Live at the Marquee (festival) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Live at the Marquee |
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| Genre | Live music, comedy, dance |
| Dates | June–July |
| Location(s) | Docklands, Centre Park Road, Cork, Ireland |
| Years active | 2005–present |
Live at the Marquee is a super popular series of concerts and live shows held every summer in Cork, Ireland. It takes place in a really big tent! Since 2005, this event has brought amazing music and comedy acts to thousands of fans. It's organized by Aiken Promotions.
For about a month in June and July, there's a show almost every evening. You buy tickets for each show separately. The performers are from many different music styles, like rock, folk, hip hop, and country. You can also catch funny stand-up comedy acts.
The first Live at the Marquee happened in 2005. It was part of Cork being the European Capital of Culture that year. It was such a big hit that they decided to do it every year! For the first two years, the shows were at the Cork Showgrounds. Later, the event moved to a new spot nearby. In 2020, the event had to be cancelled because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Many famous artists have played at Live at the Marquee. Some of the big names include Little Mix, Elton John, Lady Gaga, The Script, Pink, Bob Dylan, and Snoop Dogg. It's a chance to see your favorite stars live in Cork!
Discovering Past Performances
Memorable Moments from 2005
The very first festival in 2005 lasted for two weeks. It had both music and comedy. The special tent could hold 4,000 people! Brian Wilson from The Beach Boys kicked off the event. Other performers included Diana Ross and Christy Moore.
- Brian Wilson – 30 June
- Diana Ross – 3 July
- Nick Cave – 6 July
- Christy Moore – 17 July
Highlights from 2006
Live at the Marquee 2006 also took place at the Cork Showgrounds. Big stars like Bob Dylan and Kanye West performed. It was another exciting year for music fans.
- Christy Moore – 23 June
- Bob Dylan – 25 June
- Kanye West – 2 July
New Location in 2007
In 2007, the event moved to a new spot called The Docklands. This new location on Centre Park Road in Cork became its home. Bell X1 said their show there was one of their best ever!
- Faithless – 20 June
- The Who – 30 June
- Elton John – 9 July
- Lionel Richie – 11 July
Exciting Shows in 2008
The 2008 festival ran from mid-June to early July. Shayne Ward opened the festival, and Pink closed it. Christy Moore returned for his fourth year. Comedian Tommy Tiernan also performed.
- Eric Clapton – 20 June
- Dolly Parton – 21 June
- Jay-Z – 25 June
- Pink – 7 July
Performers of 2009
The 2009 festival was announced in late 2008. It featured a mix of rock, pop, and comedy. Sadly, some shows were cancelled. But many great artists still performed.
- The Prodigy – 18 June
- Flo Rida – 24 June
- Lady Gaga – 1 July
- Kanye West – 8 July
Concerts in 2010
The 2010 festival brought more big names to Cork. JLS and Snoop Dogg were among the popular acts. There were also special musical theatre shows.
- JLS – 16 June
- Snoop Dogg – 5 July
- Westlife – 6 July
Artists of 2011
Many new acts were announced for 2011. Bob Dylan and Elton John returned. Jedward also performed two shows! Some shows were cancelled due to unexpected issues.
- Bob Dylan – 16 June
- Elton John & Band – 28 June
- Jedward – 2 July
The 2012 Lineup
2012 marked the eighth year for Christy Moore at the festival. Jedward and Dara Ó Briain also returned. Even UEFA Euro 2012 football matches were shown in the marquee!
- Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers – 8 June
- Jessie J – 1 July
- Olly Murs – 4 July
- Steps – 6 July
Stars of 2013
The 2013 festival brought back many favorites. Elton John and Christy Moore were announced early. New acts like Little Mix and The Wanted joined the lineup.
- Little Mix – 14 June
- Elton John – 23 June
- Ke$ha – 3 July
- Jessie J – 7 July
Who Played in 2014
Several exciting acts were announced for 2014. Fans enjoyed performances from Dolly Parton, Bob Dylan, and Lana Del Rey. It was a busy summer for music lovers.
- Dolly Parton – 12 June
- Bob Dylan – 16 June
- Jason Derulo – 26 June
- Lana Del Rey – 15 July
Performances in 2015
The 2015 event featured a wide range of artists. From Beck to Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, there was something for everyone. Comedy acts also returned.
- Beck – 16 June
- Ellie Goulding – 24 June
- Lionel Richie – 27 June
- Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds – 14 July
The 2016 Festival
The 2016 festival ran from mid-June to mid-July. It included performances from rock bands like Slayer and pop stars like Little Mix. Tom Jones also played.
- Slayer – (date not specified)
- Tom Jones – (date not specified)
- Little Mix – (date not specified)
Artists in 2017
The 2017 lineup was packed with big names. Elton John and Cliff Richard were among the headliners. Some shows were cancelled, but many great acts still performed.
- Elton John – (date not specified)
- Cliff Richard – (date not specified)
- Picture This – (date not specified)
Shows from 2018
The 2018 festival featured a variety of artists. A-Ha and Alanis Morissette were among the highlights. Christy Moore and Nathan Carter also returned.
- A-Ha – (date not specified)
- Alanis Morissette – (date not specified)
- The Script – (date not specified)
The 2019 Lineup
The 2019 event continued the tradition of bringing top talent to Cork. Bands like Aslan and Toto performed. Christy Moore and David Gray were also part of the lineup.
- Aslan – (date not specified)
- Toto – (date not specified)
- Christy Moore – (date not specified)
Images for kids
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The marquee in May 2022
