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Saturday 22nd of February 7-8pm

'A Walk around the Grounds'

'Grounds' [tunes based on recurring chord sequences] have been fundamental to composition and improvisation throughout recorded musical history – 'Gregory Walker' was a name given to one such 16th-century dance, the Passemezzo Moderno. This programme features Early Music based on grounds from Ireland, Europe and the New World: Folías, Chaconnes, Canarios and more.

The Gregory Walkers are Laoise O’Brien (recorders), Eamon Sweeney (lute and guitars), Malachy Robinson (viol).

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17th to 22nd of February

Join us this February Mid-Term when 2 kids go FREE with every paying Adult!

Learn the amazing history of Kilkenny, join Milo and Rua on a treasure hunt around the Cathedral and climb the Round Tower! (Height restrictions apply)

Thursday mornings, 10.30 -12.30
6th March – 10th April 2025

6 week course 

€50 

We are pleased to announce that our Drawing Course will take place in March 2025. Join artist Graham Carew for this six week drawing course at St. Canice’s Cathedral. Graham will lead participants through various techniques, observing shape and line, reacting to the beauty and unique setting of the Cathedral. Participants will have the opportunity to work with a variety of mark making materials to record what they see and how they interpret the space.

This course will coincide with the exhibition of Museum of the Moon by Luke Jerram, which will offer participants a unique opportunity to view this incredible installation but also to sketch and study it.

This drawing course is open to all levels. All materials provided.

This course is kindly funded and supported from Community Education, Kilkenny and Carlow ETB

The Nine Moons of Ago- 11th of March

From the unique storytelling minds of MórScéal in association with St Canice's Cathedral comes the world premiere of The Nine Moons of Ago a special theatrical experience for three nights only this March. 

The Nine Moons of Ago, tailormade to be performed under The Museum of the Moon the breath-taking installation by artist Luke Jerram, which features detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface is written by Georgina Brennan-Stynes with Michael Somers directing and Willie Ryan producing. 

Set in an ancient village populated by field fairies, werewolves of Ossary and their Divine King, villagers turn the celtic wheel as the Holly King and Oak Queen battle for power in a unique theatrical experience where darkness is illuminated by the light.

The Nine Moons of Ago offers a spectacular performance exploring ancient lunar tales, traditions, folklore and the mythology of the eight Celtic festivals and supermoon superstition through drama, music and dance featuring local actors and musicians. 

14th of March

Witness a Sharon Shannon show like no other as she performs under the spectacular Museum of the Moon at St.Canice’s Cathedral.

16th March- 2.30pm- FREE

All the way from Green Bay Wisconsin, USA- we are really looking forward to welcoming Bay Port High School for a performance of exciting orchestral music by Percy Grainger, Malcolm Arnold and John Williams.

Sunday 16th of March- 7.30pm

“Dining Beneath the Moon: The Lunar Banquet at St. Canice’s Cathedral – A 3-Course Feast, Wine, and Music by The Half Room with Pauline Scanlon”

St Patrick’s Festival and Kilkenny Tradfest have come together to combine music, art and amazing food in the unique setting of St Canice’s Cathedral with their temporary exhibition of the stunning touring artwork ‘Museum Of The Moon’ by UK artist Luke Jerram. Guests will listen to music by The Half Room, featuring Pauline Scanlon while enjoying an exquisite 3 course wine paired meal, catered by Langton’s Hotel. This will be a unique dining ad musical experience, celebrating our national festival weekend.

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17th of March

Join us on St Patricks Day for Irish music and dance with Music Generation Kilkenny!

This is a Free event from 3.30pm!

The Nine Moons of Ago- 18th of March

From the unique storytelling minds of MórScéal in association with St Canice's Cathedral comes the world premiere of The Nine Moons of Ago a special theatrical experience for three nights only this March. 

The Nine Moons of Ago, tailormade to be performed under The Museum of the Moon the breath-taking installation by artist Luke Jerram, which features detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface is written by Georgina Brennan-Stynes with Michael Somers directing and Willie Ryan producing. 

Set in an ancient village populated by field fairies, werewolves of Ossary and their Divine King, villagers turn the celtic wheel as the Holly King and Oak Queen battle for power in a unique theatrical experience where darkness is illuminated by the light.

The Nine Moons of Ago offers a spectacular performance exploring ancient lunar tales, traditions, folklore and the mythology of the eight Celtic festivals and supermoon superstition through drama, music and dance featuring local actors and musicians. 

Moon Mischief - story time under Museum of the Moon

Thursday 20th March at 4pm

Ages 4 - 6 years old

Tickets for this event are €10 per child, parents/ guardians are free but need to remain in attendance for the event.

Join children's writer Niamh Donnellan in a fantastical journey to the moon and back. From aliens to robots, jumping cows to stinky cheese the moon is a busy place if you just use your imagination!

In this interactive workshop, Niamh will read her new children's story inspired by Museum of the Moon an installation by Luke Jerram. Children can look at the moon through a real telescope and then make their own!

Niamh Donnellan is a children's writer living in Co. Kilkenny. Her debut picture book Little Irish Folklore Friends was published in 2024. 

21st of March 2025

Set Theatre presents The White Horse Guitar Club in St. Canice’s Cathedral to coincide with the breathtaking touring artwork Museum Of The Moon by UK artist Luke Jerram.

Measuring seven metres in diameter, the moon features detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. At an approximate scale of 1:500,000, each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 5km of the moon’s surface.

Tickets go on sale on Friday the 20th of December at 10am

22nd of March 2025

Set Theatre presents Lisa Hannigan Ensemble in St. Canice’s Cathedral to coincide with the breathtaking touring artwork Museum Of The Moon by UK artist Luke Jerram.

Measuring seven metres in diameter, the moon features detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. At an approximate scale of 1:500,000, each centimetre of the internally lit spherical sculpture represents 5km of the moon’s surface.

Tickets go on sale on Friday 2oth of December at 10am

Sunday 23rd of March- 6pm

Join us for a magical night as St Canice’s Cathedral Choir performs under the awe-inspiring Museum of the Moon installation by artist Luke Jerram. Experience the celestial beauty of choral music echoing through the historic cathedral, accompanied by the breathtaking view of the moon—a seven-meter detailed replica that captures the majesty of our lunar neighbour.

Let the ethereal harmony of voices and the stunning visual art transport you to another world in this unforgettable fusion of sound and space.

📅 Date: Sunday 23rd March at 6pm
📍 Location: St Canice's Cathedral
🎟 Tickets: Included with entry ticket

Play Under the Moon

Monday 24th March

11am

For 6 months – 4 years old

Tickets for this event are €10 per child, parents/ guardians are free but need to remain in attendance for the event.

Join us for a sensory play event at St. Canice’s Cathedral on Monday 24th March. Children will enjoy an all-encompassing sensory experience under Luke Jerram’s art installation Museum of the Moon. The sensory play event will be a celestial theme to connect with this impressive art work, that will be on display in the Cathedral from 10th March – 30th March. The event will allow children to immerse themselves in self directed creative play in a unique environment.

Parents / guardians must remain present with their child at all times.

All materials provided.

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The Nine Moons of Ago- 25th of March

From the unique storytelling minds of MórScéal in association with St Canice's Cathedral comes the world premiere of The Nine Moons of Ago a special theatrical experience for three nights only this March. 

The Nine Moons of Ago, tailormade to be performed under The Museum of the Moon the breath-taking installation by artist Luke Jerram, which features detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface is written by Georgina Brennan-Stynes with Michael Somers directing and Willie Ryan producing. 

Set in an ancient village populated by field fairies, werewolves of Ossary and their Divine King, villagers turn the celtic wheel as the Holly King and Oak Queen battle for power in a unique theatrical experience where darkness is illuminated by the light.

The Nine Moons of Ago offers a spectacular performance exploring ancient lunar tales, traditions, folklore and the mythology of the eight Celtic festivals and supermoon superstition through drama, music and dance featuring local actors and musicians. 

Moon Mischief - story time under Museum of the Moon

Saturday 29th March at 11am

Ages 4 - 6 years old

Tickets for this event are €10 per child, parents/ guardians are free but need to remain in attendance for the event.

Join children's writer Niamh Donnellan in a fantastical journey to the moon and back. From aliens to robots, jumping cows to stinky cheese the moon is a busy place if you just use your imagination!

In this interactive workshop, Niamh will read her new children's story inspired by Museum of the Moon an installation by Luke Jerram. Children can look at the moon through a real telescope and then make their own!

Niamh Donnellan is a children's writer living in Co. Kilkenny. Her debut picture book Little Irish Folklore Friends was published in 2024. 

Saturday 29th March at 8pm

A Programme of solo piano music inspired by Museum of the Moon.

€20

A programme of solo piano music inspired by Luke Jerram’s lunar installation, Museum of the Moon, will be held on Saturday, March 29th, at 8pm. This special event marks the closing night of the installation's visit to St Canice’s Cathedral, fittingly coinciding with the New Moon.

Esteemed classical pianist David McEntee will present a carefully curated programme inspired by Jerram’s work. The recital will feature Debussy’s iconic Clair de Lune, Beethoven’s celebrated Moonlight Sonata, compositions by Grieg and Sibelius, and selections from beloved film scores.

Originally from Belfast, David McEntee is a distinguished concert pianist now based in the Burren, Co. Clare. With over two decades of experience teaching piano and music theory, he holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the Cork School of Music (2009–2013), where he specialised in piano performance and pedagogy. He also holds a Diploma in Teaching and Performance from the Royal Irish Academy of Music (2007–2008). David has studied with prominent figures including Dearbhla Collins, Réamonn Keary, and John O’Conor. At the Cork School of Music, he received mentorship from Nicholas O’Halloran and head of department Gabriela Mayer, while also gaining conducting experience under Alan Cutts.

David is an accomplished soloist who has performed on prestigious stages, including the Mendelssohn Remise in Berlin, where he delivered a programme of works by Beethoven and Liszt. He is the recipient of numerous awards from piano competitions across Ireland, including in Dublin, Sligo, Wicklow, and Cork. Additionally, he has participated in masterclasses with internationally acclaimed pianists such as Barry Douglas and Pavel Nersessian.

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March 28, 2025- Early show: 18:30-19:30

Moon Music, an orchestral reimagining of Coldplay’s most iconic songs, will be presented by the OneOrchestra Group at St Canice’s Cathedral. Set beneath Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon, this performance merges orchestral music with visual art to create a rare, immersive experience.

This collaboration between music, space, and light offers a fresh perspective on Coldplay’s music, bringing it into a new context where every detail is enhanced by the environment. This performance is not just a concert — it’s a complete sensory experience, where the music, setting and atmosphere come together to create something truly special.

Venue: St Canice’s Cathedral, Kilkenny

Date: March 28, 2025.

Early show: 18:30-19:30

March 28, 2025- Late Show: 20:30-21:30

Moon Music, an orchestral reimagining of Coldplay’s most iconic songs, will be presented by the OneOrchestra Group at St Canice’s Cathedral. Set beneath Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon, this performance merges orchestral music with visual art to create a rare, immersive experience.

This collaboration between music, space, and light offers a fresh perspective on Coldplay’s music, bringing it into a new context where every detail is enhanced by the environment. This performance is not just a concert — it’s a complete sensory experience, where the music, setting and atmosphere come together to create something truly special.

Venue: St Canice’s Cathedral, Kilkenny

Date: March 28, 2025.

Late show: 20:30 to 21:30