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THEATRE & DANCE
From Wed 14 Feb - 24th, 8pm
The Sunbeam Girls
Cork Opera House and Stage Centre present The Sunbeam Girls Directed by: Marion Wyatt. Seven Women. Three Generations. One Secret. The Sunbeam Girls is a celebration of women, by women, for all of us.
Set during the 1950’s and 1960’s, the play follows the lives of a group of Cork women who worked in the Sunbeam Factory, and lived in the north side of Cork City and surrounding areas. As work is done, the women sing, laugh and cry their way through the ups and downs of their daily lives.
The Sunbeam Girls will strike a chord of recognition in members of the audience and have them rolling in the aisles with laughter one moment and wiping away a tear the next.
VALENTINES NIGHT FUNDRAISER! An opportunity for your Charity to host a Valentines Night Fundraiser, Contact 021 427 5213 for more detail.
TICKETS: €25 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Feb Mon 12th - Sat 24th excl 16, 17, 18th
THE FIELD
Everyman Palace Productions presents John B. Keane's THE FIELD. Directed by Michael Twomey. Bull McCabe, a farmer, has leased four acres of poor land from a widow for five years during which time he nurtured it into prime pasture. Now she wants to sell the land to the highest bidder, and Bull, having invested his time and effort, believes that he has rights to the property. When an 'outsider' from England appears on the day of the auction to offer an unusually high price, Bull decides to take justice into his own hands. Time: 8pm.
TICKETS: €25 / €18
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4501673 or Online at www.everymanpalace.com
VENUE: Everyman Palace Theatre.
February 23
Siriusly Shakespeare
Featuring Cork Shakesparean Company. A night of drama, verse and music. Dramatic Scenes from the great Shakespeare plays: Hamlet, The Merchant of Venice and A Midsummers Night Dream just to name a few. With authentic Elizabethan music performed by Mairead Casey on harp and pipe. 8pm.
TICKETS: €12, conc. €10
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4813790.
VENUE: Sirius Arts Centre, Cobh.
February 21 to 24
Somebody & Nobody
Ian Wild’s Somebody and Nobody is a dark character driven comedy about two very different characters: Somebody - possibly the most important person ever and his sidekick, Nobody, a nonentity with twelve mothers, twelve fathers and a million friends who never visit. When a blank piece of paper enters the lives of the two men, their relationship cosmically and comically implodes.8pm.
TICKETS: €15, conc. €12
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4505624. Web:
VENUE: Cork Arts Theatre, 7 Knapps Square.
February Sun 25th
THE 3’ O CLOCK SUNDAY SHOW
The 3 O’ Clock Sunday Show is packed full of song, comedy and variety and is designed especially for those who love seeing shows at an earlier time. Hosted by the irrepressible Michael Twomey, The 3 O’ Clock Sunday Show features the beautiful voices of Corks’ finest performers, and comedy with a Cork twist! The line up includes the hilarious Pakie O’ Callaghan and Frank Twomey, with music and song from Donal Ring, Lorraine Manley and accompanist Eddie Fuller, along with the fabulous Note Perfect Choir and The Butter Exchange Band. Fionula Linehan and John Bennett are also set to star in the show, which will be topped off by spectacular dance performed by the Donna Daly Dancers and The Cork Irish Dance Co. The afternoon’s entertainment will be hosted, as ever, by the Corks own Michael Twomey,
TICKETS: €20, 3pm ( Special Group Rate Available )
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4501673 or Online at www.everymanpalace.com
VENUE: Everyman Palace Theatre.
Last Two weeks of February - Exact dates TBC
APOCALYPSE THEN
Everyman Palace Productions Presents APOCALYPSE THEN. A new comedy by John McCarthy and Ciaran Fitzpatrick. Directed by Sara-Jane Power. What happens when two Cork men are the last humans on earth? This new comedy by John McCarthy and Ciaran Fitzpatrick welcomes you to a post-apocalyptic world with lots of water, a cactus and page three girls. Join Felix and Declan in the last days of humankind!
TICKETS: €13 @ 6pm with additional Saturday shows at 3.30pm. Preview Tickets €10.
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4501673 or Online at www.everymanpalace.com
VENUE: Everyman Palace Theatre.
Feb Mon 26th - March Fri 2nd
THE BALD SOPRANO
Blue Raincoat present THE BALD SOPRANO By Eugene Ionesco. Directed by Niall Henry. Eugene Ionesco's first play The Bald Soprano was a result of his attempts to learn English from a book. Ionesco learned not just English but some more astonishing truths -that - there are seven days in the week . the floor is down .the ceiling up. The result of all this was one of the most sublimely comic commentaries on modern life to come out of 20th century European theatre, The Bald Soprano. Time: 8pm.
..an excellent fusion of script, performance and production.. Irish Times
TICKETS: €25 / €18. 20% Online Discount on ?25 Tickets!
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4501673 or Online at www.everymanpalace.com
VENUE: Everyman Palace Theatre.
27 Feb-3 Mar 2007
Feuergesicht
UCC German Society presents Marius von Mayenburg's Feuergesicht (Fireface). Directed by Louise Cannon. Performed in German with English surtitles.
This incindiery piece of stage poetry has swept across the world, and now finds itself in UCC Granary Theatre performed
in the original German language. This work presents an iconoclastic view of contemporary life from one of Germany's
most celebrated young writers. 8 pm. 2 pm matinee Thursday 1 March.
TICKETS: €5/€8
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4904275. Web: www.granary.ie
VENUE: Granary Theatre, Mardyke
Thu 1 - Sat 3 Mar, 8pm
Les Misérables - School Edition
Cork Arts Studio proudly presents Les Misérables - School Edition. Performed entirely by students of Cork Arts Studio. Produced by Philip McTeggart Walsh. Directed by Irene Warren. Featuring well loved songs such as Stars, Lovely Ladies, Master of the House, Little People and Castle on a Cloud. A 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.
TICKETS: €22, €25 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Wednesday 7th March
Special
Special is a contemporary love story with a real edge. It is an exciting and intelligent production exploring male and female passion and sexuality. Fecund Theatre presents SPECIAL. Written and Directed by John Keates @ 8pm.
It charts the journey of a couple who discover a sense of contentment through intense sexual experiences.
A journey of the mind as much as the body. A spectacular and sincere celebration of masculinity and femininity. Man as warrior, Woman as goddess.
Special is an exciting and intelligent journey exploring inner needs, human nature and the discovery of profound peace through pain and orgasm.
For those who experience it, there is no going back.
Fecund is a bold, ambitious and progressive theatre company. They combine theatre with popular cultural forms, bringing energy, intelligence and excitement to live performance.
“Fecund Theatre must be seen….highly theatrical, exhilarating and utterly wondrous.” The Guardian
“This extraordinary company shows us that live theatre can still be challenging and shocking.” The Scotsman
WARNING: This piece contains strong language and scenes of an explicit sexual nature. ADULTS ONLY.
TICKETS: €15 / €10.
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4904275. Web: www.granary.ie
VENUE: The Granary, Mardyke, Cork.
Saturday 10th March
The Threat of Humour
From the people who brought you "Trying Jokes", "The Trying Times", and "Apocalypse, Then" comes a unique evening of entertainment on Saturday March 10th. The world premiere of "Crying Laughing" - the only film ever commissioned by a humour committee - is the main event of the evening, and includes a Q&A session with the writers, directors and stars.
The Threat of Humour evening will also showcase several unique experiments in humour, from dangerously funny songs to explosive stand-up, laughing sports to interactive lectures... The list goes on. Join us.
TICKETS: €10.
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4904275. Web: www.granary.ie
VENUE: The Granary, Mardyke, Cork.
March Wed 7th – 17th
DUBLIN CAROL
By Conor McPherson. Directed by Patrick Talbot. Featuring Liam Carney, Stephen Kelly & Vanessa Keogh. It’s Christmas Eve and Dublin undertaker John Plunkett is upbeat 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. An absorbing production … classic Irish theatre – Metro. 8pm.
TICKETS: €25 / €18. €16 on March 7th, 12th, 13th, 14th. 20% Online Discount on €25 Tickets!
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4501673 or Online at www.everymanpalace.com
VENUE: Everyman Palace Theatre.
March 19 to 24
Surviving Santa Ponsa
Frank Twomey and Paki O’Callaghan are back with an uproariously funny sequel to Santa Ponsa or Bust! 8pm.
TICKETS: €25/18..
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4501673 or Online at www.everymanpalace.com
VENUE: Everyman Palace Theatre.
Wed 7 – Sun 25 March
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Presented in association with Cork Opera House. Disney's lavish musical is the classic love story of Belle, a kind-hearted but misunderstood young woman, and the Beast, a pompous prince who has been turned into an animal by the spell of an enchantress. To break the spell, the Beast must learn to love and be loved. Belle could be his chance, if only the Beast can control his anger and find the heart that he never had as a man. But time is running out and if he does not learn his lesson soon, he will be doomed to live in isolation for all eternity. Music by ALAN MENKEN Lyrics by HOWARD ASHMAN & TIM RICE. Book by LINDA WOOLVERTON.
TICKETS: Tickets: Mon – Thu €30, €45, €47.50 plus €2.50 booking fee.
Weekends: €40, €47.50, €49.50 plus €2.50 booking fee.
Weekday Matinees: €30 plus €2.50 booking fee.
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Wed 28 & Thu 29 Mar, 10am and 12pm
Lambert Puppet Theatre presents Cinderella
For over 30 years the Lambert Puppet Theatre has delighted audiences both young and old with its brand of visual, lively and hilarious puppet theatre. This is a beautifully produced show with large puppets, colourful sets and exquisite lighting and is suitable for 3 to 12 year olds.
TICKETS: €12 plus €1.50 booking fee. School Groups: €10
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
March 26 to 31
Des & Rosie at Large
Kicking off their nationwide tour, Des Keogh and Rosaleen Linehan, Ireland’s funniest comedy duo bring their unique blend of song, satire and sheer fun to the Everyman Palace Theatre. 8pm.
TICKETS: Mon €18; Tues & Wed €25/18; Thur-Sat €25.
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4501673 or Online at www.everymanpalace.com
VENUE: Everyman Palace Theatre.
Wed 4 April 2007, 8pm
Aida
Ellen Kent and Opera International present the celebrated Chisinau National Opera with a company of 200 and international guest soloists.
Aida, the grandest of all Ellen Kent’s operas returns to Cork Opera House after its extraordinarily successful tour of Ireland in Autumn 04 with a stunning, traditional production of this magnificent story of war, jealousy and revenge, at whose heart is the doomed love of the beautiful Ethiopian slave girl, Aida, and the Egyptian hero, Radames. Traditionally staged this lavish production with amazing special effects includes dancing fountains, spectacular ballet sequences, stunning sets inspired by the Valley of the Kings and costumes taken from designs found in tomb paintings. The triumphal march will astonish you!
“Visually and vocally gripping from start to finish” The Independent
“Bursting with colour, grandeur and wealth” Edinburgh Evening News
Sung in Italian with English surtitles.
TICKETS: €30, €40, €50 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Thu 5 April 2007, 8pm
Tosca
Puccini’s Tosca features magnificent sets designed by Vyacheslav Okunev the celebrated designer for the Malyy Theatre and the Kirov in St Petersburg. Love, torture and treachery is set against the backdrop of Rome at its bloodiest, with the famous arias “Vissi d’Arte” and “E Lucevan le Stelle”. With two of the best roles for tenor and soprano, plus a truly blood curdling villain for the baritone this production features a large cast and full orchestra with a children’s choir within a specially devised cathedral setting in Act 1.
“Brilliantly sung” The Times (Royal Albert Hall Tosca 2002)
Sung in Italian with English surtitles.
WIN A FABULOUS HOLIDAY TO ROME
ALL TICKET HOLDERS WILL BE ENTERED INTO A FREE PRIZE DRAW
(The winner will be announced in July 2007. Please send a copy of your tickets and contact details to: Ellen Kent & Opera International, The Admirals Offices, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TZ)
TICKETS: €30, €40, €50 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Mon 2 – Sat 7 Apr, 8.30pm
The Canterbury Tales
Bruiser Theatre Company presents The Canterbury Tales, by Geoffrey Chaucer Adapted by Martin Riley.
Chaucer is served with a vaudevillian spin, a wicked sense of fun and the taste of a bar room brawl. These timeless tales of adventure are adapted into modern English by Martin Riley, and will be performed by the renowned, travelling players, Bruiser Theatre Company! Four actors and one musician will create all the characters, sound and action in this wonderful performance. This motley crew will present a highly visual adaptation with live music, of Chaucer's bawdy chronicle of journeying pilgrims on their way to Canterbury.
Directed by Lisa May, Bruiser’s new piece will offer three of the most famous, or infamous, tales: 'The Pardoner's Tale', 'The Wife of Bath' and 'The Miller's Tale'. A high-energy production that will delight audiences across the country.
TICKETS: €20 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.halfmoontheatre.ie
VENUE: Half Moon Theatre
From Mon 9 April 2007, 8pm
I, Keano
Following two hugely successful runs Lane Productions presents I, Keano. He Came - He Saw - He Went Home. A Musical Epic. By Arthur Mathews (Father Ted), Michael Nugent (Absurdly Yours) and Paul Woodfull. Directed by Peter Sheridan. Designed by Ben Hennessy. Lighting by Sinead McKenna.
“NOT A GOOD MUSICAL, A FANTASTIC MUSICAL” - Joe Duffy, RTE
“UNMERCIFULLY ENTERTAINING” - Irish Times
“THIS SHOW WILL NOT DISAPPOINT..... A GREAT NIGHT'S ENTERTAINMENT” - Irish Independent
“STROKE OF GENIUS” - The Guardian
TICKETS: €34, €37 Matinees: €24.50, €27 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
From Wed 18 Apr
Jason & the Argonauts
Visible Fictions presents Jason & the Argonauts. One of the most exciting adventure stories ever told! TWO ACTORS, COUNTLESS CHARACTERS, ONE FLEECE, 70 MINUTES!
Jason’s uncle isn’t exactly lovable…he’s murdered his brother (the king) and stolen the kingdom and now nobody dares stand up to him. Things are about to get a major shake up though because Jason is BACK!
Visible Fictions has an outstanding reputation for creating high quality, entertaining, accessible theatre for young people which inspires, challenges and excites.
For age nine and beyond…
TICKETS: €15 plus €1.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.halfmoontheatre.ie
VENUE: Half Moon Theatre
April Wed 11th – Sat 21st (excl. 15th) Previews April 9th& 10th
STONE MAD
Everyman Palace Productions presents STONE MAD. BY SEAMUS MURPHY. A new stage adaptation by JOHNNY HANRAHAN. DIRECTED BY PAT KIERNAN. To mark the centenary of the birth of Cork Sculptor and Stone Carver Seamus Murphy, the Everyman Palace Theatre presents a new stage adaptation of his book, STONE MAD. Published in 1950, STONE MAD is a vivid account of his memories of the 'stonies' or stonemasons, with whom Seamus Murphy had traveled and worked for many years on the construction of churches around Ireland. It’s an affectionate and profoundly perceptive evocation of early 20th century Cork, illuminated through the sculptor and stone carver’s memories. 8pm.
TICKETS: €25 / €18 conc. Previews: €15. 20% Online Discount on €25 Tickets!
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4501673 or Online at www.everymanpalace.com
VENUE: Everyman Palace Theatre.
Sun 22 April, 8pm
Die Fledermaus – The Ballet
Ballet Ireland presents Die Fledermaus – The Ballet. Music by Johann Strauss. A delicious story of intrigue, love, humour and revenge, which lends itself perfectly to the medium of ballet.
TICKETS: €25, €27 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
April Mon 23 – Sat 28
NIGHTFALL
LONDON CLASSIC THEATRE PRESENTS the Irish Premiere of NIGHTFALL BY JOANNA MURRAY SMITH. A tense and absorbing contemporary thriller, NIGHTFALL examines family, love and loyalty. Joanna Murray-Smith writes with her characteristically sharp insight in this taut, compelling new drama. 8pm.
TICKETS: €25 / €18 conc. 20% Online Discount on €25 Tickets!
BOOKING/INFO: 021 4501673 or Online at www.everymanpalace.com
VENUE: Everyman Palace Theatre.
From Wed 9 May, 8pm
The King and I
A GoldenBoy production in association with The Helix, Cork Opera House and Millennium Forum. The King and I. Music by Richard Rodgers. Lyrics & Book by Oscar Hammerstein II. Based on the Book “Anna and the King of Siam” by Margaret Landon.
East meets West in this sumptuous production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's The King and I. The classic story of an English school teacher in the court of the King of Siam has enchanted audiences for the last 50 years. A stellar cast with full orchestra bring to life a dazzling score full of immortal songs like "Getting To Know You," "I Have Dreamed," "Shall We Dance?" and "Hello, Young Lovers”, along with the incomparable Jerome Robbins ballet, "The Small House of Uncle Thomas," it is one of the all-time marvels of the musical stage.
By Arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd on behalf of R&H Theatricals.
Matinees to be announced.
TICKETS: €22.50, €25, €27.50, €30 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Fri 18 May, 8pm
Juan Martin
Juan Martin and Quinteto Fabulosa return with a night of thrilling music and flamenco dance and song.
TICKETS: €28, €30, €32 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Sun 27th May, 8pm
Paco Peña – A Compas!
Pat Egan Management Presents Paco Peña – A Compas! Paco Peña embodies both authenticity and innovation in flamenco. As guitarist, composer, dramatist, producer and artistic mentor he has transformed perceptions of this archetypal Spanish art form.
TICKETS: €25, €30, €35 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
DANCE
Mon 26 – Tue 27 February 2007, 8pm
Out of Harm’s Way
CoisCéim Dance Theatre presents Out of Harm’s Way. Following their successful Cork Opera House debut in 2006 with KNOTS, CoisCéim Dance Theatre is back with a new work by Artistic Director David Bolger. In the darkness, eight dancers run for their lives. A cosy room gives them shelter and safety from the danger outside. But as the drama unfolds, the question arises, have they locked the danger outside or within. An international cast of dancers perform in this fun-filled piece with poignance, relevance and beauty. Not to be missed.
TICKETS: €15, €18 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
1st March for 6 weeks
Salsa Dancing classes
6 wk Salsa Dancing classes in Garryduff sports centre from March 1st. Improvers 8pm. Beginners 9pm.
TICKETS: €50
BOOKING/INFO: 087 4134077. Email: e_peace@hotmail.com
VENUE: Garryduff sports centre, Top of Maryborough Hill.
Sun 22 April, 8pm
Die Fledermaus – The Ballet
Ballet Ireland presents Die Fledermaus – The Ballet. Music by Johann Strauss. A delicious story of intrigue, love, humour and revenge, which lends itself perfectly to the medium of ballet.
TICKETS: €25, €27 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Fri 18 May, 8pm
Juan Martin
Juan Martin and Quinteto Fabulosa return with a night of thrilling music and flamenco dance and song.
TICKETS: €28, €30, €32 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Sun 20 May, 7.30pm
Dance Overtures
Cork Arts Studio presents Dance Overtures Directed by Philip McTeggart-Walsh. An elixir of dance, featuring ballet, Irish, tap, jazz and modern pieces performed by both talented present pupils, and some past pupils, who even though they are now performing professionally in London and around the world, are returning to join the party! www.corkartsstudio.com.
TICKETS: €16, €18, €22 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
Sun 27th May, 8pm
Paco Peña – A Compas!
Pat Egan Management Presents Paco Peña – A Compas! Paco Peña embodies both authenticity and innovation in flamenco. As guitarist, composer, dramatist, producer and artistic mentor he has transformed perceptions of this archetypal Spanish art form.
TICKETS: €25, €30, €35 plus €2.50 booking fee
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021 4270022. Web: www.corkoperahouse.ie
VENUE: Cork Opera House
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!
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Anna 4378291; Barbro 4891789 or Ann 4293537. patrick@oharasculpture.com
VENUE: Douglas
Wednesdays
Argentine Tango
Argentine Tango Classes with teacher, Veronica Alegre, Buenos Aires.
Classes: Beginners 7pm, Improvers 8.15pm,
Advanced 9.15pm (no partner required)
New beginners course, Wed, Jan 10th, 2007
Tango Club every Wednesday 10.30pm till close.
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Aileen 087 2627887 or www.corktango.com
VENUE: Garda Social Club, Penrose Wharf.
Ongoing
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 9.30 to 12pm and every Friday night in JD Styles at 10pm to 12pm.
No partner needed, come down and join the fun.
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 085 1059140. Web: www.salsaireland.com
VENUE:
Salsa Classes - Mondays & Thursdays
Intermediate 7.30pm, Beginners 8.30pm, Beginners 2/Improvers on Mondays and Advanced on Thursdays 9.30pm.
TIME:
BOOKING/INFO: 086 2547319. Web - www.salsaireland.com
VENUE: Garda Social Club, Penrose Wharf.
Wednesdays
Samba & Forro
Learn SAMBA and FORRO, the most popular dances of Brazil. 7pm.
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: 085-7296260
VENUE: The LV, MacCurtain Street.
Wednesdays
Modern Dance Classes
Movita dance theatre....bringing dance into the lives of all people as a source of communication and creative selfexpression.
CORK @ The Firkin Crane
THURSDAYS
5-6:30pm Adult & Teen Beginner/Intermediate (New)
6:30-8pm Adult & Teen Beginner
COBH
TUESDAYS
4-5pm Elementary 7-12yrs.
COBH
WEDNESDAYS:
7-8:30pm Adult & Teen Beginner
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: For more information Contact Andrea Pastorella/Artistic Director 021 420 1977
VENUE: Various Venues, see above.
Wednesdays
Modern & Contemporary Dance Classes
Professional/advanced Dance Classes continue at 12noon on Wednesdays at the Firkin Crane in association with APDI with the following guest teachers: Inma Moya & Andrea Pastorella. For more details and class times please contact the Firkin Crane.
TICKETS: €
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021-4507487.
VENUE: The Firkin Crane, Shandon.
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 from September - REGISTER NOW. All Classes are led by Andrea Pastorella/Artistic Director. Call for details, schedules and prices.
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: (021) 4201977
VENUE: The Firkin Crane, Shandon & Cobh.
Tuesdays
5 Rhythms TM Ecstatic Dance
5.15 - 6.45pm (suitable for beginners) €10.
7pm to 9.30pm €15.
Drop-in classes
TICKETS: pay on door from 5pm.
BOOKING/INFO: Hazel: 021 4961247. hazel@carolinecarey.com. Web: www.carolinecarey.com
VENUE: UCC DramaLab, Lee Maltings Building, Prospect Row, Cork.
Dancing in the City
Rhumba Casino - Thursday nights
Rhumba Casino. A night of live Salsa classes, Rhumba and Merengue with a full 8-piece Latin orchestra. Rhumba Casino are Ireland's exponents of true Cuban dance music under the leadership of veteran Cuban bandleader Manu Ramirez. Doors 9pm.
TIME: 9pm
TICKETS: 5 euro.
BOOKING/INFO:
VENUE: The Phoenix, Union Quay.
International Folkdancing - Tuesdays
Cork International Folk Dance Club
Music and dance from all over the world. You are invited to dance every Tuesday night, all year round from 8-10pm.
Men and women of all ages and fitness levels are very welcome. No previous experience necessary.
TICKETS: €5 per person, first night free.
BOOKING/INFO: Larry 4886541 or Patsy 4872550
VENUE: Carrigrohane Parish Hall (down the hill from St. Peter's Church)
Mondays & Tuesdays
Southern Tribes Bellydance Classes
With Affiliate Tribal Teachers- Marius Griffin and Terrie Young.
Tribal Dance is Rooted in the Strength of Women. Tribal Belly Dance - African Roots. Mixing African grooves with tribal grace, women come together to learn and share their dance in a non - competitive atmosphere for fun and friendship!
Mondays: 7-8pm Beginners. Grounding in the basic isolations that underpin our dance. 8-9.30pm Beginners / Improvers.
Tuesdays: 10.30-12pm Beginners / Improvers.
Open to all. Dance in a relaxed environment where mothers and babies / toddlers are welcome. All Classes have limited numbers so booking is essential. Now taking bookings for classes starting January 8th!
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Terrie on 0861967 481 or 021 450 8482.
VENUE: Shandon Karate Club and The Teaching Rooms, Cork.
Wednesdays & Thursdays
Southern Tribes Rashenkoti Tribal Belly Dance
Rashenkoti Tribal Belly dance.
A Cork dance Community since 1995. Ongoing Classes in all levels, children's classes, and class space for moms with smallies, because moms need a place to dance too.
Build your health, strength, flexibility, pride, awareness, ethics and friendships. More than a dance class.( But less difficult than a trip to Tibet. Did I mention we have fun? Fun is big with us as well. That, and very big skirts.)
For information phone teacher /director Marius Griffin 021 435 9086 .Over 30 years in the performing arts with 15 years of dedication in Tribal Dance.
Wednesdays: 10:30am, Basics / Mixed, Babies and small people welcome. New session begins Jan. 18th.
Thursdays: 4pm, Children’s class Ages 7 and up. Dance in a relaxed non-competitive atmosphere, emphasising cooperative ability and building skills for self-expression. New session begins Jan. 19th.
Thursdays: 7pm, Basics 1 & 2, Grounding in isolations and improvisation, Self-expression and creative non-competitive connection in dance. New Session Begins January 26th.
All classes have Limited numbers so bookings must be made ahead.
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Marius on 021 435 9086. Email: corktribaldance@hotmail.com
VENUE: Shandon Karate Club and The Teaching Rooms, Cork.
Mondays & Tuesdays
African Roots Tribal Belly Dance
Develop awareness of each body part and learn the skill of isolation
in this much loved, women centred dance that attracts women of all
ages. 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.
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Contact Terrie 086 1967481 to book a space.
VENUE: Various Venues, see above.
Weekdays
Muses Bellydance school of Ireland
We 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!).
TICKETS: €45 monthly payment (4 classes).
BOOKING/INFO: Graziela (086 353 2962 / 021 455 3173. Email: musesbellydanceschool@yahoo.com. Visit: www.hipcircles.tk
VENUE: Middle Parish Community Centre, Grattan Street (parallel to North Main Street), Cork.
Various Days
YOGA - Asana, Astanga, Baby&Mum Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Pre-Natal Yoga, Vinyasa
A new beautiful and peaceful Center in the middle of Cork City, offers a variety of different Yoga schools, for everyone who is interested in strengthening muscle, releasing tension, movement and flexibility , breath and relaxation. One to one tuitions and drop in class( max 12 people) is possible, but please check before hand with the instructor to make sure a space is available.
For more information,time schedules and bookings please call, for:
- Asana Yoga with Nic 021 4274429 and 086 304637
- Astanga Yoga with Francesca 0872075060
- Baby & Mum Yoga with Nic 0863046376
- Hatha Yoga with Ger 0863550533
- Pre-Natal Yoga with Nic 0863046376
- Vinyasa Yoga with Andrea 0857538009 (after 6pm)
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Various numbers see above.
VENUE: Cork Movement Center, 32/33 South Main Street, Cork
Every Day
UNITY YOGA - CENTRE FOR YOGA, MOVEMENT & YOGA THERAPY
A VIBRANT YOGA STUDIO IN CORK CITY CENTRE. WE HOLD A DIVERSE RANGE OF CLASSES TO SUIT ALL LEVELS: BEGINNERS, IMPROVERS, DYNAMIC FLOW, RELAXING YOGA, PRE-NATAL YOGA, MOTHER & BABY YOGA, YOGA FOR MEN, YOGA THERAPY, ASHTANGA ETC.
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 086 3014428. Email: info@unity-yoga.net Web: www.unity-yoga.net
VENUE: 22 Patrick's Hill
Ongoing
PREGNANCY YOGA CLASSES
PREGNANCY YOGA CLASSES
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 021-4398428. Email: COVENEYN@YAHOO.IE
VENUE: THE BLUE DAISY, 112 OLIVER PLUNKETT ST, CORK CITY.
Monday - Saturday
Fitness Classes in Cork
At Ultimate Woman Fitness Centres in Ballincollig, Midleton, Kinsale Rd Roundabout and Charleville and The Blitz Fitness in Midleton and Charleville, we offer a full range of fitness classes including, Yoga, Pilates, Aerobics, Step Aerobics, Belly Dancing, Core Body Conditioning, Swiss Ball, Studio Cycling, Active for Life and also the Body for Life programme. Our centres are open 8am-8pm Mon-Fri and 10am-4pm on Saturday.
You can contact us on:
UW Midleton: 0214639410
UW Ballincollig: 0214877861
UW Kinsale Rd: 0214966904
UW Charleville:063 21533
Blitz Midleton: 021 4621589
Blitz Charleville: 063 21605
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: 0879177674
VENUE: Various Venues see above.
Monday and Wednesday
Capoeira Classes
"Feeling stressed?? Looking for a new one to get fit? Or, if you've tried other martial arts but looking for something a bit different?
Then CAPOEIRA could be the answer. Originating in Brazil, Capoeira is a cultural sport designed to get fit, flexible and strong, and with Inst. Gaucho as your teacher, you'll have fun at the same time!
Beginners Classes
Cork City - Every Wednesday at 7.30pm
Garda Social Club, Penrose Wharf, Penrose Quay
Fermoy - Every Monday at 7.30pm
Fermoy Youth Centre
TIME:
BOOKING/INFO: Gaucho on 087 2564141
VENUE:
Tuesday and Thursday and Saturday.
Capoeira - Bazilian Martial Art
Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art form that incorporates music and dance. Playing capoeira increases fitness and agility. It also helps to improve your balance, rhythm and co-ordination.
The Cork group is taught by Instructor Popeye of Grupo Oficina da Capoeira.
Tuesday: Leevale Athletic Club (down the sidestreet on the Waterstones' side of Paul St.) 7.30pm.
Wednesday: Leevale Athletic Club (down the sidestreet on the Waterstones' side of Paul St.) 7.30pm.
Saturday: The Locker Room, 1pm.
TIME:
BOOKING/INFO: Tel: 085 7296260
VENUE: Various Venues Cork. See above.
Fridays & Saturday afternoon
Capoeira
Learn this traditional Brazilian dance/martial art. 7pm on Fridays, 1pm on Saturdays.
TICKETS:
BOOKING/INFO: 085-7296260
VENUE: The Locker Room, Washington Street.
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