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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
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FRIENDS OF UCH EVENTS UCH in Association with RTÉ Lyric fm presents
MUSIC CLUB WITH LIZ NOLAN The UCH Music Club is back! Music lovers are welcome to join us for this informal, relaxed series with Lyric Fm’s Liz Nolan taking the lead. Sit back, listen to some wonderful music and then chat about it all over a glass of wine. The emphasis is on enjoyment…all you need to bring is your love of music!
Tuesday 20th Feb, 6.30pm Tuesday 6th March, 6.30pm Tuesday 20th March, 6.30pm
The Great Tenors Mozart’s Piano Concerto No.21 (The ‘Elvira Madigan’) Madama Butterfly
Friends €40 | Non Friends €50 (Incl all 3 evenings & a glass of wine!)
THURSDAY 29TH MARCH, 11.30AM
WEDNESDAY 4TH APRIL, 6.00PM
Join us for coffee, cake and chat to celebrate the long Easter weekend. Afterwards enjoy a private tour of the wonderful UL Art Collection in the Foundation Building.
The East Room, Plassey House
FRIDAY 25TH MAY, 5PM
Friends €27 | Non Friends €32
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Friends €65 | Non Friends €75 (INCL. TRANSPORT, CONCERT TICKET & DINNER)
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Come with us to Bloom, Ireland’s largest and most spectacular gardening event, and a wonderful day of food, drink and horticulture. Friends will travel together by coach and enjoy a delicious lunch as well as entry to Bloom.
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
A series of FREE lunchtime performances Join the talented students of the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance for a series of free lunchtime concerts in Café Allegro this Spring! With three students per session playing a variety of instruments including banjo, bodhran, fiddle, flute, piano, box, concertina and harp as well as song, these lunchtime treats are the perfect interlude to a busy day!
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PRESENTED BY The Irish World Academy of Music & Dance and UCH
Saturday 10th February
Storyboard Workshop TIME:
10am-1pm
TICKETS:
€12
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9-11 years
In this exciting workshop, Brown Bag Films Director Damien O’Connor (Angela’s Christmas / Anya / After You) will show how a TV series goes from script to screen via storyboards! Come along, learn how to storyboard and participate in hands on storyboarding exercises (drawing ability not required!). PRESENTED BY Brown Bag Films and University Concert Hall
Booking +353 61 331549 www.uch.ie
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SATURDAY 3RD FEBRUARY
TUESDAY 6TH FEBRUARY
TOMMY FLEMING
RUSSELL WATSON Songs From The Heart
Described as the “Voice of Ireland”, Tommy Fleming has sold over 3 million albums and is regarded as one of the finest singers worldwide. Enjoy his interpretations of classics which he has made his own including Danny Boy, Hard Times and The Contender.
The UK’s best-selling classical crossover artist of all time performs a stunning collection of well loved songs and tracks from his new album True Stories. Russell Watson has sold more than seven million albums and performed for The Queen, The Pope and two US Presidents. Captivating to watch, enchanting to listen to and not to be missed! “He sings like Pavarotti, and entertains the audience like Sinatra” The New York Times
8pm | €30 / Conc. €27
8pm | €50 / €40 Conc. €45
PRESENTED BY TF Productions Ltd.
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
THURSDAY 8TH FEBRUARY
SUNDAY 11TH FEBRUARY
MAGICAL MOZART
THE LITTLE MERMAID
By Candlelight
Cert: G
From the producers of A Viennese Strauss Gala comes this fully costumed show which immerses us in the wonderful music of one of the world’s greatest romantic composers, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Let the European Baroque Ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to a sumptuous past.
In Disney’s beguiling animated romp, rebellious 16-year-old mermaid Ariel is fascinated with life on land. On one of her visits to the surface, she falls for a human prince and makes a dangerous deal with the sea witch Ursula to become human for three days. Things don’t quite go to plan though! Somewhere under the sea and beyond your imagination is an adventure in fantasy. 5 FILMS €20
8pm | €25 / Conc. €22.50
3pm | €7.50 / Conc. €6 & €5
PRESENTED BY S.L. Theatre Productions Ltd.
UCH CINEMA SEASON
Booking +353 61 331549 www.uch.ie
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MONDAY 12TH FEBRUARY
THURSDAY 15TH FEBRUARY
MOULIN ROUGE!
THE MAN IN BLACK
Cert: 12A The year is 1899 - Christian, a young English writer, comes to Paris to follow the Bohemian revolution taking hold of the city. Nowhere is the thrill more alive than at the Moulin Rouge, where Christian gets involved in a dangerous love triangle. Hit musical directed by Baz Luhrmann.
Direct from the USA comes this hit Johnny Cash Tribute show, featuring Terry Lee Goffee and his band. He sings like Johnny, he looks like Johnny and he performs just like the great man, with energy, charisma and vitality!
“The show is great, my brother would be proud” – Tommy Cash
5 FILMS €20
7.30pm | € 7.50 / Conc. €6 & €5
8pm | €25 / Conc. €22
UCH CINEMA SEASON
PRESENTED BY Tommy Swarbrigg
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
SATURDAY 17TH FEBRUARY
THURSDAY 22ND FEBRUARY
PAT SHORTT
KEITH BARRY
How’s Tings?
Magic Madhouse
Pat Shortt returns with his smash hit show “How’s Tings?”! In a night of music and mayhem, Ireland’s most popular comedian explores all sorts of tings – big tings, little tings, personal tings, international tings, and tings that only affect the Parish! In Shortt, it’s a funny show about tings.
Returning to UCH, Keith Barry stars in his brand new show -Magic Madhouse -which will be full of his hilariously funny mixture of magic and mentalism. This show will put Keith firmly in charge as all around him descend into mayhem in his aptly named Madhouse. You’d be mad to miss it! Under 12’s must be accompanied by an adult.
8pm | €28
8pm | €30
PRESENTED BY Shortt Comedy Theatre
Booking +353 61 331549 www.uch.ie
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FRIDAY 23RD FEBRUARY
SATURDAY 24TH FEBRUARY
SMOKIE
MIKE DENVER & MARGO
Due to huge popular demand, Smokie return to UCH following their last sell out show! Smokie celebrate their 45th Anniversary in 2018 with a world tour, which will see them bringing a new freshness and vigour to hits that have become classics of pop, including I’ll Meet You At Midnight, Don’t Play Your Rock ‘n’ Roll To Me, Oh Carol, the classic Livin’ next door to Alice and many more.
Ireland’s top male and female country stars come together on one stage! Mike Denver announces the legendary Margo as his very special guest for this highly anticipated concert. With full band and a super stage set, as well as an excellent mix of country classics and middle of the road hits sung by Mike and Margo, this show will be unmissable!
8pm | €30 / Conc. €27
8pm | €30 / Conc. €27
PRESENTED BY Tommy Swarbrigg
PRESENTED BY Tom Kelly
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
SUNDAY 25TH FEBRUARY
MONDAY 26TH FEBRUARY
HIGH VOLTAGE
RHIFF SELECTED SHORTS
25 Year Showcase High Voltage School of Dance is opened 25 years and is performimg a spectacular dance show with excerpts from the Wizard of Oz but with an up to date modern twist – which will include dancers from age 3 upwards providing a night of fantastic entertainment to suit all ages.
Join The Richard Harris International Film Festival for an entertaining evening of short films selected from the 2017 festival favourites. This selection of shorts is currently on the festival circuit in Ireland and internationally, don’t miss your chance to see them!
Tickets available through the School.
7pm | €15
7.30pm | € 7.50 / Conc. €6 & €5
PRESENTED BY Desiree & Tucker Purcell High Voltage School of Dance
PRESENTED BY UCH Cinema & the Richard Harris Intl. Film Festival
Booking +353 61 331549 www.uch.ie
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THURSDAY 1ST MARCH
TUESDAY 6TH MARCH
A Conversation with
ROMEO & JULIET
This ‘in conversation’ event features Dean Strang, best known for his involvement in the Steven Avery case which was documented in the Netflix docu-series, Making a Murderer. Dean Strang will discuss the challenges and importance of providing a criminal defence.
Come witness the world’s greatest, most tragic love story brought to life by the Royal Moscow Ballet’s gifted company of Ballerinas, with breathtakingly beautiful costumes and exhilarating score. This is every ballet fan’s dream production, which has inspired the greatest choreographers and dancers throughout the world.
8pm | €10 / Conc. €5
8pm | €32.50 / €25 / Conc. €29.50
PRESENTED BY Prof. Shane Kilcommins, Head of School of Law, University of Limerick
PRESENTED BY KCP
DEAN STRANG
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
FRIDAY 9TH MARCH
SUN 11TH & MON 12TH MARCH
Bank Of Ireland
LIMERICK SCHOOL OF CLASSICAL BALLET
Bank of Ireland Junk Kouture is a national contest which encourages young designers in second level education to create striking couture designs and impressive works of wearable art from everyday junk that would normally find its way into the bin.
The Limerick School of Classical Ballet presents a show in two halves! The first half will showcase the Junior School as they perform a balletic version of Beauty and the Beast. For the second half of the show, the Senior school take to the stage performing a wonderful condensed version of Coppelia.
7pm | €20
8pm | €15
PRESENTED BY Bank of Ireland Junk Kouture
PRESENTED BY Limerick School of Classical Ballet
JUNK KOUTURE
Booking +353 61 331549 www.uch.ie
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ITEITDY LIM AILABIL AV
TUESDAY 13TH MARCH
FRIDAY 16TH MARCH
RUSSELL BRAND
REACH OUT
Re:Birth
Gala Fundraiser
What is real? Who are we? Where did this baby come from? In Re:Birth, Russell Brand wrestles with these questions while unravelling the matrix of modern media, politics, sex, fatherhood and death. Join one of comedy’s fiercest talents as he tries to make sense of life having just made a new one.
Music Generation present the ultimate Musical Variety Show as part of Limerick’s St Patrick’s Day Festival. Presented by Eoghan Mc Dermot (Voice of Ireland, 2fm) the show will feature an eclectic mix of young performers from across the region, plus special guests, spot prizes and surprises. This will be a youth music concert unlike any other- fast-moving, fun, innovative and inspiring. Sponsord by Limerick and Clare Education Training Board, Music Generation
8pm | €33
8pm | €10 / Conc. €8 / (4) €30
PRESENTED BY MCD
PRESENTED BY Music Generation Limerick City
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
TUESDAY 20TH MARCH
THURSDAY 22ND MARCH
LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL
ICO - KEY WORKS
Cert: PG
Jörg Widmann Conductor/Clarinet Elisabeth Leonskaja Piano
This 1997 Oscar award winning film is an unforgettable fable that proves love, family and imagination can conquer all as an open-minded Jewish librarian strives to protect his son from the dangers of camp during the Holocaust. In Italian with English subtitles.
Intl. Education Division Pick!
5 FILMS €20
Join the Irish Chamber Orchestra and Grand Dame of the piano Elisabeth Leonskaja for this concert. Programme Weber Concertino for Clarinet in E flat Major, Op. 26 Mendelssohn String Symphony No. 13 in C minor Sinfoniesatz Mozart Piano Concerto No. 23 in A major, KV 488 Widmann Fever Fantasy for Piano, String Quartet and Clarinet Schumann Symphony No. 2 in C major, Op. 61
7.30pm | €7.50 / Conc. €6 & €5
8pm | €25 / Conc. €22 & €10
UCH CINEMA SEASON
PRESENTED BY the Irish Chamber Orchestra
Booking +353 61 331549 www.uch.ie
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SAT 24TH & SUN 25TH MARCH
WEDNESDAY 4TH APRIL
EXPRESSIVE ARTS
MADAMA BUTTERFLY
WORKING WITH
MAMMA MIA People all over the world fell in love with the musical Mamma Mia. The ultimate feel-good music of ABBA and the hilarious story guarantees a foot-tapping, hand-clapping sing-along night with the Senior Students of Expressive Arts. Younger Students will explore the wonder of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and much more.
This award winning opera returns with exquisite sets, fabulous costumes and wonderful chorus and soloists. One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant. Highlights include the Humming Chorus, One Fine Day and the unforgettable Love Duet. Enjoy a pre-opera supper in the beautiful new East Room at Plassey House. See page 5 for details
7.30pm | €16 / Conc. €13 & €10 Family (4) €50 PRESENTED BY Expressive Arts Theatre School
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8pm | €39 / €36.50 / €25 Conc. Available PRESENTED BY Ellen Kent & Opera and Ballet
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
FRIDAY 6TH APRIL
SUNDAY 8TH APRIL
JAKE CARTER
TOY STORY
New pop sensation, and Dancing with the Stars contestant, Jake Carter has taken the Irish pop scene by storm this year! Having performed with brother Nathan in many venues over the years, Jake is now wowing audiences all over the country with his own energetic performances, backed by a full live band.
Cert: G This smash hit, iconic Disney Pixar movie is all about Woody, a cowboy doll who is desperately jealous when a new spaceman figure – the unique Buzz Lightyear – supplants him as top toy in his boy’s room!
5 FILMS €20
8pm | €19.50
3pm | €7.50 / Conc. €6 & €5
PRESENTED BY Savee Entertainment.
UCH CINEMA SEASON
Booking +353 61 331549 www.uch.ie
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SATURDAY 7TH APRIL
MARY BLACK Sings Jimmy Mac In this unique concert, Mary Black will showcase the songs of one of Ireland’s greatest song writers - Jimmy MacCarthy! Timeless songs of a generation from No Frontiers and Katie to Bright Blue Rose and many more – songs so many of us know by heart. Expect a special night, which forms part of our 25th anniversary celebrations, where Mary brings her magic to these incomparable, shining songs and many more besides.
8pm | €35 / Conc. €32.50 20
UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
MONDAY 9TH APRIL
WEDNESDAY 11TH APRIL
AN INCONVENIENT SEQUEL: TRUTH TO POWER
A Celebration Of
Cert: PG A decade after An Inconvenient Truth brought climate change into the heart of popular culture, Al Gore released this follow-up that shows just how close we are to a real energy revolution!
In association with the UL Environmental Committee
JOHN DENVER Wayne Denton becomes the much loved and greatly missed John Denver. Together with musicians and AV footage, Wayne takes the audience on a memorable journey through the extensive John Denver songbook which includes classics such as Annie’s Song, Leaving On A Jet Plane and much more.
5 FILMS €20
7.30pm | €7.50 / Conc. €6 & €5
8pm | €25 / Conc. €22.50
UCH CINEMA SEASON
PRESENTED BY S. L Theatre Productions Ltd.
Booking +353 61 331549 www.uch.ie
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THURSDAY 19TH APRIL
FRI 20TH & SAT 21ST APRIL
RISING STARS
CHRISTY MOORE
University Concert Hall is delighted to continue its Rising Stars Concert series, which was established last year in order to bring young, Irish classical artists to new audiences. Six gifted musicians and singers have been chosen as this year’s emerging artists. Robert Finegan Saxophonist Corina Ignat Soprano Ellen Jansson Piano Robert McAllister Bass Baritone Emma Nash Soprano Kevin Neville Bass Baritone
UCH is delighted to welcome back one of the most compelling and inspirational musicians Ireland has ever seen, with a career spanning over 40 years and 30 albums. Christy Moore is “On The Road” in the wake of the release of his brand new live album of that name.
8pm | €10
Friends Receive Complimentary Tickets
8pm | €45 / €40
PRESENTED BY University Concert Hall
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
THURS 26TH – SAT 28TH APRIL
SUNDAY 29TH APRIL
Limerick Musical Society presents
UL ORCHESTRA PROMS CONCERT
JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
Considered one of the greatest Rock Operas ever created, Jesus Christ Superstar highlights the political and personal struggles between Jesus and Judas through a brilliant score which includes hits such as the title song and I Don’t Know How To Love Him. With a strong cast, distinctive set, a leading production team, with imaginative and original direction – this production is not to be missed.
This year’s University of Limerick Orchestra Proms Concert includes works by Elgar, Rossini, Queen and Mancini among others. Featuring soloist Caoimhe de Paor who will perform Richard Harveys Concerto Incantato for solo recorder, a must see this April.
8pm | €23 / Conc. €20 & €18.50
8pm | €15 / Conc. €10 & €5
PRESENTED BY Limerick Musical Society
PRESENTED BY University of Limerick Orchestra
Booking +353 61 331549 www.uch.ie
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MONDAY 30TH APRIL
TUESDAY 1ST MAY
ONCE
MICHAEL JACKSON HISTORY SHOW
Cert: 15A This modern-day Irish musical is about a busker and an immigrant and their eventful week in Dublin as they write, rehearse and record songs that tell their love story. Winner of the 2008 Academy Award for Best Song.
UL Student Union Pick!
From the producers of the hit Whitney Houston – Greatest Love of All show, comes this spectacular tribute and full-scale stage production honouring the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Get the full Michael Jackson concert experience with Dantanio – electrifying in his role as Jackson – plus a live band, choreographed dancers, authentic costumes and state-of-the-art production.
5 FILMS €20
7.30pm | €7.50 / Conc. €6 & €5
8pm | €29 / Conc. €25
UCH CINEMA SEASON
PRESENTED BY Showtime Australia & Pat Egan
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
THURSDAY 3RD MAY
SATURDAY 12TH MAY
MUSICA VIVIT
LIMERICK CHORAL UNION
The Students of Cistercian College Roscrea return for their annual end of year concert. Featuring the celebrated College choirs and orchestra, soloists and instrumentalists, this concert showcases the wide and varied music tradition of the College. Following the launch of the CCR Music Scholarship Programme in 2011 the College’s Music Department has expanded even further and now ranks as one of the most vibrant in the country.
LCU returns with a performance of Bach’s Mass in B Minor, his final masterpiece! Every movement boasts exceptional melodies, with movements of complex, haunting and endlessly fascinating themes. This exciting work was last performed in Limerick by LCU in 1971 and will be a rare and delightful evening for all! Directed by Mr. Malcolm Green. Accompanied by LCU Symphony Orchestra.
7.30pm | €10 / Conc. €7 & (5) €35
8pm | €25 / Conc. €22
PRESENTED BY Cistercian College Roscrea
PRESENTED BY Limerick Choral Union
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Rachel Croash Soprano Sarah Ellen Murphy Alto Andrew Gavin Tenor Robert McAllister Bass
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MONDAY 14TH MAY
TUESDAY 15TH MAY
VERTIGO
THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY
Cert: PG In this Hitchcock classic, a San Francisco detective suffering from acrophobia investigates the strange activities of an old friend’s wife, all the while becoming dangerously obsessed with her.
Direct from a Sold Out Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance! Using projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration also features a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water and many more.
5 FILMS €20
7.30pm | €7.50 / Conc. €6 & €5
8pm | €26 / Conc. €24.50
UCH CINEMA SEASON
PRESENTED BY Maple Tree Entertainment
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
FRI 18TH & SAT 19TH MAY
FRIDAY 25TH MAY
MARIO ROSENSTOCK
FINBAR FUREY
In Your Face One man…A hundred faces… In Your Face! Most normal people have 43 muscles in their face. With Mario multiply that by 10…and they all move at the same time! The brand new 2018 show is bigger, bolder and more interactive than ever. One minute he’s on stage. One minute he’s In Your Face!
Finbar Furey – The Irish folk legend, who has left his mark on the music of Ireland for more than four decades as the lead singer and uilleann pipes player for the Fureys, has always been at the forefront of musical change. For this concert, Finbar will be joined by Peter Eades (Piano, Electric Guitar, Strings, Cuatro, Backing Vocals) and Paul O’Driscoll (Double Bass, Backing Vocals).
8pm | €31.50
8pm | €30
PRESENTED BY MCD
PRESENTED BY Dolans & MPI Bands
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MONDAY 28TH MAY
WEDNESDAY 30TH MAY
WEST SIDE STORY Cert: PG
SING OUT WITH STRINGS – TEN!
In 1962 West Side Story won 10 Academy Awards! This classic musical is an adaptation of the romantic Romeo & Juliet tragedy, with the feuding families becoming two warring New York gangs and Tony and Maria as the star crossed lovers.
The Irish Chamber Orchestra’s Sing Out with Strings programme celebrates its 10th birthday with a feast of music and song. The ICO with special guests will accompany their young colleagues through a delicious mix of music. Don’t miss TEN – one for all the family!
UCH Staff Pick!
5 FILMS €20
7.30pm | €7.50 / Conc. €6 & €5 UCH CINEMA SEASON
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12pm | €2 PRESENTED BY The Irish Chamber Orchestra’s Sing Out With Strings programme.
UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
FRIDAY 1ST & SATURDAY 2ND JUNE
DON MCLEAN Legendary singer/songwriter, Don McLean, has amassed over 40 gold and platinum records world-wide and was inducted into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame in 2004. Forever associated with his classic hits American Pie and Vincent (Starry, Starry Night), Don McLean is the original American Troubadour.
8pm | €45 PRESENTED BY Dolans
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UNIVERSITY CONCERT HALL LIMERICK
Celebrating 25 Years
THURSDAY 14TH JUNE
SATURDAY 16TH JUNE
REBECCA O’CONNOR SIMPLY THE BEST AS TINA TURNER
MILITARY BANDS & PIPES OF THE DEFENCE FORCES
Rebecca O’Connor as Tina Turner returns to UCH by huge popular demand following her sell out show last May! Be prepared to be wowed by Rebecca’s flawless renditions of Tina’s biggest hits – Proud Mary, Private Dancer, Simply The Best and much, much more!
Mairead Buicke Soprano John Molloy Bass
“Rebecca is so good, it’s scary” – Tina Turner
Summer Proms
The Military Bands and Pipes of the Defence Forces, under the baton of Capt. Brian Prendergast, perform operatic arias, musical theatre and military band tunes. This Proms will be extra special as it will be broadcast live on Evelyn Grant’s Weekend Drive, marking the launch of the CD celebrating Irish wind band music on the RTÉ lyric fm label.
8pm | €28 / Conc. €25
5pm | €24 / Conc. €20
PRESENTED BY Simply The Best Touring
PRESENTED BY University Concert Hall
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Celebrating 25 Years
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Seats are available for Wheelchair users and their companions. Please specify any special requirements when booking your tickets. An induction loop system for hard of hearing patrons is installed in the Auditorium.
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Please note the Foundation car park is now a Pay Car Park by day, however, barriers will be lifted for complimentary exit for customers leaving after performances at UCH. 34
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