DERRYGONNELLY Country music star Rachel McConnell recently teamed up with BBC Radio Ulster as part of their fundraiser for Children in Need. The local singer was part of a live radio broadcast from Foyleside Shopping Centre in Derry, with all proceeds raised from the event going towards BBC Children in Need. A staggering £45.5 million […]
Fermanagh band get set to shine on stage with Daniel
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Fermanagh band Tully is set to take centre stage on national television alongside Donegal superstar Daniel O’Donnell. Tully, from the Knocks area, is set to appear on ‘Opry le Daniel’, TG4’s popular country music series. The group will feature in the Country Folk episode airing Tuesday, November 11, joining a stellar line-up that includes Ceol […]
Autumn programme strikes a chord at the Ardhowen
The Ardhowen Theatre has unveiled a packed autumn line-up, with something to suit every taste, from choral and country to folk, yoga and dance. Caritas, the contemporary classical mixed-voice choir directed by Helen Hamill, will once again take to the stage for its annual Variety Concert on Thursday, September 25, at 8pm. Now celebrating more […]
Fermanagh talent shines in haunting adaption of Carrie
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Fermanagh Musical Theatre Group took to the Ardhowen stage last night for the opening performance of Carrie, the chilling musical adaptation of Stephen King’s iconic novel. Running from August 20th to 23rd, the show delves into powerful themes of difference, isolation, religious extremism, and, ultimately, empowerment. At its core, Carrie is a haunting tale of […]
‘Tully’ heading for the Hotel Kilmore
FERMANAGH band ‘Tully’ is preparing to collaborate with “some of Ireland’s best” talents at a special concert at the Hotel Kilmore in Cavan to celebrate the life of its former owner. The family-band has been confirmed as one of the main performers for a gig this Monday night, which is being held to raise money […]
Shakin’ Stevens to be honoured in Fermanagh
A LARGE crowd is expected to turn out to the Ardhowen Theatre later this month when a leading tribute act honours the achievements and commitments of music legend Shakin’ Stevens. Michael Barratt, a 76-year-old from Wales, commonly known for his stage name ‘Shakin’ Stevens’, is one of the UK’s biggest selling singles artists and he’s renowned […]
Roaring success for young Fermanagh performers
TICKETS went like ‘greased lightning’ for the Fermanagh School of Music and Performing Arts’ rendition of Grease Young@Part. The four shows took place daily from the 17th to the 20th of July at the Ardhowen Theatre and audiences enjoyed a heart-warming performance with laughter and several musical numbers. Set in the 1950’s, the show follows the story […]
‘Fermanagh’s Got Country’ to return
THE Ardhowen Theatre is expected to be sold-out next week when some of the county’s leading Country music artists collaborate for a standout night of entertainment in Enniskillen. Excitement is building in the county for the upcoming ‘Fermanagh’s Got Country’ event which is set to take place at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen on Thursday, […]
Ugandan children’s choir stops off in Fermanagh
A CHILDREN’s choir from Uganda recently made trip to Fermanagh to raise ‘awareness about third world poverty’ during her two stop-off tour of the county. Members of Abaana New Life Choir recently showcased their talents at Marble Arch Caves, before entertaining a large crowd at Church of Holy Trinity Archdale Centre in Lisnaskea. The New Life […]
Fermanagh singer Jake Carter’s album is a big hit
AFTER releasing his debut album, Fermanagh singer Jake Carter has said his music career is on a ‘crazy rollercoaster’. The Liverpudlian singer recently took a major step in his career by releasing a five-track album, titled ‘Point of You’. Carter’s new album has gone down a treat with music fans from across the island and […]