Connollys of Leap proudly presents DAMIEN DEMPSEY FRIDAY 24 APRIL 2026 Tickets €53.50 + bfDoors at 7.30 “I don’t write hits, I write healers.” Few artists embody the spirit and soul of Irish songwriting quite like Damien Dempsey. Born in Donaghmede in the mid-70s, Dempsey moved from the boxing ring to the stage, forging a voice that speaks to hope, hardship and the heart of community. Since releasing his debut They Don’t Teach This Shit In School in 2000, he has built a remarkable catalogue — from Seize The Day, Shots and To Hell or Barbados to the celebrated Soulsun, Union and his 2024 album Hold Your Joy. His annual Vicar Street performances have become a cherished ritual, captured beautifully in the documentary Love Yourself Today. In recent years, his one-man Abbey Theatre show, Tales From The Holywell, revealed the humour, honesty and humanity that have long defined his work. A storyteller, a truth-teller and a rare musical force, Damien Dempsey’s live shows are powerful, emotional and unforgettable. We are honoured to welcome him to
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