Author: Séamas Sheils
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We dare to dream of an island of equals
Live in-person launch of Des Geraghty’s new book Clé Club chair, Des Geraghty, is preparing for the live in-person launch of his family memoir, We Dare to Dream of an Island of Equals, in the Hodges Figgis bookshop in Dawson St, Dublin 2 on March 16. This follows the online launch (via Zoom) in December.…
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“You may strain your muscles to brag of Brussels”
From Tithe Wars to Broadway:A musical odyssey through the Irish Midlands The Clé club returns to Liberty Hall on Wednesday March 2, leaving behind the world of frozen screens, muted singers and echoey pipers. Join us in person at 8pm in the Cois Life Bar in Liberty Hall, as we go on a musical odyssey…
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Ómos Vinny Caprani
“At this time when death seems to be permeating the air and so many close friends were passing on, I was particularly saddened to learn of the death of my old friend and comrade Vinny Caprani. Vinny was a man who exuded fun and excitement at all times and lifted the hearts of all who…
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Ómós: Manus agus Tony
The Clé Club has lost two dear friends in recent weeks – Manus O’Riordan and Tony MacMahon. Manus died suddenly from a heart attack aged 72 on September 26, while Tony passed away on October 8 after a prolonged illness at the age of 82. In both cases, they were individuals of intellectual rigour and…
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Cancellation
We regret to advise that the session scheduled for Wednesday, March 18 in Liberty Hall, Dublin will not now take place. In light of the ongoing public health concerns surrounding Covid 19, we believe it is better to be safe than sorry! We hope that the Clé Club will be able to resume on April…
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Sing out for the Planet
Wednesday February 26, 7.30pm, Liberty Hall Theatre, Dublin 1 This specially themed session of the Clé Club will engage with the issues of climate change and the protection of the environment as well as celebrating the natural world. Songs and tunes from the floor on these topics will be welcome from 8pm. The session will…
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And all they will call us…
January 15, 8pm, Liberty Hall Theatre, Dublin 1 An evening of music and songs of protest against racism and xenophobia. In the spirit of Peter Seeger, Woody Guthrie and Ewan MacColl, the Clé Club welcomes 2020 with a positive message of inclusion and hope, remembering Ireland’s own history as a nation which has often depended…
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Sing Songs Merrily on High
Wednesday December 11, 8pm, Liberty Hall Theatre, Dublin 1 An evening of seasonal songs, appropriate airs and tunes for the times. Join the Cle Club regulars for an evening of festive fun and exceptional entertainment. All soloists, singers, storytellers, seers and sages welcome – along with attentive listeners. Please note date.
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John Sheahan and Michael Howard
Wednesday, November 20, 8pm. Liberty Hall Theatre, Dublin 1. Musician, composer and national treasure, John Sheahan of the Dubliners, will play a special set at the Clé Club with his long-time sparring partner, Michael Howard. Fear an tí for the night will be Eamonn Hunt. We also expect some fine performers from the floor. Admission…
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Kevin Conneff
Wednesday, September 18. 8pm. Liberty Hall, Dublin 1. A Chieftain for over 40 years, Kevin Conneff has provided the vocal power and the rhythmic underpinning to the band that has popularised Irish traditional music around the world. With a pedigree that stretches back to the iconic Tradition Club, Kevin’s appearance as the special guest at…
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