Visual Art
VISUAL ART
Following his headline performance at the Johnstown Jazz Festival this summer, drummer and educator Kevin Lawlor revisits a one off fusion project from 2016 with a new lineup of musicians. Cluster Funk will perform jazz and groove music by artists including Thundercat, Mark Guliana, Erykah Badu, Jorja Smith, Terrace Blanchard, Wayne Shorter and more...
Freddie White is a masterful guitar player, singer-songwriter and interpreter of songs who has captivated audiences in Ireland and beyond with his emotive performances
The Devil’s Spine Band featuring Honor Heffernan and Trevor Knight.
Ora Quartet: presented by the National String Quartet Foundation
MARKING INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY MARCH 8th
IN COOPERATION WITH FINDING A VOICE FESTIVAL
Elizabeth Maconchy - Quartet No.3 [1938]
Caroline Shaw - Blueprint [2016]
Ailbhe McDonagh - Lore Quartet [2023]
Florence Price - Quartet in A minor [1935]
Music Network’s 2025 spring season comes to a thrilling close with the outstanding saxophonist Emma Rawicz performing with here an exceptional quartet featuring Elliot Galvin on (piano), Kevin Glasgow (Bass) and Asaf Sirkis (drums).Described by Jamie Cullum as"an astonishing talent" and praised by BBC3 as “the name on everyone’s lips right now,”
At War With Mercy is a collaborative work between the late Canadian songwriter and poet Leonard Cohen and the writers John MacKenna and Angela Keogh
From Anne Gildea, the woman who taught you How to Get The Menopause and Enjoy It, comes a brand new show: Further Adventures in WOMANING. And what an hilarious adventure it’s going to be!
Our comedy hero is back on the road with a brand new epic standup show!
Al’s brand new show ALGORITHM packs out the laughs with his unique brand of exciting, energetic and fun loving comedy! ★★★★ “Gloriously upbeat…irrepressible stand up storytelling” (Chortle) ★★★★ “Dazzling… Brilliant and very funny!” (The Scotsman) Book now for a side splitting show from one of Ireland’s very few Perrier Award nominated comics!
The Courthouse Outreach/Educational Arts Programme reaches out and engages with people of all ages and ability. The Outreach & Education Programme works with schools, youth services, adults, and disability groups to build links across generations that otherwise would not have access to or engage with the Arts. The Courthouse believes that by placing emphasis on creating a culturally diverse and inclusive Programme we build much needed social capital and strengthen the link between the Arts and the Community.
7.30pm to 9.30pm
Free class (donations welcome)
1st Tuesday of every month
Discover, Experience, Transform. Join this class to relax, sit comfortably and learn techniques to reduce stress, increase happiness, enhance focus and achieve calmness
Facilitator: Ann Keary
11am to 12.30pm
€5
Wednesday, Weekly
The women’s choir returns to The Courthouse Arts Centre 18th September. New members welcome.
Facilitator: Ann Keary
7.30pm
1st Thursday every month
The writer’s group meets once a month in The Green Room at The Courthouse Arts Centre to exchange ideas and skills.
New members welcome
2nd and 4th Thursday every month from September 22nd 2022
7.30pm to 10.00pm
Toastmasters International teaches public speaking and leaderships skills. It has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders.
New members welcome
7.30pm – 9.30pm
FREE
3rd Monday every month
ICA returns 16th September. It brings women together in fellowship and through co-operative effort, to develop and improve the standard of rural and urban life having regard for our Irish culture and to encourage the use of the Irish language in the affairs of Bantracht na Tuaithe.
Friday 10am – 1pm
€15 drop in
€50 for 4 classes
Adult art returns 13th September, if you are interested in taking up art, going back to art why not come along and develop your skills, practise and meet new people. New members welcome
Facilitator: Tina Mouritzen
The Education and Outreach Programme at the Courthouse is always changing due to the needs of the community. For up to date events, days and times please email the Education and Outreach Officer.