January 2007 Cork

Live Music Listings

wednesday 3
Chicago Blues Club, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Thursday 4
Blues Jam, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Friday 5
Remedy, 10pm @ Clancys.
Fire Drill, 10pm @ Le Chéile.
Beale St. Blues, 10.30pm @ Beale St.

Saturday 6
Kieran Kramer, 10pm @ Clancys.
Menace, 10pm @ Le Chéile.
Live Blues, 10.30pm @ Beale St.

Sunday 7
Bobby Lee, Ahmit (Iran), 8.30pm @ Roundy Room Sessions.

Monday 8
Brian Tambling & Robert Harley, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Tuesday 9
Drop D presents…, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Swing Street, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Wednesday 10
Alphastates, 9pm @ An Bróg.
Nina Hynes, 8.30pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Chicago Blues Club, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Thursday 11
Carbon Copy + Ideal End + Snowman, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Blues Jam, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Friday 12
Revelation Soundsystem, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Quade, 10pm @ Clancys.
Us2, 10pm @ Le Chéile.
Beale St. Blues, 10.30pm @ Beale St.

Saturday 13
Freddie White, 9pm @ Bob’s Bar, Kanturk.
Dr Dynamite, 10pm @ Clancys.
Live Blues, 10.30pm @ Beale St.

Sunday 14
John Spillane, Louis de Paor, Niwel Tsumbu (Congo), 8.30pm @ Roundy Room Sessions.

Monday 15
Brian Tambling & Robert Harley, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Tuesday 16
UCC LMS, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Swing Street, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Wednesday 17
My Evil Ex, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.

Thursday 18
Ray Lamontagne, 8pm @ Opera House.
Sideproject + Nurn Us Both, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Blues Jam, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Friday 19
Azzurro, 10pm @ Le Chéile.
Beale St. Blues, 10.30pm @ Beale St.

Saturday 20
Willie Nelson & Family, 7pm @ Green Glens, Millstreet.
Transmitter, 10pm @ Le Chéile.
Live Blues, 10.30pm @ Beale St.

Sunday 21
Ronan O Snodaigh (Kila), Tonynho dos Santos (Brazil), Tokatynga (Germany), 8.30pm @ Roundy Room Sessions.

Monday 22
Supersuckers + The Dangerfields + My Evil Ex + Death By Voltage, 9pm @ An Crúiscín Lán.
Brian Tambling & Robert Harley, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Tuesday 23
Swing Street, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Wednesday 24
Sickboy, 9pm @ An Bróg.
Chicago Blues Club, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Thursday 25
Blues Jam, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Friday 26
Rest, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Shayne Ward, 7pm @ Green Glens, Millstreet.
Trio Tekke, 8.30pm @ An Spailpín Fánach.
Millennium, 10pm @ Le Chéile.
Beale St. Blues, 10.30pm @ Beale St.

Saturday 27
Air Traffic, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Shayne Ward, 7pm @ Green Glens, Millstreet.
Liam Reilly, 9pm @ Bob’s Bar, Kanturk.
Live Blues, 10.30pm @ Beale St.

Sunday 28
The Toadstone Trio & Friends, 8.30pm @ Roundy Room Sessions.

Monday 29
Brian Tambling & Robert Harley, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Tuesday 30
UCC LMS, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Swing Street, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

Wednesday 31
Delorentos, 9pm @ Cyprus Ave.
Chicago Blues Club, 9.30pm @ Beale St.

GALLERIES

to February ‘07
A true tale of Love in Tonga
A retrospective exhibition of Cork-born Robert Gibbings (1889-1958) of over 100 prints and drawings from both private and public collections, to provide an overview of his development as an artist and wood-engraver, particular in the field of book engraving. Crawford Art Gallery, Emmet Place.

January 4 to 30
Wavelength
Belgium born artist Mieke Vanmechelen’s work embodies a fusion of Irish culture and the strengths of the Flemish painting tradition. Cork Vision Centre @ St. Peter’s, North Main Street.

January 13 to 27
Exhibition
New work by Sheenagh Geoghegan. Fenton Gallery, Wandesford Quay.

to January 26
JOURNEYS
Mayfield Community Arts Centre, will be to transforming the entire building of the Triskel Arts centre into an extravaganza of light and colour. On ground floor you can enter ‘Weaving on Water’ a magical installation of water and light. Upstairs and you will find an installation ‘Journey of light’ featuring drawing and paintings, light boxes, sculptures and projections created by the group. On the top floor an exhibition of work by 4 invited women artists - Belgian artist, Anny Servais and Lorna Corrigan from KCAT Kilkenny will exhibit alongside up and coming local artists Aoife Lovett and Rita Guinan from Cork. Triskel Arts Centre, Tobin Street.

to January 7
Changing Places, Changing Colours
Landscapes of Ireland and France: an exhibition of paintings by Irish artist Rita O’Connell. Alliance Française Gallery, Mary Street.

to January 11
Tribute to Beckett
Group Show including work by John Shinnors, Martin Finnin, Michael Warren, John Kingerlee, Felim Egan and many more. Vangard Gallery, Carey’s Lane.

to February 25
Embodied Time:
Art Video, 1970-present
This exhibition investigates the role that the human body has played in the time-based medium of video from 1970 to the present moment. Participating artists include: Marina Abramovic, Peter Bogers, Valie Export, Dan Graham and more. Glucksman Gallery, UCC, Cork.

from December 16
Christmas Show
A group show featuring work by John Adams, Anthony Ruby, Bill Griffin, David Goldberg, Lorraine Mullins, James Bingham and more. Sketches by Mildred Ann Butler, Willie Harrington, Colin Middleton and Mark O’Neill. Shaw Gallery, Washington Street.

Theatre

January 15 to 20
Tom Crean - Arctic Explorer
Written & perfomed by Aidan Dooley. Fringe First Award Winner-2006 Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Tom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic Explorer and one of Ireland’s unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance by Aidan Dooley. 8pm. Tickets: f25/18. Box Office: 4501673. Everyman Palace Theatre, MacCurtain Street.

January 4 to 6
Lifeboat
On Friday the 13th of September 1940, a ship set sail from Liverpool for Canada carrying ninety young evacuees from the relentless bombing of war-torn Britain. Four days into the crossing the ship was torpedoed and sank, killing all but eleven of the evacuees. Two girls spent 19 terrifying hours in the water on an upturned lifeboat. They willed each other to survive. Lifeboat is their extraordinary true story of courage, survival and enduring friendship. 8pm. Tickets: f10 plus f2.50 booking fee. Box Office: 4270022. Half Moon Theatre, back of Opera House.

January
Cork Arts Theatre
Jan 4 to 14. Montfort Panto, The Children’s Panto. Not to be missed. Tickets: f15/12.50. Groups over 20: call for special rate. Jan 17 to 20. Writers’ Week. 6 productions of our short listed plays. Tickets: f15/12.50. Jan 22 & 23. Disco Inferno. School production: Ashton. Jan 29 & 30. A Trip to the Beach. Jan 31 & Feb 1. Beauty is a Beast. School production: Christ The King Girls’ Secondary School. Box Office: 4508398. Cork Arts Theatre, 7 Knapps Square.

to January 14
Sleeping Beauty
A fantastic mix of comedy, colour, music, song and dance, adventure and romance set in Corkonia, this years pantomime exuberantly combines tradition and modern innovation making it a treat for all the family! The same zany gang for the last 13 years look forward to welcoming you to the magic of Christmas and Panto Land! 8pm. Tickets: f15 for shows before Christmas/f23 for shows after Christmas/MAGIC MONDAYS! All Tickets f13 on Monday 11th and 18th of December. Box Office: 4501673. Everyman Palace Theatre, MacCurtain Street.

from December 16
Aladdin
Rub the Magic Lamp and see your wishes come true! Get ready for the thrills, excitement and lots of surprises in the classic tale of Aladdin and the Magic Lamp. Join Aladdin, his crazy mother Widow Twankey and all his hilarious friends including Wishee Washee, Strong Pong and of course The Genie of the Lamp as they embark on a truly amazing quest to rescue princess and the lamp...But will they succeed? This exotic adventure will capture the imagination of adults and children alike! 8pm. Tickets: f25 plus f2.50 booking fee. Box Office: 4270022. Cork Opera House, Emmet Place.

COMING IN FEBRUARY

February 5 to 10
Dublin Carol
By Conor McPherson. Its Christmas time and Dublin undertaker John Plunkett has never felt better as he shares his wit and wisdom with his young assistant. An unexpected visit from his estranged daughter changes the mood and forces him to confront his chaotic past. Funny and compassionate, Dublin Carol is one of the most revealing plays written by one of Ireland’s most exciting playwrights. 8pm. Tickets: f25/18. Box Office: 4501673. Everyman Palace Theatre, MacCurtain Street.

Dance

January 13
Céilí Dancing
Music by Allow (Cork). All welcome. 9.30am-1.30am, f8 including tea. Carrigaline GAA Pavilion.

Salsa Classes
Spice up your life with Salsa, Learn this vibrant, fun-filled Latin dance. Mon & Thurs Beginners class at 8.30pm in The Garda Club, Penrose Wharf, Cork. Tues Beginners class at 8pm in Innishannon House Hotel. Wed Beginners class at 8.30 in Marion Hall, Ballinhassig. Monthly Club every 3rd Saturday of the month in the Viaduct Bar, Bandon Road. Weekly Club every Thursday in the Garda Club at 9.30pm to 12pm. No partner needed, come down and join the fun.
www.salsaireland.com,
info@salsaireland.com.
For info: 086 2121273.

Tuesdays
Cork International Folk Dance Club
You are invited to dance every Tuesday night, all year round from 8-10pm.?5 per person, first night free. Carrigrohane Parish Hall (down the hill from St. Peter’s Church). Men and women of all ages and fitness levels are very welcome. No previous experience necessary. More info/directions phone Larry 4886541 or Patsy 4872550.

Mondays & Tuesdays
African Roots Tribal Belly Dance
African Roots Belly Dance fuses African moves with American tribal style and you are guaranteed at least one good laugh in each class! No experience necessary but the desire to explore your own dance essential! Mons: Beginners 7pm, Intermediates 8pm. Olympic Karate Club, Shandon Street. Tues: All Levels 10.30am The Teaching Rooms, Wellington Road. Mother & Baby Friendly class. Contact Terrie 086 1967481 to book a space.

Ongoing
Rashenkoti Tribal Belly Dance
Ongoing classes in all levels, childrens, and baby/toddler friendly morning class, moms need a space to dance too. Build your strength, pride, flexibility, creative skills, ethics and friendships. More than a dance class.( But less difficult than a trip to Tibet.) Did I mention fun? Fun is very big with us as well, that and very big skirts. For More Info pleases contact Marius Griffin Teacher/Director 021 435 9086 Over 30 years in the performance arts, 15 years dedicated to Tribal Dance.

Tuesdays
5 Rhythms TM
Ecstatic Dance
Caroline Carey presents - Tuesday evening ‘drop-in’ classes 5.15 - 6.45pm (suitable for beginners) ?10. 7pm to 9.30pm ?15. Sweat Your Prayers, (session with no instruction). All at UCC DramaLab, Lee Maltings Building, Prospect Row, Cork. Enquiries to hazel@newton-net.co.uk, 021 4961247 www.carolinecarey.com

Weekdays
Muses Bellydance school of Ireland
…offer a large diversity of dance classes for fitness and fun at ALL LEVELS including Tribal Fusion, Egyptian & Lebanese Bellydance, Flamenco, Sevillanas/Rumba, Hip Hop and more! All ages, shapes and sizes welcome! 10:30am, 6:30pm, 8pm ?45 monthly payment (4 x classes, 1:15min). Feb 1: 2007 Term with new teachers & styles, Book in advance to secure your place! Feb 3: “BELLYDANCE WORKSHOPS by Graziela & Aaminah Abdallah”, intro to beginners of bellydance from 1 to 2:30pm (f25), Folkloric Arabic Dances for improvers from 3 to 5pm (f30) at Muses Bellydance School, HAFLA (bellydance party) at 8pm! (checkwebsite for more info!). Booking/info: Graziela (086 3532962 / 021 4553173). E-mail:musesbellydanceschool@yahoo.com. www.hipcircles.tk. Middle Parish Community Centre, Grattan Street (parallel to North Main St).

Wednesdays
Argentine Tango
@ Garda Social Club, Penrose Wharf. Argentine Tango Classes with Special Guest Teachers Monica and Nestor Castillo, Buenos Aires. Classes: Beginners 7pm, Improvers 8.15pm, Advanced 9.15pm (no partner required). Next Beginners course starts January 10th, booking now open for all 2007 classes. Tango Club every Wednesday 10.30pm till close.Further Details from Aileen 087 2627887 or www.corktango.com

Wednesdays
Modern & Contemporary
Dance Classes
Professional/advanced Dance Classes continue at 12noon on Wednesdays at the Firkin Crane in association with APDI with guest teacher: Andrea Pastorella. For more details and class times please contact the Firkin Crane, 021-4507487. The Firkin Crane, Shandon.

Saturdays
Scottish Country Dancing
Come and join a happy group of enthusiasts who meet on Saturday nights in Douglas to practise Scottish Jigs and Reels and Strathspeys through the year - culminating in a grand Burns’ Night Dinner-Dance with a live band. No partner needed and you don’t even have to be a Scot! We change partners every dance! For more info, please contact Patrick (patrick@oharasculpture.com) and Anna 4378291; Barbro 4891789 or Ann 4293537.

Ongoing
Modern Dance
Modern Dance from New York City to Cork. Movita Dance Theatre is offering classes at the Firkin Crane, Shandon and in Cobh! Classes available for all levels and ages. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Young peoples Dance classes. All Classes are led by Andrea Pastorella/Artistic Director. Call for details, schedules and prices (021) 4201977 The Firkin Crane, Shandon & Cobh.

COMING IN FEBRUARY

February 11
Diversions
The dance company of Wales presents a new triple bill. 8pm. Tickets f20 plus f2.50 booking fee. Box Office: 4270022. Cork Opera House, Emmet Place.

February 26 & 27
Out of Harm’s Way
CoisCéim Dance Theatre is back with a new work. 8pm. Tickets f15/18 plus f2.50 booking fee. Box Office: 4270022. Cork Opera House, Emmet Place.

Concerts

January 28
The 3 o’Clock Sunday Show
A season of comedy & music variety begins in January. With host & compere, Michael Twomey. 3pm. Tickets: f20. Box Office: 4501673. Everyman Palace Theatre, MacCurtain Street.

January 14
Seraphim
Ireland’s leading female chamber choir. Hypnotic plainchant, beautiful motets and meditative improvisations. With Karl Rooney (saxophone), conducted by John O’Brien. 8pm. Tickets: f12/7. Honan Chapel.

COMING IN FEBRUARY

February 1
Tommy Fleming
A Life Like Mine Tour accompanied by his nine piece band. Extra Date. 8pm. Tickets f30 plus f2.50 booking fee. Box Office: 4270022. Cork Opera House, Emmet Place.

February 18
Tainted Love
The 80's Show!!! Features classic feel good songs from Wham!, Human League, The Eurythmics, Duran Duran, Cyndi Lauper, Soft Cell, Bananrama and many more! 8pm. Tickets f22.50/25 plus f2.50 booking fee. Box Office: 4270022. Cork Opera House, Emmet Place.

Comedy

Mondays
Snatch Comedy Improv
Hilarious mayhem as a group of comedians act out spontaneous sketches based on your ideas. “New & improv’d every week”. 9.30pm, adm. free. The White Rooms, Bodega, Cornmarket Street.

January 18
Ardal O’Hanlon
De Barras Comedy Club, Clonakilty.

Tuesdays
Crunchy Nuts
@ Instininct Bar presents the cream of Irish and local stand up comedians. improv, sketch,surreailsm, donkay, madness, we have it all for free in the happiest bar in Cork. Instinct, Sullivan’s Quay.

Saturdays in January
The Craichouse
Jan 6: Ross Browne + Alan Hurley + Breen Crotty + MC Jamie O’Shea. Jan 13: Ruairi Campbell + Eoin Keegan + Cathal O Loughlin + MC Darren Shine. Jan 20: Andrew Stanley + Murf Murphy + Chris Kent + MC Pat O’Shea. Jan 27: Garry Jones + Ross Browne + Tim Hadfield + MC Johnny P. All shows start 9pm sharp. Entry fee f7 Visit: www.thecraichouse.com The Craichouse @ Eddie’s Bar, 55 MacCurtain Street.

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City Limits Comedy Club
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Other Stuff

January 21
Keith Barry - Mental, A Mind Altering Experience
Keith Barry arrives at the Everyman Palace Theatre on his third Irish Tour with his totally new live show. The show will feature brand new elements of Keith’s work where he mixes psychology, mentalism, neuro linguistics, instant induction hypnosis and magic. 8pm. Tickets: f25. Box Office: 4501673. Everyman Palace Theatre, MacCurtain Street.

January 26
Critical Mass
Last Friday of EVERY month 6pm at Daunt Square. CRITICAL MASS is a monthly bike ride round town celebrating community and the virtues of cycling, its a direct action against ‘Car Culture’. See you there!

Mondays
Taking the mic
Open mic night. 9pm, adm. free. Info: www.seeingredrecords.com Cubiculo’s, Drawbridge St.

Tuesdays
Buskers Night
Showcasing the talent of Cork’s resident buskers and street performers. Starts 9pm, adm. free. Fred Zeppelins, Parliament Street.

ongoing
Conserving
the Dream
Treasures of St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral, celebrating the works of William Burges, Architect. Cork Public Museum, Fitzgerald Park.

COMING IN FEBRUARY

February 16
An Audience with Eddie Hobbs
Find out the information that the financial insiders don't want you to know! 8pm. Tickets f27.50. Box Office: 4501673. Everyman Palace Theatre, MacCurtain Street.