Guinness Cork Jazz Festival 2025 – Rejjie Snow

Rejjie Snow is an Irish hip-hop artist and fine artist known for his unique style, sharp storytelling, and global perspective. Since breaking through with his debut EP Rejovich (2013), he’s built an international following with acclaimed projects like The Moon & You (2017), his debut album Dear Annie (2018)—praised with 5-star reviews from The Guardian and NME—and Baw Baw Black Sheep (2021), featuring MF DOOM, Tinashe, and Snoh Aalegra.

Snow has toured with Kendrick Lamar and Madonna, collaborated with Joey Bada$$, Aminé, and Loyle Carner, and partnered with heritage sportswear brand C.P. Company. With hundreds of millions of streams and recognition from Pitchfork as “Ireland’s most promising young rapper,” he remains a powerful voice in international hip-hop.

His latest album, PEACE 2 DA WORLD, reflects a new era of maturity and freedom—shaped by fatherhood and inspired by time spent in Brazil, Lagos, Los Angeles, and beyond. Rich with global influences and deeply personal lyricism, it stands as his most cohesive and confident work to date.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Strictly 18+.

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Finbar Wright

Finbar Wright’s career makes for fascinating reading.

Performances with legendary superstars such as Montserrat Caballé and Jerry Lee Lewis established him as a worldwide name in music.

Several chart-topping album collaborations with Mike Batt made his rich voice instantly recognisable and captivating.

His concerts at Cork Opera House have always been special and he returns for one night only. Buy your tickets now as it’s sure to sell out fast!


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lightning, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by and seated next to a parent/guardian aged 18+

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control.

Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Mary Black – The Slán Tour

“I’ve been thinking long and hard about retiring and have finally decided that the time has come for me to step away from life on the road… this next Irish tour will be my last: The Slán Tour.
It’s been an incredible journey over the past 45+ years , full of highs, some challenges, and many unforgettable moments. While it’s not easy to say goodbye, I know the time is right to close this chapter.
To everyone who has supported and followed me down through the years, thank you from the bottom of my heart.
I also owe a huge debt of gratitude to my loyal band: Bill Shanley, Pat Crowley, Richie Buckley, Nick Scott and Liam Bradley, whose amazing talents and friendship enriched my touring life.
With these great musicians by my side again, I intend to make this final tour very special and one to remember!
Hope you’ll join us for this last farewell.
Love,
Mary X”


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Breathe – The Pink Floyd Experience

With their brand-new show, Breathe – The Pink Floyd Experience celebrate one of the greatest albums of all time – Dark Side of the Moon – performed live in its entirety. The concert will also feature a powerful set of Pink Floyd fan favourites, delivered with all the passion, musicianship and atmosphere that have made Breathe one of the country’s most acclaimed tribute acts.

Formed in 2015, Breathe brings together the cream of Ireland’s session musicians, whose members have performed with some of the nation’s most iconic artists including Sinead O’Connor, Westlife, Sharon Shannon, Mary Black, Shane McGowan, Imelda May, The Commitments, Donovan, Clannad, Gavin Friday, Jack L, Brian Kennedy, Rebecca Storm, The Irish Tenors, The RTE Concert Orchestra, Brian Downey and Eric Bell (Thin Lizzy).

Don’t miss this spectacular celebration of Pink Floyd’s music – a night to remember for fans old and new.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by and seated next to a parent/guardian aged 18+

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

The High Kings

Ireland’s leading folk group, The High Kings, are set to excite Cork fans once again.

As global ambassadors of Irish heritage and storytelling, The High Kings have consistently brought the timeless tradition of folk music to audiences worldwide, earning them chart-topping success and widespread acclaim. With their signature blend of classic tradition and modern edge, The Rocky Road Tour promises to be a vibrant showcase of Irish culture, energy, and musicality.

Following a record-breaking 2025 – including a sold-out world tour, a headline performance at the legendary Troubadour in Los Angeles, a feature on Disney’s critically acclaimed Only Murders in The Building, and over 5 million weekly streams – the band are showing no signs of slowing down. 

The Rocky Road Tour 2026 will build on this global success, offering audiences a high-energy live show that reinforces The High Kings’ place at the forefront of Irish folk. With a renewed focus on storytelling, musicianship, and connection, the tour reflects the group’s ongoing commitment to honouring Ireland’s folk legacy while pushing creative boundaries.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by and seated next to a parent/guardian aged 18+

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Guinness Cork Jazz Festival 2025 – Lee Fields and The Expressions

Soul music pours out of Lee Fields, as free and unstinting as God’s love.

Hailed by Rolling Stone for “his classic American soul sound,” Lee Fields is arguably the greatest pure soul singer alive today. In an age when the shelf life of an artist largely depends on posturing and trends, he has proven to be an unassailable force of nature.

His prolific five-decades-plus career spans more than twenty albums and over forty singles, a supreme, still-evolving body of work which continues to garner attention via samples by such heavyweight artists as J. Cole, Travis Scott, Rick Ross, and A$AP Rocky as well as outside-the-box collaborations like the worldwide dance club hit, “Jealousy,” with French DJ/ producer Martin Solveig.

Support on the night from Toshín.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Strictly 18+.

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

My Heart Will Go On : The Ultimate Tribute to Celine Dion

Step into the world of Celine Dion like never before with My Heart Will Go On, a breathtaking concert experience that brings the legendary singer’s iconic hits to life. This electrifying production has been wowing audiences across Europe for four years, earning critical acclaim and rave reviews for its powerhouse performances and unforgettable musical journey.

Featuring a sensational live band, My Heart Will Go On takes concertgoers on a thrilling ride through four decades of Celine Dion’s greatest songs. From timeless classics like The Power of Love and It’s All Coming Back to Me Now to the soulful All By Myself and the unforgettable ballad My Heart Will Go On, each performance captures the magic and heart of Celine’s unparalleled career.

A must-see for fans and music lovers alike, this celebration of Celine Dion’s music promises to leave you inspired, moved, and filled with the energy of her extraordinary legacy. Don’t miss your chance to experience the music that has touched hearts around the world.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Remembering Joe – The Dolan Family

The Dolan family are proud to announce the highly anticipated return of ‘The Annual Joe Dolan Tour’ following sell out performances countrywide. The 2026 Nationwide tour will mark the 19th Anniversary since Joe’s passing in 2007 and yet his music is as popular as ever.

Joe Dolan’s most favoured song ‘You’re Such A Good Looking Woman’ was featured in the Disney smash hit film ‘Cruella’ . While contemporaries such as Robbie Williams, Damon Albarn of Blur, the late Shane McGowan and Morrissey of the Smiths have covered Joe’s music in their live shows.

To mark his legacy and his life, Joe’s family are on tour with their show ‘Remembering Joe’.

Joe’s brother Ben who shared the stage with his younger brother for 47 fun-filled years, will highlight Joe’s successful singing career. He will be joined on stage by Joe’s Niece Sandra, Nephews Adrian and Ray with Singer Karen Carroll and members of Joe’s original backing band. A nostalgic evening of hit after hit. There is ‘No Show Like A Joe Show’ was the catchphrase used to describe Joe’s live shows and how they used to put people in a happy mood.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

Norma – Bellini

Passion. Betrayal. Divine Music.

In the hauntingly beautiful world of Bellini’s Norma, a Druid high priestess is torn between her sacred vows and forbidden love for an enemy commander. Norma has secretly had two children with her Roman lover, but when he turns his affections to another, his betrayal ignites a harrowing chain of events, forcing her to contemplate unthinkable revenge.

From the iconic aria “Casta diva” to the opera’s devastating finale, Bellini’s score is a masterwork of bel canto brilliance with some of opera’s most emotionally charged music. Every note reveals the raw, human cost of love and sacrifice. Georgian soprano Salome Jicia sings Norma, a tour de force role of vocal artistry made famous by Maria Callas. Guatemalan tenor Mario Chang (La traviata 2024), described by the New York Times as “a born bel canto tenor” is Pollione, the Roman commander.

Norma is conducted by Maurizio Benini. Long-time INO collaborator Orpha Phelan (La bohème 2023, Don Pasquale 2022 & Cinderella 2019) directs, with set & costume design by Madeleine Boyd. Featuring the Irish National Opera Orchestra and chorus.


Norma is sung in Italian with English surtitles.

SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE:  Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.

The Dire Straits Experience

Featuring former Dire Straits member Chris White and six world class musicians.

In 1995, Dire Straits played their final shows – and for millions of fans, it felt like the end of an era. Yet their timeless songs never stopped capturing hearts. Now, The Dire Straits Experience brings that music roaring back to life.

Fronted by original Dire Straits member Chris White and featuring six world-class musicians, the band delivers an electrifying live show packed with classics like Sultans of Swing, Money for Nothing, Private Investigations, and many more.

Praised around the globe as the closest you’ll ever get to the original, The Dire Straits Experience recreates the magic with stunning authenticity. Chris White himself says that Terence Reis is the only artist who can match the vocal and guitar mastery of Mark Knopfler – and that’s a statement from someone who knows.

With a line-up of musicians who have performed alongside Paul McCartney, Eric Clapton, David Bowie, Mick Jagger, Tina Turner, and Mike Oldfield, every performance is a celebration of one of the greatest rock bands in history.

The music is still alive – don’t miss it.


SPECIAL EFFECTS: This production may contain Strobe Lighting, Flashing Lights, Smoke and Haze.

AGE GUIDANCE: Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult

*Performance schedule and times are subject to change and may be affected by illness or events beyond the producers’ or venues’ control. Performers, dates, times, prices, and fees are subject to change without notice.