Superb line-up for Home to Mayo concert

Home to Mayo proudly presents a celebration of Irish culture, music and entertainment at centre stage in the Royal Theatre, Castlebar on Friday, May 24th. 

Featuring local, national and international musicians, singers and dancers, amongst the line-up is musical director Stephen Doherty and his band and renowned Irish musician, comedian and social media influencer, Garron Noone. Niall Conway and Eve Garavan, lead stars of Ballinrobe Musical Society’s from the sell out show, Phantom of the Opera, will also perform.

Travelling all the way from New York City is Castlebar native Dawn Doherty who will bring her Academy of Irish Music to perform alongside Mayo’s Music Generation musical ensemble, a young group performing an original piece comprising of uileann pipes and harps, and Mayo’s Male Voice Choir.

Wild Atlantic Way Dance Troupe will also perform at the highly-anticipated event.

Named 'Home to Mayo - A Transatlantic Journey Home’, the show will see artists cross the Atlantic Ocean to join their Mayo and Irish contemporaries on the famed stage in the Royal Theatre, Castlebar.

To mark this momentous gathering of Irish talent, Home to Mayo are delighted to honour three of Ireland’s renowned entertainers. Mayo man, Alan Clarke, who has emerged as one of Ireland’s most celebrated influencers, winning 2023 Goss.ie Awards Newcomer of the Year and Best Podcast 2024 and is delighted to receive the award from his home county.

Legendary Irish folk singer, songwriter and entertainer, Johnny McEvoy whose career spans over 60 years with numerous sell-out concerts around the globe and number 1 hits including the song, Long, Long Before Your Time, which he wrote in Kennedy’s Bar in Doocastle on the Mayo-Sligo border.

Celebrating 50 years in show business is Westport native, Frank McCaffrey who will also be honoured with an award. Having started his career while still in school, he joined Margo and the Country Folk in 1970 and left to set up Band of Gold. He became a solo artist and signed to Ritz Records. Frank has been one of the most consistent and requested performers on the Irish and international concert scenes with a string of hit singles and albums over the years. Frank and his family continue to reside in County Mayo.

The event, which is supported by Mayo.ie, Fáilte Ireland, Creative Ireland, Global Irish and Home to Mayo, promises to be the must-see Mayo concert of the year. It is proudly supporting charity partner, Cancer Fund for Children, as they provide vital support and connection for children and their families impacted by cancer. The charity is currently building a respite centre based in Cong, a first for the Republic of Ireland. 

Pat Jennings, of the Royal Theatre, Castlebar, is delighted that the show is coming back to the famed stage again this year. He congratulated all three award recipients and wished success to all involved. 

Producer Henry McGlade and musical director Stephen Doherty commented: “This is going to be an extraordinary gathering of Irish talent celebrating Mayo’s great musicians, singers, dancers and entertainers. One of the highlights of the show will be performances from Johnny Mc Evoy, Garron Noone and the Mayo Male Voice Choir, Mayo’s Music Generation uileann pipe and harp ensemble and a great selection of talent from across the county."

Early booking is advisable as a great evening’s entertainment is guaranteed. Tickets cost €25 excluding booking fee and can be purchased from www.ticketmaster.ie.