The Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre is Kilkenny’s very own outdoor auditorium. Located beneath Ballykeeffe Wood and Nature Reserve the Amphitheatre boasts a state of the art canopy which enhances the deep, worked-out quarry to offer acoustics and a setting designed to provide an unforgettable and memorable experience of theatre and music. The canopy was erected in 2011 with the aid of LEADER funding. Why not follow us on Facebook for regular updates.
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| EVENTS 2013 | |
| 12th July |
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer for an evening of Regency wonderment as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood make their first forays into the exquisite world of eighteenth-century society. Bring a picnic along with family and friends and follow the sisters as they find their path and lose their hearts under a beautiful summer sky in their quest to find the perfect balance of sense and sensibility.
Chapterhouse prides itself on producing traditional and accessible theatre in the open-air and has received critical acclaim across the UK and Europe throughout its 13 years of touring. Every show is beautifully costumed with attention to detail and period, and features enchanting accompanied singing performed live by wonderful casts year in, year out. But don’t just take our word for it… “Another winning production from Chapterhouse” The Stage, 2012 “Yet another brilliant performance by Chapterhouse” The York Press, 2012 “worth catching them whatever the show, wherever they go” The Northern Echo, 2010 “open-air theatre at its best” Eastern Daily Press, 2009 “Another triumph for the company” Lincolnshire Echo, 2003 |
| Performers’ at Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre Testimonials |
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Moya Brennan ” What a unique experience! There can’t be anywhere else like Ballykeeffe in Ireland. Playing there was a pleasure – it’s 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”. |
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Liam Ó Maonlaí (Hothouse Flowers) “Ballykeeffe is an experience unto itself, it is a majestic place. A jewel in the land. To make music there is an adventure in itself.” |
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Noirinn Ni Riain ” The amphitheatre is a 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.” |
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ANÚNA “To return to this unique venue is always a pleasure, and we are assured of a warm welcome at all times – thank you” |
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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. |
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Moya Brennan ” What a unique experience! There can’t be anywhere else like Ballykeeffe in Ireland. Playing there was a pleasure – it’s 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”. |