What's on in Waterford: Festive favourites, comedy nights and a glimpse into the foster care system
Winterval returns this weekend for its 14th year, with a packed programme of events for the whole family to enjoy.
Winterval is back for its 14th year this weekend, bringing a packed schedule of family attractions, live music, Christmas markets and seasonal events to Waterford City every weekend from now until Christmas.
Almost half of this year's events will be available free of charge, according to Festival organisers, with all your festive favourites kicking off from 2pm on Friday, November 13, as the Christmas markets officially open.
The official Winterval light-up ceremony is scheduled for 5:30pm on Friday, with the streets to be lit up by 6pm and the first Winterval Illuminates show set for 6:30pm at Cathedral Square.
Local artists are inviting the community to discover original artwork and unique Christmas gifts this December as The SEA Art Group Christmas Art Exhibition returns.
Taking place from Friday, December 4, to Sunday, December 6, in Tramore's Church Road Hall, the exhibition promises a colourful celebration of creativity, featuring a diverse selection of original paintings in a variety of styles, subjects and mediums.
From striking landscapes and seascapes to contemporary and traditional artwork, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the creativity of local artists and perhaps find that perfect, one-of-a-kind Christmas gift.
To mark science week, science is meeting stand-up in The Reg on Thursday night, November 12, with comedian Sean Marshall and a panel of guests.
Blending humour with curiosity, Sean explores the quirks of science and everyday life in a night of entertainment that proves science doesn't have to be serious in a show perfect for science enthusiasts and comedy fans alike.
If you're looking for some 'old school comedy' Bernard Casey's 'Cute Hoorism' comes to the Theatre Royal this Friday, November 13.
With sell out shows all over Ireland, over 200k followers and dozens of viral hit videos, Bernard introduces his live comedy show ‘Cute Hoorism’ to Waterford crowds this weekend with stand-up comedy, old school storytelling and his hilarious characters, Gossip and Nephew, promising a show not to be missed.
Quintessence Theatre, in association with An Táin Arts Centre Dundalk, present 'Some of Our Children' to Waterford audiences next week, with a show in the Theatre Royal next Thursday, November 19.
Following their National Tours of Cracks; The Curious Case of Albert Cashier and Belfast Girls, this powerful portrayal of a child’s life in the Irish foster care system is inspired by real stories.
An original play devised by the company, Some of Our Children is a compelling, and often comedic, drama that highlights the shortcomings of the foster care system in Ireland, while also amplifying the voices of some of our State’s most vulnerable citizens.
