Ballyfin Players to perform MJ Ginnelly’s comedy ‘Wake in the West’ at Mountmellick Arts...
Ballyfin Players Winter production of the hilarious comedy ‘Wake in the West’ by MJ Ginnelly is coming to the Balcony Theatre, Mountmellick Arts Centre...
In Pictures: Amazing collection of pictures showcasing many wonderful events from Leaves Festival 2024
The Leaves Festival 2024 came to a thrilling conclusion over the weekend, as the best of Irish writing and music was on show across...
From Broadway to Portlaoise – Beloved musical ‘Guys and Dolls’ set to dazzle the...
Portlaoise Musical Society celebrate their 25th Anniversary this year with their most spectacular show yet – 'Guys and Dolls' - at Dunamaise Arts Centre...
In Pictures: St Brigid exhibition launched at Laois Arthouse
The official opening ceremony for 'Finscéal - The legend of St Brigid in words and images' took place this week at Laois Arthouse and...
Laois-based band set to perform in Kavanagh’s for ‘Hometown Show’
A Laois located folk-punk band known as The Outcast Crew are set to perform in Kavanagh's bar & venue, Portlaoise, on Friday, November 15.
The...
Midlands Science Festival present Bohemian Strings in concert in Portlaoise
As part of the Midlands Science Festival, Midlands Science will host a special free concert in Portlaoise Library on Wednesday, November 13.
Dr Claire O’Connell,...
In Pictures: Tionól Harp and Pipes Festival 2024 a magical success
The Tionól Harp and Pipes Festival 2024 took place across the first weekend of November, with workshops and concerts these traditional musical instruments and...
‘Finscéal – Legend of St Brigid in words and images’ exhibition at Stradbally Arthouse
Laois Arthouse Stradbally are set to present an exhibition called 'Finscéal – The legend of St Brigid in words and images,' which brings together...
Laois Writers Group presents ‘WordsUnLaoised’ with author John McKenna set to launch
As part of the Laois Leaves Festival, Laois Writers Group will present the launch of new book 'WordsUnLaoised' at Portlaoise Library on Wednesday, November 6,...
In Pictures: Laughs and education as Colm O’Regan’s ‘Climate Worrier’ show comes to Laois
Renowned comedian and author Colm O'Regan performed his acclaimed show, Climate Worrier, to a packed audience at PJ Kavanagh’s Pub in Portlaoise recently.
The event...
Timahoe Male Choir confirmed as Pints In A Field 3 line-up announced by The...
The 2 Johnnies, Basshunter and the Vengaboys are set to rock a festival in Dublin next summer - and so will The Timahoe Male...
Laois rural artist urges people to mind their language on illness
A rural artist from Laois has performed in ‘Illness As Metaphor’, an adaptation of American critic Susan Sontag’s book, by renowned Dublin-based theatre company, Dead...
The 2 Johnnies wax lyrical about the Timahoe Men’s Choir following RTE TV show...
The 2 Johnnies Late Night Lock In continues on RTE tonight but the the lads behind it are still talking about what happened last...
Local star all set to perform at newly refurbished Balcony Arts Theatre
With three number one songs and a chart-topping album in the official Irish charts, Mountmellick folk singer, Emer Dunne, has been making her mark...
Bumper list of events announced for Leaves Festival of Writing and Music 2024
The Leaves Festival 2024 brings the best of Irish writing and music to County Laois next month, from Wednesday, November 6, to Saturday, November...
Huge Laois involvement in second episode of The 2 Johnnies Late Night Lock In...
There are set to be some very familiar faces gracing your TV screens later this week.
The second episode of the second season of The...
Fashion show announced to raise funds for rural Laois national school
The Parent’s Association of Knock National School, Ballinakill, are hosting a Fashion Show, in aid of the school, on Friday, October 4, in Abbeyleix...
Portlaoise woman to represent Laois at Miss Universe Ireland 2024
Veronica Campelo from Portlaoise has been chosen to represent Laois at Miss Universe Ireland 2024, which takes place this coming weekend.
The event will be...
Laois woman all set to appear on popular British TV show Countdown
Laois resident and Managing Director of The CUBE Low Carbon Centre of Excellence, Caroline Hofman, is set to appear on the iconic Channel 4...
All systems go as Knock Vintage Men’s Shed set to host annual threshing festival
Knock Vintage Men’s Shed will bring the country’s rich agricultural heritage to life when it hosts its annual threshing festival in Spink this weekend.
“The...
WATCH: Laois girls centre of attention at recent Coldplay gig in Vienna as Croke...
Coldplay fans from all across the country descended upon Croke Park last night to sing along with one of the most popular bands of...
Forge: The Laois/Carlow four-piece Indie rock band who are all set for Electric Picnic
The last few months have been hectic for four-piece Indie rock band Forge and they are now set to play Electric Picnic.
It began by...
Amanda Kelly presents ‘Power of Words’ events in Abbeyleix, based on her successful writing...
A new creative venture ‘Power of Words Events’ has just been launched by Laois woman, Amanda Kelly.
The new venture will offer residential writing retreats,...
In Pictures: Coolboy celebrate their debut single in Kavanagh’s Bar
Local band ‘Coolboy’ performed in Kavanagh’s Bar on Sunday night to celebrate the release of their debut single.
The track titled ‘High Tide’ released on...
Laois band The Finns get American tour underway
Laois band The Finns - comprised of Rathdowney brothers Hugh and Ciaran - have brought their original folk music to America this month where they are...
Portarlington woman claims prestigious Best Dressed award at Galway Races – and €10,000 cash...
Portarlington woman Davinia Knight was crowned the winner of the 'Best Dressed Lady at the Galway Races on Thursday.
Thursday always marks Ladies Day at...
Durrow Scarecrow Festival set to get underway – for the last time in its...
The highly anticipated Durrow Scarecrow Festival returns this Sunday - for what will be the last year of the event in its current guise.
The...
In Pictures: Paddy Critchley launches month-long art exhibition at Laois Arthouse
An exhibition of work by Portlaoise artist, Paddy Critchley went on display at the Laois Arthouse in Stradbally on Friday evening.
The exhibition, entitled 'Staidéar...
Laois band The Outcast Crew unveil new album ‘Rovin’ Again’
The Outcast Crew, the raucous Laois trad-punk band, proudly announce the release of their highly anticipated sophomore album, "Rovin’ Again," available now on Warner...
In Pictures: Young musicians from Laois present Summer School of Rock and Pop Annual...
Young musicians and singers took to the stage in the new Outdoor Performance Space on the grounds of Laois Music Centre on Friday night,...