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CIFET Level 5 Showcase: Us And Them & Candid

Carlow Institute Performing Arts and Music Performance courses proudly present an evening of theatre and music. First up, the Performing Arts students will present US and Them , following them enjoy Candid, a live music performance.

Thursday 27th March 2025

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Robert Mizzell 25th Anniversary Concert

Join Robert Mizzell & The Country Kings as they celebrate 25 incredible years of music.

Friday 28th March 2025

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St Leo's College Presents Matilda and the Revolting Children

Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda is a joyous show not to be missed.

Wednesday 2nd - Friday 4th April 2025

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Sharon Shannon Live In Concert

Sharon Shannon is back at VISUAL for another wonderful evening of music.

Saturday 5th April 2025

The Luke Kelly Story

The Luke Kelly Story

Created and performed by the renowned Dublin singer Chris Kavanagh, this show with brings the audience on a journey through Luke’s music.

Friday 11th April 2025

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Declan Nerney & Guests in Concert

Join Declan and his super live band for a nostalgic night of music, song and laughter.

Sunday 13th April 2025

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A Certain Slant of Light: a response

Zoë O’Reilly

A response by Zoë O’Reilly to A Certain Slant of Light, an exhibition showcasing the work of participants from Forward Steps Family Resource Centre, Bagenalstown Family Resource Centre, and Carlow County Development Partnership, created during 12 weeks of workshops led by artist Sophie Béhal.

What a Gazan Should Do During an Israeli Air Strike

Mosab Abu Toha

A poem by Mosab Abu Toha, originally published in the New York Review of Books, and republished here with the kind permission of the author.

We Start Together and Change Again

Emma Dwyer

A Response to Ulla von Brandenberg’s Under Water Ball by arts writer Emma Dwyer

News

Call for Presentations and Workshops: Portal Spring Regional Day 2025

Portal Spring Regional Day at VISUAL Carlow on Saturday 17th May. Submission Deadline: Wednesday 2 April 2025 at 5pm.

Open Call: Artworks 2025 'Dreamtime Ireland'

VISUAL and Carlow Arts Festival invites applications for Artworks 2025 'Dreamtime Ireland', the annual open call exhibition. Deadline is Friday 21 March 2025 at 5pm.

VISUAL Turns 15: Celebrating the Energy of a Creative Teen

VISUAL is celebrating its 15th birthday—a milestone that marks its transformation into a sprightly, fun-loving teenager.