Cork theatres host music shows to suit all tastes 

THE George Harrison Story is on tonight at the Opera House. This musical biopic about the so-called ‘quiet Beatle’ incorporates visuals, sound, a five-piece band, and of course the incredible music.

Whole Lotta Zepp on Saturday night is a music collective established in 2010 and still wholeheartedly devoted to recreating the majesty of Led Zeppelin’s music.

Their concerts often sell out, but there might be a few seats left.

Sister Act, The Musical, running from Tuesday to Saturday next week (April 2-6) is a brand new production of the Broadway and UK award-winning show, with Coronation Street’s Sue Cleaver as Mother Superior and West End star Landi Oshinowo as Deloris.

Be aware that this production may contain strobe effects, flashing lights, smoke and haze. Suitable for ages 12+, no under 3s permitted. Under 16s must be accompanied by and seated next to a parent/guardian aged 18+.

Call 021 427 0022 or see www.corkoperahouse.ie

Tonight, Vittorio Angelone, one of stand-up comedy’s fastest-rising stars, brings his new show Who Do You Think You Are? I Am! to The Everyman.

Tomorrow night it’s Wrong Jovi, the tribute show to Bon Jovi, Ally Ward takes on the role of Jon Bon Jovi, with a striking resemblance to that original.

Jason Byrne, the Iconic Bionic Man, is here on Saturday, inviting you to laugh at his catalogue of misfortunes, And next week, while Friday, April 5 is already sold out, you might still be able to get tickets for Jarlath Regan’s comedy show on the Thursday.

Booking for all Everyman shows on 021 450 1673 or www.everymancork.com.

Singer/songwriter Fiona Kennedy is at Cork Arts Theatre tonight and Saturday with Natural Woman, featuring songs about special personages throughout history who have inspired her creativity. Relevant readings are performed by Ethel Crowley whose latest book, Life At Full Tilt, gave rise to Kennedy’s song, The Maverick, about the life and travels of groundbreaking Irish author Dervla Murphy.

From Thursday to Saturday of next week, it’s The Pigeon Factory, a new one-man show written and performed by Aaron O’Neill, that explores work, family, and finding purpose in a broken society, through the lens of absurdity, pathos, oh, and pigeons.

Call 021 450 5624 or see www.corkartstheatre.com.

This Saturday, Blood in the Alley Theatre stage The Empty Nest at the Glen Theatre, Banteer. Written by Oisín Flores Sweeney, and starring Seamus O Rourke and Joan Sheehy, it’s the story of a couple whose children are grown and whose grandchildren are invading their lives.

And Saturday of next week, Shaskeen take to the stage at the Glen with their deeply traditional blend of Irish music. 

Founded in 1970, they are still going strong, with an enviable list of recordings to their credit. Who can forget The Mouse Behind the Dresser, My Love is in America, There’s Always Room in Our House, and so many more? 

All shows at the Glen start 8pm sharp, and you can book on 029 56239 or 087 755 8752.

This Easter weekend, why not take a trip to Cobh and the Sirius Arts Centre to see artist Sarah Browne’s latest body of work, the film Buttercup, with an installation and associated events? Created in collaboration with audio describer Elaine Lillian Joseph and composer David Donohoe, and in consultation with blind and visually-impaired people. Until May 25, Wed-Sat, noon to 5pm. More info on www.siriusartscentre.ie

Or you could head west. Stephen Pride is at the Gleneagle on Monday night, with his tribute show to Charley Pride. Call 064 667 1555 or see www.inec.ie

In Tralee, they are holding Easter workshops for kids at Siamsa Tire, until Saturday, 10am to 1.30pm daily. Call 066 712 3055 or see www.siamsatire.com