The Waterboys
What would happen if the words of one of Ireland’s greatest literary figures were merged with the music of one of the most legendary live bands in rock’n‘roll?
The answer is An Appointment with Mr Yeats, a show fusing the poetic power of W.B. Yeats and the visceral music of The Waterboys.
Since setting The Stolen Child to music on thier classic Fisherman’s Blues album, Waterboys’ singer Mike Scott has been quietly crafting a rich collection of songs utilising Yeats’ poems as lyrics. A few were performed solo by Scott during the Yeats International Festival at the Abbey in the 1990s, but most have remained unheard, waiting for the moment when, in Scott’s words, ‘I had enough songs to create a full programme and present it in a potent, radical fashion, worthy off the Abbey Theatre which Yeats himself founded.’
For five nights in March 2010 An Appointment with Mr Yeats, will receive its world premiere at the Abbey, performed by a unique extended line-up of The Waterboys featuring Mike Scott and Irish fiddler extraordinaire Steve Wickham.
The performance will feature specially invited guest musicians including exquisite new rock vocalist Katie Kim; brilliant flute player Sarah Allen, formerly of Flook; Catalan trombonist Blaise Margall; piano maestro Simon Wallace; and stylish Irish guitarist/vocalist Joe Chester.
The twenty Yeats poems in the programme span the poet’s humours from wry to romantic, rustic to mythological, and include famous and lesser-known works.
the show will also include a selection of Waterboys favourites, specially chosen and rearranged for this context.
No performance Wednesday 17 March 2010.
Please note: Membership discount are not available for this production.
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We first heart The Waterboys in 1985, when we were living in Hamburg. Since then we listened to them every year and year. A musical …
Ralf + Birgit, duisburg-germany 21 May 2010, 18:11
Wonderful concert and magic atmosphere....
Why don’t you come in Italy?
Please we will ensure you fully booked…
We …
Cristina e Enrico, MIlano, Italia 4 May 2010, 20:25
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We first heart The Waterboys in 1985, when we were living in Hamburg. Since then we listened to them every year and year. A musical company through our live.The concert in Dublin (we´ve been there on Friday 19th) was another climax in our Waterboys-Experience.Thank you for these 25 years(so far) and this wonderful show.Waiting desperately for the album and dvd.
Ralf + Birgit, duisburg-germany 21 May 2010, 18:11
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Wonderful concert and magic atmosphere....
Why don’t you come in Italy?
Please we will ensure you fully booked…
We was in Ennis last year to listen you and also in March in Dublin this year.
Thank you for the emotions you give us every time.
Cristina e Enrico, Milano
Cristina e Enrico, MIlano, Italia 4 May 2010, 20:25
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I came from Italy and i will be able to go to March for the next show! All started in Milano San Siro way back in 1984…
Great atmosphere, great musicians, great sound, the power of Mike and Steve came out like rollin’ train.
Ciao Mike e tante grazie!
Guido, Saronno, Italy 30 Mar 2010, 08:40
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Have been listening to the Waterboys since release of “Fisherman’s Blues”. Came from US not knowing what to expect and was amazed by the songs and the performance. Great night of music.
steve sites, Pennsylvania, US 30 Mar 2010, 00:09
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we came over from switzerland for the last night - I’ve been watching the waterboys since I first saw them support the Pretenders in the SFX in 1984 - they evolve and grow in stature and genius through each maifestation of the group - this trip was so worth it, a genuine high point of Mike Scott’s career.
Karl, Neuchatel, Swiizerland 29 Mar 2010, 11:13
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We came to Dublin from France to see the Waterboys.
Fantastic evening, marvellous songs !One more time with Mike, the magic and the grace was here. I needed a few days to get my little cloud…
THANK YOU !!
nicolas daniel, pont de cheruy, France 28 Mar 2010, 18:55
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We came from Norfolk, England and were privileged to get seats for first night and were completely blown away by the whole experience. My only hope before the night was, that the arrangements would match The Stolen Child. That hope was fullfiled and in some instances surpassed by a brilliant group of musicians. DVD and album soon please
Dave Taylor, Norfolk, Norwich 26 Mar 2010, 19:38
When we heard that Mike Scott and The Waterboys were putting music to 20 poems by Mr. Yeats, we rushed to get tickets and flights over to Dublin from Winnipeg. We were so fortunate and a real honour to be there for opening night at The Abbey! It was an inspired and inspiring experience and we’re grateful to have been there to share such a spirited and wonderful interpretation of the poems. Bravo, Mr. Scott & the brilliant musicians in the Waterboys. Thank you, Mr. Yeats, for enriching our world.
Patricia Reid, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. 23 Mar 2010, 22:48
Came over for the Saturday night show with 2 friends from Geneva who had never heard of The Waterboys. There were tears in their eyes it was that good! I’ve been a huge fan since ‘86 and this show was just unbelieveably great! They need to come back to Geneva with this show!
Dan, Geneva, Switzerland 23 Mar 2010, 22:30
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We were on the 2nd row on saturday night. Breathtaking! Awesome! Well worth the small fortune the weekend in Dublin cost.
Kim Walker, England 23 Mar 2010, 20:01
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