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We have teamed up with the KitchenRestaurant at The Glasshouse to offeryou a great night out for an unbeatableprice. Choose any of the show offers andsimply contact our box office to bookyour dinner and theatre package before5pm the day before the show.

Alan Fitzmaurice is well known on the Sligoculinary scene, at The Glasshouse he has puttogether an exciting dinner menu that is delightinghotel guests and local diners. The Kitchenrestaurant is a splendid venue for an evening out,overlooking the Garavogue with award winningservice and a vibrant atmosphere.

• Early bird offers include a 3 course table d’Hote menu for €25

• Two courses for €20 • One course for just €15

To book call 071-9194300

3 course meal and ticket: €39.50

To book call 071 916 1518

UnderneathOn My Station

I’m With HerFreddie WhiteMaeve’s House

The Games People PlaySam Lee & The Out of TownersThe Man in the Woman’s Shoes

LúnasaThe Matchmaker

MollThy Will be Done

The Impossible GentlemenDublin City Jazz Orchestra

Liane Carroll and friendsSJP ALL STARS

Hargadons, a traditional Pub, incorporates abusy restaurant with up to the minute kitchenfacilities and top class chefs, producing lunchand evening meals Monday to Saturday, ensuringthat Hargadons is a hive of activity all day long

Live Music Every Friday from 10.00pm

O’Connell Street, Sligowww.hargadons.comMichelin Eating Out In Pubs Guide 2013

Enjoy a Pre-theatre Meal4 Tapas and a bottle of wine for €40

Just show your Hawk’s Well Theatre tickets to avail of this offer (Terms and conditions apply)

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Written and performed by Pat KinevaneDirected by Jim CulletonThurs 23 April, 8pm€18/16conc.Sticks and stones didn't break Her bones, but words and pointing crushed Her. Is Beauty really only skin deep? Does Ugliness hide somewhere deeper? Following the runawayinternational success of Forgottenand Silent, Fishamble presentsPat Kinevane’s third solo play.

Fishamble: The New Play Company

UnderneathFri 24 April, 8pm€12.50/10 u12sThe manipulative Katie Logan pretends to be sick ina bid to ensure her daughter, Mary, stays at home tolook after her and her son, Seán. Mary struggles tocope with the abuse, hoping that someday herboyfriend of many years will finally pop the questionand whisk her away from her mundane life at home.Between newlywed neighbours and a colourful mixof characters arriving through Katie’s door, whoknows what’s in store for all.Proceeds to Sligo Social Services.

Skreen/Dromard Drama Group

Pretend Sick

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Sat 25 April, 8pm€20/18conc.In this very special event, the Hawk’s Wellcelebrates critically acclaimed author, Brian Leyden.Brian's work has crossed many platforms from theworld of publications, to radio and film. Join us andmany of Brian’s friends and peers from the worldof publishing, radio, music and film to pay tribute tohis exceptional achievements. Expect words,expect music, expect art, expect the unexpected.

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On My Station A Celebration of Brian Leyden

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Mon 13 - Tues 14 July, 10am - 1pm€30 (2 day course)Set sail on a pirate adventure with yourfavourite Lego minifigure.

Experienced tutors will share tips and techniqueson set building, filming, editing and creatingsoundscapes. Participants will work in smallgroups and receive a certificate and an online copyof their movie. All materials are supplied includingour mobile film studio kit of iPads so all you needto bring is your favourite Lego mini figure.

Brick Flicks - Pirate

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Sun 26 April, 7.30pm€14/10 u12sFeaturing many familyfavourites from the students ofthe In-Step Stage School this isa show not to be missed.

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Sat 6 - Sun 7 June, 6pm€10Performances by members of thisschool who train in classical ballet,tap, musical theatre, modern jazzand contemporary dance.

Chapel Lane School of Performing Arts

Sat 27 June, 6.30pm Sun 28 June, 3pm€12/10conc.Victoria Walker Dance takes you ona circus dance tale through ballet,tap, modern, jazz and hip hop.

Victoria Walker Dance

The Big Top

Wed 6 - Sun 31 MayOpening Wed 6 May, 5.30pmStill-life is an exhibition of art works created by theRosses Point Art Group for Sligo Arts Service,Bealtaine Festival Sligo 2015. The work on display isinspired by the Yeats sisters, Susan & Elizabeth andtheir love for the imagery of flowers and plants.

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Wed 29 April, 7 - 9.30pm€15For ages 14+ and adults of all ages.Theatre Director Idan Meir will share his experienceworking with polarised communities in Israel,Palestine, Ireland, Northern Ireland and Ukraine in thisForum Theatre workshop. This workshop explores howwe can use theatre as a tool for community andpersonal development. Forum Theatre is part of thelegacy of the late Brazilian Director Augusto Boal's -Theatre of the Oppressed.

"It was like someone going inside you bringing stuff out, Idan's games helped people bond...” Participant from NI

Forum Theatre Workshop

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Fri 1 May, 9.30am, 12pm, 6pmSat 2 May, 12pm 3pm€10/7u12s/25 family/6 schools

Meet Herman and Daisy. They want to make shoesfor your feet. But they owe so much money theybarely can eat. Don’t worry though, the Elves arehere to help! Storytelling with music and aerialcircus for children aged between 4 - 8yrs and theirfamilies. Join the elves inside their workshop andhelp them to make the best pair of shoes evermade. Herman, Daisy and the Elves need you!

Fidget Feet Aerial Dance Theatre

The Elves & The Shoemaker

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Mon 4 May, 8pm€20/18conc./10 u18sAll mainstays of the acoustic,folk and roots music world, SaraWatkins, Sarah Jarosz and AoifeO’Donovan crossed paths manytimes throughout their careers.Sara Watkins is a singer-songwriter and fiddler fromCalifornia and a foundingmember of the progressivebluegrass group Nickel Creek.Sarah Jarosz is a multi-Grammynominated singer, songwriterand multi-instrumentalist whohails from just outside ofAustin, TX and makes her homein New York City. Boston bornAoife O’Donovan is known for her ethereal vocals and substantive songwriting. Performances on the I’m With Her Tour will be a culmination of all three artists playing together as one band; sets will include a mix of each other’s songs, cover songs and traditional songs.

“Dazzling three part harmonies that had power, range and sweetness aplenty…not to be missed”. - Glasswerk

Sara Watkins, Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan

I’m With Her Tour

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Thurs 7 May, 8pm€20/10 u18sBaby Rory Gallagher from Cliffoney, Co.Sligo wasdiagnosed with cerebral palsy spastic diplegia ateight months old. His parents Shauna & Gerry arefundraising to take him to Missouri in the USA forpioneering surgery. The cost of this surgery withaccompanying after-care is €120,000. Seamie O’Dowd and friends take to the stage inwhat promises to be an amazing night for a veryspecial little boy with just one wish….to walk.

Rory Gallagher’s Wish to Walk

A Night for Baby Rory Gallagher with Seamie & Friends Fri 8 May, 8pm

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After the massive success of their first play A BitOn The Side, Conal Gallen and his son Rory, haveonce again come up with a comedy masterpiece. A Bit On The Sunny Side sees our four haplessholidaymakers stumble unwittingly from one crisisto another. Ireland's most dysfunctional couple, theMurphys, are at it again! Join Bridie, Willie, Cynthiaand Dick in sunny Spain for another hilariouscomedy farce. Early booking is advised. Age recommendation: 16+

Conal Gallen: A Bit On The Sunny Side

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Sat 9 (10 - 5pm) - Sun 10 May (10 - 4pm)Weekend €120This weekend course is designed to help you developyour own unique style when speaking in public. Overtwo days you will build your confidence and improveyour preparation and delivery skills. You will developtechniques to cope with performance anxiety and youwill learn to speak with confidence and assurance.

Experienced tutor Ann Russell will help you learn tostructure and organise your ideas to maximise yourimpact.

Effective Public Speaking Sun 10 May, 8pm€18/15conc./9 u18sFreddie White has long been synonymous withmusic of the highest quality. Whether interpretingsongs by his favourite writers such as RandyNewman, Tom Waits, John Hiatt and Guy Clark, orperforming his own classy compositions, Freddie’slive performances are nothing short of legendary. His keen ear for quality songs, undisputed talent forinterpretation and exemplary songwriting skills, standout in his most intimate offering.

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Written and performed by Eamon Morrissey, featuring extracts from the writing of Maeve BrennanDirected by Gerard StembridgeTues 12 May, 8pm€20/18conc.

After a sell-out run at the Abbey Theatre, EamonMorrissey’s delightful one man show goes on tour aspart of the Bealtaine festival. This beautiful story ofbrief encounters and shared experiences featuresextracts from Maeve Brennan’s writing and is a movingportrait of two artists in conversation acrossgenerations.

Eamon Morrissey has been one of Ireland’s best lovedactors for over fifty years. He has been involved inover one hundred productions at the Abbey Theatreand is also a well known face on RTÉ’s Fair City.

‘engrossing’ – New York Times‘something that comes close to pure magic’ – Sunday Independent

Abbey Theatre on Tour

Maeve’s House

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Wed 13 and Thurs 14 May, 8pm€20/10 u18s

Following the huge success of KieranQuinn’s theme nights locally, the Hawk’sWell is delighted to present two veryspecial film theme nights this May.

An all-star cast of local musicians andsingers will celebrate the joy of filmsoundtracks and will be joined by veryspecial guests - the Sligo Academy ofMusic Sinfonietta for what promises tobe a spectacular evening of music. Roll out the red carpet and put on yourglad rags for this oscar style performance.

Early booking is advised.

Kieran Quinn’s Film Theme NightFeaturing Sligo Academy of Music Sinfonietta


Thurs: SOLD OUT

Wed 20 May, 7.30pm€10 (includes complimentary tea/coffee)

Guest Speakers: John McTernan, Adrian Regan,Oliver Fallon, Susan Schreibman

A special evening celebrating Sligo history and themen and women who came before us. In thistime of centenary celebrations, let expertspeakers lead you on a journey into Sligo’s past.Chat to representatives from HazelwoodDemesne, County Sligo Heritage and GenealogyCentre & Letters of 1916 who will have a host ofinteresting items on display in our foyer from6.30pm.

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Sat 16 May, 8pm€20/10 u18sBeneath and beyond the beautifully understated,uncomplicated and uncluttered production on By the Rule, Flannery’s songs usher us into a worldwhich is by times emotional, romantic, dark,insightful and hopeful.

Supported by Niall Connolly, currently ranked No.1in the Reverbnation Folk Charts for New York Cityand whose songs have been covered by more than20 acts worldwide.

Mick FlannerySupported by Niall Connolly

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Please note the performance of The Man in the Woman’s Shoes on 15th May isSOLD OUT. Extra date added – see page 21 for more details.


Thurs 21 May, 8pm€16/14conc./10 friendsAn updated, modern version of Oisín and Niamh in Tírna nÓg, The Games People Play is a moving familydrama about a married couple under pressure fromausterity cuts and negative equity, working to keeptheir marriage from falling apart. Starring Aonghus ÓgMcAnally and Lorna Quinn, it won Best New Play atthe Irish Times Theatre Awards and was the sell-outsuccess of Dublin Fringe Festival.

Rise ProductionsThe Games People Play

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Sun 24 May, 8pm€20/10 u18sAlbert Lee is by common consent one of theworld’s finest guitar-players. In 2002 he appeared atthe star-studded Memorial Concert for GeorgeHarrison at London's Albert Hall and he also playedEric Clapton’s Crossroads guitar festivals alongsideSheryl Crow and Vince Gill. He is also a member ofBill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings. Albert is a doubleGrammy award winning musician, whose talentscontinue to be in demand by fellow performers theworld throughout.

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Bealtaine Sligo 2015

Old FlamesBrian LeydenWed 27 May, 7.30pm & Mon 27 July, 7.30pmFree of charge. Booking requiredBealtaine Festival Sligo is delighted to introduce Old Flames which will feature new work from writer Brian Leyden. This event iscommissioned for 2015 by Sligo Arts Services and the Hawk’s WellTheatre, with funding from Sligo County Council, HSE West and theArts Council of Ireland. Previous Bealtaine commissions by theHawk’s Well Theatre and Sligo Arts Service have included the hugelysuccessful The Man in the Woman’s Shoes (2012), The Poetry ofPlace by Steve Wickham (2013) and Songs from Home with Colm O’Donnell (2014).

Old Flames blends stories and music in a fond look at romance and courtship, house-dances, dowries and matchmaking as recollected by an earlier generation. This show will light up a few fond memories and maybe even rekindle a romantic fire or two….

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Since bursting on to the folk scene at the end of theNoughties, Sam Lee has blazed a trail as anoutstanding singer and song collector, the drivingforce behind the eclectic, award-winning folk club The Nest Collective.

The Out of Towners are a smooth-sounding fourpiece folk and blues band based in Sligo. Their songsare written by singer and guitarist Ollie Alcorn. The band have recentlyreleased their debut EP called DayDreaming.

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in association with Lily Lolly CraftfestSat 13 June - Wed 29 July

Mary Plunkett is a printmaker who specialises inletterpress and lino cut printing and has a particularinterest in book arts. For this exhibition she will becreating books and prints based on the writings ofW. B. Yeats and in the letterpress printing traditionof Elizabeth Yeats and the Cuala press.

Mary PlunkettWords & Fragments Exhibition

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Thurs 28 May, 8pm€15/7.50conc.

Sam Lee & The Out of Towners

Tues 2 June, 11am & 6.30pmWed 3 June, 10am & 12pm€10/8 u12s and schoolsBased on the hugely successful book by Irishauthor Oliver Jeffers, this new show combinespuppetry, original music and the distinctive,evocative design of Teater Refleksion’s MariannAagaard to realise a beautiful and imaginativestory on stage. A non-verbal performance.

Ages: 4 years & upwards. Duration: 40 mins

Teater Refleksion & Branar Téatar

The Way Back Home

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Yeats Day CelebrationsTo celebrate Yeats Day we are delighted to hostDruidShakespeare and the world premiere ofTéada’s new show, inspired by the poetry of W. B.Yeats. We also foster the importance of poetry withtwo competitions annually. See our website fordetails and to download application forms.

Children are invited to write a 5 line poem. This year’s title is The Crazed Girl.

Children’s Poet of the Year Competition

An online poetry competition with a general prize is€500 and an emerging prize of €300 prize for poetsaged between 16 and 25.

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Tues 9 June, Part 1, 7.30pmWed 10 June, Part 2, 7.30pmFri 12 June, Cycle, 5pmSat 13 June, Cycle, 2pmThe cycle runs over two days on Tuesday and Wednesday.

€60/52conc./€6.50 extra with food

DruidShakespeare is an epic theatre event that condenses four action-packed plays – Richard II, Henry IV (Parts 1 & 2), and Henry V – into one thrilling drama played out over six hours.

Richard II’s story is the loss of innocence. A king since he was a child, he now finds his throne under threat andmust consider how a king can become a man, and ask himself how such a man can live.

Henry IV’s story is the price of arrogance. Having plucked the crown from his cousin’s head, he divides houses,enrages nobility and jeopardises the loyalty of his own supporters until he has only his family to turn to.

Henry V’s story is a coming of age. He squanders his youth with scoundrels and mistresses but must face up tohis fate as heir to the throne and mend his ways in order to win the hearts and minds of the nobility and unite hiscountry.

Shakespeare’s tales of ambition, destruction, responsibility and rebellion are performed with an exceptional cast, live music, thrilling drama and a rousing parade of characters including one of Shakespeare’s greatest comic creations, Falstaff.

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Don't miss the theatre highlight of the year!

Druid was the very first company to grace the Hawk’s Wellstage and has a long standing relationship with the theatre.Recent productions of Big Maggie and The Colleen Bawnwere sell out performances.

On this, their 40th birthday we are delighted and honouredto host this epic new production from one of the world’sgreat theatre ensembles.

Cast: Clare Barrett, Derbhle Crotty, Gavin Drea, Bosco Hogan, Garrett Lombard, Karen McCartney, Charlotte McCurry, Aaron Monaghan, Marie Mullen, Rory Nolan, John Olohan, Aisling O’Sullivan, Marty Rea.

SEASON HIGHLIGHT

Enjoy fresh coffee from The Coffee Cart and Valencian Paellacooked fresh on site from The Flamenco Kitchen at Friday orSaturday's cycle performances which includes two intervalsand a dinner break.


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Sun 14 June, 8pm€25/20/12.50 u18s

Téada present Where Benbulben Sets the Scene


A celebration of W.B. Yeats’strong ties with Sligo, thisshow marries music andverse as we journey aroundthe Sligo of Yeats’s poetry.Through a combination ofspoken word, song bySéamus Begley, traditionalmusic of Sligo performed byTéada, sean-nós andcontemporary dance, andevocative landscapephotography we findourselves immersed in theextraordinary work of Yeatsand spellbound by awonderful combination ofrhythm and rhyme.

Due to phenomenal demand The Man in theWoman’s Shoes returns to the Hawk’s Well for asecond night this season. A charming encounter withan ageing man who has a boundless enthusiasm forlife, this show is hilariously funny, tender and at timesdownright daft. Commissioned by Hawk’s WellTheatre with Sligo County Council Arts Service forBealtaine Festival 2012, this award-winning playrecently returned from a sold out run in New York.

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Fri 19 June, 8pm€15/12 Friends

Loco and Reckless ProductionsThe Man in the Woman’s Shoes

May 15: SOLD OUT

Sat 20 June, 2 - 5pmFreeThe Hermit Collective bring their pop-up show tothe Hawk’s Well this June. The collective visitvenues throughout the northwest - hangingpaintings, standing sculptures, delivering poetry andpuppet shows, playing beautiful acoustic music,delivering a feast of artistic experiences to beenjoyed by all. Art and books are available to buy atthese free events. With well over thirty members,participants vary from gig to gig, well known andunknown, but always interesting.

See www.hermitcollective.weebly.com

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Sat 20 June, 8pm€20/10 u18s

On this very special night theHawk’s Well celebrates local musicmaestro Donal (The Dude) McLynn.McLynn’s pub has been in his familyfor three generations. Taking overfrom his father in 1967, Donaljuggled running the pub with a fulltime teaching job, performing sixnights a week with his band at theBaymount and raising a family ofnine. Hundreds of musicians haveperformed at McLynns and thisconcert celebrates the love of musicthat the pub has fostered. Join usand a host of musicians to celebrate“The Dude” this June. Proceedsfrom the night go to St. John’sHospital.

Early booking is advised.

Hawk's Well Theatre

The Dude McLynn

Lúnasa are internationally acknowledged as being thefinest traditional Irish instrumental outfit of recenttimes. They are renowned for their stunning showshoned by superb musicianship and a constant touringcycle. Their inventive arrangements and bass drivengrooves have steered Irish acoustic music intosurprising new territory. Their recordings have beenhailed as some of the best and most important worldmusic albums anywhere, while their blend ofintelligence, innovation, virtuosity, and passion hasbrought them to the forefront of Celtic music.

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By John B. KeaneThurs 25 June, 8pm€20/18conc.This production stars television favourite MaryMcEvoy (Biddie from Glenroe) and Irish actor andcomedian Jon Kenny, who was part of the Irishcomic duo d’Unbelievables with Pat Shortt. Togetherthey play a myriad of characters in this hilarious andearthy dramatic comedy which follows the efforts ofMick Dicky O Connor to make matches for thelonely and lovelorn from all parts of the country. At the centre of this celebrated production is John B. Keane’s marvellous and mischievous wit coupledby his unparalleled way with words.

The Matchmaker

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Music GenerationSummer Camps

With the summer fast approaching it’s time to plan those school free days.Led by professional musicians and experienced tutors, these camps willtruly benefit young budding musicians of all levels.

22 - 26 June: Composition with Neil Martin - Sligo Town22 - 26 June: Performance for Young Musicians - Sligo Town29 June - 2 July: Anything Goes - Hawk’s Well Theatre29 June - 3 July: Junior Davey Bodhrán Academy - Gurteen6 - 10 July: Cairde Percussion & Street Performance - Sligo Town13 - 17 July: Rock Camp with Sligo School of Rock - Grange PPS13 - 17 July: South Sligo Summer School - Tubbercurry20 - 24 July: Singskool - Art Deco Theatre, Ballymote20 - 24 July: Orchestral Adventures - Presbyterian Church Hall21 - 26 July: Sligo Jazz Project Youth Academy – Sligo Town

Bookings: Hawk’s Well Theatre Box Office. Queries: Music Generation Sligo 071 913 8306 | [email protected]

Join the experienced musicians & tutors fromAnything Goes in a camp based on popularmusic. Experience the band's unique take onrock classics and thrilling medleys from TheBeatles to Beyoncé. Try new instruments,explore your voice, explore songwriting andarranging. Perform on the Hawk’s Well stage.

Tutors: Sinead Conway, Dave Flynn, Eddie Lee,Ken McDonald, Kieran Quinn

Mon 29 June - Thurs 2 July, 10am - 4pm. €60Performance Thurs, 5pmAges 8-12 & 13-15. Musical Level: Mixed ability - All welcome

Anything Goes Music Camp

The Parish Priest, Canon Pratt, and his two curateshave resided together in the parish presbytery inrelative happiness for years. However, the previoushousekeeper has passed away and the priests have tofind a new one which is no easy task! After MollKettle is given the job, life in the presbytery will neverbe the same again. A great night’s entertainment, this play is full of laughter.

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By Michael CareyMon 20 July, 8pm€17/15conc.This is the story of two brothers, Jack and Peteenwho live side by side but haven’t spoken in 40 years.Bridie, the home help, has been acting as a go-between. Peteen has had a failed marriage, with awife emigrating to America just before their son wasborn, never to return. When she dies in America,her son returns to Ireland and is torn between hislove for his uncle and his respect for his father. ThyWill be Done has become an international favourite.An evening of laughter and tears, in equal measure.

BeezneezThy Will Be Done

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By John B. KeaneTues 7 - Sat 11 July, 8pm€15/12/45 family/Tues all tickets €10

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Tues 21 July, 8pm€30/25/15 u18sTunisian-born Dhafer Youssef is a highly-praised virtuoso of the oud,the Arabic lute, as well as a singer and composer. Dhafer developed aninterest in jazz at an early age and later moved to Europe to progresshis jazz career. He has released six albums, the latest of which is BirdsRequiem which he brings to the Hawk’s Well during Sligo Jazz Projectthis summer. Dhafer will be joined by pianist Kristjan Randalu, doublebass player, Phil Donkin and Ferenc Nemeth on drums for whatpromises to be one of the highlights of the festival.

Festival Ticket €80 (Covers all concerts at the Hawk’s Well Theatre)

Hawk’s Well Theatre and Sligo Jazz ProjectDhafer Youssef: Birds Requiem

SLIGO JAZZ PROJECTCelebrating 10 years of world class jazz performance and education

Wed 22 July, 8pm€18/15conc./9 u18s

The Impossible Gentlemen

This US/UK quartet features bassist Steve Rodby, drummer AdamNussbaum, guitarist Mike Walker and pianist Gwilym Simcock. One of the best combos on the planet - Toledo Blade.

Thurs 23 July, 8pm€18/15conc./9 u18s

Dublin City Jazz Orchestra with special guest Ernie Watts, saxophone

Fri 24 July, 8pm€18/15conc./9 u18s

Liane Carroll and Friends

Sat 25 July, 8pm€18/15conc./9 u18s

SJP ALL STARS with Ernie Watts, Chuck Rainey and many more

Dublin City Jazz Orchestra return to Sligo for the third time in SJP’s ten yearhistory. Ernie Watts is one of the most versatile and prolific saxophoneplayers in the world.

Award winning UK jazz vocalist and pianist, Liane Carroll has recordedwith Paul McCartney and headlined the Glastonbury Festival. In thisintimate concert she will be joined by a variety of SJP 10th anniversaryfaculty members.

One of the most highly anticipated SJP All Star concerts ever, this year’sstellar line up of 15 world-class jazz musicians look set to deliver anunforgettable night of stunning music.


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Sun 26 July – Fri 7 AugustThe 56th Yeats International Summer School will be the highlight of thenational year of celebration to mark the 150th anniversary of the birth ofW.B. Yeats. For more information visit www.yeatssociety.com

Sun 26 July, 2.30pmFree

Summer School Opening

Mon 27 - Fri 31 July & Mon 3 - Fri 7 Aug9.30am & 11.15am€10

Lectures

By William Butler YeatsFri 7 Aug, 8pm€10/8conc.

Calvary

A fully-staged production incorporating verse-speaking, drama, music,dance, and the use of masks will be performed by students of theSummer School Drama Workshop. Directed and produced by theinternationally acclaimed Yeats actor and director Sam McCready.

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A programme of events inspired by brothers William Butler and Jack Yeats.

Tues 28 July, 9pm€5Join us for an open mic storytelling night alongside special guests including thespellbinding Neil Horgan. Our theme for the evening is Love. Bring your 5minute story and embrace the energy and authenticity generated by truthtelling, so often more interesting and entertaining than fiction.

Legend

Thurs 30 July, 8pm€18/15conc./9 u18sThere’s nothing quite like the intense musical understanding of family members who draw from the same well of inspiration. What better siblings to celebrate the concept of ‘two peas in a musical pod’ than Liz and Yvonne Kanefrom Connemara, and Cathal and StevenHayden from Pomeroy. Fiddlers all, thesesisters and brothers have wonderfullydifferent fiddling styles and areaccompanied by John Blake andSeamie O’Dowd respectively.

String Siblings:The Kane Sisters and The Hayden Brothers

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Fidget Feet Aerial Dance & Hawk’s Well Theatre

The Second ComingThurs 6 & Sun 9 Aug, 8pm€20/10 u18s


SEASON HIGHLIGHTOn this day begins an inspired journey to liferediscovered. Ireland’s greatest poet, W. B.Yeats has returned. This is the story of hissecond coming. The Second Coming is a spectacle - a feast for the senses featuringtraditional Irish music and dance,theatre, film and aerial circus.Witness a gravity-defying troupeof performers who will leaveyou spellbound. Come andsee the heart of Irish culturebeing set free and givenwings to fly.

like the cast of Riverdance has been plugged into a live socket…the Irishdance is both skilful and playful, while the aerial work is truly magical.’The Scotsman ****

Fri 31 July - Sun 27 SeptOpening Fri 31 July, 5pm

The landscape of the North-West of Ireland is one that is constantlychanging. From eroding sand dunes to waterfalls sprung from rockfaces, no two features are ever the same. Join renowned photoblogger, Val Robus (aka Magnumlady) on a very personal journeythrough the landscapes that have inspired her - and her camera lens -for almost a decade.

Val RobusWild Atlantic Wayfarer Exhibition

Fri 31 July, 8pm€18/15conc./9 u18sThe Swing era dominated the American music, danceand fashion scene for a decade from the mid-30s.Bringing that exciting big band sound back to life isthe effervescent Tabby Callaghan and a top classband of superb musicians led by Kieran Quinn.

Swing Sligo


Thurs 13 Aug, 8pm€20/18conc./10 u18sWhether performing with the hugely influential Planxtyor as soloist with the RTÉ National SymphonyOrchestra, Liam O’Flynn is recognised as a truemaster on the pipes. He is joined by one of Ireland'sleading traditional fiddle players, Paddy Glackin andSligo man, Seamie O’Dowd, one of the most lovedand respected guitarists in the country. A rareopportunity to enjoy this trio of masters in such anintimate setting.

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Wed 12 Aug, 8pm€25/12.50 u18s

One of the finest traditional singers in Ireland today,Cathy Jordan has gathered some of her closestmusical friends to deliver a delectable evening oftraditional music and song. A longstanding memberof Dervish, the legendary Sligo band will perform inthis celebratory concert alongside many musicalcollaborators from Cathy’s illustrious career including;The Unwanted, The New Road, The Henry Girls,Seamus Begley and many more.

Cathy Jordan and Friends

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Mon 10 Aug, 8pm€15/7.50 u18s/40 familyIn this very special concert, masters and apprentices oftraditional music join together for Fleadh Cheoil 2015.With an exciting blend of fiddle and guitar music, ZoëConway & John McIntyre are renowned for wonderfularrangements of traditional Irish music. The ease withwhich they blend other musical genres, such asclassical, jazz and world music into their repertoireshowcases their incredible skill and virtuosity. Joiningthem in this exciting and moving performance is theSligo Academy of Music Sinfonietta and talentedyoung traditional Sligo musicians.

Individually recognised as leading figures in traditionalIrish music, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Brian Fitzgerald andMichael Rooney made a critically acclaimed album 15years ago. From Clare, Limerick and Monaghanrespectively, they have a host of All-Ireland titles andawards to their names, and we are delighted to bringthem back together on the occasion of the FleadhCheoil in Sligo to showcase their astounding skill,diversity and virtuosity. Support is from LOKI - one ofSligo’s most exciting emerging traditional music groups.

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Tues 11 Aug, 8pm€18/15conc./9 u18s

Oisín Mac Diarmada, Brian Fitzgeraldand Michael Rooney & LOKI

Music Generation Sligo

Fleadh Fusions 2015


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They're back. A traditional Irish music band forchildren, The Speks live on a mysterious Island offthe coast of Co. Clare called Glasses Island, whereeverybody wears glasses! They perform theirnursery rhymes and sing-along songs set toacoustic Irish music while encouraging kids to singand dance along. This is a great, fun event for kids.Previous shows have sold out quickly so earlybooking is advised.

Ages: 2 – 7yrs. Duration: 45mins. FL

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The SpeksFri 14 Aug, 8pm€20/16conc./10 u18s

The flutes of Brian Finnegan and Sarah Allen, theguitar of Ed Boyd and the bodhrán of John Joe Kellyweave and spin traditionally rooted tunes into thebreathtaking sound of the groundbreaking bandFlook. This sensational live act possesses a rareblend of fiery technical brilliance, delicate ensembleinteraction and a bold, adventurous musicalimagination. Flook's ability to weave sheer musicalmagic from seemingly minimal elements – twoflutes, a guitar, and a bodhrán - yields a sound unlikeany other on today's Celtic scene.

FlookSat 15 Aug, 8pm€20/18conc./10 u18sHailing from County Waterford, Kerry, Dublin andDonegal, Danú is one of the leading traditional Irishensembles of today. Their high energy concertsfeature a glorious mix of traditional Irish music andsong and new repertoire. Danú’s virtuosi players onflute, tin whistle, fiddle, button accordion, bouzouki,and vocals (Irish and English), have performed aroundthe globe and recorded seven critically acclaimedalbums. Winners of numerous awards from the BBCand Irish Music Magazine, we are delighted towelcome them to Sligo and the Fleadh Cheoil duringtheir 20th anniversary year.

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Sun 16 Aug, 8pm€25/12.50 u18s

Gerry O’Beirne is one of Ireland’s most loved andrespected songwriters. Songs such as WesternHighway, The Holy Ground and Shades of Gloriahave become classic Irish folk songs of our time. A former member of the band Midnight Well, Gerryis no stranger to Sligo and in this very specialconcert musicians and singers from near and fargather to celebrate his songs. Gerry will be joinedon the night by Maura O’Connell, Seamus Begley,Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, Pauline Scanlon andmany, many more.

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Thurs 10 Sept, 8pmSandy Kelly

Thurs 17 Sept, 8pm

Beezneez

Turning MammyFri 25 Sept, 8pmCherish the Ladies

Wed 30 Sept, 8pm

Blue Raincoat Theatre Company

The Playboy of the Western World

At a GlanceAPRILThurs 23 April Underneath 4Fri 24 April Pretend Sick 5Sat 25 April A Celebration of Brian Leyden 5Sun 26 April In-Step Stage School 6Wed 29 April Forum Theatre Workshop 6

MAYFri 1 & Sat 2 May The Elves & The Shoemaker 7Mon 4 May I’m With Her Tour 8Thurs 7 May A Night for Baby Rory Gallagher 9Fri 8 May Conal Gallen 9Sat 9 & Sun 10 May Effective Public Speaking 10Sun 10 May Freddie White 10Tues 12 May Maeve’s House – Abbey Theatre 11Wed 13 & Thurs 14 May Kieran Quinn’s Film Theme Night 12Fri 15 May The Man in the Woman’s Shoes 21Sat 16 May Mick Flannery 13Wed 20 May The Way We Were 13Thurs 21 May The Games People Play 14Sun 24 May Albert Lee & Hogan’s Heroes 14Wed 27 May Bealtaine Sligo 2015 - Old Flames 15Thurs 28 May Sam Lee & The Out of Towners 16

JUNETues 9 - Sat 13 June DruidShakespeare 18Sun 14 June Téada 20Fri 19 June The Man in the Woman’s Shoes 21Sat 20 June The Hermit Collective 21Sat 20 June The Dude McLynn 22Wed 24 June Lúnasa 23Thurs 25 June The Matchmaker 23Sat 27 & Sun 28 June The Big Top 6Mon 29 June - 2 July Anything Goes Music Camp 24

JULYTues 7 - Sat 11 July Moll 25Mon 13 - Tues 14 July Brick Flicks 4Mon 20 July Thy Will Be Done 25Tues 21 July SJP - Dhafer Youssef 26Wed 22 July SJP - The Impossible Gentlemen 26Thurs 23 July SJP - Dublin City Jazz Orchestra 27Fri 24 July SJP - Liane Carroll and Friends 27Sat 25 July SJP ALL STARS 27Sun 26 July Yeats Summer School Opening 28Mon 27 July - 7 Aug Summer School Lectures 28Mon 27 July Old Flames 15Tues 28 July Legend 29Thurs 30 July String Siblings 29Fri 31 July Swing Sligo 30

EXHIBITIONSWed 6 - Sun 31 May Rosses Point Art Group 7Sat 13 June - Wed 29 July Mary Plunkett 17Fri 31 July - Sun 27 Sept Val Robus 30

COMING SOONThurs 10 Sept Sandy Kelly 36Thurs 17 Sept Turning Mammy 36Fri 25 Sept Cherish the Ladies 36Wed 30 Sept The Playboy of the Western World 36

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