Saint Patrick's Festival Armagh 2013

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SAINT PATRICK IN ARMAGH

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Fáilte roimhaibh go hArd Mhacha d’fhéile Naoimh Phadraig Fair faa ye tae Airmagh fur tha set-time o minin Saunt Petherick theyeir.

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Celebrate Saint Patrick in his chosen City of Armagh with a unique ten day festival featuring cultural events, traditional music, song, dance, storytelling and much more.

The festival takes place from Friday 8 to Monday 18 March, we hope to see you there!

OVERVIEW 03 The Priests In Concert 04 Traditional Music In The City Centre

& Bard Heats And Irish Stew 05 Busking In The City 06 Saint Patrick’s Day 08 Trad Trail 10 Ulster Orchestra 11 Events @ The Market Place Theatre 12 Queen Macha’s Mother’s Day Lunch 13 Mother’s Day @ Craftswirl & Church Services 14 Explore More In Your City

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FRIDAY 08 MARCH // 8.00pm Saint Patrick’s Catholic Cathedral, Armagh // Tickets: £15.00 Join internationally renowned singing sensations ‘The Priests’ as they return to the spectacular setting of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral for an evening of classical and sacred music.

Fathers Eugene and Martin O’Hagan and Father David Delargy will lead a classical music ensemble of beautiful and uplifting music featuring inspirational pieces such as ‘Danny Boy’ and ‘Ave Maria’. Accompanying The Priests will be a full orchestra.

Tickets available from The Market Place Theatre www.marketplacearmagh.com Box Office t: 028 3752 1821

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The Priests have been singing together since they were pupils at St MacNissi’s College, County Antrim. After signing a record deal in 2008, The Priests recorded their debut platinum-selling album in Northern Ireland and Rome, with the unusual honour of having been allowed to record in St. Peter’s Basilica, The Vatican.

Since 2008, the trio have enjoyed success around the world.

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SATURDAY 09 MARCH // 2.30pm - 4.30pm Armagh City Centre // Tickets: FREE

Join us in Armagh City Centre for an afternoon of great music and dance as traditional Irish folk band Raglan take to the outdoor stage. Perfect for those looking for an authentic cultural experience and a great atmosphere, you never know, you might find yourself clapping along to the music or even breaking into a dance!

There’s one thing for sure though…the craic will be mighty!

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FRIDAY 15 MARCH // 8.00pm Derrynoose Community Centre // Tickets: £12.00 [Ticket only] Twelve aspiring Bards will perform their humorous odes in a bid to claim a place in the finals of the prestigious Bard of Armagh Festival of Humorous Verse. The contestants will provide an evening of uproarious bardic revelry, with the best of traditional music and song to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Festival. Guest Performer: Pat McGeeney, celebrated bard winner and storyteller.

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Tickets available from Armagh Tourist Information Centre tel: 028 3752 1800.

Visit www.armagh.co.uk for other outlets.

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Join us for our annual busking session where musicians, bands and singers from all over the region will be performing music across the City.

These up and coming acts will be entertaining the crowds for a prize fund of ÂŁ1,200.

For applications contact Armagh Tourist Information Centre on 028 3752 1800

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DAY PARADE SUNDAY 17 MARCH // 12.00noon Armagh City Celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day in Armagh as the streets come alive in a spectacular display of colour during this year’s carnival parade.

Marching bands, walkabout characters, colourful floats, dance performances and the sound of drums, pipes and song will fill the streets with a celebratory atmosphere for all the family to enjoy.

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SUNDAY 17 MARCH // 11.45am Armagh City // Tickets: FREE

Headlined by More Power To Your Elbow An afternoon of free entertainment is provided as ‘More Power To Your Elbow’ take to the main stage. Hosted by ‘Big O’ this will be a party to remember as the fast paced rhythms of this legendary Celtic folk/rock band drive you into an all singing, all dancing frenzy.

family fun: funfair at shambles market SATURDAY 16 MARCH - MONDAY 18 MARCH

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Come along and experience a weekend of lively foot-tapping traditional music and entertainment featuring traditional music sessions and concerts across Armagh City.

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Follow the trad trail and experience the best in traditional Irish music and culture in the unique setting of Ireland’s oldest City.

From pub sessions to open air concerts, Irish dancing and street music there is something for everyone.

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Date Friday 15 Mar 2013

Time 8.00 pm 9.00 pm 9.30 pm 10.00 pm 10.30 pm 10.30 pm Saturday 11.00 am 16 Mar 6.00 pm 2013 9.00 pm 9.30 pm 9.30 pm 10.00 pm 10.00 pm 10.30 pm 10.30 pm 11.45 am Sunday 17 Mar 2013 1.00 pm 2.00 pm 3.00 pm 3.00 pm 5.00 pm 6.00 pm 6.00 pm 6.00 pm 8.00 pm 10.00 pm Monday 3.00 pm 18 Mar 5.30 pm 2013 6.00 pm

Venue Turner’s Bar The Hole in the Wall Red Ned's Armagh City Hotel Cuchulainn Bar Kelly’s Bar Armagh City Centre Kelly’s Bar The Hole in the Wall Turner’s Bar Red Neds Kelly’s Bar Armagh City Hotel Footlights Cuchulainn Bar Armagh City Centre Hole In The Wall Footlights Turner’s Bar Armagh City Hotel Red Ned's Keegan’s Bar Cuchulainn Bar Kelly’s Bar McKenna’s Bar Kelly’s Bar Keegan’s Bar McKenna’s Bar Kelly’s Bar

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For a full listing of live music and entertainment throughout the festival visit www.armagh.co.uk or telephone 028 3752 1800

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Tamás Kocsis // Director // Ioana Petcu-Colan // Violin

Enjoy a musical extravaganza as the Ulster Orchestra performs a popular mix of classical music in the magnificent setting of Saint Patrick’s Church of Ireland Cathedral.

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MONDAY 18 MARCH 8.00pm Saint Patrick’s Church of Ireland Cathedral Tickets: £15.00

Join the Ulster Orchestra for one of the finest compositions of the Baroque era - Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No.3. Hear the Orchestra ‘tick tock’ as it plays Haydn’s Symphony No.101, The Clock, and enjoy Puccini’s floral tribute - Crisantemi.

Tickets available from The Market Place Theatre www.marketplacearmagh.com Box Office t: 028 3752 1821

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Brendan Grace [Comedy] Thurs 14 March // £20.00 The much loved family comedian’s latest show features some brand new material and some ‘Old Favourites’ from his vast repertoire over the years.

Jarlath Regan - Ha, Ha, Ha! [Comedy] Sat 16 March // £13.00 Known for his standout performances, Jarlath Regan’s new show is sure to have you clutching your sides and begging for more of his ‘side-splitting stuff’.

Give My Head Peace [Comedy] Sat 16 - Sun 17 March // £22.00 Local politicians beware! Uncle Andy and the gang return to the Market Place Theatre for the annual ‘Give My Head Peace’ laughter fest.

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Blood Brothers [Drama] Fri 8 March // £12.00 Premier Theatrical Productions return with their unmissable production of Blood Brothers, a powerful and moving story, which combines moments of joy and sadness beautifully.

Armagh Pipers Club Annual Concert [Folk/Traditional Music] Sun 10 March // £5.00 Armagh Pipers Club annual concert involves all 250 young musicians in the Club. Everyone welcome.

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Owen O’Neill - Struck by Lightning [Comedy] Fri 8 March // £13.00 A brand new show of stand-up theatre from one of our finest comic story-tellers.

Celtic Soul [Tribute Act] Fri 15 March // £12.50 This seven-piece ensemble pays homage to the music of Van Morrison with their sensitive and knowledgeable renditions of his classic hits.

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The Knotty Pine String Band Sat 9 March // £13.00 The Knotty Pine String Band, who herald from Omagh, Co. Tyrone, bring the best of bluegrass music to Armagh!

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SUNDAY 10 MARCH // 1.00pm Navan Centre & Fort, Armagh // Tickets: £6 per adult // £4 per child

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Enjoy a Mother’s Day with a difference at Navan, as you lunch with Queen Macha, the only Queen of Ireland.

Macha’s legacy in the City remains today as her name was given to ‘Armagh’, Macha’s Height.

During lunch Queen Macha will invite guests to savour an array of home cooked foods in a Royal Feast where they will be entertained with enchanting music and some Royal activities. Children will take part in a Bard Workshop, learning from one of King Conor’s Bards on how to script a verse for their Mother. Then simply relax and listen to storytelling with our Celtic characters PRE-BOOKING & PAYMENT ESSENTIAL.

For information contact Navan Centre & Fort, 81 Killylea Road, Armagh. BT60 4LD t: 028 3735 9644 www.facebook.com/navancentrearmagh www.twitter.com/navancentrefort

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Want to buy your mother something different? Are you looking for something unique?

Visit, City Centre based Craftswirl, and solve all your Mother’s Day shopping dilemmas. Stocked with beautiful hand-made crafts by the very best of local and national designers, you are sure to find a present that will give as much pleasure in the giving as in the receiving!

Open : April to September Monday to Saturday 9.00am - 5.30pm // Sunday 1.00pm - 5.30pm October to March Monday to Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm Craftswirl 40 English Street, Armagh. BT61 7BA t: 028 3752 1800

SAINT PATRICK’S CHURCH OF IRELAND CATHEDRAL Holy Communion In Irish Sun 17 Mar | 10.00am Sung Eucharist Sun 17 Mar | 11.00am Choral Evensong Sun 17 Mar | 3.15pm

SAINT PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CATHEDRAL Vigil Mass Sat 16 Mar | 7.00pm

Mass Sun 17 Mar | 8.00am | 10.00am Blessing of the Shamrock Sun 17 Mar | 12.30pm | Cardinal Brady SAINT MALACHY’S CHAPEL Mass Sun 17 Mar | 8.00am | 10.00am | 12.00pm

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ARMAGH CITY CENTRE

EXPLORE MORE IN YOUR CITY THURSDAY 21 MARCH 5.00pm - 9.00pm Armagh City Centre

Armagh City Centre Retail Showcase is an opportunity to explore what your city has to offer during late night opening…giving you the convenience to experience Armagh’s delights at night!

Retailers will showcase the wide range of quality products and services they have to offer:

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demonstrations, tasters, fashion tips, consultations, entertainment & food...!

For further information please contact Armagh Tourist Information Centre on 028 3752 1800.

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Fri 8 Mar // 8.00pm // THE PRIESTS // St Patrick’s Catholic Cathedral Tickets available from The Market Place Theatre // £15 Sat 9 Mar // 2.30pm // Traditional Music in the City Centre Fri 15 Mar - Mon 18 Mar // TRAD TRAIL // Armagh City Visit www.armagh.co.uk for further details Fri 15 Mar // 8.00pm // Bard Heats and Irish Stew Derrynoose Community Centre Sat 16 Mar // 11.00am - 3.00pm // Busking Festival // Armagh City Centre Sat 16 Mar - Mon 18 Mar // Funfair // Shambles Yard Sun 17 Mar // 12.00pm // SAINT PATRICK’S DAY CARNIVAL PARADE with City Centre Entertainment // Visit www.armagh.co.uk for further details Mon 18 Mar // 8.00pm // THE ULSTER ORCHESTRA // St Patrick’s Church of Ireland Cathedral Tickets available from The Market Place Theatre // £15

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This project is part-financed by the European Union’s European Regional Development Fund through the EU Programme for Peace and Reconciliation (PEACE III) managed by the Special EU Programmes Body.