Visual Art
VISUAL ART
Music Network presents Kevin Burke, Dermot Byrne, Noriana Kennedy & Jim Murray Kevin Burke fiddle Dermot Byrne accordion Noriana Kennedy voice, 5-string banjo Jim Murray guitar Music Network presents another unmissable collaboration featuring four extraordinary artists who have shared their music with audiences over four decades of its National Touring Programme.
Siblings Séamus and Caoimhe Uí Fhlatharta hail from the Gaeltacht region of Connemara. They are noted for their sean-nós singing and unique arrangements of both Irish and English language songs.
Jay Azzolina Trio featuring Jay Azzolina and guests including Kevin Lawlor, at The Sky & The GroundJay Azzolina is an American jazz and fusion guitarist known for his work with the Grammy Award-winning group Spyro Gyra. He has also performed and recorded with Carly Simon, Donna Summer, The Manhattan Transfer, Herbie Mann, Rickie Lee Jones, and Chuck Mangione. He is a grammy nominated artist and has enjoyed success as a leader as well as a session player.Jay was invited to headline Jazz at Johnstown 2025 and performed with the celebrated Wexford Jazz drummer Kevin Lawlor and in demand double bass player Andrew Csibi. The dynamic trio perform original music from Jaz Azzolinas upcoming album release 'Present Tense' as well as some classic jazz repertoire. The Grammy-nominated guitarist and composer Jay Azzolina (with Truth Revolution Records) released Present Tense, his fifth album as a leader in September 2025. The albums sound challenges jazz conventions, offering a fresh step into modernization.
Music Network presents another brand new collaboration featuring two of the most exciting rising stars of the classical music world, accordionist extraordinaire Théo Ould and stellar soprano Alison Langer.
Séamus Egan flute, tenor banjo, whistles & nylon guitar
Jenna Moynihan fiddle
Kyle Sanna guitar
Owen Marshall bouzouki, harmonium
Musician Aindrias de Staic brings his celebrated storytelling show By the Light of the Silvery Moon to The Courthouse Arts Centre on Friday 16 October, joined by his exceptional Bardic Troupe featuring Brian Fleming and Aisling Lyons.
From Anne Gildea, the woman who taught you How to Get The Menopause and Enjoy It, returns with her fabulous, hilarious show, Further Adventures in WOMANING. Come along and find out what everyone has been talking about!
Musician Aindrias de Staic brings his celebrated storytelling show By the Light of the Silvery Moon to The Courthouse Arts Centre on Friday 16 October, joined by his exceptional Bardic Troupe featuring Brian Fleming and Aisling Lyons.
From Anne Gildea, the woman who taught you How to Get The Menopause and Enjoy It, returns with her fabulous, hilarious show, Further Adventures in WOMANING. Come along and find out what everyone has been talking about!
Al’s brand new show ALGORITHM packs out the laughs with his unique brand of exciting, energetic and fun loving comedy! ★★★★ “Gloriously upbeat…irrepressible stand up storytelling” (Chortle) ★★★★ “Dazzling… Brilliant and very funny!” (The Scotsman) Book now for a side splitting show from one of Ireland’s very few Perrier Award nominated comics!
Bringing belly laughs and brilliantly bonkers characters to stages across Ireland and beyond, The Shortt's– an irreverent and endearing Irish father-daughter sketch comedy act – are redefining what it means to be a comedic double act.
In her brand new stand up show, one half of comedy duo DirtBirds, Sinéad Culbert explores the extreme dangers of growing up in the 80’s, the pitfalls of parenting, the myths about marriage and the genuine joy of not giving a shit !
Dame Stuffy, the self-appointed Queen of Ballymun, has become a firm favourite with audiences across Ireland thanks to her razor-sharp wit and outrageous humour in the style of legends like Lily Savage and Joan Rivers. Known for bringing laughter and sparkle to packed theatres up and down the country, she blends quick-fire comedy with a larger-than-life personality that never fails to entertain. This show is guaranteed to leave you in stitches.
Acting the Divil explores the funny side of modern fitness culture, the quiet truth of a long-term, childless relationship.
The Courthouse Outreach/Educational Arts Programme reaches out and engages with people of all ages and ability. The Outreach & Education Programme works with schools, youth services, adults, and disability groups to build links across generations that otherwise would not have access to or engage with the Arts. The Courthouse believes that by placing emphasis on creating a culturally diverse and inclusive Programme we build much needed social capital and strengthen the link between the Arts and the Community.
7.30pm to 9.30pm
Free class (donations welcome)
2nd Wednesday of every month
Discover, Experience, Transform. Join this class to relax, sit comfortably and learn techniques to reduce stress, increase happiness, enhance focus and achieve calmness
Facilitator: Ann Keary
11am to 12.30pm
€5
Wednesday, Weekly
The women’s choir returns to The Courthouse Arts Centre 18th September. New members welcome.
Facilitator: Ann Keary
7.30pm
1st Thursday every month
The writer’s group meets once a month in The Green Room at The Courthouse Arts Centre to exchange ideas and skills.
New members welcome
2nd and 4th Thursday every month from September 22nd 2022
7.30pm to 9.30pm
Toastmasters International teaches public speaking and leaderships skills. It has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders.
New members welcome
7.30pm – 9.30pm
FREE
3rd Monday every month
ICA returns 16th September. It brings women together in fellowship and through co-operative effort, to develop and improve the standard of rural and urban life having regard for our Irish culture and to encourage the use of the Irish language in the affairs of Bantracht na Tuaithe.
Friday 10am – 1pm
€15 drop in
€60 for 5 classes
If you are interested in taking up art, or going back to art, why not come along and develop your skills, practise. A great opportunity to meet new people. New members welcome.
Facilitator: Tina Mouritzen
The Education and Outreach Programme at the Courthouse is always changing due to the needs of the community. For up to date events, days and times please email the Education and Outreach Officer.