Adam Kay, Imelda May & Queer Vision Film Festival

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February in Waterford means Theatre Royal brings the big names while Garter Lane delivers the film festivals and arts programming. Between comedy, music, LGBTQIA+ cinema, and family shows, this week's offerings span audiences without spreading thin on quality.

Here's what's in store this week:

⚫️ Adam Kay, Imelda May & Jack Lukeman

⚫️ Queer Vision Film Festival showcase

⚫️ Family theatre & art cinema screenings

Let's dive in 👇

Adam Kay: This is Going to Hurt 19:30 Theatre Royal, Waterford Doctor-turned-comedian Adam Kay brings his bestselling medical memoir to the stage. "This is Going to Hurt" combines genuine insight into NHS life with properly funny storytelling. Kay's background as a junior doctor gives the humor weight and honesty—this isn't just jokes about hospitals, it's the real thing delivered with perfect timing Get tickets

Imelda May: Raised on Songs & Stories 20:00 Theatre Royal, Waterford Ireland's Imelda May brings her "Raised on Songs & Stories" evening to Waterford. Expect rockabilly energy, powerful vocals, and the personal stories behind the music that shaped her career. Imelda's live performances blend authenticity with serious musical talent—this is the kind of show that feels like a privilege to attend. Book tickets

Queer Vision 2026: International LGBTQIA+ Film Festival Multiple screenings Garter Lane Arts Centre, Waterford International LGBTQIA+ film festival returns to Garter Lane with diverse programming across multiple days. Queer Vision showcases shorts, features, and documentaries from Ireland and internationally. The festival includes Irish Focus, Bold and Beautiful, and Audience Choice programmes—check Garter Lane for specific screening times and titles. Festival details

Jack Lukeman: Chez Jack L + All the Hits 20:00 Theatre Royal, Waterford Irish singer-songwriter Jack Lukeman (Jack L) brings his distinctive voice and theatrical performance style to Theatre Royal. Known for powerful vocals and genre-crossing musicality, Lukeman delivers shows that work for both longtime fans and newcomers. Expect his best-known material alongside deeper catalogue cuts Get tickets

Disney's Aladdin JR 19:00 Garter Lane Arts Centre, Waterford Waterford Centre of Music presents the junior version of Disney's Aladdin. Young performers bring Agrabah to life with familiar songs and family-friendly adventure. Perfect for families with kids who love musical theatre—seeing peers perform often inspires young audiences more than professional productions. Get tickets

Paddy: The Life & Times of Paddy Armstrong 20:00 Theatre Royal, Waterford One-person show exploring the life of Paddy Armstrong, one of the Guildford Four wrongfully convicted in the 1970s. This production tells Armstrong's story through his own perspective—decades of imprisonment for a crime he didn't commit, and the life built afterward. Powerful, essential Irish theatre. Book tickets

Exhibition on Screen: Caravaggio 19:30 Garter Lane Arts Centre, Waterford Art documentary bringing Caravaggio's work and tumultuous life to cinema. Exhibition on Screen's series makes art history accessible through quality filmmaking and expert analysis. For anyone who finds gallery visits overwhelming but genuinely wants to understand major artists. Screening details

Waterford Film For All: It Was Just an Accident 19:30 Garter Lane Arts Centre, Waterford Community film screening as part of Waterford Film For All programme. This initiative makes cinema accessible to wider audiences through thoughtful programming and welcoming atmosphere. Check Garter Lane for content details and accessibility information. Film details

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