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By Aishling Conway
Check out this weeks Entertainment Guide which has something in it for everyone, from Comedy and Music Festivals, Musical theatre, Cinema and much more.
All the big names at Comedy Festival
The Dún Laoghaire Comedy Festival is back for its third year and bigger, better, and funnier than ever from tonight November 7-10.
The festival features over 50 comedians performing 26 unique and hilarious shows. They’ll perform in various venues across Dún Laoghaire from November 7th to 10th. The diverse lineup brings together a mix of local & international comedians, both well-established & soon-to-be, in one of Ireland’s biggest comedy festivals.
Dylan Moran, Emma Doran, Ardal O’Hanlon, and Enya Martin are some of the many house-hold names coming to our sea-kissed town. For a show that’s bang for your buck, catch six headliner acts performing in our ALL-STAR show, including names such as David McSavage and Al Porter.
Award-winning British comedians such as Phil Kay and Simon Munnery perform alongside our own local comedy legend, Kevin Gildea (that wonderful fellow from the book shop). For a show with an all-female lineup check out Killer Woman. Candlelit Tales is storytelling with a comedy twist.
Owen Colgan from The Hardy Bucks is back with a brand new show and 3 Bucks Left join the festival for the first time. Paddy Cullivan’s got a show for the insightful audience member, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Ireland. If you want to see something completely different, check out South Africa’s “First Lady Comedian” Thenjiwe’s show, The Mandela Effect.
There are several shows suitable for children such as Improvised Stories from Lebanon’s funny storyteller, Raffi Feghali, Burkey’s Bingo Family Show, and Science Magic, Messy Mayhem. However, you won’t want to bring the kids to the Inappropriate Tea Party (for adults only).
Want something different? Check out The Great Big Small Screen Quiz by WOMP or Alcoholics Unanimous, where comedians discuss addiction.
We are proud to bring this diverse and wonderful lineup together at the Dún Laoghaire Comedy Festival, and hope it brings joy to all those who attend!
Tickets available online – Artists – Dún Laoghaire Comedy Festival
Begley’s solo show comes to Dún Laoghaire
Award-winning comedian Seán Begley brings his acclaimed solo show ‘FAUX PA’ to Dún Laoghaire Comedy Festival on Sunday next Nov 10.
Seán is the recent winner of The Dublin Story Slam and has become a regular on the Irish comedy scene after receiving the Best New Act award at Bray Comedy fest 2018 and subsequently being shortlisted for RTE’s Stand Up and Be Funny in 2019.
Speaking ahead of his tour, Seán gave some insight into what audiences can expect from ‘FAUX PA’.
“In essence, this new show catalogues several hilariously embarrassing misunderstandings, interspersed with an abundance of one-liners, memes, hand drawn cartoons and a little bit of life philosophy thrown in for good measure” reveals Seán.
“All performances in the tour to date have been great fun, and according to the tremendous audience reaction and overwhelmingly positive feedback, it has something for everyone”
The evening will also feature support from rising comedy star, Ellen O Reilly
Tickets are now available for the show on November 10th at www.dunlaoghairecomedyfestival.ie but early booking is advisable.
Proud Mary & Her City Limits Band at The Civic
Tina Turner ‘Proud Mary & Her City Limits Band’ is a stunning tribute to Tina Turner set to be staged at The Civic Theatre for one night only on Nov 13 at 8pm.
Starring Amanda Lane, alongside her 5-piece band, this group is proud to be Ireland’s No. 1 Tribute to the Queen of Rock – a stunning tribute to Tina Turner.
With her powerhouse vocals and replica moves ‘Proud Mary’ and the amazing ‘City Limits’ band celebrates the music of Tina Turner engaging every audience with a full-packed night of entertainment. Enjoy live renditions of your favourite songs – ‘Simply the Best’, ‘What’s Love Got To Do With It?’, and ‘Private Dancer’ – to name a few.
Tickets available online – Proud Mary & Her City Limits Band – The Civic
Modern Classic Play ‘From Eden’ at The Civic Theatre
Stephen Jones modern classic play ‘From Eden’ is brought to new life at The Civic Theatre from November 19-23.
Two lost individuals, Alan and Eva find themselves locked in a bathroom together on New Year’s Eve.
Performed by Rex Ryan and Jordanne Jones. Stephen Jones is an award-winning writer. His most recent work is the hit TV series, Northern Lights.
Tickets available online – From Eden – The Civic
Kilmacud Mus Soc’s ‘Behind the Curtain’ at dlr Mill Theatre
Kilmacud Musical Society are delighted to bring an original scripted variety performance to the dlr Mill Theatre stage. from November 21-23 at 8pm with matinee on Saturday at 2.30pm.
‘Behind the Curtain’ is a heart-warming insight into the world of community theatre, offering the audience a backstage look into the fun, chaos and camaraderie of an enthusiastic musical society as they put on a show. Join the members of the group as they journey through the season from script to stage. Guided through the stories of its members, experience the ups, downs, divas, jazz hands and other antics that come with preparing for an upcoming performance.
Tickets available online – Upcoming Shows – Kilmacud Musical Society
An evening of Music with Pat Fagan and Kieran Cox
An evening with Pat Fagan and Kieran Cox will be staged at dlr Mill Theatre for one night only on Nov15 at 8pm
Pat Fagan is an experienced and renowned singer/songwriter from Dublin, formerly founder member and lead singer and songwriter for the acoustic band, The Mysterious Chords. Pat has recently released a number of music videos which have garnished over 100,000 views and has just released his first solo album “Strange Days”. His latest single “Miss You” was released in July of this year.
Tickets available online – Pat Fagan – dlr Mill Theatre Dundrum South Dublin
THE FUREYS – Legends of Irish Music & Song at The Helix
The Fureys, one of Ireland’s most influential folk and traditional bands of all time, make their eagerly awaited 10th return to the Helix, on Dec 27 at 8pm.
Audiences are in for a special treat as the famed Irish band treat them to one of popular music’s richest legacies, including Furey’s classics such as ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You Were Sweet 16’, ‘Red Rose Café’, ‘Leaving Nancy’, ‘The Old Man’, ‘From Clare to Here’ and ‘The Green Fields of France’.
These songs have become the soundtrack to the lives of Irish music fans all over the world.
Tickets available online – Whats on Dublin | Upcoming Events & Things to Do- Helix Dublin
BELL X1 & The Theodora Byrne Ensemble
Bell X1 & The Theodora Byrne Ensemble have added additional dates to their upcoming sold out concert at The Helix on December 20-21.
Bell X1 live performances are always a captivating experience, with the band continually evolving to bring fresh energy to their music. Their collaboration with Dowry Strings and a choir has led to some truly unforgettable and moving live moments.
In May of last year, Bell X1 released their eighth studio album, Merciful Hour, featuring the lead single “Haint Blue.” The ten-track album was produced by John ‘Spud’ Murphy and recorded in Dublin. It marked the band’s first studio release since Arms in 2016 and a project they had been crafting since 2018.
The band members—Paul Noonan, Dave Geraghty, and Dominic Philips—continue to push the boundaries of their sound and connect deeply with their audience.
Tickets available online – Whats on Dublin | Upcoming Events & Things to Do- Helix Dublin
WHAT’S ON: THE BIG SCREEN
Gladiator-11 Irish premiere at the Lighthouse Cinema
The Irish Premiere of Ridley Scott’s GLADIATOR II is set to come to The Lighthouse Cinema with Ireland’s own Gladiator, Paul Mescal in attendance this week.
From legendary director Ridley Scott, Gladiator II continues the epic saga of power, intrigue, and vengeance set in Ancient Rome. Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius (Paul Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people.
The film screens from November 15 and tickets for the opening weekend are on sale now:
Tickets available on line – Gladiator II | Book Tickets – Showtimes | Light House Cinema Dublin Ireland
Girl from the North Country on the Big Screen at the Pavilion
The Tony award-winning musical ‘Girl from the North Country’ is set to come to the Pavilion Theatre, Dun Laoghaire bringing its captivating reimagining of Bob Dylan’s songs to the big screen on Nove24 at 8 pm.
Written and directed by celebrated playwright Conor McPherson and featuring Tony Award-winning orchestrations by Simon Hale, Girl From The North Country reimagines 20 legendary songs of Bob Dylan as they’ve never been heard before, including “Forever Young,” “All Along The Watchtower,” “Hurricane,” and “Like A Rolling Stone”.
It’s 1934 in Duluth, Minnesota. We meet a group of wayward travellers whose lives intersect in a guesthouse filled with music, life and hope. Experience this “profoundly beautiful” (The New York Times) Broadway production brought to vivid life by an extraordinary company of actors and musicians.
Tickets available online – Big Screen Musicals: Girl from the North Country | Sun 24 Nov, 8pm – Pavilion Theatre
