Reeling in The Showband Years

Thursday 22th February 2024
Location: Watergate Theatre, Parliament Street, Kilkenny. R95 D320
RTE’s Ronan Collins is Host and Compare.

Red Hurley
A living Legend of showbiz for the past 40 years. One of The Superstar of The Showband Era! Has had a huge International Carrier and has been feted from Las Vegas to The deep South of USA.

His great big soaring voice has captivated audiences since he hit the stage With The Nevada Showband. Still a major force in Irish showbiz. Hear his stunning voice on “How Great Thou Art” and “When” to up tempo Songs Like “Tennessee Special” and all of his other massive hit records.

Linda Martin – A Superstar of Showbiz
Lead Singer with that great band “Chips” Winner of the Eurovision Song Contest in 1992 with “WHY ME”. TV Presenter on multiple shows for RTE

All Her smash hit songs will all be included. We are delighted, to have this World Renowned Performer in the line-up for our 12th Anniversary Tour!

Ronan Collins “RTE’S Mr. Music” sings his renowned tributes to The Great Joe Dolan, The Eurovision and much more!

Keith and Lorraine McDonald
This great Brother and Sister combination from one of the oldest musical families in Ireland. Their Father, Frankie was trumpet player with Joe Dolan for many years. Lorraine is one of the brightest talents to emerge from the late Showband era and Keith is a star in his own right! Watch their smash hit show “Keith & Lorraine’s Music Hour”

Shaun O’Dowd
With his band “Ding-A-ling” he was one of the biggest drawing acts in Ireland right through the 70’s. He topped the charts for weeks with his smash hit records
“You Are No Angel” and “It’s Good To See You” All you could ask for in an entertainer. An outstanding top class Artist!

Dave Lawlor
This Tullamore man’s magnificent voice will capture you. Had a massive hit with his smash hit record ”Showband’s on Parade” In the Seventies!!

The Conquerors Showband
One of the greatest Showbands of them all and still packing them in everywhere they go. The Galway boys went to No. One with “Baby Blue” and had many more hits.
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