Stomp
Stomp will conclude at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Dublin, on Saturday. Described as "wordless, witty and fun", Stomp has become a global phenomenon over the last 23 years. Pre-publicity describes the " universal language of rhythm, theatre, comedy and dance [which] has resonated with audiences setting feet stamping, fingers drumming and adrenalin rushing for over 15 million people in 53 countries across five continents".
Breathe the Kerry air
Derrynane coastal circuit is a relatively short yet varied walking route. It provides the walker with a variety of beautiful scenery including beaches, mountain shoulders and numerous offshore islands and islets. It begins and ends within the grounds of Derrynane National Historic Park, and it’s possible to visit Derrynane House and gardens at the end of the walk. The house is the ancestral home of Daniel O’Connell, the “Great Liberator”.
Russian culture
Every culture celebrates the end of winter and the new birth of spring. This celebration is an important festival in Russia and is linked to the Orthodox feast day of Maslenitsa (Pancake Day). Dublin strengthens its links with Moscow and wider Russia by celebrating the coming of spring through the Russian Cultural Festival. A wealth of vibrant activities are on offer across Dublin City as part of the annual Russian Cultural Festival. Traditional music, dance, children's activities, lively performances, chess challenges, artisan food and cookery, the best in contemporary cinema, informative exhibitions and lectures are just some of the events taking place at numerous locations across the city. See dublincity.ie
Horse racing
Horse racing takes place at Fairyhouse racecourse, Co Meath, on Saturday. The first race is at 1.05pm and the last at 4.25pm. On Sunday racing at Naas begins with the first race at 1.50pm and the last takes off at 4.50pm
Cork Everyman
Following the success of Der Vampyr, Orpheus and Pagliacci, The Everyman and Cork Operatic Society join forces to present a new production of Charles Gounod's Faust. Premiered in Paris in 1859, Faust is based on the legend of a man who sells his soul to the devil in exchange for knowledge and power. It was once one of the most popular and most performed operas in the world and has had a powerful influence on composers and writers for centuries. See everymancork.com
Limerick Literary Festival
Former politician Des O'Malley will speak about his life and political career as part of the Limerick Literary Festival this weekend. O'Malley will appear in 69 O'Connell Street at 3pm on Saturday. Full details of the Limerick Literary Weekend in honour of Kate O´Brien are available at limetreethratre.ie
Galway Pyramid
Pyramid, one of Galway’s most popular cover bands play every Sunday night in the Quays Bar in the heart of Galway’s Latin quarter. Kicks off at 9.30pm and admission is free .
44 Seville Place
44 Seville Place is the account of "a fabulous and heartbreaking childhood". Peter Sheridan grew up in a family of seven not far from the river Liffey in Dublin's North Docks. Written and performed by Sheridan, this story begins in the 1960s with a funny, warm and poignant portrait of a Dublin working-class family. The story follows their lives and relationships through the journey of young Peter and shows us an individual and a society on the cusp of profound change. It is showing at the Dolmen Theatre at The Magic Carpet in Cornelscourt in south Dublin.
