2009 Programme - Féile na nDéise
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Thursday 30th April
8.00pm: Official Opening - Town Hall Theatre
Official Opening of Festival by Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh (Patrún na Féile) followed by:
8.00pm: Brendan & Emily Shine And Their Super Band In Concert - Town Hall Theatre
www.myspace.com/brendanshine
For 40 years Brendan Shine has been entertaining people all over the world so why not come along and share an evening with Brendan his daughter Emily and his super band. Admission €15
Friday 1st May
8.00 pm: Take The Floor With Monnie Hallahan - Pearse Room, Óstán Lálor
Oiche Gaeleach le ceol agus rinnce i dteannta Monnie agus a cháirde.
8.00 pm: The Deise Singers In Concert With The Árd Scoil na nDéise Senior Choir - Town Hall Theatre
Also featuring harpist: Eimear Fahey - Tenor: Stephen McKelvie - Accompanists: Brian Hughes & Sinéad Fahey - Music Directors: Lena Walsh & Ciara Lucey. The Déise Singers" are a new local choir founded by Lena Walsh. They are a forty member choir dedicated to singing for their own enjoyment and for the enjoyment of others. Admission €10
10.00pm: Guinness Music Trail
Follow the Music Sessions in various Pubs around the town in the 'Guinness Music Trail'. Downey's Bar / Lawlors Hotel / Lady Belle / De Auld Oak
Saturday 2nd May
The Julie-Rose McCormick Puppet Theatre presents "Oisín In Tír Na Nóg" - Town Hall Theatre
The classic Irish tale of Oisin as he travels to the land of Tír na Nóg with Niamh of the Golden hair, but what will happen, after 300 yrs. This is a family show performed with puppets and blacklight. Julie-Rose McCormick was puppeteer on the Lassie movie, she has worked with the Abbey, project and Ark theatre, she has performed in Ireland and internationally for 21 years, touring with her own productions. Two shows are being performed.
Admission €5. 5 tickets for €20
12.00: Oisín In Tír Na Nóg
3.00pm: Oisín In Tír Na Nóg
2.00pm: 'Historical Walking Tour of Dungarvan'
With local Historian John Young. Starting Point - Féile Office Tour Fee €4
1.30pm-2.30pm: Busking Competition (Registration @ 1.00) - Grattan Square
For the Martin Curran Memorial Shield and €200 in prize money. Entry forms available on the day from Féile office. Maximum of four persons per group. 1st Prize €100, 2nd €60, 3rd €40. Competition kindly sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre.
2.30pm: Visiting Swedish Choir "Danmarks Church Choir" - Grattan Square
This choir is a Church Choir and they are celebrating their 100 year jubilee this year. They recently performed at the Swedish ambassador's residence which is a huge day for Swedes. The choir is led by Eva Karlsson and the Musical Director is Sinéad Breen. (Sinéad is originally from Clonea Road, Abbeyside, now living in Sweden)
3.00pm-5.00pm: Open Air Concert With 'The Whiskey Jacks' - Grattan Square
www.thewhiskeyjacks.com
Having played together occasionally for a few years, Mike, Sean, John & Leo formed "The Whiskey Jacks" in early 2007. They launched their new CD on Friday, 23rd November 2007. All band members come from musical backgrounds having played with different bands over the years and together they play a mixture of lively songs and trad combined with well known ballads, country and airs. Mike Donegan (Acoustic Guitar & Vocals) Sean Hickey (Button Accordion) John Angland (Tenor Banjo, Mandolin & Vocals) Leo Fitzgerald (Bass Guitar, & Vocals) & Dave on drums. Grant Assisted by Waterford County Council's Arts Grants Scheme 2009 Le cabhair ó Scéim Deontais Ealaíon Chomhairle Chontae Phort Láirge 2009
3.00pm: Guinness Music Trail
Follow the Music Sessions in various Pubs around the town in the 'Guinness Music Trail' Downey's Bar/ Lawlors Hotel/ Lady Belle / Bridie Dees (De Auld Oak session at 2.00pm)
8.00pm: Lecture on 'The War of Independance' - Pearse Room, Lawlors Hotel
As told by those who were involved. Hosted by well known local historian "Seán Murphy". Admission €5
8.30pm: Cúl Cheoil (Comeragh Comhaltas) - Town Hall Theatre
Traditional Irish Show le Ceol, Rinnce agus Amhránaíocht with special guest "Seán Ó Sé" (An Puc ar Buile). Grant Assisted by Waterford County Council's Arts Grants Scheme 2009. Le cabhair ó Scéim Deontais Ealaíon Chomhairle Chontae Phort Láirge 2009.
Cead Isteach €15
10.00pm: Guinness Music Trail
Follow the Music Sessions in various Pubs around the town in the 'Guinness Music Trail' Downey's Bar / Lady Belle / Paddy Foleys / Alice O' Connors /Lawlors Hotel/ Minnie's. Admission €5
Sunday 4th May
12 noon: Aifreann na Féile - St. Mary's Parish Church
2pm: Family Entertainment - The Lookout, Dungarvan Town Park
A programme of events for all the family MC'ed by Nicola Beresford. Why not take a stroll through the park to a great family day out!!!
2pm-3.30pm: Open Air Music featuring Mattie Weldon - Dungarvan Town Park
2.00 pm: Variety Of Family Entertainment - The Lookout, Dungarvan Town Park
Magic with 'Sylvano the Magician'
Sylvano is a leading magician who will entertain both children and adults alike with his amazing array of tricks & illusions. After the show Sylvano displays his talent for manipulating balloons to make the animal of your choice.
The Wobbly Circus (featuring Stilt Walkers, Jugglers and "The Paul Wheel Circus Skills Show")
The Wobbly Circus has provided a variety of unique entertainment for festivals and events throughout Ireland over the last ten years.
- Bouncy Castle!!!!
- Face Painting!!!!!
- Ice Cream!!!!!
3.30pm-5.00pm: Open Air Concert with "George Murphy and his Band" - The Lookout, Dungarvan Town Park
George Murphy first came to the nation's attention in 2004 via his show-stealing performance on R.T.E. 'You're A Star'. His many admirers see him as the natural successor to the great Luke Kelly of The Dubliners, His debut album, Dreamed A Dream, produced by Phil Coulter, featured songs like 'Raglan Road' Dublin In the Rare Auld Times', 'Joe Hill' and John Lennon's 'Working Class Hero'. His first single 'The Moon Going Home' was a No. 1 hit in Ireland while the album itself achieved multi-platinum status.
4.00pm: Guinness Music Trail
Follow the Music Sessions in various Pubs around the town in the 'Guinness Music Trail' Downey's Bar / Lady Belle / Bridie Dees
8.30 pm: "Blackwater Band" in Concert - Town Hall Theatre
www.blackwaterband.ie
Blackwater launched their new album "Live from the Kitchen" in October 2008. Why not come along and hear the best of traditional music and song from; Christy O'Neill, Michael McKenna, Nicky Power, Caroline King and Michael Flynn Supported by Waterford Co. Council's Arts Grants Scheme 2008. Grant Assisted by Waterford County Council's Arts Grants Scheme 2009 Le cabhair ó Scéim Deontais Ealaíon Chomhairle Chontae Phort Láirge 2009 Admission €15.00
9.30pm: Céilí Mór with "Tom McCarthy" Céilí Band - Ballroom, Lawlors Hotel
Admission €510
10.00pm: Guinness Music Trail
Follow the Music Sessions in various Pubs around the town in the 'Guinness Music Trail'. Bridie Dees / Downey's / Lady Belle / Lawlors Hotel / Paddy Foleys / Alice O'Connors / Minnies
Monday 5th May
2.00pm: 'Bucket Singing Competition' - Downeys Bar Main Street.
1st Prize €75.00 / 2nd Prize €50.00 / 3rd Prize €25.00 adjudicated by Alice Fitzgerald The mystery and magic of 'Bucket Singing'. Come along and see for yourself. Bí ann gan teip!!!!!
3.00pm: Guinness Music Trail
Follow the Music Sessions in various Pubs around the town in the 'Guinness Music Trail' Downey's Bar / Lady Belle / Bridie Dees / De Auld Oak
Exhibitions For Féile Weekend 2008
The Old Market House Arts Centre - Lower Main St., Dungarvan
'Chimera, Red Woman and Finn' by Fergus Lyons
'Womanagh' by Martha Cashman
'Market 09' – Various artists
Open Tuesday 28th April to Friday 1st May 2009
Daily 11am to 5pm. (Lunch 12.30 – 1.30)
Admission free – all are welcome
Waterford County Museum - St. Augustine Street, Dungarvan
www.waterfordmuseum.ie
Opening Hours for Féile Weekend
Friday 10am - 5pm (Closed 1-2)
Saturday 10am - 5pm (Closed 1-2)
Sunday 12am -5pm Open at Lunchtime
Monday Closed
Admission free – all are welcome
The Ardmore Gallery & Art School - Harbour Mill, Dungarvan
Exhibition Title: "The Session"
Artist: Dungarvan Artist Brigid Hynes Roche
Brigid's work is receiving critical acclaim and hangs in many public and private collections.
Opening Hours: Friday / Saturday 11am to 6pm - Sunday / Monday 12pm to 6pm
Le Marché De France European Market - Main Street, Dungarvan
Wonderful array of tastes & aromas from across Europe
Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday
Weekly Events
Dungarvan Farmers Market every Thursday morning in Grattan Square from 9.00am-2.00pm
Country Markets Ltd. every Friday morning in the Causeway Tennis Clubhouse from 11.00am-1.30pm
Best Dressed Window Competition
Kindly Sponsored Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber of Commerce. Entry forms available from Tourist Office
Tickets for all concerts, Céilí and puppet show available from Dungarvan Tourist Office Phone 058 41741 or 058 45273, Downey's Bar Main St. Phone 086 2523729
