Three new shows have been announced for the Willowbrook Whispers concert series at Willowbrook Glamping & Hideaways, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon – a unique listening-room experience that has quietly become one of the west of Ireland’s most atmospheric live music settings.
Set within the cosy surrounds of Willowbrook’s intimate performance space and lit by candlelight, Willowbrook Whispers offers audiences the rare opportunity to experience exceptional artists in a truly close and attentive environment. With audiences intentionally kept small, the series focuses on creating a respectful listening atmosphere where the connection between performer and audience takes centre stage.
Since launching two years ago, Willowbrook Whispers has welcomed a remarkable line-up of acclaimed Irish artists including Emma Langford, Charlie McGettigan and Liam Ó Maonlaí, with artists regularly commenting on the uniquely attentive atmosphere created by the small audience and intimate setting. With camping and glamping available on site at the venue, music lovers from all over the country have been travelling to experience these very special shows.
The shows announced for Spring 2026 are as follows:
- Kit James (formerly Keith Plunkett) embarks on a new chapter in his career under his new moniker. His ‘Kit James’ project was launched with his January 2026 Single ‘RUN’ and he headlines the first Willowbrook Whispers show of 2026 on on Friday 24th April (8pm)
- Fearless fiddler and bilingual singer Clare Sands comes to Willowbrook on Saturday 16th May (8pm). Clare will be playing songs from her back catalogue as well as songs from her next yet to be released album ‘They Tried to Bury Us’
- Following her powerful ‘Bitseach’ irish tour early in 2026, Áine Tyrrell will return to Irish stages, and will be welcomed to Willowbrook Whispers for her show on Friday 19th June 8pm.
Speaking about the series, Willowbrook Whispers organiser Wes Pollington said: “Willowbrook Whispers was created to give artists a space where people really listen. These are small, candle-lit shows where the audience is only a few feet away from the performer, and that creates something really special for both the artist and the audience. It’s a very different experience from a typical gig – it’s quieter, more intimate, and always incredibly memorable.”
