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Once again we extend a warm welcome to all who attend the Midsummer Events at Ballykeeffe 2008! These special days hope to bring a broad range of entertainment in which we can celebrate our present day community, while also reflecting on our history and heritage.

We hope that there will be something to interest all from Chapterhouse Theatre’s “King Arthur” to Classical concert, creative murals to nature walks, Local History Lecture from Dr Martin Mansergh T.D. and much more. We are also looking forward to an eclectic mix of local, national and international artists From “Heavy Metal” band “Saxon” to the massed ranks of the renowned Garda Band. Family Fun Day is packed with fun for all. It includes entertaining magician, Bouncy slides, rides and lots more! A thoroughly enjoyable day for all the family. It is all here within the stunning setting that is Ballykeeffe Quarry Amphitheatre! Moya Brennan’s first impression said it all “áit draíochta” a magical place.

Starting off with another in our series of lectures on topics of local interest in the beautiful St. Aidan’s Church in nearby Kilmanagh on June 27th and running through to Kilkenny Arts Festival in August, we have a very busy summer ahead. Our thought provoking series of lectures have proved very popular and have sketched the social and religious history of Kilmanagh from the arrival of the first monks to the foundation of the state.

So take look at the programme for 2008 and prepare to enjoy a truly memorable experience at Ballykeeffe Quarry Amphitheatre. Remember that our events take place in the great outdoors so dress according to the weather. However if it happens to rain the event will usually be held indoors.

There is stone seating capable of holding 350 people and a terraced grass bank which takes as many more. Plus lots of space around the stage area, a paved limestone circle. A 10 mtr. By 10 mtr.

Ballykeeffe is 8 miles from Kilkenny city on the R 695 road and special signs are put in place when concerts are going on.

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".
  

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.

Be sure to take in a concert here, you will be glad you did!!

 
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