Shaskeen and D-Mode this weekend

Thu, May 08, 2025

Trad legends Shaskeen and a tribute to the sounds of Depeche Mode will top the bill at Monroe’s this weekend.

Tales of Merlin Woods shortlisted for awards

Thu, May 08, 2025

The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony in Dublin tomorrow, May 9.

Photo exhibition of old Galway streetscapes

Thu, May 08, 2025

Running until June 3, this collection of more than 40 photographs captures Galway city and its people in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

The tyranny of doors

Thu, May 08, 2025

The film is a fictionalisation of part of the life of its writer/director, and deals with issues of access, especially the daily struggles she experiences with doors – na doirse.

Niall McCabe in Galway after Grand Ole Opry debut

Thu, May 01, 2025

Fresh from receiving a standing ovation at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Clare Island’s Niall McCabe will perform at Monroe’s Live on Sunday, May 19, at 8pm.

Galway Folk Festival over five days this summer

Thu, May 01, 2025

Galway Folk Festival has announced the final line-up for its 2025 edition, featuring a mix of international artists and outstanding Irish talent from the folk, roots, and traditional music scenes.

Comedy and Nathan Carter afterparty in Monroe’s

Thu, May 01, 2025

This bank holiday weekend at Monroe’s Live promises two vibrant nights of entertainment, with comedy and music from top Irish stars.

Ultan Conlon to perform in atmospheric surroundings of Mount Carmel Chapel

Thu, May 01, 2025

Music lovers are in for a rare and unforgettable treat as celebrated singer-songwriter Ultan Conlon brings his soulful voice and evocative songwriting to the atmospheric surroundings of Mount Carmel Chapel, Loughrea for an exclusive concert next week. Set for Friday May 9, this unique event promises an evening of music, stories, and heartfelt connection in one of Ireland’s most intimate and beautiful venues.

Play draws Nora from Joyce’s shadow

Thu, May 01, 2025

A Rare Journey celebrates the life of truly remarkable Galwegian woman, Nora Joyce née Barnacle.

Mick Hanly to play Kinvara

Thu, May 01, 2025

Kinvara Area Music welcomes renowned singer-songwriter Mick Hanly on stage at the Gig Room, in Kinvara Community Centre, next Saturday, May 10.

Church, candles and Chopin

Thu, May 01, 2025

Australian pianist Piers Lane will put the finishing notes to Music for Galway’s 43rd International Concert Season on Wednesday, May 7, at St Joseph’s Church on Presentation Road at 7:30pm.

Junior Brother - a gig for the unsensible

Thu, May 01, 2025

Junior Brother will play the Róisín Dubh, on November 14, to showcase his third album, The End.

An Taibhdhearc presents Dathanna Geala Amháin

Thu, May 01, 2025

‘Dathanna Geala Amháin/Bright Colours Only’ is a wickedly funny one-woman show, resurrected for the first time for the Galway Theatre Festival. The legendary Irish wake show has toured from Belfast to Brazil in a hearse, and An Taibhdhearc presents the premiere of its translation into Irish. Enjoy a drop of the hard stuff and join in on this heartwarming journey to the edge of oblivion. This show is only suitable for those dying to live.

REVIEW: The Loved Ones

Theatre Reviews Thu, May 01, 2025

The Loved Ones appears at The Black Box on Friday May 2, and Saturday, May 3. Tickets €17/€20/€24 from www.tht.ie

Three Irish authors launch new books in Galway

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

by Maxim Kelly
Irish writers John Connolly, Marita Conlon-McKenna and Elaine Feeney, will be interviewed over three separate evenings in May at Kennys Bookshop in Liosbán, Galway city.

Irish writers John Connolly, Marita Conlon-McKenna and Elaine Feeney, will be interviewed over three separate evenings in May at Kennys Bookshop in Liosbán, Galway city.

Theatre festival for May

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

Galway Theatre Festival 2025 is back, running across Galway venues from Friday, May 2, to May 10th.

Stories of humour, heartache, and heritage

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

Monroe’s Live will host a storytelling event tonight, Thursday, April 24, celebrating Galway through the power of its tales.

Druid brews up Blue Teapot connection

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

Two of Galway city’s famous theatre companies have joined forces to provide work experience opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Conamara fiddlers on TV

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

The Kane sisters from Letterfrack will feature on TG4’s ‘Music Network - Ar an mBóthar’ this Sunday, April 27, at 9.30pm.

Music for the birds

Thu, Apr 24, 2025

Galway Music Residency is to spread snippets of avian delight this spring to encourage classical music fans to flock to performances in Galway city and Loughea.

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