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May 2013
Saturday 13th April 2013 to Saturday 25th May 2013
Dublin Dance Festival 2013
Dublin Dance Festival is Ireland's premier dance event celebrating the best contemporary dance the world has to offer. You can look forward to a rich programme of performances, films, discussions, workshops, outdoor and family friendly events, all bringing dance to life in Dublin city. The full programme for 2013 is to be comfirmed.
Dublin Dance Festival has built a reputation for its artistic integrity and bravery since its first ambitious programme in 2002, when the hugely influential Merce Cunningham Dance Company was presented. A key cultural highlight in Dublin, the festival has presented the Irish premieres of major and rising international choreographers (including The Forsythe Company, Yvonne Rainer, Raimund Hoghe, Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan and Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker) alongside a new generation of Irish artists.
Dublin City Centre Saturday 27th April 2013 to Saturday 22nd June 2013
The Lion King
THE LION KING will play the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from Saturday 27th April 2013 as part of the show’s first-ever tour of UK & Republic of Ireland. The legendary musical will visit Dublin for a two-month season, giving Irish audiences the opportunity to experience this global phenomenon.
Four years in the making, this truly international production brings together a cast of over 50 actors, singers and dancers, from 17 different countries, supported by a backstage team of over 100 people. THE LION KING will be the largest musical production ever to tour Ireland and the UK.
Disney’s THE LION KING is based on the beloved Academy award-winning animated film which was entrusted to Director and Co-Designer Julie Taymor to adapt the film for the stage. Taymor brought a vast array of disciplines to THE LION KING which draws upon her immeasurable experience of various theatrical styles and cultures to tell the compelling tale of Simba, the young lion cub, as he journeys through life and struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role of King.
Bord Gáis Energy Theatre Wednesday 1st May 2013 to Thursday 30th May 2013
Bealtaine 2013
Last year over 122,000 people took part in 27 counties in a festival bursting with opportunities to celebrate the creativity of older people.
So many highlights from 2012 – Dawn Choruses on beaches, piers and Dublin Airport, ‘Prime Years’ - the international photography exhibition, performances by the ‘Blow the Dust Orchestra’ of older people and the nationwide Bealtaine film and theatre tours.
Dublin Monday 13th May 2013 to Saturday 25th May 2013
Dublin Dance Festival
Dublin Dance Festival is Ireland's premier dance event celebrating the best contemporary dance the world has to offer. You can look forward to a rich programme of performances, films, discussions, workshops, outdoor and family friendly events, all bringing dance to life in Dublin city. The full programme for 2013 is to be comfirmed.
Dublin Dance Festival has built a reputation for its artistic integrity and bravery since its first ambitious programme in 2002, when the hugely influential Merce Cunningham Dance Company was presented. A key cultural highlight in Dublin, the festival has presented the Irish premieres of major and rising international choreographers (including The Forsythe Company, Yvonne Rainer, Raimund Hoghe, Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan and Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker) alongside a new generation of Irish artists.
Dublin Monday 20th May 2013 to Sunday 26th May 2013
Dublin Writer's Festival
Dublin Writers Festival, Ireland's premier literary event, gathers the finest writers in the world to debate, provoke , delight and enthral.
Described by the press as "boasting a stunning array of top international literary talent" and "the country's most successful and easily the best annual literary event", Dublin Writers Festival line-up is sure to impress. With readings, discussions, debates,workshops, performance and screenings, the festival creates a hotbed of ideas. Whether it's the mix poets, writers of fiction and non-fiction, lyricists, playwrights and screenwriters, Dublin Writers Festival brings new faces and house-hold names together in ways that suprise and inspire. Children's fiction is well represented and we are spoilt for choice with the calibre of Irish language writers. Come celebrate many specially commissioned events in the City of Words.
Dublin Thursday 23rd May 2013 to Sunday 26th May 2013
Dublin City Soul Festival
Dublin City Soul Festival ~ is a celebration of peace, unity & love‘ is Ireland’s feel-good festival, a unique annual celebration.
Last years Dublin City Soul Festival featured loads of exciting events to choose from and what’s more most of them were FREE for you to enjoy because as the old saying goes…”the best things in life are free” !
Favourites included:
The Soul Picnic - a little piece of magic in association with Dublin City Council. Enjoy the world’s best music concert in a picnic style starring an exciting line-up of amazing local, national and international artists. Much more than a music event, enjoy tasty treats and BBQ food from our picnic vendors. Entry is free, but don’t forget to make a donation. Special guests to be announced. Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th of May in Merrion Square Park.
Love the City Music Trail- Mosey along the Dublin streets, moving from venue to venue checking out all the fantastic entertainment on offer or find your favourite venue, band or DJ and get comfy.
Savour a relaxing beverage in a quaint bar or cafe while enjoying an acoustic set from one of our solo artists or duets, then stroll a little further down the road and submerge yourself in a full on musical experience that will guarantee to have you out on the floor shaking your tail feather! (Warning: comfortable dancing shoes required)
As you make your way along the friendly Dublin streets you’ll be amazed by the exciting on-street entertainment from our Soul Festival buskers and street artists!
Rising Stars - Witness the world’s best ‘Rising Stars' at the 2012 showcase event featuring the best emerging artists in a unique setting.
Merrion Square, Dublin Friday 24th May 2013 to Saturday 25th May 2013
3rd Ballinteer International Male Voice Choir Festival
Venue: St John the Evangelist Church, Ballinteer Avenue
This is the 3rd International Male Voice Choir Festival held in Ballinteer - following on the success of the previous festivals in 2008 and 2010.
The visiting choirs - Coro la Martinella from Italy and Choeur d'Hommes d'Ajou from France will join us at a reception in the Mansion House hosted by the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Cllr Naoise O Muiri, on Friday 24th May.
On Saturday 25th May, all choirs will visit Marlay Park Farmers Market, and will give impromptu performances throughout the morning. They will visit the Guinness Store House in the afternoon - prior to the Gala Concert in St John the Evangelist Church on Ballinteer Avenue at 8pm.
Dublin Friday 24th May 2013 to Friday 24th May 2013
Reginald D Hunter In The Midst of Crackers
Following two previous sell-out tours of the UK and the release of his debut stand up DVD, Reginald D Hunter Live, Reginald – who is a popular guest on many of the UK’s best-loved TV shows including Live At The Apollo and Have I Got News For You - will be setting out to tour the country again in 2013 with his own unique blend of humour in a brand new show, Reginald D Hunter – In The Midst Of Crackers.
Vicar Street Saturday 25th May 2013 to Sunday 26th May 2013
Just 4 Kids Show
Be Inspired / Be Informed / Be Involved
And have a lot of Fun!
Everything possible for kids, from 4 to 14 years old
...and their parents too!!
Find out what’s happening in the world of kids - and what can happen.
Get info about cool activities, classes, the latest gadgets, health and life matters.
Plan ahead for school holidays, family holidays & the new school year.
Check out our Exhibition Zones and get the kids involved – try out new activities with trial sessions taking place in our workshop Zone, chill out or get active in our fun and library zones.
Parents’ time out – head for the seminar stage to hear talks and advice from the experts and some special guests too!
RDS Dublin Sunday 26th May 2013 to Monday 27th May 2013
Lana Del Rey
Sometimes stars emerge. Sometimes stars are thrust upon us. And sometimes stars simply slip into the atmosphere as if propelled by something otherworldly. It is into this last category that the astonishing presence, voice, look and feel of Lana Del Rey falls. Musical stardom is not an option with Ms Del Rey. It is her vocation. She calls herself the "gangsta Nancy Sinatra" and defines her genre as "Hollywood pop/ sadcore", a dramatic new loop for pop music. Her look she describes as"Lolita got lost in the 'hood". Get used to it all. This isn't just soundbite, it's Lana's reality.
Vicar Street Sunday 26th May 2013 to Sunday 26th May 2013
Eddie Izzard: Force Majeure World Tour 2013
In 2011 Eddie Izzard, the man who turned talking ‘Bollocks’ into an art form performed and sold–out Madison Square Garden in New York. He spent a three-month residency at the Théâtre de Dix Heures in Paris performing Stripped: ‘Tout en Francais’ (in French!) and then become the first stand-up to play a solo show at Los Angeles’ legendary Hollywood Bowl. It was an extraordinary year from an extraordinary man. Never one to rest on his laurels Izzard now plans to take on the world with a brand-new comedy tour, Force Majeure.
Force Majeure will be the most extensive comedy tour ever. It begins its mammoth journey around the globe during spring 2013. From Cardiff to Kathmandu, Moscow to Mumbai, Eddie will visit 25 countries throughout Europe, USA, Africa, Russia, Australia, New Zealand, India, Nepal and The Far East.
The O2 Dublin Monday 27th May 2013 to Saturday 1st June 2013
Birdsong
A mesmerising story of love, courage and sacrifice is now brought to the stage in this critically acclaimed version of Sebastian Faulks’s bestselling novel. An epic tale of love and war set both before and during the Great War. In pre war France, a young Englishman Stephen Wraysford embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their world upside down.
As the war breaks out over the idyll of his former life, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Battle of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep under ground.
Faced with the unprecedented horror of the war Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle as his world explodes around him.
Recently aired over Christmas on BBC 1 and following on from the hit West End production, this brand new adaptation marks the very first touring production of the play.
Doors open 7.30pm
Directed by Alastair Whatley
Designed by Victoria Spearing
Lighting Designed by Alex Wardle
Sound Designed by Dominic Bilkey
Gaiety Theatre Tuesday 28th May 2013 to Saturday 1st June 2013
IUGA Dublin 2013
The Forum, located in the Convention Centre, is where the exhibition and posters will be located with a 2755 sq m space available. This can cater for all types of exhibitions and poster displays ensuring that this key element is at the heart of the conference.
The Continence Foundation of Ireland, has had great pleasure in presenting a summary of their bid to host the 38th International Urogynecology Association Conference in June 2013 in Dublin, Ireland. The CFI is a multidisciplinary organization of individuals, both clinicians and non-clinicians, from both North and Southern Ireland engaged in continence care.
Convention Centre Dublin Thursday 30th May 2013 to Monday 3rd June 2013
Bloom in the Park
Bloom, Ireland's largest gardening, food and family event, will take place in the Phoenix Park Dublin during the June bank holiday weekend for 5 days (From Thursday 30th May - Monday 3rd June 2013).
Bloom 2012 was the 6th year of the event and to date. Bloom 2012 attracted almost 90,000 visitors to the 70 acre site at the Visitor's Centre in the Phoenix Park, Dublin. While you wait for Bloom 2013, why not browse the website which includes the 27 spectacular showgardens, Bord Bia's new Food Village in 2011, and a day by day preview in our video section here. With something for everyone, visitors to Bloom 2011 enjoyed live cookery and craft demonstrations, free gardening advice from the experts and workshops.
Kids attended Bloom 2012 for free!
Dublin's Phoenix Park
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