APRIL – AUGUST 2015

ROSCOMMONARTS CENTRE

SummerP r o g r a m M e o f E v e n t s

www.roscommonartscentre.ieBox Office: 090 662 5824

Pat Shortt • Conal Gallen • Des Keogh • The Wizard of Oz • Mary Coughlan • Trad Music Sessions • Bookworms Childrens Literary FestivaL • Brendan Bowyer •The Way Back Home • PJ Gallagher & Joanne McNally • Liam Ó MaonlaÍ • Irish Chamber Orchestra • Dervish • Beezneez Theatre Company • Seamus O Rourke

AT A GLANCE AT A GLANCE

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April Event Name Event Type Page

10th - June 19th Technologies for Internal Explorations - Siobhan McGibbon Visual Art 6

18th- June 13th Christine Mackey - The Lung Visual Art 9

29th The Games People Play Theatre 12

30th Roscommon Lamb Festival Trad Music 12

May

1st The Quiet Man Cinema 13

6th The Hundred Foot Journey Cinema 13

9th Pat Shortt in “Selfie” Comedy 14

14th & 15th Conal Gallen in “A Bit On The Sunny Side” Comedy 15

19th Caitlín Nic Gabhann and Ciarán O Maonaigh Trad Music 16

23rd My Fair Ladies Theatre 17

28th Edel Fox and Neill Byrne Trad Music 18

29th & 30th The Wizard of Oz Children’s Show 18

July Event Name Event Type Page

The Park Project Visual Art 9

4th Liam Ó Maonlaí Music 25

7th Beezneez: Thy Will Be Done Theatre 26

13th Brick Flicks Workshop 5

15th The Four Seasons Twice Music 27

20th-24th Youth Theatre Summer School Workshop 5

24th Seamus O’ Rourke Indigestion Theatre 28

30th Carmel Gunning & Junior Davey Trad Music 28

August Event Type Page

6th Dervish Music 29

14th Maria McKinney Visual Art 10

15th Brendan Bowyer Music 30

JUNE Event Name Event Type Page

Agri Culture + Art & Agriculture II Visual Art7

5th Mary Coughlan Music 19

12th & 13th The Way Back Home Children’s 20

13th The Magic Book Shop Children’s 21

13th The Book Clinic Children’s 22

19th P J Gallagher & Joanne McNally “Separated at Birth” Comedy 23

19th Spud – Public Talk Visual Art 8

25th Brid Harper & Dermot Byrne Trad Music 24

April - June 2015 July- August 2015

BOX OFFICE HOURSTUESDAY – FRIDAY: 10am – 5.00pmSATURDAYS: 2pm – 5pm ON PERFORMANCE DAYS ONLY ON PERFORMANCE EVENINGS 7.15pm – 8.30pm

BOOK YOUR TICKETS AT www.roscommonartscentre.ieBox Office: 090 662 5824

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IN RESIDENCE SUMMER Workshops

Roscommon County Youth Theatre are back in full swing for another term. If you are aged between 13 & 22 and have an interest in drama, then why not join in.

Workshops recommence May 9th. For further information email drama.works@hotmail.com or call Catherine on 086 874 7024.

SATURDAYS 10 am – 12 pm weekly | e40

Join the youth theatre gang for a great week this summer. The master-class series will cater for all levels of experience with voice work, improvisation, physical theatre and lots of fun and games.

Suitable for young people aged 13-22. No experience required. For further information email drama.works@hotmail.com or call Catherine on 086 874 7024.

MONDAY 20th - FRIDAY 24th July | 10am – 4pm | e70

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If you’re over 55, then why not pop along to one of our fun and creative dance/movement classes with Catherine Donnelly. Designed to be fun and relaxed, Elderberries is a great way to keep fit, meet new people and get active. Wear supportive, comfortable, non-slip footwear and easy to move in clothing. If coming along for the first time please arrive 15 minutes before class starts.

WEDNESDAYS | 6th MAY – 27th MAY I 11:30 am to 12:30 pm | e6 per session

Elderberries Dance Ensemble ROSCOMMON COUNTY YOUTH THEATRE

SPOTLIGHT: YT SUMMER SCHOOLDance for the Over 55’s with ACHILLes Dance facilitator Catherine Donnelly

WEDNESDAY 15th JULY | 10am - 1pm | 2pm - 5pm | e15

Fancy making your own Lego movie? Using digital technology and hand-made sets, watch as your Lego figures come to life! Tutors will share tips and techniques on set building, filming, and editing and everyone gets to bring home a copy of their movie.

Materials are supplied, though participants are encouraged to bring along their favourite Lego characters. Suitable for ages 8+, limited to 20 per session.

JIG GENERATION: MUSIC WORKSHOPAs part of our Bealtaine celebrations, musicians Caitlin Nic Gabhann and Ciarán O Maonaigh invite children and grandparents to their inter-generational music workshop.

Ciarán’s grandfather Frankie Mooney is regarded by him as his first teacher and now we celebrate the importance of older people as our music teachers. If you and yours enjoy a tune, then sign up to join two top musicians in what could end up being a bit of a session! Pre-booking essential.

TUESDAY 19th MAY | 4pm | FREE ADMISSIONSpecial Offer Book along with YT Term for a discounted price of e100

A partnership between Roscommon Arts Centre and Leitrim Sculpture Centre, Manorhamilton, the project takes the form of a residency where the gallery spaces within the arts centre’s will be used as active production and research areas for selected artists. This will be an open call for visual artists.

Further information on the application process will be made available in MAY 2015. To register your interest, please email: linda@lindashevlin.com

VISUAL ART Programme 2015

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VISUAL ART Programme 2015

Technologies for Internal Explorations SIOBHAN MCGIBBON

Exhibition continues until June 19th

Siobhan McGibbon is the recipient of the inaugural Roscommon Visual Artists Forum Award. This new body of work, expands on investigations undertaken during her on-going residency in Galway University Hospital. With a specific focus on anatomy, the medicalisation of the body, how “normal” is analysed within the medical field and the human experience within a medical environment.

Agri - Culture + Art and Agriculture II

The 2015 Visual Arts programme for King House begins with an exhibition by Christine Mackey, running parallel with Contexts:01, an exhibition of works from the Boyle Civic Art Collection that respond to Christine’s work.

Christine will install a number of works that respond to a recent public art commission in Ballaghaderreen, inviting audiences to engage on their own exploration of this typical town in County Roscommon.

EXHIBITION OPENS APRIL 13th and continues until JUNE 13th.

VISUAL ART Programme 2015 OFFSITE EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS OFFSITE EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS

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VISUAL ART Programme 2015

SPUD is a public art community project led by artist Deirdre O’Mahony. From March 2015, Deirdre will be working with voluntary participants to cultivate a large “X” shaped temporary lazybed of blight resident potatoes marking the site of the National Famine Museum at Strokestown Park House. The lazybeds will be in place until August 2015.

SPUD PUBLIC TALK & PARMENTIER LUNCHThere will be a talk and introduction to the project by Dr. Deirdre O’Mahony at Strokestown Park House, followed by lunch inspired by French pharmacist, AA Parmentier’s Potato Feasts in the 18th century.

FRIDAY JUNE 19th | 2pm | Booking: linda@lindashevlin.com

The Lung Christine Mackey

KING HOUSE, BOYLE

The Park Project Part Two will be a summer school / public art project in collaboration with curatorial partners Hollie Kearns and Rosie Lynch (Commonage / The Workhouse Assembly, Kilkenny).

Artists, ecologists, landscape architects and the local community will be invited to research and develop ideas around the usage of public spaces and parks, looking at the potential re-development of derelict or dilapidated sites around the environs of Boyle.

For further information please contact: linda@lindashevlin.com

VISUAL ART Programme 2015 OFFSITE EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS OFFSITE EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS

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VISUAL ART Programme 2015

Maria McKinney - New WorkKING HOUSE, BOYLEMaria McKinney’s work considers the complexities that structure our everyday environment.

Maria has been commissioned to produce a number of small works that will be placed within the existing exhibits throughout King House, along with a more traditional display of her work that will be presented in the Long Gallery.

CONTEXTS:02 will be an exhibition of works from the Boyle Civic Art Collection that pick up on the materials, process and aesthetic of McKinney’s installation.

EXHIBITION OPENS AUGUST 14th AND RUNS UNTIL OCTOBER

BOYLE: JULY 2015

Roscommon Arts Centre gallery is now also the location of the RVAF Hotdesk & Reading Area. The area gives artists living in the County access to creative software, internet, books, magazines and informational publications relating to the visual arts. Pre-book via the box office 090 6625824.

For further information please contact: linda@lindashevlin.com

ARTIST HUB

The Park Project

Almost twenty years in the making, “The Quiet Man” was arguably the most personal film of director John Ford’s long and illustrious career as well as one of his great achievements. Starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara this humorous, lively, endearing film remains as romantic and enjoyable as when it first came out in1952.

FRIDAY 1st MAY | 2pm | €5 | OVER 50’s FREE | Cert: G

THE QUIET MAN

The Kadam family leaves India for France where they open a restaurant directly across the road from Madame Mallory’s (Helen Mirren) Michelin-starred eatery. However upon encountering the icy proprietor, the Kadam family realise they may have bitten off more than they can chew. As cultures clash and food flies, an all-out war escalates between the two establishments.

WEDNESDAY 6th MAY | 2pm | €5 | OVER 50’s FREE | Cert PG

Join Roscommon Lamb Festival’s celebrations with an evening of traditional music and song. Featuring musical performances from talents such as John Wynne, John McEvoy, Rachel Garvey, Jacinta McEvoy and guests Noel Sweeney, Donna McCann and Martin O’Muiri. A great night guaranteed!

THURSDAY 30th APRIL | 8pm | €15

April Programme

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The Games People PlayNiamh and Oisín were sold the dream – the house, the life, the kids. One night, a series of games starts to escalate, and threatens to unravel their suburban paradise in this powerful night of theatre.

WEDNESDAY 29th APRIL | 8pm | €16/€14

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RISE PRODUCTIONS in collaboration with Gavin Kostick

BEST NEW PLAY IRISH TIMES THEATRE

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Celebrate Bealtaine throughout May with special events and ticket prices...

MAY Programme

BEALTAINE

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The irrepressible Pat Shortt is back with his new show “SELFIE”. He tells the tales of singing undertaker Mossey Burke, along with a host of new characters, as he recounts his favourite funeral.... a funeral that was nearly the death of him and changed his life forever!

Through laughs and punch-lines and hilarious one-liners, Pat performs a myriad of Irish comedic scenarios that no matter what part of the country you are from, you will have seen or heard of first hand! Tickets must be paid for at the time of booking.

SATURDAY 9th MAY | 8pm | €28

SELFIEPAT SHORTT

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MAY Programme

Join the Murphy’s in sunny Spain for another hilarious comedy farce! After the massive success of their first play “A Bit On The Side”, “A Bit On The Sunny Side” sees our four hapless holidaymakers stumble unwittingly from one crisis to another.

Age recommendation 16 +. Tickets must be paid for at the time of booking.

THURSDAY 14th & FRIDAY 15th MAY | 8pm | €25

It’s pure fun, laughter and craic from start to finish! Early booking strongly advised.

Conal Gallen in “A Bit On The Sunny Side”

Ciarán O Maonaigh & Caitlin Nic Gabhann in ConcertCiarán Ó Maonaigh is a fiddle player from Donegal. A noted musician, he is no stranger to touring and his virtuosity and charismatic stage presence, make him a natural performer.

This time, he’s on the road with Caitlin Nic Gabhann, three times winner of the All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil on concertina and a regular performer at festivals and in concert halls around the world. This pairing brings together two of the finest instrumentalists on the Irish traditional scene.

TUESDAY 19th MAY | 8pm €15/€12/€10 OVER 50’s

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My Fair Ladies Celebrating his 80th year, Des Keogh, gets to fulfil a life-long ambition to play legendary Irish man of letters George Bernard Shaw in this new show.

This hugely entertaining new play is about the many ladies in the extraordinary life of one of the greatest playwrights of all time.

A special evening of wit, passion and humour is promised as Des marks being 80 with this very special performance.

SATURDAY 23rd MAY | 8pm €18/€15 OVER 50’s

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BEALTAINE

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Check out of “Jig Generation” Music Workshop on Page 5

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The Reel Thing Sa Cistin

Edel Fox (concertina) and Neill Byrne (fiddle) have been playing music together for the past five years. The combination of styles and influences between Edel and Neill has created a new and exciting sound. Together, they share a common interest in unusual versions of tunes and uncommon compositions. Audiences at Strokestown Park House are in for a real treat at this performance.

STROKESTOWN PARK HOUSE | THURSDAY 28th MAY | 8pm | €14/€12 Over 50’s

MAY Programme

Edel Fox & Neill Byrne

Majella’s students entertain with a magical re-telling of this classic tale. Join Dorothy in the land of Oz, where she meets munchkins, witches, a scarecrow, a tin man, a lion and a wizard. This show is performed in true panto style and suitable for all the family. Tickets must be paid for at time of booking.

Friday 29th & Saturday 30th MAY | 8pm | €12

Majella Flanagan Theatre Company presents

JUNE Programme

Mary CoughlanMary Coughlan is a timeless and endless talent, her voice has always been an unforeseen, sudden seduction.

Drawing heavily from her legendary heroes; Billie Holiday, Peggy Lee, Van Morrison, and Edith Piaf, she makes every song her own. A great opportunity to see one Ireland’s best female performers this summer.

FRIDAY 5th JUNE | 8pm | €20

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Her smoky, bluesy, boozy drawl has always been a seduction, no matter what the subject

BEALTAINE

TICKET OFFER

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Branar Téatar do Pháistí & Teater Refleskion in association with Baboró International Arts Festival

When a boy discovers a single-propeller airplane in his closet, he does what any young adventurer would do: he flies into outer space! Millions of miles from earth, the plane begins to sputter, so the boy must make a daring landing on the moon. But as it turns out, he is not alone up there...Based on the Oliver Jeffers book, this new show, without words, combines puppetry and music to realise a beautiful and imaginative story. Kindly supported by the Arts Council, suitable for audiences aged 4 – 8.

FRIDAY 12th JUNE | 10am & 12pm | €8 /€6.50 • DESIGNATED SCHOOL SHOWS •

SATURDAY 13th JUNE | 11.30am | €8 (adult) €6.50 (child) | Family of four ticket offer €26

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THE MAGICBOOKSHOPMONKEYSHINE THEATRE COMPANY IN ASSOCIATION WITH ROSCOMMON ARTS CENTRE

It’s a treasure trove of wonders where books come to life and stories hop off the pages. Step inside and meet some of the inhabitants of this little shop, hear their stories and maybe even take a little of their magic home with you. An interactive theatre experience for children aged 5+, audiences are invited to bring gently used books to swap. Capacity 10 per show.

SATURDAY 13th JUNE | €5 SHOWTIMES: 10:20am, 11am, 11:40am, 1pm, 1:40pm, 2:20pm 21

THE WAY BACK HOME by Oliver Jeffers

Join Us At Roscommon’s New Children’s Literary Festival Bookworms

Children’s Literary Festival

Back by popular demand CBI’s Book Doctor will once again be on site to give out prescriptions for new reads to all young bookworms.

Be advised, capacity is limited and pre-booking is not possible, so come along, bring a book to read and settle down in the Dr’s waiting room until you’re called.

SATURDAY 13th | JUNE 12pm – 4pm | ADMISSION FREE

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JUNE Programme

FAMILYEVENT

JUNE Programme

Separated at Birth is the love child of renowned Irish Comedian PJ Gallagher (Naked Camera/Meet the Neighbours) and Ireland’s fastest rising star Joanne McNally (Singlehood/Concussion/ The Commute).

Borne out of a gluttonous penchant for multiple parents, “Separated at Birth” is a hilarious and moving look at how the opposing pair navigate the highs and lows of growing up adopted in Ireland.

FRIDAY 19th JUNE | 8pm | €18 / €16

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PJ Gallagher & Joanne McNallyUMCK Productions in association with Lisa Richards

The Lighter Side of Adoption by two Comedy Orphans!

Children’s Literary Festival Full festival programme to be Announced in May

JUNE Programme

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The Reel Thing Sa CistinJoin Dermot Byrne (accordion) and Brid Harper (fiddle) as they cook up a storm for the Reel Thing summer sessions in the galley kitchen of Strokestown Park House. Dermot has been to the fore of traditional music circles for decades, with his unique style and command of the accordion and was a member of the trad group “Altan”.

Brid is renowned for her traditional fiddle playing, performing and touring extensively and has played with many top musicians and won numerous prestigious awards for her talents.

STROKESTOWN PARK HOUSE | THURSDAY 25th JUNE | 8pm €14/€12

Brid Harper & Dermot Byrne

JULY Programme

Hothouse Flower’s Liam Ó Maonlaí performs an intimate solo concert for Roscommon audiences this summer. This superb multi - instrumentalist brings you on a genre shifting journey from traditional tunes and sean nós, to rock and blues.

Having toured and recorded extensively over the years with the Hothouse Flowers and many other artists, this is a rare chance to see one of Irelands most treasured musicians play in an intimate theatre environment.

SATURDAY 4th JULY | 8pm | €18 / €15

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Thy Will Be DoneBEEZNEEZ THEATRE COMPANY

Brothers Jack and Peteen live side by side, but haven’t spoken in 40 years. When Peteen’s estranged wife dies in America, her son returns to Ireland and is torn between his love for his uncle and his respect for his father. Equally hilarious and moving, audiences are guaranteed an evening of laughter and tears, in equal measure.

TUESDAY 7th JULY | 8pm | €16/€14

JULY Programme

Director Katherine Hunka and the Irish Chamber Orchestra combine Vivaldi’s iconic Four Seasons with Astor Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires. Vivaldi’s Seasons is immensely popular and never fails to enchant with its musical brilliance. Each season is performed featuring three short movements. In contrast, Piazzolla’s variation gives each season only one movement. Enjoy these musical snapshots like you have never heard them before. An evening of music like this is one not to be missed!

WEDNESDAY 15th JULY | 8pm |€20/€1827

THE FOUR SEASONS... TWICE Irish Chamber Orchestra

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Following on his successful performance of “Padraig Potts”, Seamus O Rourke is back with his new one man show. A man from West Cavan relays the story of his life in a story of hilarious situations, hostile confrontations, accidental love and most of all Hope.

This is Seamus O’Rourke doing what he does best… simple storytelling.

FRIDAY 24th JULY | 8pm | €16/ €14

INDIGESTION by Seamus O’Rourke Guerilla Productions

The Reel Thing Sa Cistin

Carmel Gunning is a tin whistle player and talented singer, who has taught and performed in many countries and released five solo albums. Five - time All – Ireland bodhran champion, Junior Davey is a compelling performer who is deeply rooted in the musical tradition of south Sligo. This evening will be a fitting finale to the house sessions.

STROKESTOWN PARK HOUSE | THURSDAY 30th JULY | 8pm | €14 / €12

Carmel Gunning & Junior Davey

AUGUST Programme

Dervish is one of the leading Irish bands on the Folk/ Roots circuit worldwide. Their 24 year journey has taken them to thousands of venues in over 30 countries; sharing festival bills with everyone from Beck to James Brown, Oasis, Sting, REM and from Neil Young to Iron Maiden. Their innovative approach to Irish traditional music, while remaining respectful and loyal to the tradition, has won them critical acclaim internationally as well as many industry awards. With Roscommon native Cathy Jordan, leading the troupe, we are delighted to welcome them to the stage here for the first time.

THURSDAY 6th AUGUST | 8pm | €20/€1829

IN CONCERT

DERVISH

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Brendan BowyerAn evening of nostalgia, filled with songs from his days with “The Royal Showband” and “The Big Eight”. Brendan Bowyer is an enduring legend of the showband era and continues to delight audiences with his high energy performances.

Joined on stage by his daughter Aisling, Brendan will be performing such well known classics as “The Hucklebuck”. Tickets must be paid for at time of booking.

SATURDAY 15th AUGUST | 8pm | €25

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ROSCOMMON ARTS CENTRE INFORMATIONRoscommon Arts Centre is located on Circular Road, Roscommon. Co Roscommon.Box Office: 090 6625824

Tuesday – Friday 10am – 5.00pm

Saturdays: 2pm – 5pm on performance days only.

On performance evenings, box office hours: 7.15pm – 8.30pm.

The Gallery is open to the public during centre opening hours.

Please note tickets should be collected at least fifteen minutes before the advertised start time. Alternatively tickets can be collected from the box office during opening hours.

RESERVATIONS:Reservations will be held pending payment until 48 hours before a performance. Group reservations are held until one week before a performance. In order to comply with fire regulations, each person, even babies, must have a valid ticket for performances. Please check your reservation at time of booking as there is room for human error and mistakes cannot always be rectified at a later stage.There are no refunds or exchanges on tickets, unless events are cancelled/re-scheduled. If you are unable to attend an event please contact us and we will endeavour to assist you.

DISABLED PATRONS:Roscommon Arts Centre welcomes patrons with disabilities and can accommodate up to 8 wheelchair users at each performance. Patrons who are physically disabled, hearing, or visually impaired must be escorted to events. As a courtesy, the escort will be given a complimentary ticket to attend. These tickets, as well as wheelchair locations are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis, so please inform the Box Office of your seating needs at time of booking.

Although animals are not permitted in the arts centre, an exception is made for guide dogs and service animals, the box office should be made aware of such accommodations at time of booking. Please note the arts centre does not have elevators or escalators; the gallery and workshop spaces are not wheelchair accessible.

LATECOMERS:We regret to inform you that latecomers are not admitted under any circumstances. This policy is stated clearly on the back of all tickets and as part of the online booking facility which you agree to, by clicking acceptance of the terms and conditions. Staff also inform patrons at time of booking.

Shows commence promptly at the advertised start time. Roscommon County Council’s Code of Conduct for Customers and members of the public, clearly states the harassment of staff and behaviour which is disruptive will not be accepted and in this instance you will be asked to leave the premises.

PAYMENT:Payment can be made by cash, debit card or cheque. Cheques should be made payable to Roscommon County Council.

TICKET PRICES:Where an alternative price is advertised, this applies to children & young people, full time students, senior citizens (65+), the unwaged (with social welfare cards), the disabled and to those with restricted mobility. ID cards may be required.

LAST LAUGH COMEDY CLUBLast Laugh Comedy Club is an over 16’s event unless otherwise advertised. ID cards may be required.

GET INVOLVED: Roscommon Arts Centre invites you to become involved in what’s happening at the centre. You can sign up on our website at www.roscommonartscentre.ie, follow us on Facebook and Twitter or contact us at the box office on 090 66 25824. Roscommon Arts Centre reserves the right to alter/cancel performances. Roscommon Arts Centre reserves the right to refuse admission.

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