to night, their true lack of direction becomes clear through muddled conversations as pints are poured and drank. Standing over all of this are the absent bar owner JJ and his beloved portrait of the late JFK, both fallen heroes from an idealistic and idealised time now long gone. “You've come home to stay, die, whatever - and you’re welcome - but save us the bullshit” | 15th - 20th Jun | ||
| MUSIC | June Abendmusik IV : Journey of the Spirit Music for Galway & Galway 2020 present MUSIC The journey in our fourth Abendmusik programme is of a more metaphysical nature, from human despair to transcendent love. This journey is traced in parallel, with baritone and piano taking the more earthly view through Lieder whilst the choral contributions mark the same emotional voyage with biblical texts. At the centre is Brahms’ setting of four passages of scripture which bring sacred and secular together, with the fourth song (the famous description of love from Paul’s letter to the Corinthians) forming the turning point in the programme, and also providing the text for Ann Cleare’s new work for choir. Lieder by WOLF, SCHUBERT, SCHÖNBERG, BRAHMS, STRAUSS and MAHLER BRAHMS Four Serious Songs HEINRICH SCHÜTZ Aus der Tiefe J.S. BACH Komm Jesu komm ANN CLEARE Now we see through a glass – world premiere Jochen Kupfer baritone | Finghin Collins piano Collegium | Mark Duley director | 28th Jun | ||
| THEATRE | June This Beautiful Village An Abbey Theatre Production THEATRE ‘Paul, darlin’, this isn’t a democracy. It’s a residents association.’ Lisa Tierney-Keogh’s razor-sharp This Beautiful Village premiered at the Abbey Theatre with a sold-out run in September 2019. On a quiet street in leafy, suburban Dublin, local residents meet about a piece of graffiti. Who did it? What does it mean? And what’s to be done about it? They have wine and a quorum. Nothing can go wrong. Exposing every side of what it means to co-exist in Ireland today, six people will confront their pride, prejudice and privilege. It won’t be pretty. But it could be beautiful. ★★★★ 'Explosively funny' Sunday Business Post 'An absorbing, funny, challenging play as hot as today's bread fresh from the oven'Sunday Independent 'Excellent ensemble' The Guardian Writer: Lisa Tierney-KeoghDirector: David HoranSet Designer: Ciaran BagnallCostume Designer: Katie DavenportLighting Designer: Sarah Jane ShielsComposer & Sound Designer: Carl KennedyVoice Director: Andrea AinsworthDramaturg: Louise StephensCasting (2019): Amy RowanCasting (2020): Sarah JonesProduction Photography: Pat Redmond | 30th Jun - 01st Jul | ||
| COMEDY | July Dirt Birds - #NoFilters COMEDY In a world where women are expected to have the patience of Mother Teresa, the arse of Jennifer Lopez, the social media profile of Kim Kardashian and the BMI of Elle McPherson the pressure is relentless. Dirtbirds the comedy duo and internet sensation present their hilarious new show No Filters which takes a close look at the barrage of bullshit we are subjected to on a daily basis and reminds us that despite what we’re told there is NO SUCH THING AS PERFECT… (except maybe Jamie Dornan’s arse in Fifty Shades Darker). | 3rd Jul | ||
| MUSIC | September The Greatest Love of All Pat Egan Management presents MUSIC Whitney Houston’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show described as “mind-blowingly spot on”. Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids – a RiSA chart-topping artist in her home country of South Africa - who has performed alongside the likes of Keri Hilson, Keyshia Cole and Monica and featured on Fox TV’s ‘Showtime at the Apollo’ and BBC1 TV’s ‘Even Better Than the Real Thing’. With the accompaniment of a live band, backing vocalists and choreographed dancers, plus state-of-the-art sound, lighting, vision and theatrical effects, this is a beautifully crafted tribute to one of the world’s most revered singers. The two-hour production will fill you with joy, nostalgia and wonderment as it takes you on a heartfelt journey through Houston’s greatest hits including ‘I Will Always Love You’, ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’, ‘How Will I Know’, ‘One Moment in Time’, ‘I Have Nothing’, ‘Run to You’, ‘Didn’t We Almost Have It All’, ‘Greatest Love of All’, ‘I’m Every Woman’, ‘Queen of the Night’, ‘Exhale (Shoop Shoop)’, ‘Million Dollar Bill’ and more. The Greatest Love of All has already wowed audiences across the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, and continues to gather glowing reviews worldwide. This special once-in-a-lifetime concert event will leave audiences wanting more and talking about it for years to come. Don’t miss the chance to experience it for yourself. Duration 2 hrs 20 mins incl interval This production is presented by Showtime Australia which is not affiliated with the Estate of Whitney Houston. | 3rd Sep | ||
| MUSIC | September The Mighty Ocean Galway 2020 presents MUSIC by Máirtín O’ConnorPremiere of instrumental suite The Mighty Ocean premieres a new and eloquent instrumental suite by renowned Galway musician and composer Máirtín O’Connor. The suite opens a musical dialogue between mankind and the environment, touching on the entrancing power of the sea, while questioning the destructive influence of mankind on our endangered oceans. Máirtín O’Connor will assemble a big band of leading musicians to perform The Mighty Ocean and other works inspired by Galway’s environment and landscape. | 4th Sep | ||
| MUSIC | The Lost Brothers | September The Lost Brothers MUSIC Shortlisted as one of MOJO magazines albums of 2018, and nominated for Best Band and Best Album at the inaugural RTE Radio 1 Folk Awards, The Lost Brothers have become known as one of the very finest bands around. Collaborations down the line have included work with Brendan Benson of The Raconteurs, Richard Hawley and Glen Hansard. They now add to their growing repertoire with their sixth studio album, “After The Fire After The Rain”, which features contributions from M Ward, Jolie Holland, Steve Wickham and Howe Gelb. The album was recorded in New York by Daniel Schlett and Tony Garnier (Bob Dylan’s longest running band member and bass player of the past 30 years.) With 5 highly acclaimed albums already under their belt and a brand new sixth release on the horizon, they have a rich well of songs to draw from for a spectacular live show. Catch them on their upcoming U.K. and Ireland tour. More info at www.thelostbrothersband.com “As smooth as aged old whiskey. Best of the year” 4/5 Stars- The Irish Times “Spellbinding “ NME “The dovetailing of the two voices make this so very special.” The Guardian “Simon and Garfunkel reborn in the desert.” Uncut Magazine “Making huge spaces very intimate indeed. Superb.” Huffington Post “The Lost Brothers harmonies are to die for, as near as a duo have got to the mastery of The Everlys and The Louvin Brothers' tender close harmony singing that I've heard anywhere near these shores." - Richard Hawley The Lost Brothers have a sound, harmony and spirit that if there is any justice will outlive us all.“ M Ward | 5th Sep | Buy |
| MUSIC | The Doris Day Story | September The Doris Day Story MUSIC This beautiful production is an expose of the life of Doris Day. Though her on-screen persona was full of romance and secret love, the real story was much more dramatic. With video projection, a swinging jazz band and impeccable vocals The Doris Day Story is a compelling musical journey through her life incorporating some of greatest songs Love Me or Leave Me; Perhaps, Perhaps; Pillow Talk, Black Hills of Dakota and Move Over Darling to name a few. A show not to be missed. It’s Magic! | 14th Sep | Buy |
| THEATRE | September Rent Galway Musical Society THEATRE Based on Giacomo Puccini's opera La Bohème, “Rent” is a rock musical with music, lyrics and book by Jonathan Larson. It tells the story of a group of impoverished young artists struggling to survive and create a life in Lower Manhattan's East Village in the thriving days of Bohemian Alphabet City, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. One of the longest-running shows on Broadway, it won numerous awards including Tony awards for “Best Musical”, Best Original Score" and “Best Book of a Musical”. With Paul Norton (Director), John Roe (Musical Director) and Jay Molyneux (Choreographer) don’t miss the opportunity to see this powerful show. No day but today! Duration 150 mins incl. 15 mins interval Over 16 advised | 15th - 19th Sep | ||
| FILM | September Ocean Film Festival World Tour FILM Dive into a night of mesmerising ocean adventure! The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is back for 2020 with a brand-new collection of the world’s most incredible ocean films! Brought to you by the team behind the Banff Mountain Film Festival UK & Ireland Tour, this carefully curated selection of short films combines epic human endeavour and astounding marine life in a spectacular cinematic celebration of our oceans. Meet surfers, paddlers, divers and oceanographers who have dedicated their lives to answering the call of the ocean in the wildest corners of the planet. Witness incredible seafaring voyages, captivating footage from both above and below the surface, and the chance to dip your toes into the wonders of the big blue – from the comfort of a cinema seat! Visit www.oceanfilmfestival.co.uk for more. Age Guidance: 12A | 21st Sep | ||
| THEATRE | September Two Pints An Abbey Theatre Production THEATRE by Roddy Doyle Roddy Doyle’s smash-hit show is heading on a large-scale Irish tour. The hilarious and poignant Two Pints started as a conversation on Facebook. Now as a laugh-out-loud play it has been seen in pubs all across Ireland, at the Abbey Theatre, and on tours of the US and UK. ‘achingly, breathtakingly funny’ - The Sunday Independent ‘an absolute gem’ - The Sunday Times Two men meet for a pint. They talk about their Dads, death, Nigella, North Korea, the afterlife… Grab a seat and listen in as they chew the fat and set the world to rights... #TwoPints Running Time: 125 minutes including two intervals. Please note that this production features strong language. Credits:One: Liam CarneyTwo: Philip JudgeWriter: Roddy DoyleDirector: Caitríona McLaughlin ‘Master of dialogue, Doyle has triumphed again’ - Broadway World ‘a show as smooth as a well-poured Guinness’ - The Stage ‘Roddy Doyle’s series finds skilful new shape in the Abbey’s pub-crawling two-hander’ - The Irish Times ‘a seriously enjoyable, laugh-out-loud production’ - The Arts Review | 22nd - 26th Sep | ||
| MUSIC | Abendmusik V : Journey into Light | September Abendmusik V : Journey into Light Music for Galway & Galway 2020 present MUSIC In association with Chamber Choir Ireland This programme begins with the disconsolate darkness of the Salve Regina prayer, but in Grigorjeva’s setting, suffused with hope through long arching Byzantine-inspired melodic lines. Pärt’s Wallfahrtslied (pilgrims’ song) bridges the ravine between the two worlds of time and eternity, using the words of psalm 121. The dynamism of the string parts set against the static vocal lines gives the work a transfigured serenity. Tavener’s Ikon of Light, becomes suffused with the soundscape of Orthodox liturgy, sets St Symeon’s ecstatic text, bringing us fully into the Divine Light which is its central theme. The text of Ed Bennett’s new work is seventeenth century metaphysicist John Donne’s resonant prayer challenging death with a vision of heavenly infinitude. Con Tempo Quartet | Chamber Choir Ireland | Paul Hillier diector GALINA GRIGORJEVA Salve ReginaARVO PÄRT WallfahrtsliedED BENNETT - world premiereJOHN TAVENER Ikon of Light | 27th Sep | Buy |
| MUSIC | Echoes - The Best of Pink Floyd LIVE | October Echoes - The Best of Pink Floyd LIVE MUSIC Following a run of sold out tours Breathe - The Pink Floyd Experience present “Echoes – The Best of Pink Floyd LIVE”, an explosive live music experience showcasing the very best of Pink Floyd. This brand new show is a career spanning celebration of Pink Floyd’s incredible back catalogue, featuring fan favourites from 1967’s debut Piper at the Gates of Dawn right up to 1994's The Division Bell. Classic Pink Floyd tracks like Arnold Layne, One of these Days, Hey You, The Happiest Days of Our Lives, Another Brick In The Wall pt2, Have A Cigar, Wish You Were Here, Time, Learning to Fly, High Hopes, The Great Gig In The Sky, Money, Comfortably Numb, Shine On You Crazy Diamond, Run Like Hell and many more. Accompanied by stunning lighting and visuals “Echoes – The Best of Pink Floyd LIVE” is a real Pink Floyd Experience, a psychedelic rock trip not to be missed. Breathe – The Pink Floyd Experience is Ireland’s premier Pink Floyd show, formed in 2015 it features the very best of Ireland’s session musicians, its members have previously played with an array of the country’s top talent including; Sinead O’Connor, Westlife, Sharon Shannon, Mary Black, Shane McGowan, Imelda May, The Commitments, Donovan, Clannad, Gavin Friday, Jack L, Brian Kennedy, Rebecca Storm, The Irish Tenors, The RTE Concert Orchestra, Brian Downey and Eric Bell (Thin Lizzy). | 3rd Oct | Buy |
| MUSIC | October Bee Gees Direct From Australia Pat Egan presents MUSIC Direct from Australia, Showtime invites you to dance your way into a time warp of 70’s disco dance floor thrillers and timeless heartfelt rock ballads with The Bee Gees Night Fever! Night Fever is jetting into town to recreate the Bee Gee’s 1997 One Night Only Las Vegas concert experience in a theatre-style production with over 2 hours of LIVE engaging entertainment showcased through vibrant state-of-the-art lighting, digital display screens, impeccable sound and of course a handpicked international cast that will immerse audiences into the disco era with exquisite trio harmonies and the iconic high-pitched falsetto that we all know and love! With disco tracks like Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, You Should Be Dancin’ and best-loved ballads like How Deep Is Your Love, I Started a Joke and Tragedy, the magical event The Bee Gees Night Fever is not to be missed! Duration 2hrs 20 mins incl interval | 5th Oct | ||
| COMEDY | October Ed Byrne - If I'm Honest... MCD presents COMEDY Due to circumstances beyond our control this event has been cancelled.We anticipate the tour will be rescheduled to take place next year | 9th Oct | ||
| MUSIC | Celebrating Emily Anderson | October Celebrating Emily Anderson Music for Galway & NUI Galway present MUSIC Symposium & Concert A day of celebration of one of Galway’s finest daughters, Emily Anderson. Music for Galway has honoured her each year and this year is no different. Given her close connections to Beethoven, it is even more important that we remember her in 2020. Find out more about this extraordinary woman who is only starting to get the recognition she deserves. Immerse yourself in late Beethoven as John O’Conor tackles his final three piano sonatas. BEETHOVENPiano Sonata no. 30 in E major Op. 109Piano Sonata no. 31 in A flat major Op. 110Piano Sonata no. 32 in C minor Op. 111 | 15th Oct | Buy |
| TALK | TEDxGalway | November TEDxGalway TALK Now in its 4th year, TEDxGalway continues to be a shining light for all that is noteworthy, challenging and inspiring in Galway. Our goal is to both celebrate and raise the intellectual and cultural ambition of the city, country and the world beyond, while simultaneously entertaining our audience with engaging and thought-provoking speakers and performers. Our line up of speakers will be drawn from the worlds of arts, academia, sports, technology, business, and community development. This show always sells out, so get your tickets early! Duration 200 minutes, incl. intervals. #IdeasWorthSpreading #FixThePlanet TEDxGalway is a locally organised event inspired and licensed by TED Talks. | 12th Nov | Buy |
| MUSIC | Abendmusik VI : Resounding Landscape | November Abendmusik VI : Resounding Landscape Music for Galway & Galway 2020 present MUSIC in association with Irish Baroque Orchestra Serendipitously, our final Abendmusik of the season falls on the feast day of St Cecilia, patron saint of musicians. Purcell’s ode in honour of the Roman martyr sets a text by Irishman Nicholas Brady in which a wide array of musical instruments are extolled both as human characters and voices of nature itself. Heaven and earth are brought together, and the “jarring seeds of matter” into agreement, in Purcell’s grand choruses and intimate arias and duets. These themes are the inspiration for the programme’s “curtain-raiser”: Rhona Clarke’s new setting of Hildegard’s extraordinary O vis eternitatis, a celebration of the divinity of the created order. Resurgam | Irish Baroque Orchestra | Peter Whelan director RHONA CLARKE O vis eternitatis – world premiereHENRY PURCELL Hail! Bright Cecilia | 22nd Nov | Buy |
| THEATRE | Blindboy Live PODCAST Show | November Blindboy Live PODCAST Show In association with AMA Music Agency THEATRE Blindboy's increased notability away from his band Rubberbandits, has allowed for him to explore wider avenues and create perhaps outrageously mind-altering brainchildren which can only be described as courageous, yet bonkers. With a number one selling book under his belt and a podcast that has reached interest not only in Ireland but internationally, the satirist could possibly single-handedly change people's mindset on mental health and the deafening stigma it surrounds. Outspoken, informed and empathetic, Blindboy engages his audience with an unusual touch of realism. There is a very authentic feeling of "freedom" he exhumes which allows his listeners and participants to openly speak their mind without judgement and no topic off limits - certainly an air of belonging encircling the space you find yourself in when listening or in the company of Blindboy. His latest innovative creation, The Blindboy Podcast does not only indoctrinates mental health issues but reaches further into a wide spectrum of current topics, may it be gun laws, feminism, racism or a bit of history. Blindboy has it covered. ‘’His uncanny ability to articulate what nearly everyone is thinking is unparalleled and something that is sorely needed in Irish society’’ The Daily Edge Blindboy has over 1 x million listeners to his podcast No 1 bestseller Book in Ireland Frontman with Rubberbandits as seen on Trainspotting Movie ( T2) BBC - Hosted his own TV show (see BBC i-player) Listen to Spike LEE + Blindboy Podcast Radio Times international list the biggest podcasts in the world, Blindboy Joins the top list | 29th Nov | Buy |
| COMEDY | Des Bishop - Mia Mamma | December Des Bishop - Mia Mamma COMEDY I am often asked “where do you get your material from?” The truth is really that I try to see the funny in everything. My mother died in March 2019 and of course it was sad and grief can be tough sometimes but I saw a lot of funny in that too. Since death comes to us all and grief is something most of us will experience I thought there must be plenty of people who would like that funny to be shared. Also I did a show about my Dad being sick back in 2010 and I couldn’t face my mother in the afterlife because I know her first question would be “your Father got a show, how come I didn’t get one?” I think it’s tougher to lose your mum. My Dad was best supporting actor. My mother was the actress in a leading role. You are never ready when the star of the show dies. So this is a show about My mother. It’s a show about motherhood and sacrifice, anxiety and grief, the mistakes you make as a mother and a son and the hard road to forgiveness and finally it’s about loss, grief and the chaos that surrounds it. Where do I get my material from? Life and death! | 9th - 10th Dec | Buy |
| MUSIC | Beethoven 9th Symphony | December Beethoven 9th Symphony Music for Galway & Galway 2020 present MUSIC in association with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra With joy, the spark of the gods, Music for Galway ends its programme for Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture. Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, including the EU hymn Ode to Joy, will resound throughout the Galway Cathedral to celebrate 250 years since Beethoven’s birth, to celebrate this fantastic year for Galway and to celebrate its cultural connections with Europe. Choirs from all over Galway City and County will join the RTÉ Concert Orchestra and a star studded cast of soloists led by distinguished Irish conductor Kenneth Montgomery. RTÉ Concert Orchestra | Kenneth Montgomery conductor | Anna Devin soprano | Sharon Carty mezzo-soprano | Dean Power tenor | André Morsch baritone | 12th Dec | Buy |
| THEATRE | Peppa Pig - Best Day Ever | January Peppa Pig - Best Day Ever THEATRE Peppa Pig is excited to be going on a day out with George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig - it’s going to be her best day ever! Get ready for a road-trip full of adventures. From castles to caves, dragons to dinosaurs and ice-creams to muddy puddles – there is something for all of the family and their friends to enjoy, including Miss Rabbit, Mr Bull, Suzy Sheep, Gerald Giraffe and more! Prepare for the brand new Peppa Pig live show packed full of songs, games and laughter, it really is the best day ever for Peppa Pig fans! Limited run – early booking is advised! www.peppapiglive.com | 11th - 12th Jan | Buy |
| MUSIC | Aslan | January Aslan MUSIC Aslan's 2020 tour will see the Dublin band performing songs from their full back catalogue of albums with a host of hit singles alongside fan favourites. The band have also hinted that the very special tour will feature songs that have not been performed live in a very long time. | 23rd Jan | Buy |
| MUSIC | The Way of Sorrow | April The Way of Sorrow Music for Galway & Galway 2020 present MUSIC Pärt’s setting of the St. John Passion is perhaps one of the best-known choral works of the late twentieth-century. The gospel narrative speaks with direct intimacy, through a small piquantly-voiced instrumental and vocal ensemble and rigorous patterning of simple ideas. Despite the economical means, the work has a breathtaking nobility equal to its subject matter, and offers us a chance to follow the via dolorosa in a new and powerfully immediate way. The lineup of performers includes Galway’s most wellknown players alongside some of the brightest young Irish singers emerging on the European scene. Brian McAlea bass (Christus) | Ciarán Kelly Pilatus Aisling Kenny soprano (evangelist) | Laura Lamph alto (evangelist) | Chris Lombard tenor (evangelist) Malachy Frame bass (evangelist) | Bogdan Sofei violin | Adrian Mantu cello | Matthew Manning oboe | Mariana Paras bassoon | Ronan De Burca organ | Collegium | Mark Duley director | 2nd Apr | Buy |
| COMEDY | Milton Jones in Milton: Impossible | April Milton Jones in Milton: Impossible PM Live LimitedProudly Presents COMEDY One man. One Mission. Is it possible? No, not really. Milton reveals the truth about being an international spy, before being given a disappointing new identity which forced him to appear on Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo. But this is also a love story with the twist, or even a really bad sprain. Just gloriously daft nonsense or is there a deeper meaning?Every man has his price. Sainsburys, where good food costs less. “He’s fast, absurd and very Funny” - Radio Times ‘No-one can touch Jones when he hits his stride’ The Guardian | 28th Apr | Buy |
| MUSIC | Rebecca O’Connor as Tina | May Rebecca O’Connor as Tina MUSIC Simply the Best! Back by overwhelming demand in the words of Tina Turner... “Rebecca is so good, it’s scary…’’ Be prepared to stand in your seats as Rebecca O’Connor delivers her flawless rendition of Tina Turner’s greatest hits including Nutbush City Limits, Proud Mary, River Deep, Private Dancer, When the Heartache Is Over, Better Be Good To Me, and of course her anthem, Simply the Best. A night you’ll never forget! Rebecca is the only artist touring in the world that is personally endorsed by the legend. And this show is perfectly summed up by living legend Mick Fleetwood of Fleetwood Mac stating that “Rebecca is an amazing singer and performer, I was mesmerized… a night you’ll never forget”. | 28th May | Buy |
| THEATRE | Jason Manford: Like Me | September Jason Manford: Like Me Phil McIntyre Live ltd, by arrangement with Lisa Thomas Management Proudly presents THEATRE Coming September 2021 He’s back! It’s been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit. ‘Like Me’ is Jason’s latest comic offering set to hit the road, and is sure to be ‘expert observational comedy’ (The Guardian) mixed with ‘comic gold’ (Mail on Sunday). Jason said: “After the fun we had on my last tour ‘Muddle Class’, I’m excited to get back on the road with my new stand up show, ‘Like Me’. In these trying times it’s always important to be able to get away for a couple of hours and exercise the old chuckle muscle! So I’m coming to a venue near you in 2021 so we can have a good laugh together. See you then.” ‘First & Last’ (BBC One), ‘The Masked Singer’ (ITV1), ‘What Would Your Kid Do?’ (ITV1), ‘Olivier Awards’ (ITV1), ‘Scarborough’ (BBC One), ‘8 out of 10 Cats’ (Channel 4), ‘The Nightly Show’ (ITV1), ‘Sunday Night at the Palladium’ (ITV1), ‘Live at the Apollo’ (BBC One), ‘Have I Got News For You’, (BBC One), QI (BBC Two) and ‘The Royal Variety Performance’ (ITV1) have all helped establish Jason as a nationally known comic. The Sunday Times “Engaging and Witty” The Times "Manford, in short, is a total pro." “Effortlessly entertaining” ★★★★ Evening Standard “He's blessed with the sort of laid-back charm and sharp turn of phrase you can't manufacture”★★★★ Daily Telegraph “Manford successfully straddles the line between contemporary stand-upand old-school mainstream entertainment.”The Guardian Manchester Evening News "…you'll doubtless love this show" | 15th Sep | Buy |