Frances Black tops the bill for charity gig in Newtown
The organising committee launch the fundraising concert at St Patrick’s Church, Newtown, James Brennan, Majella Browne, Siobhain O’Toole, Fr Declan Foley, Billy Konsoulus, who benefited from the services of Make-A-Wish Ireland, Catherine O’Brien and Catherine Konsoulus Photo: michaelorourkephotography.ie
A CO Carlow community is holding a special fundraising concert in May with a star-studded line-up of performers as well as one of Ireland’s best-known TV personalities as master of ceremonies.
Renowned singer Frances Black will be performing at a charity concert in St Patrick’s Church, Newtown on Saturday 10 May at 7.30pm. This event promises to be an unforgettable evening of music and community spirit and will also feature RTÉ weather and National Lottery presenter Nuala Carey as the guest MC.
Local piper Conal Butler will be performing live and also local singers, including Newtown Church Community Choir, Siobhan Nolan O’Toole, Aimee Canavan, Nicola Nolan and James Brennan. A spokesperson for the organisers said: “Join us for a night of beautiful music and support great causes. All proceeds from the concert will go towards Make-A-Wish Ireland and St Patrick’s Church, Newtown Restoration Fund".
Musical director Ollie Hennessey said that he is “looking forward to having Frances Black and local artists perform at the church in Newtown. The event promises to be an evening of song for worthy causes”. Fr Declan Foley, PP, added: “Thanks to the community for coming together to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Ireland and the St Patrick’s Church, Newtown Restoration Fund.”
Catherine Konsoulus, whose son Billy Konsoulus benefited from the services of Make-A-Wish Ireland in November 2023, shared their experience: “Billy was undergoing treatment for Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. He is an enthusiastic boxer and his wish was to attend the Katie Taylor fight. It was an unforgettable night for Billy and his family, creating happy memories that will last a lifetime.” Tickets priced at €25 from the parish office on 059 9721154, local shops in Bagenalstown and Fenagh, online at Eventbrite.ie or Fenagh GFC.
