Upcoming Events:
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Paddy Keenan – Friday, 3 February 2012
Right back to his years with the genre-defining Bothy Band, Paddy’s playing has electrified listeners both on recordings and on stage.
Don’t miss this opportunity to see Paddy in the intimate surrounds of The London Irish Centre.
Doors 7:30.
Support 8pm
Tickets Available from: http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/event/2588618628
Priced at £13.50 advance. £15 on the door.
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Journey to the Fifth Province – Thursday, 16 February 2012 at 7.30pm
16th Feb – 7.30pm
Advance ticket prices £10 / £8 concessions with tickets on the door at £12 / £8 concessions.
Tickets: http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/event/2798318847
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Inspired by the very special place story and poems have in Irish tradition, Donal Cox draws on Ireland’s written heritage to open unusual windows on life, calling up compelling stories and characters. Exceptional musician Stephanie West, a holder of the title ‘Harper of all Britain’, provides thrilling music to accompany a journey to what W B Yeats called ‘the deep heart’s core’. Bridie Breen (Manchester, Oct 2011) said: ‘What an outstanding performance. Well deserving of full houses and standing ovations! It took my breath away.’
Though Ireland today comprises just four distinct provinces writers have long made reference to the existence of a fifth located somewhere other than the everyday world. The show invites audiences – with or without an Irish background – to seek for themselves just what and where it might be. The production takes a joyful and perceptive look at where we have come from, where we find ourselves now and what might inspire us in the face of an uncertain future.
Watch a trailer at http://www.fifthprovinceproductions.org.uk/
- ‘This guy’s brilliant – he took me right back to where I grew up.’ Ted, Milton Keynes
- ‘I didn’t expect to laugh so much!’ Gill Marsden, Llandeilo
- ‘remarkable and entertaining… a professional theatrical experience that is truly enriching.’ Patrick Lennon, The Irish Times, International Edition
- Remote Goat Review – http://www.remotegoat.co.uk/review_view.php?uid=7811
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The Next Book Club takes place on Mon, 20th Feb at 7pm at the London Irish Centre and we will be discussing The Cold Eye of Heaven by Christine Dwyer Hickey. The book was published late last year and is readily available in bookshops and online:
Search for ‘The Cold Eye of Heaven’ on Amazon
Farley, an elderly man, finds himself lying paralysed, and his mind begins
to move back into his past. Decade by decade, Farley recalls his life,with a darkly comic wit. But this is also Dublin’s story, the city Farley has seen through poverty and prosperity, boom and bust. A bitter-sweet paean to Dublin and a unique meditation on the life of one of its citizens.
We are delighted to welcome Andy Irvine back to Camden Square.
For more than 40 years, Andy has been a world music pioneer and icon for traditional music and musicians. Founder member of bands such as Sweeney’s Men, Planxty,Patrick Street, and Mozaik, he has been hailed as ” a tradition in himself.”
Few others can equal his repertoire: Irish traditional songs, dexterous Balkan dance tunes, and a compelling canon of his own material that defies description. Musician, singer and songwriter, Andy has maintained both personal integrity and highly individual performing skills throughout his 40-year career.
Tickets available from : http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/event/2588883420
Prices from £13.50
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Regular Events:
Every Second Wednesday – ‘The Wednesday Social’
Running from 1.30-4.30pm, this event is a mix of live Country and Irish music, plus fun raffles and bingos.
Admission is only £2.
Gaelic Football Training – Every Sunday
Join our brand new club ‘Éire Óg GAA. Details here.
Every week:
Céilí dancing with live music at 8pm Sunday.
Irish music lessons every Monday.
Irish dance lessons every Monday.
Set dancing sessions every Tuesday plus first Sunday of the month.
Weekly Irish language classes.
Mail us on info@londonirishcentre.org for further information.
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