Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide to what's happening in Cork

GOING OUT

Theatre

Saturday

The Rocky Horror Show, Cork Opera House, 5pm and 8.30pm: Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock’n’roll musical, featuring much-loved TV star Jennifer Zamparelli as the narrator. Tickets €26.

Getaway Outta That!, Cork Arts Theatre, 8pm: From the familiar faces behind the Improv Panto and The Improv Murder Mystery, the gang return with a brand-new show. Tickets €18.

Sunday

Al Porter – Algorithm, Cork Opera House, 8pm: Following up his sold-out tour in 2023/24, Al’s back with his unique brand of comedy meets his most relatable stories ever. Cork’s Sinéad Quinlan is special guest on the night. Tickets €25.

Young Playwrights Presentation, The Everyman, 4pm: In April, the Young Playwrights Programme brought together aspiring young writers to hone their script writing skills. The result is a brand-new written by Irish theatre’s next generation, performed by an ensemble of professional actors. Ticketed but free.

Music

Saturday

Aidan Duffy, Maureen’s, 3pm: Aidan’s music blends influences from soul, blues, and Irish folk, with intimate and poignant lyrics. Tickets €17.

Sarah Hickey, SAL and Rebecca Ruane, Sirius Arts Centre, Cobh, 8pm: Cork-based musicians combine folk, pop and blues styles. Tickets € 17.

Sunday

The Irish Guitar Quartet, St Barrahane’s Church, Castletownshend, 3pm: Jerry Creedon, Redmond O’Toole, David Keating and Aengus Kirakowski perform a variety of styles. Tickets €22.42.

A1 Events: Afro-urban BBQ Party, Wavelength, 6pm: Ultimate fusion of Afrobeat, RnB, and Amapiano vibes to the heart of the city. Tickets €22.

Big Country, Cyprus Avenue, 7pm: Originally formed in Scotland in 1981 by Bruce Watson and the late Stuart Adamson. Tickets €33.

Other Events

Saturday

Half Hyrox Sim, St Colman’s Pitches, Fermoy, 9am: Fun-filled event that challenges your physical and mental strength. Tickets €33.

RCW: WrestleLoco, The Pav, 6pm: Rebel County Wrestling bring homegrown Irish talent and professional wrestlers. Tickets €25.

Sexy Dancin’ Cork, The Pav, 11pm: Dublin’s No.1 house night brings Ibiza vibes to Cork from resident DJs Jamie Ennis & Tomo Gaffney. Tickets €11.

Sunday

Pottery Workshop, O’Sho, Barrack St, Cork, 12pm: Unleash your creativity under the guidance of Nano Glotech Ceramics. Tickets €43.87.

An Introduction to Blues Dancing, Triskel Arts Theatre, 2pm: Discover the soulful art of blues dance in Cork. Tickets €20.

Sport agus Spraoi, Marina Park, 2pm: Meet at the red barn in Marina Park for a chill summer afternoon of Sport agus Spraoi. Free.

Our top 5 films at the cinema

1. The Life Of Chuck: The remarkable story of an ordinary, everyday man. Magic stuff.

2. Christy: A must-watch drama set in Cork starring many local actors.

3. Superman: A new era and David Corenswet is the perfect choice for the Man of Steel.

4. The Fantastic Four: First Steps: Fantastic reboot.

5. Materialists: A matchmaker finds herself at the centre of a love story.

STAYING IN

Television

Saturday

Van Morrison: Later With Jools Holland, BBC2, 9.10pm: A selection of the Belfast singer-songwriter’s performances on Jools Holland’s shows.

Sunday

Keys To My Life, RTÉ1, 8.30pm: New series, Cork hurling pundit Donal Óg Cusack takes Brendan Courtney to the homes of his lifetime

Streaming

Dating Naked UK, Paramount: Rylan hosts a new series, as 10 singletons try to find love in a villa.

The Thursday Murder Club, Netflix: Film version of Richard Osman’s hit novel, starring Helen Mirren, Ben Kingsley, and Pierce Brosnan.