Ireland Theatre + Broadway News

Music Network Presents Mick O'Brien, Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh and More at Strokestown Park House, 22 May

(5/15/2013) - Music Network presents trio Mick O'Brien (uilleann pipes), Caoimhin Raghallaigh (fiddles) and sean nos singer Nell Ni Chroinin atStrokestown Park House, Co. Roscommon on Wednesday 22nd May at 8pm. Tickets are 14/ 12 and can be booked on Tel. 090 6625824. This concert is promoted by Roscommon Arts Centre and Music Network. Music Network concerts provide a wonderful opportunity to see some of the world's foremost music ensembles at affordable prices in venues around Ireland and is funded by the Arts Council. Further information from (01) 671 9429 or www.musicnetwork.ie.

WICKED Plays Extra Show at King's Theatre in Glasgow Tonight

(5/15/2013) - WICKED, the global musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, has added two extra performances to its Scottish premiere engagement at Glasgow's King's Theatre due to an overwhelming demand for tickets. The extra matinee performances are tonight 15 May 2014 and Thursday 29 May 2014 at 2.30pm and tickets are now on sale.

BEALTAINE FESTIVAL VARIETY SHOW Comes to Tuar Ard, May 21

(5/12/2013) - Bealtaine Festival Variety Show in Tuar Ard, Moate and in Association with Rosemount GAA Social Initiative presents an evening of music, song, dance, recitation and comedy on Tuesday 21st May.

Photo Flash: Casa 0101's Brown & Out Theatre Festival at 2013 Dublin Gay Theatre Festival

(5/6/2013) - Josefina Lpez, Artistic Director of Casa 0101 Theater based in Boyle Heights, CA, along with Miguel Garcia, Producer of Casa 0101 Theater's Brown & Out Theater Festival announced that Casa 0101 Theater has been invited to participate in the 10th Annual International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival to be held in Dublin, Ireland from May 6 - 19, 2013. Check out photos from the plays below!

Voting Opens for the 2013 BroadwayWorld Awards! Vote Now for the Best of the 2012-13 Theatre Season...

(5/2/2013) - The Tony Awards Nominators had their say earlier this week and now it's your turn! We're pleased to announce that voting has now opened for the 11th Annual BroadwayWorld.com Awards!

THE MAN IN THE WOMAN'S SHOES Travels Across Ireland This May

(4/23/2013) - Bealtaine's line-up for May 2013 will see hundreds of theatrical, cinematic, craft, photographic, choral, dance and other events taking place across Ireland, giving people a chance to celebrate creativity as we age, inviting them to "Grow Happy!" - the theme of this year's festival.

Photo Flash: First Look at IT CAME FROM MARS at The Break-Away Project

(4/22/2013) - The Break-Away Project will bring their production of It Came From Mars by Joseph Zettelmaier to the Pearse Centre, Dublin. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast below!

Break-Away Project Presents IT CAME FROM MARS, Now thru 4/28

(4/20/2013) - The Break-Away Project will present a full production of the play 'It Came From Mars' by Joseph Zettelmaier. It will be performed tonight, 20th & 21st of April in Cleere's Theatre, Kilkenny and the 24th to 28th of April in the Pearse Centre, Dublin.

The Gathering Clare Honors Chapel Hill Americana Music Artist Tokyo Rosenthal in May

(4/15/2013) - Award winning singer/songwriter, Tokyo Rosenthal, will be honored by Ireland's The Gathering Clare on May 10th in Killaloe, County Clare, for writing and recording 'Killaloe'. Rosenthal wrote and recorded the tune about the town that his Aunt and Uncle called home in the late 70's and early 80's. Tokyo returned there this past September for a live performance and that inspired the song which appears on his latest CD, 'Tokyo's Fifth'.

Colm Wilkinson to Tour Ireland & UK; Lyceum Theatre June 24

(3/27/2013) - Ireland's Colm Wilkinson is best known as the original Jean Valjean and the Phantom, roles he created and embodied in London, Toronto and New York productions of LES MISERABLES and Phantom of the Opera. He played Jean Valjean in the 10th Anniversary Concert at the Royal Albert Hall (1995) and has gained many new fans since his guest appearances on both 25th Anniversary Concerts of Les Miserable at the O2 London (2010) and Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall (2011).

WICKED Adds Extra Shows at King's Theatre in Glasgow, May 15 & 29

(3/14/2013) - WICKED, the global musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, has added two extra performances to its Scottish premiere engagement at Glasgow's King's Theatre due to an overwhelming demand for tickets. The extra matinee performances are on Thursday 15 May 2014 and Thursday 29 May 2014 at 2.30pm and tickets are now on sale.

Break-Away Project to Present IT CAME FROM MARS, April 20-28

(3/12/2013) - The Break-Away Project will present a full production of the play 'It Came From Mars' by Joseph Zettelmaier. It will be performed on the 20th & 21st of April in Cleere's Theatre, Kilkenny and the 24th to 28th of April in the Pearse Centre, Dublin.

BARBARA Screening and The Fureys & Davey Arthur Set for Tuar Ard Arts Centre, March 2013

(3/5/2013) - Tuar Ard Arts Centre has announced its upcoming events in March 2013. Details below!

Break-Away 1st Annual Gala Celebration Set for Tonight

(3/3/2013) - Join the Break-Away Project for this special evening of music, theatre and comedy. In its first year, the Break-Away Project have produced ten wonderful events, which comprised of staged readings of new plays, original work and musical theatre showcases.

Colm Wilkinson Announces BRING HIM HOME UK & Ireland Tour, Begins June 6

(2/24/2013) - One of Broadway's most distinctive voices, Ireland's Colm Wilkinson announced his 'Bring Him Home' tour today, set to play throughout the UK and Ireland beginning June 6. For the full listings of dates, check below!

Zrinka Cvitesic Stars in ONCE in Dublin; Show Opens Tonight

(2/22/2013) - Croatian actress Zrinka Cvitesic will play the female lead in Once at the Gaiety in Dublin tonight, February 22 before transferring to the Phoenix in London on March 16, 2013. Cvitesic will join Declan Bennett under the direction of John Tiffany.

Roscommon Drama Festival Begins 1 March

(2/20/2013) - Now a much-anticipated feature of the arts centre spring programme, Roscommon Drama Festival showcases nine nights of award-winning performances by amateur groups from all over Ireland, all of who are eager to win a nomination to the All-Ireland Drama Finals. This years festival taking place from Friday 1st - Saturday 9th March represent an exciting mix of theatre offering something for all audiences, all under the eye of adjudicator, Michael Poynor. A.D.A.

The Steve Kelly Big Band Plays the Music of Buddy Rich in Cork

(2/18/2013) - This is a night for all music fans! Featuring some of the finest musicians in Ireland, the Steve Kelly Big Band will be performing the music of Buddy Rich, the "World's Greatest Drummer!"

Lusmagh Drama Group Presents MANY HAPPY RETURNS Tonight

(2/15/2013) - Lusmagh Drama Group presents Bernard Farrell's play 'Many Happy Returns' in Tuar Ard, Moate, tonight, 15th February 8pm. Tickets 10 / 8.

Break-Away 1st Annual Gala Celebration Set for March 3

(2/11/2013) - Join the Break-Away Project for this special evening of music, theatre and comedy. In its first year, the Break-Away Project have produced ten wonderful events, which comprised of staged readings of new plays, original work and musical theatre showcases.

IADT and Wexford Festival Opera Builds an Alliance

(2/7/2013) - Two of Ireland's leading contributors to developing the creative industry sign a Memorandum of Understanding

Lusmagh Drama Group Presents MANY HAPPY RETURNS, Feb. 15

(2/5/2013) - Lusmagh Drama Group presents Bernard Farrell's play "Many Happy Returns" in Tuar Ard, Moate, Friday 15th February 8pm. Tickets 10 / 8.

Crossbones to Play Crane Lane Theatre, February 15

(2/4/2013) - Crossbones will be a part of Mad Pride Benefit Gig at Crane Lane Theatre, Cork on Friday 15th February 6pm-7pm. Tickets are 10. Ticket holders will receive a free copy of the Crossbones CD.

Jack L Returns to Roscommon Arts Centre Tonight

(2/2/2013) - Jack L comes to Roscommon Arts Centre with his sensational new smash hit show 'The 27 Club' tonight, 2nd February, 8pm. Tickets are now on sale through the box office on 090 6625824 or online at www.roscomonartscentre.ie.

Roscommon Arts Centre Nominated for IMRO Live Venue of the Year

(1/30/2013) - The Irish Music Rights Organisation (IMRO) have recently announced the shortlist for this years Live Music Venue of the Year Awards with Roscommon Arts Centre securing a place on the shortlist for Connacht Live Venue of the Year. The annual awards celebrates live music venues across Ireland who work hard each week to bring live music to their area.

Molly Lynch, Evelyn Grant and Cork Pops Orchestra Bring Cinderella to TEA DANCE Today

(1/27/2013) - Who will be Cinderella? A chance to go to the ball in style! Lord Mayor's Tea Dance City Hall, Cork, will be held today, 27th January 2013, 3.00pm-6pm. Evelyn Grant and the Cork Pops Orchestra welcome Molly Lynch, soprano and Viva Dance Studio. Tickets 10 at Pro Musica Oliver Plunkett St., Cork.

Jack L Returns to Roscommon Arts Centre, February 2

(1/24/2013) - Jack L comes to Roscommon Arts Centre with his sensational new smash hit show "The 27 Club" on Saturday 2nd February, 8pm. Tickets are now on sale through the box office on 090 6625824 or online at www.roscomonartscentre.ie.

THE DARK SIDE Plays Wexford Opera House, 2/17 & 24

(1/24/2013) - Already with sold out shows and standing ovations every night on his Brand New Show "THE DARK SIDE", Keith Barry is back at the Wexford Opera House where he will close his current tour with two shows in the Wexford Opera House on Sunday, February 17 and Sunday, February 24 at 8pm. Following on from his sold out '8 Deadly Sins' tour, Keith's new show will be his most controversial to date as he explores everything that encompasses 'The Dark Side'. Keith will take the audience on a theatrical rollercoaster ride where they will participate in astounding feats based around the occult, ouija boards, remote viewing, past life regression, and unspeakable acts. He will open the door and invite the audience with him on this journey of exploration - are you brave enough to step through the door and journey with him?

MY BROTHER JOE Comes to Roscommon Arts Centre Tonight

(1/24/2013) - My Brother Joe featuring Ben Dolan brother of the late and much loved entertainer, Joe Dolan comes to Roscommon Arts Centre tonight, 24th January 8pm.

Casting Announced for UK and Ireland Tour of NOISES OFF

(1/22/2013) - Casting is announced for the UK tour of Michael Frayn's multi-award-winning backstage comedy Noises Off. Following its acclaimed run at The Old Vic and then at the Novello Theatre in the West End, Noises Off will tour theatres across the UK and Ireland from 27 March 2013.

Molly Lynch, Evelyn Grant and Cork Pops Orchestra to Bring Cinderella to TEA DANCE, Jan 27

(1/16/2013) - Who will be Cinderella? A chance to go to the ball in style! Lord Mayor's Tea Dance City Hall, Cork, will be held on Sunday 27th January 2013, 3.00pm-6pm. Evelyn Grant and the Cork Pops Orchestra welcome Molly Lynch, soprano and Viva Dance Studio. Tickets 10 at Pro Musica Oliver Plunkett St., Cork.

MY BROTHER JOE Comes to Roscommon Arts Centre, January 24

(1/16/2013) - My Brother Joe featuring Ben Dolan brother of the late and much loved entertainer, Joe Dolan comes to Roscommon Arts Centre on Thursday 24th January 8pm.

IFTA Announces Nominees for the 10th Annual Irish Film & Television Awards

(1/16/2013) - This very special 10th Anniversary of the Irish Film & Television Awards promises to be an unforgettable occasion, celebrating Ireland's outstanding film and television productions in 2012 and reflecting upon a decade of exceptional art, creativity and entertainment in Ireland.

WICKED to Open at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin, Nov 2013

(1/12/2013) - WICKED, the global musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, will make its Irish premiere at the Bord Gis Energy Theatre in Dublin in November 2013. Tickets will go on sale on Friday, January 25, 2013 at 10 a.m.

BWW's Top Ireland Theatre Stories of 2012

(12/26/2012) - BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Ireland in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!

Photo Flash: Break-Away Project's Evening of Stories, Music & Mulled Wine

(12/21/2012) - The Break-Away Project brought together some of Ireland's most talented storytellers and musicians for this special one-night-only Christmas celebration on December 16. View photos below!

Break-Away Hosts Evening of Stories, Music & Mulled Wine Tonight

(12/16/2012) - The Break-Away Project will bring together some of Ireland's most talented storytellers and musicians for this special one-night-only Christmas celebration. Guests will hear enchanting stories from Irish folklore and around the world, and will be treated to wonderful musical performances to mark the festive season.

Nomad Theatre Network and Livin' Dred Theatre Company Present RIDE ON!, Dec 14 & 15

(12/14/2012) - After wowing audiences in Cavan and Leitrim in Autumn 2011, this funny and insightful play is finishing a countrywide tour with two final performances at Roscommon Arst Centre tonight, Friday 14th & Saturday 15th December at 8pm.

Joe Dowling Returns to Dublin's Abbey Theatre to Direct Frank McGuinness' THE DEAD, Now thru Jan 19

(12/11/2012) - The world premiere production of the Frank McGuinness adaptation of James Joyce's The Dead plays Dublin's Abbey Theatre, under the direction of former Abbey and current Guthrie Artistic Director Joe Dowling. The Dead opens tonight, December 11 and will play through January 19, 2013.