Film
Cold Pursuit – 22 February: Starring Liam Neeson as a reserved snowplow driver Nels Coxman, the main character’s quiet life comes crashing down when his beloved son dies under mysterious circumstances. His search for the truth soon becomes a quest for revenge against a psychotic drug lord named Viking. This thriller sees Nels transform from a normal law abiding citizen, to a coldblooded vigilante. This film is set for release in Ireland on Friday 22 February.
Music
Tommy Fleming – 16-17 February: Tommy Fleming is regarded as one of the finest singers and actors worldwide and is currently enjoying a hugely successful career. After 25 years honing his craft, Tommy is now taking his place at the forefront of popular music across the globe. Tommy is currently on the road with his Voice of Hope tour, and will play in the Carrickdale Hotel, Dundalk on 16 February and in the Hotel Kilmore, Cavan on February 17.
Comedy
The Blindboy Live Podcast – 15 February: The Blindboy Live Podcast comes to the Royal Theatre and Event Centre, Co Mayo on 15 February. With a number-one selling book under his belt, satirist Blindboy now has a podcast that has reached interest not only in Ireland and the UK, but globally. Outspoken, informed and empathetic, Blindboy engages his audience with an unusual touch of realism while remaining light-hearted and entertaining, creating what he calls the “podcast hug”. The live show will feature special guests. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.ie.
Mario Rosenstock – 22 February: See the hilarious Mario Rosenstock live as he brings his massively successful In Your Face tour to the National Opera House in Wexford. The tour has seen Mario play 20 sold-out shows across the country including an amazing run of six sold-out nights in Cork. A much-loved impressionist, the In Your Face show is bigger and bolder than ever and its Mario’s most interactive too. For bookings visit www.ticketmaster.ie.
Theatre
God Has No Country – 14 February: Dublin-based Killarney actor Donal Courtney’s one-man show God Has No Country tells the story of the struggles encountered by Kerrryman Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty and his colleagues in Rome during World War II. The story follows Hugh’s torment as he has to decide to act in defence of those suffering under the tyranny of the Fascists. Told with humour and sensitivity, God Has No Country aims to bring the heroic deeds and achievements of this extraordinary man to a wider audience and plays in the INEC Gleneagle Hotel, Co Kerry.
Dancing diary
Connacht
Galway: Ballinasloe, Shearwater Hotel, 17th February, Jimmy Buckley
Leitrim: Carrick-on-Shannon, The Landmark, 16th February, Johnny Brady
Mayo: Claremorris, McWilliam Park,
Social Dancing: 17th February, Muriel O’Connor
Big Band Dancing: 16th February, Michael English
Leinster
Carlow: Carlow, The Dolmen Hotel, 3rd March, Mike Denver
Dublin: Dublin, Red Cow Inn, 14th February, John McNicholl
Kilkenny: Slievrue, Rhu Glenn, 16th February, John Mc Nicholl
Kilkenny: Piltown, Piltown Gaa Complex, 17th February, Mary Prendergast
Munster
Clare: Ennis, West County Hotel, 17th February, Mick Flavin
Cork: Mallow, The Hazel Tree, 15th February, Michael English
Cork: Glanmire, Vienna Woods, 20th February, Patrick O’Sullivan
Cork: Macroom, Riverside Park Hotel, 18th February, Mike Condon
Kerry: Tralee, Kerin’s O’Rahillys Clubhouse, 20th February, Frank Nelson, (Roscommon), 27th February, Mike Condon Band
Limerick: Kilmallock, Bullgaden Castle, 20th February, Brendan Lee
Limerick: Newcastlewest, Longcourt House Hotel, 21st February, Nellie O’Connor Band, 28th February, Peter Burke Band
Tipperary: Cahir, Cahir House, , (3-6), 17th February, The Singing Jarvey
Tipperary: Roscrea, Racket Hall, 16th February, Jimmy Buckley
Tipperary: Newport, Ballymackeogh, Aherns, 23rd February, Dermot Lyons
Tipperary: Thurles, The Premier Ballroom, 17th February, Pat Daly
Ulster
Cavan: Cavan, Hotel Kilmore, 16th February, Ciaran Rosney
Derry: Coleraine, The Bushtown House, 18th February, The Indians
Donegal: Bundoran, Allingham Arms, 16th February, John Glenn & The Mainliners
Down: Newry, Mourne Country, 16th February, Jim Devine
Monaghan: Monaghan, Hillgrove Hotel, 17th February, Gerry Guthrie
Monaghan: Castleblayney, The Glencarn, 15th February, Johnny Brady, 20th February, Shane Shovlin
Tyrone: Omagh, Silverbirch Hotel, 15th February, Jim Devine
Tyrone: Moy, The Ryandale, 16th February, Robert Mizzell