A New Leaf is the compelling story of a woodland and its discovery of an enchanting new leaf.
The Grand Old Oak must solve the mystery of this new ‘leaf’, but she needs the help of an unexpected ally – Florence the Woodpecker. The performance is a mixture of poetry, prose and song.
“The poetry was brilliant. All gentle and powerful.” “Brilliant guitar playing. Amazing lyrics & songs.” “Made-me-cry. Emotive.”
For children and adults 7 years and up.
Image (c) Ian Hodgson.
Focussing on South Liverpool, this two hour walk -popular in recent years- visits the remarkable architecture of the Hope and Rodney Street areas.
in doing so, walkers will discover physical connections to the history, politics and culture of Liverpool’s vibrant Irish community. Led by historian Greg Quiery, we advise you book early to avoid disappointment.
Anyone interested in this walk may also be interested in the Scotland Road walk (Sun 20 Oct) and coach tour (Sun 27 Oct).
Welcome to the launch of the book about the famous Liverpool Céilí Band of the 1960s and 70s.
Doors open at 6.30pm with the book available from then. The real show starts at 7.30pm, with an interview with The Spirit of the Reels author Ray Rooney; readings from the book and sets of the original band’s tunes, played by a fantastic group of the finest traditional musicians. The evening will also include a céilí, step dancing and a great seisiún to conclude.
A further launch with céilí –The Spirit of the Reels- will be held at 2pm on Sun 24 Nov 2019 at Liverpool Irish Centre for those unable to attend in October. See liverpoolirishcentre.com for details.
This two hour walk –led by historian Greg Quiery- will explore the dense history of this world famous district.
Featuring the stories of heroic men and women, footballers and rock stars, two hidden statues, a graveyard and the legends of Dandy Pat and James Carling. The walk ends at St Anthony’s church, a short bus ride from town.
As with the South Liverpool walk, places are limited so we advise you book early to avoid disappointment.
Anyone interested in this walk may also be interested in the South Liverpool walk (Sat 19 Oct) and coach tour (Sun 27 Oct).
This event commences at 2pm, not 12pm as in certain listings.
One of the most compelling and inspirational musicians Ireland has ever seen, Christy Moore has a universal fan base and continues to entertain. It is his deep urge to connect with the listener and transmit the meaning of the songs he sings that endears him to audiences of all ages. Christy has released over 25 solo albums, from Paddy on the Road (1969) to his most recent On The Road, released worldwide (Nov 2017) to great acclaim. Featuring 24 songs, the two-discs collect the songs that Christy has made his own during 50+ incredible years of live touring.
This event is a festival preview organised by Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.
Sit back and be enthralled by the songs and story of Co. Mayo’s own Delia Murphy, sung in Delia’s unique style.
Roll back the years with The Spinning Wheel, If I were a Blackbird and other much loved songs.
From Hollymount (Co. Mayo), Delia rose as a celebrity singer, admired by music fans who appreciated her vinyl recordings and radio broadcasts. Married to Irish Ambassador, Thomas Kiernan, Delia was a star in her own right. She mixed with the famous and mighty, but retained her identity as a recording artist and performer. She was an extrovert who liked people with the same openness as herself.
2018 marked the 80th anniversary of Delia’s first Abbey Road HMV recordings. After ten successful years of touring, Carmen remains keen to remember Delia to those who recall her and share her -as a unique woman and artist- with new audiences. Among other incredible stories, audiences will hear tell of Delia’s dealings in the Vatican’s ‘Spies Parlour Network’, in German occupied Rome during the war. Delia’s musical legacy continues in her celebrity, in grandson Ronan Browne’s Uilleann-pipe playing and in this very event.
Hello Delia Murphy is an illustrated, beguiling talk with songs –compiled and performed by Delia’s niece, Carmen Cullen- accompanied by Gerry Anderson on guitar. Delia -a significant musical-history figure- is credited with laying the groundwork for the Irish folk revival of the late 1930s-50s (before Liam Clancy), which she took to the world stage.
Providing a snapshot of the festival ahead, the launch welcomes everyone to come and get a taste of Ireland, with some Irish stew and a glass of the black stuff, in the natural home of Liverpool’s Irish community. There will be music, stories, speeches (only short ones allowed!) and singing for everyone to watch, listen to and take part in.
Come along and meet the #LIF2019 team; share your Irishness, raise a glass (Sláinte!/Health!) and welcome in this year’s festival, celebrating unique stories, creatively told. We look forward to greeting you.
Please note: this event runs 8pm-10pm not 6pm-8pm as noted erroneously in the brochure!
A New Leaf is the compelling story of a woodland and its discovery of an enchanting new leaf.
The Grand Old Oak must solve the mystery of this new ‘leaf’, but she needs the help of an unexpected ally – Florence the Woodpecker. The performance is a mixture of poetry, prose and song.
“The poetry was brilliant. All gentle and powerful.” “Brilliant guitar playing. Amazing lyrics & songs.” “Made-me-cry. Emotive.”
For children and adults 7 years and up.
Image (c) Ian Hodgson.
Follow the lives and family histories of three young men as they grow up in Coolock on Dublin’s northside. What shapes them and entices them to a life of crime? Examining issues of class, religion and identity, this new play is an unflinching exploration of the Irish psyche, bringing our collective guilts, secrets and flaws to the surface.
Written, toured internationally and performed by 2018 Best Irish Actor winner, John Connors, this is sure to be a thoroughly gripping experience and a ‘must see’, ahead of what is sure to be a meterioc rise for this budding star of stage and sceen.
Developed as part of Show In A Bag, an artist development initiative of Dublin Fringe Festival, Fishamble: The New Play Company and Irish Theatre Institute to resource theatre makers and actors.
Are you into music by women for everyone? Do you want to support emerging talent? Are you riding the (fourth) wave of Feminism? Then this evening is just for you, your friends and your family!
Bringing together three unique music artists, Visible Women shows off the contemporary talents of Irish singer-songwriters Maz O’Connor, Laura Duff and headliner Lisa O’Neill.
Hosting the evening is a bilingual spoken-word artist, broadcaster Ciara Ní É, supported by Irish television broadcaster TG4. With two hours of music, this is set to be an evening of musical adventure and lyrical storytelling, all tied up with a beautiful Gaelic twist.