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Jake Carter – 19 April: Fresh off the back of what has been a roller coaster 18 months, Jake Carter is returning to the Theatre Royal, Waterford on Friday 19 April. The Dancing with the Stars 2018 winner has enjoyed enormous success in recent times with his recent single releases, as well as packing out venues across the country including Dublin’s Vicar St and Cork Opera House. The 20-year-old singing sensation is delighted to be getting back on stage with his live band in what promises to be a fun-filled live concert.
The Whistlin’ Donkeys – 12 April: With an ever growing fan base and after a busy schedule over the past number of years, The Whistln’ Donkeys are entertaining crowds up and down the country with their 32-county tour. Touring every inch of Ireland, this Irish folk band play a unique blend of folk and traditional Irish music with a bit of Celtic rock thrown in there also. The band hail from Co Tyrone and are sure to bring excitement, energy and good craic to their gig in Hotel Kilkenny this Friday 12 April.
Martin Angolo and Keith Fox – 19 April: Two of the country’s best up-and-coming comedians Martin Angolo and Keith Fox host a night of stand-up comedy at Kavanagh’s Bar and Venue, Portlaoise, next Friday 19 April. Fresh from playing in front of full houses at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the pair bring their new show on tour in Ireland for the first time. An award-winning comedian, Angolo is best remembered for his one liners and silly observations and is a regular at every comedy festival in Ireland. His partner in crime Keith Fox is a charming and energetic performer.
Out of Innocence – 12 April: Directed by Danny Hiller, Out of Innocence is based on the infamous Kerry babies scandal of 1984. In it, a Garda investigation leads to the wrongful arrest of a young woman, Joanna Hayes, for the murders of two babies. A newborn baby’s body is washed up on a deserted beach, sparking a discovery that shocks and stuns a rural community. On the same night 80km away, a young mother gives birth to a stillborn baby. Set in a time of disharmony for women in Ireland, Out of Innocence tells of a case which rocked the nation and has repercussions to this day.
Trad – 11-13 April: Mark Doherty’s award-winning Trad tells the hilarious story of 100-year-old main character Thomas and his father. Together they set out to discover the son they never knew he had. Featuring live traditional Irish music, Trad is a side-splitting, heart-warming saga, directed by renowned actor Aaron Monaghan. Trad plays in the Ramor Threatre, Virginia, Co Cavan from 11 April to 13 April. Tickets in advance from www.ramortheatre.com or by calling 049 8547074.
Connacht
Galway: Ballinasloe, Shearwater Hotel, 14th April, (5-8pm) John Molloy(9.30pm) Mike Denver
Mayo: Claremorris, McWilliam Park,
Social Dancing: 14th April, Muriel O’Connor
Big Band Dancing: 20th April, Michael English
Leinster
Dublin: Dublin, Red Cow Inn, 11th April, Matthew O’Donnell
Kildare: Celbridge, Celbridge Manor Hotel, 21 April, Joe Davitt
Kilkenny: Slievrue, Rhu Glenn, 13th April, Liam Mannering & Maria
Kilkenny: Pilltown, Pilltown GAA, 14th April, Teddy Barry
Westmeath: Moate, The Well, 11th April, Catherine & The Images, 13th April, Mick Flavin
Munster
Clare: Ennis, West County Hotel, 28th April, Derek Ryan
Cork: Mallow, The Hazel Tree, 12th April, Mike Denver
Cork: Glanmire, Vienna Woods, 17th April, John McNicholl
Cork: Macroom, Riverside Park Hotel, 15th April, Martin Kearney & Derry Kennedy
Cork: Ballyvourney, Abbey Hotel, (4-6.30pm) 14th April, Caitriona O’Sullivan
Kerry: Scartaglin, Scartaglin Heritage Centre, 14th April, Michael Collins
Kerry: Tralee, Kerins O’Rahilly’s Clubhouse, 17th April, Michael Collins
Limerick: Newcastle West, Longcourt Hotel, 11th April, Michael Collins
Tipperary: Newport, Ballymackeogh, Aherns, 13th April, Adrian Ryan
Tipperary: Roscrea, Racket Hall, 20th April, Ciaran Rosney
Ulster
Antrim: Ballymena, Tullyglass House Hotel, 13th April, Derek Ryan
Cavan: Cavan, Hotel Kilmore, 13th April, Michael English
Derry: Coleraine, Bushtown House Hotel, 15th April, Big Shay & The Country Memories
Donegal: Bundoran, Allingham Arms, 13th April, Mike Denver
Down: Newry, Mourne Country, 13th April, Jim Devine
Monaghan: Monaghan, Hillgrove Hotel, 14th April, Gerry Guthrie
Tyrone: Omagh, Silverbirch Hotel, 12th April, Dominic & Barry Kirwan
Tyrone: Moy, The Ryandale, 13th April, Robert Mizzell
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