BRIAN O'CONNELLwith a selection of upcoming summer events
TERRYGLASS FESTIVAL
This Tipperary festival has evolved from a small community affair into a large festival with international acts. Tomorrow’s highlights include Iseli/Choide Dance Company (pictured below) in the main hall for free. 067-44852, www.terryglassartsfestival.ie
BLACK TAXI TOUR
Moving from the shipyards, to Queen’s University (pictured above) and the mural districts, these tours come with a smattering of local commentary and wit. A one or two passenger tour is £25 (around €29), with additional passengers £10 (around €11.50) each. 028-9064 2264, www.belfasttours.com
A WAKE IN THE WEST
The Beezneez Theatre Company production of A Wake in the West, described as a “madcap evening of fun and frolics” plays at the Hawk’s Well Theatre, Sligo, for four nights, from tomorrow. Tickets €18/€16. 071-9161526, www.hawkswell.com
GUINNESS STOREHOUSE
As part of the Guinness 250 celebrations, today you can view founding documents of the company and learn about key events in its history. Tickets €15/€11 (online booking 10 per cent discount for adults) 01-4084800, www.guinness-storehouse.com
PJ GALLAGHER
As part of the Lughnasa Festival, the Briery Gap in Macroom hosts the Naked Camera comic (pictured right) tomorrow at 8.30pm. Tickets €18. 026-41793, www.brierygap.com
GREEN DRAGON
Having sailed around the world in the Volvo Ocean Race, Green Dragonis back in Galway, on display at Galway Atlantaquaria. Visitors have the opportunity to experience the confined conditions sailors endured on their journey. Open daily, 10am-6pm. 091-585100, www.nationalaquarium.ie
