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Johnny McEvoy

Johnny McEvoy has always been highly acclaimed for his excellent concert shows and his early 2023 nationwide concert tour will get the usual huge response from his legion of fans throughout Ireland, North and South. This nostalgic evening of ‘Song and Story’ features all of Johnny’s many hit songs, including ‘Muirsin Durkan’, ‘Boston Burglar’, ‘Those Brown Eyes’, ‘Long, Long Before Your Time’, plus some songs from his new album.

His songs are haunting, evocative and beautifully presented with many in the folk and ballad style. Johnny McEvoy has been one of the most enduring and talented singer/songwriters in these islands over the past 50 years.

His concert performances are second to none with his songs beautifully delivered in truly artistic fashion and storytelling of the finest order. This is a full evening with Johnny McEvoy. No support.

The Three Tenors

Amazing -Exciting -Contemporary! Direct from National Concert Hall!
This is the ‘Joy and Happiness’ Concert of the year, that you will Love!
Celtic flavoured with a blend of classical and good humour, it’s the fabulous mix of carefully selected
popular and inspiring songs beautifully arranged and sung with passion that draws in audiences who
easily connect with The Three Tenors IRL –Conor Gibbons |Paul Feery |Philip Klubicka
Creating a storm around the country and beyond, the trio have achieved sold-out performances in
National Concert Hall, St. Patrick’s Cathedral Dublin City, Belfast Lyric Theatre, Cork Opera House & Dublin
Castle over many years, alongside regular appearances on BBC, Virgin Media & RTÉ.
Now The Three Tenors are back at Cork Opera House with something for everyone, in a performance
featuring their usual blend, a classic-mix of contemporary, uplifting, inspirational songs, some great Irish
folk and a few surprises, including very special guests Bishopstown Girls School Choir ‘Scoil an Spioraid
Naoimh Cailíní’. Hear the Hits:
Caledonia/Somewhere Only We Know/The Prayer/CAN’T HELP Falling in Love/My Way/Nessun Dorma
The Sunday Independent called them “FABULOUS…the entire audience was moved by their soulful
performance’ while the New York Times said ‘Stunning Vocal Performance’.

 

The Dolan Family proudly present Remembering Joe

Throughout his singing career Joe Dolan’s energetic and charismatic stage performances thrilled audiences throughout the world. From his first hit in 1964, ‘The Answer To Everything’, through the 70’s with hits such as ‘I Need You’ and ‘Sweet Little Rock ‘n’ Roller’, the 80’s with ‘More and More’, It’s You, It’s You, It’s You’ and ‘Goodbye Venice Goodbye’, The 90’s with ‘The Universal’ and into the 21st century with a musical collaboration with The RTÉ Concert Orchestra.

16 years since his passing in 2007, his music is as popular as ever. Now to celebrate his life and work, Joe’s family are taking their show ‘Remembering Joe’ on a nationwide tour. Joe’s brother Ben, who shared the stage with his younger brother for 47 fun-filled years will highlight Joe’s successful singing career. He will be joined on stage by Joe’s Niece Sandra, Nephews Adrian and Ray with Singer Karen Carroll and members of Joe’s original backing band. A nostalgic evening of hit after hit.

’No Show Like A Joe Show’ was the catchphrase used to describe Joe’s live shows and how they used to put people in a happy mood. Celebrate the music of one of Ireland’s greatest Singers at – ‘Remembering Joe’, you will be singing and dancing along to all those famous Joe hits!

Tommy Fleming

Described as a singer whose voice has the remarkable ability of transporting listeners into his world, fans will enjoy this ultimate celebration at a concert of Tommy Fleming’s!

Tommy Fleming sings from his soul. He breathes raw emotion into each and every song, be it his own arrangement, a classic cover or a dynamic duet. Fluent and flawless his unique voice has touched the hearts of many, right across the globe and when you see Tommy in full flight with his full band and orchestra you truly have been part of a journey that has reached sublime heights yet one that has never lost sight of its roots.

Performing two shows at Cork Opera House on Friday, February 2nd, and Saturday, February 3rd, 2024, this is an evening of music not to be missed.

 

Mary Black 40th Anniversary Tour

Mary Black has been a dominant presence in Irish music over the last four decades, both at home and abroad, bringing her songs and music, to growing numbers of fans; not just in Ireland where she has been a household name for decades, but all over the world.

As an award-winning solo artist with multiple chart-topping and critically acclaimed albums, Mary has been celebrated by an adoring public as well as fellow artists many of whom she has performed and recorded with over the years, including Emmylou Harris, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Joan Baez and Van Morrison.

Mary is delighted to be going back on the road to mark this 40th anniversary. With her outstanding band, she will celebrate her career playing the favourite songs from her extensive catalogue, songs that we’ve come to know and love over the years. Mary’s band features Bill Shanley (guitars), Pat Crowley (piano and accordion), Nick Scott (double bass) and Richie Buckley (saxophones).

The Three Amigos

When Jimmy Buckley, Robert Mizzell and Patrick Feeney decided to add another string to their bow by becoming The Three Amigos concert act, they brought a new dimension to the Irish entertainment scene.

Today their polished stage performances have become a byword in country music circles to such an extent that they are feted everywhere they go with their stunning show. While all three continue to embellish their careers on an individual front with their own bands, it’s when they come together under The Three Amigos banner that they morph into an outstanding unit that has long since won acclaim throughout the country.

They may have enjoyed success in the ballrooms and in the recording sphere on an individual front but as The Three Amigos they reach a new level. The trio’s many-sided talents come into play in what is a mesmerising stage show, their enthusiasm and energy never failing to captivate their audiences. Their concert performances, indeed, have gone from strength to strength with their professionalism and versatility underpinning their shows.

 

ABBA Forever

It’s always party time when ABBA Forever comes to town, but when it’s the Christmas Show, then that’s a real excuse to let your hair down! This happy sing-a-long event is pure escapism. Celebrating ABBA with a loud and proud production and terrific audio visuals, ABBA Forever is the perfect way to start your Christmas celebrations!

From ‘Waterloo’ to ‘Dancing Queen’, expect a dazzling, fantastic performance including the most iconic hits – ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘S.O.S’, ‘Money, Money Money’, ‘The Winner Takes All’, ‘Gimme Gimme, Gimme!’ and many many more! You’ll be rockin’ in the aisles!

Money for Nothing – Europe’s No. 1 Dire Straits Tribute Show

For the very first time in Ireland, Money For Nothing is a tribute to Dire Straits like no other before. Prepare to be captivated by the authentic sounds of one of the most successful rock bands of all time.

Money For Nothing is a show of the highest quality. Meticulous attention is paid to every detail, to faithfully recreate the distinct sound of Dire Straits in this unforgettable sonic spectacular. During their career Dire Straits sold over 120 million albums and spent over a thousand weeks on the UK charts, ranking fifth all-time!

Performing ‘Money for Nothing’, ‘Romeo and Juliet’, ‘Sultans of Swing’, ‘Private Investigations’, ‘Walk of Life’, ‘Brothers in Arms’, ‘So Far Away’ and many more much-loved classics, drawn from six platinum albums. Featuring all of their legendary hits, audiences are treated to those soaring guitar solos and instantly recognisable riffs by an incredibly talented band in a musical encounter you will never forget.

Christy Moore

Needing no introduction to his Cork fans, Christy is one of the true legends of Irish folk
music and widely considered to be one of Ireland finest songwriters and performers.

His long-standing relationship with Cork audiences goes back decades and his Leeside shows
are all inevitable sell-outs.

The Greatest Love of All – A Tribute To Whitney Houston

Be stunned by the breathtaking vocals of Belinda Davids – as seen on Britain’s Got Talent, Showtime at the Apollo and winner of the BBC’s Even Better Than the Real Thing.

The two-hour international production will fill you with joy, nostalgia and wonderment as it takes you on a heartfelt journey through all of Whitney Houston’s greatest hits including ‘I Wanna Dance With Somebody’, ‘I Will Always Love You’, ‘Greatest Love of All’, ‘How Will I Know’, ‘One Moment in Time’, ‘I Have Nothing’, ‘Didn’t We Almost Have It All’, ‘I’m Every Woman,’ ‘Where Do Broken Hearts Go?’, ‘Higher Love’ and more . . .

Davids is accompanied by her live band and backing vocalists plus glorious state-of-the-art sound, lighting, vision and theatrical FX, making this a beautifully-crafted tribute to one of the world’s most revered singers. This is a special concert event not to be missed.

*Not associated with the Estate of Whitney Houston.