PERFECT TEN
THE TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SLIGO THIS WEEK
1 SLIGO TRAIL RUNNING FESTIVAL
Sligo’s first trail running festival offers a series of thrilling and picturesque guided trail runs along the Wild Atlantic Way. Taking place this Friday until Sunday, experience all Sligo has to offer over the festival weekend with a laid-back, run-for-fun atmosphere. Tickets available via eventbrite.
2 GATSBY BALL
Sligo, Leitrim and West Cavan Rape Crisis Centre will be hosting a Great Gatsby Ball at the Clayton Hotel this Friday. This will be a fabulous event with drinks and canapé reception, 3 course meal, theatrical performance and more. Tickets for the event are €50.
3 KEVIN BURKE
The legend that is Kevin Burke returns to the Hawk’s Well Theatre on Saturday the 29th of September. Whether solo or accompanied, on record or in concert, Burke is an immensely engaging performer. Tickets for this event are €16 with a special half price rate of €8 for those u18.
4 SEAMUS O’ROURKE
Seamus O’Rourke returns to the Hawk’s Well Theatre with his new show, titled ‘And thank you…’ on Friday the 28th of September. It’s a story of hard work and success and dangling... There’s bad driving and ice hockey and there’s falling down. When the ‘Divel’ starts to gnaw, the kingdom will fall...Tickets to this event are €18 plus €1 Renovation Fee. Further information available online at www. hawkswell.com
5 SEAN KEANE IN CONCERT
Seán Keane and his band will perform his unique blend of traditional Irish and contemporary folk music and song in the intimate setting of Coleman Music Centre, Gurteen on Saturday. Seán Keane continues to delight audiences all over the world with his live performances and recorded work. For bookings call 071 9182599 or www.colemanirishmusic.com.
6 THE APPRENTICE
Following on from the success of Requiem for Julie, Aisling, and The Raven Beckons, Shaun Purcell and crew return with another original musical, a musical comedy at the Hawk’s Well on October 2nd and 3rd. The show is directed by Micki Murray, well known Sligo performer and social media guru/ influencer. This show is suitable for all ages.
7 A HISTORY OF PLAY
It’s the last week of Eamon O’Kane’s ‘A History of Play’ at The Model. In this colourful three-dimensional installation, children are invited to explore shape, colour and constructive design through imaginative and creative play.
8 JEAN- MICHEL VEILLON & YVON RIOU
Born on the north coast of Brittany, Jean-Michel Veillon has achieved widespread recognition as one of world’s premier traditional flute players. Yvon Riou, guitar player from the coast of Tregor, played with the breton bands SKOLVAN & PENNOÙ SKOULM. They come to The Glens Centre this Thursday. Tickets €16/13.
9 AN TRIAIL
On Friday, The Glens Centre, Manorhamilton, hosts a free performance of ‘An Triail’ by Mairéad Ní Ghráda for secondary schools and the public before it goes on national tour. This highly acclaimed version uses puppets, masks, engaging visuals and physical performances in a snappy, engaging and humorous show.
10 MOY RIVER FOLK CLUB
Today (Tuesday) at Moy River Folk Club in Cloonacool. Something a little bit different in the company of classical musician, Karin Leitner (flute) and Teresa O’Donnell (harp). 8pm start and booking is necessary. This promises to be a lovely experience. 087 2512 030 for more.