January
February
March
April
May
The Ardhowen
F e r m a n a g h ’s T h e a t r e
Free Programme
free zone
Thursday 12 to Sunday 15 January 8pm
Tuesday 17 to Saturday 21 January 8pm
Matinees Saturday 14, Sunday 15 and Saturday 21 January 3pm
£13.00, concession £11.00
Friday 6 January 8pm
All seats £18.00
JMG Music Group presents
The Pure Country Show
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One magical night of ‘Pure Country’ music, featuring
Mick Flavin, Stephen Smyth, Eamon McCann, Matt
Leavy and Anthony McBrien. They will each perform
their biggest hit songs covering well known classics
from legends Merle Haggard, George Jones and
Johnny Cash in the company of a fantastic live 5 piece
band.
Lakeland Players presents
Cinderella
Saturday 7 January 9pm
Gallery Bar £10.00
The 4 Of Us
They’re back, by popular demand!
The musical career of Newry-born
brothers Brendan and Declan
Murphy, spans more than two
decades. They shot to early fame
with their debut album ‘Songs For
The Tempted’, which featured the
massive hits ‘Mary’ and ‘Drag My
Bad Name Down’.
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Lakeland Players return to The Ardhowen
for their 30th production with the biggest
and the best pantomime of them all,
‘Cinderella’!
Poor Cinderella longs to go to the ball
and meet her Prince Charming but the
ugly sisters have made sure that things
won’t go according to plan.
Time for her fairy Godmother to step in
and with the help of a pumpkin and some
white mice her adventure begins.
With Buttons on hand to keep an eye
on Cinders will she meet her prince?
Or will the ugly sisters and her wicked
stepmother spoil her fun? Will Baron
Hardupp stop the brokers men from
taking everything he owns? Will they all
live happily ever after? Time will tell....
Please note: ‘Babe in Arms’ tickets
available for the matinee performances
upon request from the Box Office.
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Thursday 26 January 8pm
All seats £22.00
Joe Gallagher Entertainments presents
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Bagatelle ‘One For The Road’ Tour
This is set to be an emotional trip for the rock group from Dublin,
who first formed in 1978.
Liam Reilly and the band take to the stage and play all the favourites
including ‘Second Violin’, ‘Summer in Dublin’, ‘Leeson Street Lady’
and many more of the songs that helped this band to be a house
hold name in Ireland, UK, Europe and USA.
Fellow Irish musician Bono has commented on the impact that
Bagatelle had on U2 in the early days of their career.
Bagatelle has shared stages with artists such as Bob Marley, Don
McLean, Jose Feliciano and many more. They have had albums
produced by Phil Coulter and the late Gus Dudgeon, who produced
for David Bowie and Elton John.
The audience can expect a hugely entertaining and memorable
night.
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Friday, Saturday 27, 28 January 8pm
All seats £18.00
Friday 3 February 9pm
Gallery Bar £10.00
Saturday 4 February 8pm
All seats £20.00
David Meade – Seeing
Is Deceiving H
Sidewalk Boogie
The Lisa Richards Agency presents
Brand new show for 2017! After last year’s
record breaking sell out show, TV’s Million
Dollar Mind Reader is back on stage with a
show that is as hilarious as it is amazing.
In a ground breaking show that will leave
you scratching your head, for the first time
ever he’ll be lifting the lid on how he does
what he does and teaching some of his
secrets. Tickets make the perfect gift so
book yours now!!
Sidewalk Boogie, make a return visit after their recent
outstanding sell out performance.
The band perform a discerning repertoire of classic
Chicago blues and rhythm and blues, as well as
blending the blues with jazz, rock, ska and New Orleans
funk to great effect.
Formed in Fermanagh in 2009 Ronan McManus, vocals
and bass; joined Des Campbell, drums; Cris Gill, guitar
the band now includes Maurice Collins, guitar and
vocals.
Ronan, Des and Maurice have all performed locally
(and beyond) for several decades with a rich diversity
of genres; Cris Gill now resides in County Fermanagh
after many years in London performing with a range of
artists including The Selecter and the legendary Blues
musician John Mayall.
Neil Delamere –
‘Handstand’ Tour
Following sold out shows last year, the master
of mirth is back with his own unique brand
of irreverent humour.
2016 was another busy
year for the perennially
popular star of BBC’s
‘The Blame Game’.
With that, a science
comedy series for RTE2
and his radio show on
Today FM under his
belt, now he is back
to where it all started,
talking to strangers in
rooms for money.
Please note:
recommended for age
16+ years as some
people may find the
content offensive.
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Sunday 5 February 3pm
£15.00, u25 £10.00
Thursday, Friday 9, 10 February 8pm
Music in Fermanagh presents
The Vanbrugh String
Quartet
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On this last visit to Northern Ireland before
they disband, this much-loved ensemble, the
longest-established string quartet in Ireland,
will be joined by cellist Bill Butt to play one
of the most profound and majestic pieces
of music ever written, the Great C Major
Quintet by Schubert. Other pieces will include
Barber’s Adagio.
Members of the Quartet will give a short
introductory talk to each work, showing
how it relates to the composer’s
personal and musical development.
The concert will be the end of an era,
a bitter-sweet mixture of sublime music
and farewell. Join your fellow members
of the Fermanagh Family for this
historic afternoon.
All seats £22.00
Michael Magill Entertainments presents
Joe McCadden Management presents
Derek Ryan
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Derek is well ahead of his dream now
celebrating his fifth year on the road and
has gained a huge following up and down
the country.
Not only is Derek a star in the Emerald Isle,
he also has a huge fan base in the UK,
where he often tours. Even in Australia,
where Derek and the band travelled to for
their first international tour – which was a
huge success.
Having been named ‘Entertainer of the Year’
by The Sunday World and ‘Songwriter of
the Year’ at the RTE Country Music Awards,
he’s now back with his 2017 tour performing
his much loved hit singles. We can assure
you this is one night you do not want to
miss!
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Saturday 11 February 8pm
All seats £23.50
The Fureys
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For over 39 years, Ireland’s legends, The Fureys have been
selling out concerts worldwide.
Renowned for their hit songs ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You Were
Sweet Sixteen’, ‘The Green Fields Of France’, ‘The Old Man’,
‘Red Rose Café’, ‘From Clare To Here’, ‘Her Father Didn’t Like
Me Anyway’, ‘Leaving
Nancy’, ‘Steal Away’
and many more, plus
songs from their new CD
‘The Times They Are A
Changing’.
Don’t miss an amazing
night of music that is
well worth seeing. If
you haven’t seen them
before, you’re in for a
real treat; if you have,
you’ll enjoy them all the
more.
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Thursday, Friday, Saturday
16, 17, 18 February 8pm
All seats £12.00
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Wednesday 22 February 8pm
All seats £22.50
Enniskillen Amateur Dramatic
Society presents
‘It’s A Funny Old World’
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Steel Magnolias
By Robert Harling
Directed by Leah Robinson
It’s a funny old world when seen through the
eyes of Brendan Grace.
Following the success of ‘The Field’, Enniskillen
Amateur Dramatic Society returns with ‘Steel
Magnolias’, as the title suggests, six remarkable
women are as delicate as magnolias but tough as
steel!
His latest show features old favourites from
his vast repertoire. The sanctimonious priest
who knows more than he’s telling. Then there’s
the schoolboy with the unspeakable personal
habits and a fine line in sympathy pleas.
Brendan Grace is all of these and more.
Truvy’s beauty salon sets the scene where the women
of Chinquapin parish regularly gather.
Despite their differences, beautiful and impulsive
Shelby, her strong-willed mother, M’Lynn, beauty
parlour owner Truvy, elegant wealthy widow, Clairee,
sharp-tongued Ouiser and mousey newcomer
assistant Annelle, enjoy friendship that spans the
boundaries of age and status. Sharing each other’s
strength and loyalty while surviving the cycles of life,
birth and death to emerge stronger, closer and still
laughing.
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Tom Kelly Promotions presents
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His material owes more to the best of the
traditional stand-up-comics than it does to
modern alternative humour and this is very
much a show for all the family.
Thursday 23 February 8pm
All seats £25.00
David Hull Promotions presents
Frances Black And Kieran Goss –
‘Reunion’ Tour
Following the success of their
Grand Opera House, Belfast shows
Frances Black and Kieran Goss have
announced details for their Reunion
Tour in 2017 and we are proud to
announce that one of those shows will
be in The Ardhowen Theatre.
together. In the intervening years both
artists have enjoyed huge international
success in their respective solo
careers, but it was the inspired pairing
of these unique talents as a duo in
the early ’90s that first caught the
imagination of the Irish public.
It’s been over 20 years since Frances
Black and Kieran Goss last toured
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Friday 24 February 8pm
All seats £14.00
Country Ladies Of The
Moment
Saturday 25 February 7.30pm
£15.00, concession £14.00, u14 £7.00
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For the first time at The Ardhowen, this live show
featuring our Country Boys Band and the most exciting
new female Country vocalists on the Irish and UK circuit
including Kathy Crinion, Lauren McCrory, Angela Reid
and Angelline.
The girls have put together a wonderful live show
featuring a mix of American and Irish classics. This show,
which showcases their exceptional talent, will take you
on a musical journey before sending you home wanting
more. In their own right the girls from all over the country
are stunningly talented vocalists and entertainers.
It’s exciting, vibrant and a new musical experience with a
great night guaranteed.
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Ulster Orchestra The Great Symphonies:
Beethoven’s Pastoral
Rafael Payare - Conductor
Programme to include: Beethoven Symphony
No.6 Pastoral
Join the Ulster Orchestra and its sensational
young Music Director, Rafael Payare, in a
concert that celebrates its fifty years as Northern
Ireland’s world-class symphony orchestra and
that will evoke, ‘the awakening of happy feelings
on arriving in the countryside.’
This concert is part of the
Orchestra’s ‘On Your Doorstep’
year-long musical journey around
Northern Ireland, performing fifty
times across the region in its fiftieth
year.
Supported by JTI.
In his uplifting Pastoral Symphony (the best ever
written, according to many), Beethoven takes
delight in painting a musical picture of rustic
rural life and the fresh air of nature. But this is a
countryside not unlike our own, coming complete
with a massive rainstorm and a collection of
locals making merry…
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Friday 3 March – Saturday 11 March 8pm nightly
£12.00, concession £9.00
Special Season Ticket (covering all 9 productions)
£45.00
Special 4 Productions Ticket - £20 (Dates must be
chosen at time of purchase)
37th Enniskillen Annual
Drama Festival
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Adjudicator- Michael Poynor GoDA
Enniskillen Drama Festival is an integral part of the
cultural and creative identity of Fermanagh.
Come along and experience the thrill of live theatre.
Join our celebration of performance. This is a perfect
opportunity for the local audience to get exposure to
good quality, challenging and entertaining theatre. Join
us for one night, four nights or all nine nights if you can
make it!
Compare your own judgements with the insights given by
our nightly adjudications.
The winning group will take a giant step towards
reaching their dream of the Ulster and All-Ireland Finals
as well as taking home the coveted Blue Riband Award.
Last year, the winners of both Open and Confined
categories went on to Ulster and All-Ireland success.
With a mix of comedy, tragedy, classical pieces and new
original writing, there will be something for everyone at
Enniskillen Drama Festival!
This project is part funded by Fermanagh and Omagh
District Council.
The Festival is part of the fabric of the community of
Fermanagh and now in its 37th year, we are proud to
welcome productions from across the country to take
part in our celebration of high calibre, accessible and
affordable theatre.
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Thursday 16 March 8pm
All seats £20.00
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Isla Grant’ – ‘All The Hits
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Scotland’s most popular singer-songwriter Isla Grant
makes a welcome return visit to Ireland after an
absence of two years. Isla is now established in Ireland,
Australia, the UK and America as a singer/songwriter of
the highest quality.
Wednesday
15 March 8pm
All seats £10.00
St. Michael’s College
Spring Concert
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An evening of musical excellence is guaranteed
when St. Michael’s, Enniskillen presents its
Spring Concert, highlighting the wide range
of talent that exists within the College. Among
those featuring will be the College Brass Band,
the Traditional Music Group, the College Choir,
the African Drumming Group and a number of
soloists.
This eclectic mix is sure to appeal to all
tastes, so early booking is advised to avoid
disappointment.
In the last year she has completed hugely successful
Tours of New Zealand, Australia and the UK and once
again received five ‘Gold Discs’ for CD sales. Add this to
six ‘Platinum Discs’ already received in Ireland and you
can see why this ‘Scottish Lass’ is
so popular. Her highly entertaining
concert show features all her
wonderful hit songs and some
from her latest album.
Isla’s interaction with her audience
is second to none making the
atmosphere at her live shows a
joy to behold and as always her
genial husband Al will make his
popular contribution to the show.
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Saturday 18 March 8pm
All seats £22.00
Friday, Saturday 24, 25 March 8pm
£10.00, concession £9.00
David Hull Promotions presents
Enniskillen Light Operatic presents
Give My Head Peace Live!
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Give My Head Peace Live sells out theatres all across Northern Ireland.
Why? Well because it features all the best loved characters from Give
My Head Peace and combines up to the minute satire, topical jokes and
laugh out loud comedy.
Featuring Uncle Andy, Da, Pastor Begbie, Ma, Cal, Billy and Dympna
as well as superb stand-up from Tim McGarry, don’t miss the brand new
GMHP Live stage show. It’s a night of guaranteed laughs. (Free Irish
passport with every ticket).
Please note: this
show contains adult
references. Responsibility
for allowing under 12s
to view lies with the
accompanying adult.
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Someone Who’ll
Watch Over Me
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By Frank McGuinness
Presented by special arrangement
with Samuel French Limited.
Three men, an Irishman, an
Englishman and an American,
chained to a wall, abused by unseen
captors. This is the grim setting for
Enniskillen Light Operatic’s first foray
outside of musical theatre with Frank
McGuiness’s 1992 play ‘Someone
Who’ll Watch Over Me’.
Yet the play itself is far from grim.
Based upon the experiences of those
kidnapped in Beirut in the 1980’s,
including Belfast man Brian Keenan,
the play explores the plight of these
three figures held against their will on
the edge of existence.
Wednesday 29 March 8pm
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Brian Keenan has described the play
as ‘choking in its immediacy’ and that it
made him ‘laugh, cry and hold himself’.
An absorbing testimony to the power of
the human spirit, it is by turns funny and
sad, raucous and tender.
Music in Fermanagh presents
Please note: this play contains adult
references and strong language.
Vourneen Ryan, Dianne Marshall and Beth McNinch will play works
by Debussy and Ravel and somepresents
of John Buckley’s arrangements of
traditional Irish music. They will also perform Arnold Bax’s Elegiac
Trio, a compassionate reaction to the events of 1916 in Dublin.
Musici Ireland - Flute, Viola And Harp
Music in Fermanagh
Thursday 15th September, 8pm
Musici Ireland is one of our leading chamber groups. The
combination of flute, viola and harp is heartrendingly beautiful and
has a surprisingly wide repertoire.
MUSICI IRELAND
Flute, viola & harp
This will be a memorable evening!
Musici Ireland is one of our leading chamber groups. The
combination of flute, viola & harp is heartrendingly beautiful and
has a surprisingly wide repertoire.
Vourneen Ryan, Dianne Marshall and Beth McNinch will play works
by Debussy and Ravel and some of John Buckley’s arrangement of
traditional Irish music. They will also perform Arnold Bax’s Elegiac
Trio, a compassionate reaction to the events of 1916 in Dublin.
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This will be a memorable evening!
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Thursday 6 April 8pm
All seats £22.50
Friday 31 March 9pm
Gallery Bar £10.00
Grainne Duffy
Thursday 30 March 8pm
All seats £22.00
Michael Magill Entertainments presents
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Lisa McHugh With Special
Guest Gary Gamble
With determination and talent to last a lifetime, Lisa
McHugh is a Glaswegian born star that’s more than
ready to shine. Having now gained thousands of fans,
the 27 year old beauty has won 14 awards to date in
under 3 years, including ‘Female Vocalist of The Year’
3 years running and ‘Outstanding Achievement on the
World Stage’ 2012 when she appeared on the Grand
Ole Opry, the home of country music, as a guest of
the legendary Gene Watson.
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Described by The Sunday Times as ‘a blues
singer of real integrity’, Grainne Duffy is a
pioneer of her own style while also paying
sincere homage to her roots, soul, blues and rock
traditions. Soon to release her eagerly awaited
third album to follow the success of her debut
album and her second album which weaved
together her contemporary influences with her
blues and soul roots.
A voice that is as passionate as it is raw and
honest, accompanied by simple, melodic and
well phrased guitar lines, this is what you have in
Grainne Duffy.
Having worked with Nico Bolas (Neil Young, Los
Lobos and Keith Richards), she was back in the
US recording with producer Justin Stanley (Beck,
Eric Clapton, Sheryl Crow).
Saturday 1 April 9pm
Gallery Bar £10.00
The Tumbling
Paddies
The Ardhowen welcomes the Tumbling Paddies on their
first visit to the Gallery Bar.
Hailing from County Fermanagh, these five musicians,
emerged onto the music scene almost two years ago
as a result of an invitation to support International
supergroup ‘Beoga’. Since then the group have gone on
to perform in many venues throughout Ireland.
As a result of changing musical tastes the band has
incorporated a large selection of traditional ballads with
some modern songs as well as a selection of Irish and
country music.
The band consists of Gareth Maguire, whistle, bodhran,
concertina and vocals; Ciaran Owens, fiddle, banjo,
mandolin and mandola; John McCann, accordion;
Lee Jones, guitar; and Martin Treacy, accordion and
melodeon.
Tom Kelly Promotions presents
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An Evening With Johnny
McEvoy
Johnny McEvoy has been one of the most enduring and
talented singer/songwriters in these islands over the
past 50 years. He has always been highly acclaimed
for his excellent shows and his forthcoming nationwide
concert tour is eagerly awaited by his legion of fans.
This nostalgic evening of ‘Song and Story’ features
his many hit songs, including ‘Muirsin Durkan’, ‘The
Boston Burglar’, ‘Those Brown Eyes’, ‘Long Before Your
Time’ as well
as songs from
his new album.
His songs
are haunting,
evocative and
beautifully
presented with
many in the folk
and ballad style.
Between them they have collected many Fleadh, Fleadh
Uladh, Ulster Fleadh and All-Ireland medals.
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Saturday 8 April 8pm
£14.00, concession £12.00
Friday 7 April 8pm
All seats £20.00
Conal Gallen
– Only Joking
Bardic/Premier presents
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Ireland’s Number 1 comedian is back with a bang for
2017 with his hilarious new one man stand-up show,
‘Only Joking’. Packed full of new songs and jokes as
well as some fan favourites, ‘Only Joking’ is Conal’s
best show to date.
He has become without doubt the most popular comic
in the Irish theatre scene. His brand of humour is
absolutely hilarious and has all of his audiences in
stitches from start to finish. With over 33 Albums to date
Conal has more material than he knows what to do with
and is constantly coming up with new material while on
the road.
Conal has had multi-platinum selling DVDs along with a
number of massive hits and countless awards under his
belt! Come along and see why he is truly Ireland’s best
loved comedian.
Please note: this performance contains mild language
and is suitable for 14+ years.
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The Lonesome
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By Martin McDonagh
Directed by Sean Faloon, ‘The Lonesome West’ follows
their acclaimed version of ‘The Cripple of Inishmaan’ by
the same author, which travelled to The City of Perm
in Russia, where it scooped two top awards at the ‘2nd
International Martin McDonagh Festival’.
Wednesday 26 April 8pm
All seats £20.00
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Friday 21 April 8pm
Saturday 22 April
3pm and 8pm
£11.00, concession £9.00
Borderline Players presents
Goody Two Shoes
A pantomime directed by Siobhan O’Brien
Bickering brothers, Coleman and Valene share a house
in the wild west of Ireland. One obsesses about his
religious ornaments and his precious poteen, the other
thinks only of his stomach, regularly crashing funerals
in his quest for a free sausage roll.
Borderline Players are back with their Easter
Pantomime, ‘Goody Two Shoes.’ Following the
success of ‘Old Mother Hubbard’ in 2015 and
‘Robinson Crusoe’ in 2016, ‘Goody Two Shoes’
promises to be another epic tale for all ages.
Their local priest, troubled by a spate of murders in the
area, tries, and fails, to convince the squabbling pair to
set aside their petty differences. But when the brothers
vow to be nicer to one another and wipe the slate clean
by confessing to a string of vile misdemeanors towards
one another, things can only degenerate into vicious
and bloody carnage.
Septica, an evil sorceress, has left her magic shoes
with the Elf Cobbler for mending, and as they are her
only comfortable pair, she is far from pleased when
Goody Coddle appears wearing them.
‘The Lonesome West’ is the third play in Martin
McDonagh’s bleak but blackly comic Leenane trilogy.
Please note: this play contains strong language.
Michael Magill Entertainments presents
Philomena Begley And Ray
Lynam With Special Guest
Cliona Hagan
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Known as the Queen of Irish Country music,
Philomena Begley has made a firm imprint on the Irish,
British and European markets. Begley has regularly
toured with Ray Lynam since 1975 and they have
recorded many duets together, their most popular
songs being ‘My Elusive Dreams’, ‘You’re The One I
Can’t Live Without’ and ‘She Sang The Melody’. After
the ‘Two of US’ tour proving to be a roaring success,
the pair are back again with the unmissable ‘Country
Royalty’ tour where they will be supported
by upcoming Country
sensation Cliona Hagan.
Septica’s revenge and the wishes Goody makes
while wearing the magic shoes, set in train a series of
hilarious events with lots of slapstick fun, jokes and
song and dance routines along the way. Don’t miss it!
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Friday 28 April 8pm
All seats £10.00
Saturday 29 April 8pm
All seats £18.00
Rotary Club of Enniskillen presents
Sligo Gospel Choir And
Guests
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Sligo Gospel Choir is a vibrant community choir led
by Musical Director, Richard Mitchell. The choir has
appeared on several Sunday morning services on RTE
television; in 2015, they sang at the Gospel Rising
Festival, at the Service of Peace and Reconciliation
in Sligo attended by Prince Charles and the Duchess
of Cornwall, and on the Gig Rig at Fleadth Cheoil na
hEireann. From traditional spirituals to contemporary
classics, the choir’s repertoire captures the joy and hope
of gospel music.
The choir will be joined by the wonderfully talented
Harpist; Ramune Sakalauskaite originally from St
Petersburg, Russia and now living in Sligo. She has
played on RTE television and radio, and in theatres and
churches all over the west.
Also on stage will be the Enniskillen Model School Choir
and soloist Lauren Coulter.
Proceeds from this concert will go towards Willowbridge
School Minibus fund.
David Hull Promotions presents
Flash Harry’s 25th
Anniversary Tour
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It’s hard to believe that Flash Harry have been
performing Queen’s music for 25 years! This year the
band will celebrate a quarter of a century paying tribute
to one of the most outstanding bands in musical history,
Queen. Audiences will see Flash Harry present a
showcase of Queen’s greatest hits and more.
A show of one hit after another from their first single
‘Keep Yourself Alive’ to Freddie’s poignant last
appearance on ‘These Are The Days Of Our Lives’.
Queen were also famous for their big anthems such as
‘Radio Gaga’ and ‘We Are the Champions’ and Flash
Harry deliver them all.
These guys are still selling out major venues 25 years
on for a reason, so come and see why for yourself.
For a night of sheer energy, enthusiasm, passion and
showmanship this is a show not to be missed. Flash
Harry will have you rocking in the aisles and singing
along to some of the greatest songs ever written.
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Thursday 11 May 8pm
£12.00, concession £10.00
Friday 5 May 7.30pm
All seats £8.00
Celebrating 40 Years of
2000AD
Big Telly Theatre Company presents
The Faerie Thorn
Directed by Zoë Seaton; Music by Garth MacConaghie
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Saturday 6 May 8pm
All seats £15.00
As part of the two day Enniskillen ComicFest 2017
we are proud to present an evening celebrating the
legendary 2000AD, the galaxy’s greatest comic!
2000AD is the longest running British sci-fi comic ever.
Launched in February 1977 its impact on the comics
industry cannot be overstated. Iconic characters
including Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper, Slaine, the ABC
Warriors and Bad Company have all been introduced
in 2000AD and many of today’s biggest name comics
writers and artists broke into the industry through
2000AD.
2017 sees 2000AD’s 40th birthday and to mark the
occasion dont miss this informal evening with video
tributes and guests including legendary editor Steve
MacManus, writers John Wagner, Alan Grant and
Michael Carroll, and artists Carlos Ezquerra, Colin
MacNeil and Glenn Fabry plus many more as they talk,
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Smokie Experience And
Bay City Rollerworld
reminisce and reveal how they created the characters
and those classic stories. A Zarjaz evening of pure Thrill
Power not to be missed Earthlets!
Please note: adult references and adult humour,
suitable for 16+ years.
This is an unofficial event and is not connected to Rebellion A/S.
2000AD® and Judge Dredd ® are registered trademark,
© Rebellion A/S, all rights reserved.
Take a trip down memory lane with this superb
double bill! The Smokie Experience and Bay
City Rollerworld pay tribute to two of the
biggest hit making acts of the 70s and 80s!
Playing hits such as ‘Living Next Door To
Alice, ‘Mexican Girl’ ‘Oh Carol’, ‘Needles And
Pins, ‘Bye, Bye, Baby’, ‘Shang A Lang’ and
many more.
A hit filled memory jogging fun filled trip into
the past to a time when flares, platforms, big
hair, Top of the Pops, clackers, chopper bikes,
space hoppers and Creamola foam were all in
vogue.
Based on the book by Jane Talbot, ‘The Faerie Thorn’ will
recreate Talbot’s dark, imaginative and bewitching tales,
propelling the audience into a world of devilish debts, trysts
and trades, broken bargains and unjust trials; of magic,
quick-wittedness, hoodwinking and revenge.
The stories inhabit an incredibly vivid and dangerous world
controlled by a complex fairy mafia including factions like the
memory takers, the time keepers, the bad talkers and trolls,
which humans tackle at their peril.
Over the past thirty years, Big Telly have carved a reputation
as bold, risk-taking theatre makers, and ‘The Faerie Thorn’
production will be a vibrant, contemporary, physical theatre,
incorporating masks, movement and illusion.
‘The Faerie Thorn’ will be witty, dark and wickedly comedic
dealing with inexorable human tensions in a way that is
shocking and yet terrifyingly familiar.
Please note: this performance contains some strong
language and is suitable for 14+ years.
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Friday 12 May 8pm
All seats £14.00
Celtic Soul – The Music Of
Van Morrison
Celtic Soul will be bringing their celebration of our very
own Sir Van Morrison with songs from Them days through
Astral Weeks and Avalon Sunset through to his latest
works.
Receiving critical acclaim from devout Vanatics wherever
they perform, you’ll hear the big hits like ‘Days Like
This’ and ‘Brown Eyed Girl’ as well as album tracks like
‘Ballerina’, ‘The Philosopher’s Stone’ and ‘Cyprus Avenue’
in a song-packed show.
With years of playing in blues, folk, traditional and jazz
bands, these seven musicians have the ingredients to
deliver Van’s music authentically. They are: Clarke Wilson
on vocals and saxophone; Ray McEvoy, electric guitar;
Marcus McAuley, acoustic guitar; Rik Gay, drums; Keith
Ward piano and keyboards; Gerry McClurg, trumpet; and
Mark Crockard electric and double bass.
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BOOKING: Phone 028 6632 5440 · Online: www.ardhowen.com
Saturday 13 May 9pm
Gallery Bar £10.00
Anthony Toner
Anthony Toner celebrates the release of his
seventh album with a short tour of dates across
Northern Ireland. This new collection, Ink, finds
the Belfast-based songwriter in top form on a
series of stripped back, acoustic-based songs
dealing with the big themes of love, loss and
happiness.
It’s been almost a decade since Anthony sprang
onto the Northern Ireland music scene with his
much-loved song ‘Sailortown’, and since then
he has continued to move forward, releasing
a string of albums packed with radio-friendly,
insightful songs that lodge themselves in the heart
and won’t leave, like ‘East of Louise’, ‘Well Well
Well’ ‘The Road to Fivemiletown’, ‘The Duke of
Oklahoma’ and more.
As always, expect all of these songs with
selections from the new album, some beautiful
guitar playing and singing and some great stories
from the road.
Thursday 18 May 10.30am and 7pm
£4.00
Family tickets £12.00 (Family of 4)
and £16.00 (Family of 5)
Riverbank Productions presents
Treasure Island
Welcome to Treasure Island, a place full of wonder,
excitement and mystery! Riverbank Productions
proudly presents its musical version of the Robert Louis
Stevenson classic novel complete with pirates, hidden
treasure, swashbuckling action treasure maps and
mutiny on the high seas. Meet the crew of the Hispaniola
as they sail the seven seas in search for the lost plunder.
The young cabin boy Jim Hawkins is swept away on the
adventure of a lifetime when he stows away on the ship.
But as the voyage progresses it quickly becomes clear
that not all on board can be trusted as some of the crew
are Pirates...Including the infamous Long John Silver...
With brand new songs, puppets, humour, drama and
action this entertaining version of Treasure Island will
have the family laughing, cheering, singing and holding
their breath all the way to the exciting ending. Suitable
for families with children aged 4 - 10 years.
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Friday 19 May 8pm
All seats £19.00
Talon Music Limited presents
The ‘Official UK No. 1’ tribute to
Phil Collins
‘And Finally… Phil Collins’ are recognised throughout the industry
as the market leaders and definitive Phil Collins and Genesis
tribute show. Now, celebrating their ‘10th Anniversary’ year
together, this truly amazing eleven piece band which includes the
‘And Finally Horns’ faithfully re-create all the classic hits from the
Phil Collins and Genesis timeless back catalogue.
In 2017 they present a brand-new show that is truly enhanced
by new lighting, stage sets and world class musicians to get
even closer to that immense Phil Collins production ensuring
an exciting spectacle is totally guaranteed. As always the ‘two
drummer’ line up remains an integral part of the act and once
again the addition of a dedicated percussionist performing the
Louis Conte role, has moved the ‘And Finally’ experience both
musically and visually to a whole different league.
Saturday 20 May 8pm
All seats £15.00
DMC Promotions presents
The Kilkennys In
Concert
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The Kilkennys are at the very forefront of
folk groups taking Irish music to the world.
They have already proved to be a hit with
Enniskillen audiences over recent years
and their return will once again show why
the reputation of this talented and energetic
four piece group continues to grow well
beyond these shores.
Following recent tours in Europe and the U.S.,
where they played the main stage at the largest Irish
Fest in the World in Milwaukee, the fame of The
Kilkennys continues to grow. Their new show will
take the audience on a journey through the Irish folk
and ballad tradition, it will feature many well-known
ballads as well as new material that continues the
centuries old Irish bardic tradition. From songs of love
to ballads of emigration, The Kilkennys will provide
an unforgettable, energy filled, toe tapping and hand
clapping night of entertainment sprinkled with some of
Ireland’s most prolific songs and ballads.
Wednesday 24 May 8pm
All seats £17.50
JMG Music Group presents
A Night With The Country
Stars
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Join 6 of Irelands top ‘Country Music Stars’ on one fantastic
show featuring legends Louise Morrissey, John Hogan, the
hilarious Gary Gamble as Daniel O Double and popular
singers Caitlin, Joe Moore and Tony Kerr who each will
showcase their biggest hit songs in the company of a super
live band.
This is a rare opportunity to see such a talented line up all
on one stage so early booking advisable.
Last year for the second time in a row ‘And Finally… Phil Collins’
were voted by the ‘Agents Association of Great Britain’ at the
‘National Tribute Music Awards’ as the…‘Official UK No.1’.
Produced by Tim Harper, Chris Lloyd and Peter Anderson.
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Thursday 25 May 8pm
All seats £25.00
Saturday 27 May 3pm
All seats £5.00
Wednesday 31 May 8pm
£15.00, u25 £10.00
Pat Shortt –
‘How’s Tings?’
Tom Sweeney’s Sing-Along
For Children!
Music in Fermanagh presents
Fresh from the success of his
award-winning show, Selfie
(‘Dangerously funny’ - onstageblog.
com, New York) Pat Shortt returns
with a brand new show called
‘How’s Tings?’ In a night of music
and mayhem, Ireland’s most
popular comedian explores all sorts
of tings. Big tings and little tings.
Personal tings and tings that are not
so personal. Important international
tings and tings that only affect the
parish. In Shortt, it’s a funny show
about tings.
Please note: this show may contain
use of language deemed unsuitable
for under 16 years.
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BOOKING: Phone 028 6632 5440 · Online: www.ardhowen.com
Friday 26 May 9pm
Gallery Bar £10.00
Wookalily In Concert
Wookalily are quirky, in a good way. Folk-gothic
troubadour tales, new-time mountain music, glorious
melodic hooks and a drum kit which guarantees purists
cover their ears. Five women (Adele, Sharon, Lyndsay,
Lou and Clair): too girly to be a beat group, too funky to
be a folk group, too good to miss.
Tom has become Ireland’s number one children’s
singer and his songs, stories and movement are
widely known and loved by children everywhere.
He has been weaving his musical spell for children for
twenty-five years and will enthral young and not-soyoung alike as only he can.
‘Tom Sweeney’s Sing-Along For Children’, is the
perfect opportunity for all the family to have a fun
filled hour together!
The RTE
ConTempo String Quartet
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One of the most exciting and vibrant chamber ensembles
performing today, the ConTempo String Quartet is
currently RTE’s Quartet in Residence and has been
praised as a ‘fabulous foursome’ by the Irish Independent
and ‘full of imaginative daring’ by the Irish Times. They
perform worldwide and Music in Fermanagh’s audience
was enthralled by their energy when they played at The
Ardhowen in 2015.
They will play: Haydn - String quartet op 76 no 3, Bartok Romanian Dances, Beethoven - String Quartet op 59, no
1, ‘Razumovsky’. They will also play the world premiere
of a new piece by John McLachan, introduced by the
composer himself.
Wookalily released their debut EP Black Magic Doll in
2011. Their song ‘Diamonds And Gold’ gained them a
showcase at the prestigious IBMA World of Bluegrass
Festival in Nashville in 2012. They also recorded for
Country Music Hall-Of-Famer Dixie Hall’s Pickin’ Like A
Girl compilation in 2013 – the only non-American band
to do so. Their own debut album ‘All The Waiting While’
was released in November 2014. It’s rumbling along
nicely with local airplay and humbling acclaim from
fellow musicians worldwide.
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General Terms And Conditions
Patrons are advised that tickets cannot be exchanged
or refunded. The Ardhowen reserves the right to
offer special discounted ticket prices at any time.
Reservations held for more than 4 days which have
not been paid for will be automatically deleted from the
system.
The use of cameras or recording equipment (visual and
audio) is strictly prohibited in The Ardhowen. Mobile
phones must be switched off during performances. The
Ardhowen is a non-smoking facility.
Event details are correct at the time of going to print.
We reserve the right to alter the programme (including
venue seating arrangements) in the event of unforeseen
circumstances.
A copy of the full terms and conditions is available from
Box Office.
Data Protection Act
Once you have booked tickets for The Ardhowen your
details will be held on our database. From time to time,
we may send you information about The Ardhowen and
its programme of events. If you do not wish to receive
this information, please tell us at the time of booking.
Concessions
Where applicable, concession rates are detailed within
the relevant performance information.
Concession rates apply to people aged 18 years and
under, to people aged 60 years and over, also students
in full time education with a valid Student ID Card.
For concession tickets, photo identification will be
required for proof of entitlement.
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Attendance Of Children And Babe In Arms
Everyone attending a performance including children
and babies must hold a valid ticket for that performance.
Complimentary ‘Babe in Arms’ tickets are available
for children up to 12 months for designated children’s
performances only. For health and safety reasons
prams and baby carriers will not be admitted into the
auditorium. In the interests of everyone’s enjoyment
and safety parents/carers are requested to observe
the recommended age guidelines for events. Children
aged 14 and under must be accompanied by a parent/
guardian attending performances.
Discounts
When 10 tickets or more are purchased for a show, a
10% discount off the full price can be obtained. N.B.
Group bookings cannot be made via the internet.
For designated evening performances educational
groups can obtain a 20% group discount.
Family Ticket
Family tickets will be available for specified events and
admittances, either for groups of four or five. Family of
four tickets will enable a maximum of two adults and two
children. Family of five will enable a maximum of two
adults and three children.
Support Acts
For some performances not promoted by The
Ardhowen, a support act may precede the main act,
particularly for popular music events. Whilst The
Ardhowen endeavours to inform patrons about such
support acts in advance, on some occasions it may not
be possible.
Food And Drink
Under the terms of The Ardhowen Bar and Restaurant
Franchise, patrons are not allowed to bring food or
drinks into the building under any circumstances. Drinks
purchased in the Theatre must not be brought into the
Auditorium under any circumstances.
Car Parking
There are several large car parks in the grounds of The
Ardhowen with specially designated Disabled Parking
bays. Patrons are advised Not to Use The Ardhowen’s
wheelchair parking spaces unless entitled to do so and
have a Blue Badge displayed prominently.
Facilities For Patrons With Disabilities
There is a maximum of three places for wheelchairs,
in Row C in the auditorium. Access to this row, to the
restaurant and bar and to the box office is free of steps.
There is also a ‘T’ feature hearing aid inductive loop
system which works best in rows C, D, E and F.
It is important that you mention your requirements to our
staff when booking and we will be pleased to assist in
whatever way we can.
Personal Assistance Support Scheme
People who have a disability and require assistance
in order to attend the venue are entitled to a
complimentary ticket for their Personal Support
Assistant. The person with a disability must first register
their details with The Ardhowen before the Personal
Assistance Support Scheme can be availed of, please
contact Box Office for a registration form.
Ardhowen Restaurant And Bar
The restaurant at The Ardhowen is an award-winning
member of the Healthy Eating Circle, serving morning
coffee from 11am to 12.30pm and lunches from
12.30pm to 2.30 pm every day except Sundays.
Functions and group bookings catered for - all enquiries
to the Restaurant Manager on 028 6632 5254.
The bar is open before, during and after performances
(within the provisions of a theatre licence).
Photography For Publicity
Please note that The Ardhowen may record, through
photography, in-house activities promoted by the
theatre including Drama and Dance Workshops for
young people. This is for promotional purposes and for
inclusion in future publications. Strict editorial control
is given to the output of this material. We ask patrons
of minors who do not wish their children to be included
in such photography to please contact the Theatre in
writing, stating the name of the minor and the activity,
before their participation in the event, workshop or class.
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This symbol represents events which have been brought in
as a Hire from an independent organisation. The Ardhowen
concessions, discounts and Personal Assistance Support
Scheme may not be applicable where you see this symbol.
Contact us…..
The Ardhowen, 97 Dublin Road, Derrychara, Enniskillen,
Co. Fermanagh, N. Ireland, BT74 6FZ
Box Office: 028 6632 5440
Buy tickets/gift vouchers online: www.ardhowentheatre.com
Theatre Hire/Room Booking/General Enquiries: 028 6632 3233
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Box Office
Hours
Monday to Friday:
9.30am – 4.30pm
(7.00pm on a performance day)
Saturday:
11.00am – 1.00pm,
2.00pm – 5.00pm,
6.00pm – 7.00pm
Sunday: Closed
*Rows AA, BB, CC and DD are additional and temporary,
available for certain events only.
The Ardhowen
F e r m a n a g h ’s T h e a t r e
Box Office 028 6632 5440
Book Online www.ardhowen.com
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