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Taylor Fever

DUE TO INCREDIBLE DEMAND – 1 FINAL DATE ADDED FOR 2025!

Limerick, get ready to be swept off your feet! 

Following SOLD OUT concerts in May & July – Taylor Fever, the ultimate tribute to the sensational Taylor Swift, is returning to UCH on August 12th, and you’re invited to join in on the excitement!

Secure your spot now by snagging your tickets before they vanish! 

Alongside a talented squad of dancers, this tribute act will have you grooving and belting out Taylor’s iconic tunes, from “Ready For It” to “Shake It Off” and beyond.

It’s more than just a concert; it’s a one-of-a-kind live experience that’ll create lasting memories for everyone, regardless of age. 

Don’t let this magical evening slip away – be a part of it!

*Show features mindblowing lighting and effects* 

Suitable for All Ages and U16's must be accompanied by an Adult. 


Special Effects : Please note that Strobe lighting may be used during this performance. If you have a history of seizures or are concerned about the potential effects of flashing lights, please contact the Box Office before booking to get further clarity on 061 331 549 / support@uch.ie
Disclaimer :University Concert Hall is a fully seated venue. However, please be advised that some performers may encourage audience participation, such as standing, dancing, or clapping. While this can enhance the live experience, it may impact sightlines for other patrons. Audience participation is at the discretion of the performers and is beyond the control of UCH.

Reeling in the Showband Years

RTE’s Ronan Collins is Host and Compare.  

Niamh Kavanagh

Eurovision Winner Niamh, is headlining the Showband show Bill this year!

A show definitely not to be missed. A larger-than-life personality, Niamh

gives it all once she goes on stage!!! Performing her renowned Eurovision winning song ‘In your Eyes’ and many more!

Gina From The Champions. 

A Superstar of Showbiz. Gina and The Champions dominated the Showband era with multiple hit records and sold out shows right around the country for decades  Her biggest hits included  "Minnie Minnie", "Do You Wanna Do It", "You're the Greatest Lover", "Who Do You Wanna Be", "Give Me Back My Love" and "Playing with Fire", plus many more. They were voted Top Irish Pop Band in voters polls year after year over the period also. She still belts it out and sounds as great.

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

Shaun O’Dowd. We are delighted to welcome back Shaun to this year’s show!

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!

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”

On Spotlight TV. Sky 365. It’s was Number One in the ratings for months!

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 sang “Baby Blue” and many more hits

The show’s exciting finale is an ALL Cast Salute to the Showband Era. 

All of the stars join in for a medley of songs from the unique Showband Years!  Bringing you back in time to this magical musical period.

It will send you home with great memories of wonderful and never to be repeated time in Irish popular music


Special Effects : Please note that Strobe lighting may be used during this performance. If you have a history of seizures or are concerned about the potential effects of flashing lights, please contact the Box Office before booking to get further clarity on 061 331 549 / support@uch.ie
Disclaimer :University Concert Hall is a fully seated venue. However, please be advised that some performers may encourage audience participation, such as standing, dancing, or clapping. While this can enhance the live experience, it may impact sightlines for other patrons. Audience participation is at the discretion of the performers and is beyond the control of UCH.

Queen by Candlelight

Direct from Carnegie Hall, New York and following a run of sell-out shows across the UK and Australia, join us for an incredible night of Queen Anthems, performed at the beautiful University Concert Hall, Limerick, by candlelight.

Featuring a spectacular cast of West End Singers, accompanied by an epic live rock band, experience Queen as you have never heard them before.
Featuring some of the most iconic songs of all time, including Bohemian Rhapsody, It’s a Kind of Magic, We Are The Champions, Who Wants to Live Forever and many more!
The Show Must Go On!

So, join us for this unforgettable experience guaranteed to Rock You!

ICO – Three Worlds

Step into Purcell’s sensual Abdelazer Suite, where the drama of 17th-century England comes alive in rich, theatrical sound. Drift into the heart of Bohemia with Dvořák’s joyful Serenade, bursting with melody and warmth. Then, journey to India for the world premiere of Ronan Guilfoyle’s vibrant tribute to percussion legend T.A.S. Mani, fusing bass guitar and raga Poorvi in a thrilling cross-cultural soundscape. A night where English elegance, Czech romance, and Indian rhythm meet in musical magic.

Mike Denver and Guests


 Mike Denver, one of Galway's favourite sons is riding the crest of a wave. His audience is vast throughout Ireland, North and South and he is now making inroads in the UK with some sell-out concerts in England and Scotland over the past couple of years. 
Mike's meteoric rise in popularity culminated with him been voted "Entertainer of the Year 2016' together with No 1 album of the Year 'Cut Loose' at the ACMA Awards on RTE TV. Mike to date has had 15'Hit' albums and 5 DVD's. 
With his excellent backing band Mike presents a two and a half hour high energy concert show which features all his 'Hits' including 'Tommy K', 'Wasn't that a Party’, ‘Galway Girl', "Blown Away', plus 'hits' from the 60's and 70'S.


Groups of 10+ receive 10% off each ticket. (Automatically applied at checkout.)

Special Effects : Please note that Strobe lighting may be used during this performance. If you have a history of seizures or are concerned about the potential effects of flashing lights, please contact the Box Office before booking to get further clarity on 061 331 549 / support@uch.ie
Disclaimer :University Concert Hall is a fully seated venue. However, please be advised that some performers may encourage audience participation, such as standing, dancing, or clapping. While this can enhance the live experience, it may impact sightlines for other patrons. Audience participation is at the discretion of the performers and is beyond the control of UCH.

ICO – Water Music

Deirdre McKay’s Meltwater evokes the fragile beauty of ice slowly melting, an emotional reflection on water in a time of climate change. With subtle, shimmering textures, it captures both the wonder of nature and the quiet urgency of a warming world. In contrast, Handel’s Water Music offers a lively dance-driven celebration of nature’s beauty drawing on historical grandeur and dance rhythms, for  performance on the Thames.  Evocative and enchanting these thought-provoking works will capture hearts.

ICO – 30th Anniversary Concert

Irish Chamber Orchestra celebrates 30th years at the heart of Limerick’s musical life. The night sparkles with Mícheál Ó Súilleabháin’s (Must Be More) Crispy and a historic debut: the ICO Youth Orchestra joins forces with ICO for vibrant works by Piazzolla, Sam Perkin, Kraggerud and more. Then, lose yourself in the sweeping drama of Atterberg’s Suite No. 3before a fiery, lyrical finale – Grieg’s storm-tossed String Quartet.

Neil Delamere – Reinventing The Neil

Our comedic adventurer returns with a brand new standup show, packed to the brim of tall tales and hilarious stories.

Join the star of the Blame Game, Live at the Apollo, QI and Celebrity Chase as he ponders the eternal question, if it ain't broke should he fix it?

“A wryly brilliant live performer” ***** – Sunday Times

"No TV camera could accurately measure the lightning speed of Delamere’s wit… breezily elicits belly laughs from each and every exchange" – The Irish Times

Julie Andrews: A 90th Birthday Celebration with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra

Dame Julie Andrews has enjoyed a career spanning seven decades. She is a multi-award-winning actor and singer, with an Academy Award, a BAFTA, two Emmys, three Grammys and six Golden Globe awards. Having first appeared in London’s West End in 1948, she rose to prominence on Broadway in The Boyfriend in 1954, followed by My Fair Lady and Camelot. She made her feature film debut in Mary Poppins, winning the Academy Award for Best Actress, and followed that success with a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in the Sound Of Music.

In her 90th year, the RTÉ Concert Orchestra – joined by vocalists Graham Bickley, Katie Birtill and Kelly Mathieson – celebrate her long and varied career with an evening of music that will include so many songs we have all grown to love.

Presented by the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, GRB Concerts and University Concert Hall

My Leonard Cohen 

For the very first time on the UCH Limerick stage Stewart D’Arrietta and his band will bring his rousing celebration of the late legendary Cohen’s best loved Music, Poetry and Stories to life right before your very eyes.

World class musicians offer gutsy and imaginative arrangements of the great singer-songwriter’s most powerful works , driven by D’Arrietta’s raw vocals. This is Cohen’s music as you’ve never heard it before.

The Classic Tower of Song, sensual I’m Your Man, and anthemic Hallelujah, are just a few of the Cohen Favourites given the D’Arrietta treatment. New Songs for 2025/26 include the heartrending Inmy Secret Life ,Kaleidoscopic Closing Time and menacing The Future.

D’Arrietta has enjoyed a long career as a performer ,composer and music director , performing in venues across the globe from New York to Tokyo. D’Arrietta on piano is joined by a Live band of celebrated International musicians.

He is the full package both as musician and entertainer  –Daily Telegraph

Surpasses Mere Imitation – Adelaide Advertiser

Not to be Missed – Daily Business Post.


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