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JANUARY
>APRIL
2020
www.hawkswell.com | 071 916 1518
HAWK’S WELL THEATRE Hawk’s Well Theatre’s
€1.27 million
R E N OVAT I O N F U N D Late Summer Time at the Well
Celebration
Total to raise In the lead-up to the theatre’s 40th anniversary in 2022, we set
out our ambitions for a period of renewal which will deliver a Short Residencies 2020
at Markree Castle
transformed space fit for our 21st century vision. To review our
We are delighted to work with theatre artist Isabel
strategic plan visit www.hawkswell.com.
Claffey; writers Sorcha Fox and Rafeef Ziadah,
€285,000 In the coming months we look forward to sharing with you a
WED 4 SEPT | 6PM & 7PM | €50 traditional musician Stephen Doherty and dance
vision for a transformed entrance and foyer space. artists Edwina Guckian and Karen Tansey as our
Cultural Companions
Total Fundraised to date
We would like to thank you for your support to date and we Due to the resounding success of last year’s event, we are returning toshort residency artists for 2020.
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As a Hawk’s Well Renovation Patron, your contribution will from 2 - 5pm.
Please contact Jane at 071-9161518 or email:
Corporate tables for 10 guests are available, contact Jane at To attend a half hour
€550,000
be acknowledged in perpetuity within the extended jane@hawkswell.com or come along to our
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building, becoming a permanent part of the Hawk’s Well Cultural Companions Open Day from 11 - 1pm on session with John email:
Grant pledged from
Department of Culture, Theatre’s history. Thurs 16 January where you can find out more. info@johncartymusic.com
Heritage and the Gaeltacht or turn up on the day.
For more information please contact Jane 071 916 1518 or by
email to jane@hawkswell.com or visit www.hawkswell.com/support
C R E AT I V E L E A R N I N G - A D U LT W O R K S H O P S C R E AT I V E L E A R N I N G - A D U LT / C H I L D R E N W O R K S H O P S
Sing Your Heart Out: Acting for Adults with Margaret Kilcoyne
Michele Feeney Singing Workshops Mon 13 Jan – Mon 17 Feb, 7pm – 8.30pm (6 week course) €75
This acting class gives adults of all ages a chance to explore their acting skills. Suitable
Mon 13 Jan – Mon 10 Feb (5 week course) €60 for people with little or no acting experience, whether interested in confidence-building
Mon 24 Feb – Mon 23 March (5 week course) €60 theatre exercises or getting to grips with a script or two. Early booking advised.
4pm – 4.45pm children (6 – 11 years)
5pm – 5.45pm children (12 + years) Sligo Fiddle Workshops with Oisín
6.30pm – 7.30pm adults MacDiarmada, Declan Folan and John Carty
Do you love to sing? Would you like some direction? Join Michele for her intense Tues 14 Jan – Tues 18 Feb (6 week course) €65
vocal coaching sessions. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or improver, in 6.15pm – 7pm, experienced
Michele’s workshops she will travel through all aspects of your voice, and will
7.15pm – 8pm, less experienced players
have you singing with full force, hitting all the right notes.
Fiddle players of all ages interested in improving their technique
and expanding their repertoire in the Sligo style can avail of a
Bodhrán Workshops for Adults workshop series led by these renowned traditional musicians.
with John Joe Kelly Toddler Drama
Mon 13 Jan – Mon 17 Feb (6 week course) €65 Sat 11 Jan – Sat 15 Feb, 10.30 – 11.15am (6-week course)
6pm – 7pm experienced, 7.15pm – 8.15pm beginners Sat 29 Feb – Sat 4 April, 10.30 – 11.15 am (6-week course)
Best known for his work with the band Flook, John Joe Kelly is constantly €50 per course for toddler and parent. Ages 18 months – 3 years
expanding the boundaries of what beats and sounds you can get from one single Share some special moments with your little one in this gentle introduction to drama,
drum. Renowned worldwide for his energetic teaching methods, this is a great music and movement for the very young. Lead by experienced tutor Deirdre Gaule,
opportunity to enjoy a course with the bodhrán master. enjoy bonding with your child as you play, sing and dance together. Early booking advised.
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C R E AT I V E L E A R N I N G - C H I L D R E N W O R K S H O P S
Drama at the Well
Ages 4 – 6, Sat 11 Jan – Sat 4 April, 11.30am – 12.30pm Sligo Academy of Music
TAKEOVER
& Hawk’s Well Theatre
(12 week course, no class Sat 22 Feb) €100
Ages 7 – 10, Thurs 16 Jan – Thurs 2 April, 4 – 5pm SLIGO COMMUNITY THE
(11-week course, no class Thurs 20 Feb) €100 ADULT ORCHESTRA
This fun and engaging drama course with experienced tutor Deirdre Gaule
encourages young children to act and participate in many different activities Led by conductor culture for young people.
specially designed to explore creativity and build confidence. Limited availability. Niamh Crowley, this fun initiative
by young people.
gives you the chance to renew
Singskool Mini your old skills or put new-found
ones into practice in a friendly
Beat Buddy Babies (6 months – 2.5 years) 10.15am – 10.45am and relaxed atmosphere.
We want to work in partnership
with young people to become agents
Mini Melodies (2.5 years – 5 years) 11am – 11.40am Music chosen gives scope to
players of all abilities and of change. We want you to make
Sat 18 Jan – Sat 29 Feb (No class Sat 15 Feb) (6-week course) €60 regardless of how long you have decisions, voice your opinions,
Sat 21 March – Sat 9 May (No class Sat 11 or Sat 18 April) played - there will be a represent your interests and
(6 week course) €60 part for you. TakeOver the venue for one day in
An exciting pre-instrumental music programme allowing your child to explore May 2020.
orchestral instruments, musical literacy and singing. Putting the FUN back into the Email: info@hawkswell.com
if you would like to join.
fundamentals of music. If you want to bring your creative
Wednesday Beat Buddy Babies (4 week courses) €40 ideas to life, email us at
info@hawkswell.ie
Wed 15 Jan – Wed 5 Feb, 10 – 10.30am
Wed 26 Feb – Wed 25 March (no class Wed 18 March)
Wed 22 April – Wed 13 May
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Hawk’s Well Theatre Commission & Production – World Premiere
Coolera Dramatic Society
S P E C I A L E V E N T - M U S I C & T H E AT R E
CONSTANCE
PANTOM IME
Aladdin
At Lissadell Church Sat 7 – Fri 20 Dec, 8pm
Thurs 5 – Sat 7 Dec, 8pm & Sat 7 Dec, 4.30pm
€17 SOLD OUT
€25/12.50 u18s
Final night performance
“My enemies will make a monster out of me, my friends on Fri 20 at 7.30pm
a heroine and both will be equally wide of the truth.” Written and directed by:
Kellie Hughes
Baby’s First Xmas
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A powerful and unique new production explores the enigmatic figure of Music by:
Constance de Markievicz, presenting the artist, activist and revolutionary Michael Rooney Sat 21 Dec, 10am, 11am Hawk’s Well Theatre, Roscommon
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through her own words, set in the stunning surrounds of Lissadell Sound:
& 12 noon SOLD OUT Arts Centre & The Dock
Joe Hunt
Church.
Lighting:
Michael Cummins
€10 One child and adult Christmas Toons:
A well-known yet illusive figure, the complexities, contradictions and
above all extraordinary humanity of Constance de Markievicz remains
Performers:
Niamh Crowley
Anything Goes
largely unknown. Stephen Doherty Sat 21 Dec, 3.30pm
Reflecting on her life and legacy and featuring an octet of traditional Irish
David Doocey
Clare Horler Hawk’s Well Theatre €6 per person
and classical musicians, CONSTANCE combines original compositions by John Joe Kelly €20 family of 4
Michael Rooney with Constance’s prose and poetry to create a rich sonic Nichola MacEvilly Vouchers Share in the magic and music of Christmas with
Marie O’Byrne
experience that celebrates one of Ireland’s most iconic figures. Dave, Eddie, Kieran, Sinead and Tonto from the
Shaza O’Hara Give the gift of culture this Christmas.
Michael Rooney
Theatre Vouchers make a wonderful much loved Sligo band Anything Goes as they
gift for family and friends. Visit our Box perform a selection of festive favourites.
Office on Temple Street, Sligo, phone Early booking advised.
071-9161518 or visit www.hawkswell.com
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Dervish Santa Babies
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Sat 21 Dec, 8pm Sun 22 Dec, 12pm & 2pm
€25/20conc./12.50 u18s €5 per person
Join us this December as we celebrate Dervish bringing Duration: 40 mins
traditional Irish music to the world for 30 years. Sinead Conway and Dave Flynn
serenade us with festive tunes.
It’s been some year for this incredible band following the
release of a new album, The Great Irish Songbook.
3 Hail Mary’s
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A celebratory concert featuring a host of special guests including;
Imelda May, David Gray, Kate Rusby and actor Fri 27 – Sat 28 Dec, 8pm Planet Science Kidz
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Brendan Gleeson took place at
The London Palladium in September.
€25/22 conc. Santa’s Crafty Slime Labs
The band was also honoured with a Rip-roaring Irish comedy written Mon 30 Dec, 12noon, 2pm & 4pm
by Tommy Marren.
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD €12. Ages 5 - 12
at this year’s BBC RADIO 2
FOLK AWARDS 2019 for their Join us for some Christmas Science!
Jack L: This festive science workshop will allow
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incredible contribution to folk music.
children to engage in the awesome world of
To celebrate this milestone
Northern chemistry, explore Glittery Slime and be amazed
anniversary we are delighted Lights Tour by intriguing polymers. Children will appreciate
to welcome Dervish to the acid base reactions by launching Rudolph
Sun 29 Dec, 8pm rockets & explore eruptions in our erupting
Hawk’s Well for a fitting celebration
of their musical journey to date, in the €25/22 conc./12.50 u18s ornaments experiment.
band’s home town where it all started! Jack L is a platinum-selling One not to be missed!
Not to be missed. and critically acclaimed artist.
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Reeling in the Laughter Lounge Frankie’s Guys Cherish the Ladies
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Showband Years Sat 4 Jan, 8pm World’s Number One Celebration 35th Anniversary Concert
Wed 1 Jan, 8pm €20 of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
Fri 17 Jan, 8pm
€30/15 u18s Age recommendation: 15+ Thurs 16 Jan, 8pm
€25/12.50 u18s
The Laughter Lounge opened its doors in Dublin €25/12.50 u18s This Grammy-nominated Irish-American supergroup
Returning for its 11th year and what a line-up! With
Ronan Collins, Red Hurley, Linda Martin and more, in December 1997 and quickly established itself as Featuring four highly talented London West End are one of the finest ensembles on the planet and
this all-star cast pays tribute to the great showband Ireland’s premier comedy venue. Over the years performers, this show is an exciting and fast-paced this year’s show marks 35 years since their debut
era. The show’s exciting finale is an ALL Cast Salute 4,000 comedians have performed in 3,000 live celebration; not just of Frankie Valli and The Four on a New York stage, when they boldly challenged
to the Showband Era, when all of the stars join in shows to an audience of over 1 million. Seasons; but of the hallmark sounds of the 1960’s the male domination of their musical genre. Led by
for a medley of songs from the unique Showband as well, including music from other beloved artists the ebullient, All-Ireland flute and whistle champion
Now The Laughter Lounge is going on tour!
Years! Bringing you back in time to a magical such as Roy Orbison and Jackie Wilson. Putting Joanie Madden, the band features fellow New York
musical period this show will send you home with Come see The Laughter Lounge’s most requested their charismatic stamp on timeless classics such as native, Mary Coogan on guitar, All-Ireland accordion
great memories of a wonderful and never to be acts - Eric Lalor, John Colleary and Gar Murran for Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like a Man, Sherry and Oh Champion Mirella Murray from Connemara,
repeated time in Irish popular music. one craic’in night out! What a Night, the boys will take you on a nostalgic Glasgow-born Kathleen Boyle on piano and West
trip down memory lane! Cork’s Nollaig Casey on fiddle. Not to be missed!
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Conal Gallen: Sligo Hospital Musical Society Hawk’s Well Theatre, Roscommon Livin’ Dred
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The Joker Alice Through the Arts Centre & The Dock Trad
Sat 18 Jan, 8pm Looking Glass Acoustic Babies by Mark Doherty
€25 Wed 22 – Sat 25 Jan, 8pm Sun 26 Jan, 12pm for 0 - 18mths, Wed 29 Jan, 8pm
A good dose of Ireland’s Best Comedian Conal Matinee Sat 25 Jan, 3pm 2pm for 18mths - 3yrs €20/18conc.
Gallen is just what the doctor ordered! With a €15/10conc. €5 per person. Duration: 40mins The award-winning Trad by Mark Doherty is a
career spanning over 30 years, Conal has packed These high quality short concerts are specifically hilarious, absurd and poignant tale of a 100-year-old
Sligo Hospital Musical Society present their 23rd
this show with his best material to date. Conal’s designed for parents, grandparents and carers to Irishman… and his father! Together they set out to
annual pantomime. This band of talented HSE
shows are world renowned for their mighty craic, enjoy in the company of babies, toddlers and discover the son they never knew he had. Featuring
employees has donated almost €200,000 to local
great songs and rib tickling jokes. young children. Experience an eclectic range live original music by Jim Doherty, and directed by
Sligo charities from show proceeds. This year will
of music from Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen award-winning actor Aaron Monaghan, Trad is a
bring their first ever pantomime sequel. Following
With Ireland’s No.1 Funny Man, you are guaranteed to KT Tunstall and Damien Dempsey as Elaine side-splitting, heart-warming saga not to be missed.
on from the 2014 Alice in Wonderland
a laugh a minute and to be taken away from all your performance, we return to Wonderland where and Kev O’Gorman win you and your smallies
worries and woes. Prince Jack is about to marry his beloved Alice. over with a blend of beautiful acoustic songs.
14 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 15Windmill Players Drama Group Jason Byrne: Sligo Acts 2020 Maye School of
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WANTED – One Body! Wrecked but Ready Introductory Workshop Speech and Drama
By Charles Dyer Sat 1 Feb, 8pm Sun 2 Feb, 2 – 5pm Tues 4 Feb, 7pm
Fri 31 Jan, 8pm €22 Our hugely successful drama programme Sligo Acts €10/4 u12s Tickets on sale Thurs 9 January
€15/12conc. Age recommendation: 15+ returns for the third year culminating in a perfor- The annual performance from this school, directed
This hilarious murder-mystery farce is set in 1921 Jason Byrne has had a hard year. But he doesn’t mance on Sunday 24 May 2020. Suitable for those by Jacinta Gormley features Eddie the Penguin
in the dilapidated mansion of the recently departed, want to talk about that. He’s wrecked but ready. with plenty of performances under their belt and Saves the World, Fantastic Mr Fox, The Ice Wolf,
but not greatly lamented, Charles Barraclough. We Ready for a laugh. This show is a celebration. those just starting to tread the boards. To register Babbling Banshees and The Fairy who hated flying.
learn that the bulk of his fortune has been split A celebration of triumph over adversity. your interest email maeve@hawkswell.com. Performed by children aged 4 to 12.
between the servants, setting the house in turmoil A celebration of the fact that everybody’s got
and uproar. Charles’ devious daughters are furious their own crap going on and they don’t need to Kieran Quinn Theme Night 25:
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and plot and scheme to try to hang on to “their” listen to someone else moaning about their Bee Gees & Disco Era
fortunes. But something evil is afoot! The plot problems. So, leave your worries at the door and
thickens and twists and turns! find out why The Times described Jason as
Wed 5 – Fri 7 Feb, 8pm LIMITED TICKETS
Chosen charity: Alzheimer Society of Ireland. €25/12.50 u18s AVAILABLE
‘The Outright King of Live Comedy’.
16 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 17Patrick Feeney Eddi Reader Patrick Talbot Productions The Story of Swing: Luke
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Sat 8 – Sun 9 Feb, 8pm Wed 12 Feb, 8pm Gone Full Havisham Thomas and the Swing Cats
€25/12.50 u18s €21/19conc./10.50 u18s Written & Performed by Irene Kelleher
Fri 14 Feb, 8pm
Celebrating 40 years as a live performer, Eddi Thurs 13 Feb, 8pm
Hailing from Gurteen, County Sligo, Patrick Feeney €22/11 u18s
is highly regarded as one of Ireland’s finest vocal Reader has effortlessly developed into one of €17/15conc.
popular music’s most thrilling and affecting Multi-awarding vocalist Luke Thomas and and
talents and performers. His Country and Gospel Award-winning performer and writer Irene Kelleher his No.1 selling band The Swing Cats bring their
tour will feature many of his most popular songs performers. With 9 critically acclaimed solo albums, invites you to the Penthouse Suite to meet Emily.
3 BRIT awards, a #1 single and an MBE in tow, in hit show The Story Of Swing to Sligo for the first
I Believe, Someone One to love me and his recent Shrouded in her wedding dress, for the past five time. A musical timeline of swing classics from
recording Jerusalem which received nightly 2018, Eddi released her 10th solo venture, months she has been a social media sensation.
Cavalier. Co-produced by Eddi and her husband, the 1920’s to the modern day. Featuring the music
standing ovations on the very successful 3 Amigos Some say she’s a deranged lunatic, many say she of Louis Armstrong, Fred Astaire, Bobby Darrin,
tour with his great friends Jimmy Buckley and John Douglas (Trashcan Sinatras) it incorporates just needs help and to others she’s a hero. Taking
both contemporary and traditional songs The Rat Pack, Nat King Cole, Luis Prima and
Robert Mizzell. To coincide with the tour Patrick Dickens’ extraordinary Miss Havisham in to the era of more...Hear such classics as King of the Swingers,
recently released a new Country and Gospel album showcasing her wide-ranging artistry and marks a social media with its artificial gloss and filtered reality,
new creative peak in her already prestigious career. Puttin on the Ritz, Mr Bojangles, New York, New
which has received high critical acclaim. this is one woman who isn’t afraid to tell it like it is – York and many more!
With support from Jill Jackson. the grit, the grime and stench of rotting flowers.
18 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 19Skreen/Dromard Drama Group Sligo Musical Society Cyclone Rep Theatre Take it to the Limit:
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20/20 Vision The King and I Company A Celebration of the Eagles by
by Martin Donohue Tues 18 – Sat 22 Feb, 8pm €15 per show. Teachers free. Johnny Brady, Simon Casey, Nigel
Sat 15 Feb, 8pm Matinee Sat 22 Feb, 2.30pm Show duration: 120 mins Connell & The Sheerin Family Band
€12.50 €20/16conc. Wed 26 Feb, 8pm
In this three act comedy, when Barry Phillips Sligo Musical Society, in association with Sligo
The King Lear Session €29.50/14.75 u18s
returns from the big city to take over his late Academy of Music proudly presents The King and I. Mon 24 Feb, 9.45am Every so often when a combination of the right
uncle’s small town Opticians all should be clear Relating the real-life experiences of Anna people come together something magical happens…
as glasses; shouldn’t it? With the business comes Leonowens, a British schoolteacher hired as part of
The Hamlet Session well this is the only way to describe these guys!
Karen, the ‘real backbone’ of the operation, who the King of Siam’s drive to modernise his Mon 24 Feb, 1pm Together they pay homage to one of the greatest
has an eye for the men especially Garda Gabriel. country in the early 1860’s, the relationship bands ever, The Eagles. This unique nine-piece
Barry’s girlfriend Pamela is a city girl caught in a between the King and Anna is marked by
The Romeo & Juliet Session - ensemble of top class musicians will be performing
time warp fending off duo mother and daughter conflict, as well as by a love to which neither can Starring William Shakespeare hits like Hotel California, Take It Easy, New Kid in
Mary and Rosemarie. Amidst all this Barry longs to admit. Supported by a rich and beautiful musical Tues 25 Feb, 9.45am Town, Desperado and many more.
rebuild his relationship with his dad. score. Book early to avoid disappointment. Early booking advised!
20 Book online: www.hawswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 21A Night with Gerry Grennan
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cos he don’t do mornings
Sat 29 Feb, 8pm
€25/12.50 u18s
Photo: Colin Gillen
Gerry Grennan is one of the most loved and
respected musicians in Sligo. His talent and character
have made him the amazing show man he is today.
Gerry has taught some of Sligo’s finest guitar players.
Book Club Neil Delamere:
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In this very special concert we will enjoy a night of
Thurs 27 Feb, 8pm End of Watch laughter and music as musicians from near and far
€5 Fri 28 Feb, 8pm gather to celebrate the legend that is Gerry Grennan.
Some books need to be discussed! Join ardent Very special guests on the night include:
book lovers Vanessa Job and Luke Henderson as €24 Seamie O’Dowd, The Old Market Street Band,
they mix it up by choosing two classics for our Age recommendation: 15+ Charlie McGettigan, Tabby Callaghan, Jim Meehan,
next book club. February’s books are Gabriel Garcia Fresh from a sell-out tour, star of BBC’s Willie Kelly, Ted Kelly, Nicola Gillen Davis, Anthony Mannion,
Marquez Love in the time of Cholera, which uses The Blame Game, Fighting Talk and the Newsquiz Luke Mercer, Michael Conefrey, Kieran Quinn, Eoin Troy,
magic realism to tell a beautiful tale of unrequited Neil Delamere returns to Hawk’s Well Theatre Donal Cunnane, Tommy Kivlehan, Ken McDonald,
love. Our second choice is The Narrow Road to the with a brand new show. Time waits for no man, Eddie McFarlane, Brendan Emmet, Sandy Kelly,
Deep North by Richard Flanagan, a visceral tale of especially one trying to buy a watch. Things always Francie Lenehan and many more.
love and war. get complicated.
This event is designed to deepen your enjoyment Proceeds in aid of Parkinsons Ireland
of reading and is perfect for book worms and “One lean, mean, comedy, killing machine. *****” North West Branch
occasional readers alike! The Herald
22 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 23Sligo Fun Company & Chapel Lane Kyle Riley: Little Folk Cloonacool Players in conjunction Coirm Gael Linn
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School of Performing Arts with Sligo Traditional Singers Circle
The ‘Sing to Me’ Tour Tues 10 March, 10.30 – 2.30pm
Musical Theatre Magic Sun 8 March, 3pm Don’t Tell the Wife
Wed 4 - Sat 7 March, 8pm €6/20 family of four Sun 8 March, 8pm
Tá sé mar aidhm ag Coirm lucht bunscoile a
€15/12conc. Kyle is back with his engaging, entertaining and €15 spreagadh le seó i nGaeilge a chur ar an ardán a
Sligo Fun Company and Chapel Lane School of energetic show where Kids Rock. He leads your The Cloonacool Players are back with a rollicking léireoidh na tallanna éagsúla atá ag daltaí na scoile.
Performing Arts present Musical Theatre Magic, children on a musical adventure playing his catchy comedy called Don’t Tell the Wife, written by Sam
a fundraiser for forthcoming productions. Students original tunes, pop songs and traditional children’s Cree. This play provides a guaranteed night of fun Each school performs a 20 minute variety show
from Chapel Lane will perform hits from musicals music. Here the kids don’t just listen to the music, and laughter and is populated with a host of crazy in Irish which may include drama, music, song,
including Grease. The Sligo Fun Company will they become a part of the show. We’re going to characters. Featuring some group stalwarts as well dance, recitation etc. Schools from Sligo,
showcase their talents with songs from musicals make big noise with percussive instruments, float as some new talent, under the direction of Tom Roscommon and Donegal will take part.
including the music of Stephen Sondheim, Kander, with colourful scarves and get lost in a shower of Towey, audiences are promised a madcap night of
Ebb and much more! bubbles. For your under 8’s, your rock toddlers confusion, temptation, romance and of course the Tuilleadh Eolais: www.gael-linn.ie/coirm
and little boppers in between. It’s good fun for the essential...Happy ending! Don’t miss it. 01 675 3299.
whole family. Kids Rock, Jump. Shake. Sing.
24 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 25The Mad Ravens Sligo Jazz & Hawk’s Well Theatre The Grange Players Everyman Productions Sligo
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The Boy from the Far Jim Beard & Jon Herington Of Mice and Men Second Honeymoon
Side of the Moon Sun 15 March, 8pm Mon 16 March, 8pm By Sam Cree
A new musical by Shaun Purcell €18/15conc./9 u18s €15/12conc. Thurs 19 – Sat 21 March, 8pm
Thurs 12 – Sat 14 March, 8pm Jim Beard and Jon Herington will present an
Based on the classic novella written by John €15/12conc.
Steinbeck, Of Mice and Men tells the tale of two Everyman are returning to the Hawk’s Well with a
evening of eclectic instrumental music performed
Matinee Fri 13 March, 11.30am great friends and their struggle to live the American Sam Cree classic. A couple have chosen to revisit
on piano and guitar. The two veterans of the
€18/9 u18s acclaimed Steely Dan rhythm section have
dream. The two are polar opposites: George is the guest house where they had spent their honey-
A most unlikely weapon arrives to help Stratton lift intelligent, quick and small, while Lennie is moon twenty five years earlier. They hope to enjoy a
collaborated on many projects through the years.
the cup from Ballycar. This musical features the pub slow-minded, childlike, and giant. Though they are fun-filled romantic stay but the arrival of other guests
The duo will perform a collection of music including
scene, the GAA club scene, the Parish scene and a different, they care deeply about each other. They upsets their plans and complicates life for everyone.
jazz standards, pop classics, and selected tunes
choreographed hurling county final expressed in big have been dreaming for years to save enough for This leads to hilarious situations that create the
from their own releases. Listeners can expect the
ballad songs and energetic dance numbers! a little land of their own, and when they are both ingredients for a night of fun and laughter.
unexpected and will be treated to fresh approaches
Guaranteed to have you humming melodies as you hired to a new job they believe that they may finally The play is directed by Manus Shields with a strong
to songs by luminaries such as Weather Report,
leave the theatre smiling! Early booking advised! achieve their goal. experienced cast well known to Sligo audiences.
The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and Steely Dan.
26 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 27Ursuline College Sligo Take Off Your Cornflakes Now That’s What I Call Lough Gill Players
MUSICAL
T H E AT R E
MUSIC
T H E AT R E
All Shook Up Thurs 26 March, 8pm Country The Maiden Aunt
Tues 24 – Wed 25 March, 8pm €16 Fri 27 March, 8pm By Jimmy Keary
€12/10conc. Tom and Trish have just celebrated their silver €25/12.50 u18s Sat 28 March, 8pm
wedding anniversary. But what happens when €15/12conc.
Ursuline College students, under the guidance of Featuring 20 songs from the hit compilation
Tom wakes up with a strange woman beside him
Director and Choreographer Vivienne Moran and album Now That’s What I Call Country Music and When Aunt Gertie, who could peel an orange in
and she tells him she’s his wife? And what does
musical direction of Niamh Crowley, present All featuring the six-piece virtuoso country band The her pocket, arrives at Dan and Mary’s farmhouse
Trish do when she realises the person she loves
Shook Up – the story of a small town girl with big Lonesome Wheelers. This is a journey through the to recuperate after a stay in hospital, plans are
is losing his mind? Inspired by Rose’s Dad, Jack,
dreams. Loosely based on Shakespeare’s Twelfth last 100 years of country music where the audience in place to get her to write a will. When Gertie
who had Alzheimer’s but couldn’t remember he had
Night, this hip-swivelling, lip-curling musical fantasy get to pick which songs are played via a giant wag- apparently ‘dies’, Dan comes up with a plan to
cancer, Take Off Your Cornflakes is a tender, funny,
will have you stomping your blue suede shoes! on wheel of fortune - a spinning songbook featuring get their hands on the money. What unfolds is a
heart-warming portrait of marriage with the best
Combining all-time favourite Elvis hits with a whole the country classics from the Now compilation. hilarious tale of seduction, deception, greed and
‘Dad Jokes’ you’ve ever heard.
new story, All Shook Up is a rocking, heart-warming This is a laugh out loud, feel good gig with a history cross-dressing.
**** “Very moving performances”, Irish Mail on
tale about following dreams, the magic of romance of the country song thrown in. Show in aid of SHOUT and the Hospice.
Sunday
and the power of music.
28 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 29Beat It Dance School Big Guerilla Productions The Drifters Lots at the Well
DANCE
T H E AT R E
MUSIC
AUCTION
Sun 29 - Tues 31 March, 7pm An Ogeous Brose Thurs 2 April, 8pm Major Fundraising Auction
€14/11conc. Wed 1 April, 8pm €25/12.50 u18s
Fri 3 April, 8pm
Students aged 3 – 18 years perform their repertoire €18/16conc. This fabulous vocal group relives the magic of that Free
of hip-hop, break-dance, commercial, jazz and lyrical Seamus O’Rourke teams up with Charlie splendid era breathing new life into those fabulous
dance. McGuinness in this rib-tickling, spine-chilling songs such as Saturday Night at the Movies, Bag a bargain for a great cause! Hawk’s Well
adventure as two men dig a grave on a remote Under the Boardwalk, Save the Last Dance, My Girl Theatre presents this fun auction evening filled
Directed by Sarah Middleton this is a wonderful Island in Cavan. It’s Fierce Dark – It’s Horrid Quiet – and more. The lineup includes the legendary Richie with entertainment, amusement and loads of
opportunity for families and friends to see a fast It’s an Ogeous Brose! An Ogeous Brose is scary Sampson who was frontman for the fantastic excting lots. Lots at the Well will have a selection
paced showcase of work from the students of Beat and funny in equal measure where you can expect British band The Foundations. The vocal group is of fabulous and intriguing donated items going
It Dance School. the unexpected. completed by Paul Anthony, Roy Bailey and Victor under the hammer.
John McManus has worked with Seamus O’Rourke Alexander - all renowned vocalists in their own right. Come along and bag a bargain,
before to bring us The Quare Land, Danger Money “These guys are truly remarkable. with all proceeds going to the
and The Cavan Course. This promises to be another Simply outstanding” - Joe Loughnane MBE Hawk’s Well renovation fund.
McManus classic!
30 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 31Farmer Michael & Kathleen Lisa Cooper Dance Academy CreateSchool Who Dares to Dream
COMEDY
DANCE
WORKSHOP
MUSICAL
Sat 4 April, 8pm Leaps N Beats Brick Flicks Musical/Drama written by Michael
€22.50 Sun 5 April, 3pm & 7.30pm Mon 6 April, 11am – 1.30pm English and Tommy Marren
Age recommendation: 15+ & 2.30pm – 5pm Wed 8 April, 8pm
€13
After only 3 years on the comedy scene, Stevo &
Leaps N Beats, presented by the Lisa Cooper €15. Age 8 – 13 years €30/15 u18s
Sinéad have gathered a following of over 500,000
Dance Academy. Expect an energetic, fun show, Set in both Ireland and England in the 1960’s
people worldwide, and over 100 million views on Createschool are back with more stop motion
filled with plenty of motion and emotion. this spectacular stage show tells the story of
some of their sketches. They’ve sold out shows making mayhem. Come along and learn how to
Showcasing talented dancers from the age of 3 to Joey McCann (Michael English) who dreams
all over Ireland and the UK. Their videos have been make an awesome set, write a great short story,
17, performing a variety of dance styles, including of becoming a music star. However, he is torn
featured in notable press outlets including LadBible, fine tune your animation skills and then film the
Lyrical, Ballet, Jazz, Acrobatics and Commercial. between his dream and that of his father who
Benchwarmers, WorldStar hip hop, JOE.ie, Irish results. Bring along your favourite mini figure and
A show not to be missed. wants him to continue the family tradition of
Independent, The Daily Edge, The Star, The Sun, they can be one of the stars. All equipment and
making shoes. This two-hour show features
The Mirror. The King & Queen of farming satire may materials are supplied but please bring along your
a spectacular musical score and an intriguing
offend some but aren’t planning on quitting any time own favourite mini figures.
storyline that will have audiences on the edge of
soon!
their seats all night!
32 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 33Christy Dignam Lyngo Éist Feis Ceoil
MUSIC
CHILDREN
DANCE/MUSIC
T H E AT R E
& Joe Jewell What a Wonderful World Sat 11 April, 8pm Mon 13 – Wed 15 April
Thurs 9 April, 8pm Fri 10 April, 12pm & 3pm €15/7.50 u18s Since its inception in 1903, Sligo Feis Ceoil has
welcomed and rewarded the finest musicians,
€25/12.50 u18s €8 child/4 adult Dance what you hear, dance what you think, dance
artists and thespians. Boasting a wide range
Aslan’s extraordinary singer and frontman Christy Ages: 2 – 5 who you are.
of categories, Sligo Feis Ceoil is a renowned
Dignam and his lifelong friend and co-founder of Before anything new is made it must be dreamed. Join us for a stunning new production that explores platform for budding artists and established
Aslan, songwriter/guitarist Joe Jewell perform From our moon-base in the Sea of Tranquility we influences and connections in traditional music, talent to compete against like-minded and gifted
together in this intimate acoustic show featuring the get a great view of the Earth and it’s time to make a song and dance. Choreographed by Edwina Guckian individuals. We gratefully acknowledge the
main hit songs of Aslan; Crazy World and This Is. new one just like we do every night! with musical direction by Stephen Doherty this support of all our sponsors who make this
The duo will also perform some very special cover What shall we put in tomorrow’s world? show is presented to you by performers from Áirc possible. This year Feis Ceoil has €7250 in
songs by other artists such as David Bowie and Pink Snowballs and flamingos of course! So all aboard Damhsa. bursaries and 12 scholarships to award.
Floyd that inspired the duo throughout their rock n the sleeper train as it takes us on our dream voyage.
roll career with Aslan. If you love music and a good This is an amazing romp through the universe where Produced by Edwina Guckian in partnership with Further details: www.sligofeisceoil.ie
laugh, this is the real deal. you can get your hands on the stuff of creation! Hawk’s Well Theatre and The Dock. info@sligofeisceoil.ie 087 9602866
34 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 35abraKIDabra Bongo Babies Stars of Country Show Call Back Theatre
CHILDREN
CHILDREN
MUSIC
T H E AT R E
Thurs 16 April, 2pm Sun 19 April, 12pm for 0 - 18mths, Sun 19 April, 8pm Fred & Alice
€10/family of 4 €35 2pm for 18mths - 3yrs €25/12.50 u18s Love in the time of OCD
Direct from his weekday magic show abraKIDabra €5 per person. Duration: 40mins Written & Directed by John Sheehy
Join 5 of Ireland’s best loved Country Music stars
on RTÉjr, and RTÉ 2, Joe Daly brings his children’s Peter Crann brings his collection of drums from for an unmissable night. The stellar line-up features Thurs 23 April 12.45pm
comedy magic and illusion show to the Hawk’s around the world to the Hawk’s Well for this the legendary Ray Lynam, the prince of Country €12/6 u18s (lunch €5 available from 12.15pm)
Well Theatre. Suitable for children ages 4-12, rhythmical global journey. Accompanied by groovy Music John Hogan, the hilarious Gary Gamble with Fred and Alice first met in the home. It wasn’t really
Joe will bring them on a rollercoaster ride of funkster Jaimie Carswell on double bass, this his surreal impressions of Daniel O’Donnell, a home but Fred always called it a home because
magic, illusion, comedy and fun. Prepare yourself “larger then life’ duo play songs from, Africa, Brazil, Mayo’s Frank McCaffrey and the pure voice of Joe that was where he lived, and if you are not living at
to be spellbound one minute and roaring laughing Cuba, America, France, Spain, Germany, Scotland Moore who each will perform their trademark hits home then where are you? It was love at first sight
the next. Tables will fly, newspapers torn up and and Ireland. Infectious beats and rhythms will have in the company of the fabulous Keltic Storm band. for Alice. Fred didn’t talk to her again for years, but
restored, cola poured over a volunteers head your smallies bopping and bouncing so, be sure to If it’s country music you like then this is the show then eventually Fred got used to her and it was love
and Joe will even make it snow.....that’s just for bring your dancing shoes (and booties). for you! at first sight for him too. Fred and Alice negotiate
starters! the perils and pitfalls of life and love. Come see this
joyous celebration of individuality.
36 Book online: www.hawkswell.com Book online: www.hawkswell.com 37Be Creative
At
The Unthanks Max T. Barnes: Stories
C
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IT Sligo
MUSIC
MUSIC
Sat 25 April, 8pm Behind The Hit Songs CM Yeats Academy of Arts Design and Architecture at
IT Sligo offers Degree and Masters Programmes in
€20/10 u18s Thurs 30 April, 8pm MY
Before fronting one of the most artistically brave and €25/12.50 u18s CY
- Architecture
revered bands working today, Tyneside sisters Rachel - Creative Design
Nashville singer/songwriter Max T. Barnes has
and Becky Unthank grew up singing songs without CMY - Fine Art
written the hits you’ve loved for years. He and his - Interior Architecture & Design
accompaniment, in weaving, unschooled vocal father, Max D. Barnes have sold 70 million records,
harmony. As if to prove that creativity should never
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scoring 33 #1’s for names like Cash, Haggard, - Writing & Literature
be about ambition or aspiration, The Unthanks Jones, and Nelson; songs like Love, Me,
move on from their recent orchestral explorations Who’s gonna fill their shoes, and Look at us Call, Click or Search now
performing at the Royal Albert Hall by going back to by Vince Gill.
what they know and do best - singing in unaccom- T: 071 93 18510
panied harmony - joined on this tour by The Unthanks
member Niopha Keegan to make a vocal trio.
Max T. and his Nashville band share the songs E: admissions@itsligo.ie Experience
and stories sure to make you laugh and cry. W: www.itsligo.ie/YAADA academic
excellence ITSLIGO.IE
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JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL
Wed 1 Reeling in the Showband Years 12 Sat 1 Jason Byrne: Wrecked but Ready 16 Wed 4 - Sat 7 Musical Theatre Magic 24 Wed 1 An Ogeous Brose 30
Sat 4 Laughter Lounge 12 Sun 2 Sligo Acts 2020 Workshop 17 Sun 8 Kyle Riley: The ‘Sing to Me’ Tour 24 Thurs 2 The Drifters 31
Sat 11 Jan – 15 Feb Toddler Drama 5 Tues 4 Maye School of Speech and Drama 17 Sun 8 Don’t Tell the Wife 25 Fri 3 Lots at the Well 31
Sat 11 Jan – 4 April Drama at the Well. Ages 4 – 6 6 Wed 5 – Fri 7 Kieran Quinn Theme Night 25 17 Tues 10 Coirm Gael Linn 25 Sat 4 Farmer Michael & Kathleen 32
Mon 13 Jan – 10 Feb Singing Workshops 4 Sat 8 – Sun 9 Patrick Feeney 18 Thurs 12 – Sat 14 The Boy from the Far Side of the Moon 26 Sun 5 Leaps N Beats 32
Mon 13 Jan – 17 Feb Bodhrán Workshops for Adults 4 Wed 12 Eddi Reader 18 Sun 15 Jim Beard & Jon Herington 26 Mon 6 Brick Flicks 33
Mon 13 Jan – 17 Feb Acting for Adults 5 Thurs 13 Gone Full Havisham 19 Mon 16 Of Mice and Men 27 Wed 8 Who Dares to Dream 33
Tues 14 Jan – 18 Feb Sligo Fiddle Workshops 5 Fri 14 Luke Thomas and the Swing Cats 19 Thurs 19 – Sat 21 Second Honeymoon 27 Thurs 9 Christy Dignam & Joe Jewell 34
Wed 15 Jan – 5 Feb Singskool Beat Buddy Babies 6 Sat 15 20/20 Vision 20 Sat 21 March – 9 May Beat Buddy Babies & Mini Melodies 6 Fri 10 What a Wonderful World 34
Thurs 16 Jan – 2 April Drama at the Well. Ages 7 – 10 6 Tues 18 – Sat 22 The King and I 20 Tues 24 – Wed 25 All Shook Up 28 Sat 11 Éist 35
Thurs 16 Frankie’s Guys 13 Mon 24 Feb – 23 Mar Singing Workshops 4 Thurs 26 Take Off Your Cornflakes 28 Mon 13 – Wed 15 Feis Ceoil 35
Fri 17 Cherish the Ladies 13 Mon 24 & Tues 25 Cyclone Rep Theatre Company 21 Fri 27 Now That’s What I Call Country 29 Thurs 16 abraKIDabra 36
Sat 18 Jan – 29 Feb Beat Buddy Babies & Mini Melodies 6 Wed 26 Feb – 25 Mar Singskool Beat Buddy Babies 6 Sat 28 The Maiden Aunt 29 Sun 19 Bongo Babies 36
Sat 18 Conal Gallen: The Joker 14 Wed 26 A Celebration of the Eagles 21 Sun 29 - Tues 31 Beat It Dance School 30 Sun 19 Stars of Country Show 37
Wed 22 – Sat 25 Jan Alice Through the Looking Glass 14 Thurs 27 Feb Book Club 22 Wed 22 April – 13 May Singskool Beat Buddy Babies 6
Sun 26 Acoustic Babies 15 Fri 28 Feb Neil Delamere: End of Watch 22 HELP MAKE Thurs 23 Fred & Alice 37
A DIFFERENCE!
Wed 29 Trad 15 Sat 29 Feb – 4 April Toddler Drama 5 Sat 25 The Unthanks 38
Fri 31 WANTED – One Body! 16 Sat 29 Feb A Night with Gerry Grennan 23 Thurs 30 Max T. Barnes 38
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