Information on Poetry Ireland supported readings, launches and events around Ireland, as well as other writing events around the country.
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Readings & Events
| 02.02.2012 | Fíon Ceol agus Filíoct |
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Poetry Ireland in association with the Irish Writers’ Centre and Limited Edition presents the launch of two CDs: Fíon Ceol agus Filíoct – a selection of original and favourite poems read by Paddy Finnegan and plus an interview with poet Paddy Finnegan conducted on CD by Aidan O’Dowd. The launch will be presided over by Macdara Woods alongside guest musicians. Venue: The Irish Writers Centre, 19 Parnell Square, D1Time: 6.30pm T: 01 8721302 E: info@writerscentre.ie writerscentre.ie |
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| 03.02.2012 | Éigse na Tríonóide |
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Éigse na Tríonóide presents the launch of the Selected Poems of Flemish poet Germain Droogenbroodt and the Selected Poems of Indian poet K. Satchidanandan. Time: 2pm E: grosenstock04@gmail.com |
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| 04.02.2012 | Grand Guignol: four theatrical thrillers |
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Mermaid’s theatre artist in residence Ciarán Taylor presents readings of Irish adaptations by Mia Gallagher and Carpet Theatre of three short French plays from the Grand Guignol, followed by Salmon a new play about a supernatural fish bringing havoc to a failing restaurant in a failing country. Featuring: Conor Donellan,John Lovett, Fiona McGeown, Melanie Clarke Pullen, Billie Traynor, Jack Walsh Time: 3pm T: 01 2724030 E: info@mermaidartscentre.ie mermaidartscentre.ie |
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| 06.02.2012 | Irish Polar Heroes |
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Poetry Ireland in association with the National Concert Hall presents an evening of reading, poetry, music and theatre featuring Donal O’Kelly,Brian Dunning, Simon O‘Dwyer, Breifne Holohan, Michael Holohan, Gerry Cullen, Barry Mc Govern and special guest speaker The Hon Alexandra Shackleton (grand-daughter of Sir. Ernest Shackleton). Venue: Main Auditorium, National Concert Hall, Earlsfort Terrace, D2,Time: 8pm Admission: €20 T: 01 417 0000 E: info@nch.ie nch.ie |
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| 09.02.2012 | Peter Sirr |
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Poetry Ireland in association with the Irish Writers’ Centre, Bringing it All Back Home and Dublin UNESCO City of Literature presents Peter Sirr Venue: The Irish Writers Centre, 19 Parnell Square, D1Time: 7pm T: 01 8721302 E: info@writerscentre.ie writerscentre.ie |
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| 10.02.2012 | Over The Edge Poetry Book Showcase |
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The 2012 Over The Edge Poetry Book Showcase features readings by Moya Cannon, Stephen Murray, Ndrek Gjini, Lorna Shaughnessy, Jack McCann, Mae Leonard, Sarah Griffin, Pauline Fayne, Pete Mullineaux, Susan Lindsay, Kate Dempsey and Sean Kavanagh Venue: The Kitchen @ The Museum, Spanish Arch, GalwayTime: 8pm T: 087-6431748 overtheedgeliteraryevents.blogspot.com |
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| 14.02.2012 | Muse Open Mic |
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Muse Open Mic present its second showcase for poets, musicians, singers and prose writers to perform new and original material in a supportive environment. If you are interested in performing, kindly contact Time: 7pm E: find.a.muse@gmail.com theloftbookshop.com |
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| 17.02.2012 | Paul Grattan |
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Poetry Ireland in association with the Irish Writers’ Centre presents Paul Grattan. Venue: The Irish Writers Centre, 19 Parnell Square, D1Time: 1.05pm T: 01 8721302 E: info@writerscentre.ie writerscentre.ie |
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| 22.02.2012 | Harry Clifton |
 Harry Clifton, Ireland Professor of Poetry, will give a Public Lecture The Unforged Conscience: Europe in Irish Poetry. Venue: Swift Theatre, Arts Building, Trinity College Dublin, D1Time: 7pm T: 01 896 1111 E: SADLERD@tcd.ie www.tcd.ie/English/ |
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| 23.02.2012 | Cork Literary Review Launch |
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Poetry Ireland in association with Tigh Filí presents the launch of Cork Literary Review XIV (edited by Eugene O’Connell) with readings from contributors to the issue plus the launch of White Space by Cliona O’Connell winner of the Cork Literary Review Manuscript Competition. Venue: The Unitarian Church, 112 St. Stephen's Green West, D2Time: 6.30pm T: 01 6789815 E: info@poetryireland.ie poetryireland.ie |
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| 24.02.2012 | Gerard Smyth, Thomas McCarthy & Jane Hayter-Hames |
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Poetry Ireland in association with Ballymaloe House presents Gerard Smyth, Thomas McCarthy Venue: The Grainstore, Ballymaloe House, Shanagarry, Co Cork& Jane Hayter-Hames with harpist Sarah Noonan. Time: 8pm Admission: €15/10 T: 021 4651511 E: thegrainstore@ballymaloe.ie ballymaloe.ie |