BOOKING INFORMATION The Theatre Royal accepts bookings in person, by phone or online. All ticket prices include €1 transaction fee as laid down by Theatre Royal. Phone: 051 874 402 In person: Payment is accepted by cash, cheque, laser, debit or credit card. Online: You can book your tickets online 24 hours a day at www.theatreroyal.ie – y ou can also select your seat from an interactive map.
BOX OFFICE OPENING HOURS: Tuesday to Friday: 10am – 4pm (10am – 8pm on performance days) Saturday: 12pm – 4pm (to 8pm on performance days) Sundays & Bank Holidays: Box Office opens one hour before the performance for ticket collection. CONCESSIONS Concessions for OAP’s, Students, Unwaged, and children are available for some productions. The availability, amount discounted, and production applicable to is decided on by each individual producer and not the Theatre Royal. I.D. for all concessions will be requested at time of booking or at time of collection. WIT students are entitled to a special WIT price on most shows on presentation of their card. DISCOUNTS FOR GROUPS Group bookings are available for shows at the Theatre Royal. Contact the Box Office for further information. Groups of 10 or more are entitled to at least 10% discount, depending on the production. ACCESS The Theatre Royal is an accessible venue with ramp access, loop induction, wheelchair seats and adapted toilets. We would ask wheelchair users to book directly with the box office rather than online to ensure that we accommodate you appropriately. Latecomers may not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance. REFUNDS AND EXCHANGES The Theatre Royal can issue refunds to customers, please contact Box Office for assistance. THEATRE ROYAL BAR Why not relax and enjoy a pre-show drink. Select wines, soft drinks, bottled beers, tea and coffee are available from 7pm on performance evenings. The bar will be closed during the performance and patrons may not return until the interval. You can also pre-order your interval drink before the show which will be ready for collection in the vestibule at the interval. THEATRE ROYAL CAFE Open all week for homemade treats and the finest view on The Mall.
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THEATRE ROYAL FRIENDS Theatre Royal greatly appreciates and wishes to thank the following businesses and individuals for choosing to support our Friends Scheme. A rich and vibrant arts culture is at the heart of the development of our city and region and becoming involved in our Friends Scheme enables you to support that cultural development while enjoying the benefits associated.
Donal & Clare Brazil Ronan Brazil Eva Counihan Tom O’Brien Monica Leech
Redmond O Donoghue Constance Sheridan Stephanie Taheny Nora & Jack Widger John & Phyllis Caulfield
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Frances Black & Kieran Goss – Reunion
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Friday 5th January 8pm €28.50
Since the days of their partnership, both Frances and Kieran have enjoyed huge international success in their respective solo careers, but it was the inspired pairing of these two unique talents as a duo in the early nineties that first caught the imagination of the Irish public. Last year’s tour not only sold out venues all around the country, it also showed that the duo hadn’t lost any of their magic.
Jack L Our National Treasure, the great Jack L, returns to the Theatre Royal, Waterford, for another knock-out show. This will be Jack’s 6th year in a row to play at this time of year and we are really looking forward to having him back.
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Saturday 6th January 8pm €22/€20 conc.
The High Kings
Date: Thursday 11th January Time: 8pm Price: €28.50
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To say that The High Kings are charting a new course for Irish ballad music – equal parts rousing and reflective, energetic and insightful – is an understatement. They are, essentially, marking out a new and bright era for Irish folk music, and aiming to bring a broad demographic along for the journey. The High Kings have vowed to continue for another decade following the departure of Martin Furey and their first ‘Best Of ’ collection ‘DECADE’ had a global release in November 2017.
King Lear – Shakespear Review 2018
Date: Tuesday 16th – Thursday 18th January Time: 8pm Price: €9
This bold and exciting 90-minute performance of selected pieces from King Lear helps students gain a deeper understanding of Shakespeare’s iconic masterpiece. Presented by the Theatre Royal team we aim to lift the play off the page and onto the stage, making it accessible for students as they start their exam revision.
Foil, Arms & Hog – Oink
Date: Friday 19th & Saturday 20th January Time: 8pm Price: €26
Former children and regular eaters Foil Arms & Hog are back with a nationwide tour of their new show. OinK is a fast paced sketch show featuring a collection of songs for the elderly, a baggage handler’s interpretive dance and a shop that naively only sells balaclavas. Best known for their YouTube videos (50 million online hits), their live show is what they’re most proud of. ‘’Quite simply, a sensation’’ - Edinburgh Festivals Magazine
Charlie Landsborough
Date: Friday 26th January Time: 8pm Price: €31
Charlie is generally recognised and categorised as a country singer, however, country music is only one part of his live show and music catalogue. Winner of ‘Best Songwriter’, ‘Best Song’, ‘Best Male Vocalist’ & ‘International Country Album’ Charlie’s talent and chart-topping records received the ultimate recognition in 2011 when he was inducted into the British Country Music Hall of Fame. Join us for a memorable evening of beautiful ballads, folk, blues, country, rock ‘n’ roll, pop, gospel and anthems.
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The Bob Dylan Band Celebrate Dylan’s music with a high energy approach to songs from the prolific periods of his writing from the 60’s to the present. With some initial acoustic songs, most of the show is the full band, with original arrangements and inspired covers of Dylan’s great songs. The musicians are at the top of their art and together provide a fabulous show. Date: Time: Price:
Friday 2nd February 8pm €17/€15 conc.
The Legend of Luke Kelly
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Saturday 3rd February 8pm €21/€19 conc.
Celebrating the memory and music of a true Irish musical legend. Dublin singer/songwriter/multiinstrumentalist Chris Kavanagh was raised on Irish music and his love and passion for Luke Kelly’s music led him to learn to play the 5 string long neck banjo in 2001. His singing talents capture the depth and passion of the great man he was so heavily influenced by. He is joined by other accomplished musicians and all consider it a great honour to bring Luke’s memory back to the stage.
Oh What A Night – Shane Nolan and Jersey Guys Pay Homage to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
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Sunday 4th February 8pm €21
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Celebrating all the hits by Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons. Fantastic vocal harmonies and dance moves featuring star of the West End and son to Shane Richie and Coleen Nolan – Shane Nolan
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Date: Tue 6th February, 9:30am & 1:30pm/Wed 7th, 10am Price: €12 For information on the 2019 Macbeth Review for 6th years and for information on the 2019 5th year Shakespeare offering please contact Anouschka on 051 874402, tickets@theatreroyal.ie
Icarus Theatre Collective presents Macbeth Performances of one of Shakespeare’s masterpieces will enable 5th year English students to see a full-length performance of the play prior to the Macbeth Review in 2019. Icarus creates theatre that is kinetic, intellectual, and visceral: Theatre that moves. The company chooses to relish what others shy away from, show what others daren’t; destroy boundaries when others would create rules. The company explores the beauty of the text and skill of the actor to consider harsh, brutal themes with a modern examination of Theatre of the Absurd in classic and contemporary storytelling.
Magical Mozart by Candlelight
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Wednesday 7th February 8pm €24/€22 conc.
From the producers of A Viennese Strauss Gala, this sumptuous fully costumed show immerses us in the wonderful music and the classical baroque world of one of the world’s greatest romantic composersWolfgang Amadeus Mozart. With beautiful settings, costumes, lighting, and of course candles, the European Baroque Ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the 18th century past. A packed programme of classical music and song, which includes excerpts from the most memorable of Mozart’s operas.
Pat Shortt – How’s Tings?
Date: Saturday 10th February Time: 8pm Price: €29
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How’s Tings? Fresh from the success of his award-winning show, Selfie, Pat Shortt returns with a brand new show called How’s Tings? In a night of music and mayhem, Ireland’s most popular comedian explores all sorts of tings. Big tings and little tings. Personal tings and tings that are not so personal. Important international tings and tings that only affect the parish. In Shortt, it’s a funny show about tings.
My Funny Valentine
Date: Time: Price:
Wednesday 14th February 8pm €25/€22 conc.
Earlybird Offer €22/€20 ends 22nd January
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved one in the company of some of Ireland’s finest musicians. ‘My Funny Valentine’ celebrates some of the world’s best loved songs and melodies. Hear jazz classics, pop ballads, classical masterpieces and unforgettable numbers from stage & screen performed by Ireland’s foremost trumpet player Niall O’Sullivan. Niall will be joined on stage with his band and vocalists Shóna & Simon Morgan. Check out all the local restaurants in our brochure and let us make an early bird booking on your behalf.
Smashing Times Theatre Company presents
The Woman Is Present
Date: Time: Price:
Thursday 15th February 8pm €17/€15 conc.
The Woman is Present: Women’s Stories of WWII is a creative re-imagining of moments from the lives of women during WWII recalling stories of bravery, sacrifice and love amidst the horror of war, as women stood up against Fascism and Yotalitarianism and refused to accept oppression. The performance is followed by a post-show discussion with the artists and invited guest speakers to explore powerful women’s stories in history and themes of gender equality and peace. Suppported by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
An Evening With Niamh Kavanagh
Date: Friday 16th February Time: 8pm Price: €19
Date Night with Niamh Kavanagh and Paul Megahey (The Illegals). Join Niamh Kavanagh as she celebrates the 25th anniversary of her Eurovision win with a retrospective of special songs from the course of her extensive career. Expect familiar favourites interpreted in Niamh’s inimitable fashion, and accompanied by guitarist Paul Megahey. An intimate evening of gorgeous sounds awaits, with a sprinkle of chat and craic for good measure!
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The Nualas: Glam Slam! They are back in the ring for a glittering bout of knockout, body slamming comedy gold. They dance like a butterfly and sing like a bee, they’ll have you flat out on the mat with laughter, they will literally punch you right in the kisser with their gloves of gags and gaiety. Don’t miss this slug fest of musical genius from Ireland’s First Ladies of Comedy. Date: Time: Price:
Saturday 17th February 8pm €20/€18 conc.
Dirtbirds Live
Date: Friday 23rd February Time: 8pm Price: €19/€17 conc. Earlybird Offer €17/€15 ends 16th February
Dirtbirds internet sensation are landing in Waterford for one night only! Don’t miss this hilarious, laugh a minute comedy show. Catch north siders Carmel and Debs as they chat about life, love and the ever changing size of Kim Kardashian’s arse. South side sickeners Eleanor and Emer will be competing about everything whilst pretending their lives are sooo amazing and of course the not so beautiful beauty bloggers Dee and Andrea will be giving their latest beauty ‘tips from da town’. A brilliant girls night out!
The Man in Black
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Saturday 24th February 8pm €25
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The No. 1 Johnny Cash Tribute “The Man In Black” returns to Ireland for a short tour. After a completely sold out trip in 2017, FANS CLAMOURED FOR A RETURN VISIT. So here he comes again. Featuring Terry Lee Goffee and his band, this is one show you won’t want to miss. He sings like Johnny and he looks like Johnny and he performs just like the great man, with energy, charisma and vitality!
Foster & Allen in Concert
Date: Thursday 1st March Time: 8pm Price: €31
Foster and Allen are a musical duo from Ireland consisting of Mick Foster and Tony Allen. Copious amounts of Blarney charm and Celtic tunes from this evergreen Irish folk duo who celebrated their 25th Anniversary in Millennium year. Irish duo Mick Foster and Tony Allen have album sales in excess of 18 million copies. They have toured the world, performing for audiences of all ages and cultures. Most recently they have teamed up with Ireland’s No.1 Entertainer Nathan Carter to release their new single and video “Burning Bridges”. It’s a collaboration of the Classic Status Quo Hit song and the video was recorded in the cities of Derry and Belfast.
David Flynn
Date: Friday 2nd March Time: 8pm Price: €21
David Flynn is back by popular demand with his critically acclaimed show that promises to be one of the musical highlights of 2018. With his superb live band featuring some of Ireland’s leading musicians, together with some amazing special guests, David will take you on a wonderful musical journey performing some of his huge repertoire of songs including his new Waterford Anthem and latest single “My County she is Calling”. A David Flynn concert is a musical experience not to be missed.
Royal Moscow Ballet – The Sleeping Beauty
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Saturday 3rd March 2pm & 8pm Adults: €30 Children under 16: €27.50
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Embarking on their very first performance at the Theatre Royal, the internationally renowned Royal Moscow Ballet brings every child’s favourite fairytale to the Waterford stage. This is the classic story of love and innocence, mystery and magic set to Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score. Experience stunning choreography, breath-taking costumes and vibrant sets which will transport you straight into this fairytale world and let The Royal Moscow Ballet make this fairtytale come to life right before your eyes at the – Theatre Royal.
SOLAS – Dance for Life 2018 Following on from the hugely successful event in 2017 Dance for Life, supported by Schivo Medical, takes place on Friday 9th March. Over 40 amateur dancers will learn ballroom and Latin moves as well as an energetic group dance over 10 weeks in the run up to this night. All funds raised support the Solas Cancer Support Centre. Date: Friday 9th March Time: 8pm Price: €22
Neil Delamere – Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Pensioner One day Neil’s dad asked him to help deliver the Meals on Wheels. He agreed. Little did they know that their lives would never be the same again. Except for the bits of their lives that didn’t change. Date: Saturday 10th March Time: 8pm Price: €24
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The Golden Years with Frank Ryan
Date: Time: Price:
Sunday 11th March 8pm €20/€18
“The Golden Years” is about singing! We have searched back over a hundred years to find the songs that have that special “Singalong” ingredient. And don’t worry if you have forgotten the words. They will be up there on the screen so you can relax and enjoy the fun. Ireland’s most popular tenor, Frank Ryan, will be joined by thrilling young soprano Sarah O’Mahony in a melody filled presentation that will take you back to a more gracious time. Come along … and bring your voices with you!
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Robert C. Kelly presents It’s Wine O’Clock
Date: Tuesday 13th & Wednesday 14th March Time: 8pm Price: €26 Earlybird Offer €24 ends 5th February
You are cordially invited to the wackiest, funniest wedding of the year.South Armagh farmer’s wife, Vera, is thrilled that her son, Seamus, is getting hitched, but – surprise, surprise – not everything is going to plan. A riotous rabble of larger-than-life characters will be joining Seamus and his blushing bride for a shindig that’s slosh-a-block with drink all fuelled by the ‘Winebulance’. Ireland’s greatest wedding band ‘Keep ‘er Lit’, have arrived to provide a tune or two on the dancefloor.
Verdant & Pemberley Productions presents Private Peaceful
by Michael Morpurgo
Date: Time: Price:
Thursday 15th March 12pm & 7:30pm Public: €16 – €13 Schools: €10
Following on from the worldwide success of Michael Morpurgo’s best selling book, film and stage play War Horse, Simon Reade adapts and directs a stage version of Morpurgo’s award-winning book, Private Peaceful. Private Peaceful is a reminder of the heroic sacrifices that were made by those involved in World War 1. The play highlights the dreadful horrors of war while celebrating the joyfulness of life, both bound together in this magnificent one-man theatre production.
Mick Flannery
Date: Saturday 17th March Time: 8pm Price: €21
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Mick Flannery is widely regarded as one of the finest singer-songwriters to come out of Ireland in recent years. An award winning- double platinum selling artist, Mick has released five albums to date. He became the first Irish musician to ever win awards at the International Songwriting Competition in Nashville, aged 19. His critically acclaimed live performances have seen him sell out shows in Ireland’s Olympia Theatre and Cork Opera House.
Christy Moore (Solo) Theatre Royal are delighted to welcome Christy Moore, for what promises to be a very intimate and enjoyable gig. Christy Moore is an Irish folk singer, songwriter and guitarist. He is one of the founding members of Planxty and Moving Hearts. His first album, Paddy on the Road was recorded with Dominic Behan in 1969. In 2007, he was named as Ireland’s greatest living musician in RTÉ’s People of the Year Awards. Date: Friday 23rd & Saturday 24th March Time: 8pm Price: €41
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Jerusalem Tomorrow – A Mystery Play
Date: Wednesday 28th March Time: 8pm Price: €16/€14
Jerusalem Tomorrow is a radical reimagining of Mark’s Gospel set in contemporary times. Actors, singers and musicians tell the story of the life and death of one man in the words and stories of those who knew him. Jerusalem Tomorrow is a mystery play for the twentyfirst century. Adapted for the stage from Mark’s Gospel by John MacKenna with James Gormley, Katie Jacques; Angela Keogh and John MacKenna.
Rubberbandits – Loot Roosters Theatre Royal welcomes back Rubberbandits fresh from a sell out run in London’s Soho Theatre. The Rubberbandits bring their new show Loot Roosters to Waterford.
Date: Friday 30th March Time: 8pm Price: €26
Expect brand new songs, and bizarre comedy.
A Night Spent “Dirty Dancing” This show pays homages to the greatest soundtrack in history and is often copied but never equaled. Over two hours of non stop hits, this is the premier concert celebration of all the iconic music from the Dirty Dancing plus most ‘chick fliks’ and dance movie soundtracks of all time. An all singing, all dancing, high energy, fun concert spectacular. Date: Time: Price:
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Wednesday 4th April 8pm €21
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Savee Entertainment presents
Jake Carter
Date: Time: Price:
Thursday 5th April 8pm €19
Jake has quickly established himself as the next big thing on the Irish pop music scene and has wowed audiences across the country with his energetic live performances which usually end with mob’s of teenage girls all trying to get their two seconds with the Liverpool heartthrob. Jake has achieved a lot in a very short period with national radio play for his last two single releases, numerous TV appearances as well as securing a top rating weekly TV show, which airs from January 2018.
Tommy Tiernan – Under the Influence
Date: Friday 6th, Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th April Time: 8pm Price: €29
As if receiving instructions from a strange and distant star, Tommy Tiernan takes to the stage refusing to take anything seriously. Let our struggles be mocked and our cares abandoned. If anything the glint in his eye is more mischievous than ever and his delight in making people laugh has increased. This new show is all about the heroism of everyday life and the huge effort it takes just to survive the ordinary.
A Celebration of John Denver
Date: Time: Price:
Thursday 12th April 8pm €21
Join us to celebrate the life of John Denver and sing along to his most memorable hits performed by the renowned Wayne Denton and his talented musicians with AV footage throughout. ‘A Celebration of John Denver’ will take you on a magical journey through the musical career of John Denver, featuring popular hits such as ‘Leaving on a Jet Plane’, ‘Rocky Mountain High’ and title track ‘Take Me Home Country Roads’. This is a presentation that will lift the hearts of all music lovers everywhere!
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Geva Theatre Center, New York
presents Mother (and me)
Date: Friday 13th – Saturday 14th April Time: 8pm Price: €17 Earlybird Offer €16/€15 ends 12th March
Mother (and me) is a heartfelt and hilarious story about the complex relationships between mothers and daughters. Melinda, an ex-Broadway dancer is finally married…at 45! She’s more than ready to settle into life with her new husband when a phone call from her brother sounds the alarm, ‘something is up with Mom.’ Ilene or ‘Attila the Hun-garian,’ as Melinda calls her has always been a handful but now, she’s off the charts – and the role reversal ride no child wants to get on, is about to begin! This award winning show begs the question: How do you parent an over the top parent?
Little Red Riding Hood
Date: Time: Price:
Sunday 15th April 3pm €12/€40 Family of 4
This colourful, fast-paced all singing and dancing show is a fun and gentle re-telling of the classic fairy-tale of Little Red Riding Hood. Children will have great fun joining in on the action, singing songs and playing games and meeting some amazing characters in this original show, written especially for this touring spectacle. With beautiful costumes, stunning stage sets and hilarious characters this a fun-packed show not to be missed!
Chicago Blues Greats by Paddy Smith Band
Date: Friday 20th April Time: 8pm Price: €25
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Paddy Smith is an amazing harmonica player with a style all of his own. His influences no doubt include his time in the USA, where he played in the famous “House of Blues” in Chicago. His music is of the highest standard with an excellent fusion of blues, pop and techno.
Route 66 Big Band
Date: Time: Price:
Saturday 21st April 8pm €21/€19
Route 66 16 piece Big Band are delighted to bring their Big Band Live in Concert Show to the Theatre Royal for the first time. Their programme takes the audience on a musical trip from the big band era of the 40’s right up to date including numbers made famous by Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Adele, Tina Turner, Tom Jones, Joe Dolan, Amy Winehouse and many more and has something to please all tastes and ages.
Dr Dolittle
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Sunday 22nd April 3pm €12/€40 Family of 4
Riverbank Productions tells the exciting story of Dr Dolittle whose parrot , Polynesia teaches him to speak to animals! A monkey arrives from Africa and asks him for help to cure a colony of monkeys from a dreadful disease. Accompanied by trusty friends, Dab-Dab the duck, Gub Gub the pig, Too Too the owl and Jip the dog, the Doctor embarks on an unforgettable journey. Meet Princess Bumpo, some swarthy pirates and a short sighted horse! Featuring new songs, plus sing-along favourites, humour and joining in, Dr Dolittle is the ideal show for families, especially with children aged 5 to 10.
Fishamble Theatre Company
presents Maz and Bricks
Date: Tuesday 24th April Time: 8pm Price: €18/€16
Fishamble’s Maz and Bricks tells the story of two young people who meet over the course of a day in Dublin. Maz is attending a ‘Repeal the 8th’ demonstration, while Bricks is going to meet the mother of his young daughter. As the day unfolds, the two become unlikely friends, changing each other in ways they never thought possible. “Marvellous theatre… as beautiful a piece of insight and writing as I’ve seen in a very long time… extraordinary…“- Sunday Independent
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The Lords of Strut
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Thursday 26th April 7.30pm Kids €10/Adults €15/ €40 Family of 4
All their lives, Sean and Seamus have wanted to be famous. To get there they need to make the perfect dance routine, and they need your help. In this dance fantasy adventure two brothers rock out some banging moves, run into trouble, have a few tantrums, cause a teensy bit of mayhem and find out if fame is really what they’re looking for after all. Lords of Strut deliver their most ridiculous and sublime family show to date. Riproaringly funny, fantastically bizarre, and absolute legends! Suitable for 6 +
Rise Productions presents
The Good Father
Date: Friday 27th April Time: 8pm Price: €19/€17
New Year’s Eve. A house party like any other, in a suburb like any other. Two very different strangers meet, each looking for a new start and to shake off the disappointments of the past. But champagne, cheap lager and their chance encounter leads this unlikely couple to an unplanned pregnancy. Against all odds, can they make their newfound family a success? Winner of the Stewart Parker Award, this heartfelt, moving drama charts their journey of love, loss, and redemption.
Legends of American Country
Date: Saturday 28th April Time: 8pm Price: €25
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The 2018 tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard and Kenny Rogers and 4 brand new tributes to icons George Jones, Charley Pride, Patsy Cline and Don Williams in this must see extravaganza. The show features four fantastic singers who are all backed by the superb Country Storm Band and coupled with an authentic stage set that will transport you all the way to Nashville and back.
Waterford Musical Society presents Fiddler on the Roof Award winning and critically acclaimed Waterford Musical Society return to the Theatre Royal with the classic Musical, Fiddler on the Roof. With music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and book by Joseph Stein, it is set in the small village of Anetevka in 1905 imperialist Russia.
Date: Time: Price:
Wednesday 2nd – Saturday 5th May 8pm €21/€20 (restricted view)
The story centres on Tevye, the father of five daughters and his attempts to maintain his Jewish, religious and cultural traditions, as outside influences encroach upon the family’s lives. Tevye must cope with the strong-willed actions of his three older daughters, who wish to marry for love. Fiddler on the Roof encompasses all the essential ingredients of a great stage musical. A strong storyline with moving & intense characters, moments of great humour and an exploration into the best of the human spirit. With timeless & classic songs such as “If I were a Rich Man”, “Tradition” and “Sunrise, Sunset” Waterford’s reputable, 100% local theatre group bring you a show which is an unmissable dramatic tour de force, for old and young alike. Not to be missed!
Albert Lee & His Electric Band
Date: Time: Price:
Sunday 6th May 8pm €26/€23
Albert Lee played with many artists but his most acclaimed performance, however, was Eric Clapton’s “Just One Night “and the following tour. Albert Lee is a two-time Grammy Award winner, won with Brad Paisley and Earl Scruggs, and was nominated three more times. Albert was also a member of the UK band Hogan’s Heroes, and spent many years touring with Bill Wyman’s band, the Rhythm Kings. In 2017 Albert was recognised by The Americana Music Association UK for his contribution to the genre over his long career when he was presented with the Trailblazer Award.
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Strictly Come Dancing Giovanni Pernice – Born to Win
Date: Monday 7th May Time: 8pm Price: Stalls & Dress Circle (unrestricted view): €32/€30, Stalls & Dress Circle (restrickted view): €26/€24, Upper Circle : €22/€20
in aid of Focus Ireland prize Grand €1000!
‘Strictly Come Dancing’ professional, Giovanni Pernice, is heading back out on tour in 2018, after 2017’s sell out spectacular. Giovanni will be joined by seven more professional dancers from Dancing with the Stars worldwide. Get ready for glitzy costumes, amazing routines and another beautiful story. The show is produced once more by Strictly Theatre Co. A limited number of VIP tickets are available for €50, they include a post show meet and greet with Giovanni plus a signed programme.
Waterford’s Got Talent – for FOCUS Ireland
Semi final
Thursday 10th May
Grand final
Auditions
Saturday 12th May
11am - 5pm Sunday 15th April
Live finals! Tickets €20
Central Arts Central Hall Parade Quay Waterford City
Under 12’s €10
www.theatreroyal.ie
Tel: 051 874 402
To Register
Contact Cathryn 086 604 2854 | cathryn.oleary@focusireland.ie CHY 7220
Date: Time: Price:
Thursday 10th & Saturday 12th May 8pm €20 Adults/ €10 Children Under 12
For the 2nd year running Focus Ireland is calling on Waterford’s top talent to audition to raise vital funds and awareness for homeless services across the city and county in 2018. “Waterford’s Got Talent” is open to all ages and talents so whether you are a musician, singer, magician, dancer or impersonator – the charity is urging everyone to take part in this very special event. The competition is free to enter and the winner will walk away with a top cash prize of €1,000. To take part please contact Cathryn O’Leary on cathryn.oleary@focusireland.ie or 086 6042854.
CAT (The Play)
Date: Friday 11th May Time: 8pm Price: €15
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CAT (the play) – A dark comedy by Richard Hardwick & Jamie Beamish. Performed by Richard Hardwick CAT is the story of ‘Dave the Cat’, how he was sacked from the original production of the musical ‘Cats’ on opening night, and how he has never quite recovered. As he stands on stage in his ‘magnificent’ cat costume, he lets us into a world of backstage drama, romance and intrigue, but as his story begins to unfold, his world becomes a much darker place. Featuring original songs supposedly cut from several ALW shows and never before heard on stage (don’t tell Andrew).
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Phoenix Theatre Company presents
John in Heels by Daniel Thomson
Date: Thursday 17th May Time: 8pm Price: €19/€17
John is a man. A man who wears heels, dresses, lingerie. John wants to tell you why. How it has changed him. How, maybe, it might change you. John in Heels is a powerful monologue about the journey to feel like oneself and not be trapped by notions of normal. John has something to share with you, it’s simple “Don’t Dream it be it”. Directed by Emily McGonagle Performed by Michael Duffy
Vladimir & Anton – Songs of the People
Date: Friday 18th May Time: 8pm Price: €23/€21 Earlybird Offer €21/€19 ends 1st April
Vladimir and Anton are Slovakian sibling musicians with a shared rare gift – mastery of the classical violin. Following the great success of touring with ‘Russian’ repertoire across Ireland and UK, Vladimir & Anton are back with their new show. This time focusing on the melodies that we all know and grew up with. Hear simplicity and beauty of songs like Que Sera Sera, Danny Boy, Tarantella Napoletana or Roll Out The Barrel re-composed to Vladimir & Anton’s classical style. A welcome return to the Theatre Royal.
Dublin City Ramblers – Ireland’s No. 1 Ballad Group
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Saturday 19th May 8pm €21
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The Dublin City Ramblers have thrilled audiences worldwide with their unique blend of Ballads, Folk, Humour, Wit and foot-tapping music. Their impressive career has spanned more than 35 years, with over 30 albums, Top Ten hits, several Awards for best Ballad/ Folk Group and, to top it all off, 8 Gold Albums. It is certainly no wonder that they are classed as Ireland’s Number 1 Ballad Group! Their music has also taken them worldwide to rapturous reception.
Donal Vaughan is back with Science Magic
Date: Sunday 20th May Time: 3pm Price: €9
Forget Harry Potter, Dónal is the real wizard, showing you how to put skewers through balloons without popping, create your very own volcano, set paper on fire without burning it, turn water upside-down without spilling it and make a cola bottle exploding fountain. Learn about magnetism, pressures, force, chemical reactions, the fire triangle, static electricity and laugh your pants off while you do it. And the best part??? You can do all the tricks at home using household items. You too can become a science wizard.
Farmer Michael & Kathleen
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Friday 25th May 8pm €21
Enjoy a “Culchie night out” with Farmer Michael & his long suffering wife Kathleen as they pounce on all well-known world topics – from Donald Trump, to Leo Varadkar to Lady GaGa, with a couple of their well-known cover songs too. After only 2 years on the comedy scene, the duo have gathered a following of almost a quarter million people across the globe with over 10 million viewers on some of their sketches. The King & Queen of farming satire may offend some but aren’t planning on quitting any time soon!
SHOUT! The Mod Musical
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Saturday 26th May 8pm €25/€20
A nostalgic nod to London’s Swinging Sixties. The musical follows five young female subscribers to a fictional magazine called Shout!, “the magazine for the modern woman”, as they come of age during the liberating 1960s that made England swing. From cover to cover, Shout! unfolds like a musical magazine and travels in time through the decade, chronicling the dawn of liberation of women. Just as Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark, Cilla Black and Lulu were independent women with major careers, English (and indeed Irish!) women were redefining themselves in the face of changing attitudes about women.
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Waterford Ballet Academy presents Lia Fáil, The Stone of Destiny
Date: Sunday 27th May Time: 8pm Price: €22/€20
The sacred stone of knowledge is safeguarded by the Golden Sprite with some help from the flower fairies, until some mischievous elves decide that this pretty ‘crystal’ would make a perfect toy! As they play, the stone’s magical force dwindles, leaving it weak and vulnerable to corruption...... Fortunately, disaster is averted; those who would exploit the stone’s potential are defeated and its mystical powers are restored. Don’t miss this exciting and colourful show, performed by the talented dancers of Waterford Ballet Academy. Choreographed by Margaret Hunter.
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