Kennie Simon’s Hot Chocolate

Todays unmistakable voice of Hot Chocolate takes centre stage in this powerful and heartfelt tribute to one of the UK & Irelands most enduring and beloved soul groups. Kennie Simon: 16 Years of Hits with Hot Chocolate celebrates Kennie Simon’s extraordinary journey as the band’s frontman — a journey that has taken him across the globe and into the hearts of fans old and new.

Audiences will relive the timeless hits that defined a generation, including “You Sexy Thing,” “Every 1’s a Winner,” “Emma,” and “It Started with a Kiss.” Performed with authenticity, passion, and soul, this is the music of Hot Chocolate delivered by the man who continues to keep its legacy alive on stages worldwide. Over the years, Kennie has proudly carried the Hot Chocolate torch across continents, performing to sold-out audiences from Australia to Abu Dhabi. His energy, charisma, and love for the music remain as strong as ever.

Kennie Simon: 16 Years of Hits with Hot Chocolate is more than a concert — it’s a vibrant musical journey through soul, love, and melody. Expect powerhouse vocals, engaging storytelling, and an unforgettable celebration of the songs that made Hot Chocolate one of the greatest soul bands of all time.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lightning, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by and seated next to a parent/guardian aged 18+

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

The Tumbling Paddies

The Tumbling Paddies are delighted to announce their biggest theatre tour to date, set to take place across January, February, March, and April 2027. Following a hugely successful run of sold-out shows and a rapidly growing fanbase, the beloved Irish band will bring their electrifying live performance to theatres across Ireland and the UK.

Known for their high-energy shows, infectious country-folk sound, and strong connection with audiences, The Tumbling Paddies have become one of the most exciting acts on the live music scene. This upcoming tour promises an unforgettable night of music, featuring fan favourites alongside brand-new material.

The 2027 theatre tour will showcase a more intimate side of The Tumbling Paddies’ performance, while still delivering the vibrant atmosphere that fans have come to expect. With enhanced production, stunning venues, and a carefully curated setlist, these shows are set to be a highlight of the live music calendar.

Speaking about the tour, the band said:
“We’re absolutely buzzing for this tour and to play in some of the most beautiful theatres around. The support we’ve had over the past few years has been incredible, and this tour is our way of giving something special back to the fans. Expect big energy, plenty of craic, and a few surprises along the way.”


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lightning, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by and seated next to a parent/guardian aged 18+

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Declan O’Rourke

Declan O’Rourke’s eighth studio record , OCEANIC, is an offering shaped not only by place, but by time, memory, and return. Recorded in Sydney, the album carries a particular resonance, drawing a line between where O’Rourke first began and where he now stands as an artist.

At just 19, it was in Australia that O’Rourke committed his first songs to tape; glimpses of a voice that would go on to carve out a singular place in contemporary songwriting. To make a full studio album in that land decades later is more than a creative decision; it is a meaningful full-circle moment, reconnecting O’Rourke with the spirit and instinct of those early days while bringing to bear the depth and clarity of experience earned since.

OCEANIC was recorded with longtime friend and collaborator Jim Moginie (Midnight Oil) at the helm as co-producer. The broad scope of musical sensibilities and a twenty year history between O’Rourke and Moginie brought trust and creative freedom to the process. The content itself represents a life spanning two continents and hemispheres, and the ocean of feeling between that endures within the artist. Alongside contemporary themes, on the tides and swells of memory, songs shift from nostalgia for what was, to those displaying growth from seeds long sewn in the past.

Following Arrivals (2021), the landmark Paul Weller-produced album that marked a high point in O’Rourke’s catalogue, OCEANIC feels like a deepening exploration of emotional and sonic territory that is both immersive and fully assured; a new and exciting body of work from an artist always evolving, always curious, and ever willing to follow the current, wherever it leads.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lightning, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by and seated next to a parent/guardian aged 18+

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Thunder Rolls – A Garth Brooks Tribute

Experience the lightning and the thunder of country music’s greatest icon with Ireland’s premier tribute production. Fronted by the sensational Stephen Butler, this high-energy show captures the very essence of Garth Brooks’ legendary stage presence. A devoted fan since the mid-90s, Stephen delivers every anthem with a passion and authenticity that makes you feel like you’re witnessing the man himself.

Backed by a spectacular 7 piece live band, Thunder Rolls takes you on a two-hour journey through three decades of hits. From the rowdy energy of “Friends in Low Places” and “Beaches of Cheyenne” to the soul-stirring “The Dance” and “Unanswered Prayers,” every song is performed with raw conviction.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or a newcomer to the country scene, grab your Stetson and raise your glass for a night of pure country magic.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

The Bootleg Beatles

From a tiny stage in a famous Liverpool cellar to a rooftop in central London, the Beatles played a vast number of live performances in their eight year reign. Whether in theatres, stadiums or TV studios , many of these proved to be ground breaking events.

Here tonight, recreated by the Bootleg Beatles and their orchestra, are seven of their most famous.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Jimmy MacCarthy – The Song of the Singing Horseman

One of Ireland’s most revered songwriters, Jimmy MacCarthy has written many of the most beloved songs in modern Irish music. His extraordinary catalogue includes classics such as Ride On, No Frontiers, The Contender, As I Leave Behind Neidin, Ancient Rain and Mystic Lipstick — songs recorded by legendary artists including Christy MooreMary BlackMary CoughlanMaura O’Connell and The Corrs.

On 1 October 2026, Cork Opera House welcomes Jimmy MacCarthy and his band The Acoustic Horseman for Song of the Singing Horseman — a special evening celebrating songs that have become part of Ireland’s musical heritage.

Featuring Nollaig Casey and string quartet performing arrangements by Casey and Bill Whelan, alongside special guest musicians including Steve CooneyJames Blennerhassett and Paul McAteer.

A rare opportunity to hear these iconic songs and the stories behind them, performed live by the songwriter himself.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

The Frank and Walters

Featuring timeless indie classics such as ‘Colours’, ‘Indian Ocean’, ‘How Can I Exist?’ and ‘Tony Cochrane’, The Frank & Walters seminal album Grand Parade is set to enjoy its first release on vinyl, supported by a tour celebrating the album’s 30th year.

Grand Parade was the follow-up to their debut, Trains, Boats and Planes, which saw the band gate crash the UK charts with tracks like ‘After All’ and cement their place as one of Ireland’s most popular and influential bands.

Continuously releasing music over the years, a new Franks’ renaissance began with the release of ‘Indie Love Song’ in 2012 and the band’s subsequent album, Greenwich Mean Time. Remaining firm favourites on the UK and European touring and festival scene, The Frank & Walters released their seventh album Songs for the Walking Wounded four years later, featuring a collaboration with now-Oscar winning actor, Cillian Murphy, on the poignant single, ‘Stages’.

Teaming up with renowned Scottish label Last Night From Glasgow, The Franks are set to re-release Grand Parade on June 30, 2026, on 3 colours of vinyl – Tangerine Vinyl, Bluebell Vinyl & Apple Green Vinyl.

In the words of Last Night From Glasgow: “We only press these colours sometimes . . .”


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by and seated next to a parent/guardian aged 18+

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

The Three Amigos

They may have already cemented their roots as one of Ireland’s top concert acts but Jimmy Buckley,Robert Mizzell and Patrick Feeney have no intention of resting on their laurels. Instead they are exploring additional avenues in the country music sphere to such an extent that they continue to transport their already renowned stage shows to a new high.

This invariably triggers excitement, enjoyment and praise in equal measure from concert audiences as they digest a show which never fails to impress.

This promises to be the case once more when the Three Amigos and their talented backing band hit the concert scene again in the early part of 2026. Their devotion to their task is boundless while their vitality, enthusiasm and sheer professionalism rarely fail to captivate their followers.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Onóir

Donegal-based vocal group Onóir are a modern Irish folk quartet, who sing male vocal harmony-focused songs and musical arrangements. The band has over 175,000 followers across all social platforms and has been continuously on tour with their sell-out theatre show since March of 2023 with over 40,000 people having experienced the show. Onóir continue to sell-out venues in record time as their impassioned audiences are taken on a musical odyssey.

Formed in August of 2020, when four Donegal musicians; Tom McHugh, Declan Gaughan, Deane Connaghan, and Diarmaid McGee, joined forces to create a contemporary version of the famous Irish folk ballad; “The Auld Triangle”, the music video for which went on to be seen by over 3.5 million people worldwide. 

Onóir’s new “Brotherhood” Tour takes the latest evolution of their theatre show all across Ireland, The UK, Scotland, Europe, and The USA throughout 2026. This is a show that is not to be missed and a night that you will remember for a long, long time to come.  


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Rob Lamberti – Perfectly George

Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this spectacular show has wowed audiences across the UK and Europe, bringing them to their feet in a dynamic celebration of one of the most gifted performers of a generation.

From Wham! to George Michael’s iconic solo career, this show takes fans on a journey through his legendary hits, including Careless Whisper, Faith, I’m Your Man, Club Tropicana, and many more.

Rob Lamberti, hailed as “nothing short of perfection” by West End Wilma, has become a fan favorite. The Southern Daily Echo raved, “The entire audience from stalls to balcony was up on their feet dancing.” After starring on BBC’s Even Better Than the Real Thing in 2017, Rob has cemented his place as the definitive tribute to George Michael. He even appeared in the Steve Coogan film Greed.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: The show is suitable for 12+. Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.