Dublin Area Events Calendar

Boyzone | The Farewell Tour
3Arena, Thursday 24th January 2019
After 25 years together, Boyzone announce details of their 25th Anniversary and Farewell Arena Tour.

Ronan, Keith, Mikey and Shane: “When we started out as five young Dublin Northsiders, eager to face the world, we never imagined that we'd still have an army of fans some twenty-five years later… If you'd seen our famous first TV appearance on The Late Late Show, you'd probably be surprised too!

But what followed was the stuff of dreams. We've played stadiums and arenas all over the world, released six albums, and had almost two-dozen hits. We really can't put into words just how much you, the fans, have supported us along the way. Without that support, we would have never achieved what we have, and for that we're eternally grateful.

We've had some tough times too. The loss of Stephen left scars that we will carry as a band forever. We were immensely touched by all the tributes and messages of support that helped us through the dark days. Stephen was our brother and will always be at the very the heart of Boyzone.

Twenty-five years is a long time. We're certainly not boys anymore, and we all feel that we should now call time on our lives together as Boyzone and go out on a real high.

For our final album, Thank You & Goodnight we recorded twelve brand new tracks that we hope you'll enjoy listening to as much as we've enjoyed making them.

We're especially excited to share a very special tribute to Stephen in the shape of a new song, I Can Dream. We came across a demo that he originally recorded for his solo album in 2002 and we've had the opportunity to re-work the song and add our harmonies alongside his lead vocal. It was a bittersweet experience to hear all our voices together again. It's the closest the five of us will ever get to being in a room together again making music.

And we're also eager to invite you all to one final celebration of twenty-five years of Boyzone and our journey together. We would love for you to raise the roof one last time as we head out on our farewell UK and Ireland arena tour.

We know this love's forever. That's all that matters, no matter what…”

Tickets on sale Friday 22 June at 9.00am

Date:Thursday 24th January 2019Time:6.30pmPrice:€44.05 - €76.00Address:3Arena, North Wall Quay, North Dock, Dublin 1, Ireland

Jason Byrne – You Can Come In, But Don’t Start Anything
Draíocht, Thursday 24th January - Friday 25th January 2019
Jason Byrne – You Can Come In, But Don't Start Anything. A brand new show from ‘The Outright King of Live Comedy' – The Times.

The star of ‘Ireland's Got Talent', Jason Byrne is one the most exciting live comedy performers in the world. What he achieves on a stage cannot be adequately described by audience members, critics or fellow comics. Thus his legendary shows become a secret shared experience among his audience. Every night stars are born, friendships are formed, mascara is ruined and pants are binned. Don't miss the chance to become part of this unique comedy experience but don't forget to bring spare pants.

This Show is for Over 15's.

Date:Thursday 24th January - Friday 25th January 2019Time:8.00pmPrice:€20 | €22Address:Draíocht, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, Ireland

Technological University Dublin | MBA Information Morning
DIT Aungier Street, Thursday 24th January 2019
The pursuit of an MBA qualification at Ireland's first Technological University can energise your career in 2019. Register to attend the MBA Information Morning at TU Dublin – Aungier St. to learn more about this internationally recognised, AMBA accredited qualification.

This MBA is designed to develop your leadership potential and to encourage your strategic thinking. TU Dublin aims to help you to become an insightful leader and innovator in your organisation and business field. Attendees at the MBA Information Morning will benefit from the opportunity to speak one-to-one with programme management, lecturers and alumni about all aspects of the programme including our applied curriculum, the international study visit and the practicalities of enrolling.

Date:Thursday 24th January 2019Time:8.30amPrice:Free - Registration requiredAddress:DIT Aungier Street, Aungier Street, Dublin, Ireland
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South Dublin On Ice @ Tallaght Stadium will open from Friday November 16th to Sunday January 21st

The spectacular Ice Rink at Tallaght Stadium will be the centrepiece of the festival this year and is sure to attract thousands of skaters young and old to the town.

The Ridleys
Abbey Theatre, Tuesday 15th January - Saturday 26th January 2019
The Irish premieres of Philip Ridley's compelling companion plays, Tonight With Donny Stixx and Dark Vanilla Jungle; both darkly hilarious, searingly honest and painfully poetic.
Expect to be surprised. Expect to be amazed. But most of all… expect the unexpected as Donny Stixx transforms into the greatest magician of all time. They want to know why he committed the shocking act. They want to know what is wrong with him. All Donny wants is… his own television show.

Crave a family. Crave a home. Andrea has done more than craved… she has taken extreme lengths to find them. They keep asking is she ashamed of what she did to the soldier. Of what she did to the baby. But Andrea is not ashamed and the mind too will take extreme lengths… to survive.

Theatre Upstairs, the home of new writing, partners for the first time with the Abbey Theatre as Karl Shiels directs riveting talents Katie Honan and Rex Ryan in two stories, presented in one night.

Tonight With Donny Stixx and Dark Vanilla Jungle will be performed each evening – one ticket for both plays.

Date:Tuesday 15th January - Saturday 26th January 2019Time:8.00pmPrice:€13- €25Address:Abbey Theatre, Abbey Street Lower, North City, Dublin 1, Ireland

First Fortnight European Mental Health Art and Culture Festival
Nationwide, Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019
First Fortnight: European mental health arts and cultural festival comes to Ireland for the first time with the aim of challenging mental health stigma.

A first for Ireland, audiences will enjoy mental health-related music, theatre, film and spoken word from 16 nations (Ireland, Hungary, Scotland, England, Wales, France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Belgium, Romania, Greece, Italy and Lithuania), as Europe aims to start 2019 by challenging mental health stigma and using arts events to create open discussion and understanding of mental health problems. First Fortnight is a mental health arts charity that began as a kitchen conversation 10 years ago and has grown from one event to more than 150 events nationwide. In 2018 over 8,000 people attended First Fortnight festival events nationwide.

Actor Emmet Kirwan, screenwriter and playwright Stefanie Preissner, musicians The Academic, Saint Sister and former athlete David Gillick will join artists from across Europe in challenging mental health stigma throughout Ireland this January.

Date:Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019Time:VariesPrice:VariesAddress:Dublin, Ireland

Calendar Girls The Musical
BGE Theatre, Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019
Calendar Girls The Musical by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth is the award-winning production based on the true story of the calendar girls – a group of ordinary ladies who achieved something extraordinary. This marvellous musical comedy which received fantastic five-star reviews in London's West End now comes to Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.

Starring Fern Britton, Anna-Jane Casey, Sara Crowe, Karen Dunbar, Ruth Madoc, Rebecca Storm and Denise Welch. The Times described Calendar Girls the Musical as ‘pure gold'. Don't miss your chance to see this glorious production straight from London's West End!

Running Time: 2 hours and 35 minutes including one interval.

Date:Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019Time:2.30pm | 7.30pmPrice:€21+Address:Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublín 2, Ireland
WEBSITE
@THEGIRLSMUSICAL
GET TICKETS

The First Protestant
Smock Alley Theatre, Wednesday 23rd January - Saturday 26th January 2019
The First Protestant is a gripping psychological drama with moments of intensity and also unexpected comedy. The play presents a tense duel between Martin Luther and the shadowy figure of the Analyst, and through it the life and struggles of Luther, the monk who defied the Catholic church with profound repercussions for Christendom. The play probes the far-reaching influence of Luther’s thinking on such leaders as Bismark and Hitler and also finds echoes in current events such as a European banking collapse and threats to global peace. The First Protestant written by Gerry Farrell, is directed by Prin Duignan and stars Michael Roper as Martin Luther and Gerry Farrell as the analyst.

For those who enjoy good writing and top class performances this is the show for you.For those with a love of history and politics and enjoy drawing on the lessons of history to today. And for those who are fascinated about human nature and what makes people tick, especially those who that have stood up and continue to stand up to challenge the status quo. Expect to to be bowled over by a fast flowing intelligent dialogue, Expect to laugh. Expect to enjoy a great nights entertainment!

Date:Wednesday 23rd January - Saturday 26th January 2019Time:7.30pmPrice:€15 - €20Address:Smock Alley Theatre, 1662, Exchange Street Lower, Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland

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Jason Byrne – You Can Come In, But Don’t Start Anything
Draíocht, Thursday 24th January - Friday 25th January 2019
Jason Byrne – You Can Come In, But Don't Start Anything. A brand new show from ‘The Outright King of Live Comedy' – The Times.

The star of ‘Ireland's Got Talent', Jason Byrne is one the most exciting live comedy performers in the world. What he achieves on a stage cannot be adequately described by audience members, critics or fellow comics. Thus his legendary shows become a secret shared experience among his audience. Every night stars are born, friendships are formed, mascara is ruined and pants are binned. Don't miss the chance to become part of this unique comedy experience but don't forget to bring spare pants.

This Show is for Over 15's.

Date:Thursday 24th January - Friday 25th January 2019Time:8.00pmPrice:€20 | €22Address:Draíocht, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15, Ireland

The Cripple of Inishmaan
Gaiety Theatre, Friday 25th January - Saturday 9th March 2019
Martin McDonagh's work is known and loved by both theatre and film audiences alike. The Cripple of Inishmaan is set on the small Aran Islands community of Inishmaan (Inis Meáin), off the Western Coast of Ireland in 1934, where the inhabitants are excited to learn of a Hollywood film crew's arrival in neighbouring Inishmore (Inis Mór) to make a documentary about life on the islands. ‘Cripple' Billy Claven, eager to escape the gossip, poverty and boredom of Inishmaan, vies for a part in the film and to everyone's surprise, the orphan and outcast gets his chance… or so some believe.

Date:Friday 25th January - Saturday 9th March 2019Time:2.30pm | 7.30pmPrice:€21+Address:The Gaiety Theatre, Dublin 2, Ireland
WEBSITE
@GAIETY_THEATRE
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Guinness PRO14 Leinster Rugby vs Scarlets
RDS, Friday 25th January 2019
The visit of Wayne Pivac's Scarlets side is set to be one of the highlights of the season's schedule. This match will also provide a fascinating insight into the health of both the Irish and the Welsh national squads as they enter the upcoming Six Nations Championship.

Amazingly, Leinster and Scarlets squared off four times last season, meeting in the semi-final of the European Champions Cup and the final of the Guinness PRO14. Leinster ran out winners in both competitions, and registered three wins and a draw against their Welsh rivals, but the results only tell part of the story. Having won the the Guinness PRO12 title the season before, and having wowed Europe with a scintillating brand of attacking rugby, the Scarlets ran Leinster close in all but one of their encounters, and all the games proved to be exhilarating affairs.

This has the potential to be a riveting clash between the two of Europe's best clubs, and it might even be a preview for the competition's final. This is one you really won't want to miss.

Date:Friday 25th January 2019Time:7.35pmPrice:€10 - €70Address:RDS Main Arena, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, Ireland
WEBSITE
@LEINSTERRUGBY
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The Ark – TradFest Children’s Hub
The Ark, Friday 25th January - Sunday 27th January 2019
A jam-packed programme of traditional music and craft activities, with concerts, workshops and sessions for schools & families.

TradGigs for Children: Pólca 4
Seedlings Workshops: Sewing Someone to Love
Family Workshop: Bodhrán Beats & Rhythms
Give Trad a Try
Children's Open Trad Session
Children's Crafts Club
Date:Friday 25th January - Sunday 27th January 2019Time:VariesPrice:VariesAddress:The Ark, Dublin, Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland
WEBSITE
@THEARKDUBLIN
FACEBOOK

South Dublin On Ice @ Tallaght Stadium will open from Friday November 16th to Sunday January 21st

The spectacular Ice Rink at Tallaght Stadium will be the centrepiece of the festival this year and is sure to attract thousands of skaters young and old to the town.

The Ridleys
Abbey Theatre, Tuesday 15th January - Saturday 26th January 2019
The Irish premieres of Philip Ridley's compelling companion plays, Tonight With Donny Stixx and Dark Vanilla Jungle; both darkly hilarious, searingly honest and painfully poetic.
Expect to be surprised. Expect to be amazed. But most of all… expect the unexpected as Donny Stixx transforms into the greatest magician of all time. They want to know why he committed the shocking act. They want to know what is wrong with him. All Donny wants is… his own television show.

Crave a family. Crave a home. Andrea has done more than craved… she has taken extreme lengths to find them. They keep asking is she ashamed of what she did to the soldier. Of what she did to the baby. But Andrea is not ashamed and the mind too will take extreme lengths… to survive.

Theatre Upstairs, the home of new writing, partners for the first time with the Abbey Theatre as Karl Shiels directs riveting talents Katie Honan and Rex Ryan in two stories, presented in one night.

Tonight With Donny Stixx and Dark Vanilla Jungle will be performed each evening – one ticket for both plays.

Date:Tuesday 15th January - Saturday 26th January 2019Time:8.00pmPrice:€13- €25Address:Abbey Theatre, Abbey Street Lower, North City, Dublin 1, Ireland

First Fortnight European Mental Health Art and Culture Festival
Nationwide, Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019
First Fortnight: European mental health arts and cultural festival comes to Ireland for the first time with the aim of challenging mental health stigma.

A first for Ireland, audiences will enjoy mental health-related music, theatre, film and spoken word from 16 nations (Ireland, Hungary, Scotland, England, Wales, France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Belgium, Romania, Greece, Italy and Lithuania), as Europe aims to start 2019 by challenging mental health stigma and using arts events to create open discussion and understanding of mental health problems. First Fortnight is a mental health arts charity that began as a kitchen conversation 10 years ago and has grown from one event to more than 150 events nationwide. In 2018 over 8,000 people attended First Fortnight festival events nationwide.

Actor Emmet Kirwan, screenwriter and playwright Stefanie Preissner, musicians The Academic, Saint Sister and former athlete David Gillick will join artists from across Europe in challenging mental health stigma throughout Ireland this January.

Date:Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019Time:VariesPrice:VariesAddress:Dublin, Ireland

Calendar Girls The Musical
BGE Theatre, Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019
Calendar Girls The Musical by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth is the award-winning production based on the true story of the calendar girls – a group of ordinary ladies who achieved something extraordinary. This marvellous musical comedy which received fantastic five-star reviews in London's West End now comes to Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.

Starring Fern Britton, Anna-Jane Casey, Sara Crowe, Karen Dunbar, Ruth Madoc, Rebecca Storm and Denise Welch. The Times described Calendar Girls the Musical as ‘pure gold'. Don't miss your chance to see this glorious production straight from London's West End!

Running Time: 2 hours and 35 minutes including one interval.

Date:Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019Time:2.30pm | 7.30pmPrice:€21+Address:Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublín 2, Ireland
WEBSITE
@THEGIRLSMUSICAL
GET TICKETS

The First Protestant
Smock Alley Theatre, Wednesday 23rd January - Saturday 26th January 2019
The First Protestant is a gripping psychological drama with moments of intensity and also unexpected comedy. The play presents a tense duel between Martin Luther and the shadowy figure of the Analyst, and through it the life and struggles of Luther, the monk who defied the Catholic church with profound repercussions for Christendom. The play probes the far-reaching influence of Luther’s thinking on such leaders as Bismark and Hitler and also finds echoes in current events such as a European banking collapse and threats to global peace. The First Protestant written by Gerry Farrell, is directed by Prin Duignan and stars Michael Roper as Martin Luther and Gerry Farrell as the analyst.

For those who enjoy good writing and top class performances this is the show for you.For those with a love of history and politics and enjoy drawing on the lessons of history to today. And for those who are fascinated about human nature and what makes people tick, especially those who that have stood up and continue to stand up to challenge the status quo. Expect to to be bowled over by a fast flowing intelligent dialogue, Expect to laugh. Expect to enjoy a great nights entertainment!

Date:Wednesday 23rd January - Saturday 26th January 2019Time:7.30pmPrice:€15 - €20Address:Smock Alley Theatre, 1662, Exchange Street Lower, Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland

Welcome to The Board - a new way to network and learn.

Join us as we enjoy a delicious brunch, hear from amazing speakers, and receive an exclusive goodie bag.

The Board is a new series of events designed to help you make the most of your year. Whether its bagging the promotion youve always wanted, launching a business, or scaling your current project The Board brings women together to learn, network, and grow. Hear from some of Irelands best to learn insider tips, dine with fellow women who arent afraid to chase their dreams, and feel inspired. This is going to be something special, so reserve your seat now to join The Board. Tickets include prosecco on arrival, brunch served with a gin & tonic (or mocktail if you prefer) and an exclusive goodie bag. Gluten free and vegetarian options are available.

Speakers

Lesiele Juliet - Stylist/Creative Director & Founder of ETC.

Having worked with everyone from Chupi to Pippa O'Connor to Tesco, Lesiele Juliet is one of Ireland's most recognised Stylists/Creative Directors. If you've ever wondered about what goes behind the scenes on shoots, or want to know how influencer events get so glam, or what it's like to start up your own business Lesiele will be sharing her insights and tips on how to build the portfolio of your dreams.

Sarah OHegarty - Managing Editor/ Fashion Editor Irish Tatler

Lauded as Irelands style bible, Irish Tatler is one of the countrys leading style magazines. Following an education in journalism Sarah OHegarty joined the team there and is now the Managing Editor/Fashion Editor of the glossy. Whether youre looking to channel your own personal style, want to know whats coming for 2019, or want to cut your teeth in the fashion industry - theres no better insider.

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The Cripple of Inishmaan
Gaiety Theatre, Friday 25th January - Saturday 9th March 2019
Martin McDonagh's work is known and loved by both theatre and film audiences alike. The Cripple of Inishmaan is set on the small Aran Islands community of Inishmaan (Inis Meáin), off the Western Coast of Ireland in 1934, where the inhabitants are excited to learn of a Hollywood film crew's arrival in neighbouring Inishmore (Inis Mór) to make a documentary about life on the islands. ‘Cripple' Billy Claven, eager to escape the gossip, poverty and boredom of Inishmaan, vies for a part in the film and to everyone's surprise, the orphan and outcast gets his chance… or so some believe.

Date:Friday 25th January - Saturday 9th March 2019Time:2.30pm | 7.30pmPrice:€21+Address:The Gaiety Theatre, Dublin 2, Ireland
WEBSITE
@GAIETY_THEATRE
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Dublin Smartphone Film Festival
Teeling Whiskey Distillery, Saturday 26th January 2019
The Dublin Smartphone Film Festival is a international festival dedicated to celebrating work shot on Smartphone and Tablets.
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No longer is expensive technology a barrier to creativity. The mobile phone has expanded the scope and freedom for filmmakers, providing limitless possibilities in the palm of your hand.

The festival was created with the goal of encouraging filmmakers to share the stories they have captured on mobile devices and to provide smartphone filmmakers with a platform to exhibit these stories to a wider audience.

Date:Saturday 26th January 2019Time:7.30pmPrice:€15Address:Teeling Whiskey Distillery, Newmarket, Merchants Quay, Dublin 8, Ireland

The Ark – TradFest Children’s Hub
The Ark, Friday 25th January - Sunday 27th January 2019
A jam-packed programme of traditional music and craft activities, with concerts, workshops and sessions for schools & families.

TradGigs for Children: Pólca 4
Seedlings Workshops: Sewing Someone to Love
Family Workshop: Bodhrán Beats & Rhythms
Give Trad a Try
Children's Open Trad Session
Children's Crafts Club
Date:Friday 25th January - Sunday 27th January 2019Time:VariesPrice:VariesAddress:The Ark, Dublin, Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland
WEBSITE
@THEARKDUBLIN
FACEBOOK

South Dublin On Ice @ Tallaght Stadium will open from Friday November 16th to Sunday January 21st

The spectacular Ice Rink at Tallaght Stadium will be the centrepiece of the festival this year and is sure to attract thousands of skaters young and old to the town.

The Ridleys
Abbey Theatre, Tuesday 15th January - Saturday 26th January 2019
The Irish premieres of Philip Ridley's compelling companion plays, Tonight With Donny Stixx and Dark Vanilla Jungle; both darkly hilarious, searingly honest and painfully poetic.
Expect to be surprised. Expect to be amazed. But most of all… expect the unexpected as Donny Stixx transforms into the greatest magician of all time. They want to know why he committed the shocking act. They want to know what is wrong with him. All Donny wants is… his own television show.

Crave a family. Crave a home. Andrea has done more than craved… she has taken extreme lengths to find them. They keep asking is she ashamed of what she did to the soldier. Of what she did to the baby. But Andrea is not ashamed and the mind too will take extreme lengths… to survive.

Theatre Upstairs, the home of new writing, partners for the first time with the Abbey Theatre as Karl Shiels directs riveting talents Katie Honan and Rex Ryan in two stories, presented in one night.

Tonight With Donny Stixx and Dark Vanilla Jungle will be performed each evening – one ticket for both plays.

Date:Tuesday 15th January - Saturday 26th January 2019Time:8.00pmPrice:€13- €25Address:Abbey Theatre, Abbey Street Lower, North City, Dublin 1, Ireland

First Fortnight European Mental Health Art and Culture Festival
Nationwide, Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019
First Fortnight: European mental health arts and cultural festival comes to Ireland for the first time with the aim of challenging mental health stigma.

A first for Ireland, audiences will enjoy mental health-related music, theatre, film and spoken word from 16 nations (Ireland, Hungary, Scotland, England, Wales, France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Belgium, Romania, Greece, Italy and Lithuania), as Europe aims to start 2019 by challenging mental health stigma and using arts events to create open discussion and understanding of mental health problems. First Fortnight is a mental health arts charity that began as a kitchen conversation 10 years ago and has grown from one event to more than 150 events nationwide. In 2018 over 8,000 people attended First Fortnight festival events nationwide.

Actor Emmet Kirwan, screenwriter and playwright Stefanie Preissner, musicians The Academic, Saint Sister and former athlete David Gillick will join artists from across Europe in challenging mental health stigma throughout Ireland this January.

Date:Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019Time:VariesPrice:VariesAddress:Dublin, Ireland

Calendar Girls The Musical
BGE Theatre, Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019
Calendar Girls The Musical by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth is the award-winning production based on the true story of the calendar girls – a group of ordinary ladies who achieved something extraordinary. This marvellous musical comedy which received fantastic five-star reviews in London's West End now comes to Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.

Starring Fern Britton, Anna-Jane Casey, Sara Crowe, Karen Dunbar, Ruth Madoc, Rebecca Storm and Denise Welch. The Times described Calendar Girls the Musical as ‘pure gold'. Don't miss your chance to see this glorious production straight from London's West End!

Running Time: 2 hours and 35 minutes including one interval.

Date:Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019Time:2.30pm | 7.30pmPrice:€21+Address:Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublín 2, Ireland
WEBSITE
@THEGIRLSMUSICAL
GET TICKETS

The First Protestant
Smock Alley Theatre, Wednesday 23rd January - Saturday 26th January 2019
The First Protestant is a gripping psychological drama with moments of intensity and also unexpected comedy. The play presents a tense duel between Martin Luther and the shadowy figure of the Analyst, and through it the life and struggles of Luther, the monk who defied the Catholic church with profound repercussions for Christendom. The play probes the far-reaching influence of Luther’s thinking on such leaders as Bismark and Hitler and also finds echoes in current events such as a European banking collapse and threats to global peace. The First Protestant written by Gerry Farrell, is directed by Prin Duignan and stars Michael Roper as Martin Luther and Gerry Farrell as the analyst.

For those who enjoy good writing and top class performances this is the show for you.For those with a love of history and politics and enjoy drawing on the lessons of history to today. And for those who are fascinated about human nature and what makes people tick, especially those who that have stood up and continue to stand up to challenge the status quo. Expect to to be bowled over by a fast flowing intelligent dialogue, Expect to laugh. Expect to enjoy a great nights entertainment!

Date:Wednesday 23rd January - Saturday 26th January 2019Time:7.30pmPrice:€15 - €20Address:Smock Alley Theatre, 1662, Exchange Street Lower, Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland

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The Cripple of Inishmaan
Gaiety Theatre, Friday 25th January - Saturday 9th March 2019
Martin McDonagh's work is known and loved by both theatre and film audiences alike. The Cripple of Inishmaan is set on the small Aran Islands community of Inishmaan (Inis Meáin), off the Western Coast of Ireland in 1934, where the inhabitants are excited to learn of a Hollywood film crew's arrival in neighbouring Inishmore (Inis Mór) to make a documentary about life on the islands. ‘Cripple' Billy Claven, eager to escape the gossip, poverty and boredom of Inishmaan, vies for a part in the film and to everyone's surprise, the orphan and outcast gets his chance… or so some believe.

Date:Friday 25th January - Saturday 9th March 2019Time:2.30pm | 7.30pmPrice:€21+Address:The Gaiety Theatre, Dublin 2, Ireland
WEBSITE
@GAIETY_THEATRE
GET TICKETS
FACEBOOK

Bastille
The Olympia Theatre, Sunday 27th January 2019
Bastille are pleased to announce an intimate run of shows across major cities in Europe for 2019. The live shows will give fans the opportunity to hear new material ahead of the release of their hugely anticipated third album out late Spring 2019 – and we're looking forward to welcoming them here on January 27th 2019.

Dan Smith says, “We've spent most of this last year working on loads of new music and touring different versions of our songs so now we're so excited to head back out and revisit more intimate rooms and play a bunch of new songs in the lead up to our new album.”

Date:Sunday 27th January 2019Time:8.00pmPrice:€45+Address:Olympia Theatre, Dame Street, Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland

The Ark – TradFest Children’s Hub
The Ark, Friday 25th January - Sunday 27th January 2019
A jam-packed programme of traditional music and craft activities, with concerts, workshops and sessions for schools & families.

TradGigs for Children: Pólca 4
Seedlings Workshops: Sewing Someone to Love
Family Workshop: Bodhrán Beats & Rhythms
Give Trad a Try
Children's Open Trad Session
Children's Crafts Club
Date:Friday 25th January - Sunday 27th January 2019Time:VariesPrice:VariesAddress:The Ark, Dublin, Eustace Street, Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland
WEBSITE
@THEARKDUBLIN
FACEBOOK

South Dublin On Ice @ Tallaght Stadium will open from Friday November 16th to Sunday January 21st

The spectacular Ice Rink at Tallaght Stadium will be the centrepiece of the festival this year and is sure to attract thousands of skaters young and old to the town.

First Fortnight European Mental Health Art and Culture Festival
Nationwide, Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019
First Fortnight: European mental health arts and cultural festival comes to Ireland for the first time with the aim of challenging mental health stigma.

A first for Ireland, audiences will enjoy mental health-related music, theatre, film and spoken word from 16 nations (Ireland, Hungary, Scotland, England, Wales, France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Belgium, Romania, Greece, Italy and Lithuania), as Europe aims to start 2019 by challenging mental health stigma and using arts events to create open discussion and understanding of mental health problems. First Fortnight is a mental health arts charity that began as a kitchen conversation 10 years ago and has grown from one event to more than 150 events nationwide. In 2018 over 8,000 people attended First Fortnight festival events nationwide.

Actor Emmet Kirwan, screenwriter and playwright Stefanie Preissner, musicians The Academic, Saint Sister and former athlete David Gillick will join artists from across Europe in challenging mental health stigma throughout Ireland this January.

Date:Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019Time:VariesPrice:VariesAddress:Dublin, Ireland

Calendar Girls The Musical
BGE Theatre, Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019
Calendar Girls The Musical by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth is the award-winning production based on the true story of the calendar girls – a group of ordinary ladies who achieved something extraordinary. This marvellous musical comedy which received fantastic five-star reviews in London's West End now comes to Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.

Starring Fern Britton, Anna-Jane Casey, Sara Crowe, Karen Dunbar, Ruth Madoc, Rebecca Storm and Denise Welch. The Times described Calendar Girls the Musical as ‘pure gold'. Don't miss your chance to see this glorious production straight from London's West End!

Running Time: 2 hours and 35 minutes including one interval.

Date:Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019Time:2.30pm | 7.30pmPrice:€21+Address:Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublín 2, Ireland
WEBSITE
@THEGIRLSMUSICAL
GET TICKETS

The Cripple of Inishmaan
Gaiety Theatre, Friday 25th January - Saturday 9th March 2019
Martin McDonagh's work is known and loved by both theatre and film audiences alike. The Cripple of Inishmaan is set on the small Aran Islands community of Inishmaan (Inis Meáin), off the Western Coast of Ireland in 1934, where the inhabitants are excited to learn of a Hollywood film crew's arrival in neighbouring Inishmore (Inis Mór) to make a documentary about life on the islands. ‘Cripple' Billy Claven, eager to escape the gossip, poverty and boredom of Inishmaan, vies for a part in the film and to everyone's surprise, the orphan and outcast gets his chance… or so some believe.

Date:Friday 25th January - Saturday 9th March 2019Time:2.30pm | 7.30pmPrice:€21+Address:The Gaiety Theatre, Dublin 2, Ireland
WEBSITE
@GAIETY_THEATRE
GET TICKETS
FACEBOOK

Eric Bell 50th Anniversary Tour
Civic Theatre, Monday 28th January 2019
In 1969 Eric Bell walked into a bar in Dublin, ordered a pint and settled down to watch a band play. Two of the members of that band were Brian Downey and Phil Lynott. He was knocked out by what he saw and heard and asked them to form a band with him. Both duly obliged and within weeks Thin Lizzy was born. The three of them worked very hard both in the studio and on the road and were eventually rewarded with a hit single, the anthemic – Whiskey in the Jar – which catapulted them into worldwide recognition.

Eric eventually decided to forge a solo career, playing in his favourite 3-piece format and has over the years recorded a host of albums both live and studio and most recently has recorded two highly acclaimed albums, Exile and Standing at a Bus Stop.

Date:Monday 28th January 2019Time:8.00pmPrice:€23 | €25Address:Civic Theatre, Tallaght, Dublin 24, Ireland

South Dublin On Ice @ Tallaght Stadium will open from Friday November 16th to Sunday January 21st

The spectacular Ice Rink at Tallaght Stadium will be the centrepiece of the festival this year and is sure to attract thousands of skaters young and old to the town.

First Fortnight European Mental Health Art and Culture Festival
Nationwide, Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019
First Fortnight: European mental health arts and cultural festival comes to Ireland for the first time with the aim of challenging mental health stigma.

A first for Ireland, audiences will enjoy mental health-related music, theatre, film and spoken word from 16 nations (Ireland, Hungary, Scotland, England, Wales, France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland, Poland, Belgium, Romania, Greece, Italy and Lithuania), as Europe aims to start 2019 by challenging mental health stigma and using arts events to create open discussion and understanding of mental health problems. First Fortnight is a mental health arts charity that began as a kitchen conversation 10 years ago and has grown from one event to more than 150 events nationwide. In 2018 over 8,000 people attended First Fortnight festival events nationwide.

Actor Emmet Kirwan, screenwriter and playwright Stefanie Preissner, musicians The Academic, Saint Sister and former athlete David Gillick will join artists from across Europe in challenging mental health stigma throughout Ireland this January.

Date:Tuesday 1st January - Wednesday 30th January 2019Time:VariesPrice:VariesAddress:Dublin, Ireland

Calendar Girls The Musical
BGE Theatre, Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019
Calendar Girls The Musical by Gary Barlow and Tim Firth is the award-winning production based on the true story of the calendar girls – a group of ordinary ladies who achieved something extraordinary. This marvellous musical comedy which received fantastic five-star reviews in London's West End now comes to Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.

Starring Fern Britton, Anna-Jane Casey, Sara Crowe, Karen Dunbar, Ruth Madoc, Rebecca Storm and Denise Welch. The Times described Calendar Girls the Musical as ‘pure gold'. Don't miss your chance to see this glorious production straight from London's West End!

Running Time: 2 hours and 35 minutes including one interval.

Date:Tuesday 22nd January - Saturday 2nd February 2019Time:2.30pm | 7.30pmPrice:€21+Address:Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublín 2, Ireland
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