ISSUE 2 WEEK-ENDING 07TH SEPT ‘14
GREETINGS Hi - a warm welcome to you from the Royal Theatre. Very exciting times ahead as more shows have been announced this week - you’ll find information about Christy Moore, the exciting game of wits - the Kube and John B Keane’s The Matchmaker. Watch out for our many Christmas shows including the magnificent Ballet Ireland’s Swan Lake, as pictured. Our team and I look forward to meeting you at the Royal Theatre. Pat Jennings, Artistic Director.
Booking Information Tickets In-Person Royal Theatre Box Office, Westport Road. Ticketmaster outlets nationwide. Tickets by phone 094 902311 or 0818 300 000 Tickets Online: www.royaltheatre.ie or www.ticketmaster.ie Seating or Standing room on Floor area will vary from event to event. Please check with venue for updates.
Royal Theatre Proudly Presents:
MARY BYRNE & DES WILLOUGHBY
Sat 6th Sept, 2014
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Two of Ireland’s finest voices join forces for a concert in the intimate surroundings of the Ruby Room at the Royal Theatre, Castlebar on Saturday 6th September at 8pm. Mary Byrne’s story is the stuff of fairy tales and movies. She is the Tesco supermarket checkout lady, who took a chance in life, and ended up reaching the X Factor semi final. Des Willoughby is regarded as having one of the most natural tenor voices in the country and is making a big impression on the national and international music scene.
............................................... Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Tkts: €22.50
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Royal Theatre Proudly Presents:
BRYAN ADAMS THE BARE BONES TOUR
Tues 16th Sep, 2014
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............................................... Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Tkts: €49.50, €59.50
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Bryan Adams announces that his very special, intimate and highly acclaimed acoustic ‘Bare Bones’ show is to visit Castlebar this September. As Canada’s best-known ambassador, Bryan Adams has spent the last three decades making music history. He has sold over 65 million records, toured six continents and achieved #1 status in over 40 countries around the world. With hits like, ‘Summer of 69’, ‘Run To You’ and ‘Heaven’, Adams status as one of the greats, is solidified.
Mid West Radio Presents:
HOSPICE COFFEE MORNING Thurs 18th Sep, 2014
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............................................... Doors 9am, Show 11am Tkts: €10
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Join us in The Royal Theatre for Midwest Radio’s Hospice Coffee Morning on Thurs 18th September. This is Ireland’s biggest coffee morning and it’s fun-filled with entertainment, while also fund-raising for your local hospice. If you’ve never been to this annual event then make a date to join us this year. You arrive at 9am and you’re treated to piping hot coffee and a scrummy biscuit! At 11am we ask you to take your seat for our special 2-hour variety concert featuring the best in music, song, dance and comedy. Tickets are available by posting a cheque/postal order payable to the hospice of your choice.
Royal Theatre Proudly Presents:
BETH NIELSEN CHAPMAN
RUTH TRIMBLE
SUPPORT: RUTH TRIMBLE Sat 20th Sept, 2014
.............................................. From writing hits for other artists (Willie Nelson, Elton John) to recording her own, twice Grammy-nominated Beth Nielsen Chapman has truly embraced musical diversity. Chapman’s prowess at writing in a wide range of styles shines through on this collection. It is also clear that this Nashvillebased singer-songwriter has a whole lot of fun performing these songs, and has no trouble bringing them home and making them her own once again.
............................................... Doors 8pm, Show 9pm. Tkts: â‚Ź22.90. Ruby Room
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Royal Theatre Proudly Presents:
AMERICAN WRESTLING RAMPAGE GET READY TO RUMBLE!
Fri 26th Sep, 2014
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............................................... Doors 7pm, Show 8pm
Tkts: €20, Tier €30, Ringside €30 (ltd no. of tickets)
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American Wrestling Rampage (AWR) crashes into Castlebar with lots of fastpaced, hard-hitting action from the hottest Wrestling promotion around! See big name stars direct from the USA perform up close and personal. And what’s more, fans have an opportunity to MEET THE WRESTLERS as well. AWR will deliver an EXTREME RULES match where anything goes! Don’t miss your opportunity to see this special match LIVE!
Royal Theatre Proudly Presents:
MORRISSEY AND MARSHALL Sat 27th Sep, 2014
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They are two of the best harmony singers I’ve ever heard” Damien Dempsey
............................................... Doors 8pm, Show 9pm Tkts: €13.75 Ruby Room
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www.royaltheatre.ie
Darren Morrissey and Greg Marshall are the unlikely lads that everyone likes. An Irish duo of no fixed haircut, whose gloriously uplifting harmony folk-pop songs have swept aside all obstacles in their path, they have been compared to such giants of the genre as Simon and Garfunkel and the Everly Brothers. Their album ‘And So It Began’ is a feast of folk melody, pop harmony and lyrical insight. It has an uplifting quality and a gently persistent, spiritual dimension.
Royal Theatre Proudly Presents:
Julie Feeney Sat 4th Oct, 2014
............................................... Sharp witted, unpretentious and fiercely passionate, Julie Feeney is a genuine artist and a hugely enjoyable performer. Julie Feeney’s sell-out shows on both sides of the Atlantic have received rave reviews, whether solo, with ensemble, with choirs or with full orchestra, and she composes, arranges and orchestrates all of her own music. Her three albums have been critically acclaimed internationally and she has created a whole host of stunning music videos to accompany them.
............................................... Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Tkts: â‚Ź20
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Royal Theatre Proudly Presents:
MARIO ROSENSTOCK’S
GIFT GRUB LIVE 3 Sat 4th Oct, 2014
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José’s Back! Roy’s Back!! Mario’s Back!!! Following the phenomenal sold out nationwide tours of 2010 (GIFT GRUB LIVE) and 2012 (GIFT GRUB LIVE 2) with sales of 100,000 tickets, Mario Rosenstock is delighted to announce a brand new stage show for 2014 at the Royal Theatre – MARIO ROSENSTOCK GIFT GRUB LIVE 3. Mario Rosenstock Gift Grub Live 3 Premiered in April before embarking on a major nationwide tour throughout 2014, including a date here at The Royal Theatre this coming October 4th.
............................................... Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Tkts: €35
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www.royaltheatre.ie
An Evening of Nostalgia
Brendan Bowyer and his Band Sun 5th Oct, 2014
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Famous for his shows in Las Vegas, the legendary Brendan Bowyer and his Band will perform all of his many hits in this concert of pure nostalgia. Brendan, today, has the same high energy for which he was renowned for in the exciting days of The Royal Showband and The Big Eight. Special guest on the night will be his daughter Aisling, who has her own highly rated show in Las Vegas.
............................................... Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Tkts: €27.65
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The stature of the The Royal Showband was phenomenal - the Beatles played support when The Royal Showband toured Britain, having been voted Britain’s Most Outstanding Dance Band on BBC Television’s Come Dancing in 1962. ‘The Hucklebuck’ which was the biggest of Brendan’s 6 Number 1 hits, went Platinum internationally. The band’s documentary movie The One Nighters received a special award at The Cork Film Festival in 1963. His come-back album Follow On was Record of the Month in Hot Press.
An Evening of Nostalgia
The Matchmaker Sat 11th Oct, 2014
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............................................... Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Tkts: €20
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One of Ireland’s greatest comic talents Jon Kenny joins the legendary Irish actor Mary McEvoy in a revival of Michael Scott’s iconic production of The Matchmaker. John B Keane’s hilarious hit play follows the efforts of Dicky Mick Dicky O’Connor to make matches for the lonely and lovelorn from all parts of the country. At the centre of this celebrated production is John B’s marvellous and mischievous wit coupled by his unparalleled way with words. John B Keane takes us back to a simpler time, when even phones were few and far between and the only web was one left behind by spiders!
Boots Castlebar Presents:
THE KUBE Fri 17th Oct, 2014
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............................................... Doors 7.30pm, Show 8.15pm Tkts: â‚Ź22.65
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So, have you got what it takes to beat the Kube? Boots Castlebar, in conjunction with the Royal Theatre, will be hosting The Kube and bringing an evening of fantastic entertainment to Castlebar, while raising some much needed funds for the Irish Cancer Society. The Kube is based on the concept of the popular ITV game show, hosted by Philip Schofield, where contestants are asked to complete a number of games that test their nerve, ability and determination. We are looking for 42 contestants to take part on the night. One lucky winner will take 1st prize of â‚Ź1,000!
The Royal Theatre Presents:
THE DRIFTERS Sun 26th Oct, 2014
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............................................... Doors 8pm, Show 9pm Tkts: €33.50
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The Drifters have seen massive chart success across the World with over 114 million album sales and 214 million single sales, with a vast catalogue of hits. The current lineup of Michael Williams, Ryan King, Damion Charles and Daniel BowenSmith are looking forward to the Optimum World Tour 2014 with great excitement. This tour is a fast moving and exciting production that will showcase The Drifters sound signature of four part vocal harmonies at its best. Fans can expect a set-list loaded with 60 years of massive hits such as ‘Up On The Roof’, ‘Stand By Me’, ‘Under The Boardwalk’ and many, many more.
Royal Theatre Proudly Presents:
IMELDA MAY Sun 14th Dec, 2014
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............................................... Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Tkts: €35 / €39.50
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Ireland’s reigning queen of rockabilly, Imelda May, has announced that she will perform at The Royal Theatre on Sun 14th December. The truly unique Imelda has returned with her album TRIBAL, which reached No.1 in the Irish album charts. Far from mellowing with motherhood, Imelda sizzles more than ever with her leather-clad attitude, returning with a brand new album of hard-edged anthems. She will also be back on TV screens on Sun 7 September as The Imelda May Show returns to RTE. One.
Royal Theatre Proudly Presents:
CHRISTY MOORE
WITH MÁIRTÍN O’CONNOR CATHAL HAYDEN, JIM HIGGINS & SEAMIE O’DOWD
Fri 2nd Jan, 2015
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Christy Moore will be kicking off 2015 with a very special performance at The Royal Theatre on Fri 2nd January 2015. Christy will be joined by a band of four musicians with whom he has been tentatively arranging his songs with; Máirtín O’Connor (accordion), Cathal Hayden (fiddle/banjo), Seamie O’Dowd (guitar) and Jimi Higgins (percussion). Anyone who has caught the band performing with Christy at select shows over the last year (including Live at the Marquee & The Iveagh Gardens) will testify what a special performance this is.
............................................... Doors 7pm, Show 8pm Tkts: €39.50/€44.50
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Booking Information Tickets In-Person Royal Theatre Box Office, Westport Road. Ticketmaster outlets nationwide. Tickets by phone 094 902311 or 0818 300 000 Tickets Online: www.royaltheatre.ie or www.ticketmaster.ie Seating or Standing room on Floor area will vary from event to event. Please check with venue for updates.