Town Hall Theatre Galway

Tom Crean – Antarctic Explorer

Written and Performed by Aidan DooleyTom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland’s unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance by Aidan Dooley.Hear the riveting true stories of Crean’s Antarctic explorations as one of the few men to serve with both Scott and Shackleton and survive the three famous expeditions: Discovery, (1901 – 1904); Terra Nova (1910 – 1913); and Endurance (1914 - 1916).This multi-award winning show has now played critically acclaimed sell-out performances throughout Ireland, USA, Australia, Europe and the UK.“This magnificent revelation of a fascinating character simply compels a standing ovation”Gerry Colgan, The Irish Times Dublin“You will go to then end of the earth to find theatre this rewarding"Murray Bramwell, The Australian

The Legend of Luke Kelly Show

Featuring Chris Kavanagh & The Patriots Having performed, in 2011, an 11-date tour of Germany with folk legends, The Dubliners, and having shared the stage with them celebrating their 50th anniversary, Chris Kavanagh brings his acclaimed "Legend of Luke Kelly" show to the Town Hall. Lead singer, Chris, bears a remarkable resemblance to Luke, while his singing talent captures the depth and passion of the great man. He is joined onstage by the accomplished musicians that make up The Patriots, all of whom consider it an honour to bring Luke’s memory back to the live stage.

Angels In America

Angels in America is the story of two couples living in New York in the 1980s, set against the stark backdrop of the Cold War. Prior and Louis have to deal with the disastrous news of a HIV diagnoses which threatens their relationship and puts things in perspective during the height of the AIDS crisis. Louis strains to keep his wits as his lover gets sicker, while Prior hides his pain with dry humour. Joe and Harper’s marriage suffers under the strain of Harper’s valium addiction and pressure from Joe’s work. We see Joe struggle with his own sexuality as Harper slips deeper into dependency. Tempers flare and their Mormon faith is tested to its limit. Both couples live in a world of corruption, politics, religion, fear of illness, and of being alone. And it is a world that seems to be coming apart around them as Harper and Prior slip through the boundaries of their own dreams and hallucinations.

Paddyland

‘Paddyland’ recently debuted with roaring success at Dublin’s Vicar Street venue, it stars awardwinning comedy writer and radio host Dave O’Connor.Paddyland is sure to have you in stitches with Dave’s brilliant stand up, his laugh out loud games andhis unique way of capturing and entertaining the whole audience.Critics and promoters are tipping Paddyland and Dave O’Connor to be the next big thing in comedy not only here in Ireland but also abroad due to the worldwide appeal of the show’s theme, Ireland.

BEATLEMANIA

{img:1604full.jpg|Beatlemania} The show recreates the legendary live performances of The Beatles from their 'moptop' roots, through the psychedelia of Sgt. Pepper then on to the final years of Abbey Road and Let It Be. However, with this being the golden anniversary year, the first part of the show will feature songs ALL from 1963