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Laoi Sinfonia Will Present Concert at MTU Cork School of Music

Laoi Sinfonia Will Present Concert at MTU Cork School of Music

by BWW News Desk — April 9, 2026
Laoi Sinfonia will perform at MTU Cork School of Music on April 11 at 3:30pm.
Photos: Carrie Hope Fletcher and More in WAITRESS UK & Ireland Tour

Photos: Carrie Hope Fletcher and More in WAITRESS UK & Ireland Tour

by BWW News Desk — April 9, 2026
Get a first look at production photos for the UK and Ireland tour of the romantic musical comedy Waitress, touring until Saturday 31 October 2026.
WHEN NEXT WE MEET Festival Reveals Full Line-Up

WHEN NEXT WE MEET Festival Reveals Full Line-Up

by BWW News Desk — April 7, 2026
When Next We Meet has announced the full line-up for its fifth edition, returning to the Georgian grounds of Raheen House in Clonmel, Co.
NEUROFESTIVITY Festival To Return To Cork Celebrating Neurodivergent Artists

NEUROFESTIVITY Festival To Return To Cork Celebrating Neurodivergent Artists

by BWW News Desk — April 2, 2026
Neurofestivity will return this spring to University College Cork, offering a two-day festival dedicated to celebrating neurodivergent artists and creative work.
Photos: Amber Davies and More in LEGALLY BLONE UK and Ireland Tour

Photos: Amber Davies and More in LEGALLY BLONE UK and Ireland Tour

by BWW News Desk — April 2, 2026
All new production photos have been released from the UK & Ireland tour of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL starring Strictly Come Dancing Finalist and West End star Amber Davies.
Video: Amber Davies and More in LEGALLY BLONDE UK and Ireland Tour New Footage

Video: Amber Davies and More in LEGALLY BLONDE UK and Ireland Tour New Footage

by Stephi Wild — March 31, 2026
All new footage has been released from the UK & Ireland tour of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL starring Strictly Come Dancing Finalist and West End star Amber Davies.
Soprano Wendy Carr Will Play Maria In THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Cork Opera House

Soprano Wendy Carr Will Play Maria In THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Cork Opera House

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
Cork Opera House revealed the first casting announcement for its highly anticipated 2026 summer production of The Sound of Music, confirming singer and actress Wendy Carr in the iconic role of ‘Maria'.
New Glass Artwork Unveiled At Cork Opera House To Mark 170th Anniversary

New Glass Artwork Unveiled At Cork Opera House To Mark 170th Anniversary

by BWW News Desk — March 26, 2026
A new permanent artwork by Cork-based glass artist, Sophie Longwill, has been unveiled at Cork Opera House as part of its extended 170th anniversary celebrations.
CORK FRINGE FESTIVAL Returns For 2026 With 50+ Events Across The City

CORK FRINGE FESTIVAL Returns For 2026 With 50+ Events Across The City

by BWW News Desk — March 25, 2026
Cork Fringe Festival will return in May 2026 with performances across Cork.
DO THE HUCKLEBUCK: THE SHOWBAND YEARS Will Come to the Everyman in April

DO THE HUCKLEBUCK: THE SHOWBAND YEARS Will Come to the Everyman in April

by BWW News Desk — March 24, 2026
The Everyman will present 'A SHOWBAND SUNDAY AFTERNOON' on April 19, featuring a tribute to the showband era with guest star Art Supple.
Ímar Will Come to DeBarra’s Folk Club in April

Ímar Will Come to DeBarra’s Folk Club in April

by BWW News Desk — March 24, 2026
DeBarra's Folk Club will present new Glasgow-based five-piece Ímar to perform on Saturday, 25th April.
STAC @ 30 Celebrates Tipperary Artists in National Collection from April to June

STAC @ 30 Celebrates Tipperary Artists in National Collection from April to June

by BWW News Desk — March 23, 2026
STAC @ 30, marking South Tipperary Arts Centre's 30th anniversary, will present works by notable artists from Tipperary featured in the National Collection, from April 18 to June 20, 2026.
Masters of Tradition Festival 2026 Lineup Announced for August

Masters of Tradition Festival 2026 Lineup Announced for August

by BWW News Desk — March 19, 2026
West Cork Music has announced the 2026 Masters of Tradition festival lineup in Bantry, County Cork.
Review: THE PLOUGH AND THE STARS at Abbey Theatre

Review: THE PLOUGH AND THE STARS at Abbey Theatre

by Adi Ajzenstadt — March 15, 2026
As an expat in Dublin, it is easy to inhabit a 'Future Ready' version of the city.
Cork Opera House to Host Joe Corbett Tribute Concert in May

Cork Opera House to Host Joe Corbett Tribute Concert in May

by BWW News Desk — March 12, 2026
The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Fergal Dennehy, formally launched the tribute concert to Cork-born singer Joe Corbett at a reception in City Hall yesterday.
THE GOOD LUCK CLUB Comes to The National Archives of Ireland

THE GOOD LUCK CLUB Comes to The National Archives of Ireland

by BWW News Desk — March 10, 2026
ANU Productions and The National Archives of Ireland have announced The Good Luck Club, a new off site theatre production marking the centenary of Ireland’s 1926 Census.
DONOVAN - THE TALE OF THE GAEL TOUR Comes to The Everyman in July 2026

DONOVAN - THE TALE OF THE GAEL TOUR Comes to The Everyman in July 2026

by BWW News Desk — March 6, 2026
The Everyman Theatre will host the anticipated DONOVAN - THE TALE OF THE GAEL TOUR, showcasing on July 11, 2026.
Photos: MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL is Now on UK and Ireland Tour

Photos: MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL is Now on UK and Ireland Tour

by BWW News Desk — March 6, 2026
Production photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL, which opened at Manchester Opera House on 23 February 2026 and is touring until January 2027.
PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE to be Presented at Abbey Theater of Dublin

PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE to be Presented at Abbey Theater of Dublin

by BWW News Desk — March 3, 2026
Abbey Theater of Dublin and Original Productions Theatre will present Picasso at The Lapin in April, celebrating Steve Martin's 80th birthday with performances featuring Einstein and Picasso in a comedic scenario.
Review: EUREKA DAY at Gate Theatre

Review: EUREKA DAY at Gate Theatre

by Adi Ajzenstadt — March 1, 2026
What happens to a 'progressive' community when its members' points of view become irreconcilable? In this sharp and sobering production of Eureka Day at the Gate Theatre, Jonathan Spector’s script serves as a prophetic mirror to our post-pandemic reality.
The Belfast Ensemble to Present Musical Comedy GROUP! at the Lyric Theatre

The Belfast Ensemble to Present Musical Comedy GROUP! at the Lyric Theatre

by BWW News Desk — February 26, 2026
The Belfast Ensemble will present the musical comedy GROUP! at the Lyric Theatre, marking its first return since 2002.
Cast Set For WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour

Cast Set For WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour

by BWW News Desk — February 25, 2026
Full casting has been announced for the UK and Ireland tour of the smash hit romantic musical comedy WAITRESS, opening at the New Wimbledon Theatre from Saturday 28 March 2026.
Photos: MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL UK and Ireland Tour in Rehearsal

Photos: MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL UK and Ireland Tour in Rehearsal

by BWW News Desk — February 20, 2026
Rehearsal photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL, ahead of its first performance at Manchester Opera House on 23 February 2026.
Photos: First Look at EUREKA DAY at The Gate Theatre

Photos: First Look at EUREKA DAY at The Gate Theatre

by Joshua Wright — February 18, 2026
Eureka Day, Jonathan Spector’s timely comedy about community, crisis, and conflict, is now on at The Gate Theatre in Dublin through 7 March 2026.
Ortús Chamber Music Festival Set for Late February

Ortús Chamber Music Festival Set for Late February

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
Ortús co-Artistic Director, Mairéad Hickey, will lead the 2026 Ortús Chamber Music Festival, performing alongside an outstanding roster of Irish and international musicians.

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