Glass Mask Theatre

Step into a transformed Glass Mask Theatre for a decadent night of live jazz music. With a nod to New York of the 1970's, GMT welcomes you to sit back and enjoy a glorious playlist of live jazz in our elegant boutique theatre.

Tengu Jazz is back this quarter! After four sold out shows in 2022 it’s definitely time to bring back this series. The fourth night welcomes special guests The Michael Buckley Quartet. Michael Buckley one of Ireland’s most renowned jazz musicians, he will be joined by some of Ireland’s leading players, pianist - Leopoldo Osio, bassist - Dave Redmond and drummer - Dylan Lynch draw on the jazz tradition, bringing a melodic and diverse set for this evening’s performance. Alba will be opening the night with an all vinyl set.

Howl Quartet is an award winning UK based project whose dynamic, expressive music focuses heavily on storytelling through melodic composition and improvisation. Following the successes of their first two releases, Howl Quartet’s third album, Night Song, is set for release in 2025. Formed of old friends and collaborators, this co-led acoustic quartet emerged in 2017 through a passion for developing a collective sound. Taking inspiration from artists such as Endangered Blood, The Bad Plus and Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band, there is an innate freedom and creative intensity to their music.

Howl Quartet is an award winning London based project whose dynamic, expressive music focuses heavily on storytelling through melodic composition and improvisation. Following the successes of their first two releases, Howl Quartet’s third album, Night Song, is set for release in 2025. Formed of old friends and collaborators, this co-led acoustic quartet emerged in 2017 through a passion for developing a collective sound. Taking inspiration from artists such as Endangered Blood, The Bad Plus and Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band, there is an innate freedom and creative intensity to their music.

The Italian Fusion Festival is proudly presented and organised by Radio Dublino, the first Italian-language radio show and video podcast in Ireland since 2013.

On Saturday, 15th November 2025, join us in the elegant setting of the United Arts Club in the heart of Georgian Dublin for an unforgettable evening celebrating the vibrant cultural exchange between Italy and Ireland.

Rendezvous Jazz Club invites you to join us for our Boutique Cabaret Night with Swing Version at The Venue at Walters. Step into a world where the intoxicating rhythms of jazz come alive in an atmosphere dripping with glamour and sophistication.

"Brady, a leading light in Irish jazz... his drumming is a deft mix of sensitivity and power..." - London Jazz News

Ireland's most noted rhythm section, drummer/composer Kevin Brady and bassist/composer Dave Redmond have finetuned their partnership over many years in ensembles including the RBG Trio, the Kevin Brady Electric Quartet, trio with Bill Carrothers and in partnership with a variety of other musicians, for renowned live performances and critically-acclaimed studio recordings. In this trio project, they join forces with Scott Flanigan on keys, for an evening of music highlighting the best in contemporary Irish jazz. Expect fluent improvisatory conversation, rich melodic material, and a driving groove.

This band, featuring some of London's most in demand musicians, is out on tour to promote their new album “Stars and Sand” which is being released with Glasgow based Vibe Collide records.

Luke Thomas & Una Healy present FLY ME TO THE MOON  a celebration of the Great American Songbook... Live in Dolans Limerick on November 30th 2025 (Strictly over 18’s)

After their acclaimed sold-out headline performances at Dublin’s Sugar Club, Cork Jazz Festival and Wexford Spiegeltent in 2024 former Saturday’s singer Una Healy & Ireland’s King Of Swing Luke Thomas along with The Swing Cats have just been announced their 2025 tour  They will perform at Dolans Limerick on November 30th.

From the mid-1960s until the present day, the Beatles have held a fascination for jazz musicians, with jazz greats such as Count Basie, Herbie Hancock and Brad Mehldau all recording numerous songs by the Fab Four. Our co-founder and pianist Scott Flanigan continues this tradition in 2022 with a special one-off concert celebrating 60 years since the Beatles’ debut single, Love Me Do. Scott has arranged two sets of music by the Beatles for piano trio, focusing on some of the well known classics but the lesser-known songs as well.

The Two Five One’s are back in the Oriel Centre, Dundalk Gaol on Saturday 22nd of November at 8pm for some pre- Christmas madness. Lots of classic music from The American Songbook along with our own original songs that fit the genre.

This show was sold out on our last two visits, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Enjoy a Speakeasy experience in the beautiful setting of The Oriel Centre in Dundalk as vintage jazz and blues duo, The Two Five Ones and guests take you back in time with music from the 1920s right through to the 1950s ....and beyond. This is a cabaret style event and is guaranteed to get you in a swing! Costume dress up is encouraged if you want to really get into the spirit of the prohibition period. So dust off your flapper dress and your fedora and enjoy a night out with a difference!

The Two Five Ones consist of Dara MacGabhann (vocals) and Andy Hogg (finger style guitar). Their repetoire spans music from the 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s along with some of their own original compositions from the two studio albums. Special guests on the night will include Alex Watson (upright bass) and John Cosgrove (saxophone) and guest vocalist Aoibhín Ní Ghabhann.

Feel free to dress in costume - but don't feel pressurized. (Mind you if last year is anything to go by there will quite an array of style on the night!

Testimonials from last year's Speakeasy Night in the Gaol:

''Captivating night in old Dundalk Gaol . We had magical music, stunning singing and a relaxed charming atmosphere. The songs were a trip down memory lane and the whole evening gave us a wonderful feel good factor. Dressing in 1920 style really added to the fun and provided a unique experience.''- Attracta

''I would like to share a note to let you know how much I enjoyed the Speakeasy Night in Dundalk Gaol last year. I’m really excited for the event again this year. The setting is rare to say the least, but very astute for the event. The band are so talented and gave variety with a number of guest singers also. You don’t have to dress up in 1920’s to enjoy but it definitely added to our experience and don’t be afraid to get up and dance, there is no prohibition on dancing.'' - Pearl

In 1977, Weather Report released “Heavy Weather”, with Joe Zawinul’s iconic “Birdland” opening the set, Wayne Shorter’s lyrical ballad “A Remark You Made,” and Jaco Pastorius redefining what the electric bass could do on “Teen Town”. The record brought jazz to a wider audience without sacrificing its adventurous spirit. Featuring the band’s classic lineup — Zawinul, Shorter, Pastorius, Alex Acuña, and Manolo Badrena — Heavy Weather remains a landmark in jazz history: sophisticated, soulful, and endlessly grooving.

Join saxophonist Harry Connolly and The Blackrock Quartet for a relaxed Sunday session at Pier Head, Blackrock, one of Cork’s most welcoming live-music spots overlooking the harbour.

Glass Mask Theatre

Step into a transformed Glass Mask Theatre for a decadent night of live jazz music. With a nod to New York of the 1970's, GMT welcomes you to sit back and enjoy a glorious playlist of live jazz in our elegant boutique theatre.

"Her sound is big and warm, her language firmly rooted in the swinging hard-bop and post-bop traditions of Sonny Rollins and Joe Henderson."- All About Jazz

Hayley Kavanagh is a Dublin-based saxophonist and flautist who’s become an active player on the Irish jazz scene since returning last year after a number of years living and performing in Prague and Berlin.