Calendar of Events Autumn/Winter 2014

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CALENDAR OF EVENTSAutumn/Winter 2014

EVENTS AT A GLANCESEPTEMBERGrease – Songs & Scenes ..........................................................................................................Page 1The Concert (Film Club) .............................................................................................................Page 1The Matchmaker ........................................................................................................................Page 1Yesterday Once More – The Music Of The Carpenters ...........................................................Page 2Superstars Of Wrestling............................................................................................................Page 2Disarming Divas & Spicy Roles .................................................................................................Page 2The Mulligan Sisters In Concert ...............................................................................................Page 3The Past (Film Club)...................................................................................................................Page 1OCTOBERThe Legendary Brendan Bowyer & His Band .........................................................................Page 3Comedy Night ............................................................................................................................Page 3The Fureys ...................................................................................................................................Page 4The Lonesome West ..................................................................................................................Page 4Music For An Autumn’s Eve .......................................................................................................Page 4Lunch Box (Film Club) ...............................................................................................................Page 1Tommy Fleming .........................................................................................................................Page 5Jackula ........................................................................................................................................Page 5The Gospel As Sung By Elvis .....................................................................................................Page 5Naas One Act Drama Festival ...................................................................................................Page 6NOVEMBERNaas One Act Drama Festival ...................................................................................................Page 6Conal Gallen – A Bit on the Side .............................................................................................Page 6Unbreakable (Film) ...................................................................................................................Page 6Dracula ........................................................................................................................................Page 7Robert Mizzell & The Country Kings .......................................................................................Page 751 Shades of Maggie .................................................................................................................Page 7Eirgrid Schools Science Programme .......................................................................................Page 8Llo Llo (Film Club) ......................................................................................................................Page 1Tuckmill Annual Exhibition ......................................................................................................Page 8The 3 Tenors................................................................................................................................Page 8Harlem Gospel Choir .................................................................................................................Page 8DECEMBERCinderella The Moat Clubs Annual Panto! .............................................................................Page 9The Golden Dream (Film Club) .................................................................................................Page 1Abba Forever - The Christmas Show ......................................................................................Page 9The Three Little Pigs’ Night Before Christmas ......................................................................Page 9A Christmas Carol .....................................................................................................................Page 10The Cahills ................................................................................................................................Page 10Jack L .........................................................................................................................................Page 10Patrick Hyland Tenor Christmas Concert ..............................................................................Page 11Ricky Goes To Hollywood ........................................................................................................Page 11Fresh Prince Of Delamere .......................................................................................................Page 11JANUARY Smash & Grab and The 7 Dwarfs ...........................................................................................Page 12Flash Harry ...............................................................................................................................Page 12The Great Hunger ....................................................................................................................Page 12Sean Keane ...............................................................................................................................Page 12

• MUSIC • MUSICALS • FILM • DRAMA • COMEDY • CHILDREN/FAMILY • DANCE • VISUAL ARTS

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The Moat Theatre Summer Project in conjunction with Brian

Brady Youth Theatre presents

GREASE– Songs & Scenes

From the era of drive-in movies, pyja-ma parties, bobby socks, poodle skirts and black leather jackets, the young people from our Summer Project is in conjunction with Brian Brady Youth Theatre bring us the songs and scenes from one of the world’s most popular musicals Grease.

The Brian Brady kids have spent weeks and months rehearsing this show, so come along and experience this high-energy production which in-cludes such unforgettable songs as You’re The One That I Want, Grease Is The Word, Summer Nights, Hopeless-ly Devoted To You, Sandy, Greased Lightnin’ and many more.

Grease in the word and the songs and scenes from Grease performed by these young people is a must see whether you are cool – or not!

Tuesday 2nd September – Sunday 7th SeptemberNightly at 7.30pm, Matinee Saturday & Sunday 6th & 7th Sept at 3pm. Opening Night Special Offer: All Tickets €6. Wednesday to Sunday Tickets: €12, Family Ticket of 4 €40 (only available from the box office)

NAAS FILM CLUB

Naas Film Club is a great crowd of people who meet, chat, have a drink and select the movies they want to see and show them in a

friendly club atmosphere. Why not join them?

Contact them at:[email protected]

Monday 8th September – Monday 15th December

The Concert8th Sept 2014

Nominated Best Foreign Language Film - Golden Globes 2011

The Past29th Sept 2014

Winner Best Actress - Cannes Film Festival 2013

ILO ILO10th Nov 2014

Winner Camera D’Or, Best Feature - Cannes Film Festival 2013

The Lunchbox20th Oct 2014

Winner Grand Golden Rail - Cannes Film Festival 2013

The Golden Dream15th Dec 2014

Winner Golden Alexander - Thessaloniki International Film Festival 2013

THEMATCHMAKER

Based on the novella “Letters of a County Matchmaker”

by JOHN B. KEANE one of Ireland’s most celebrated writers.

Directed by Michael Scott

Michael Scott’s iconic production of John B Keane’s hit comedy play The Matchmaker returns starring two of Ireland’s favourite actors, Mary McEvoy and Jon Kenny. Together they play a myriad of characters in this hilarious and earthy dramatic comedy. The play follows the ef-forts of Dicky Mick Dicky O’Connor to make matches for the lonely and lovelorn.

Using his inimitable way with words and his one sense of “devilment” and wit, Keane delves into the longings, hungers, fears and foibles of this collection of lonely country people and creates a marvellously colourful world, taking us back to a simpler time, when phones were few and far between and the only web was one left behind by spiders.

Friday 12th September 8pm Tickets: €20 Concessions: €18

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David Hull Promotions presents...

YESTERDAY ONCE MORE

– THE MUSIC OF THE CARPENTERSStarring Kim Dickinson

Kim Dickinson was touched by Karen Carpenter’s breathtaking voice, and by the wonderful ar-rangements of The Carpenter’s beautiful songs.

Kim transports her audiences with the natural and uncanny likeness of her voice to that of Karen Carpenter. Throughout the show Kim will deliver the songs that made The Carpenter’s famous, such as Close To You, Superstar, For all we Know and Top of The World.

Kim Dickinson has the vocal quality and emotion to take you through a journey that will recre-ate the voice of Karen Carpenter.

This is a show not to be missed, especially if you are a true fan!

Opera Trio – Voce Di Donna presentDISARMING DIVAS

& SPICY ROLESDirector: Mary Curtin

Voce di Donna (Voice of a Wom-an) is a Cork based trio of experi-enced performers (Fiona O’Reilly (Soprano), Christina O’Flynn (Mezzo) & Bethan Lee (Piano)). This unique group came together because of their shared passion for opera and the desire to bring it to a wider audience than it currently enjoys. They do so by transforming the elitist image of opera into an exciting, accessible and affordable theatrical event.

One comment summed up the attraction of their first produc-tion Three ladies and a Suitcase: “Voce di Donna: Three ladies, 15 Operas and all out of one Suitcase. Beat that! Outstanding Perfor-mance…check them out!”

Voce di Donna’s newest produc-tion Disarming Divas and Spicy Roles is directed by Mary Curtin and is supported by the Cork Coun-ty Council Arts Office. Audiences will be amazed at how much is packed into the new show and how the full gamut of emotions is unleased with the sometimes hilar-ious, often tear-jerking and always entertaining performance of the three girls.

If Opera is your thing, treat yourself to a performance of pure delight. If Opera is not your thing, allow your-self to be delightfully surprised!

SUPERSTARS OF WRESTLINGThe high-flying action of Super-stars of Wrestling comes to The Moat on Sunday, September 14th. This family-friendly show is fun for all ages with jaw-dropping stunts, hard-hitting action and side-split-ting comedy.

Don’t miss your only chance in 2014 to see the action

up close & personal!

Saturday 13th September 8pm Tickets: €20

Friday 26th September 8pm Tickets: €20 Concessions: €18

Sunday 14th September 6.30pm Tickets: €12

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THE MULLIGAN SISTERS

IN CONCERTThe Mulligan Sisters: Margaret, Mary and Aideen are three sisters from Aughnacliffe, Co. Longford, who have been singing together since they were three years old. Margaret is a Contralto, Mary is a Mezzo Soprano and Aideen is a Soprano. They sing in two and three part harmony - with a mix of classical, sacred, operatic, popular and Irish music.

Their repertoire is extensive and includes O mio Babbino Caro, Time to Say Goodbye and Pie Jesu along with other favourites from Musical Theatre. They have studied singing in the London College of Music under vocal coach Soo Bee Lee and with Irene Sanford in The Royal Irish Acade-my. They have also studied under Irish repetiteur, Jeannie Reddin.

Check them out onwww.themulligansisters.com

Facebook link:https://www.facebook.com

/pages/The-Mulligan-Sisters/181451025392320

THE LEGENDARY BRENDAN BOWYER

& HIS BANDDirect from Las Vegas: The Leg-endary Brendan Bowyer and his Band will perform all of his many Hits in this Concert Show of pure nostalgia. Brendan, today, has the same high energy he was renowned for in the exciting days of The Royal Showband and The Big Eight. He will be joined on stage by his daughter Aisling as Special Guest fresh from her own highly rated show in Las Vegas. The Beatles played support when The Royal Showband toured Brit-ain having been voted Britain’s Most Outstanding Dance Band on BBC Television’s Come Danc-ing in 1962. The Royal Showband’s Docu-mentary Movie The One Nighters received a Special Award at The Cork Film Festival in 1963.

The Hucklebuck which was the biggest of his Six No. 1 Hits, went Platinum internationally. His Come-Back album Follow On was Record of the month in Hot Press (2001). Brendan is an enduring Legend and some of his most cherished memories are the glory days of Dancing with The Royal Showband.

Saturday 27th September 8pm Tickets: €18 Concessions: €15

Thursday 2nd October 8pm Tickets: €25

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Lisa Richards Agency presentsComedy Night with

Gearoid Farrelly, Fred Cooke& Eric Lalor

Gearoid Farrelly: Brilliant young Irish comedian Gearoid Farrelly appeared as the conjoined twin of PJ Gallagher in Meet Your Neigh-bours. Gearoid is a regular at Irish festivals and is a regular touring support to some of the country’s top names including none other than the legendary Joan Rivers! His stand-up appearances for television include Stand & Deliver, Tonight With Craig Doyle and as a guest of Ardal O’Hanlon for Dave’s One Night Stand.Fred Cooke: Fast rising star Fred Cooke has already contributed to a variety of successful Irish TV shows, both as a writer and performer, in-cluding RTE’s Republic of Telly, The Café (as The Crazy Chef ), Watch Your Language (The Mad Profes-sor), The Savage Eye, The Modest Adventures of David O’Doherty, and The Liffey Laughs. He also played the main role as Fergus in a series of recent Spar ads – seen as one of the country’s most success-ful advertising campaigns of the last ten years.Eric Lalor: Recently crowned Irish Standup of the Year as voted by readers of entertainment.ie, Eric has gone from strength to strength. He has now garnered a reputation in Irish comedy as a consistent per-former, making him one of the most sought after acts in the country.

Friday 3rd October 8pm Tickets: €15 Concessions: €12

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THE FUREYSThe Moat Theatre is delighted to welcome back Legends of Irish music & song THE FUREYS, re-nowned for their hit songs I will love you, When you were sweet 16, The Green fields of France, The Old Man, Red Rose Café, From Clare to here, Her Father Didn’t Like Me Anyway’, Leaving Nancy, Steal Away and many more.

THE FUREYS have been enter-taining audiences worldwide for 36 years, audiences that have in-cluded former Australian Prime Minister John Howard, Former Irish President Mary McAleese and the late Pope John Paul while Tony Blair has publicly stated his favour-ite peace song of all time is THE FUREYS Green Fields of France. President Michael D. Higgins at-tended their concert in Dublin’s National Concert Hall recently.

THE FUREYS are responsible for some of the most stirring music ever to capture the public imag-ination. Their folk based music has received standing ovations in some of the biggest concert halls of the world and they credit their musical ability to their parents, Ted and Nora, who were well known musicians themselves. They en-couraged their sons to play music from a very early age and there was live traditional music in their house almost nightly.

Their emotive songs stir many emotions…tears and laughter,

sadness and joy. A FUREYS concert is always a night to remember!

www.thefureys.com

Saturday 4th October 8pm Tickets: €25

The Moat Club presents

THE LONESOME WEST

By Martin McDonaghDirected by Eugene Delaney

Valene and Coleman, two brothers living in their father’s house after his recent death, find it impossible to exist without massive and vio-lent disputes over the most mun-dane and innocent of topics.

Only Father Welsh, the local young priest, is prepared to try to rec-oncile the two before their petty squabblings spiral into vicious and bloody carnage.

Directed by our own Eugene Del-aney and starring all Ireland award winning actors, Padraig Broe and Conor O’Connell, The Lonesome West was first presented as a Druid Theatre Company and Royal Thea-tre co-production in the summer of 1997.

MUSIC FOR AN AUTUMN’S EVE

David Agnew (Oboe) with Maria Fitzgerald (Soprano) & Desmond Earley (Keyboard)

Including Music of the Night, The Swan, Bring Him Home and Ga-briel’s Oboe. This first concert in a series of rare solo appearances na-tionwide over the coming year will highlight the unique talents of the versatile oboist David Agnew.

David’s engagement with music genres from classical music to pop, new age to Irish traditional music has brought an appreciation of the exceptional qualities of the oboe to a wider audience. David has re-corded 10 solo albums to date and collaborated with many highly re-spected musicians including The Chieftains, Phil Coulter, Riverd-ance, Lord of the Dance, Rod Stew-art, R.E.M., Pavarotti, Domingo, Carreras, Kiri te Kanawa. Secret Garden, Paul Brady, Sinead O Con-nor, Duke Special, Jerry Fish and the Coronas. David is delighted to be working with such exception-al musicians and artists as Maria Fitzgerald and Des Earley.

Why not have lunch at our new Café The Duck & Cup before

the show. Special prices to patrons on the day.

Tuesday to Saturday October 14th to 18th, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 22nd, 23rd & 24th October 8pmTickets: €15 Concessions: €12

Sunday 19th October 4pm Tickets: €15 Concessions: €12


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TOMMY FLEMING Tommy Fleming is now recog-nised throughout his homeland of Ireland and across the world as one of the finest singers of his gen-eration. Appealing to all ages, mu-sical tastes and cultures, audienc-es have now recognised Tommy Fleming as a truly unique talent.

But the fact remains that Tommy Fleming is his own man, deliver-ing song after song – each more haunting than the next. Be it a cover version or his own original material, Tommy Fleming’s vel-vet-toned voice makes each one his own.

Tommy Fleming’s star is on the rise and with each concert he plays, he is rewarded with a new group of lifelong fans. It’s not dif-ficult to see why that fan-base has now become a global phenome-non.

www.tommyfleming.com

JACKULA Being a vampire sucks, but being Dracula’s younger brother is driv-ing Jackula batty.

Join Jackula on a spooktacu-lar quest to step out of his older brother’s shadow and become the world’s most magical vampire. Laugh as Jackula makes his pet ghost dance. Gasp as Jackula bal-ances five glasses of water on his face. Smile as children help him perform fun magic tricks. After the show, every child gets to do a trick! Yes, Jackula invites everyone to stay, perform a trick and receive a free treat. Jackula is performed by Jack Flash. Jack has performed at The White House, Leinster House, The Aras and at his daughter’s Sen-ior Infant class. Jack toured to over 11 million people while with Ring-ling Brother’s and Barnum and Bai-ley’s “Greatest Show on Earth”.

This is a fun magic and juggling show for the whole family. Recom-mended for children aged 4 to 12.

Jackula has sold out four year’s in a row, so be sure to book early.

Children encouraged to wear Halloween costumes.

See highlights of the show here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=476uwB53gWgSee Jackula on RTE here:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHpLylsi8iI

Saturday 25th October 8pm Tickets: €28.50 Concessions: €26

Sunday 26th October 4pm Tickets: €6


THE GOSPEL AS SUNG BY

ELVIS It’s often overlooked by the hun-dreds of different Elvis tribute acts currently touring, but the fact is that as far as the music goes, the King’s first love was Gospel music.This show, starring one of the world’s foremost Elvis tribute art-ists, Gary Gibson, covers classic Gospel songs that Elvis returned to time and time again throughout his career. How Great Thou Art, Swing Sweet Chariot and Stand By Me are just some of the favour-ites included in this inspirational and uplifting performance. The Memphis Showband and The Bellaire Singers will join Gary onstage for this truly memo-rable event.

A show not to be missed!

Sunday 26th October 8pm Tickets: €20

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UNBREAKABLETen years after losing his sight at 22, Mark Pollock became the first blind person to race to the South Pole.

The psychological impact of that success put blindness behind him - he moved on with his life and became engaged to his girlfriend Simone. But three weeks before the wedding, a terrible fall left Mark paralysed from the waist down.

This emotional, fascinating film tells the story of Mark’s rehab and his search for information and cures in the worlds of robotics and science.

The film will be attended by Mark Pollock and

director Ross Whitaker.

CONAL GALLENA BIT ON THE SIDE

It’s the show that has been selling out theatres all over Ireland! Conal Gallen is bringing his hilarious hit comedy play A Bit On The Side to The Moat Theatre for 1 night only on Sunday 2nd November. Come along and join Bridie, Willie, Dick and Cynthia for one of their final performances. Make sure to bring your tissues, you will be in tears of laughter from start to finish!

Written by Conal and his son Rory, it’s a love story unlike any other. Wandering eyes, wandering feet, wandering hands, it’s all here! The action takes place in the house-hold of Bridie and Willie Murphy, a couple who have fought the war of marriage for over 30 years. Throw in a sassy insurance saleswoman and a hapless TV repair man and it’s a recipe for comedy gold!

Monday 3rd November Tickets: €10 (80 mins)

Sunday 2nd November 8pm Tickets: €25

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The Moat Club presents

NAAS ONE ACT DRAMA

FESTIVALAfter an exciting return to the One Act Drama Festival circuit last year, The Moat Theatre is delighted to again be playing host to a quali-fying festival. Last year among the many compelling productions on offer we welcomed both Prosper-ous and Balally Players who went on to place 1st and 2nd in the Final.

Over three days theatrical talent from across the country will be on display – competing not only for that all important first prize but also the chance to qualify for the fi-nal, this year being held in Donegal.

There’ll be something for everyone in the programme: from high dra-ma to comedy; and you can cheer on either the local talent or adopt a group from further afield. This promises to be a great spectacle and a highly entertaining weekend.

Thursday 30th, Friday 31st October 8pm, Saturday 1st November 3pm & 8pm Tickets: €15, Concessions: €12; Season Ticket: €30, Concessions: €25


ROBERT MIZZELL

& THE COUNTRY KINGS

in Concert with Special Guests

Born in Louisiana, Robert has made Ireland his home for over 20 years. He served his appren-ticeship in Country Music since he first arrived here, and is now a top Country Artiste in Ireland and the U.K.

He has released 9 solo studio al-bums and a full length DVD to date and is constantly touring Ire-land and the UK with his band The Country Kings.

2014 see Robert’s 10th tour of the USA. Earlier this year in a poll con-ducted by RSVP magazine, he was voted Ireland’s Favourite Country Music Singer.

Join Robert, The Country Kings & Guests here in The Moat Theatre on

Thursday November 6th. A Night not to be Missed!

Thursday November 6th 8pm Tickets: €22 Concessions: €20

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Ulster Theatre Company and Theatre at

The Mill Presents

DRACULAThis new adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic masterpiece on vampirism, sees Gerard McCar-thy playing both Jonathan Harker, whose diaries chronicle the bloody tale, and the greatest supernatural character of all time: Dracula.

Using multiple cameras, backing screens, projections, surround sound and a newly commissioned score, this solo tour de force will make audiences scream. www.JonathanHarkerAndDracula.com

“Gerard McCarthy is one of Northern Ireland’s most exciting and versatile young actors. Best known for TV roles in The Fall, Hol-lyoaks, Vikings and new BBC com-edy Puppy Love, Gerard recently starred in The Globe’s production of The Merry Wives Of Windsor in London and New York. His debut feature film A Nightingale Falling is due for general release in the autumn of 2014.”

Robert C Kelly and Martin Lynch present...

51 Shades of MaggieWritten By Leesa Harker

Returning after two Irish tours and hugely successful runs in Dublin, is smash hit comedy Fifty One Shades of Maggie written by Leesa Harker. The best selling Irish send-up of 50 Shades of Grey tells the story of love-able Maggie Muff and her search for love. Maggie is a working class girl who, like most women, has been let down by all the men in her life. At-tending an interview at the Social Security Office Maggie meets the handsome and hunky Mr Big! But will Mr Big turn out to be the man of her dreams, or will his “Private Room of Pain” put her off? This hilarious new play full of naughty bits will have you laughing out loud. Join Maggie and her friends on this (slightly filthy) journey of love, booze and whips! This is the perfect girly night out with your friends for the best night at the thea-tre you’ve had in ages…Prepare for the funniest, sexiest (and maybe dirtiest) show of 2013. AGE SUITABILITY: Please note due to the strong language and themes of an adult nature this show is deemed un-suitable for anyone under the age of 16. “After a half hour I thought some of the peo-ple around me were in such states of helpless laughter, they would need urgent hospitali-sation”. Andrew Hill, Grand Opera House, Belfast Chief Executive. “Brings the idea of ‘a great night out’ to a whole new level!” Gillian Mitchell – Head Programme MAC Theatre, Belfast

Wednesday 5th November 8pm Tickets: €20 Concessions: €16

Friday 7th November 8pm, Saturday 8th November 6pm & 9pm Tickets: €25 Groups of 10 or more (from the Box Office only) €20 when booked and paid for at the same time.


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EIRGRID SCHOOLS SCIENCE

PROGRAMME Understanding Electricity

– From Power Station to PlayStation ®

EirGrid is bringing the junior cert science curriculum to life for Kil-dare students with its two live, fun, interactive shows on 11th November. This electrifying show places an emphasis on practical experience with experiments from the curriculum demonstrated on stage. It aims to awaken curiosity and open students’ minds to sci-ence by sparking an awareness of the role that electricity plays in our lives and environment. Participation is FREE. Contact [email protected] to register your class to attend a show. Shows held on that date commence at 10am and 1pm. Running time is 80 minutes.

Monday 10th November 10am and 1pm. Participation FREE

Tuckmill GalleryAnnual Art Exhibition

Saturday 15th November & Sunday 16th November

Direct from ‘Rave Reviews’ at the National Concert Hall...

Ireland’s Greatest Voices

THE THREE TENORS

Fabulous Hit Songs and a popular Uplifting Mix from

Sinatra, Leonard Cohen, The Dubliners and Pavarotti.

Special Local School Choir as Guests: Ireland’s Hottest trio - Declan Kelly, Ray O’Hare and Dominic McGorian with their amazing voices promise you an night to remember! Noted for their friend-liest down-to-earth approach, the trio love to talk with their audi-ence during and after each show. This thrilling fast-moving concert is packed with the world’s most beautiful, magical feel-good and uplifting songs. Hear the hits I Be-lieve, SHE and from Sinatra My Way, New York, New York, Leon-ard Cohen Hallelujah, Pavarotti Nessun Dorma and The Dublin-ers – A rousing selection of the greatest Irish Ballads to include Song for Ireland and The Wild Rover. Performing annually in Ireland’s leading venues: Nation-al Concert Hall Dublin, Cork Opera House, Belfast Waterfront/Ulster Halls, UCH Limerick, Drogheda TLT, Wexford Opera House and Ar-magh, Belfast and Christ-Church Dublin Cathedrals., The Moat The-atre is delighted to welcome The Three Tenors back for one night only by huge demand after two years.

Come see and enjoy their concert for yourself!

Saturday 15th November 8pm Tickets: € 26

HARLEM GOSPEL CHOIR Having performed for Nelson Mandela at the Yankee Stadium, for the Pope in Central Park, with the Chieftains on their US tour and on U2’s “Rattle and Hum” album, film and tour, the Harlem Gospel Choir will, once again, return to Ireland for an extensive tour.

The world famous Harlem Gos-pel Choir was formed in 1988 and made its highly successful debut at New York’s Cotton Club the same year. The Choir draws its core singers from various black church-es in the Harlem community, who share the common aim of bringing about a better understanding of African/American culture. Founder member, Allen Bailey has worked in the entertainment industry for over 30 years. He was promotional director for major recording art-ists including Lionel Ritchie and the Commodores, Prince, Michael Jackson, Mr. T, and Isaac Hayes. He was chairman for the Martin Lu-ther King Holiday campaign and it was through this work that the Harlem Gospel Choir was born.

Their songs of inspiration touch the depths of the soul and raise spirits to angelic heights. The Choir devotes his time to spreading the joy of faith throughout the world.

This is not to be missed and promises to sell out quickly!

Wednesday 19th November 8pm Tickets: €30


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The Moat Club Annual Christmas Pantomime

Cinderella Written by Eugene Delaney

Directed by Padraig Broe and Michael Broe

TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

It’s Panto time again...oh yes it is ...Following on from the success of last year’s sell out show, Sleeping Beauty, this year the Most Club presents Cinderella with all it’s romance and colour. This year’s cast will include the many familiar Moat Club faces with a refreshing dash of new talent also.

Will the beautiful Cinderella get her Prince and live happily ever af-ter or will the Ugly Sisters win out? Well come and see for yourself as this show will be full of music, dance, laughs, special effects and much more.

So book your seats early to get to the Ball as these tickets will be sold out in no time...OH YES THEY WILL!!

Wednesday 3rd December - Sunday 7th December, Tuesday 9th December - Saturday 13th December, Tuesday - Friday at 8pm, Saturday - 2pm and 6pm, Sunday 6pm. Tickets: €15

Talisman Theatre Company present

The Three Little Pigs’ Night

Before Christmas The Talisman Theatre Company is back at The Moat Theatre with its acclaimed musical production of “The Three Little Pigs’ Night before Christmas”. Join our three little heroes on the most magi-cal night of the year as they build their houses, first with straw, then with sticks and finally with bricks in their quest for a home that will truly keep the wolf from the door at Christmas! This clever re-work-ing of the classic tale comes alive through its music with wonder-ful toe-tapping Christmas songs, sound effects and with the arriv-al of the Big Bad Wolf and Santa Claus, the fun really begins! Find out what really happened in one of their most popular shows ever, full of laughter, fun and audience participation! Everyone is sure to oink and squeal to their heart’s delight! (And nobody gets eaten!) The three little pigs are back..... in this heart-warming retelling of the Christmas classic. The chil-dren will love it! One teacher free with every 10 child tickets sold. Show running time: 60 minutes with no intermis-sion. Age Recommendation: Ideal for Ages 3+.

Booking early is suggested for this popular show! (It really is

that good!) To book please call Olga on our dedicated Booking

Line 087-6363075.

Monday 15th & Tuesday 16th December 2014 . Tickets: Adult: €13.50, Child: €12.50; School/Group rate: €10.00


ABBA FOREVER- The Christmas

Show ABBA FOREVER The Christmas Show returns to The Moat The-atre on Tuesday 16th December for another not to be missed cel-ebration. It’s always party time when ABBA is about, but when it’s the Christmas Show, then that’s a real excuse for a party!

It’s over 40 years since ABBA burst on to the world stage with their Eurovision win with Waterloo. This happy sing-a-long tribute, celebrates with a loud and proud fanfare! It’s the perfect way to start your Christmas season!

Their music is the most played on radio stations around the world and the musical based on their life is still packing the West End and Theatres from Waterloo (Pardon the pun!) to Timbuktu.

MAMMA MIA was a hugh cinema hit and ABBA still rolls on! It has played to full houses all over Ire-land during tours here for the past 6 years! And it packed everywhere on last year’s visit, when they received repeated standing ova-tions for what was one of the most memorable shows of the year!

Get your glad rags on, brush up on the lyrics, don the dancing boots and come to the best party in town! You’ll be rockin’ in the aisles!!!

Tuesday 16th December 8pm Tickets: €20

JACK L NORTHERN LIGHTS

– SONGS OF THE SEASON

Jack L returns to The Moat Theatre with his stunning new, seasonal show and what a great Christmas Present a Jack L ticket would make! In this show, Songs of The Sea-son – Northern Lights, Jack will sing songs which take him back to winters of long ago and songs which conjure up the atmosphere of winters and Christmases of his childhood!Jack will also be dipping into his own repertoire giving a potted history of his stunning career to date and will be performing songs from his recent smash hit shows The 27Club and The Great Wall of China tours PLUS brand new material from his upcoming al-bum thrown in!As with all Jack L shows it prom-ises to surprise, excite, challenge and most of all, ENTERTAIN! He is Ireland’s treasure and the press have sung his praises for decades now.

“As with all great shows, it’s over too soon.”

Edinburgh Evening News “A gorgeous, versatile Baritone.”

The Washington Post “Jack L’s voice is an irresistible force of nature.” The Irish News

Friday 19th December 8pmTickets: €22.50 Concessions: €20

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THE CAHILLS IN CONCERT

The Cahills are a five piece family band from Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Each member of the band have been involved in separate/indi-vidual music projects/bands over the years and have recently decid-ed to collaborate and blend their unique talents together and join forces as a family group.

The Cahills would like you to join them for an evening of music and song where they will perform their own original songs and some of their favourite covers.

A night not to be missed!

Thursday 18th December 8pmTickets: €15


Talisman Theatre Company present

A Christmas Carol By Charles Dickens

The Talisman Theatre Company gets into the spirit of the season with its production of A Christ-mas Carol by Charles Dickens.

A heart-warming classic tale about the miser Ebenezer Scrooge, whose sole pursuit of financial suc-cess has left him a bitter and lonely old man. Bah, humbug! Howev-er, Christmas Eve visits from the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future teach him to open his heart to the spirit of Christmas and to the joys of family and friends. This charming and delightful pro-duction with a superb set, lavish costumes and beautifully sung carols, has been specially adapted making it particularly suitable for young children. A timeless classic everyone will enjoy.

One teacher free with every 10-child tickets sold. Show Run-ning Time: 60 minutes with no in-termission.

Early booking is essential!To book please call Olga on our

dedicated Booking Line 087-6363075.

Wednesday 17th December 10am, 11.30am, 1pmTickets: Adults: €13.50; Child: €12.50; School/Group Rate: €10

Christmas with Tenor

Patrick Hyland

Christmas concert of favourite melodies and popular opera classics. Special guest soprano

Rachel Croash.

Saturday 20th December 8pm Tickets: €25 Concessions: €20

10 11

Whiz Bang Wow andEpic 7 present their

2nd musical

RICKY GOES TO

HOLLYWOODBy Jesse Kisombe

Produced by Veronique Kisombe

Directed by Cliona Kenny

A musical set in the early 70’s about a boy in love and his pursuit of a young girl. Will he stay true to himself and his hippy ways or alter his persona and evolve with the times to impress his love interest?

FRESH PRINCE OF DELAMERE

Following his two sold out shows last year Neil returns with a new show featuring the usual tales of mischief and mayhem.

Book early, as Neil is always a Sell Out!

Sunday 21st December 7pm Tickets: €7.50 Family of 4: €20

Sunday 28th December & Wednesday 31st December 8pm Tickets: €20


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Private parking available with pre theatre menu until 11pm.

2 courses €18.90 or 3 courses €22.90

Lemongrass Restaurant, Abbey St., Naas, County Kildare.Tel: (045) 881004 / (045) 881005

E: [email protected] / W: www.lemongrassnaas.ie

Pre-Theatre Menu Special

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ADVANCE BOOKING

January 2nd– 10th 2015

SMASH & GRAB & THE 7 DWARFS

(Snow White will make an

appearance too!)

Saturday 17th JanuaryFLASH HARRY

Friday 23rd January

THE GREAT HUNGER

Saturday 24th JanuarySEAN KEANE

CAFÉ NOW OPEN AT

THE MOAT THEATREAMAZING COFFEE AND YUMMY FOOD

WE ARE OPEN TUESDAY – SATURDAY: 10am-4pm

SUNDAYS: 12pm-4pm /theduckandcupcafe

@duckandcup

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John & Marcella RusheJerry ConlonPat Conlon

Naas Credit UnionJacinta Connolly, Dara Lodge

Dermot Fullam SolicitorPeter Kelly, Corporate & Personal

Sherry Fitzgerald O’ReillyPoplar Pharmacy

John F. Dunne Insurances Leinster Leader Limited

O’Sullivan Carpet ShowroomsTynan Dillon Chartered Accountants

Sean Bagnall, Frank Mulvey Solicitor

Michael J. Broe & AssociatesKavanagh’s Pub

Des & Mary Healy

Mr. Tony OsborneM. A. Keating

Michael Higgins & Co.John P. Greely & Co.

Mr. Tony HolmesFairgreen Holistic ClinicTom Fletcher Publican

Acorn Book-keeping LtdJ.E. Nash Associates

John Craddock LimitedThe Stationery Store Limited

Pat Fitzsimons, Oak Lodge StudMr. Dermot Cantillon Forenaghts Stud

Maurice StephensMillbrook Linen

Dennison Trailers Kildare Enterprise Board

Mr. G. W. Hillis

Reilly’s Family ButchersPaul Brophy ProduceOsbornes Solicitors

AIB BankGeorge O’Connor, O’Connor’s Bar

Bresc Estates LimitedR. Bracken Solicitors

Moloney & Co. Solicitors Eilis J. Quinlan & Co.

Box Office Telephone: 045 88 30 30The Box Office is open for advancebooking from 11.00a.m. to 5.00p.m.Tuesday to Friday and Saturday11.00a.m. - 4.00p.m. Patrons areadvised that tickets cannot berefunded or exchanged once pur-chased. The Box Office will bepleased (on the customer’s behalf )to offer returned tickets for resaleand will do its best to sell them.

Visa, Mastercard and Laser areaccepted. There is no extra creditcard charge. Please have your cred-it/laser ready when booking. Ticketsare held at the Box Office for collec-tion.

Late comers cannot be admitteduntil a suitable break in the performance or at the interval.

ON LINE BOOKINGwww.moattheatre.com

Concessions Concessions are available (on pro-

duction of the appropriate ID) tostudents, under 18's, the unem-ployed and senior citizens for someproductions. A discount of 10% isavailable for groups of 10 or morefor most productions. Special ratesfor school groups are available fromthe box office. All children, includ-ing infants, must have a ticket for aseat to comply with fire regulations.

Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers are available in anydenomination from the box office.A Patrons Membership makes anideal gift.

Hearing Impaired For patrons with hearing impair-ments we have a loop system.

The Bar The Moat Theatre Bar is open with afull bar service before the show andat the interval to patrons of TheMoat Theatre. Patrons should pre-order their interval drinksbefore the performance.

Conferences and Corporate Events The Moat Theatre is available foruse as a conference venue and orcorporate events.

The Theatre CaféOpen from 8.00am Enjoy Breakfast, Morning Coffee, Lunch or Afternoon TeaTelephone: 045 856949

Car Park

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Call kathleen on 045 88 30 44

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John & Marcella RusheJerry ConlonPat Conlon

Naas Credit UnionJacinta Connolly, Dara Lodge

Dermot Fullam SolicitorPeter Kelly, Corporate & Personal

Sherry Fitzgerald O’ReillyPoplar Pharmacy

John F. Dunne Insurances Leinster Leader Limited

O’Sullivan Carpet ShowroomsTynan Dillon Chartered Accountants

Sean Bagnall, Frank Mulvey Solicitor

Michael J. Broe & AssociatesKavanagh’s Pub

Des & Mary Healy

Mr. Tony OsborneM. A. Keating

Michael Higgins & Co.John P. Greely & Co.

Mr. Tony HolmesFairgreen Holistic ClinicTom Fletcher Publican

Acorn Book-keeping LtdJ.E. Nash Associates

John Craddock LimitedThe Stationery Store Limited

Pat Fitzsimons, Oak Lodge StudMr. Dermot Cantillon Forenaghts Stud

Maurice StephensMillbrook Linen

Dennison Trailers Kildare Enterprise Board

Mr. G. W. Hillis

Reilly’s Family ButchersPaul Brophy ProduceOsbornes Solicitors

AIB BankGeorge O’Connor, O’Connor’s Bar

Bresc Estates LimitedR. Bracken Solicitors

Moloney & Co. Solicitors Eilis J. Quinlan & Co.

Box Office Telephone: 045 88 30 30The Box Office is open for advancebooking from 11.00a.m. to 5.00p.m.Tuesday to Friday and Saturday11.00a.m. - 4.00p.m. Patrons areadvised that tickets cannot berefunded or exchanged once pur-chased. The Box Office will bepleased (on the customer’s behalf )to offer returned tickets for resaleand will do its best to sell them.

Visa, Mastercard and Laser areaccepted. There is no extra creditcard charge. Please have your cred-it/laser ready when booking. Ticketsare held at the Box Office for collec-tion.

Late comers cannot be admitteduntil a suitable break in the performance or at the interval.

ON LINE BOOKINGwww.moattheatre.com

Concessions Concessions are available (on pro-

duction of the appropriate ID) tostudents, under 18's, the unem-ployed and senior citizens for someproductions. A discount of 10% isavailable for groups of 10 or morefor most productions. Special ratesfor school groups are available fromthe box office. All children, includ-ing infants, must have a ticket for aseat to comply with fire regulations.

Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers are available in anydenomination from the box office.A Patrons Membership makes anideal gift.


The Bar The Moat Theatre Bar is open with afull bar service before the show andat the interval to patrons of TheMoat Theatre. Patrons should pre-order their interval drinksbefore the performance.

Conferences and Corporate Events The Moat Theatre is available foruse as a conference venue and orcorporate events.

The Theatre CaféOpen from 8.00am Enjoy Breakfast, Morning Coffee, Lunch or Afternoon TeaTelephone: 045 856949

Car Park

Town Hall

Entrance

The Moat TheatreCredit Union

Mai

n St

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Naa

sM

ain

Stre

et N

aas

C O R P O R A T E F R I E N D S . . .

I N F O R M A T I O N . . .

Join our list ofCorporate Friends

Call kathleen on 045 88 30 44

or 087 6468 000 for further details

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Box Office Telephone: 045 88 30 30. The Box Office is open for advance book-ing from 11am - 6pm Tuesday - Friday, Saturday from 11am - 4pm and on Mondays between 11am and 6 if there is a performance that evening. Patrons are advised that tickets cannot be refunded or exchanged once purchased. The Box Office will be pleased (on the customer’s behalf ) to offer returned tickets for resale and will do its best to sell them.

Visa, Mastercard and Debit are accepted. There is no extra credit card charge. Please have your credit/debit ready when booking. Tickets are held at the Box Office for collection.

Late comers cannot be admitted until a suitable break in the performance or at the interval.

On Line Bookingwww.moattheatre.com

Concessions Concessions are available (on production of the appropriate ID) to students, under 18’s, the unemployed and senior citizens for some productions. A discount of 10% is available for groups of 10 or more for most productions. Special rates for school groups are available from the box office. All children, including infants, must have a ticket for a seat to comply with fire regulations.

Naas Credit Union Affinity SchemeWhen booking shows at the Box office on production of Naas Credit Union Affinity Scheme Card, a 10% discount will be offered to members of Naas Credit Union Affinity Scheme for shows which show the CU logo.

Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers are available in any denomination from the box office.A Patrons Membership makes an ideal gift.


The Bar The Moat Theatre Bar is open one hour before each show with a full bar service and at the interval to patrons of The Moat Theatre. Patrons should pre-order their interval drinks before the performance.

Conferences & Corporate Events The Moat Theatre is available for use as a conference venue and or corporate events.

The CaféOpen from 10am – 4pm Tuesday to Saturday12 noon – 4pm on SundayMorning Coffee, Brunch, Lunch & Afternoon Tea and fresh Two Spots Coffee.

I N F O R M AT I O N . . .

BRONZE FRIENDSJohn & Marcella RusheJerry ConlonPat ConlonNaas Credit UnionJacinta Connolly, Dara LodgeJohn F. Dunne Insurances Leinster Leader LimitedTynan Dillon,Chartered AccountantsMichael J. Broe & AssociatesKavanagh’s PubDes & Mary HealyMr. Tony OsborneM. A. KeatingMichael Higgins & Co.

John P. Greely & Co.Fairgreen Holistic ClinicTom Fletcher PublicanAcorn Book-keeping LtdThe Stationery Store LimitedDennison Trailers Kildare Enterprise BoardMr. G. W. HillisPaul Brophy ProduceOsbornes SolicitorsAIB BankR. Bracken SolicitorsMoloney & Co. Solicitors Eilis J. Quinlan & Co.Millbrook Press

C O R P O R AT E F R I E N D S . . .

The Moat Theatre gratefully acknowledges thesupport we receive from members

of our Patron & Corporate Friends Schemes and:

Documents

Calendar of Events Autumn/Winter 2014