Amphitheatre Ballykeeffe, Kilmanagh, Kilkenny

Welcome Ballykeefe Amphitheatre 2012

Summer is here once again and Ballykeefe Amphitheatre is set to become a hive of activity once again as we host a series of events for you to enjoy! We've been very busy so far organising and we have just recently erected a new canopy which covers the stage area. This year, something for everyone is catered for. Check out our Event Guide below to find something that suits you!

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April 29th	Family Fun in the Outdoors Family Fun in the Outdoors, Walk in Ballykeeffe Wood and BBQ and live music in the Amphitheatre. Charge for BBQ.
June 24th - Family Fun Day 2012	Family Fun Day 2012 Family Fun Day – This exceptional venue will be hive activity, having the return of the Mountain Rescue Team, Arts and Crafts Table, Irish Dancing, Lively entertainment, Bouncy Castles, Tug of War, Meet Pet Calves and Lambs and various other farm animals. You can enjoy the Barbeque, and have a look at our new Canopy which is the comittees pride and Joy. Hope to see you there.
July 12th Pride & Prejudice	July 12th Pride & Prejudice 7.30pm Chapterhouse Theatre Tour Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen Take a step back in time with Chapterhouse Theatre Company to meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters. Whilst her mother tries determinedly to pair her off with the detestable Mr Collins, Elizabeth meets the rude and abrupt Mr Darcy. But is there more to him than meets the eye? Join family and friends for what promises to be the most splendid evening of the summer as you picnic under a beautiful summer sky and revel in this most renowned of love stories. After all, it is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.
August 11th	August 11th - Concert Concert: Act to be confirmed

Event Guide 2012

Events will run throughout the summer from June to September. Please note that Ballykeefe Amphitheatre is an outdoor venue so even if its sunny leaving home, bring an umbrella or a jumper just in case!!!

2nd September (2pm) - Bavarian Wind Youth Orchestra

Bavarian Wind Youth Orchestra, All people interested in Climbing will be invited to listen to this unique event.

Quotes from Artists that have played here:

	Moya Brennan. " What a unique experience! There can't be anywhere else like Ballykeeffe in Ireland. Playing there was a pleasure - its intimate and easy to connect with the audience but at the same time there's a sense of grandeur and drama beneath the magnificent rockface. A gem of a place and I'm sure destined to become a favourite with all kinds of performers".

	Noirinn Ni Riain. " The amphitheatre was special and magical community resource. The dramatic cliff face of the old quarry makes for a very impressive backdrop and the tiered seating is beautifully landscaped in a way that also maximises the acoustics".

ANÚNA "To return to this unique venue is always a pleasure, and we are assured of a warm welcome at all times - thank you"

Experience The Unforgettable A deep, worked-out quarry, nestling beneath Ballykeeffe Wood and Nature Reserve, offers acoustics and a setting designed to provide an unforgettable and memorable evening. Leading performers have thrilled audiences here - Anuna, Kila, Cora Venus Lunny, Dublin Welsh Male Voice Choir.