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12 Oct 2025

Iconic multi instrumentalist to perform in Kilkenny over the June Bank Holiday weekend

Iconic multi instrumentalist to perform in Kilkenny over the June Bank Holiday weekend

Seán Keane will perform at the Watergate on June

Multi-instrumentalist, Seán Keane will bring his unique and penetrating style of music to the Watergate Theatre in Kilkenny on June 2.

The legendary musician has been described as is a touchstone of great singing tradition. "He is the past, the present and the future", remarked the late Shay Healy, songwriter, broadcaster and journalist.

Seán Keane is from the small village of Caherlistrane near Tuam, Co. Galway. Growing up there, he was steeped in music and tradition as part of the legendary Keane family of singers and musicians. Seán has taken these roots to new places with his unique and penetrating voice & his captivating talent as multi-instrumentalist. He along with his band, comprised of the wonderfully talented Fergus Feely and Shane MacGowan have toured with sell out success all over Ireland & Europe and the USA.

As well as great vocal and musical talent, any show with Seán Keane is one of warmth, intimacy and a touch of humour.

The show will take place at the Watergate Theatre on Sunday, 2 June at 8pm. Tickets are €31.

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