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| MUSIC | Iomar Barrett Concert For COPE | March Iomar Barrett Concert For COPE Iomar Barrett & Friends MUSIC Traditional & Variety ConcertIn Aid of COPE Galway Official Launch of Iomar Barrett’s album Sweet Mountbellew Town (featuring 14 original tracks) and variety concert in aid of COPE Galway, with many guest performers including Máirín Fahy, Chris Kelly, Don Stiff, Tierney Talks, Marc Roberts - and many more. Launched by Máirtín O’ Connor in a superb night of music, song and banter. MC Proinsias Kitt. Admission price includes concert, free CD copy of the album and post-show Wine and Cheese reception. | 30th Mar | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| PSYCHIC | Psychic Sally | April Psychic Sally PSYCHIC The nation’s favourite psychic is back on tour! Sally has been wowing theatre audiences young and old around the world for over 12 years. Her show will have you on the edge of your seat, as she continues to bring mediumship into the 21st century. Whether you know her from her hit TV series, through watching her on Celebrity Big Brother or reading one of her best-selling books, there is nothing quite like seeing Sally live on stage. Sally explains: “My tour has become a way of life for me, as I’m getting older my abilities as a medium are stronger than ever, so to be able to pass messages on to the audiences around the country is a huge privilege, as well as a pleasure. I call every message validated a ‘wonder moment’. So take your seats, relax, be open minded and ready to come forward if you think the message is for you." With Sally’s love, laughter and warmth, this show is a unique evening not to be missed. Book your tickets now to see this phenomenal psychic in action. The show is investigational and for the purpose of entertainment. Duration 2 hrs 20 mins | 1st Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| COMEDY | Martin Angolo | April Martin Angolo Aviary Talent COMEDY Break out stand up star Martin Angolo embarks on his first tour of Ireland. Fresh from a hugely successful tour of 20 North American cities last March and a European tour in November Martin brings his unique brand of intelligent one liners and stories home to Ireland. Well known for his appearances on RTE, SKY and BBC Martin also hosts his own podcast “The Substantial Meal” and has had millions of views weekly as a regular contributor of the “Try” Youtube channel. Come along, say hello, bring a Brunch. “Martin is hilarious and is an Irish national treasure” - Eric Andre “One of the city’s most exciting emerging comics” - Totally Dublin “Martin’s quickfire wit and razor-sharp reactions, coupled with his boundless on-stage energy and enthusiasm, make him an act to watch out for” - Krank.ie “Last time he was here he tore the place up” - The Stand Comedy Club Duration 120 mins incl interval | 1st Apr | Studio | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | After Love | April After Love DANCE Premiered at the Galway International Arts Festival in 2021, After Love is a powerful exploration of love and loss. Based on a debut poetry collection by Dani Gill, After Love blends dance, physical theatre, music and poetry to explore the end of a relationship. Dance and poetry fuse in a visually stunning show with an original musical score from Anna Mullarkey and Adrian Harte, After Love is an original, haunting and evocative dance work, rooted in the west of Ireland. Performed and choreographed by Stephanie Dufresne and Lewis Wilkins, directed by Laura Sheeran, written by Dani Gill. "blends expressive dance and narrative poetry in a beautiful live performance" Sara Keating, Sunday Business Post "honest, raw and very emotionally affecting" Deirdre Falvey, Irish Times There is strobe lighting used in the show | 1st Apr | Black Box | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | The Teddy Bears’ Picnic | April The Teddy Bears’ Picnic Theatre Lovett present THEATRE by Louis Lovett Theodor is a detective who found Timbuktu and a two headed llama that lives in Peru. Now Theo's hot on the trail of the famous teddy bears’ picnic… a tricky puzzle to pick. Come join us and together, we’ll try our best to help Theo on this cuddly quest. A theatrical treat for children aged 5+ and everyone else is welcome too. (Teddy bears are especially welcome!) Funded by The Arts Council and supported by Riverbank Arts Centre Ages 5+Duration 60mins. No interval | 1st Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | 9 To 5 The Musical / Seussical / Chicken Licken | April 9 To 5 The Musical / Seussical / Chicken Licken Trading Faces Stage School presents MUSIC 9 To 5 The Musical tells the story of three women pushed to boiling point by their sexist and egotistical boss. Concocting a plan to kidnap and turn the tables on their despicable supervisor, will the ladies manage to reform their office – or will events unravel when the CEO pays an unexpected visit? Fabulous teen actors unfold the story! Seussical weaves a story of friendship, loyalty, and love. Despite all odds, Horton and Gertrude band together to save the Whos, free Horton, and restore peace and unity to the Jungle of Nool. Hilariously funny. Junior actors explore this crazy world! Chicken Licken is the fable about little chickens that think the world is coming to an end, and run about warning everyone that the sky is falling on them after a falling acorn from an oak tree hits them on the head! Tiny tots become these creatures! Duration: 2.5 hrs incl interval | 3rd - 07th Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Hangmen | April Hangmen Gaiety Productions in association with Decadent Theatre Company THEATRE By Martin McDonagh In his small pub in Oldham, Harry is something of a local celebrity. But what’s the second-best hangman in England to do on the day they’ve abolished hanging? Amongst the local reporters and sycophantic pub regulars, dying to hear Harry’s reaction to the news, a peculiar stranger lurks, with a very different motive for his visit… This major new production comes hot off the heels of the release of McDonagh’s new award-winning feature film, The Banshees of Inisherin. The creative team is led by director Andrew Flynn who has a long association with McDonagh’s work. This darkly comic tale follows the success of recent Gaiety Productions including The Cripple of Inishmaan, The Lieutenant of Inishmore and The Lonesome West. Cast: Olivia Byrne,Denis Conway, Joncie Elmore, Peter Gowen, Joe Hanley, Gary Lydon, Anthony Morris,Robbie O'Connor, Stephen O'Leary, Aisling O Sullivan, Daniel Reardan, Killian Scott, This production contains strong depictions of violence. Recommended for ages 14+ Duration 2 hours & 30 min including interval | 11th - 15th Apr | Black Box | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Rent | April Rent Galway Musical Society MUSIC Based on Puccini’s 1896 opera La Bohème, Rent follows a group of struggling young artists living in Manhattan’s East Village at the height of the HIV/AIDS pandemic. RENT is one of the most successful shows in Broadway history and a key influence in musical theatre . GMS’s production will feature Brandon Collier (Mark), Keith Hanley (Roger), Hannah Wright (Mimi), Niall Conway (Collins), Jay Molyneux (Angel), Helena Brosnan (Maureen), Gabrielle Reid (Joanne), and Jay Hall (Benny) in principal roles and they will be backed by an absolutely incredible ensemble of both GMS veterans and newcomers. Led by director Paul ‘Nippy’ Norton, choreographer Jay Molyneux and musical director John Roe, GMS began rehearsals as the calendars turned to 2023 and has been hard at work ever since. It has been a couple of tough years for musical theatre in general, but GMS is so excited to bring this production to life after such a long time – and what better show to return with than one with a focus on artists and performers struggling to live and create (and pay rent) as a pandemic rages around them – a show that demonstrates that even in the darkest of moments, hope and love are worth fighting for and that there’s “no day but today” to “measure your life in love”. Duration: 150 mins, incl interval Age: Over 16’s. Please be aware that RENT contains mature themes and material that can potentially be upsetting or triggering. This includes use of profanity, depictions of violence, substance abuse, and sexual situations. Reference to suicide, homelessness, homophobia, and the HIV/AIDS epidemic as it existed in America during the late 1980's and early 1990's. | 11th - 15th Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Declan Nerney | April Declan Nerney MUSIC Special Guests John Hogan and Owen Mac Declan was born in the heart of Ireland in Drumlish Co Longford, at a unique period of time in the music scene worldwide. A revolution in rock and pop brought us The Beatles, Elvis, and the Rolling Stones, while here in Ireland the magnificent showband boom was about to explode. A young man growing up at that time, Declan was being heavily influenced by these greats and indeed was getting the rare opportunity to see most of the top showbands appear in his native town of Drumlish. He would cajole his mother into seeing Joe Dolan, Big Tom, Philomena Begley, The Capital Showband, and many more perform when they appeared at the marquee at the end of May and early June. From his vantage point close to the stage, he would absorb every move made by the guitarist in the bands, watching his fingers slide along the strings, hoping that one day he might be up there performing just like Dan O’Hara or Seamus McMahon. Declan has went on to have a super career that has spanned over 4 decades at the top of Irish Country Music winning many accolades along the way and scoring countless hits with his catalogue of trademark song. Join Declan and special guests John Hogan and Owen Mac accompanied by his super live band for a nostalgic night of music, song, and laughter. Duration 140 mins | 16th Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Molière’s Tartuffe | April Molière’s Tartuffe An Abbey Theatre production THEATRE A new version by Frank McGuinnessDirected by Caitríona McLaughlin ‘Let’s see how crafty a picture you paint. You’re making a demon out of a saint.’ In this spectacular dramatic comedy, the villainous Tartuffe shocks and enthrals with his deceptive powers. Buy Tickets Charming to some, a danger to others, one family risks losing everything if he gets his way. An Abbey Theatre production, this new version of Molière’s Tartuffe by Frank McGuinness is directed by Caitríona McLaughlin. A 17th century classic, given an audacious contemporary makeover - where truth faces off with deceit, who has the last laugh? Molière’s exuberant comedy is brought back to life in an opulent Irish retelling of this classic tale. Mariane: Emma Rose CreanerTartuffe: Ryan DonaldsonDamis: Naoise DunbarDorine: Pauline HuttonOrgon: Frank McCuskerElmire: Aislín McGuckinFilipote: Clare McKennaValere: Emmanuel OkoyePernelle: Geraldine PlunkettOfficer: Darragh ShannonCleante: Kevin Trainor Written by: MolièreA new version by: Frank McGuinnessDirector: Caitríona McLaughlinSet and Costume Designer: Katie DavenportLighting Designer: Sinéad WallaceComposer and Sound Designer: Philip StewartMovement Director: Paula O'ReillyHair and Makeup Designer: Leonard DalyVoice Director: Andrea AinsworthCasting Director: Sarah JonesProduction Dramaturg: Tanya DeanAssociate Composer and Sound Designer: Jane DeasyAssistant Lighting Designer: Matt Burke Age: 12+ | 18th - 22nd Apr | Black Box | BUY TICKETS |
| FESTIVAL | Cúirt 2023 | April Cúirt 2023 FESTIVAL The 38th Cúirt International Festival of Literature will welcome world-renowned and celebrated Irish and international authors, alongside the very best in emerging talent, to Galway this year, for the week of 18th - 23rd April. The festival will host over 50 events, including poetry, fiction, theatre, memoir, masterclasses, exhibitions, and family events. We hope that the programme this year offers audiences new perspectives, and an opportunity to share a love of literature with the city and with each other. After all, reading is both a solitary and shared act that can bring us closer and widen our appreciation of the world. This idea is reflected in our poster, illustrated by artist Charlot Kristensen, which is an invitation to settle into a book and share the act of reading, and all that it encompasses - ideas, inspiration, conversation - with those around us. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to the festival for what will promise to be an unforgettable week of readings, events, and conversation. Tues 18 10:30 The Hardiman - An Amazing Story Hardiman Hotel FREE 12:30 Poems for Patience Launch Hospital Lobby FREETicketed Tickets 14:00 Poetry Masterclass with Colette Bryce Aras NaGael €25 Tickets 16:00 Too Much of Nothing Neachtains €10 Tickets 18:00 Queering the Green Nun's Island €8/6 Tickets 19:30 Cúirt Festival Week Launch Galway City Distillary FREE Wed 19 10:30 Frames of Reference: Editing Poetry Nun's Island €10/8 Tickets 13:00 Poetry Reading with Vona Groarke, Rachael Allen and Will Harris Nun's Island €8/6 Tickets 14:00 Fiction Masterclass with Carmen Maria Machado Aras NaGael €25 Tickets 15:30 ROPES Launch Nun's Island FREETicketed Tickets 16:00 Too Much of Nothing Neachtains €10 Tickets 18:00 Telling Tales: Emigrant Women in the 19th Century Nun's Island €10/8 Tickets 20:30 Haunting Fiction Nun's Island €12/10 Tickets 21:30 Lifeboat Pamphlet Launch Festival Club FREE Thurs 20 10:30 Frames of Reference: Art Writing Nun's Island €10/8 Tickets 12:00 Kevin Higgins Memorial Taibhdhearc FREETicketed Tickets 13:00 Debut Fiction: Maddie Mortimer, Luke Cassidy and Tice Cin Nun's Island €8/6 Tickets 14:30 New Writing Showcase Taibhdhearc FREETicketed Tickets 16:00 Too Much of Nothing Neachtains €10 Tickets 16:30 Writing Collapse: Eco-poetry Nun's Island €8/6 Tickets 18:00 None of the Above: Travis Alabanza Taibhdhearc €12/10 Tickets 19:00 Fergus Cronin: Night Music Galway City Distillary FREE 20:30 Bodies of Work: Carmen Maria Machado Taibhdhearc €12/10 Tickets Fri 21 10:30 Frames of Reference: Editing Fiction Nun's Island €10/8 Tickets 12:00 Lessons in Kindness: a workshop with Dani Gill Coffeewerk & Press TBC Tickets 13:00 Motherhood and Madness: Alice Kinsella and Jessica Traynor Taibhdhearc €10/8 Tickets 13:30 Young Writer Delegates Showcase Charlie Byrnes FREE 15:00 Suad Aldarra and Derek Owusu Nun's Island €8/6 Tickets 15:30 Dinnseanchas: Lore of Places Taibhdhearc €10/8 Tickets 16:00 Too Much of Nothing Neachtains €10 Tickets 17:00 How to Build a Boat Book Launch: Elaine Feeney Kenny's €10/8 Tickets 17:30 The Land, The Self: Memoir and Nature Town Hall Theatre €12/10 Tickets 19:00 Boxing Day with William Keohane Nun's Island €8/6 Tickets 20:30 Max Porter: Shy Town Hall Theatre €16/14 Tickets Sat 22 9:00 Shore Lines: Blackrock Readings and Sea Swim Diving Board FREE 11:00 Kid's Story Time with Fearghas MacLochlainn Charlie Byrnes FREE 11:30 well I just kind of like it Outset Gallery €8/6 Tickets 12:30 Bay Views: Writers on Wild Swimming Taibhdhearc €10/8 Tickets 13:00 A Changing Climate: Writing, Activism and the Environment Town Hall Theatre €12/10 Tickets 14:00 Close to Home: Michael Magee Nun's Island €10/8 Tickets 15:00 The Wonderful World of YA Taibhdhearc €10/8 Tickets 16:00 Too Much of Nothing Neachtains €10 Tickets 16:00 Donal Ryan & Wendy Erskine Town Hall Theatre €12/10 Tickets 18:30 Poetry Reading with Eva Bourke, Tara Bergin and Padraig Regan Taibhdhearc €12/10 Tickets 20:00 Old God's Time: Sebastian Barry Town Hall Theatre €16/14 Tickets Sun 23 11:00 The Raven's Nest: Sarah Thomas Outset Gallery €8/6 Tickets 12:00 Kid's Story Time Charlie Byrnes FREE 12:00 Common Decency is Nothing Special: Susannah Dickey and Nicole Flattery Nun's Island €10/8 Tickets 14:30 Poor Little Sick Girls: Ione Gamble Nun's Island €10/8 Tickets 16:00 Too Much of Nothing Neachtains €10 Tickets 16:00 Sentimental Garbage Podcast Live with Caroline O'Donoghue and Emer McLysaght Town Hall Theatre €12/10 Tickets 17:00 The Arts and Culture of Galway since 1820 Nuns Island FREETicketed Tickets 19:00 An Evening with Anne Enright and Louise Kennedy Town Hall Theatre €16/14 Tickets For full details, please see the Cúirt website. | 18th - 23rd Apr | THT | |
| MUSIC | Donovan | April Donovan MUSIC Donovan presents his new Album GAELIA solo acoustic, and will also play all his hits including Catch the Wind, Colours, Sunshine Superman, Mellow Yellow, Universal Soldier, Atlantis, Jennifer Juniper and Hurdy Gurdy Man… Duration 120 mins including Local Support & Interval GAELIA CD available at the Concert and at donovan.ie | 19th Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Country and Irish | April Country and Irish Fight2Flight Theatre in association with Smock Alley Theatre THEATRE Peter Gowen takes the lead in Patrick McCabe’s Beckett-esque one-man show. A man, a banana and a tape recorder.…and a bomb. Donie Burris has a whole heap of troubles facing him: with his girlfriend, her son, Albanian gangsters, the Longford mafia and a very overbearing mammy. How can he get them all off his back? He imagines himself as the star of his own gangster movie, and he won’t go down without a fight… “Simply glorious-laughs are irresistibly McCabe.” The Arts Review. “A Layered and touching performance” Sunday Independent An hilarious but savage portrait of a man at the end of his rope, starring Peter Gowen. It is a wild joyride that pays homage to film noir, Samuel Beckett and even the Teletubbies – a startling, provocative fever dream. Featuring a soundtrack of terrific music worthy of the title. Country and Irish is like nothing else you’ll see this year. “Taps the toes and twangs the heart strings” Irish Independent Directed by Conor Hanratty, McCabe’s triumphant theatrical display has been picking up rave reviews and great enthusiastic audience response. “Slick production and deft performance” Irish Times Duration 60 minutes no interval16 years+ | 24th Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | The Doris Day Story - Que Sera Sera | April The Doris Day Story - Que Sera Sera MUSIC This beautiful production from the producer and director of the award-winning Eva Cassidy Story 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, this production charts her life as a Jazz-singer to an idol of the silver screen, and beyond. A show not to be missed - so come on and take a sentimental journey down memory lane. It’s Magic! Duration 1 hrs 50 mins incl interval | 25th Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | The Patient Gloria | April The Patient Gloria Town Hall Theatre & Galway Theatre Festival Present Pan Pan's THEATRE Winner of Scotsman Fringe First Award & Herald Angel Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival Gloria Szymanski was betrayed in 1965 when her private therapy sessions were made public without her knowledge. She is gloriously avenged by Gina Moxley’s irreverent, gutsy, hilariously funny, and strangely moving mash-up of punk rock, satire and yes, therapy. Duration: 75 mins. (No interval)Age: 12+ Contains sexual themes and images, strong language, haze, loud noises. | 26th Apr | Black Box | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Werther | April Werther Irish National Opera MUSIC Jules Massenet A masterly portrayal of poetic love. Werther, the young poet. Charlotte, the woman he loves. And his best friend Albert, to whom she is engaged. Massenet transforms the triangle of Goethe’s hugely influential novel of impossible love into a hauntingly gentle and lyrical opera that sensitively traces the unfolding of a hopeless passion. With a hauntingly exquisite score and full of romantic intrigue, Werther remains one of Massenet’s most popular operas and features a stellar cast. Rising star Italian tenor Paride Cataldo sings the title role. Irish mezzo-soprano Niamh O’Sullivan, who appeared in INO’s Olivier Award winning Bajazet, sings Charlotte, her voice praised as “bewitchingly beautiful” by Süddeutsche Zeitung. Completing the line-up are baritone Charles Rice as Albert, soprano Sarah Shine as Sophie, baritone Wyn Pencarreg as Le Bailli, tenor Eamonn Mulhall as Schmidt and baritone Owen Gilhooly-Miles as Johann. Werther is conducted by Philipp Pointner and directed by Sophie Motley, with set and costume design by Sarah Jane Shiels. Werther...In Focus, a free online introduction to the opera takes place on 20th April at 7pm. Booking details to be announced Duration: 2 hours 20 mins, including the interval Age: 15A / Trigger Warnings: Themes of an adult nature - unrequited love and suicide Sung in French with English surtitles. | 27th Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | The Enchanted Toy Shop and Showcase Spectacular | April The Enchanted Toy Shop and Showcase Spectacular The Antoinette Casserly School of Dance DANCE Join students from The Antoinette Casserly School of Dance, ranging in age from 3 years to 21, as they perform Beautiful inspirational Ballet pieces and energetic exciting Jazz numbers. Is sure to be a fun performance for all involved Duration: approx 2 hours including interval | 28th - 29th Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | The Examination | April The Examination Town Hall Theatre and Galway Theatre Festival PresentsBrokentalkers THEATRE ‘I’d like the people to know I’m not an animal. Did I cause harm? Yes.Should I be punished? Of course. But do I deserve my human rights? Absolutely I do.’ ★★★★ ‘Superbly slippery piece of theatre’ - The Stage The Examination is the award-winning production by Brokentalkers exploring mental health and human rights in the prison system. Performed by Brokentalkers’ Gary Keegan and stand-up comedian and former prisoner Willie White. Featuring Brokentalkers’ distinctive blend of biography, socio-political discourse and breath taking theatricality, The Examination draws on historical research and testimony from current and former prisoners. With powerful imagery and a visceral sound scape, The Examination is an uncompromising and revelatory interrogation of an aspect of society too often ignored. ★★★★ 'No easy escapes in Brokentalkers’ sly, provocative play' - The Irish Times The Examination is the outcome of a 12-month research period, that saw Brokentalkers’ directors Gary Keegan and Feidlim Cannon hold theatre workshops and interviews with life sentence prisoners and former prisoners in various settings including Mountjoy Prison and PACE Training and Education Services. They have also drawn on wider historical analysis undertaken by Associate Professor Catherine Cox (UCD) and Professor Hilary Marland. Best Production – Irish Times Theatre Awards 2020Best Soundscape (Denis Clohessy) – Irish Times Theatre Awards 2020Best Production – Dublin Fringe Festival 2019Best Performer (Willie White) – Dublin Fringe Festival 2019 ★★★★ 'Again and again, 'The Examination' pulls the rug out from under you' - Fest The Examination is a collaboration with Professor Catherine Cox, as part of the Wellcome Trust Award for Prisoners, Medical Care and Entitlement to Health in England and Ireland, 1850-2000 and is supported by UCD Research. Originally commissioned by UCD School of History. The Examination National Tour is funded by The Arts Council Touring Award. CreditsWritten & Directed by Feidlim Cannon & Gary KeeganCreative Produced by Rachel BerginResearch by Associate Professor Catherine CoxSet Design by Ger ClancySound Design by Denis ClohessyLighting Design by Stephen DoddCostume Design by Sarah FoleyAnimation Design / Illustration: Gareth GowranMovement Direction by Eddie KayPerformed by Willie White & Gary Keegan Duration 65 mins. No interval16+ Strong language, themes of mental health & addiction | 29th Apr | Black Box | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Karan Casey | April Karan Casey MUSIC Singing songs charged with a sense of social responsibility in a career spanning over 25 years, Karan Casey has released 11 albums as well as contributing to numerous other artists’ projects. She has toured extensively throughout the world, performing with her own band as well as in diverse collaborations. Founding member of FairPlé her Hieroglyphs That Tell the Tale album was released by Vertical Records in 2018. Her song “Down in the Glen” was nominated for Best Original Folk Song at the RTE Folk Awards and her new album Nine Apples of Gold will be released February 2023. Duration 110 mins incl interval | 30th Apr | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | A Call To You | May A Call To You Catherine Young Dance presents DANCE Following its sold-out 2 night run at the Dublin Dance Festival in 2022, A Call to You by Catherine Young Dance returns this May for a country-wide tour. ‘A real sense of joy & celebration' RTE Arena A Call To You emerges from the urgency of the incomprehensible times we live through. It is a call to come together; to explore the fragility and friction of community. The strength of the many. 'Energised by live music...Uplifting' The Irish Times Featuring a cast of outstanding international performers and live music and inspired by Ukrainian folk dance traditions, A Call To You is a passionate celebration of life, togetherness and dance. It offers an antidote to the imagery of war and the endless rhetoric of politics. As words fail, the body now speaks – untamed and unapologetic. 'A wonderful balm for the soul' Dublin Dance Festival blog Originally created at Backstage Theatre for the Dublin Dance Festival 2022, this tour is funded by Arts Council’s Touring Award with the support of the NASC network. Duration: 50 mins, no interval | 2nd May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | From a Low and Quiet Sea | May From a Low and Quiet Sea Decadent Theatre THEATRE The mother, the refugee, the penitent, the dreamer. From a Low and Quiet Sea is a carefully crafted portrait of the intersecting lives of four characters, each searching for a version of home. From war–torn Syria to small–town Ireland, they are scarred by all they have loved and lost. They are drawn towards a powerful reckoning, one that will bring them together in the most unexpected of ways. Duration: 2 hours including an interval. Age: 15+ A serious drama with some strong language, subjects of an adult nature, and references to death. | 3rd May | THT | |
| MUSIC | An Evening with Ron Sexsmith | May An Evening with Ron Sexsmith MCD proudly presents MUSIC Ron Sexsmith is a three time, Juno award-winning singer-songwriter from St Catharines Ontario. With producer Mitchell Froom, Sexsmith released his self-titled label debut album in 1995. In his Sept 7, 1995 review for Rolling Stone, Bud Scoppa wrote: “He just may be the most fluent balladeer to come along since Tim Hardin or Harry Nilsson.” His extensive song and album catalog has garnered Sexsmith a substantive cult following and an international touring career. His early years of touring included opening for established artists such as, John Hiatt, Elvis Costello, Sarah McLaughlin, Tori Amos, Squeeze, Aimee Mann, Coldplay, Nick Lowe, John Prine, Lucinda Williams and many others. His songs as well, have been covered by the likes of Rod Stewart, Nick Lowe, Emmy Lou Harris, Feist, and Michael Buble to name a few. In the past few decades as a headlining artist, Ron has performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, such as Massey Hall, Royal Albert Hall, and Carnegie Hall. Ron completed work on a brand new album which is scheduled to be released in early 2023 and is in keeping with his reputation for catchy but graceful melodies, drawing on love, and the trials of everyday life. Duration 120 mins approx. plus interval | 4th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| COMEDY | Emma Doran: Mad, Isn’t It | May Emma Doran: Mad, Isn’t It Róisín Dubh Comedy & Aviary Talent present COMEDY In her biggest solo show to date, comedian Emma Doran reflects on what just happened. One minute she was an 18 year old stumbling off the Waltzers in Courtown and now she's hurtling through her late 30s with a 19 year old daughter and 2 other kids. “One of the hottest young stars in Irish Comedy” - Irish Independent. Mad Isn't It. A stand up show from Emma Doran with some of your favourite characters from her social media. | 5th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | The House of Bernardó Alba | May The House of Bernardó Alba Town Hall Theatre & Galway Theatre Festival present DANCE Federico Garcia Lorca Ériu’s production of ‘The House of Bernardó Alba’ will bring contemporary Irish music, theatre and dance to bear on Lorca’s original script. Drawing from shared historical and cultural links between Ireland and Spain, including the ways in which gender and domesticity were given meaning by a dominant Catholic political culture, Ériu explores the fertile ground for creative expression in the interstices of the two cultures. Using a Queer lens, the male players acquire some of the traditionally female roles to explore the play’s themes of subservience, coercive power and complicity through channelling their personal experiences from across the spectrum of human sexual and gender identity. Key aspects of Iberian dance culture are drawn upon to excavate shared modes of creative expression through dance. Duration: 2 hrs incl interval Cast Maria Josefa – John FitzGeraldBernardó Alba – Breandán de GallaíPoncia – Laura LundyPrudencius & Servant – MacDarragh FitzPatrickAugustias – Shannon BurkeMagdalena (Pepe) – James GreenanAmelia – Caoimhe EnnisMantirio – Sarah FennellAdeló – Odhrán McLaughlin Creatives Director & Dramaturge: Michèle ManahanCo-Director & Choreographer: Breandán de GallaíComposer: Natasa PaulbergLighting Design: Tim Feehily Music The score is being created by internationally acclaimed composer Natasa Paulberg Black Box Theatre – Intimate Setting | 5th - 06th May | Black Box | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Gary Gamble - Sorry For Your Loss | May Gary Gamble - Sorry For Your Loss THEATRE Following the recent sell-out success of their debut hit comedy show, Sorry for your loss is an unmissable night of fun and craic that will have you killed with laughter. Nothing ever happens in the isolated town-land of Bannion, Donegal. Sisters Barbara and Alice learn of the passing of their uncle Paddy from Australia who has an inheritance. Are their fortunes about to change? Hosting an Irish wake - easy, keeping this a secret from their cunning sister Majella. Not so easy – especially as Bannion is home to some unusual townsfolk. Are they making a grave mistake, or are their lives going to hit a dead end? With more twists than a cork screw, this adult comedy show will have you killed with laughter, as we give uncle Paddy the send-off he always wanted. If it’s laughter you’re after then this is the wake for you! With standing ovations and rave reviews flying in for this must see sketch! Duration 2 hours 20 mins including interval Suitable for audiences aged 18+. | 6th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Club S: Flash Bang Boogie | May Club S: Flash Bang Boogie Club Shine Community Youth Variety Group, Galway Present THEATRE Club Shine are proud to present their 9th annual variety show – ‘Flash Bang Boogie’ - an action-packed 90 minutes of music, dance and comedy, ideal for all the family! The show promises to be lively and entertaining with some well-known tunes & a bit of nostalgia, as well as a few original bits thrown in for good measure! Club S is a community youth variety club, run on a voluntary basis and situated in St. Josephs Community Centre Shantalla. It has over 50 members from 9- 18 years. Duration: 1 hour 30 mins. No interval | 7th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| LITERATURE | The Juggler | May The Juggler LITERATURE A man is kidnapped by a woman with suicide on her mind. Enslaving him to her will, she enacts her meticulously formulated plan to end herself. Bidding adieu one by one to all life's expressions, she weaves her chaotic dance of death. Into this apparently private world she allows in a sinister voyeur to assist in the filming for posterity of her own ending. But The Juggler discovers all is not as it appears in this hyper controlled environment. Age: 16+ Contains content some may find upsetting Duration: 90 mins, no interval | 8th - 12th May | Studio | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Conversations After Sex | May Conversations After Sex Town Hall Theatre and Galway Theatre Festival PresentsTHISISPOPBABY THEATRE In unexpected conversations after anonymous sexual encounters, a woman discovers men with the same deep need to connect. Anchored by a stunning, tour-de-force performance by Kate Stanley Brennan, multi-award-winning writer Mark O’Halloran and director Tom Creed (Trade, Best New Play, Irish Times Theatre Awards 2011) reunite for this funny, tender and brutally honest new work from THISISPOPBABY. Duration 80mins. No interval WINNER Best New Play, Irish Theatre Awards 2021. ★★★★★‘Five stars for Mark O’Halloran’s extraordinary new play…Kate Stanley Brennan is sublime’ The Irish Times ★★★★‘A portrayal of grief that is unforgettable in its rawness’ The Guardian Age Guidance: 15+ Use of haze, flashing lights, and very brief full nudity. Contains themes of an adult nature and reference to suicide. | 9th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Menopause the Musical 2 | May Menopause the Musical 2 MUSIC Starring Mary Byrne (X Factor), Jessica Martin (Copycats), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty) and Susie Fenwick (West End Star), we present Menopause the Musical 2 - Cruising Through Menopause. In this hilarious 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 and weight gain Cruising Through Menopause is truly funny, heartfelt and reassuring look at the “joys” of menopause. When your life is a bumpy ride full of twists and turns, it’s hard to find and keep 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 hysterical 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 and maybe even crying, as you join us for Menopause the Musical 2 - Cruising Through Menopause. Age advisory 16+ Duration 110 mins incl interval. This performance includes haze and flashing lights | 10th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| COMEDY | Paul Smith - Joker | May Paul Smith - Joker COMEDY Paul Smith is back with a brand new tour! ‘Joker’ is his biggest and funniest tour show to date in which the scouse funny man mixes his trade mark audience interaction with more hilarious true stories from his everyday life. If you’ve seen Paul live before you’ll know to expect hysterics from start. If you have only seen him online then be sure to get your tickets quick for what is guaranteed to be one of the outstanding comedy tours of the year. Duration incl interval 2 hours 30 mins | 12th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | The Northside Raven | May The Northside Raven HystERia Téatar THEATRE Riley’s life changed when enormous black wings sprouted from their back. The family wants to hide Riley’s wings. The doctors want to remove Riley’s wings. If everyone hates those black wings…does Riley have to hate them too? A work-in-progress play written by Ashley Behrend and presented in collaboration with HystERia Téatar, The Northside Raven explores broken relationships, fear of the unknown, forgiveness and the rigorous journey of learning to love and accept your true self. Duration: 70 mins, no interval Age: 16+ TW: Violence, Suicide Attempt, Self-Harm | 15th - 18th May | Studio | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Yes and Yes | May Yes and Yes Liz Roche Company THEATRE To mark 100 years since the first publication of James Joyce’s Ulysses, one of the most important works of modern literature, Solas Nua in Washington D.C, in partnership with Cork Opera House, commissioned choreographer Liz Roche and her company to create a brand-new dance piece, Yes and Yes. Yes and Yes takes its title from the final episode of the book which both begins and ends with a “yes”. “…yes I said yes I will Yes”; the famous last words of the book, exclaimed by Molly Bloom. The dance journeys through the episodes of Ulysses, exploring the sensuality, absurdity, release, and resignation of the book in movement with four extraordinary dancers and through film, sound, and design. Yes and Yes’ US and Irish debuts in 2022 were met with sold out shows and standing ovations. It’s time for Yes and Yes to come back and give Dublin Dance Festival audiences a flavour of Liz Roche Company. Yes and Yes by Liz Roche is a co-production between Solas Nua in Washington DC and Liz Roche Company in partnership with Cork Opera House. Commissioned by Solas Nua. Kindly supported by Culture Ireland and The Arts Council/ An Chomhairle Ealaíon. Duration: 70 mins. No Interval.Age: 16+ | 17th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | All The Things Left Unsaid An Evening with Michael Harding |
May All The Things Left UnsaidAn Evening with Michael Harding THEATRE For almost fifty years, Michael Harding has been crafting words in a bid to express himself and to explore truths about the human condition. But even still he found himself unable to say certain things he really wanted to. Then, while in recovery from surgery, he travelled to a cottage on the Atlantic coast and thought again about life and the people who had profoundly affected him over the years: mentors, loves and old friends. There at the ocean, he wrote letters, with an intimacy not previously risked. Letters that would never be posted but that feature in his latest book All the Things Left Unsaid – a vulnerable and beautifully wrought collection of insights into life, death, friendship, and love. Join Ireland’s master storyteller for a return to the stage that is greatly anticipated by his legion of fans across the country, telling his stories with great humour, warmth, and honesty. Duration 80 mins, no interval | 18th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Rebecca O'Connor in Simply the Best - Tina Turner | May Rebecca O'Connor in Simply the Best - Tina Turner MUSIC Due to phenomenal public demand and following sell-out shows on each of her last five visits, Rebecca O’Connor returns to Galway with her show-stopping band and dancers to once again deliver her flawless renditions of Tina Turner’s greatest hits. As the only Irish artist to ever win the prestigious European TV competition “Stars in Their Eyes” in front of over 33 million viewers, Rebecca brought her performance of Tina Turner to life as she wowed the audience and has continued to do so all over the world to sell-out crowds ever since. Be prepared to stand in your seats as Rebecca 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. Perfectly summed up by Mick Fleetwood of the legendary Fleetwood Mac, “Rebecca is an amazing singer and performer, I was mesmerised… a night you’ll never forget.” Duration: 2 hours plus interval | 19th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | Dance, Dance, Dance! | May Dance, Dance, Dance! Genevieve Ryan Dance Academy DANCE The Genevieve Ryan Dance Academy proudly presents “Dance Dance Dance!” Join the Genevieve Ryan Dance Academy as they proudly bestow all of their talented students on the stage of the Town Hall Theatre with Dance Dance Dance! Galway’s biggest and best dance academy will present a mixed repertoire of various dance styles from Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre and so much MORE! The GRDA Dancers have been working hard this year and are excited to Dance Dance Dance! Duration: Approximately 60-75 mins, no interval Sat 20 May, 7pm: Moycullen StudioSun 21 May, 2pm: Knocknacarra Studio & Claregalway StudioSun 21 May 6pm: Headford Rd Studio & Ballinderreen Studio | 20th - 21st May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| FILM | Banff Mountain Festival World Tour 2023 | May Banff Mountain Festival World Tour 2023 FILM Witness a night of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen! The Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography! Join the world’s top adventure filmmakers and thrill-seekers as they climb, ski, paddle and ride into the wildest corners of the planet! With free prize giveaways, this is an unmissable event from the world’s most prestigious mountain festival – guaranteed to ignite your passion for adventure, action and travel! This is a screening of the Red Film Programme. See www.banff-uk.com for more. A BAFFIN VACATION 12 minutes Most summer holidays don’t involve skiing hundreds of kilometres over a frozen fjord in the Arctic Circle, but adventurers Erik Boomer and Sarah McNair-Landry are not most people. On a romantic getaway with a difference, the duo set off on a 45-day expedition through the remote landscape of Baffin Island in Canada, in search of stunning cliffs to climb and unexplored rivers to white-water kayak. THE NINE WHEELS 22 minutes A story of choosing to live life to the fullest in the face of adversity. The Schneeberger family includes mountain bike stars of the future Emric (10) and Raoul (13), plus their parents Toni and Laetitia. Packed with emotion, soul and high-power riding scenes, this film explores what it is like to live with a disability, brotherly love, the devotion of parents and living life one day at a time. WALKING ON CLOUDS 7 minutes Brazilian engineer Rafael Bridi is on a quest to find complete freedom… and his search has taken him above the clouds. Establishing a slackline between two hot air balloons over the Praia Grande in Brazil, Rafael is hoping to break the record for the world’s highest slackline walk. To succeed he will need motivation, discipline and mindfulness at almost 2,000m above the ground. WILD WATERS 45 minutes Adventurer, competitor and badass human are all words used to describe French kayaker Nouria Newman. As she prepares to become the first female to run a 100ft (30m) waterfall,Wild Watersfollows Nouria’s journey from young Olympic hopeful to one of the greatest kayakers of all time. However, running some of the world’s hardest white-water isn't Nouria's biggest challenge - expectations placed upon her as an athlete and as a woman weigh heavily on her decisions and she pushes back to make her own path. BRIDGE BOYS 30 minutes Kept away from towering cliffs abroad because of lockdown, top British climbers Pete Whittaker and Tom Randall are forced to look closer to home for adventure. Enter one of the most unusual climbs ever attempted – a 2,600ft horizontal groove beneath a motorway bridge on the M5. Sleeping on ledges suspended from the bridge, the pair face ferocious climbing moves, bridge-shaking traffic and police suspicion on this extraordinary Devon challenge. FLOW 5 minutes Big mountain skier Sam Favret explores the closed resort of Chamonix during the unusual winter of 2021. With spectacular aerial footage of iconic mountain faces, this captivating short offers a dose of unreality, serenity and Sam's powerful skiing, but above all the pleasure of rediscovering a playground allowed to return back to its wild state. Age Guidance: 12A | 22nd May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Garth Brooks - Ultimate Tribute Show | May Garth Brooks - Ultimate Tribute Show MUSIC A live tribute to the music of Garth Brooks featuring covers of all the classic hits including, among many others ‘If tomorrow never comes’, ‘Friends in low places’, 'The thunder rolls’ and of course ‘The Dance’. Also featuring the UK’s leading tribute to Trisha Yearwood, Garth’s backing vocalist for over 25 years and a major recording artist in her own right. Duration 2 hrs 20 mins incl intervalThis show includes Strobe Lighting *This is a tribute show and is in no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows.The promoter reserves the right to alter the programme. | 23rd May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | My Leonard Cohen | May My Leonard Cohen Act One Presents MUSIC A tribute to the songs of Leonard Cohen performed by Stewart D’Arrietta and his band. After Sold Out Seasons at Sydney Opera House and Edinburgh Fringe Festival Stewart D’Arrietta and his band bring for the very first time to Ireland his rousing celebration of the late legendary Cohen’s best loved Music , Poetry and Stories of his life. World class musicians offer gutsy and imaginative arrangements of the great singersongwriter’s most powerful works, driven by D’Arrietta’s raw vocals. This is Cohen’s music as you’ve never heard it before. The Classic Tower of Song, sensual I’m Your Man, and anthemic Hallelujah, are just a few of the Cohen Favourites given the D’Arrietta treatment. New Songs for 2022/23 include the heartrending In my Secret Life , Kaleidoscopic Closing Time and menacing The Future. D’Arrietta has enjoyed a long career as a performer , composer and music director , performing in venues across the globe from New York to Tokyo. D’Arrietta on piano is joined by a Live band of celebrated International musicians. He is the full package both as musician and entertainer - Daily Teleg | 24th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| COMEDY | Jarlath Regan: Jarzilla | May Jarlath Regan: Jarzilla COMEDY Jarzilla - The Stand-up Comedy Show Following millions of downloads and views on YouTube, TikTok and Instagram Jarlath Regan lands in Galway with his epic new show “Jarzilla”. Ireland’s favourite Irishman Abroad is back after appearances on Tonight At The Palladium (ITV), Russell Howard’s Good News (BBC) and Goggle Box (Channel 4). As recommended by Ardal O’Hanlon, Marc Maron, Jack Whitehall, Joe Wilkinson, Deborah Frances White, The Guardian and TripAdvisor. ‘Side-splitting stuff’ ★★★★ Metro Age: 16+ | 25th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | The Lock-In | May The Lock-In East Side Community Drama THEATRE Eastside Community Drama presents an original Whodunit out west, The Lock-In by Rena Bryson. When the owner of the local pub dies a suspicious death Connemara’s best detective is on the case. Get ready for drama, comedy, and perhaps a bit of romance while Detective Donovan tries to figure out Whodunit. Until the killer is caught, it’s the lock-in to end all lock-ins! Duration: 1 hour | 25th - 26th May | Studio | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | DirtBirds #NoFilters | May DirtBirds #NoFilters THEATRE 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.) So if you need answers to questions like: How do I have confidence when I feel lower than a snake’s arse? How do I learn to love my muffin top? When the kids wreck my head how do I stop myself from selling them on Done Deal? …then this is definitely the show for you. (Perfect women not allowed in.) “Their comedy is based on observing normal-life situations and turning them into very intelligent quips, sketches and stories.” The Independent “Sinead and Sue identify a gap in comedy that women can relate to, they are passionate mothers themselves and have first- hand experience of life’s challenges.” The Times Duration 2hrs 15 mins incl interval | 26th - 27th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | The Four Seasons | May The Four Seasons Ciara Beech Dance Academy Presents DANCE The students of Ciara Beech Dance Academy will take you on a journey through the seasons in this colourful and energetic production. With scenes including New Year’s Day, summer holidays, Halloween and Christmas, experience all the highlights of one year in one hour! Ballet, lyrical, jazz and tap all feature in this family-friendly show. Duration: 70 mins, no interval | 28th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | YES! Reflections of Molly Bloom | May YES! Reflections of Molly Bloom THEATRE A daring theatrical journey into the mind and heart of James Joyce’s most sensual hero – the indomitable Molly Bloom. It is Ireland in the early hours of June 17th, 1904. Molly Bloom’s husband – the philandering Leopold “Poldy” Bloom – has just come home and fallen asleep. Molly – a daughter, a mother, a lover, and a longsuffering wife – patrols the pathways of her wild and leaping consciousness. She is lustful. Scared. Exuberant. Heartbreakingly lonely. Vivaciously reckless. And profoundly funny. Performed by Aedin Moloneywith music by Paddy Moloney adapted from JAMES JOYCE Ulysses by Aedin Moloney & Colum McCann 16+. Includes Sexually Graphic ContentDuration 75 mins, no interval | 30th May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Mojo Mickybo | May Mojo Mickybo Bruiser Theatre Company THEATRE Mojo Mickybo is an unsentimental portrayal of innocence betrayed by communal hatred. The play follows two friends growing up in Belfast – a friendship that at first is immune to the sectarian violence taking place around them, but which nonetheless is ultimately destroyed by it. Set in Belfast over the summer of 1970, Mojo and his mate Mickybo are two nine-year-old boys from opposing sides of the sectarian divide. They are as 'thick as two small thieves'; playing headers, being mouthy, building huts, spitting from cinema balconies and re-enacting their favourite movie, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. They are young cowboys in the making, with the violence of The Troubles only obliquely impacting on them – until finally their friendship is destroyed in a way that they only later come to understand. This is pure storytelling with Bruiser’s dynamic physicality, providing opportunity for theatre-goers to experience Belfast’s most treasured, living playwright, and to consider that Mojo and Mickybo represent the division of a benighted country that has spent a century at war with itself. Duration 70 mins. No interval18+ The production contains strong language and mature themes; strobe lighting in use | 31st May | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Flash Harry - A Celebration of Queen LIVE | June Flash Harry - A Celebration of Queen LIVE Tom Keating MUSIC Flash Harry A Celebration of Queen LIVE returns to Galway! Delivering a show that embraces live music in its purest essence, it oozes with talent, energy, enthusiasm, passion and of course the pure showmanship that we associate with one of the most exuberant frontmen of all time, Freddie Mercury. Audiences have been enthralled by Flash Harry's searing take on some of rocks greatest ever anthems, from 'Radio Gaga' to 'We Are The Champions', 'Bohemian Rhapsody' to 'We Will Rock You' and everything in between. Quite simply it’s live music entertainment at its best. The band Flash Harry has been celebrating the music of Queen for over 20 years. With a huge resurgence in Queen's popularity following the release of the critically acclaimed movie Bohemian Rhapsody, the demand to see and hear their music live is as high as it has been the heady days of post-Live Aid 1980s. Flash Harry's faithful tribute to Queen has drawn fans of the band in over the years to enjoy the quality of the performances and the sheer entertainment value of their show. After an amazing non-stop 20 years delivering unforgettable shows in top notch venues, the reason for Flash Harry’s success is simple - it’s a show of hit after hit, is universal in its appeal, and has been the sound track of the last 40 years. Rarely will a show reach across generations and deliver as much as Flash Harry – a celebration of Queen. Duration 2 hrs 20 mins incl interval | 2nd Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | Dance It Out Ireland: Sparkle & Stomp | June Dance It Out Ireland: Sparkle & Stomp DANCE Come along and enjoy our students aged 4 years and up dance to some fun and much loved tunes in our annual show. Our classes are based on confidence building and community through love of movement with dance styles such as Hip Hop and Lyrical dance. Duration: 80 mins, no interval | 3rd Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | Ultraflex: A Trip Down Disneylane | June Ultraflex: A Trip Down Disneylane Ultraflex School of Dance DANCE Join these truly talented students on a trip down Disneylane with over 100 students ranging in age 4-17 years. Enjoy a variety of Disney classics such as The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Hercules, Moana, Tangled and many more. This show will have you singing along and dancing out of your seats. Duration: 1hr 15mins, no interval | 4th Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | In the Midst of Plenty | June In the Midst of Plenty Enchanted Croi Theatre THEATRE A major new folk musical, written by Amy Day and directed by Anne-Marie O’Sullivan of Enchanted Croi Theatre, tells the stories of friendship, betrayal, eviction, and emigration from Roscommon’s Strokestown Estate during the time of the Great Famine. A new original script is augmented by an original contemporary folk music score with images of original Famine documentation and artefacts imaginatively woven into its set and costumes. Duration 2hrs 10 minutes incl interval | 7th - 08th Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Cash Returns | June Cash Returns THEATRE The Town Hall Theatre are excited to welcome the smash hit award winning show, Cash Returns, starring the incredibly talented JP Mac as the Man In Black, Johnny Cash, and the mesmerising Karen Martin as the sassy June Carter. This must see show has wowed audiences nationwide and beyond, taking them on a nostalgic experience into the mess halls of Folsom Prison to under the stage lights of the Grand Ole Opry by recreating that special one off sound that is still loved today by music fans worldwide. Duration 2hrs 20/30mins approxWarning: Slight strobe effect on show intro | 9th Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Shaskeen | June Shaskeen Advertiser Events presents MUSIC Traditional Irish Music and Song has been at the forefront with Shaskeen for the last fifty-three years, and Shaskeen is now a recognised cornerstone in the Irish Traditional and Folk scene. With a musical line up of 8 people of vast experience, sporting four front-line singers, Katie Theasby, Vocals, Flute & Whistles, Mary Liddy Concertina & Vocals, Johnny Donnellan Bodhran & Vocals, Dave Sanders, Fiddle, Viola, Mandolin & Vocals, Patsy McDonagh on Accordion, Geraldine Cotter on Piano, Eamonn Cotter on Concert Flutes, and Tom Cussen on Banjo & Mandolin. There are hardly any bands playing traditional music and songs in Ireland today that has the heritage, cultural context, longevity and experience of Shaskeen, a band of genuinely skilled musicians, no gimmickry, just instrument wizards, great variety in the tunes, straight-forward arrangements, beautiful songs, a fierce and collective drive, mighty energy. The versatility of this band is unlimited. 2022 was very exciting for Shaskeen with lots of concert gigs around Ireland including The All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Mullingar, Electric Picnic in Stradbally and as support to The Stunning in Leisureland. Shaskeen Concerts are jam-packed and entertaining from start to finish, with a host of reels, jigs, barn dances and their songs are of a wide & varied genre with delicate arrangements. Duration: 2 hrs 30 mins incl interval | 10th Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | 4M Dance Centre End of Year Show | June 4M Dance Centre End of Year Show DANCE 4M Dance Centre presents an exciting End of Year show, with multiple performances featuring their "Tiny Hop" dancers all the way up to their "Teeny Hop" dancers. Duration 2 hours including interval | 11th Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Máirtín O'Connor Band | June Máirtín O'Connor Band MUSIC Máirtín O'Connor (accordion), Cathal Hayden (fiddle) and Seamie O'Dowd (guitar) have been building a formidable musical relationship under the guise of The Máirtín O'Connor Band since 2001. Individually recognised figureheads of the tradition, they have built solid reputations as master musicians with astounding skill, diversity and virtuosity. Together they produce a vibrant and musically charged experience that redefines one's concept of brilliance. If this musical powerhouse does not get you to your feet, nothing will. In association with Music Generation Galway City. Duration 80 mins excl interval | 12th Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| FILM | Unsinkable | June Unsinkable FILM The story of Alan Corcoran’s unprecedented length of Ireland Sea Swim The story of Alan Corcoran’s unprecedented length of Ireland – 500-kilometre – sea swim for charity has all the hallmarks of a fascinating documentary. With the stunning backdrop of Ireland’s wild coastline, the story unfolds to show the succession of challenges faced during such a monumental undertaking. It’s a film that explores a person’s journey through grief, using the swimming project to channel the negative emotions into a meaningful, hopeful and inspiring adventure. | 15th Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | UK Pink Floyd Experience | June UK Pink Floyd Experience Prestige Productions MUSIC Celebrating over 50 years of one of rock’s most influential bands, this highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd. Featuring songs from the iconic album “The Dark Side Of The Moon” and classics including “Wish You Were Here”, “Shine On You Crazy Diamond”, “Another Brick In The Wall” and “Comfortably Numb”. Duration 2 hours 20 mins incl interval Show includes Strobe Lighting | 16th Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| DANCE | Summer Charity Gala | June Summer Charity Gala StageSchool Ireland DANCE Unicef Ireland & The Turkish Earthquake Disaster Not suitable for babies and toddlers due to noise StageSchool Ireland is one of the country's leading part time theatre schools for children and teens. More details at www.stageschool.ie and www.teenagestage.com 12pm show: Galway AM & PM Centres4pm show: Ennis & Westport Centres Duration 60 mins, no interval | 24th Jun | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | DruidO’Casey | July DruidO’Casey THEATRE One of the greatest Irish stories ever told Sean O’Casey’s Dublin TrilogyThe Plough and the StarsThe Shadow of a GunmanJuno and the PaycockDirected by Garry Hynes A century ago, Ireland was reborn in the fires of rebellion and war. The playwright Sean O’Casey bore witness to these seismic events and dramatised them as the Dublin Trilogy, three great works of Irish theatre, full of history, humanity and humour. 100 years later, Druid will weave O’Casey’s three plays into an epic theatrical event of conflict, national identity and the human toll of war, DruidO’Casey. Audiences will experience O’Casey’s work as never before: directed by Tony Award winner Garry Hynes, a company of 18 actors will perform the three plays in one day, drawing parallels between an Irish past and an international present. DruidO’Casey begins with The Plough and the Stars, the story of newlyweds Jack and Nora Clitheroe living in a city on the brink of rebellion in 1916. In The Shadow of a Gunman, Donal Davoren, Seumas Shields and Minnie Powell find themselves tragically tangled up in the Irish War of Independence. The saga ends with Juno and the Paycock and the Boyle family who see their fortunes dashed amidst the upheaval of the Irish Civil War. Renowned for their previous play cycles (DruidSynge, DruidMurphy and DruidShakespeare), DruidO’Casey will be the most ambitious production in Druid’s history. DruidO’Casey: Trilogy - TicketsDruidO’Casey: The Plough and the Stars - TicketsDruidO’Casey: The Shadow of a Gunman - TicketsDruidO’Casey: Juno and the Paycock - Tickets Please note tickets are also on sale through the Galway International Arts Festival at https://www.giaf.ie/festival/event/druidocasey | 9th - 30th Jul | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Daniel O'Donnell | August Daniel O'Donnell MUSIC Daniel O'Donnell is one of the most prolific and successful recording artists in the UK charts. He is the only artist in the world to score a hit in the UK album charts every year since 1988, an unprecedented and unbroken 34-year span, and in doing so, has outshone everyone from Michael Jackson and Madonna, to U2 and the Rolling Stones. Daniel has now amassed 47 Top 75 albums, including 41 Top 40 albums, 29 Top 30 & 19 Top 10 albums, with 17 of the latter being this century, a feat that has not been achieved by any other recording artist. | 19th Aug | Other | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Eddi Reader & Alan Kelly Gang | September Eddi Reader & Alan Kelly Gang MUSIC Scotland’s internationally acclaimed and mesmerizing songstress, Eddi Reader, of Fairground Attraction fame teams up with Ireland’s own piano accordion maestro, Alan Kelly with his gang of acclaimed musicians featuring Steph Geremiaon flute and vocals, John Douglas (Trashcan Sinatras) and Shane McGowan (Sean Keane Band) on guitars with Jim Higgins (Christy Moore, The Stunning) on percussion. ★★★★★ The Irish Times ★★★★ "Exceptional" R2 ★★★★ Folk Radio UK "One of Scotland’s greatest national treasures" The Scotsman Brimming with powerful instrumentals, alluring songs and buoyant harmonies this is a wonderful union of Scottish and Irish tradition from true masters. Alan joined Eddi’s band in 2003 and since has toured and recorded by her side for the past 20 years, the two forging an enduring musical comradery. Thoughthis show was initially put together in 2010 as a once off collaboration, it has since developed into a headlining act and sold out their Irish tours for 9 consecutive years. Mixing the Alan Kelly Gang’s innovative perspective to the Celtic repertoire with Eddi Readers thrilling and affecting performance, this show has been praised for leaving audiences spellbound. Scotland’s The Living Traditionmagazine has described it as ‘an astonishing concert’. ★★★★ "This is a party looking for a crowd" Irish Times "one of the best Irish bands playing today" New York Irish Arts "Eddi Reader is one of my favorite singers of all time, she has one of the most amazing voices, on a whole other level. No one sounds like her; she has the power and strength of a singer from another age. I like to imagine that, before music was recorded, this is what the great singers sounded like. You don’t have to know anything about music, but something hits you as soon as you hear her sing." Jools Holland | 3rd Sep | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| COMEDY | Fred Cooke: Right Said Freddie | September Fred Cooke: Right Said Freddie COMEDY Celebrating over two decades of high-energy stand-up, Fred Cooke is officially back on the road with his brand new show. He has performed north, south, east and west of Meath and now is ready to take on the Country (and Meath) delivering a priceless’(Chortle) musical style. From dancing his way to the semi-final of Dancing with the Stars to supporting Tommy Tiernan around the country, now is your chance to see this likeable, crazed and hilarious man’ (Short.com) take to the stage on his nationwide tour | 7th Sep | Studio | BUY TICKETS |
| THEATRE | Peter McGann: Great Lad | September Peter McGann: Great Lad Lisa Richards Presents THEATRE For his first solo live show, internet “sensation”* Peter McGann brings his beautiful mind and warped characters to the Town Hall stage. If you found him bleak, upsetting, and deeply uncomfortable on your phone, imagine him in person! *his words Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes (incl interval) | 21st Sep | Studio | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | The Illegal Eagles | October The Illegal Eagles MUSIC Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The Eagles in 1971, The Illegal Eagles make their first visit to Galway with a brand new production, promising more of their trademark musical prowess, acute attention to detail and incredible showmanship. This critically acclaimed show features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more… The latest all-star line-up of the show, produced as ever by Phil Aldridge, features Tony Kiley (formerly from 80’s sensation The Blow Monkeys) on drums, Trevor Newnham (Dr Hook) vocals and bass, Greg Webb vocals and guitars, Mike Baker vocals, guitars and keys and Garreth Hicklin vocals, guitars and keys. Garreth, Greg, Trevor and Mike effortlessly capture the vocal style and delivery of Henley, Walsh, Fry, Schmidt and Meisner and are all masters of their respective instruments. Extremely tight harmonies & an acute attention to detail are synonymous with The Illegal Eagles, now in their 24th year on the road. Following a number of critically acclaimed UK & European Tours, The Illegal Eagles have established themselves not only as the ultimate celebration of The Eagles, but as one of the foremost authentic and talented shows in the world. | 3rd Oct | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Declan O'Rourke | November Declan O'Rourke MUSIC O’Rourke has been crafting songs since his mid-teens, his attention snagged from the age of 13 when he was given a guitar by a priest whilst living in Australia. By 24, long returned to Ireland, he found himself at the centre of the fiercely creative Dublin music scene that proved a fertile breeding ground for the young artist and his contemporaries. Performing extensively since across the USA, Europe and Australia, Declan O’Rourke’s growing status is one of a significant global artist. He has released seven studio records to date, five of which have enjoyed top five status in the national charts of his native Ireland. Arrivals(April 2021), reached Number 2 in Ireland and was nominated for International Album of the Year by the Americana Music Association, UK. Upon publication of his literary debut, The Pawnbroker’s Reward(Nov 2021), reached number 2 in the Hardback Fiction bestseller’s chart and stayed in the top five for 7 weeks. | 4th Nov | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | The Mersey Beatles | November The Mersey Beatles RML (Rhodes Media Live) Ltd presents MUSIC Following last year’s sell out show, The Mersey Beatles are back… The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and widely acclaimed celebration of John, Paul, George and Ringo. The band – who clocked up more than 600 appearances in a 10-year residency at Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club – brilliantly exude the inner and outer spirit of the original Fab Four. Fans and plaudits include John Lennon’s own family. Every Mersey Beatles concert is a hit-packed celebration from the ‘Mop Top’ hits of Beatlemania, through the psychedelic creativity of Sgt Pepper to the melodic wonder of the Fab Four’s later work such as ‘The White Album’ and Abbey Road. Duration: 2hrs 20 mins (inc 20 min interval) | 9th Nov | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| TALK | The Psychology of Serial Killers | November The Psychology of Serial Killers TALK Presented by ex-forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees, learn about serial killers you’ve never heard of before in this acclaimed, sell-out show. ‘The Psychology of Serial Killers’ will give even the most dedicated true crime fan new insights to the phenomenon of serial homicide. During this talk, you will learn: How serial killers are categorised Identifying serial killer myths Why is it that you can mostly only name white, male serial killers? Female serial killers Why do some serial killers receive fan mail, love letters and even marriage proposals? Killer couples (or partnered homicide) Finally, this talk will conclude with answering one of the most commonly-asked questions: “Why am I so interested in serial killers?” As you will see, an interest in true-crime is far from a new sensation. But why some people so fascinated with the criminal mind? This talk will explain all the factors of such content which have provoked your interest, and you will find that you are not as unusual as you may think. | 12th Nov | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Breathe - The Pink Floyd Experience | November Breathe - The Pink Floyd Experience MUSIC The Dark Side of the Moon50th Anniversary Show 1973-2023 Following a run of sold-out tours, Breathe - The Pink Floyd Experience present “Dark Side Of The Moon LIVE”, an explosive 2hr+ live music experience celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Pink Floyd’s seminal album plus selected tracks from their extensive back catalogue. This brand-new show will feature a spectacular start-to-finish run-through of the album that defined the 70s and sold an incredible 50 million copies around the world. There will also be 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”. Accompanied by stunning lighting and visuals “Dark Side Of The Moon LIVE” is a real Pink Floyd Experience, a psychedelic rock trip not to be missed! Breathe – The Pink Floyd Experience are Ireland’s premier Pink Floyd show. Formed in 2015 the band 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 and Clannad Fully Seated show | 18th Nov | Black Box | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | ABBA Forever | November ABBA Forever MUSIC From Waterloo to Dancing Queen, every favourite is here! Expect a fantastic fun night out and a feast of hits, ideal for the Christmas party and including the iconic Mamma Mia, SOS, Money Money Money, The Winner Takes It All, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! and many, many, many more! Not to be missed! Get your glad rags on, brush up on the lyrics, don the dancing boots and come to the best party in town! | 28th Nov | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Harvest a Tribute to Neil Young | December Harvest a Tribute to Neil Young MUSIC Harvest (a tribute to Neil Young) are a 8 piece band who have been thrilling audiences of Neil Young fans all over Ireland for over 12 years. Formed in 2009, the band have played sold-out shows all over the country. The band performed arguably Neil Young’s greatest album ”Harvest” in full at Vicar Street in Dublin in 2018, and have played at the Electric Picnic arts festival from 2013 to 2019 and have been invited back once again in 2023. A typical Harvest show includes passionate performances of favourites such as “Heart of Gold”, “Old Man”, “Out On The Weekend”, “Harvest Moon”, “The Needle And The Damage Done” and incendiary versions of “Rockin’ In The Free World”, “Cortez The Killer”, “Down By The River”, “Cinnamon Girl” and “Like A Hurricane” to name but a few. If you like Neil Young, you will love Harvest! “Neil Young fans – do not miss this band. They cover Neil Young’s music to perfection” / “Superb, and as a serious Neil Young fan, I don’t say that lightly” / “Best show I’ve been to in years” / “Super gig….savage setlist“ / “Harvest are stunning. An amazing experience” / “Even if you’re not a Neil Young fan, you have to see Harvest live. Blown away (like a hurricane)” / “Harvest play a blinder. Even better than the real thing” / “The dream set list that you'd never get at an actual Neil Young gig” The band members are:Dara Mulhern – lead vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, harmonicaSean O'Leary – electric guitar, acoustic guitar, backing vocalsPeter White – bass guitarJohn Fitzsimons – drums, backing vocalsEugene Peelo – electric piano, backing vocalsPaul Brennan – pedal steel guitar, electric guitarAlison O'Leary – backing vocals, acoustic guitarNadine Ferris France - backing vocals, acoustic guitar Duration 2hrs, no interval | 2nd Dec | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Mary Black 40th Anniversary Tour | December Mary Black 40th Anniversary Tour MUSIC 2023 is a special year for Mary as it marks the 40th anniversary of the release of her first solo album (released in May 1983). Since then Mary Black has become a dominant presence in Irish music, both at home and abroad, bringing her songs and music, to growing numbers of fans, not just in Ireland where she has been a household name for decades, but all over the world. As an award-winning solo artist with multiple chart-topping and critically acclaimed albums, Mary Black has been celebrated by an adoring public as well as fellow artists many of whom she has performed and recorded with over the years, including Emmylou Harris, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Joan Baez and Van Morrison. Mary is delighted to be going back on the road in 2023 to mark this 40th anniversary Mary and her outstanding band will celebrate her career playing the favourite songs from her extensive catalogue, songs that we’ve come to know and love over the years. In March this year, Mary received an Honorary Doctorate in Literature from UCD and on Nov. 7th RTÉ announced that Mary was to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards in Vicar Street. Mary Black Honoured by RTE Lifetime Achievement Award/ Duration 2hrs 30mins incl interval | 8th Dec | THT | BUY TICKETS |
| COMEDY | Adam Rowe | January Adam Rowe COMEDY Tickets on sale Thursday 16th March 2023 | 25th Jan | Black Box | BUY TICKETS |
| MUSIC | Cliona Hagan - The Dolly Songbook | March Cliona Hagan - The Dolly Songbook MUSIC Duration 2 hrs incl interval Awarded Female Vocalist of the Year at the prestigious Sunday World Entertainment Awards four years running and performing on RTE’s Dancing with Stars Cliona Hagan now returns to her roots. Having grown up in Co. Tyrone listening to one of her biggest musical influences Cliona now embarks on a lifelong dream to pay homage to one of the most influential female artists of all time, Dolly Parton. In 2023 “The Dolly Songbook Show” embarked on its first nationwide tour selling out its entire run of shows – and now it's back! Together with the 6 piece Sheerin Family band Cliona will perform hits like 9 to 5, Jolene, Coat Of Many Colours & I Will Always Love You but to name a few. She Explains” I have always sang a couple of Dolly songs in my shows and every time my fans would tell me how much I am like a young Dolly so after being approached by Ritz Records I decided to record an album of Dolly songs and pay homage to this amazing lady” | 1st Mar | THT | BUY TICKETS |
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