Galway city band, Ol’ Times & The Gulls, at Róisín Dubh on Saturday August 19

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Hailing from Galway City, Ol’ Times is a classic rock outfit that’s on a mission to bring rock n roll back to the forefront of music. The band draws inspiration from legendary acts like Led Zeppelin, The Doors, and The Rolling Stones while putting their own spin on the genre to create a sound that’s fresh and exciting.

Galway Participants in the 2023 National Youth Theatre Production

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Two young people from Macnas Youth Theatre will take part in the National Youth Theatres production of 'Like We Were Born To Move' by Eimear Hussey at the Peacock Stage at the Abbey Theatre next week.

Galway Riverdance Lead Creates Dynamic New Celtic Fuse Show at Monroe’s Tavern

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Galway's very own Kieran Hardiman, former principal dancer with the iconic Riverdance, is bringing his new show, Celtic Fuse, to Monroe's Tavern on Dominick Street every Thursday night throughout August.

Experience the Hard Metal Sounds of Metallica with Leading Tribute Band Whiplash at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

The hard heavy metal sounds of Metallica will rock Monroe’s Live on Friday, August 11 as Ireland’s leading tribute band, Whiplash take to the stage. Hailing from Galway, Whiplash will bring the vibrant tempos, fast instrumentals and aggressive rhythms that have made the American thrash metal group one of the most successful and influential worldwide.

Dundalk band Orwells ’84 Return to Monroe’s Live Following Release of New Album

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Having just released their new video to accompany the single ‘The Border and the Mistress’ Dundalk-based band Orwells ‘84 are set to make an exciting return to Monroe’s Live on Saturday, August 18 at 8pm.

Galway-based Esker Festival Orchestra celebrates 10th Anniversary with performances in Galway and Dublin

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Conducted by Peter Joyce, with the Esker Festival Choir and vocal soloists from the Irish National Opera Member Studio, Kathleen Nic Dhiarmada, and Madeline Judge.

Eddi Reader & Alan Kelly Gang coming to Town Hall Theatre in September

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Coming to the Town Hall Theatre on Sunday Sept 3 is Scotland’s internationally acclaimed and mesmerizing songstress, Eddi Reader, of Fairground Attraction fame, along with Ireland’s own piano accordion maestro, Alan Kelly and his gang of acclaimed musicians featuring Steph Geremia on flute and vocals, John Douglas (Trashcan Sinatras) and Shane McGowan (Sean Keane Band) on guitars with Jim Higgins (Christy Moore, The Stunning) on percussion.

Dolores Keane to perform live from Fleadh on Tg4

Thu, Aug 10, 2023

Dolores Keane will be taking to the stage live on Tg4 tomorrow night as the Fleadh Cheoil returns to Mullingar for 2023 back to where it all began in 1951.

Playboy: The Musical returns

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

The creators, producers, cast and crew of Playboy, The Musical are coming together for a reprise of the ever-popular, raucous and rollicking reworking of Synge’s classic play, adapted by Diarmuid de Faoite and Justin McCarthy.

Galway International Arts Festival breaks attendance records of over 400,000

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

On Sunday night, the curtain fell on Galway International Arts Festival 2023 (GIAF), bringing to a close 14 days and nights of extraordinary arts experiences. The programme, which ranged from Druids to Dragons and Artists to Acrobats, drew record attendances of over 400,000 for the first time.

Celebrate Galway Pride at Róisín Dubh

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Galway Pride Week is on from August 7 to August 13. The aim of the week is to give people space to openly, safely and proudly share their identities, stories and who they are.

Wild Youth coming to Róisín Dubh on Saturday August 5

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

No doubt a band currently in the midst of a stratospheric ascendance, Wild Youth have exploded onto the scene with their infinitely catchy and buoyant brand of indie-pop.

TA Narrative to play in Róisín Dubh on Thursday August 3

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

"Their authenticity and free expression of creativity is hugely exciting" - Hotpress

Audivi Chamber Choir presents Pizzetti’s Messa di Requiem in Galway Cathedral

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

The Cathedral summer concert series continues tonight, Thursday August 3, with Italian composer Ildebrando Pizzetti’s Messa de Requiem.

Canada’s Leading Celtic Musicians MacMaster and Leahy To Perform with Tim Edey

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Fondly celebrated as Canada’s reigning couple of Celtic music, husband and wife duo Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy are set to create an exceptional night of music at Monroe’s Live on Sunday, August 6 at 8pm. Both hailing from rich musical backgrounds, their performances are a true celebration of the Celtic spirit, incorporating elements of Scottish, Irish, and Cape Breton music with a contemporary flair.

American Indie-Rock Band We Are Scientists to Perform New Album 'Lobes'

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

With strong 1980s synth pop tones, We Are Scientists are continuing to scale new heights with the release of their latest album ‘Lobes’. For two decades, the American indie-rock band, who originated in Berkeley, California have brought their introspective and catchy lyricism to the masses, with a peppering of humour for good measure.

Soulful Pop as Singer-Songwriter Caoi de Barra Brings Her Solo Scooter Tour

Thu, Aug 03, 2023

Not many artists can say they are embarking on a solo tour around Ireland on a trusty 125cc scooter.

Fun times as Galway becomes Ireland’s comedy capital

Wed, Aug 02, 2023

Galway becomes Ireland’s Comedy Capital this October Bank Holiday, with the nation’s biggest comedy festival taking over the city’s pubs and theatres for seven nights of fun, laughter, mischief, and merriment.

New Island set to publish Yeats Nobel Prize commemorative biography by Daniel Mulhall this October

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

New Island are delighted to announce they will publish Pilgrim Soul - W.B. Yeats and the Ireland of his Time by former ambassador of Ireland to the United States Daniel Mulhall this October. The book marks the centenary of Yeats’s Nobel Prize, a timely guide to the work of Ireland’s national poet and the changing Ireland he lived through.

The Spirit of Irish Dance Reimagined as New Monroe’s Dancers Set to Perform Every Monday at Monroe’s

Thu, Jul 27, 2023

The Monroe’s Dancers will set the floor alight every Monday at Monroe’s Tavern as part of a new weekly event at the vibrant venue, nestled between the West and Claddagh village, overlooking the Spanish Arch and Galway Bay.

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