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It looks like Spring finally has arrived just in time for Summer, and we’ve got plenty of summer treats in store as our 2018 programme unfurls like those long-awaited buds! Our 2018 inhouse programme got off to a tremendous start with the success of Gare St Lazare’s HOW IT IS: PART ONE, by Samuel Beckett, and the national tour of Kevin Barry’s critically acclaimed stage play Autumn Royal which is now underway.

Our blockbuster Cork Midsummer Festival offering, in which we partner with top Irish producers Landmark Productions, the Abbey and the Festival, is the world premiere stage adaptation of Louise O’Neill’s award-winning novel Asking for It. This new version of Louise O’Neill’s devastating story, directed by Annabelle Comyn, shines an unflinching light on the experience of a young woman whose life is changed forever by a horrific act of violence. With this co-production, we’re backing extraordinary artists and superb new work. Make no mistake, this world premiere is a must-see event this festival and tickets are already selling fast!

I return to the rehearsal room this July, working again with some of the brilliant creatives who have contributed to our productions in recent years, and a superb cast to bring you a brand new production of Martin McDonagh’s The Lonesome West. Martin’s film and theatre work has won multiple accolades, from Oscars and

Golden Globes, to Oliviers and Tonys and this play is undeniable evidence of his knack with one-liners, his comic timing, and his old school plotting skills. Dealing in the blackest comedy, this play is sibling rivalry pushed to a deadly edge.

Autumn highlights include the world premiere staging of John O’Brien’s brand new opera The Nightingale and the Rose, a stunning new opera based on Oscar Wilde’s timeless short story, and the fairytale of all fairytales: Cinderella returns for our annual Christmas panto.

And that’s just the inhouse programme! Dotted throughout these major diary dates are a host of brilliant stand-up comics and live music shows: Deirdre O’Kane, Colin Murphy, A Spoonful of Sherman, Frankie’s Guys, Camilla Griehsel’s Mamasongue. We’re supporting excellent locally made theatre with the likes of Erin Connolly and the Children of Lir, Killing Stella and Sonia; we’re breaking new ground and hosting thrilling performances from top notch Irish dance artists Junk Ensemble and Philip Connaughton; and maintaining tradition by bringing you the best in touring theatre and opera with titles such as: Maeve Binchy’s Minding Frankie, Shout! The Musical, The Good Father, Looking Deadly, The Tales of Hoffmann, The Mai, The Collector, Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, and plenty more besides. It’s all held within the pages of this brochure, so dive in – it’s all for you!

A NOTE FROM OUR ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

JULIE KELLEHER ARTISTIC DIRECTOR


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“Wonderful, charming, perfect for Binchy fans”

RED CURTAIN REVIEW

Adapted for the stage by Shay Linehan

BREDA CASHE PRESENTS

Minding Frankie is a family love story, full of Maeve Binchy’s trademark wisdom, warmth, and humour. Back by popular demand - if you didn’t get to see it last time don’t miss it!

“Best night at the theatre in a long while”

GAY BYRNE

Noel Lynch is struggling with an alcohol addiction, when he gets a call from Stella, a girlfriend with whom he shared a drunken weekend. Stella is having Noel’s child; she is also dying from cancer. Noel must raise their daughter, Frankie.

MAEVE BINCHY'S MINDING FRANKIE

DATES: TUE 15 – SAT 19 MAY, 8PM

TICKETS: TICKETS €27 | CONCESSION €25 | STUDENTS €9

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SUMMER SEASON 2018

The Amy Winehouse Experience

VERDANT PRODUCTIONS & DO R DIE PRODUCTIONS PRESENT

In her short career, Amy Winehouse created a lasting impression on the music world of the 21st century: from her debut Frank in 2003 through the Grammy Award winning Back to Black in 2007 and the posthumous Lioness in 2011.

Lioness provides an authentic tribute featuring TV’s Stars in Their Eyes finalist Emma Wright as Amy Winehouse plus a full seven piece backing band to recreate the authentic sound of this heady mix of jazz, soul and pop.

Lioness will take you on a journey through the emotional roller coaster of her song writing, guaranteed to have you singing and dancing along throughout the performance.

A nostalgic nod to London’s Swinging Sixties, the musical follows five young female subscribers to a fictional magazine called Shout! as they come of age during the liberating 1960s that made the world swing.

Shout! contains show stopping new arrangements of classic pop anthems of the decade, including, Downtown, Son of a Preacher Man, Goldfinger, I Only Wanna Be With You, To Sir With Love and of course, Shout! This show will make you want to throw your head back....and SHOUT!

“Stylish and inventive… a surprisingly shagadelic shindig”

TALKING BROADWAY

DATES: MON 21 – FRI 25 MAY, 8PM

TICKETS: TICKETS €26 | CONCESSION €23 | STUDENTS €9

SHOUT! THE MOD MUSICAL

DATES: SUN 20 MAY, 8PMTICKETS: €26

LIONESS


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DANCE OFFERING 2018Directed by Alan Foley

ALAN FOLEY ACADEMY OF DANCE PRESENTS

BILLIE-JEANS RHYTHM DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS

Students from the Alan Foley Academy of Dance present Dance Offering 2018 for one performance only. They will be accompanied by special guest artistes from Cork City Ballet.

This production will showcase the varied talents of the students – ranging from classical ballet to energetic hip-hop and jazz dance including numbers from Sia, Beyoncé & Disney. Miss Ciara and Alan Foley have choreographed this showcase to deliver an action-packed night of dance which will leave you thoroughly refreshed and wanting more!

Billie-Jeans Rhythm Dance Company presents Stars of Ireland’s Got Talent – don’t miss a great family day out with Billie-Jeans Rhythm Dance Company’s amazing dance and musical theatre show.

Established 26 years ago in East Cork, Billie-Jeans Dance Company and School of Performing Arts promises a hugely entertaining show to suit all the family.

Billie-Jeans dance company had all four Ireland’s Got Talent judges out of their seat – come and see the company that did Cork proud!

DATES: SAT 26 MAY, 7.30PM

TICKETS: ADULTS €25 | CHILDREN €20

DATES: SUN 27 MAY, 1.30PM & 6PM

TICKETS: €21 | CONCESSION €18

CHASING THE DREAM

STAGE SCHOOL

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6 – 7

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THE GOOD FATHERWritten By Christian O’Reilly Directed By Aonghus Óg McAnally

RISE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

UNITED THEATRICAL PRESENTS

After the international success of Fight Night and The Games People Play, the multi award-winning Rise Productions returns with The Good Father, a touching story celebrating the triumph of hope. Winner of the Stewart Parker Award, this heartfelt, moving drama charts their journey of love, loss, and redemption.

New Year’s Eve. A chance encounter leads this unlikely couple to an unplanned pregnancy. Against all odds, can they make their newfound family a success?

The compelling story of one family’s century-long, award-winning musical journey; and you already know all the songs!

Three generations of Sherman song-writing is brought to life in this delightful show: from Tin Pan Alley songwriter Al Sherman— writer for artists including Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald— to the Oscar and Grammy Award winning Sherman Brothers (Mary Poppins, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Jungle Book, Winnie the Pooh) up to present day, with songs from Robert J. Sherman’s own musical Love Birds.

Catch this practically perfect family production celebrating 100 years of Sherman family music!

DATES: MON 28 – WED 30 MAY, 8PM

TICKETS: €20 | CONCESSION €18 | STUDENTS €9

AGE RECOMMENDATION: 16 + ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

DATES: THU 31 MAY & FRI 1 JUN, 8PM

TICKETS: €27 | FAMILY PASS €95 (4 TICKETS)

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MPI BANDS PRESENTS

Glen Theatre Drama Group takes to the Everyman stage once more this summer with It Runs in The Family!

This is a hilarious fast-moving comedy which is sure to have you on the edge of your seats in roars of laughter. “If you are going to tell a lie, tell a whopper,” yells Dr Mortimore as events begin to spin deliriously out of control.

David, married and about to present a major speech which can gain him promotion, can ill afford this distraction.

Irish folk legend: multi-instrumentalist, composer, songwriter, storyteller and actor Finbar Furey has left his mark on the music of Ireland for more than four decades. As the lead singer and uilleann pipes player for The Fureys, Finbar has always been at the forefront of musical change.

Fans can expect to be treated to Finbar’s rare talents as he brings pure Irish music and humour to the stage. At the age of 71, this supreme musician is not for slowing down – on the upcoming tour Finbar commented: “Too late to stop now!”

DATES: SAT 2 JUN, 8PM

TICKETS: €17

DATES: SUN 3 JUN, 8PM

TICKETS: €30

FINBAR FUREY

IT RUNS IN THE FAMILYBy Ray CooneyDirected by Tadhg O Keeffe

GLEN THEATRE DRAMA GROUP PRESENTS

SOLD OUT

AMATEUR DRAMA

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8 – 9

GRAFFITI/FIGHTING WORDS CORK PRESENTS

Six months ago, the Young Playwrights Programme brought together nine aspiring young writers to develop and hone script-writing skills, supported by professional playwright mentors John McCarthy and Katie Holly at Graffiti Theatre Company as part of Fighting Words Cork.

The project culminates in a presentation of their work as staged readings, involving professional actors and directors, at The Everyman for Cork Midsummer Festival, in association with the Landmark Productions and Everyman premiere of Asking for It. The process which these young people have engaged with was truly transformative, far more powerful than the simple assembly of words on pages.

YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS PROGRAMME

DATES: FRI 22 JUN, 2PM

TICKETS: FREE BUT TICKETED

AGE RECOMMENDATION: 12’S ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

“Through the Young Playwrights Programme, I have met the most creative genuine people. I hoped for friends and positive creative thinkers and I wasn’t disappointed.”

RÓISÍN

Funded through an Arts Council Open Call Award


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ASKING FOR ITby Louise O’Neilladapted by Meadhbh McHughin collaboration with Annabelle Comyn

LANDMARK PRODUCTIONS AND THE EVERYMAN IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE ABBEY THEATRE AND CORK MIDSUMMER FESTIVAL

CASTFrank Blake Venetia Bowe Lauren Coe Sean Doyle Kwaku Fortune Sile Maguire Charlie Maher Paul Mescal Frank McCusker Amy McElhatton Darragh Shannon Ali White

CREATIVE TEAMDirector Annabelle Comyn

Set Designer Paul O’Mahony

Costume Designer Niamh Lunny

Lighting Designer Sinéad McKenna

Sound Designer Philip Stewart

Video Designer Jack Phelan

Movement Director Sue Mythen

The world premiere stage adaptation of Louise O’Neill’s devastating novel shines an unflinching light on the experience of a young woman whose life is changed forever by a horrific act of violence.

One night in a small town in Co. Cork, where everyone knows everyone, things spiral terrifyingly out of control. What will happen now? – to Emma? To her family? To the others?

Co-commissioned by the Abbey Theatre

Funded through an Arts Council Open Call Award

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“a genuinely heartbreaking, sickening and truthful examination of society’s penchant for victim-blaming, its treatment of women and the concept of rape culture”

THE GUARDIAN

“try to be brave, grown-ups. O’Neill’s second novel may be scary, but it is riveting and essential. Teenagers will recognize its difficult truth and devour it – behind your backs, if need be”

THE NEW YORK TIMES

DATES: FRI 15 – SAT 23 JUNE (EXCL. SUN)

PREVIEWS: SAT 9, MON 11 – THU 14 JUNE, 7.30PM

TICKETS: €30 | CONCESSION €27 | STUDENTS €15 | PREVIEWS €22 | PREVIEW CONCESSION €15

AGE RECOMMENDATION: SUITABLE FOR AGE 16+


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WET PAINTWritten by and Starring Shane Casey Directed by Patrick Talbot

PATRICK TALBOT PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

Fresh from his acclaimed performance as Billy Murphy in the film and TV series The Young Offenders, Shane Casey returns to the stage in his own play: Wet Paint.

It’s 2005 – the country is booming –Jambons are at an alltime high at €2. That blind opera singer guy is coming to Cork and tickets are impossible to find. Tony has a fresh tan from the Canaries; Pa is wondering how Liverpool will get on in the Champion’s League and Barry’s got a secret. Sound familiar?

Inspired by his time as a painter decorator, Shane Casey’s very funny play depicts a day-in-the-life of two Cork painters and their boss during the Celtic Tiger era, when anything was possible-at least inside your head.

DATES: MON 25 – SAT 30 JUNE, 8PM

TICKETS: €27 | CONCESSION €25 | STUDENTS €9Generously supported by Pat McDonnell Paints

SUMMER SEASON 2018

12 – 13

GAITKRASH PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

KILLING STELLADirector-dramaturgical team Regina Crowley & Marie Kelly Starring Bernie Cronin (Actor) & Eimear Reidy (Cello)A show that challenges the boundaries of theatre, sound, image and choreography with a stellar text and cast. You will be amused, baffled, moved, disturbed - possibly all at the same time! - and guaranteed a show that will linger long after you’ve left the theatre.

Stella is dead, the funeral is over and alone at last, Anna has two days to make sense of the catastrophe that ensues when she takes the 19-year-old Stella into her home. Killing Stella is inspired by Marlen Haushofer’s compelling novella Wir töten Stella, an unflinching story of collusion in abuse, and the price of remaining silent.

DATES: THU 19 – SAT 21 JUL, 8PM


Written by Eoin & Cian O HannracháinDirected by Eoin O HannracháinExcitement, entertainment and mystery create an adventure for all the family – not to be missed! From Lantern Productions, the makers of Thomas Kent – 1916 Rebel comes the must-see event of the summer. A gripping performance of theatre, dance and music.

The Children of Lir are trapped in a curse as swans. The evil League of Minerva want to keep it that way. A young woman searches for the prophesied reincarnation of Fionn MacChumhaill to save the day in this new re-imagining of the classic Celtic Myth.

ERIN CONNOLLY AND THE CHILDREN OF LIR

DATES: TUE 3 – SUN 8 JULY, 7.30PM | MATINEES SAT 7 & SUN 8 JUL, 2.30PM

TICKETS: €20 | CONCESSION & STUDENTS €18 | FAMILY PASS €70 (4 TICKETS)

LANTERN PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

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THE LONESOME WESTBy Martin McDonaghDirected by Julie Kelleher

THE EVERYMAN PRESENTS

A brand-new production of this modern Irish classic. The third play in McDonagh’s smash hit Leenane Trilogy, The Lonesome West is that finest brand of black comedy that will make you laugh when you really shouldn’t. With explosive moments and the darkest humour, it tells the story of two feuding bachelor brothers and attempts to civilise them by the despairing local priest, and his devoted sidekick Girleen.

Following the success of Lovers (2015), Factory Girls (2016) and Dancing at Lughnasa (2017), The Everyman continues its tradition of producing top-quality theatre with McDonagh’s hit comedy.

CASTFr. Welsh Andrew Holden Valene John McCarthy Coleman Gus McDonagh Girleen Amy McElhatton

CREATIVE TEAMDirector Julie Kelleher Set & Costume Design Deirdre Dwyer Lighting Design Brian Mitchell Sound Design Chris Schmidt Martin

FR WELSH…Ye two are like a pair of fecking oul women, so ye are, arguing over fecking Taytos and stoves and figurines, is an arse-brained argument. But I do think that yere love is still there under all of that…

DATES: TUE 31 JULY – SAT 25 AUG, 7.30PM (EXCL. SUNDAY & MONDAYS)

TICKETS: €29 | CONCESSION €26 | STUDENTS €9 | OPENING WEEK €24 | STUDENTS €9

14 – 15

SUMMER SEASON 2018

"McDonagh’s style is not quite like anything else on earth. The characters are cartoon creatures who really die when someone fires a shotgun at their heads. They are sitcom people in desperate situations and horrific comedies."

FINTAN O’TOOLE, IRISH TIMES


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NATURAL BODY BUILDERS

A Celebration of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons

WAYNE WHELAN PRESENTS

Following on the success of 2017, The Everyman is delighted to welcome back the Natural Bodybuilding Federation of Ireland to our venue. This year promises to be the biggest and best yet for NBFI competitors with new classes and anticipated record entries.

The question now is who is ready to take to the stage in 2018 and fight for their right to be crowned the NBFI 2018 national champion and represent the NBFI on the International and World stage?!

Following a sold-out run at the Tivoli Theatre in Dublin, this fast-paced, energetic production returns for a nationwide tour. Putting their charismatic stamp on timeless classics such as Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Sherry, and Oh What A Night the boys take you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane and remind you exactly why The Four Seasons sold over 100 million records and earned themselves a place in the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! DATES: SAT 8 SEPT, 8PM

TICKETS: €25

FRANKIE’S GUYS

DATES: SAT 1 SEPT, 1PM

TICKETS: €22

16 – 17

SUMMER SEASON 2018

LOOKING DEADLY Starring Niamh McGrath and Keith SingletonA wedding is the craic, birthdays are grand but you can’t beat a good Irish funeral. Yeah it’s sad… but ya know what’ll help with that? Kind words, hang sangwiches, a glass of warm porter, milky tea and a fight over who thought more of the dearly departed.

Looking Deadly is the story of two rival funeral directors in small town Ireland. It’s a fun night out with a twist! A brilliant comedy with soul and brilliant performances from Niamh McGrath and Keith Singleton.

“A highly entertaining romp with quick-fire gags”

IRISH INDEPENDENT

The world’s most amazing ocean films, from both above and below the surface!

Calling all ocean lovers! The annual Ocean Film Festival is sweeping towards Cork with a brand new selection of the world’s most amazing ocean films, from both above and below the surface.

Brought to you by the team behind the Banff Film Festival UK Tour, this collection of short films celebrates divers, paddlers, surfers and oceanographers who live for the sea’s salt spray. Be wowed at the mind blowing marine life; exhilarated by the power of the waves, and inspired by the characters who dedicate their lives to answering the call of the ocean.

Visit www.oceanfilmfestival.co.uk for more.

DATES: TUE 11 – THU 13 SEPT, 8PM


DATES: FRI 14 SEPT, 7.30PM

TICKETS: €15 | CONCESSION €13 | EARLY BIRD €13 BEFORE 31 MAY

AGE RECOMMENDATION: 12A

OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL


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CAMILLA GRIEHSEL IN MAMASONGUESongs in the Mother Tongue

Directed by Andrew FlynnStarring Derbhle Crotty

COUGHLANS LIVE PROMOTIONS PRESENTS

DECADENT THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

Mamasongue is a celebration of songs from distant lands performed by Camilla Griehsel, one of Ireland’s most versatile and passionate singers. Camilla sings songs from around the world and just around the corner that transcend the constraints of culture, time and place.

Camilla Griehsel, born in Sweden, has over thirty years professional experience from pop recording artist to avant-garde opera, from traditional jazz to South American folk. For Mamasongue, Camilla is joined onstage by Musical Director Maurice Seezer, and a band of world-class musicians.

The Mai is an epic tale of three generations of a family inspired by love but shattered by inescapable reality. It is both wildly funny and humorously tragic.

The play centres on a formidable forty-year-old woman, a teacher known as The Mai, whose husband Robert, a musician, has always felt stifled by her ideals of perfection and leaves her. The play opens in this world on the day of Robert’s return after an absence of four years.

THE MAI


TICKETS: €23

DATES: TUE 18 – THU 20 SEPT, 8PM


18 – 19

SUMMER SEASON 2018

ASSISTED SOLOIn partnership with Project Arts Centre & in association with The Everyman

By Jacques OffenbachDirected By Tom Creed

COMPANY PHILIP CONNAUGHTON PRESENTS

PRESENTED BY IRISH NATIONAL OPERA

“Sometimes it seems easier to live a life than watch it being lived. Different situations require different survival mechanisms but the strongest we’ve ever felt is when we’re dancing”.

Assisted Solo is about three people using each other or whatever else they can to make their own perfect dance and laugh in the face of what life throws at them. Philip Connaughton, is joined onstage by long-time collaborator Lucia Kickham and acclaimed French dance artist Magali Caillet (Musée de la Dance; Philippe Decouflé Company DCA). Together they are accompanied by their memories and hopes in this raw allegory of life which will make you laugh, cry and dance in your seats.

Starring Julian Hubbard, Claudia Boyle, Gemma Ní Bhriain, John Molloy, Andrew Gavin, Brendan Collins, Carolyn Holt, Fearghal Curtis, Kevin Neville, Peter O’Reilly, Cormac Lawlor, Robert McAllister Irish National Opera Chorus & Ensemble.

Offenbach was dubbed “the Mozart of the Champs Élysées” by Rossini. His lyrical, effervescent final opera, left unfinished at his death, with its plot of strange, outrageous loves, an ever-present evil genius, not to mention the famous Barcarolle (borrowed from an earlier work) and an aria for a wind-up mechanical doll, is a treasure-trove for an imaginative director.

THE TALES OF HOFFMANN



AGE RECOMMENDATION: 18+

RUNNING TIME: 70 MINS

SUNG IN FRENCH WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES

DATES: TUE 25 SEPT, 8PM




TICKETS: €22

DATES: WED 26 – FRI 28


AGE RECOMMENDATION: 16+ ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

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THE COLLECTORDirected by Killian CollinsStarring Andrew Holden and Paula Weldon

A Line of O’Kane

GROUNDFLOOR THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

A story of possession, obsession and love…..

The Collector is a novel by John Fowles which has been adapted for the stage by Mark Healy. The play tells the story of Frederick Clegg, a socially awkward man who collects butterflies. Frederick becomes infatuated with the beautiful, unapproachable art student Miranda Grey and no longer content to watch from afar, he does the unthinkable and resorts to “collecting” her....

Directed by Killian Collins, this gripping piece of theatre features actors Andrew Holden and Paula Weldon and has been receiving rave reviews at numerous venues around the country.

Deirdre has really hit her stride; footloose from a glittering turn on Dancing with the Stars and revelling in her return to stand-up, don’t miss Deirdre at her hilarious best in a straight-talking look at twelve frantic months in the life of this tango-tripping, family-minding, telly-making, house-moving, comedy dynamo.

“Unique star quality”

THE GUARDIAN

DEIRDRE O’KANE

20 – 21

SUMMER SEASON 2018

Written by John Sheehy with contribution from Sonia O’Sullivan Directed by Aoife Spillane-Hinks Starring Cora Fenton

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Sonia is a play celebrating one of Cork’s greatest living legends, Olympic and World Champion runner, Sonia O’Sullivan. The play features dramatic visuals and an intense physical performance from Cora Fenton.

A show that relives the heroics and heartache of Sonia O’Sullivan’s sporting career. A woman that captured the spirit of the nation! This is a rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of the highly competitive and unforgiving world of athletics. All Sonia ever wanted was to run the perfect race. How much would you sacrifice to be the best?

SONIA

DATES: MON 1 – FRI 5 OCT, 7.30PM


Kindly supported by Ballyhoura Development CLG Cork City Council Limerick City & County Council

CALLBACK THEATRE IN ASSOCIATION WITH FRIARS’ GATE THEATRE PRESENT


DATES: SUN 7 OCT, 7.30PM

TICKETS: €25

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DATES: SAT 6 OCT, 8PM


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COLIN MURPHY: THE BALD AMBITION TOUR 201825 years ago a young man had a dream. And hope. And hair. He is still hanging on to all three… just about.

Best known for his TV appearances on the award winning Blame Game, Murphy and O’Kane Do Le Football, The Panel, and The Blizzard of Odd, Colin has performed his stand-up all over the world from Montreal to Melbourne, Beijing to Ballybofey.

They called him “Gentleman Jim”. Who can forget Jim Reeves’ warm velvet voice and those heart-breaking songs?

“I love you because” traces the intimate story of Jim Reeves, from his early days as a rising baseball star to the smooth-voiced singer who brought country music into the pop charts and sold millions of records all around the world.

Featuring “I won’t forget you”, “Four Walls” “He’ll have to go”, “I love you because”, “Distant Drums”, The Everyman Sunday Songbook brings you another unforgettable evening of nostalgia and bitter-sweet memories, starring Linda Kenny, Damian Smith and Declan Ryan. This one you simply cannot miss!

THE EVERYMAN SUNDAY SONGBOOK

22 – 23

SUMMER SEASON 2018

THE NIGHTINGALE & THE ROSE

THE EVERYMAN AND JOHN O’BRIEN PRESENT THE WORLD PREMIERE OF

From the short story by Oscar WildeMusic by John O’BrienLibretto by John O’Brien and Éadaoin O’Donoghue

The Nightingale and the Rose is a tale of love, art, radical transformation and extraordinary sacrifice. We are enormously proud to present the world premiere of this brand new opera by John O’Brien, inspired by Oscar Wilde’s timeless story.

A highly inventive new work, this opera features singers, musician-actors, dancers and actors. It is brought to you by the critically and popularly acclaimed team of Faust, Der Vampyr, Orpheus and the award-winning Pagliacci. An extraordinary chance to celebrate the richness and depth of musical talent in Cork.

‘eagerly anticipated’

DECLAN TOWNSEND, IRISH EXAMINER

DATES: SAT 13 – SAT 20 OCT, 8PM (EXCL. MON 15 & THU 18 OCT)

TICKETS: €35 | €27 | €17


DATES: THU 18 OCT, 8PM

TICKETS: €25 | CONCESSION €20 | VIP €50

DATES: MON 22 – WED 24 OCT, 8PM


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A NIGHT ON THE TOWN

By James JoyceDirected by Ronan Phelan

DENIS EIVERS IN ASSOCIATION WITH CCMS AND RSVP PRESENTS

ROUGH MAGIC THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

A Night on the Town is variety show with a unique sense of humour. This delightful uplifting story is told through musical theatre style performances, and a variety of theatrical entertainments.

Our unwitting hero enters the audition stage to discover, as the applause begins and the lights go up, that this is in fact a show. The tickets have been sold and the audience is waiting!

Rough Magic presents a world premiere - Arthur Riordan’s vibrant stage adaptation of James Joyce's seminal novel, brought to life by a dynamic new creative ensemble of actors and designers under Ronan Phelan’s direction.

Written during the political and artistic explosion of the early twentieth century, this is Joyce’s manifesto; the dazzling debut of Ireland’s epic re-inventor and architect of the English language.

A PORTRAIT OF THE ARTIST AS A YOUNG MAN

SUMMER SEASON 2018

24 – 25

DATES: FRI 26 – SUN 28 OCT

WWW.GUINNESSJAZZFESTIVAL.COM

DATES: THU 25 OCT, 8PM

TICKETS: €20

MICHAEL HARDINGON TUESDAY I’M A BUDDISTJoin best-selling writer and raconteur Michael Harding for one night only as he brings On Tuesdays I’m a Buddhist to The Everyman. An evening of delight as he reads from his latest memoir, ruminates on the difference between psychotherapy and religion, and relates the story of his pilgrimage to Skellig Michael, in his ongoing search for meaning.

“Harding’s latest attempt to find meaning in life is searingly honest, funny and self-deprecating”

THE IRISH TIMES

The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival is set to wow audiences this year in its 41st edition running from Thursday 25th to Sunday 28th October 2018. Cork City will be bursting with countless performances from the best of jazz artists from all around the world.

The Everyman will once again play host to some of the finest jazz musicians over the course of the weekend, including Billy Cobham, Nnenna Freelon, T.S. Monk, Billy Childs, Fred Hersch, Pablo Ziegler and Donny McCaslin with more to be announced in the coming weeks.

This year’s Festival has begun a renaissance of jazz in Cork and the island of Ireland, resulting in Cork being the epicentre of all things Jazz.

GUINNESS CORK JAZZ FESTIVAL


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DATES: €25

TICKETS: SUN 4 NOV, 7.30PM

AGE RECOMMENDATION: 12’S ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

DATES: THU 1 – SAT 3 NOV, 7:30PM SAT MATINEE – 2.30PM


LEGALLY BLONDEMONFORT COLLEGE OF PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS

THE CORK ARTISTES VARIETY SHOW

IRISH LEGENDS PRESENT

Welcome back to the golden days of Cork entertainment when good old fashioned humour along with classic music were the order of the day. Well, this is what you’re going to get! Headlining the nights are the wonderful Cork Tenors featuring Terry McCarthy, Dan Twomey and the gorgeous Lorraine Manley. We also have a comedian of fame, Frank Twomey, who have have you splitting your sides with laughter.

Special guests on the night are the Donal Ring Ceili Band, who are now 60 years in the business. Wow! What an achievement. I’m sure Donal Ring Jnr and Terry Mac will do a few songs on the night. Be sure not to miss out on some of Cork’s finest talent!

OMG, like, you totally have to see Legally Blonde the Musical! Get your pink on and join us for this all singing, all dancing, feel-good musical comedy that is so much fun it shouldn’t be legal!

College sweetheart and homecoming queen Elle Woods, doesn’t take no for an answer. When her boyfriend dumps her for someone more serious, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books and heads for Harvard Law School. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. Legally Blonde earned seven Tony nominations and 10 Drama Desk Award nominations during its Broadway run.

STAGE SCHOOL

SUMMER SEASON 2018

26 – 27

DATES: FRI 9 – SUN 18 NOV

WWW.CORKFILMFEST.ORG

Join us for a celebration of the best international and Irish cinema, showcasing award-winning features, documentaries, shorts and special events.

A richly diverse programme of the very best Irish, independent, and international cinema, carefully curated to excite, engage and entertain audiences of all ages.

Visit corkfilmfest.org and follow us on #corkfilmfest for programme announcements.

63RD CORK FILM FESTIVAL

DATES: TUE 6 – FRI 9 NOV, 9.45AM & 1PM

TICKETS: €15 |€14 LIMITED | TEACHERS FREE 021 235 5356 [email protected]

CYCLONE REP PRESENTS

Abridged versions of Shakespeare’s texts: The Macbeth Session, The Hamlet Session, The Merchant Session and The Romeo & Juliet Session. Cyclone Rep bridges the gap in student understanding of themes using humour, discussion and audience participation.

“I've been teaching twenty years, and I have never seen a better student friendly play. Genius.”

KIERAN DOYLE, CORK TEACHER, REVIEWING THE MERCHANT SESSION

SHAKESPEARE SESSIONS

DATES: TUE 13 & WED 14 NOV, 8PM

TICKETS: TICKETS €20 | CONCESSION €18 |STUDENTS €9

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SOLDIER STILLJUNK ENSEMBLE PRESENTS

Following a stellar run at Dublin Fringe Festival 2017, Junk Ensemble takes to The Everyman stage with its powerful work Soldier Still.

A stirring, multi-disciplinary piece of dance theatre as important as it is sublime. With raw power and palpable elegance, Soldier Still addresses violence and how the military refashions men and women into killers against their natural instincts. This is Junk Ensemble’s most visually focused work to date, delivered with the coldness and immediacy of a report.

THE IRISH TIMES

THE ARTS REVIEW

YEARS

LINKING IRELAND AND FRANCE FOR

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For one wanting a better way to France or Spain

NEW ROUTE TO

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For your next holiday, choose our award-winning sailings from Cork to Roscoff and discover:

✓ Cruise-style comfort and fl agship service

✓ Pool, spa room, fine dining, hundreds of well-appointed cabins

✓ Cinema, shops, free Wi-Fi and plenty to keep the kids occupied

✓ Convenient weekend sailings - late afternoon departures and early morning arrivals

Or why not try our NEW no-frills économie service:

✓ Twice-weekly from Cork to Santander in northern Spain plus a midweek sailing to Roscoff

YEARS

LINKING IRELAND AND FRANCE FOR

40

For one wanting a better way to France or Spain

NEW ROUTE TO

SPAIN

Visit brittanyferries.ie or call 021 427 7801

For your next holiday, choose our award-winning sailings from Cork to Roscoff and discover:

✓ Cruise-style comfort and fl agship service

✓ Pool, spa room, fine dining, hundreds of well-appointed cabins

✓ Cinema, shops, free Wi-Fi and plenty to keep the kids occupied

✓ Convenient weekend sailings - late afternoon departures and early morning arrivals

Or why not try our NEW no-frills économie service:

✓ Twice-weekly from Cork to Santander in northern Spain plus a midweek sailing to Roscoff

28 – 29

DATES: SUN 9 DEC, 7.30PM

TICKETS: €27

DATES: FRI 23 NOV, 8PM

TICKETS: €20

AGE RECOMMENDATION: 16+ ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT

SUMMER SEASON 2018

THE DANGEROUS WOMEN TOUR

DIRTBIRDS PRESENTS

EVERYMAN SUNDAY SONGBOOK

Dirtbirds are back with their brand new show The Dangerous Irish Women Tour. This rip roaring two hours of comedy gold is a unique blend of hilarious sketch comedy and stand up. Brand new characters take to the stage along with some of the well-known favourites. Don’t miss this side-splitting show from the queens of sketch comedy.

“Their comedy is based on observing normal-life situations and turning them into very intelligent quips, sketches and stories.”

THE INDEPENDENT

Join our Sunday Songbook team as they celebrate an incredible 15th Christmas season and pay homage to Ole Blue Eyes himself, Frank Sinatra. From his early beginnings as a swing singer to the heady heights of the Rat Pack and Hollywood, Sinatra never failed to impress with his honey-coated voice, boyish good lucks and unfailing confidence.

Alf McCarthy (MC), Linda Kenny, Damian Smith, our Sunday Songbook band (MD Alan Carney) & special guests treat us to classics New York, New York, My Way, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Mack the Knife, Let it Snow & much much more. Written & directed by Cathal MacCabe.

THE EVERYMAN SUNDAY SONGBOOK


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SUMMER SEASON 2018

30 – 31

CINDERELLADirected by Catherine Mahon-BuckleyCork's favourite panto is back - oh yes it is!!

When you think of a glass slipper, a pumpkin-carriage, ugly sisters and a handsome prince – what have you got? This year’s panto, Cinderella.

Who shall go to the ball? It’s you! Come and join us for Cinderella starring the same crazy gang as last year’s sold out Christmas panto, Beauty and The Beast!

Jam-packed with panto fun, we bring this magical story to life! Cinderella gets a re-boot but our Panto will be for all generations of panto lovers – old and new.

At The Everyman the panto is for Everyone!

Bringing a group? Talk to our team on 083 887 4735 or [email protected]

DATES: SAT 1 DEC – SUN 13 JAN

TICKETS: €28 | FAMILY PASS €100 (4 TICKETS) | WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY €20 (5, 12 & 19 DEC)

THE EVERYMAN AND CADA PRESENT

SUMMER SEASON 2018

32 – 33

DATES: MON 31 DEC, DOORS 9PMTICKETS: €30

DATES: SUN 16 DEC, 8PM TICKETS: €25

JOHN SPILLANE

New Year’s Eve Extravaganza

Don’t miss John's annual Christmas gig! This will be a very special night as it will be the 21st year in a row that John has played our beautiful venue on the Sunday before Christmas.

"Years of music and singing, song writing and friendship, poetry and song and in those years I have witnessed a gorgeous restoration of this magnificent playhouse. It has been a blast. I will be joined by a special cast of mystery guests and sing my heart out for you all. Thanks very much everyone! Thank you Everyman! Well done everyone! Well done."

Our national treasure, the great Jack Lukeman, returns to our stage by popular demand, when he brings his Big Band, his great music and a knock-out show, to ring in the New Year!

Released in January 2017, his album “Magic Days” is his first self-penned one in 5 years. The album has been RTE’s Album of the month and is still top of the play list there.

“His best ever Album”

HOT PRESSRing in the New Year in style - the best perfect Christmas gift!

JACK LUKEMAN

Looking Forward to Another Amazing Summer Line-up,

from your Friends across the Street

+353 21 4500011 | hotelisaacscork.com

THE EVERYMAN BAR

Our refurbished bar is the perfect place to catch up with family and friends before, during and after the show. Our new warm and inviting space offers a place of comfort and conversation and is open every performance night at 7pm.

Did you know that we can take your order for interval drinks before the show? There is no need to rush at the break and don’t fret if you don’t finish your drink in time for the second half, our friendly staff can look after it until the show is over.

Don’t forget that we remain open after every performance. Take a seat and you might just meet and chat to the director, actors and creative teams involved in the show you have just seen - the perfect ending to your night out.

A HIVE OF CATCH UPS, COMMUNITY AND CONVERSATION

Looking Forward to Another Amazing Summer Line-up,

from your Friends across the Street

+353 21 4500011 | hotelisaacscork.com

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SUPPORT GREAT THEATRESUPPORT USThe Everyman is a not for profit organisation with over 90% of our income being self-generated.

We rely on your support to continue to present and produce great theatre, to support local writers, actors and theatre makers and to maintain our beautiful, listed auditorium and historic building.

Our unique relationship with our supporters is of huge importance to us. Speak with us today to find out how you can be part of the story.

BECOME A FRIEND DONATEBECOME A CORPORATE MEMBERSPONSOR A PRODUCTIONSPONSOR A SEATHIRE OUR VENUEThank You to all our existing supporters, patrons and friends for your continued support.

For further information please contact Anna Marie Coughlan, Partnerships and Fundraising Manager [email protected] 021 4557822

Charity Number: 20150952


THE EVERYMAN

MAYTue 15 – Sat 19 Minding Frankie €27 | €25 | €9

Sun 20 Lioness: Amy Winehouse Tribute €26

Mon 21 – Fri 25 Shout! The Mod Musical €26 | €23 | €9

Sat 26 Alan Foley: Dance Offering 2018 €25 | €20

Sun 27 Billie-Jeans Dance Company €21 | €18

Mon 28 – Wed 30 The Good Father €20 | €18 | €9

JUNThu 31 May & Fri 01 A Spoonful Of Sherman €27 | 4 For €95

Sat 02 It Runs in The Family €17

Sun 03 Finbar Furey €30

Sat 09 – Sat 23 Asking For It €30 | €27 | €15 Previews €22 | €15

Fri 22 Young Playwrights Programme Tickets Free

Mon 25 – Sat 30 Wet Paint With Shane Casey €27 | €25 | €9

JULTue 03 – Sun 08 Erin Connolly And The Children Of Lir €20 | €18 4 For €70

Thu 19 – Sat 21 Killing Stella €20 | €18 | €9

AUGTue 31 Jul – Sat 25 The Lonesome West €29 | €26 | €9 Opening Week €24 | €9

SEPSat 01 Natural Body Builders €22

Sat 08 Frankie’s Guys €25

Tue 11 – Thu 13 Looking Deadly €20 | €18 | €9

Fri 14 Ocean Film Festival €15 | €13 Limited Early Bird

Sat 15 Camilla Griehsel €23

Tue 18 – Thu 20 The Mai €27 | €25 | €9

Sat 22 Assisted Solo €20 | €18 | €9

Tue 25 The Tales Of Hoffmann €30 | €27

Wed 26 – Fri 28 The Collector €20 | €18 | €9

Sat 29 Deirdre O’Kane €22

OCTMon 01 – Fri 05 Sonia €27 | €25 | €9

Sat 06 Colin Murphy €22 | €20

Sun 07 The Everyman Sunday Songbook €25

Sat 13 – Sat 20 The Nightingale And The Rose €35 | €27 | €17

Thu 18 A Night On The Town €25 | €20 VIP Tickets €50

Mon 22 – Wed 24 A Portrait Of The Artist As A Young Man €27 | €25 | €9

Thu 25 An Evening With Michael Harding €20

Fri 26 – Sun 28 Guinness Cork Jazz Festival guinnessjazzfestival.com

NOVThu 01 – Sat 03Legally Blonde€22 | €20

Sun 04 Cork Artistes Variety Show €25

Tue 06 – Fri 09 Cyclone Rep €15 | €14 (limited) Teachers Free

Fri 09 – Sun 18 Cork Film Festival corkfilmfest.org

Tue 13 & Wed 14Soldier Still€20 | €18 | €9

Fri 23 Dirtbirds €20

DECSat 01 – Sun 13 Jan Cinderella Tickets from €20

Sun 09 The Everyman Sunday Songbook €27

Sun 16 John Spillane €25

Mon 31 Jack L €30

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