 |
 |
 |
|
 |
|
|
|
|
 |
   |
|
   |
|
|
|
Performances: Thursday 15th May 2008 - One Night Only at 8pm.
 The Big HouseThe play follows the fortunes of the Alcock family of Ballydonal House, County Cork from 1918-1923. Beginning on Armistice Day, it moves through the years of the War of Independence up to the time of the Civil War and deals with how one Anglo-Irish family was affected by all the social and economic changes at the beginning of the 20th Century. Performance by Bart Players. Part of Ulster Drama Festival. More Performances: Friday 16th May 2008 - One Night Only at 8pm.
Shoot The CrowThe action takes place on a Belfast building site, four tilers are coming to the end of a job; but with a spare pallet of tiles kicking around , there is money to be made by anyone who happens to take it. When they put their plans into action, hysterical confusion ensues as each one tries to gain the upper hand in this witty homage to the working man. Please note this performance contains strong language. Performance by Clarence Players. Part of Ulster Drama Festival. More Performances: Saturday 17th May 2008 - One Night Only at 8pm.
The Snail & The WhaleThe sea snail slithered all over the rock And gazed at the sea and the ships in the dock. And as she gazed she sniffed and sighed: 'The sea is deep and the world is wide! How I long to sail!' said the tiny snail. A new theatre experience for young children with black light animation, magic, live music, breathtaking illusion and a well known, captivating story! Suitable for age 4+ More Performances: Tuesday 20th May 2008 to Wednesday 21st May 2008 at 9.45am & 12pm.
Cosi Fan TutteComic Opera in two acts by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart / Sung in English With Piano Quintet Picture this – you and your best friend are happily in love with two sisters who are happily in love with you. However, another friend says that they would be unfaithful given half a chance. ‘No’, you both cry. A bet is laid, if you go away they’ll cheat on you – così fan tutte – ‘that’s what they all do’. So, off you go to the army, but the plan is that you come back in disguise to seduce each others lover. Do they forget you? Do they each fall in love all over again – with these new strangers? Is that what they all do? Director, Jane McCulloch, sets the opera in the Summer of 1914, the last carefree days before The Great War broke out and youthful innocence will be lost forever. More Performances: Friday 23rd May 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Seamus McGarvey InterviewThis has been an extraordinary year for Armagh-born cinematographer, Seamus McGarvey, who was nominated for an Oscar and BAFTA, won an IFTA for his work on the hit movie, ‘Atonement’. He has worked on locations throughout the world with acclaimed directors such as Oliver Stone, Anthony Mingella and Stephen Daldry and his credits as a cinematographer include ‘World Trade Center’, ‘The Hours’, ‘Charlotte’s Web’ and ‘High Fidelity’. His is about to finish shooting ‘The Soloist’ in Los Angeles for ‘Atonement’ director, Joe Wright. In this Public Interview with Irish Times Film Critic, Michael Dwyer, arranged by Armagh City & District Council to honour the exceptional achievement in world cinema of an esteemed local artist, Seamus McGarvey will talk about his life and work as one of the most sought-after cinematographers in today’s international film industry. More Performances: Thursday 29th May 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Music In Armagh Presents Performances: Friday 30th May 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
axis, Ballymun presents Performances: Saturday 31st May 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
SinJoe Ruane, writer of ‘There’s Nobody Mad Here’ and ‘Marty’s Shot’ returns to The Market Place with his new play ‘Sin’. It tells the story of a man who returns to his village to confront the man who sexually abused him 25 years, 7 months and 6 days ago. What unfolds will remain. More Performances: Thursday 5th Jun 2008 to Saturday 7th Jun 2008 at 8.00pm.
James Quinn & Friends In ConcertOne of Ireland’s leading young artists is embarking on a countrywide tour following on from 2007’s highly successful ‘A Different Kind of Country’, coupled with support slots on sellout shows such as ‘The Neil Diamond Story’. James has three albums to date in his short time on the Irish music scene. This show will feature a unique mix of classic country and well known ‘foot tappers’ performed by his excellent six piece band, making this a superb night not to be missed. Special guests to be confirmed. More Performances: Thursday 5th Jun 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Summer Sounds With CantabileThe SELB’s community string orchestra, ‘The South Ulster Sinfonia’, returns to Armagh with a programme of string classics, under its conductors Roger Jarvis, Steven Wise and Jim Whatsize. Their repertoire ranges from the middle ages to the present day and includes favourites by Grieg, Tchaikovsky and others. The concert also features the rising Lurgan-based choir ‘Cantabile’, directed by Kerrie Patterson and accompanied by Colm McGarry. They bring a varied programme from popular operas and musicals as well as other traditional favourites. A stimulating evening of attractive music for choir, orchestra and soloists is promised. More Performances: Friday 6th Jun 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Des BishopFirmly established as a major force on Ireland’s comedy circuit, comedian Des Bishop is widely recognised as one of Ireland’s biggest comedic assets. In early 2003 Des made his mark on the Irish public with his massively successful RTE documentary ‘The Des Bishop Work Experience’ and since then he has gone from strength to strength. His second RTE documentary, ‘Joy In The Hood’, featured the comedian teaching stand-up comedy whilst living in a range of marginalized communities around Ireland. Following on from the hugely successful ‘Fitting In’ Tour, Des is back with a totally original and inspired new live stand up show, ‘Tongues’. ‘Tongues’ deals with Des’s most recent challenge, taking the ultimate step towards Irishness, by moving to the Gaeltacht to learn his mother tongue. ‘the story-telling remains unrivalled…this comedian is hovering at the top of his game’ Evening Herald. More Performances: Saturday 7th Jun 2008 - One Night Only at 8pm.
Liam Reilly & BagatelleAt the forefront of the Irish music scene now for over forty years, Liam Reilly and Bagatelle have sold over five million albums worldwide. Over the years they have shared a stage with icons such as Bob Marley, Van Morrison and Bob Dylan to name but a few. They are still in huge demand on the live circuit with regular tours in the USA, Europe and Asia. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear all the well known hits such as ‘Summer In Dublin’, ‘Is It Raining in Paris?’, ‘Second Violin’ and ‘Streets of New York’. More Performances: Friday 13th Jun 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Theatre Through TimeNorthern Ireland’s original a cappella group makes a welcome return to bring you on a show-stopping trip through the world of Musical Theatre. ‘Cantilena’ is a diverse group of talented musicians who are each classically trained soloists in their own right. They have been making headlines on the music scene since 2001 with a truly original sound. With a variety of influences from Bach to The Beach Boys, they continue to bring their passion for music to audiences across Ireland. So sit back, relax and be inspired by some of the great composers with their take on Theatre Through Time. More Performances: Saturday 21st Jun 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Celtic ThunderDo you feel a ‘buzz’ when you hear the thunder of Irish jig shoes rolling to the beat of the lambeg drum? Do you get excited when you see world-class dancers performing intricate dance routines to the best traditional music in town? Back by popular demand, this is a celebration of dance, music and song incorporating the talents of young musicians, singers and dancers from the Armagh area, including dancers and musicians who have toured with ‘Riverdance’ and ‘Lord Of The Dance’. The show is being produced, directed and choreographed by local world-class dancers from Armagh city and features Irish dancing with many other local dance forms such as Modern and Scottish dancing. More Performances: Friday 27th Jun 2008 to Saturday 28th Jun 2008 at 8.00pm.
Bastien & BastienneOpera Theatre Company returns to the Market Place Theatre with the enchanting one-act ‘Bastien and Bastienne’. Written in 1768, when Mozart was only twelve, this dramatic love-story is one of Mozart’s earliest operas. Although very young, Mozart already had excellent vocal writing skills and a talent for parody and whimsy that still delights the modern day audience. Bastien and Bastienne are young lovers who are destined to be together – but does the path of true love ever run smoothly? Sung in English with piano accompaniment and directed by Annilese Miskimmon, Bastien and Bastienne stars Opera Theatre Company’s Young Associate Artists’ and this charming 50 minute piece is the perfect introduction to opera. More Performances: Thursday 3rd Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Drama Summer SchemeOne of the main aims of Etcetera is to encourage the enjoyment of theatre and drama among young people. This performance of music, drama and dance is the culmination of a week of workshops. For further details of the scheme contact Mary on 07899 952 805 or go to www.etc-theatre.com. Tickets for the final performance, priced £5.00 [adults] and £3.00 [children] can be booked through The Market Place Theatre Box Office. More Performances: Saturday 5th Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 3.00pm.
Karl Spain & Jarlath ReganKarl Spain was born and still lives Limerick, but he has travelled in between. He has performed his comedy all over the world. He’s probably best known in Ireland for his TV series ‘Karl Spain Wants A Woman’ which was a huge success in that he not only got huge ratings but he also found himself a woman. Apart from his own series he has also performed stand up on television all over the world - The U.S, Australia and even as far away as England. If you like your comedy smart and relentlessly funny then you’ll love Jarlath Regan. A finalist in the BBC and Channel 4 New Comedy Awards at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, today he is recognised as the ‘one to watch’ in the new generation exciting comedians emerging from Ireland. While Jarlath’s alternative brand of new age Irish comedy has been compared to Dylan Moran and Dave Allen, he has a style that is totally original and sure to have you holding your sides. More Performances: Friday 25th Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 9.30pm.
Poetry Reading with Seamus HeaneyFor this very special evening of poetry, the John Hewitt Summer School is privileged to present Armagh Ireland’s best-known and most widely respected living poet, Seamus Heaney, who won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2005. From ‘Death Of A Naturalist’ [1966] to ‘District & Circle’ [2006] Heaney’s poetry collections have been critically acclaimed and feted with numerous awards. There will be a warm welcome for this much-loved Northern poet whose last Armagh poetry reading was over twenty years ago! The Summer School is also delighted to welcome Billy Collins, former Poet Laureate of the United States. A best-selling poet who has done much to demystify poetry for American readers, he has charmed audiences worldwide with his quirky, touching and contemplative poems which have earned both critical respect and popular appeal. More Performances: Monday 28th Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Hugo Hamilton - JHISS ReadingDublin-based Hugo Hamilton is the best-selling author of ‘The Speckled People’, a prize-winning German-Irish memoir which appeared on the New York Times Notable Books list, and of its equally popular sequel, ‘The Sailor In The Wardrobe’. He is also the author of five acclaimed novels. His new novel, ‘Disguise’, is to be published during 2008. More Performances: Monday 28th Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 1.05pm.
Andrew O'Hagan - JHISS ReadingScottish writer, Andrew O’Hagan’s first novel, ‘Our Fathers’, was critically acclaimed and nominated for the Booker, Whitbread and IMPAC awards. His other novels include ‘Personality’, which won the James Tait Memorial Prize for fiction in 2003 and the best-seller, 'Be Near Me', which was on the Booker longlist ion 2007. ‘The Atlantic Ocean’, a new book of his essays on Britain and America, is to be published in June 2008. More Performances: Tuesday 29th Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 1.05pm.
Dylan Thomas - Return JourneyDirected by world-renowned actor Anthony Hopkins from words by Dylan Thomas, this is an opportunity for audiences to experience the electrifying presence of Dylan Thomas's last lecture tour, the last before the White Horse Pub and the legendary seventeenth whiskey. Kingdom's portrayal of his bardic countryman is tangibly heartfelt; audiences could swear it was the poet himself on stage. Blending the stories and the poetry Thomas takes his audience through Wales, past and present, through the natural world, to the one that lies after under Anthony Hopkins' minimalist direction. More Performances: Tuesday 29th Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Martin Hayes & Dennis CahillIrish fiddle virtuoso and TG4 Traditional Musician Of The Year, Martin Hayes, and American guitarist Dennis Cahill have garnered international distinction for taking traditional music to the very edge of the genre, holding listeners spellbound with their slow-building, fiery performances. They have recorded two critically acclaimed albums together on Green Linnet Records, 'The Lonesome Touch' (1997) and 'Live in Seattle' (1999). Touring throughout the U.S. and abroad, Hayes and Cahill have been universally recognized as a powerful force in the music world, grounding themselves in traditional Irish music while incorporating sensibilities from classical, blues and jazz. Together they have performed in concert halls and performing arts centres throughout the world. Early booking is very strongly recommended. More Performances: Wednesday 30th Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 8.30pm.
Lisa Appignanesi - JHISS ReadingBorn in Poland, raised in France and Canada and now resident in England, Lisa Appignanesi is the highly regarded author of ten novels, many of them best-sellers. Among her numerous critically acclaimed non-fiction books are a study of Simone de Beauvoir and an award-winning memoir, ‘Losing the Dead’. Lisa is Deputy Director of the English branch of PEN, the international writers’ organisation More Performances: Wednesday 30th Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 1.05pm.
Chalk & CheeseAcclaimed stand-up comedian, Kevin McAleer, is a comedy genius and a living legend and writes all his own publicity material! He has been writing and performing for live shows, radio and television for over twenty years, and last May Kevin appeared in Stewart Lee’s ‘Ten Best Stand-ups in the World Ever’ at London’s Bloomsbury Theatre. ‘Chalk & Cheese’ was launched at the Edinburgh Fringe and is an every-day tale of paranoia, delusions, hallucinations and pure nonsense! Ordinary events such as eating out, a visit from the postman, a trip to the airport, can be the starting point for epic mental voyages into the back of his own head. Kevin McAleer’s latest comic persona always grabs the wrong end of the stick in every situation … and hangs on for dear life! More Performances: Thursday 31st Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Roisin McAuley - JHISS ReadingOriginally from Co.Tyrone, Roisin McAuley began her hugely successful broadcasting career with BBC Northern Ireland before going on to become a reporter with ‘Newsnight’ and ‘Panorama’. She enjoyed great success and popularity as a writer with the publication of her first novels, ‘Singing Bird’ [2004] and ‘Meeting Point’ [2005]. Roisin will read from her forthcoming novel, ‘Finding Home’. More Performances: Thursday 31st Jul 2008 - One Night Only at 1.05pm.
Widow's Paradise‘Widows’ Paradise’ is set in a caravan somewhere in North Antrim. Five ladies arrive to spend a weekend and they soon discover they have arrived at the wrong caravan when a trio of men return from a fishing expedition to find the ladies encamped. It is now quite late, quite dark and quite muddy so the solution is to spend the night co-habiting in a space divided by a curtain. The return of one of the ladies’ long lost husband and a visit from a local farmer seeking to find his lost bull add to the confusion in this hilarious romp from the pen of Northern Ireland's most popular comedy playwright. Sam Cree creates a laugh every three lines and a belly laugh in every scene of this battle of the sexes which is widely regarded as his best work. More Performances: Friday 1st Aug 2008 to Saturday 2nd Aug 2008 at 8.00pm.
Glenn Patterson - JHISS ReadingSince Belfast-born Glenn Patterson won the Rooney Prize for Irish Literature for ‘Burning Your Own’ [1988], he has had six other acclaimed novels published, the most recent of which, ‘The Third Party’, was praised by Roddy Doyle as ‘intriguing and highly entertaining’. His next novel, ‘Once Upon a Hill: Love in Troubled Times’ is due for publication in late 2008. More Performances: Friday 1st Aug 2008 - One Night Only at 1.05pm.
Inflame - Tara FestivalThe band was formed when a group of Christians came together to pray and were given the vision to start a rock band called 'Inflame' to kindle the fire of Holy Spirit in the lives of others through this unique style of music. More Performances: Friday 8th Aug 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Film Festival Screening - Tara Festival‘Most’ [Czech for ‘The Bridge’] is a beautiful Oscar nominated movie and winner of many prestigious film festivals. It tells the story of the close relationship between a bridge operator [Vladimir Javorsky] and his young son [Lada Ondrej] and the fateful day when both try to head off an impeding rail disaster. More Performances: Friday 8th Aug 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Jewels - Tara FestivalGospel music to stir the souls and passions, the band is fronted by three female soloists and backed by a five-strong band with no less than three keyboard players. More Performances: Saturday 9th Aug 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Chris Mercer - Tara FestivalFemale International Gospel singer /songwriter Chris Mercer’s album ‘Whispers Of His Grace’ has gone around the world achieving a Top Ten in the country charts worldwide. Her voice is described as outstanding, sweet, tender and absolutely convincing and she has been awarded ‘Vocalist Of the Year’ for the last two years by NCM Awards. More Performances: Saturday 9th Aug 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Les Miserables School EditionA musical by ALAIN BOUBLIL and CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHÖNBERG School Edition specially adapted and licensed by JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED on behalf of Music Theatre International and CAMERON MACKINTOSH [OVERSEAS] LIMITED Performed by an outstanding cast of local young people with a professional team of directors, musicians and designers, the world’s biggest musical comes to Armagh for six hugely - anticipated performances. Based on Victor Hugo's novel set during the French Revolution, ‘Les Misérables’ tells the story of Jean Valjean an escaped prisoner who has since turned his life around, become mayor of a small town and adopted an orphaned child. However the past is still chasing Jean, threatening to destroy the life he has worked so hard for. The musical, which has transfixed audiences for well over 20 years on Broadway and on the West End includes songs such as ‘On My Own’; ‘At The End of the Day’; ‘Master of the House’ and ‘Castle on a Cloud’. Book early as we expect the ‘House Full’ signs to be out throughout the run. The production is kindly sponsored by W&G Baird Ltd. More Performances: Monday 18th Aug 2008 to Saturday 23rd Aug 2008 at 7.30pm.
Ardal O'HanlonMulti-award winning comedian and actor Ardal O'Hanlon is back on the road, with his stunning stand up show. Following a hugely successful 2007 where Ardal played to sell-out crowds in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, USA and a hugely popular UK nation-wide tour, Ardal finished up with a stellar Irish homecoming gig and the release of his stand-up DVD 'Ardal O'Hanlon: Live In Dublin'. The star of the hit series ‘Father Ted’, ‘My Hero’ and ‘Blessed’; Ardal's own unique comedy is a spellbinding fusion of off-beat stories and polished material, which make his act an hilarious journey - touched with life enhancing observations and unexpected twists. His sheer originality and talent ensure that there is no other performer like him. More Performances: Saturday 30th Aug 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
The Tailor And Ansty‘The Tailor And Ansty’ by Eric Cross was first published as a book in 1942 and banned shortly afterwards on the grounds of alleged indecency and obscenity. In the ensuing four-day debate in The Senate, one Senator, who claimed to have read all authors ‘from Rabelais down’, said he had never read a ‘finer collection of smut’. The Tailor, Timothy Buckley, was a great storyteller and he and his wife Ansty used to hold court in their cottage near Gougane Barra in West Cork, welcoming all to their fireside. The Tailor never travelled further than Scotland, yet the breadth of the world could not contain the wealth of his humour and fantasy. His stories on marriages, inquests, matchmaking, wakes and their black cow were told to a nightly packed cottage. When the ban was lifted in 1963, Cross's novel about their life was adapted for stage by P.J. O'Connor and was first performed in The Peacock Theatre, Dublin in 1967. This latest production by The New Theatre is directed by Nuala Hayes, with Ronan Wilmot and Nuala Hayes as the eponymous couple. More Performances: Friday 12th Sep 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Jazz Supper Evening with Martello Jazz BandThe Market Place Theatre Jazz Supper Evenings offer the best popular music from the world of jazz accompanied by fantastic food from the theatre's bistro. The music for the evening is provided by The Martello Jazz Band, Ireland's top traditional jazz band, which specialises in New Orleans and Dixieland jazz that is fresh and full of vitality. More Performances: Friday 12th Sep 2008 - One Night Only at 8.30pm.
Linley Hamilton In ConcertLinley Hamilton is an enormously experienced musician having worked with Van Morrison, Paul Brady, Eleanor McEvoy, Jacqui Dankworth and Siobhan Petit. He is also a popular broadcaster on BBC Radio Ulster. Trumpeter Linley plays popular, mellow, modern and accessible jazz, featuring music from the American Songbook to appeal to all tastes. More Performances: Saturday 13th Sep 2008 - One Night Only at 8.30pm.
BBC Big BandRounding off this year’s Jazz Festival is a rare performance by The BBC Big Band, probably best known for its regular Monday night show ‘Big Band Special’, as well as on BBC Radio 3’s ‘Jazz Line Up’. The Band has played with stars such as George Benson, Van Morrison, Georgie Fame, Tony Bennett, George Shearing, Michel Legrand, Phil Woods, Joe Lovano, Cleo Laine, Lalo Schifrin, Michael McDonald, Bob Brookmeyer and Ray Charles. Regularly featuring at major UK venues and on concert tours with major artists has also taken the Band abroad, in addition to its regular studio and concert recordings. The BBC Big Band recently won ‘Best Big Band’ at the 2007 British Jazz Awards. The Band is conducted by Barry Forgie. More Performances: Sunday 14th Sep 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
The Counterfeit Blues BrothersThey're 3106 miles from Chicago, they've got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark and they're wearing sunglasses! They are Ireland’s premier tribute band. Relive the legendary music of Jake & Elwood with this fabulous tribute act and live band. It's one big foot-stompin' hand-clappin' Blues Brothers Party, and everyone's invited! With songs that include 'Everybody Needs Somebody, 'Soul Man', 'Shake A Tailfeather', 'Rawhide' and much, much more. More Performances: Saturday 20th Sep 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Jimeoin On IceInternationally acclaimed as one of live comedy's masters, Portstewart's own Jimeoin makes his eagerly-awaited tour of Ireland. World-class stand-up, pure and simple. And absolutely no messages - it's all just about having a laugh. Early booking is very strongly recommended More Performances: Wednesday 24th Sep 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
Buddy Holly & The CricketersFollowing three previous sell-out shows here at The Market Place Theatre, we are delighted to welcome the return of the ‘Buddy Holly & The Cricketers’ show which has been a hit all over the world. This fast, furious and funny rock ‘n’ rollercoaster of a show is guaranteed to have everyone singing along and dancing in the aisles to such timeless hits as ‘That’ll Be The Day’, ‘Peggy Sue’, ‘It Doesn’t Matter Anymore’, ‘Raining In My Heart’, ‘Oh Boy!’ – and many more. Make your ‘Heartbeat’ a little faster with the show that has thousands of fans the world over saying ‘I can’t believe it’s not Buddy!’ More Performances: Friday 26th Sep 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
The Dead Ringer From HellTHE MEAT LOAF ROCK OPERA WHERE ROCK AND ROLL DREAMS COME TRUE. Meat Loaf meets the West End in this hellish rock opera that is bringing audiences all across the country to their feet. The musical extravaganza tells the story of a young man who crashed and died in the bottom of a pit in the blazing sun after stealing the devil’s motorbike, ‘The Dead Betty’. The devil admired and took pity on the boy and granted him one wish before sending him out of hell and back to the land of the living. The boy told the devil that he wanted to be the biggest rock star in the world and thus ‘The Dead Ringer From Hell’ was re-born and along with the devil’s daughters, ‘The Dead Betty’s’, as his backing group, he has rocked the world ever since! More Performances: Saturday 27th Sep 2008 - One Night Only at 8.00pm.
|
|||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
|
