From festive theatre productions to live music and comedy, Limerick is buzzing with entertainment this week. Here’s your complete guide to what’s happening across the city.
Thursday 27 – Twilight Thursday
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Cinderella
Travel back to the grandeur and iconic romance of New York City in the 1950’s, where Ella is forging a new life for herself after emigrating from her beloved home in Ireland. Alone, but dreaming of a better future, Ella finds work in Manhattan’s exclusive playground for the elite, The Park Plaza Hotel.
Cornelius Patrick O’Sullivan: Pull Hard (Comedy)
A brand-new stand-up comedy show that deals with fatherhood and middle age and the lingering disappointment of lost opportunity. The hour is seasoned with tales of GAA matches, failed diets and expensive babysitters. Above all it’s a show about hope and endeavour.
BRICKNASTY
Initially evolving from a chance encounter on Soundcloud between frontman/guitarist Fatboy and producer Cillian McCauley, Bricknasty expanded to a fully fledged physical band with the introduction of Dara Abdurahman (bass), Korey Thomas (drums) and Louis Younge (sax/keys). From infectious energy and soulful chords to soft, woozy vocals, together Bricknasty’s music effortlessly traverses RnB, neo soul, jazz and psych citing influences such as D’Angelo, MF Doom, and Timbaland.
Hold My Drink With Charleen & Ellie
It’s everything you love about Hold My Drink, the laughs, the chaos, the brutally honest advice but LIVE. Expect juicy confessions, all your favourite podcast segments, special guests and a few surprises along the way.
Instore: David Keenan
Steamboat Music, 6pm
Simply pre order the album to attend a performance and meet and greet/signing.
It’s Not Turkey And Ham – Chefs Table
Treaty City Brewery, 5pm & 8pm
With award-winning chef Keith Pigott.
SeanchaÃ
Coach House, People’s Museum of Limerick
A powerful new play by emerging playwright James Meeha.
Monticelli
Monticelli are back for their signature Twilight Thursday set! This explosive Italian–Brazilian three-piece rock band has earned international acclaim for their dynamic performances and world-class musicianship.
Pobail – Community Fundraiser
Community fundraiser in aid of Palestine. Pobail brings you Shark School, Mother Of Pearl, Bees & Sawdust, Littel Known, Puck, Dinorah, Entertainment Purposes, Animal Animal, Mr Crow and DJ Pinner.
Limerick on Ice
Arthur’s Quay
For seasoned skaters and complete beginners – running until January 4.
Jingle & Jumpers
The Monk
A Night of Richard Harris
Lumen Street Theatre, 7pm
Free screening of This Sporting Life and popcorn.
Friday 28
LYRA
Live at the Big Top
The Stunning
Songs such as Everything that Rises, Half Past Two, Romeo’s on Fire, Heads are Gonna Roll are still on the radio today while Brewing up a Storm has become a sort of unofficial anthem for Irish people all over the world.
Drive
Powerhouse four-piece cover band with over 20 years of experience. Known for their energetic performances and a setlist that spans everything from timeless rock anthems to modern chart-toppers, Drive bring the perfect mix of nostalgia and fresh rhythm to every show.
Julie Andrews: A 90th Birthday Celebration with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra
SeanchaÃ
People’s Museum of Limerick
Saturday 29
The Stunning
Public Demand
Local powerhouse band Public Demand are known for their explosive live shows and crowd-pleasing covers, they’ll have the place jumping with hits old and new.
DJ Eoghain Fitz
Spinning all the latest hits and high-energy mixes that are guaranteed to get you up on your feet. Whether you’re out with friends or just looking for a great vibe, Eoghain’s set promises a night full of feel-good tunes and non-stop dancing.
Limerick Choral Union – Peace on Earth
Downbeat Xmas Disco
Disco, Boogie, Afro, Latin, House from DJs Frankie Downbeat, Ali Daly & Hyawneen.
Bollywood & Beyond
Angel Lane
SeanchaÃ
Coach House, People’s Museum of Limerick
90’s Pink Paint & Sip Party
101 O’Connell Street, 4pm
Creativity, nostalgia, and all the good vibes.
Munster Rugby v DHL Stormers
Thomond Park Stadium, 5:30pm
Round 6 of the United Rugby Championship.
Sunday 30
Christmas with Judy
Luke Thomas & Una Healy present Fly Me To The Moon
Million-selling artist Una Healy will perform alongside Luke Thomas & The Swing Cats paying tribute to some of the most Iconic artists of the last century including Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong and more. Expect to hear swing and jazz classics like Fly Me To The Moon, Mack The Knife, Moon River, Sing Sing Sing, Beyond The Sea and many more.
UL Orchestra Presents “The Snowman”
The Quarter Dozen
A night of movie magic with a mix of cinematic tunes and original compositions.
Monday 1
Screening: The Mastermind
In 1970, Massachusetts, unemployed carpenter J.B. (Josh O’Connor) lives with his wife Terri (Alana Haim) and their two young sons. In an ill-conceived bid to turn around his ailing fortunes, J.B. plans to rob a local modern art gallery, and while he escapes with a cache of Arthur Dove paintings, events quickly conspire against him, and he is forced to go on the run.
An Evening with Lou Barlow
Seoda Shows – Louis Barlow is a founding member of the groups Dinosaur Jr, Sebadoh & The Folk Implosion. Barlow is credited with helping to pioneer the lo-fi underground and home-recording movement of the late 1980s and early 1990s. His first band, which was formed in Amherst, Massachusetts was Deep Wound.
Screening: While You Were Sleeping
Tuesday 2
Christmas by Candlelight
Wednesday 3
Caoi de Barra
After two headline Irish tours on her 125cc scooter, Caoi de Barra is leaving the bike at home and hitting the road with a full band.