The Lottery tells the story of Drexel, an idealist inventor, and Pipe, his quietly brilliant servant, as they try to invent something extraordinary—starting with absolutely nothing. Full of visual surprises, physical comedy, and strange experiments that teeter between brilliance and disaster, The Lottery invites audiences young and old into a world where imagination may be
'Has a sheep on a star eaten a rose?' If that sounds silly then you might be like the King and the Business-Man on their lonely asteroids, forgetting that the most important things can only be understood with the heart. The Little Prince is here to remind us that real truth is invisible to the
Irish Harp Music of the 17th & 18th centuries Cormac Breatnach – Susato Whistles; Steve Cooney – Guitars; Aisling Ennis – Irish Harp; Malachy Robinson - Viola da Gamba; Eamon Sweeney- Early Guitars//Bandora/Lute. Experience the haunting music of the Harpers - arranged from the original Irish & Scottish sources. This concert features some of Ireland’s
Killian Sundermann always wanted to be a rock star, but barring a few heartfelt renditions of Bohemian Rhapsody whilst in the shower, things aren’t going to plan. Join one of Ireland's most exciting new comedians for a night of stand up, sketch and song as he brings his sold-out Dublin Fringe show around the country
THE ILLEGALS with Niamh Kavanagh Eagles and Fleetwood Mac ‘50 Years’ It’s hard to believe that it is 50 years since the world first heard two of the greatest rock albums of all time: One of These Nights by the Eagles and the eponymous Fleetwood Mac which marked the debut of Stevie Nicks and Lindsay Buckingham. For 2025, The Illegals
The Kevin Brady Electric Quartet has a clear aim of creating and producing new contemporary jazz and the impact of this has been immediate. Their performances have been critically acclaimed for their dynamism and musicality. Touring regularly, they have consolidated their worldwide reputation as a compelling live act. As quoted by The Telegraph UK, “This
As he walks the Camino and talks to his father. Michael Harding’s father had a profound effect on his life. In 2023 Michael walked the Camino de Santiago, and wrote a volume of memoir entitled I Loved Him from the Day He Died. Join Michael as he brings to life the Camino walk and the father
As he walks the Camino and talks to his father. Michael Harding’s father had a profound effect on his life. In 2023 Michael walked the Camino de Santiago, and wrote a volume of memoir entitled I Loved Him from the Day He Died. Join Michael as he brings to life the Camino walk and the father
Kildare Youth Theatre’s production of Macbeth is a celebration of community casting. It is performed by international artists living in Newbridge and volunteering with Crooked House Theatre Company. They come from Egypt, Greece, Türkiye, Tunisia, Spain, Italy, France. English is not their first language, and their accents are native. They are joined onstage by young
Kildare Youth Theatre’s production of Macbeth is a celebration of community casting. It is performed by international artists living in Newbridge and volunteering with Crooked House Theatre Company. They come from Egypt, Greece, Türkiye, Tunisia, Spain, Italy, France. English is not their first language, and their accents are native. They are joined onstage by young
Kildare Youth Theatre’s production of Macbeth is a celebration of community casting. It is performed by international artists living in Newbridge and volunteering with Crooked House Theatre Company. They come from Egypt, Greece, Türkiye, Tunisia, Spain, Italy, France. English is not their first language, and their accents are native. They are joined onstage by young
Kildare Youth Theatre’s production of Macbeth is a celebration of community casting. It is performed by international artists living in Newbridge and volunteering with Crooked House Theatre Company. They come from Egypt, Greece, Türkiye, Tunisia, Spain, Italy, France. English is not their first language, and their accents are native. They are joined onstage by young
Kildare Youth Theatre’s production of Macbeth is a celebration of community casting. It is performed by international artists living in Newbridge and volunteering with Crooked House Theatre Company. They come from Egypt, Greece, Türkiye, Tunisia, Spain, Italy, France. English is not their first language, and their accents are native. They are joined onstage by young
19:00 - Book signing by Ray Lane in the foyer. 19:30 - Presentation by Ray Lane: Only A Soldier Knows. Ray Lane's memoir explores the nature of warfare, duty and the courage and mental strength it takes to be the person that overrides every natural human instinct and walks towards an improvised explosive device. Lt. Colonel
9:00 - Registration and bookshop 9:30 - Welcome 9:40-10.20 Irish Military in France 1690-1815 Stephen McGarry Around 50,000 Irishmen served in the armies of France, Spain and Austria from 1690 until the disbandment of the Irish Brigade in the Spanish Service in 1818. The Irish Brigade in the French Service gained a reputation as crack
Following performances at major venues, including headlining Dublin’s 3Arena for three consecutive years, Vladimir wants to reconnect with his Irish audiences in more intimate settings. Joined by the extraordinary pianist Adam Kuruc, Vladimir will present an evening filled with romance, passion, and powerful storytelling. From childhood memories to life on the world stage, he’ll share
Newbridge Drama Group presents a night of one act plays featuring Dead Men’s Bells by Méabh de Brún and The End of the Beginning by Seán O’Casey. Dead Men’s Bells, directed by Carol Duffy, is a play about family secrets which cannot be hidden without the well-constructed veneer of normality. The End of the Beginning,
Newbridge Drama Group presents a night of one act plays featuring Dead Men’s Bells by Méabh de Brún and The End of the Beginning by Seán O’Casey. Dead Men’s Bells, directed by Carol Duffy, is a play about family secrets which cannot be hidden without the well-constructed veneer of normality. The End of the Beginning,
Newbridge Drama Group presents a night of one act plays featuring Dead Men’s Bells by Méabh de Brún and The End of the Beginning by Seán O’Casey. Dead Men’s Bells, directed by Carol Duffy, is a play about family secrets which cannot be hidden without the well-constructed veneer of normality. The End of the Beginning,
Newbridge Drama Group presents a night of one act plays featuring Dead Men’s Bells by Méabh de Brún and The End of the Beginning by Seán O’Casey. Dead Men’s Bells, directed by Carol Duffy, is a play about family secrets which cannot be hidden without the well-constructed veneer of normality. The End of the Beginning,
You are invited to step inside Ira’s world, where humour, heart, and adventure unfold in a unique way. Among Dragons, a beautifully crafted show for 4th Class and up, blends playful storytelling, audience engagement, and sensory, rich visual design to explore the magic of memory, the bonds we share with loved ones, and the comfort
EVERY BLOOMING THING a spoken word road show with Colm Keegan and Erin Fornoff From the presenters of Ireland Is, comes Every Blooming Thing, a spoken word road show presented by Colm Keegan and Erin Fornoff, produced by Sofft Productions and LIVE Network. Built around poetry's ability to celebrate and champion the ordinary, the show's central
In the workshop we will create a small imaginative illustrated concertina book. Each child will combine words and images to create a mini picture book about nature. We will take inspiration from the local wildlife and landscape and each child will create their own version of a spotter’s guide. Could the river be a
1965 was a turning point for The Beatles. They recorded two historical albums Help and Rubber Soul, they were the first pop band to play Shea Stadium. They completed their second feature film Help and to top it off they were the first band to be recognised by their Queen and received MBE’s. The Classic Beatles, the world's only tribute
A two act comedy set in late 60s/early 70s rural Ireland. Two squabbling sisters, Molly and Kathleen Ryan, put their differences aside when they find out that their deceased father has left them in debt and the cottage they call their home will be repossessed. With no resources to hold on to their home and
A two act comedy set in late 60s/early 70s rural Ireland. Two squabbling sisters, Molly and Kathleen Ryan, put their differences aside when they find out that their deceased father has left them in debt and the cottage they call their home will be repossessed. With no resources to hold on to their home and
A two act comedy set in late 60s/early 70s rural Ireland. Two squabbling sisters, Molly and Kathleen Ryan, put their differences aside when they find out that their deceased father has left them in debt and the cottage they call their home will be repossessed. With no resources to hold on to their home and
BabyLovesMusic is a unique concert for babies. ‘My baby was transfixed and I loved bringing her to something so beautiful...’ BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy Robinson, of the Irish
BabyLovesMusic is a unique concert for babies. ‘My baby was transfixed and I loved bringing her to something so beautiful...’ BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy Robinson, of the Irish
BabyLovesMusic is a unique concert for babies. ‘My baby was transfixed and I loved bringing her to something so beautiful...’ BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy Robinson, of the Irish
BabyLovesMusic is a unique concert for babies. ‘My baby was transfixed and I loved bringing her to something so beautiful...’ BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy Robinson, of the Irish
Music Network’s 2025 spring season comes to a thrilling close with the outstanding saxophonist Emma Rawicz performing with her exceptional quartet featuring Elliot Galvin on (piano), Kevin Glasgow (Bass) and Asaf Sirkis (drums). Described by Jamie Cullum as "an astonishing talent" and praised by BBC 3 as “the name on everyone’s lips right now,” Emma
How do we protect something we do not love or understand? Ornithologist Seán Ronayne from Cobh, Co. Cork is on a mission to record the sound of every bird species in Ireland – that’s nearly 200 birds. Often joined by his partner Alba, he travels to some of the country’s most beautiful and remote locations
The Druids are an Irish folk band known for bringing the rich history and culture of Ireland to life through music. Their “New Irish Ballad Show” typically features a blend of traditional Irish folk songs, lively ballads, and storytelling, celebrating the country’s deep musical heritage. The show often explores themes such as Ireland’s turbulent past, its
The true story of a community grappling with itself after the arrival of 100 international protection applicants. Conceived and Directed by Emily B Ditkovski Written by Yassine Barkaoui, Serena Giordanengo, and Members of Crooked House Theatre Company. On a rainy evening in autumn 2023 the staff of a small guesthouse in Newbridge prepared to welcome
Our comedy hero is back on the road with a brand new epic stand-up show. Join one of Ireland's favourite comics as he takes on life's absurdities in his own inimitable way. A celebration of the altogether too frequent weaknesses that make us human. Don't miss the hilarious Achilles Neil. *Does not contain any actual
by Oisín Flores Sweeney Directed by Geoff Gould Starring Seamus O'Rourke and Joan Sheehy Tony and Sheila are watching television... again. Their children are reared, and their grandchildren are invading their lives. Sheila wants to travel; Tony is determined to stay put. Tony is on a new diet; Sheila could cut you in two with a sharp comment. All that's
*SECOND DATE ADDED!* The Brand New Stand-up Comedy Show From Yer Man Off Instagram. After years of making us laugh out loud into our phones, hundreds of millions of views, thousands of seats filled across Ireland, America and the U.K. - Jarlath Regan is finally back in his hometown with a totally new barnstorming stand-up show like
*SECOND DATE ADDED!* The Brand New Stand-up Comedy Show From Yer Man Off Instagram. After years of making us laugh out loud into our phones, hundreds of millions of views, thousands of seats filled across Ireland, America and the U.K. - Jarlath Regan is finally back in his hometown with a totally new barnstorming stand-up show like
Movement and melody collide in an electrifying celebration of legacy, live music, and movement by choreographer Sarah Golding with music by multi-instrumentalist Lisa Canny. This high-energy performance combines powerful physicality with spellbinding vocals and composition, exploring the ways in which our actions ripple through time and leave their mark. With Canny’s signature mix of traditional
Movement and melody collide in an electrifying celebration of legacy, live music, and movement by choreographer Sarah Golding with music by multi-instrumentalist Lisa Canny. This high-energy performance combines powerful physicality with spellbinding vocals and composition, exploring the ways in which our actions ripple through time and leave their mark. With Canny’s signature mix of traditional
From Anne Gildea, the woman who taught you How to Get The Menopause and Enjoy It, comes a brand new show: Further Adventures in WOMANING. And what an hilarious adventure it’s going to be! Join us as Anne explores the world of the feminine, the mammy, the twerky dancer: From 18-hour girdles and Housewives of The Year, to ripped
...or whatever drink tickles your tits til Friday, be it wh*res on Coors, troubles on bubbles, frisky on whiskey, or zero craic on zero alcohol. Naughty Norma is newly divorced, horny as hell, and believes 50 is the new 30. As she ploughs through her F*ckit List she says F*ck Yeah to her midlife climax.
In 1972 Barry Moore wrote a song called WAVE UP TO THE SHORE. Not his first song, but it had something. He did some gigs, wrote some songs; and in 1987 he boarded a plane for New York, and Luka Bloom was born. Riverside was released in 1990 on REPRISE Records. It was followed by
In her brand new stand-up show, one half of comedy duo DirtBirds, Sinéad Culbert explores the extreme dangers of growing up in the 80’s, the pitfalls of parenting, the myths about marriage and the genuine joy of not giving a shit!
