Maria Somerville & Band

Former Áras Éanna Artist In Residence ( 2018) Maria Somerville returns to Inis Oírr.

Thomas McCarthy

Singer of the Year TG4 Gradam Cheoil 2019.

Craiceann

The annual bodhran summer school returns to Áras Éanna.

The Conifers – As part of Craiceann, the Bodhran Summerschool

As part of Craiceann Bodhran Summer school. The Conifers is made up of five young musicians, all of whom are rooted in a strong musical background. While their music is energetic, lively and has a wholesome sound, the band members strive to remain true to a traditional repertoire rooted in the regions of Clare, Sliabh...

Troda – Craiceann -the Bodhran Summerschool

This new exciting trio formed by chance at the NYAH festival, Cavan in 2018. The band immediately bonded and it wasn’t before long TRODA was born.  In a short space of time the band has excelled, playing as guests with the likes of Sharon Shannon. The band’s initial debut was met with a standing ovation...

Before

Fishamble: The New Play Company Presents BEFORE A new play with much music by Pat Kinevane.

Gerry Tom Ó Murchú & Friends

The group play a huge range of great songs and music and a mix of different styles, Irish songs for the most part, both traditional and new.

€10

The Unwanted

Set to be a brilliant gig  with the band bringing rich music traditions from both sides the Atlantic, The Unwanted are three exceptional talents, Cathy Jordan, Rick Epping & Seamie O’Dowd, all with a lifetime dedication to their music.

€15 – €20

The Raines – The Cafe Sessions

Having met on Inis Oírr last year the Raines, Ruth Dillon on vocals  and guitar, Yvonne Tiernan on vocals, guitar & ukulele and Juliana Erkkonen on fiddle, are fittingly returning to the island to share their folk songs, laced with sweet harmonies and intertwined with melodic fiddle.

MARGOT QUINN EXHIBITION OPENING

A representative of Margot’s work which is  about the ordinary everyday and can be anything from a pile of washing up to some bizarre models or a newspaper headline.

Free

Pat Quinn & a Chairde

The mighty Pat Quinn returns for what is sure to be another sell-out concert. Island resident Pat is a singer/songwriter of exceptional talent who pens often hilarious songs with themes ranging from potatoes to penguins to Angelina Jolie. Christy Moore has recorded a version of Pat’s Lingo Politico on his latest album.  For this theatre...

€15 – €20

AN BHEIRT PADRAIG – THE TWO PATS – PAT MCCABE & PAT QUINN

Rare and wonderful chance to hear  THE TWO PATS, that is to say, brothers -in -law writer Pat McCabe and Inis Oírr singer/songwriter Pat Quinn who will perform their legendary spoken words ‘n music extravaganza, including all their hits

€15 – €20

Mouse McHugh with Joe Waldron – The Cafe Sessions

Be prepared to be entertained by Mouse McHugh, Tuam town musician who has played with The Timber Tramps , Too Much for the Whiteman , The Midnight Cowboys , Saw Doctors & The Lounge Lizards  and plays a mix of styles in his own way.  Mouse will be joined by Joe Waldron , cool hand...

€10

Polcaphonc – Children’s concert with Doimnic Mac Giolla Bhríde

Dominic will perform songs from POLCAPHONC, his lively new book of songs in Irish for children. The book has 20 newly composed children’s songs with everything from a greedy spider, a  friendly ghost, children saving the world and an space alien that has a mad interest in fashion, especially clothes with polka dots.

€5

Doimnic Mac Giolla Bhríde & A Chairde

Doimnic will be joined by Frances Morton and a guest guitarist. From  Gaoth Dobhair,  Doimnic also plays the piano accordion and uileann pipes  and  has been an enthusiast of Gaeilge  culture all his life.

€10 – €15

The Raines – The Cafe Sessions

Having met on Inis Oírr last year the Raines, Ruth Dillon on vocals & guitar, Yvonne Tiernan on vocals, guitar & ukulele and Juliana Erkkonen on fiddle, are fittingly returning to the island to share their folk songs, laced with sweet harmonies and intertwined with melodic fiddle.

€10

Picnic Teaghlaigh

Join us again for a fun filled family picnic.  Entertainment will include music, art, games and face painting. Bring your own picnic, tea, coffee and cordial will be available.

Free

Liam Ó Maonlaí

The front man of the Hothouse Flowers plays a solo gig. Liam Ó Maonlaí is one of Ireland's best-loved musicians and singers, both in rock and traditional music. 

Áine Tyrrell &  Emily Wurramara

Áras Éanna

Australia’s favourite adopted Irish sister, Áine Tyrrell is coming home to Ireland to launch her new album, Return To The Sea. She is bringing home Ireland’s soon-to-be favourite adopted Australian sister, Emily Wurramara who is touring her award winning debut Album Milyakburra.

A unique and stunning double bill of powerful and inspiring performers. These women have shared bills and festivals across Australia together already. They are passionate women of the sea from their homes to their music. They both sing and speak from the heart singing anthems for humanity and social justice as well as writing songs that speak to your heart.

€10 – €15

Culture Night: Man of Aran with live score

The iconic 1934 film will be screened with a live,original, contemporary score featuring pedal steel guitar, cello, guitars and electronics by Simon O’Reilly and Alec Brown.

Man of Aran​ is a 1934 Irish fictional documentary film directed by Robert J. Flaherty about life on the Aran Islands. It portrays characters living in premodern conditions, documenting their daily routines such as fishing off high cliffs, farming potatoes where there is little soil, and hunting for huge basking sharks to get liver oil for lamps. Some situations are fabricated, such as one scene in which the shark fishermen are almost lost at sea in a sudden gale. Additionally, the family members shown are not actually related, having been chosen from among the islanders for their photogenic qualities

Free

Christmas Market

Christmas Market with music, crafts, mulled wine and food.  From 6pm. All Welcome.

Free

Súp & Sóp

11th-17thJan 2020 with one advance prep day.

A week of collaboration and craic with Ros na Rún story-liner and actor Sorcha Fox and Ros na Rún actor Marie Bheag Breathnach.

Daily, live soap opera where the characters and scenarios are invented by a cast (established actors/new actors and people interested in set/costume/props on the island).

Double Bill! THE WHILEAWAYS’ & THE LANCASTER BIBLE COLLEGE CHORALE

Áras Éanna

An incredible night of music is in store with what promises to be one of the most memorable and unique nights of the year. 

Galway band The Whileaways’ are three singers cut from the same cloth who weave a tapestry of harmonies and beautifully crafted original songs. Their sound is true and their delivery is undeniably captivating. Described as 'perfected simplicity' by the Irish Echo, USA , the trio incorporate instinctive sibling-like harmonies, captivating lyrics and subtle accompaniment.

€15

Áras Éanna Live – Micheál Ó hAlmhain

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A native of south County Dublin now resident on Inis Oirr, flute player Micheál Ó hAlmhain has devoted his life to performing and promoting traditional music in Ireland through numberless sessions and teaching.

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Ruth Dillon

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Tipperary born/ Conamara-based singer-songwriter Ruth Dillon writes reflective and melodic songs driven by poetic lyrics.

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Liam Ó Maonlaí

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The front man of the Hothouse Flowers plays a solo gig. Liam Ó Maonlaí is one of Ireland's best-loved musicians and singers, both in rock and traditional music. 

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Pat Quinn

Facebook Live

Island resident Pat is a singer/songwriter of exceptional talent who pens often hilarious songs with themes ranging from potatoes to penguins to Angelina Jolie.

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Doimnic Mac Giolla Bhríde

Facebook Live

Doimnic is a well known sean-nós traditional singer, accomplished uilleann piper and piano accordian player. From Gweedore in the Donegal Gaeltacht, Doimnic has proven himself as one of the best traditional singers in the country and has been winner of the coveted ‘Corn Uí Riada’ at the Oireachtas.

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Benny McCarthy

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Benny is from Deelish in Co.Waterford. He began his musical voyage at the age of 13 and was mentored by none other than accordion legend Bobby Gardiner. Benny was Oireachtas champion on both Button accordion and 10-key Melodeon in 1994. Benny plays and manages the Internationally acclaimed Irish Traditional band Danú. He has shared the stage and recorded with many internationally renowned artists over the years including Liam Clancy, Tom Paxton, John Sheahan, Donovan, Donal Lunny, Seán Ó'Sé and others.

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Des Dillon

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Born in Galway, Des Dillon is a textile artist and puppeteer who now lives in the foothills of the Knockmealdown mountains in Co. Tipperary.

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Dara McGee

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Before becoming Artistic Director of Áras Éanna, Dara worked freelance as a set designer, scenic painter, cartoonist, illustrator and performer. With Fibín Theatre Company Dara has performed several ‘Live Art’ shows including, Clann Lir, An Rón Dall and Mac Piarais i bpictiúir.

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Dáithí Ó Briain

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Originally from Dublin, Dáithí has been resident on Inis Oírr for twenty odd years. Dáithí has a powerful voice that lends itself to songs and ballads that visitors to the island have enjoyed and savoured over the years.

Free

Áras Éanna Beo – Noelie McDonnell & Nicola Joyce

Beidh Nolie McDonnell agus Nicola Joyce  ag seinnt ceoil linn mar chuid dár sraith Áras Éanna Beo. Is baill iad Nolie agus Nicola den ghrúpa cáiliúil ‘The Whileaways’. Bhí an grúpa in ainm ceolchoirm a chur ar staitse i mí Marta in Áras Éanna ach leis na srianta córóinavirís bhí sé curtha ar ceall. Faraor...

Free

Áras Éanna Beo – Lasairfhiona Ní Chonaola

Lasairfhíona (pronounced Lah-sah-reena) is a singer/songwriter from Inis Oírr, the Aran Islands in the West of Ireland.  Her debut album An Raicín Álainn (pronounced An Rackeen Ah-lyn) generated a very favourable response in Ireland and abroad. It was selected by Hot Press music magazine as one of the best folk albums of 2002. Her second...

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Mouse McHugh

A powerhouse of talent from Tuam, Mouse McHugh has entertained the masses over the years with fantastic bands such as The Timber Tramps, Too much for the White Man, The Midnight Cowboys, The Sawdoctors and the Lounge Lizards. Mouse has played the ‘Áras Éanna Sessions’ in 2019 filling the Arts Centre with rocking sounds and...

Free

Áras Éanna Live – Róisín Elsafty

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Róisín is a seasoned performer, both on the big international stages throughout Europe, and even China, but also in more intimate settings at home and abroad.

Free

Áras Éanna Live – James Dillon

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Tipperary native James Dillon is a husky-voiced singer/songwriter and member of the high octane acoustic band, The Galway Street Club. James has been entertaining with his unique take on blues and ballads in venues such as Roisín Dubh and Whelans and on the streets of Galway over the past six years. A talent to watch...

Áras Éanna Live – Róisín Mulliez Duo

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Galway girl Róisín is a jazz vocalist who delves into the enormously rich heritage of Gershwin, Porter and Kern, her knowledge and understanding of the genre is deep and passionate.

Free

Aerial / Sparks – Galway 2020

Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture presents AERIAL/SPARKS by Louise Manifold in partnership with the Marine Institute Ireland and in association with the Commissioners of Irish Lights; Áras Éanna, Inis Oírr; and Ars Electronica 2020. Supported through Arts Council of Ireland Project Awards 2017 and 2019.  

Facebook Live – Culture night on Inis Oírr

Facebook Live

As part of culture night in partnership with Ealaín na Gaeltachta, Áras Éanna presents an evening of music and song from Inis Oírr’s finest musicians and singers.

Free

Amazing Grace

Áras Éanna

The story of a fierce feminist leader, seafarer, and mother from the West of Ireland will be brought to life in a special 50 minute stage production at Áras Éanna Ionad Ealaíne, Inis Oirr, on Wednesday night, May 4th (8pm). This family show, which is mostly ‘as Gaeilge’, tells the story of Gráinne Ní Mháille,...

€5 – €10

Barddair an Cheoil

Padraig Jack A group of poets and musicians who are dedicated to collaborating, writing, and performing in the Irish and Welsh languages are coming together for what promises to be a special evening at Áras Éanna, Inis Oirr, on Saturday, May 7 (8pm). All of the performers are from western Wales and the West of...

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Máirtín O Connor Trio

Facebook Live

One of the best-loved musicians ever to emerge from the West of Ireland, Máirtín O Connor, is set to join us for a special outdoor show on the GAA pitch on Inis Oirr on Saturday, June 11 (8pm). As a soloist with the first Riverdance orchestra, Mairtin has performed with De Dannan, Midnight Well and...

Michael Mulcahy

Áras Éanna

An exhibition featuring the first ever artist in residence at Áras Éanna, Michael Mulcahy, will open at the arts centre on Friday, July 8 (8pm). Mick Mulcahy is one of Ireland's most famous expressionist artists and showcased his work to the people of Inis Oirr after spending a winter on the island in the late...