What's on
“THE MUSIC ROOM” by Tim Goulding
See the captivating artwork of Tim Goulding, a distinguished member of Aosdana, as he unveils “THE MUSIC ROOM” exhibition. Influenced by his Co Wicklow upbringing, Goulding’s vibrant paintings offer a profound exploration of colour, rhythm, and the harmony between art and music.
Fri 19 April 2024 - Fri 21 June 2024
Running Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; Sat 9.30am - 2.30pm
“Painting Ulysses” By Aidan Hickey
To mark the 100th anniversary year of the publication of James Joyce’s masterpiece “ULYSSES”, the Irish Cultural Centre is delighted to Present this Spectacular Visual Art Exhibition.
Mon 13 May 2024 - Sat 19 October 2024
Running Daily Monday-Friday
Irish History Lecture: The Siege of Jadotville by Commandant Leo Quinlan
Join us for a captivating exploration of Irish military history as Commandant Leo Quinlan, son of the renowned Commandant Pat Quinlan, guides us through the gripping tale of the Siege of Jadotville, a pivotal event during Ireland’s peacekeeping mission in the Congo in 1961, uncovering untold bravery and a lasting impact.
Wed 15 May 2024
Doors: 6.30pm; Starts: 7pm
“Songs from Home” – A Musical Tour Around Ireland, With the Irish Singer Barry Owen
The great Irish Crooner, Barry Owen, will take you on an enchanting musical tour around the four great provinces of Ireland.
Thu 16 May 2024
Doors 7.00pm, Starts 7.30pm
Dervish in concert
Legendary Irish folk music band Dervish, are one of Ireland’s best known traditional bands and are described by the BBC as “an icon of Irish music”.
Fri 17 May 2024 - Sat 18 May 2024
Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8.00pm
Friday Night Traditional Irish Music Session
Join us for a FREE traditional family-friendly Irish music session in our beautiful foyer lounge.
Fri 17 May 2024 - Fri 28 March 2025
5.30pm-8.00pm
Freddie White
Join us for a concert with Freddie White, the maestro of quality music.
Thu 23 May 2024
Doors: 7.00pm; Starts: 7.30pm
The Weaving
Join Méabh Begley, Owen Spafford and Kyle Macaulay for their 2024 UK tour, bringing together the rich musical traditions of three counties Kerry, Donegal and Yorkshire.
Sat 25 May 2024
19:30 Doors, 20:00 Concert
‘LAUREL & HARDY: The Last Dance of the Cuckoos” (plus short L&H film “Helpmates”) + Q&A.
Experience the London premiere of a heartwarming film following photographer Andy Hollingworth’s journey from Stan Laurel’s birthplace to the joyous County Cork harbor town celebrated by Laurel and Hardy in 1953, followed by a screening of their favorite short film and an engaging conversation with director Matt Holt and photographer Andy Hollingsworth.
Sun 26 May 2024
Doors: 7.00pm; Starts: 7.30pm
Irish History Lecture: ‘The Kidnapping – A hostage, a desperate manhunt and a bloody rescue that shocked Ireland’
Join us for an engaging lecture and book launch with authors / journalists Tommy Conlon and Ronan McGreevy, as they discuss their book on the 1983 IRA abduction. Delve into this gripping story and its impact on Irish history.
Wed 29 May 2024
Doors: 6.30pm; Starts: 7pm
Nettle Horse – By award winning writer, performer & musician, Little John Nee
Nettle Horse is a theatrical odyssey, set in the future… weaving storytelling, song, and satire inviting the audience to untether their imagination and gallop into a parallel universe
Sat 01 June 2024 - Sun 02 June 2024
Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8.00pm
Owen O’Neill: Tom Joad and Me
Join us for a night launching Owen O’Neills new book.
‘A carnivalesque rockabilly narrative with a profoundly moving conclusion.’ Patrick McCabe.
‘A gem of a book. O’Neill writes like the novel is his natural and lifelong home. Tom Joad and me sings and zings and isn’t afraid to go for the heartstrings’. Glenn Patterson
Wed 05 June 2024
Doors 7pm, Starts 7.30pm
Flook
There is no shortage of virtuosity amongst the members of Flook, but the unique impact of this sensational Anglo-Irish group stems from the wholly intuitive, almost symbiotic, exchange between the various flutes, frets and skins.
Sat 08 June 2024
Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8.00pm
Grace Mulvey: Tall Baby – Edinburgh Preview
Join the hilarious Grace Mulvey for a night of comedy with her Edinburgh Fringe Preview show!
Wed 12 June 2024
Show Starts 8.00pm
A Special Film Screening for Blooms Week 2024 The Ulysses Project
As part of our Blooms Week Celebrations 2024, is delighted to screen ‘The Ulysses Project”. A modern, non-traditional re-telling of Ulysses, told rapidly by a succession of over 75 actors who recreate the characters encountered by Leopold Bloom on June 16th.
Thu 13 June 2024
Doors 7.00pm, Starts 7.30pm
James Joyce and Music with Barry McGovern & Benjamin Dwyer
As Part of Blooms Week 2024: The Irish Cultural Centre in association with AnnaLivia Creative Presents James Joyce and Music with Barry McGovern & Benjamin Dwyer
Fri 14 June 2024
Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8.00pm
BLOOMSDAY: Nora & Jim
Two special performances of the powerful one-act play “Nora & Jim” to mark Bloomsday 2024!
Sat 15 June 2024 - Sun 16 June 2024
Doors 7pm on Saturday (7.30pm show start) - no late comers; Doors 2pm on Sunday (2.30pm start) - no late comers
Catherine McGrath + Special Guests Roswell
Don’t miss the chance to witness the rising star, Irish country singer Catherine McGrath, who captivated audiences on Jools Holland’s Hootenanny 2023, alongside the harmonious Folk-Americana duo Roswell.
Thu 20 June 2024
Doors: 7.00pm; Starts: 7.30pm
Céim Óir Family Ceili
Join our resident dance school for a Ceili night Fundraiser for all the family!
Sat 22 June 2024
Starts 5pm, Ends 7pm
DublinLand
Following an acclaimed sell-out run at the Dublin Fringe Festival in 2023 DublinLand returns for an international tour.
Fri 28 June 2024 - Sat 29 June 2024
Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8.00pm
Fiárock
Fiárock is a four-piece Irish traditional band that tells a story steeped in sound. Clíona Halley, Darragh Carey-Kennedy, Evan Powell, and Nicolle Fig, each bring a wealth of individual acclaim.
Fri 05 July 2024
Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8.00pm
Ger O’Donnell And Trevor Sexton
Folk Duo Ger O Donnell & Trevor Sexton, the most amazing duo to have come out of Ireland in recent times. They have individually been making waves on the folk scene worldwide, and are really exciting as a duo for the last few years.
Sat 06 July 2024
Doors 7.30pm Starts 8.00pm
Ciaran Tourish, Cathal Hayden, & Kevin Doherty
Join us for a night of incredible music with three of Ireland’s best traditional musicians – Ciaran Tourish, Cathal Hayden, and Kevin Doherty.
Sat 13 July 2024
Doors 7.30pm, Starts 8.00pm
A Furious Devotion – The Life Of Shane MacGowan
We are delighted to present the Book Launch of the revised and updated paperback edition of “A Furious Devotion – The Life of Shane MacGowan” by Richard Balls. Richard Balls will be in conversation with Journalist Anne Flaherty to talk about his knowledge and memories of Shane.
Fri 19 July 2024
Doors: 7.30pm; Starts: 8pm
McGoldrick McCusker Doyle Tour 2024
Folk music’s legendary triumvirate of musical magpies Mike McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle are on tour again in 2024, bringing you their own blend of top -class folk songs, tunes and charming bon homie.
Thu 01 August 2024 - Thu 01 August 2024
Doors 7.00pm, Starts 7.30pm no support
Onóir Live
Onóir are selling out venues in record time as their impassioned audiences are taken on a musical odyssey.
Sat 21 September 2024
The Whileaways
Prepare to be spellbound by the sound of some of the finest singers in Ireland!
Sat 05 October 2024
Doors: 7.30pm; Starts: 8.00pm