Friday May 3rd
This weeks What’s On is sponsored by The Factory
Ruby’s Flashback, Over 30s night
Step back in time and relive the iconic sounds of the 80s and 90s at The Factory Night Club’s exclusive Over 30s Night! Leave the worries of modern life at the door and immerse yourself in a nostalgic journey through the greatest hits of two epic decades. From Madonna to Michael Jackson, Prince to Snap, our DJ will spin the tunes that define a generation. So dust off your dancing shoes, gather your friends, and join us for a night of timeless classics, where only those over 30 hold the key to the dance floor.
Tickets at Ruby’s Over 30’s Flash Back
Friday 3rd
Bank Lane
KING KONG COMPANY AT BANK LANE
With a string of Festival dates ahead of them this summer, expect banging tunes, costumes, light, visuals and much more as they bring their renowned live set to Bank Lane for a hometown gig on Friday May 3rd
Doors 8PM
Get Your Tickets here – King Kong Company
Theatre Royal
Waterford Musical Society Presents
EVITA
The musical is based on the life of the Argentine First Lady, Eva Perón (1919 – 1952), affectionately known as “Evita” to the people of Argentina. Set in Buenos Aires, the musical follows Eva on her journey from fatherless child to ambitious actress, to the most powerful woman in Latin America—and, eventually, to a saint-like figure after her death at age 33.
Eva rises from poverty to become the wife of powerful President, Juan Peron. Through a series of flashbacks, Eva “works” her way up from a poor teenager into a woman of influence and power. After the death of her father, Eva travels to Buenos Aires and begins a string of relationships with powerful men before meeting Juan. Eva’s ultimate power and influence earn her both admiration and hatred.
This musical is slick, polished, full of drama and passion. Evita has never been performed by any Waterford theatre group, WMS will yet again set the stage alight with an emotionally charged powerful musical with songs such as Don’t Cry for Me Argentina, Oh What a Circus, Another Suitcase Another Hall.
Evita gives a fascinating glimpse into the personal life of Argentina’s most influential woman.
Not to be missed in Spring 2024!
To get tickets click on this link – Theatre Royal Tickets
Garter Lane
Waterford Centre of Music presents Musical Mayhem
Get your tickets here – Musical Mayhem
Electric Avenue
Kill Teenage Disco
Saturday 4th
Theatre Royal
Waterford Musical Society Presents
EVITA
The musical is based on the life of the Argentine First Lady, Eva Perón (1919 – 1952), affectionately known as “Evita” to the people of Argentina. Set in Buenos Aires, the musical follows Eva on her journey from fatherless child to ambitious actress, to the most powerful woman in Latin America—and, eventually, to a saint-like figure after her death at age 33.
Eva rises from poverty to become the wife of powerful President, Juan Peron. Through a series of flashbacks, Eva “works” her way up from a poor teenager into a woman of influence and power. After the death of her father, Eva travels to Buenos Aires and begins a string of relationships with powerful men before meeting Juan. Eva’s ultimate power and influence earn her both admiration and hatred.
This musical is slick, polished, full of drama and passion. Evita has never been performed by any Waterford theatre group, WMS will yet again set the stage alight with an emotionally charged powerful musical with songs such as Don’t Cry for Me Argentina, Oh What a Circus, Another Suitcase Another Hall.
Evita gives a fascinating glimpse into the personal life of Argentina’s most influential woman.
Not to be missed in Spring 2024!
To get tickets click on this link – Theatre Royal Tickets
Waterford Male Voice Choir
Presents their Summer Concert, featuring the Kalimbas and Róisín O’Grady. Tickets are available from Cahill’s Main Street Tramore, John Palmer’s Music Centre, & Choir Members.
Zodwa Wabantu & Qwesta Kufet LIVE at Nduna Lounge Waterford Ireland
Come join us for a night of electrifying performances by Zodwa Wabantu & Qwesta Kufet at Nduna Lounge in Waterford, Ireland. Get ready to dance and sing along to their hit songs as they light up the stage with their incredible energy and talent. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event!
Date: Sat May 04 2024
Time: 20:00:00 GMT+0100 (Irish Standard Time)
Location: Nduna Lounge
Get your tickets here – Nduna Lounge
Crough Wood Waterford Sat 4th May 10am
The Crough Wood Walk (5.4km-return; linear; moderate; 1.5 to 2 hours) runs along the River Mahon through deciduous woodland, open pasture and conifer forest between the road to Mahon Falls and Mahon Bridge.
Join Pure by Paula for a Holistic Wellness Walk in nature, with Cacao, a guided Meditation, Reiki Healing, Card Pulling, and Forest Bathing.
This event will be approx 3 hours in total and is suitable for all fitness levels. Please note – my Wellness Walks are deliberately set at a slow easy relaxed pace. They are mindful walks in nature, designed for us to slow down, switch off from distractions, and engage our senses. So if you’re looking for a cardio workout or to reach ‘X amount of steps’, my walks are not for you.
Get your tickets here – Crough wood
Sunday 5th
Bank Lane
Back to 80’s Drag Brunch Show
A retro party experience: Drag Queen bingo, Drag Show ,lip sync Battle and 80s Disco.
Prizes for best Dressed on the day !
Doors open at 2pm Show starts at 3pm.
Price includes: Show entry, Glass of Proseco & light bites finger Food.
Early bird tickets €25 for the first 30 people €30 after
Get Your Tickets here – Back to the 80s Brunch
The Tramore Community Market
Since its inception in 2022, this market has served as a focal point for local food producers, artisans, and creatives, converging to offer an unparalleled shopping experience to both residents and visitors.
We strive to cultivate a warm and inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels at home. Whether you’re in search of fresh produce, artisan crafts, or simply a friendly conversation, the Tramore Community Market caters to all tastes, budgets and preferences.
Theatre Royal
Alien:Nation Art presents NOTIONS
Alien:Nation are delighted to bring their legendary queer club night Notions to the Theatre Royal.
Blending music, art, performance and club culture, this night will have you holding on to your tucks and forgetting your worries, as you sashay down to the backstage of the Theatre Royal.
Featuring two DJs – one vinyl and one electronic – an eclectic mix of circus acts and go-go girls, Notions is going to be a night you definitely want to experience.
So, pull out your weirdest and most wonderful wardrobe, get full of your notioniest notions and come have a frolic on the dancefloor.
This is an over 18s event, I.D is required.
Please contact aliennationpresents@gmail.com with any queries.
Get Your Tickets here – Alien Nation
Waterford Antiques, Vintage and collectibles Fair
As always, admission to the fair is €3.50, or just €2.50 when you present the Vintage Ireland android app on your phone, or the Facebook discount posted here roughly one week before the fair (under-15s enter free but must be accompanied by a supervising adult).
Warm, friendly and well-situated on Waterford’s historic quayside, the Tower Hotel & Leisure centre provides free parking for those using the hotel facilities, with additional parking nearby within Waterford city, and is also accessible via public transport links thanks to its central locationMonday 6th
People’s Park, Waterford City
Diversity to be celebrated with free Music Event in the People’s Park
A family-friendly, free music event will celebrate diversity in Waterford this coming Bank Holiday Monday, May 6th.
The One Waterford, One People event is organised by Waterford Trades Council with support from Waterford City and County Council, and community organisations and agencies including Waterford Area Partnership, Waterford Sports Partnership and Waterford New Communities Network.
For more information check out – One Waterford, One People
Tuesday 7th
Tower Hotel
Age Well Expo
This Age Friendly Waterford free event, in association with Healthy Waterford, UPMC Whitfield and Waterford City and County Council, will showcase the services, supports and activities available to older people to lead fulfilling, healthy and active lives.
Wednesday 8th
Downes pub
Fresh off our debut show last month, pub theatre returns this May with three cracking new
short plays by writer director Luke Corcoran. With up and coming and established talent we
have a great session of Pub theatre for you. Three great plays, one great evening!
Doors 7:00
Show 7:30
Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bigbayentertainment/1235277
FINTAN’S GIFT
Starring Alan Devine (Vikings Valhalla, Veronica Guerin, Fair City) and Luke Corcoran
(Follow the dead, The work party, Poppy Loftus)
Genre: Comedy
Run time : 20 mins
FINTAN (Alan Devine) is the kind of guy GAVIN (Luke Corcoran) would feel sorry for… until
Fintan tells Gavin something, that quickly turns sympathy into desperate self-preservation. A
chance encounter leaves both their lives altered forever.
FIRST AS TRAUMA
Starring Caitlin Whelan accompanied by Darragh Browne
Genre: Experimental
Runtime: 7 mins
“You know that thing that happened to you that you don’t tell anyone about? Not even
yourself? It tells” An intense experimental piece starring the up and coming Caitlin Whelan
on trauma, irrevocable change and hope. Accompanying the performance is the ultra
talented musician Darragh Browne.
BLOOD BROTHERS
Starring Jerome O’Sullivan (George Clooney) and Justin Kearns
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 20 mins
Leo’s hanging out on the street, playing with his Robot Toy, but secretly hoping to make
friends with Jamie, who hangs out here. The new kid on the block meets the old kid on the
block as they navigate a new possible friendship and new rules of play. A play about the vast
yet intimate nature of life as a young boy. Played by two men in their 40’s.
Thursday 9th
MICK FLANNERY
Support Act: Ciara O’Neill
“Mick Flannery has a voice for the ages, a complete Master of his craft” cited by Clash Magazine, whilst The Sunday Times said he “conjures up exquisite storytelling.”
His latest offering ‘Goodtime Charlie’ Flannery’s eighth studio record went straight to No. 1 at home in Ireland on the independent charts, and No. 2 on the Official Charts, Making it his sixth top 5 record to date, with 3 Number 1 records already under his belt. ‘Goodtime Charlie’ is also the first international signing for John Prines beloved Oh Boy Records.
Mick Flannery’s songs are fluent in expressing layered aspects of the human condition, its flaws, triumphs, and general uncertainty.
His live shows are renowned for his self-deprecating humour, audience engagement and the ability to bring people on a journey of both heartbreak and joy, often in the same instance.
Mick has built up a reputation over the past decade as one of Ireland hardest working musicians, touring extensively at home and in more recent years abroad as his songs have been reaching folks farther afield.
Ireland’s best kept secret appears to be no more.
Get Your Tickets here – Mick Flannery
Downes pub
Fresh off our debut show last month, pub theatre returns this May with three cracking new
short plays by writer director Luke Corcoran. With up and coming and established talent we
have a great session of Pub theatre for you. Three great plays, one great evening!
Doors 7:00
Show 7:30
Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/bigbayentertainment/1235277
FINTAN’S GIFT
Starring Alan Devine (Vikings Valhalla, Veronica Guerin, Fair City) and Luke Corcoran
(Follow the dead, The work party, Poppy Loftus)
Genre: Comedy
Run time : 20 mins
FINTAN (Alan Devine) is the kind of guy GAVIN (Luke Corcoran) would feel sorry for… until
Fintan tells Gavin something, that quickly turns sympathy into desperate self-preservation. A
chance encounter leaves both their lives altered forever.
FIRST AS TRAUMA
Starring Caitlin Whelan accompanied by Darragh Browne
Genre: Experimental
Runtime: 7 mins
“You know that thing that happened to you that you don’t tell anyone about? Not even
yourself? It tells” An intense experimental piece starring the up and coming Caitlin Whelan
on trauma, irrevocable change and hope. Accompanying the performance is the ultra
talented musician Darragh Browne.
BLOOD BROTHERS
Starring Jerome O’Sullivan (George Clooney) and Justin Kearns
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 20 mins
Leo’s hanging out on the street, playing with his Robot Toy, but secretly hoping to make
friends with Jamie, who hangs out here. The new kid on the block meets the old kid on the
block as they navigate a new possible friendship and new rules of play. A play about the vast
yet intimate nature of life as a young boy. Played by two men in their 40’s.
What’s on in Waterford?
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