Date: 10 Apr 2025
Striking exhibit: the LOVE Installation will move to An Grianán Theatre for Cathaoirleach’s Concert
A night of music and community spirit of huge power is to be had at An Grianán Theatre on April 18th, as the Cathaoirleach's Concert presents An Evening with Moya Brennan, Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Friends. Two of Ireland's most iconic voices — Brennan of the iconic group Clannad and Ní Mhaonaigh of Altan — are to headline an emotional night of traditional music, camaraderie, and solidarity, all in aid of Donegal Domestic Violence Services.
The night will feature, the Friel Sisters, spoken word artists Maura Logue and Valerie Bryce, singer-songwriters George Houston, Larabel and Eoin Ferry, Dr Marie Hainsworth and a guest appearance by the award-winning Danú Young Womens Choir.
Tickets are €25 and can be bought now at https://angrianan.com/event/an-evening-with-moya-brennan-and-mairead-ni-mhaonaigh/. All proceeds will go towards supporting vital resources for domestic abuse victims across Donegal.
Along with the concert is the appearance of a visually striking exhibit: the LOVE Installation, under the One Million Stars Ireland initiative. On display at the Letterkenny Public Services Centre until April 18th, the exhibit will move to An Grianán Theatre for the concert on the 18th, giving an engaging blend of music and visual presentation for a shared cause.
The installation features thousands of handwoven eight-point stars — each one representing light, hope, and solidarity against domestic violence. Coordinated by Donegal Volunteer Centre with support from Donegal County Council and ATU Donegal, the project has already seen over 14,000 stars woven across Donegal. It stands as both a symbol of community strength and a reminder that collective action can help build a safer future.
In combination, the LOVE Installation and the concert give an evening of not only stunning music but hope, resilience, and harmony as well. Everyone is encouraged to come and take part, be inspired, and assist with the ongoing work of preventing domestic abuse in Donegal.