Going Out

MUSIC Manchester showband to play in Irishtown

The popular showband Pat Jordan and Finian’s Rainbow is heading to Bourke’s of Irishtown this Friday night.

MUSIC Castlebar Blues Festival comes of age

A look at what to expect from 2010 Castlebar Blues Festival. This year – the festival’s 18th – is a heady mix of great free gigs in the town’s bars and clubs, and three big-name concerts in The Royal Theatre.

FILM REVIEW Robin Hood

The main problem with Ridley Scott’s version is that it’s too crowded – too many strands, not enough cohesion.

MUSIC Wild Geese on tour

Much-loved Country/rock band the Wild Geese are on a whistle-stop tour of Mayo this coming weekend.

REVIEW Cupid Wore Skirts

Due to popular demand, Louisburgh Drama Group’s Cupid Wore Skirts was staged again last Friday night.

MUSIC James Kilbane to play Tubbercurry

Achill singer James Kilbane will play in Tubbercurry to help raise funds for the town’s Old Fair and Heritage Day.

INTERVIEW Crowded House bass player Nick Seymour

Ahead of the upcoming Crowded House gig in Castlebar, Nick Seymour speaks about surfing on Ireland’s west coast, his life in Dublin and his reputation as a bit of a poseur.