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Acclaimed Cork-based theatre company Corcadorca presents an intimate show staged in a real apartment and starring IFTA-winning actress Eileen Walsh.
TrioVD
Set Theatre
TrioVD, one of the most innovative jazz bands in the UK, are coming to the Set for an unmissable high-energy gig.
William Butt
St. John’s Priory
Acclaimed cellist William Butt performs an intimate lunchtime concert in St.John's Priory
OKO
Cleere’s - Festival Hub
OKO brings together some of the finest players on the Dublin jazz scene for a night of innovative sounds.
European Union Baroque Orchestra
The Black Abbey
This dynamic orchestra, featuring Europe's finest young musicians, explores the musical legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach through the music of his sons
Gerard Smyth and Leanne O’Sullivan
The Parade Tower
Dubliner Gerard Smyth and Leanne O’Sullivan, from the Beara peninsula, have more in common than you might think: both were teenage prodigies.
The Sea and Cake
The Watergate Theatre
Harmonic presents The Sea and Cake who bring their distinctive jazz/rock/lounge/pop sound to Kilkenny in the company of The Buzz Aldrin Allstars.
Brian O’Kane & James Willshire - Change of Venue
St Canice’s Cathedral
Two outstanding young Irish musicians present a lunchtime programme featuring cornerstones of the repertoire for violin and cello
Hanggai
Set Theatre
Hanggai bring their unique blend of Mongolian instruments and Western sensibility to Kilkenny.
Laoise O’Brien
The Parade Tower
A special concert celebrating all things avian, with early music specialist Laoise O'Brien and some of Ireland's finest musicians from both classical and traditional worlds
Rebecca and Kirsten Capova
St Canice’s Cathedral
Two sisters, both accomplished pianists, pool their considerable talents (and four hands!) for an exhilarating programme of piano duets
Francisco Goldman
The Parade Tower
The acclaimed American writer reads from Say Her Name, his most personal and moving work to date
Body Duet
The Watergate Theatre
John Scott’s Irish Modern Dance Theatre presents an energy-packed performance featuring two outstanding dancers
Claire Keegan & Janice Galloway
The Parade Tower
Two acknowledged masters of the short story reveal the secrets of the form
Mark Kozelek with Geese
St Canice’s Cathedral
Harmonic presents former frontman of the Red House Painters, Mark Kozelek, an acclaimed lyricist known for his achingly beautiful songs, delivered in a melancholy baritone.
Request Programme
Acclaimed Cork-based theatre company Corcadorca presents an intimate show staged in a real apartment and starring IFTA-winning actress Eileen Walsh.
TrioVD
Set Theatre
TrioVD, one of the most innovative jazz bands in the UK, are coming to the Set for an unmissable high-energy gig.
William Butt
St. John’s Priory
Acclaimed cellist William Butt performs an intimate lunchtime concert in St.John's Priory
OKO
Cleere’s - Festival Hub
OKO brings together some of the finest players on the Dublin jazz scene for a night of innovative sounds.
European Union Baroque Orchestra
The Black Abbey
This dynamic orchestra, featuring Europe's finest young musicians, explores the musical legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach through the music of his sons
Gerard Smyth and Leanne O’Sullivan
The Parade Tower
Dubliner Gerard Smyth and Leanne O’Sullivan, from the Beara peninsula, have more in common than you might think: both were teenage prodigies.
The Sea and Cake
The Watergate Theatre
Harmonic presents The Sea and Cake who bring their distinctive jazz/rock/lounge/pop sound to Kilkenny in the company of The Buzz Aldrin Allstars.
Brian O’Kane & James Willshire - Change of Venue
St Canice’s Cathedral
Two outstanding young Irish musicians present a lunchtime programme featuring cornerstones of the repertoire for violin and cello
Hanggai
Set Theatre
Hanggai bring their unique blend of Mongolian instruments and Western sensibility to Kilkenny.
Laoise O’Brien
The Parade Tower
A special concert celebrating all things avian, with early music specialist Laoise O'Brien and some of Ireland's finest musicians from both classical and traditional worlds
Rebecca and Kirsten Capova
St Canice’s Cathedral
Two sisters, both accomplished pianists, pool their considerable talents (and four hands!) for an exhilarating programme of piano duets
Francisco Goldman
The Parade Tower
The acclaimed American writer reads from Say Her Name, his most personal and moving work to date
Body Duet
The Watergate Theatre
John Scott’s Irish Modern Dance Theatre presents an energy-packed performance featuring two outstanding dancers
Claire Keegan & Janice Galloway
The Parade Tower
Two acknowledged masters of the short story reveal the secrets of the form
Mark Kozelek with Geese
St Canice’s Cathedral
Harmonic presents former frontman of the Red House Painters, Mark Kozelek, an acclaimed lyricist known for his achingly beautiful songs, delivered in a melancholy baritone.
Body Duet
The Watergate Theatre
John Scott’s Irish Modern Dance Theatre presents an energy-packed performance featuring two outstanding dancers
Brian O’Kane & James Willshire - Change of Venue
St Canice’s Cathedral
Two outstanding young Irish musicians present a lunchtime programme featuring cornerstones of the repertoire for violin and cello
Claire Keegan & Janice Galloway
The Parade Tower
Two acknowledged masters of the short story reveal the secrets of the form
European Union Baroque Orchestra
The Black Abbey
This dynamic orchestra, featuring Europe's finest young musicians, explores the musical legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach through the music of his sons
Francisco Goldman
The Parade Tower
The acclaimed American writer reads from Say Her Name, his most personal and moving work to date
Gerard Smyth and Leanne O’Sullivan
The Parade Tower
Dubliner Gerard Smyth and Leanne O’Sullivan, from the Beara peninsula, have more in common than you might think: both were teenage prodigies.
Hanggai
Set Theatre
Hanggai bring their unique blend of Mongolian instruments and Western sensibility to Kilkenny.
Laoise O’Brien
The Parade Tower
A special concert celebrating all things avian, with early music specialist Laoise O'Brien and some of Ireland's finest musicians from both classical and traditional worlds
Mark Kozelek with Geese
St Canice’s Cathedral
Harmonic presents former frontman of the Red House Painters, Mark Kozelek, an acclaimed lyricist known for his achingly beautiful songs, delivered in a melancholy baritone.
OKO
Cleere’s - Festival Hub
OKO brings together some of the finest players on the Dublin jazz scene for a night of innovative sounds.
Rebecca and Kirsten Capova
St Canice’s Cathedral
Two sisters, both accomplished pianists, pool their considerable talents (and four hands!) for an exhilarating programme of piano duets
Request Programme
Acclaimed Cork-based theatre company Corcadorca presents an intimate show staged in a real apartment and starring IFTA-winning actress Eileen Walsh.
The Sea and Cake
The Watergate Theatre
Harmonic presents The Sea and Cake who bring their distinctive jazz/rock/lounge/pop sound to Kilkenny in the company of The Buzz Aldrin Allstars.
TrioVD
Set Theatre
TrioVD, one of the most innovative jazz bands in the UK, are coming to the Set for an unmissable high-energy gig.
William Butt
St. John’s Priory
Acclaimed cellist William Butt performs an intimate lunchtime concert in St.John's Priory
Help me Choose
Every year the Kilkenny Arts Festival brings so many amazing events to our city that its almost impossible to make sure you find all the events that may appeal to you. So we've put on our thinking caps and come up with this simple reference to suggest events you may not have considered.
My First Festival
This is my first time at an arts festival. I want to see what this festival is all about. I haven't heard of a lot of these names before and I'd like suggestions on what might be great to see.
My Inspiring Festival
I want to think. I want to get out of my comfort zone and confront the world head on. I don't want to be spoon fed. I want to be blown away. I want to argue.
My Surprising Festival
I want to find those hidden gems - things I may not have heard of but once I've experienced I will never forget.
My Alternative Festival
I want to see edgier, grittier more experimental stuff. I want to dance, have some fun. I want to stay up late.
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