Geppetto is the story of a lonely old man, who spends his days pottering in his repair shop, half-heartedly fixing broken things, and not being able to move on from his sadness. One night a mysterious and magical visitor comes to Geppetto's shop and with fun and laughter begins to bring him out of his […]
Multi-Award-Winning Irish comedian Conal Gallen is back on tour this year with his hilarious one-man stand-up show. Conal is well known for his hilarious humour and has been entertaining audiences worldwide for over 30 years. He's even had the pleasure of performing in front of the Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales, and several other well-known English pubs! […]
Cork man Chris Kent returns with his brand new show “Back At It”. After a dose of the real world (having gone back to the day job as an electrician), Chris found himself with two jobs and the ridiculous notion of trying to buy a house. It turns out he did not have enough jobs. Something had […]
Duration: 30 mins, followed by post-show discussion with actor. An original one act comedy written by Joel Smith. The play centres around a single character, a Samuel Beckett type figure dealing with the life in which he is present, his mother’s womb, and the one he is preparing to face in the vast world beyond. Apart […]
Duration: 30 mins, followed by post-show discussion with actor. An original one act comedy written by Joel Smith. The play centres around a single character, a Samuel Beckett type figure dealing with the life in which he is present, his mother’s womb, and the one he is preparing to face in the vast world beyond. Apart […]
Laureate na nÓg Patricia Forde is bringing a bus full of children’s writers and illustrators from Malin Head to Mizen Head, working with young readers to imagine new worlds in words and pictures. Be a part of the adventure and join them for this interactive storytelling event. Free but ticketed. Suitable for 5th and 6th […]
Joe the Magician is back! Yes, It’s Joe from RTÉjr’s ‘abraKIDabra’ and ‘Dizzy Deliveries’ This time he’s back to The Hawk’s Well with his brand new show “It’s Magic!” All new impossible magic and illusion that will have children at all ages roaring laughing one minute and in complete awe the next. The show fuses magic, music, special […]
Fred & Alice is a blistering head wreck played at a hilarious pace! It’s not easy to get by in this crazy old world, is it? But Fred and Alice have discovered that all you really need are 2 tennis rackets, disproportionate reactions to minor accidents, an immature coping strategy and each other. Fred & Alice is […]
Victoria Walker Dance presents "One Moment in Time" celebrating the beauty and magic of dance. Our students ages 3yrs to adults can't wait to be back at the Hawk's Well Theatre for the first time since lockdown. Join us for an unforgettable matinee and evening show filled with breathtaking performances and captivating choreography where our talented dancers will transport you […]
Victoria Walker Dance presents "One Moment in Time" celebrating the beauty and magic of dance. Our students ages 3yrs to adults can't wait to be back at the Hawk's Well Theatre for the first time since lockdown. Join us for an unforgettable matinee and evening show filled with breathtaking performances and captivating choreography where our talented dancers will transport you […]
In memory of Palestinian poet and educator Refaat Alareer. Palestinian poet and spoken word artist Rafeef Ziadah brings her powerful catalogue of poetry to the stage featuring selections from her latest album "Three Generations" and earlier works from "We Teach Life". With original musical compositions by Phil Monsour, this sequence of interconnected poems serves as a poignant and personal […]
By the Light of the Silvery Moon featuring Bardic Irish Storyteller Aindrias de Staic is treading in the footsteps of the great Irish storytellers, uncovering ancient pathways, and heralding a new era of Irish storytelling. Strongly influenced by previous bards like Raifteri an Fhíle, Brian Merriman and Aindrias MacCruitín, this storytelling show is a contemporary take on the living tradition of storytelling. Nationally […]
With guest Dr. Tony Bates. WHERE IS MY MIND? is a podcast about how we can better take care of the beauty and the beast that is the human mind in the head-melty chaos of the modern world. It is Hosted by Niall “Bressie” Breslin, one of Ireland’s most formidable and inspiring mental health advocates. Niall holds […]
In this brand new theatre production, Betty Duffy and Cahal Flynn explore a childhood in rural Ireland, reminiscing about a time when old boys told tales by the fire and a story could take you on an adventure. In this one-man show, actor and writer Cahal Flynn explores his own experiences of this stage of our social history, during his childhood […]
Comedic fireball Deirdre O'Kane is mad for road, mercilessly mining hilarity from the human condition. Will she conquer the chaos or revel in it? Tame the mayhem or "O'Kane it"? Either way you're in for a night of relentless laughs fuelled by warped personal insight.
Queen Maeve Festival is delighted to present a performance arranged by Cairde Sligo Arts Festival as part of the May Bank Holiday weekend celebrations to mark the official opening of Queen Maeve Square! From 3pm to 6pm on Saturday May 4th, bring all the family and immerse yourself in a whirlwind of joy at our […]
Queen Maeve Festival presents a walking tour entitled "Exploring Sligo's built heritage" which will take place on Sunday 5th May at 12pm. This will depart from the Famine commemoration monument in Quay Street car park and the route is level throughout with an easy/medium topography to navigate. This walking tour will be delivered by Sean […]
Sarah Middleton's Beat It dance school of Strandhill, Sligo, is coming back this year with a bang! Beat It dance school will be performing a mixture of dance with dancers aged 3-18 yrs, they will include a variety of Lyrical, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Jazz and Breakdancing! All are invited to come along to an evening of joy and infectious […]
Sarah Middleton's Beat It dance school of Strandhill, Sligo, is coming back this year with a bang! Beat It dance school will be performing a mixture of dance with dancers aged 3-18 yrs, they will include a variety of Lyrical, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Jazz and Breakdancing! All are invited to come along to an evening of joy and infectious […]
Sarah Middleton's Beat It dance school of Strandhill, Sligo, is coming back this year with a bang! Beat It dance school will be performing a mixture of dance with dancers aged 3-18 yrs, they will include a variety of Lyrical, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Jazz and Breakdancing! All are invited to come along to an evening of joy and infectious […]
Sarah Middleton's Beat It dance school of Strandhill, Sligo, is coming back this year with a bang! Beat It dance school will be performing a mixture of dance with dancers aged 3-18 yrs, they will include a variety of Lyrical, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Jazz and Breakdancing! All are invited to come along to an evening of joy and infectious […]
Afternoon art sessions recommended for children 6 – 12 years. These May sessions will respond to paintings in The Niland Collection, with a focus on architecture and still life – through looking, making and discussion.
Sarah Middleton's Beat It dance school of Strandhill, Sligo, is coming back this year with a bang! Beat It dance school will be performing a mixture of dance with dancers aged 3-18 yrs, they will include a variety of Lyrical, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Jazz and Breakdancing! All are invited to come along to an evening of joy and infectious […]
To celebrate Bealtaine The Model are offering an informal tour of The Niland Collection Looking Forward, Looking Back. Taking one work as it’s starting point, you are invited on a creative journey around the gallery, followed by brunch in The Model’s café.
