There is an interesting and varied programme in store for patrons of Friras’ Gate, Kilmallock to get the Autumn season underway.
DOLLY & MICK
A musical double act, a relationship in crisis, is it time to face the final curtain?
Dolly and Mick are returning from a gig. He’s a widower from Limerick, she’s a divorcee from Arkansas. They both know their relationship is in trouble. Mick thinks they just need a break. Dolly knows the only way to save their relationship is to give up the act.
A funny, engaging story with a poignant denouement and several live songs that echo the love and hope, disillusion and despair, passion and perseverance that colours their story.
At Friars’ Gate, Kilmallock on this Saturday, 8th October at 8pm. Tickets €18/€16.
GRAINNE HUNT IN CONCERT
Gráinne is a contemporary nu-folk singer/songwriter with a rich background in performance and song writing. She has shared stages with Glen Hansard and U2, and has opened for Gladys Knight, Eagle Eye Cherry and The Bay City Rollers. Gráinne has toured extensively throughout Europe and the US.
Gráinne’s influences range from The Dubliners to Joni Mitchell, Mary Black to John Mayer. Her original album, This Secret (Sept ’19) was recorded with Grammy nominated Thomm Jutz in Nashville.
Alongside her original music, she is involved in ‘Grainne and Brendan – Songs from Ireland’ – traditional Irish and Classical crossover project with award winning guitarist Brendan Walsh; ‘New project – Hibsen’ is a collaboration with Jim Murphy on 15 songs, one for each of the short stories in James Joyce’s ‘Dubliner’; She founded songwritercircle.club in August 2020.
Grainne also took on the role of the Widow Kilmartin in new folk musical ‘In the Midst of Plenty’ in Strokestown Park in June of this year.
Joining Gráinne on the night will be multi-instrumentalist and singer Ger O’Donnell. Hailing from Limerick/Clare, Ger has been genre hopping since childhood and he is relatively new to the international folk scene, but has become widely known for his solo works and collaborations. His first releases ‘Talk about the Heroes’, ‘Turquoise Ink’ and ‘I Found Strength’ have been chart topping in Ireland thanks to his growing and loyal online following.
Ger will open the night with a set of his own songs and join Gráinne for some of her songs also. Join us on Thursday, 20th October at 8pm for what promises to be a great night. Tickets €15.
‘THE PARISH’
‘The Parish’ is a hilarious comedy where actors bring to life a range of characters that can be found in every community. The story unfolds of a dastardly deed that has ripped the parish apart. But despite the scandal, this delightful comedy highlights and celebrates the power of friendship and community – target audience 12+.
AUDIENCE REACTIONS TO ‘THE PARISH’
“The Parish is absolutely hilarious and makes for a great night out!”
“These two are an amazing combination, a night of fun and laughter. Don’t miss it!”
‘The Parish’ stages on Friday, 21st October at 8pm. Tickets €18/€15.
All three shows are supported by Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media.
To book call 063-98727 or email friarsgatetheatre@gmail.com.
