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Irish Independent
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
The top ten things to do in Sligo this week, May 14-20: Love Is A Stranger, Ralph McTell & more
There's plenty to keep you busy this week in Sligo if you're on the lookout for a local event to attend. Below is this week's top pick. Love Is A Stranger Another Love Story once again present Love Is A Stranger in Juniper Barn, Ballymote, Co. Sligo on Saturday May 17. Enjoy a carefully chosen selection of contemporary Irish artists & international guests performing across intimate and atmospheric settings throughout the day and into the early summer night. Tickets via eventbrite. RALPH MCTELL Legendary British singer-songwriter Ralph McTell will embark on his most extensive tour of Ireland to date in 2025. As a stalwart of the folk scene for over five decades, McTell's music continues to resonate with fans of all generations as he comes to Hawk's Well Theatre on Sunday, May 18. AOIFE SCOTT Aoife Scott is a Dublin-born folk singer-songwriter from the renowned Black Family, steadily making her mark in the traditional and folk music scene. Known for her dynamic and emotive vocals, she effortlessly blends traditional and contemporary styles, captivating audiences worldwide. She plays Murphy's in Tubbercurry on Monday, May 19. Tickets via eventbrite. SUMMERHILL SOUNDS As part of their annual 'Realising Our Potential' Alumni Series, Summerhill College have announced an exciting upcoming concert that will celebrate the rich musical talent of the school - past and present. This highly anticipated 'Summerhill Sounds' concert will take place on Thursday May 15 in the school gym. Enjoy performances by Manus Maguire, Seamie & Stephen O'Dowd, Tabby, Bacon & Cabbage and more. GENTICORUM Music Network presents the acclaimed Québécois folk ensemble Genticorum at Hawk's Well Theatre on Wednesday, May 14. Winners of the 2024 Canadian Folk Music Award for Ensemble of the Year, Genticorum is renowned for their dynamic performances and mastery of traditional Québécois music. GALA CONCERT The Rotary Club of Sligo presents a gala concert in the Sligo Park Hotel this Thursday, May 15. The Combined Bands of the Defence Forces will be performing live, accompanied by the stunning vocals of Guest Soprano Rachel Croash. Tickets available from the Sligo Park, The Record Room and The North West Hospice, with funds raised going to the hospice. LOLA MONTEZ & LADY MORGAN Join Hawks's Well for a free lunchtime event as part of Bealtaine, in collaboration with County Sligo Arts Service. Lola Montez & Lady Morgan, aka Sydney Owenson, were Wild Irish Girls of The North West, They were singular women who followed their dreams, against the odds, in the early 1800s. Let's eavesdrop on a brief imagined 'Tete a Tete' between these two women in An excerpt from a new work, of the same title. Show takes place at Hawk's Well on Saturday, May 17. THE CEDARTONES Lunchtime at the Well series continues with The Cedartones, a talented Sligo-based duo, who will be performing at the Hawk's Well on Wednesday 14th May at 1:10pm. While the event remains 'pay what you can', advance booking is now essential to guarantee a seat due to its overwhelming success. BUDDY MONDLOCK Come along and experience a very special evening of music, song and stories with Nashville singer-songwriter, Buddy Mondlock at Coleman Music Centre on Thursday, May 15. Buddy has written songs for many well known artists like Gareth Brooks, Guys Clark, Naci Griffith, Joan Baez, Art Garfunkel and Janis Ian. MICHAEL 'Michael' an exhibition by potters and artists all of whom worked and learned their craft from the late potter, artist and mentor Michael Kennedy is now open at The Hyde Bridge Gallery, Sligo. The late Michael Kennedy was one of Ireland's leading potters.
Irish Examiner
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
10 live events for May: Gigs, comedy, and more...
An Audience with Nigel Owens, Thursday, May 8, The Everyman, Cork One of the world's top rugby referees Nigel Owens will take to the stage at The Everyman to recount stories from his life and career. Owens is the only referee to be appointed for three consecutive Heineken Cup finals and is renowned for his dry sense of humour and sharp wit when dealing with players. Keep It Tight, Sunday, May 11 at 7pm, Olympia , Dublin Queens of Irish comedy, Deirdre O'Kane and Emma Doran, bring their hit podcast Keep It Tight to the Olympia Theatre for their first live show in Dublin. The pair hit the stage to share their take on everything that has delighted, bewildered, or downright enraged them. Ralph McTell, Sunday, May 11, Cork Opera House British singer-songwriter Ralph McTell will embark on his most extensive tour of Ireland. A stalwart of the folk scene for over five decades, McTell's music continues to resonate with fans of all generations. With 2025 marking Ralph's 80th year, his most extensive tour of Ireland to date represents a personal and professional milestone. Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour, Wednesday, May 14 at The Everyman, Cork An evening of thrilling adventure on the big screen, the Banff Mountain Film Festival is back with a brand-new line-up of short films featuring extreme journeys, intriguing characters and stunning cinematography. The world's top outdoor filmmakers and adventurers climb, ski, paddle, run and ride through the wildest corners of the planet. Bryan Adams, Tuesday, May 20 and Friday, May 23, 3Arena, Dublin Bryan Adams has the reputation of being one of the most exciting live musicians in the world. His songwriting has earned him numerous awards and accolades, and he has released 17 studio albums, including his latest album So Happy It Hurts, which was nominated for a Grammy. Now, he is back on the road with his Roll with the Punches tour. Vladimir Jablokov, Thursday, May 22, Triskel Arts Centre, Cork Following on from his performances at major venues, including headlining Dublin's 3Arena for three consecutive years, Jablokov says he wanted to reconnect with his Irish audiences in more intimate settings. Joined by pianist Adam Kuruc, Jablokov will present an evening filled with passion and powerful storytelling where he will share the music and moments that have shaped his journey. Eric Martin, Friday, May 23, Whelan's, Dublin Eric Martin, the frontman for the band MR. BIG, began his career in the 80s. After more than 30 years of success with 10 studio albums, 12 live records, and numerous hit singles, MR. BIG recently hung up their top hats and shoes for good. Martin will continue to tour and play his hits, both acoustically and electrically, all over the world this year. An Evening with Vogue Williams, Monday, May 26, Vicar Street, Dublin Fresh from the success of My Therapist Ghosted Me, her new podcast Never Live it Down and her latest book Big Mouth, Vogue Williams is ready to spill on career highs, hilarious lows, and everything in by special guest Garron Noone, nothing is off limits as they dive into stories of divorce, anxiety, family, immortality and showbiz. Cork Roots Fest, Thursday, May 15 to Sunday, May 18, Coughlan's, Cork Some of the country's finest music will be performed at Coughlan's in Cork city as part of Cork Roots Festival this May. The line-up includes James Yorkston, Scullion, John Blek, Briars, The Raines, and Ricky Lynch and the Lynch Mob. Huun Huur Tu, Friday, May 30 at Live at St Luke's, Cork Huun Huur Tu will return to Live At St Luke's for another performance this May. The world-renowned Mongolian throat singers primarily use native Tuvan instruments such as the igil, khomus, doshpuluur, and dünggür, and in recent years, the group have begun to selectively incorporate Western instruments, such as the guitar.
