Film
Borg/McEnroe
22 September: Based upon one of the world’s greatest icons, Björn Borg, this motion picture takes us back to the summer of 1980, when the tennis No 1 was at the top of his game. On track for his record-breaking fifth Wimbledon championship, there is only one person threatening his triumph and that is American, John McEnroe, as the pair lock horns in the tournament’s finale. Borg/McEnroe focuses upon one of the most renowned sporting rivalries that the world has ever seen and allows us to relive the epic battle between two sporting icons, played by Shia LaBeouf and Stellan Skarsgård.
Theatre
Culture Night
22 September: Siamsa Tíre (Ireland’s National Folk Theatre) is hosting an event-filled evening as part of Culture Night 2017. This year they have performing acts across all art forms, including song, music, dance and visual arts, with something to appeal to all ages. Performances can be expected from Kerry choirs, Opus 96 and the Ardfert Singers along with members of the National Folk Theatre Choir. There will be activities on offer for children, with the highlight of Culture Night being an evening performance of dance under dance artist and choreographer, Catherine Young. The tickets for the event are free but subject to availability. For further information visit www.siamsatire.com or contact (066) 712 3055.
Music
Derek Ryan
24 September: One of the leading singers on the country scene, Derek Ryan, is taking to the stage at Loughrea Hotel and Spa, Galway. Tickets are €30, however, Loughrea Hotel and Spa is offering a dinner package for €55 per person. This includes tickets to the concert and a three-course dinner with tea or coffee in the Abbey Restaurant, and if you would like to make a night of it, a show, stay and dinner package is also available from €99.50 per person sharing. For more information contact Loughrea Hotel and Spa on (091) 880 088 or book online at www.loughreahotelandspa.com or via ticketmaster.ie.
Hermitage Green
22 September: Irish acoustic folk rock band Hermitage Green, who came together in 2010, have announced their return to the Olympia Theatre in Dublin as part of their series of tour dates across the UK and Ireland. Their unique arrangement of instruments – including the bodhrán, djembe, rhythmic guitar and banjo – is what sets them apart as a truly original offering of Irish music. They have already played alongside Gavin James, Walking On Cars and The Pogues, and the Limerick band continues to make waves in the music scene. Tickets are priced at €25.50 and can be purchased from www.ticketmaster.ie or on www.olympia.ie.
dancing diary
Connacht
Mayo: Claremorris, McWilliam Hotel,
Big Band: 22 September, Trevor Smyth & Friends Garth Brooks Experience 24th September, Mick Flavin
Social Dancing: 24th September, Limelight
Galway: Ballinasloe, Shearwater Hotel, 24th September, Michael English
Leitrim: Carrick-on-Shannon, Landmark Hotel, 23rd September, Patrick Feeney
Leinster
Kilkenny: Pilltown, Pilltown Gaa, 24th September, Peter Bourke
Louth: Dundalk, The Lisdoo, 23rd September, John McNicholl
Dublin: Dublin, The Red Cow, 21st September, Jim Devine
Westmeath: Moate, The Well, 23rd September, Johnny Brady
Munster
Cork: Mallow, The Hazel Tree, 22nd September, Mike Denver
Cork: Glanmire, The Vienna Woods, 27th September, Patrick O’Sullivan
Cork: Macroom, Riverside Hotel, 25th September, Kieran Cooke
Limerick: Kilmallock, Bulgaden Castle, 27th September, Michael Collins
Tipperary: Newport, Ballymackeogh, Aherns, 23rd September, Joe Desmond
Ulster
Cavan: Cavan, Hotel Kilmore, 23rd September, Derek Ryan
Derry: Coleraine, Bushtown House, 25th September, Lisa McHugh
Donegal: Letterkenny, Josies, 22nd September, Patrick Feeney
Donegal: Bundoran, Allingham Arms, 23rd September, Jimmy Buckley
Down: Newry, Mourne Country, 23rd September, Mick Flavin
Monaghan: Castleblayney, Glencarn Hotel, 22nd September, Lisa McHugh
Monaghan: Monaghan, Hillgrove Hotel, 24th September, Mike Denver
Tyrone: Moy, The Ryandale, 23rd September, Michael English
Tyrone: Omagh, Silverbirch Hotel, 22nd September, Jimmy Buckley
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