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Eric Cantona sits down for an unscripted evening of Manchester United stories at Cork Opera House this week, while Triskel Arts Centre screens Gregg Araki's new film, I Want Your Sex, across three dates.
Coughlan's hosts four nights of its own Live Music Festival, including two sets from Lisa O'Neill, and Cyprus Avenue runs a late-week stretch of gigs finishing with Paul Oakenfold on Friday night.
Cork Opera House doubles up on Friday comedy with Gearóid Farrelly, and City Limits hosts Risteard Cooper the same night.
This is our pick of what's on this week. As always for a full event list check out the link at the bottom of the email.
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
I Want Your Sex
Tuesday 22 & 23 September · 18:00 · Triskel Arts Centre
Gregg Araki's new film follows Elliot, a recent graduate who takes a position with the artist Erika Tracy and becomes her chosen muse. Their relationship draws him into sex, obsession, power, betrayal and murder across a 90-minute running time, with Olivia Wilde, Cooper Hoffman and Charli XCX in the lead roles.
Eric Cantona – The King
Thursday 24 September · 20:00 · Cork Opera House
Manchester United legend Eric Cantona sits down for a live, unscripted interview about his career, hosted by master of ceremonies Jed Stone and followed by a memorabilia auction.
The Andrea Bocelli Experience
Sunday 27 September · 20:00 · Ballymaloe Grainstore, Shanagarry
Irish tenor Alan Fitzsimons and Galway soprano Rachel Goode lead this tribute show of classical and crossover pieces, with live accompaniment and staging. The production returns after touring Irish venues in 2025.
Lemoncello
Wednesday 23 September · 19:00 · Cyprus Avenue
The Cork duo of Laura Quirke and Claire Kinsella blend folk instrumentation with synths and electronic percussion. They're touring behind their second album, Perfect Place, following their self-titled 2024 debut.
Mick Flannery and guest Emmet Scanlan
Thursday 24 September · 19:30 · Coughlan's
Cork singer-songwriter Mick Flannery is joined by guest Emmet Scanlan, part of Coughlan's Live Music Festival.
Daire
Thursday 24 September · 22:00 · Cyprus Avenue
Daire's Connection tour pairs driving dance music with big room moments across an extended headline set. Support is to be announced.
Outlaw'd and Riseup Presents: Breaka
Friday 25 September · 22:30 · The Pavilion
Outlaw'd, the collaboration between NATMAC and James Abjure, gets support from RiseUp Soundsystem for this club date.
Paul Oakenfold
Friday 25 September · 23:00 · Cyprus Avenue
The veteran DJ and producer helped pioneer trance music through his Perfecto label, scored Hollywood films including The Bourne Identity and The Matrix Reloaded, and has collaborated with Madonna and U2.
Lisa O'Neill
Saturday 26 & 27 September · Coughlan's
Lisa O'Neill plays two dates as part of Coughlan's Live Music Festival, the second with guest Ferdia Foley.
George Houston and guest Julie O'Sullivan
Sunday 27 September · 19:30 · Coughlan's
Julie O'Sullivan joins George Houston for this Coughlan's Live Music Festival date.
Gearóid Farrelly: No Pressure
Friday 25 September · 20:00 · Cork Opera House
Irish comedian Gearóid Farrelly unpacks the chaos of modern life, drawing on a recent hospital stay, his pet's illness and a stint on Dancing with the Stars.
Risteard Cooper "Out Of His Head"
Friday 25 September · 20:00 · Cork Comedy Club, City Limits
The Après Match co-creator's solo show mixes impressions and sketches on current events, with character work spanning television, politics, the arts and sport.
To Hell in a Handbag
Sunday 27 September · 20:00 · The Everyman
This Wilde spin-off centres on two supporting characters from The Importance of Being Earnest, a rector and a governess whose respectable public lives hide blackmail and false identity. The production marks its 10th anniversary with this Cork date.
Skibbereen Walking Festival
Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September · Skibbereen & Surrounding Areas
West Cork's walking festival marks its 10th year, with a variety of walks around Skibbereen suited to all ages and abilities.
Kinsale Wellness Weekend
Saturday 26 to Sunday 27 September · 10:00 · Temperance Hall, Kinsale
Temperance Hall hosts a new weekend combining a market with talks and workshops on physical and mental wellbeing.
Peter O'Mahony
Monday 28 September · 20:00 · Cork Opera House
Sports broadcaster Joe Molloy interviews Peter O'Mahony on his path to the Munster and Ireland captaincy, timed to the launch of his autobiography, All In.
For a full overview of all events on this week in Cork check out our event listings page
UNTIL NEXT WEEK
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