Phizzfest 2016 Advance Booking Events
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Children of the Rising
Sat 30th Apr 3.00pm
McGowans Broadstone Inn
Admission €5 Booking Essential
Broadcaster and acclaimed author of the best-selling Children of the Rising, Joe Duffy will give a public talk based on the fascinating original research undertaken for his award-winning book, bringing to life stories and events that took place on the doorstep of Dublin 7, 100 years ago. Part social history, part reconstruction of the short lives lost during the week of Easter 1916 – some 40 children – the talk includes a slideshow presentation and Q&A session.
Mongoose
Thursday 28th Apr 9.00pm
Mc Geough's Bohemian Lounge
Doyles Corner
€10 Booking Essential
Meet Mongoose the fierce female foursome that are taking Ireland’s alternative folk scene by storm. Their music is an amalgamation of styles, from pop and folk to jazz and trad. With nods to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, Joni Mitchell and The Andrews Sisters, Mongoose's influences range from Simon and Garfunkel to Fleetwood Mac, with a dash of Beyoncé in between. Each member being a songwriter allows for an everevolving soundscape, from Russian polkas and delicate folk melodies to aching ballads and playful tales of love lost. With a debut album under their belt and festival appearances which include Other Voices, Groove, Knockanstockan, Body & Soul, Longitude and Electric Picnic, this unique band are sure to delight with their quick onstage banter, eclectic range of instruments and beautifully crafted songs.
"Original, smart... the band's musical accomplishment, gorgeous harmonies and an unquenchable joie de vivre make their performance unique."
Helena Mulkerns
Thursday 28th Apr 9.00pm
Mc Geough's Bohemian Lounge
Doyles Corner
€10 Booking Essential
Meet Mongoose the fierce female foursome that are taking Ireland’s alternative folk scene by storm. Their music is an amalgamation of styles, from pop and folk to jazz and trad. With nods to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, Joni Mitchell and The Andrews Sisters, Mongoose's influences range from Simon and Garfunkel to Fleetwood Mac, with a dash of Beyoncé in between. Each member being a songwriter allows for an everevolving soundscape, from Russian polkas and delicate folk melodies to aching ballads and playful tales of love lost. With a debut album under their belt and festival appearances which include Other Voices, Groove, Knockanstockan, Body & Soul, Longitude and Electric Picnic, this unique band are sure to delight with their quick onstage banter, eclectic range of instruments and beautifully crafted songs.
"Original, smart... the band's musical accomplishment, gorgeous harmonies and an unquenchable joie de vivre make their performance unique."
Helena Mulkerns
SMALL PLASTIC WARS
Thurs 28 April 8.00 pm
The Brian Boru
€10 Booking Essential
Written and performed by Pat McGrath
Directed by Alan King
A funny account of how one man turned to an unfilled dream to bridge the void of unemployment. Joe is in total control of his world. It’s a pity that it exists only in 1/35 scale and is made of plastic. Meanwhile back in the real world there’s a competition coming up and Joe just wants to be left alone to build his models and win best in show. Unemployment has finally given him the time to enjoy his hobby of sticking bits of plastic together, but unfortunately his wife, his kids, the bank, his nemesis Hermann (whose real name is Brian), the checkout girl in Tesco and Angela Merkel have other ideas.
Shortlisted for Stewart Parker Trust New Playwright Award 2014
Thurs 28 April 8.00 pm
The Brian Boru
€10 Booking Essential
Written and performed by Pat McGrath
Directed by Alan King
A funny account of how one man turned to an unfilled dream to bridge the void of unemployment. Joe is in total control of his world. It’s a pity that it exists only in 1/35 scale and is made of plastic. Meanwhile back in the real world there’s a competition coming up and Joe just wants to be left alone to build his models and win best in show. Unemployment has finally given him the time to enjoy his hobby of sticking bits of plastic together, but unfortunately his wife, his kids, the bank, his nemesis Hermann (whose real name is Brian), the checkout girl in Tesco and Angela Merkel have other ideas.
Shortlisted for Stewart Parker Trust New Playwright Award 2014
Live Music Double Bill
The Drays and Ciara Sidine
Friday 29th Apr 9.30PM
McGeough's Bohemian Lounge
Doyles Corner
€10 Booking Essential
Acclaimed singer songwriter Ciara Sidine and band will deliver a set from her upcoming album Unbroken Line, co-produced with Conor Brady. The Irish artist has gained much attention for her haunting vocals, drawing comparisons to such artists as Emmylou Harris and Maria McKee, and her forthcoming record is a mesmerising blend of roots-influenced folk and rock. ‘Brilliant’ –Guardian ‘Remarkable assured’ –Daily Telegraph
Hot on the heels of the success of their critically lauded 2015 album Look Away Down Collins Avenue, The Drays will showcase their hard-hitting alt country and rock sound, driven by the vocals of lead songwriter Stephen Ryan (ex-Stars of Heaven and Revenants) along with guitar maestro Conor Brady. Line up includes Eileen Gogan and Des Foley on vocals ad Paul Byrne on drums. ‘Think Teenage Fanclub in top form’ –Irish Times
The Drays and Ciara Sidine
Friday 29th Apr 9.30PM
McGeough's Bohemian Lounge
Doyles Corner
€10 Booking Essential
Acclaimed singer songwriter Ciara Sidine and band will deliver a set from her upcoming album Unbroken Line, co-produced with Conor Brady. The Irish artist has gained much attention for her haunting vocals, drawing comparisons to such artists as Emmylou Harris and Maria McKee, and her forthcoming record is a mesmerising blend of roots-influenced folk and rock. ‘Brilliant’ –Guardian ‘Remarkable assured’ –Daily Telegraph
Hot on the heels of the success of their critically lauded 2015 album Look Away Down Collins Avenue, The Drays will showcase their hard-hitting alt country and rock sound, driven by the vocals of lead songwriter Stephen Ryan (ex-Stars of Heaven and Revenants) along with guitar maestro Conor Brady. Line up includes Eileen Gogan and Des Foley on vocals ad Paul Byrne on drums. ‘Think Teenage Fanclub in top form’ –Irish Times
Dermot Bolger in Conversation with
Joseph O Connor
Sunday 1st May 8.00 pm
Mc Geough’s Bohemian Lounge
Admission €12 Booking Essential
Dermot Bolger's annual public conversation with a leading writer has become an integral part of Phizzfest. This year he interviews author and friend Joseph O'Connor, about his life and work.
Joseph O'Connor is the author of two short-story collections, five non-fiction books, many radio diaries and eight novels, including Star of the Sea, Ghost Light and The Thrill of it All. He is Professor of Creative Writing at the University of Limerick.
Joseph O Connor
Sunday 1st May 8.00 pm
Mc Geough’s Bohemian Lounge
Admission €12 Booking Essential
Dermot Bolger's annual public conversation with a leading writer has become an integral part of Phizzfest. This year he interviews author and friend Joseph O'Connor, about his life and work.
Joseph O'Connor is the author of two short-story collections, five non-fiction books, many radio diaries and eight novels, including Star of the Sea, Ghost Light and The Thrill of it All. He is Professor of Creative Writing at the University of Limerick.
High Heels in Low Places
Panti Bliss
Monday 2nd May 9.00 pm
McGowans Broadstone Inn
Admission €12 Booking Essential
Join national treasure, performance legend and accidental activist, Panti, in her hit comedy High Heels in Low Places, in Phibsborough for one night only following a sensational (and scandalous) national tour.
Panti Bliss
Monday 2nd May 9.00 pm
McGowans Broadstone Inn
Admission €12 Booking Essential
Join national treasure, performance legend and accidental activist, Panti, in her hit comedy High Heels in Low Places, in Phibsborough for one night only following a sensational (and scandalous) national tour.
