Imelda May, Raised on Songs & Stories – 8th March

WHAT’S ON

An intimate night of music, poetry, and storytelling with Imelda May in Athlone

Dean Crowe Theatre, Chapel Street, Athlone And Bigmeadow, Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland

Imelda May – Raised on Songs & Stories

Aiken Promotions presents Imelda May live in Athlone for her Raised on Songs & Stories Irish Tour.
The show takes place on Sunday, 8 March 2026 at 8:00 pm.
Tickets cost €44 with a €2.50 booking fee. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, 17 December at 10:00 am via Ticketmaster.

About the Show

This intimate concert features stripped-back versions of Imelda’s discography and fan-favourite songs.
She integrates poetry, storytelling, and reflections on her creative journey.
The evening offers shared moments of music, art, and personal connection.

What to Expect

Imelda performs rockabilly, jazz, rock, and blues with her signature emotive style.
Fans experience stories behind her songs, rare live performances, and spontaneous requests.
The show highlights her acclaimed albums, including Love Tattoo (2008) and 11 Past the Hour (2021).

Imelda May – Artist Profile

Born in The Liberties, Dublin, Imelda is a celebrated singer, songwriter, poet, producer, and storyteller.
She has collaborated with legends like Jeff Beck, Bono, Noel Gallagher, and Sting.
Her poetry book A Lick & A Promise (2022) has reached its third reprint.

Media and Theatre Highlights

Imelda’s TV series Amhráin na nGael explored Irish music traditions in the Gaeltacht.
She performed in theatre as Kathleen Behan in Mother of All the Behans.
Her latest film role appears in Four Letters of Love alongside Pierce Brosnan.

Ticket and Venue Information

Doors open one hour before the show. Arrive early for pre-show drinks, tea, or coffee.
Pre-order interval drinks at the bar to beat queues; bar closes ten minutes before performance.

Parking

Connaught Street, Pearse Court, and O’Connell Street car parks are within a five-minute walk.

Ticket Presentation

Present a valid ticket to ushers for entry. Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded once purchased.

Accessibility

The Dean Crowe Theatre supports equal access for all attendees.
The venue is fully wheelchair accessible, with accessible seating and toilets.
Contact the box office at booking to reserve accessible seating or parking spaces.