FEBRUARY 2004 KILKENNY

LIVE MUSIC LISTINGS

Sunday 1
Big Generator, 9pm @ Paris Texas.
Live Music, Bailey¹s Bar.

Wednesday 4
Open Mic, Andrew Ryan¹s.
Trad Night, Bailey¹s Bar.

Thursday 5
Big John¹s Krazy Karaoke Night, Biddy Early¹s.
Trad Night, Andrew Ryan¹s.

Friday 6
The Maladies, 8pm @ Carrolls Pub, Thomastown.
Ann Scott, 9pm @ Zoo Nightclub.
Shanragh, Kyteler¹s Inn.
Live Music, Bailey¹s Bar.

Saturday 7
Live Band, Maggie¹s.

Sunday 8
J90, 9pm @ Paris Texas.
Live Music, Bailey¹s Bar.

Wednesday 11
Open Mic, Andrew Ryan¹s.
Trad Night, Bailey¹s Bar.

Thursday 12
Trad Night, Andrew Ryan¹s.
Big John¹s Krazy Karaoke Night, Biddy Early¹s.

Friday 13
Clayhill, 9pm @ Cleere¹s Theatre.
Niall Toner Band, Langtons.
Sack the Bazuki, Kyteler¹s Inn.
Live Music, Bailey¹s Bar.

Saturday 14
Live Band, Maggie¹s.

Sunday 15
Frank Sinatra Tibute, Langtons.
Benefit Night in aid of John Coogan with Uisce Beatha, Langtons.
Live Music, Bailey¹s Bar.
Rock Monster, 9pm @ Paris Texas.

Wednesday 18
Open Mic, Andrew Ryan¹s.
Trad Night, Bailey¹s Bar.

Thursday 19
Ten Speed Racer, 9pm @ Cleere¹s Theatre.
Trad Night, Andrew Ryan¹s.
Big John¹s Krazy Karaoke Night, Biddy Early¹s.

Friday 20
David Kitt, 8pm @ The Venue.
Squall + Daecharger, 9pm @ Ryan¹s
Jorum, Kyteler¹s Inn.
Live Music, Bailey¹s Bar.

Saturday 21
Live Band, Maggie¹s.

Sunday 22
Bluemoose, 9pm @ Paris Texas.
Live Music, Bailey¹s Bar.

Wednesday 25
Open Mic, Andrew Ryan¹s.
Trad Night, Bailey¹s Bar.

Thursday 26
Uisce Beatha CD Launch, Langtons.
Trad Night, Andrew Ryan¹s.
Big John¹s Krazy Karaoke Night, Biddy Early¹s.

Friday 27
Martin Stephenson, 9pm @ Cleere¹s Theatre.
Uisce Beatha, Kyteler¹s Inn.
Live Music, Bailey¹s Bar.

Saturday 28
Live Band, Maggie¹s.

Sunday 29
The Willful, 9pm @ Paris Texas.
Live Music, Bailey¹s Bar.

VISUAL ART

National Craft Gallery, Castle Yard, Kilkenny. www.ccoi.ie

to February 27
The Pleasure Principal
A personal choice from the Butler Gallery Collection selected by Anthony Cronin. Butler Gallery, Kilkenny Castle.
www.butlergallery.com

National Craft Gallery, Castle Yard, Kilkenny. www.ccoi.ie

February
Exhibition
Work by Sinead Aldridge. gallery ONE | CONTEMPORARY ART, 1 William Street. www.galleryone.org

THEATRE & OPERA

February 6
The Turn Of The Shrew
OPERA THEATRE COMPANY presents Britten’s compelling adaptation of Henry James’ ghostly tale. Set in a remote Victorian estate, The Turn of the Screw explores themes of innocence and corruption through the eyes of a naïve young governess. One of Britten’s most remarkable and beautiful scores, the haunting, evocative music reflects the growing tension in the isolated household. Director Helen Eastman and designer Michael Vale (Tosca ENO, Carmen Glyndebourne) brilliantly re-create the gothic atmosphere and teasing ambiguity of opera’s greatest ghost story. The strong cast of singers includes Virginia Kerr, Sylvia O’Brien, Catherine Hegarty and Rebekah Coffey. Celso Antunes (Artistic Director of the National Chamber Choir) conducts a thirteen piece orchestra. The Turn of the Screw is credited as Britten’s greatest creation, and this innovative production guarantees to provide an unforgettable emotional and musical experience.8pm. Tickets: €18/15(€12 students). Booking on 056 7761674. Watergate Theatre.
www.watergatekilkenny.com

February 14
Dance Hall Q’s
& Hucklebuck Shoes
The stage story of the original Showband legends, with narration by Ronan Collins. 8pm. Tickets: €25. Booking on 056 7761674. Watergate Theatre.
www.watergatekilkenny.com

February 21
Ossory Youth’s Mini-Tops Variety Show
This annual event is part of the Ossory Youth Creative Programme and is compiled by young people from affiliated clubs throughout the region. This event caters for young people’s creative, artistic & innovative needs and consists of four main categories: Drama, Music/Song & Dance, Comedy and Solo Performance. The evening wraps up with some audience participation, where many members get to perform their favourite songs, courtesy of the Soundwave Karaoke Team. 5.30pm. Tickets: €10 (family), €5 (adults), €3 (students,OAP’s, Club Members). Booking on 056 7761674. Watergate Theatre.
www.watergatekilkenny.com

February 22
Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs
Featuring RTE Puppeteer Paula Lambert, presents a beautiful new production of the all time favourite Family Pantomine. Plus a special visit from the legendary BOSCO! 2pm & 4.30pm. Tickets: €7.50. Booking on 056 7761674. Watergate Theatre.
www.watergatekilkenny.com

Comedy

February 26 to 28
Brendan Grace
Irelands No. 1 Comedian. 8pm. Tickets: €25. Booking on 056 7761674. Watergate Theatre. www.watergatekilkenny.com

Concerts

February 29
Gala Concert
THE KILKENNY MUSIC FESTIVAL will present a Gala Concert. This concert will feature outstanding performances by individual instrumentalists and choirs, who participated in the Kilkenny Music Festival competitons. 7.30pm. Tickets: €12. Booking on 056 7761674. Watergate Theatre.
www.watergatekilkenny.com

Visitor Attractions

September to March
Kilkenny Castle
Fully restored and furnished, a conducted tour of the castle is one of the most popular attractions in Ireland. The castle contains an art gallery and café, extensive grounds, a children’s play area and an audio-visual room. Last tour starts approx. one hour before stated closing time. September to March, daily 10.30am - 12.45pm and 2pm - 5pm. Admission: Adults €5, Senior Citizens and Adult Group Rate €3.50, Children/students €2, Family €11. Tel. 056 7721450. Kilkenny Castle.

Jerpoint Abbey
This 800 year old abbey has a wealth of mediaeval history attached to it. A guide service, a visitor centre and an exhibition brings that history to life. To mid September, daily 9.30am - 6.30pm (5.30pm thereafter), November 10am to 4pm, rest of year open to pre-arranged groups only. Admission: Adults €2.75, Senior Citizens and Adult Group Rate €2, Children €1.25, Family €7.50. Tel. 056 7724623. Jerpoint Abbey.

Saint Canice’s Cathedral
The word ‘Kilkenny’ in Irish means ‘The Church of Canice’. Completed in 1285 the fabric contains many sculpted memorials as testament to the masons art. Open October to Easter, Mon to Sat, 10am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm. Sun, 2pm - 4pm. Open Easter to October, Mon to Sat, 9am - 1pm, and 2pm - 6pm. Sun, 2pm - 6pm. Pre-booked Groups of Adults €3, Students €1.50, Conc. €2. Round Tower admission: Adults €2, Students €1.50. Tel. 056 7764971. Saint Canice’s Cathedral.

Rothe House
Built by merchant prince John Rothe in 1594, the house is in effect three houses separated by cobbled stone courtyards. They are fine examples of a Tudor town house. Rothe House is a heritage centre, and contains a fine period costume display and frequent visiting exhibitions. Rothe House