Music Faye O’Rourke Singer, songwriter, composer Faye O’Rourke is front-woman of Soda Blonde, the exciting Dublin group described by The Irish Times as “artful… and cinematic”.
Music Isabelle O’Connell Cocteau Internationally renowned pianist Isabelle O’Connell plays a programme of solo piano music this evening centring around Jean Cocteau and featuring the world premiere of a piece by Irish composer Rhona Clarke inspired by the work of the iconic French artist.
Music Rebecca Murphy et Cahal Masterson Kraina The experience of the Polish diaspora in Ireland is explored in classical song by acclaimed soprano Rebecca Murphy accompanied by Northern Irish pianist Cahal Masterson.
Literature | Music Heaney in Translation Join us for a delightful evening of music and readings by actor Eleanor Methven of a selection of poems from the landmark volume ‘The Translations of Seamus Heaney’.
Exhibition | Visual Arts | Music Vernissage Kate Nolan Opening evening of our Paris Photo and PhotoSaintGermain listed exhibition that considers the impact of partition on young people of the Irish borderlands. Artists conversations, open-studios and Irish electro as well!
Music The Cope The music of this Dublin/Berlin electro duo resonates with the full spectrum of human emotion and is complemented by their bespoke visual creations.
Music Lash&Grey Festival Jazzycolors The duo from Bratislava charm us tonight with their warm, textured repertoire that nods to Norah Jones, Etta James and Billie Holiday.
Gaulin Club | Music | Festival Macdara Yeates Gaulín Traditional Singers’ Club Described by Irish Music Magazine as “a deep and powerful performer”, traditional folk singer Macdara Yeates leads our special Gaulín as part of Behan 100.
Music | Festival Jack O’Rourke Chapel Sessions Captivating live performer Jack O’Rourke composed music to Brendan Behan poetry during his recent residency at the CCI. Inspired by traditional music and sean-nós, there are also nods to classical and contemporary influences.
Music Ailbhe Reddy Chapel Sessions Ailbhe Reddy has a talent for crafting intensely moving alt-folk tunes that blur the boundaries between personal and universal experiences, with tender vocals and lyrics that are eminently easy to relate to.
Music Síomha Festival Jazzycolors Síomha's voice soars over her gypsy jazz and Latin-influenced guitar playing, taking audiences on an unforgettable journey with her soulful melodies. “Deeply confident songwriting” (Irish Times)
Music Susan O’Neill Chapel Sessions Following the resounding success of her collaborative album and tour with Mick Flannery in 2021, Susan returns to the CCI to perform her EP and solo piece ‘Now You See It' which won the 2022 RTE Radio 1 ‘Best Original Folk Song’ of the year.
Music Aidan Chan Piano recital Winner of the 2023 RDS Music Bursary, pianist Aidan Chan presents a recital of classical works including contemporary Irish and Chinese compositions in the intimate setting of the CCI’s chapel.