Christy Moore announces double Dublin date
Fresh from his concert in aid of the New Orleans victims, Christy Moore has announced two more high profile dates at The Point, Dublin.
The Hot Press Newsdesk, 20 Sep 2005
Rounding off the year in style, he’ll recreate the conditions of Live At The Point on Thursday 29 and Friday 30 December.
Appearing on stage with him will be Declan Sinnott, his partner-in-crime from their Moving Hearts days.
Tickets go on sale this Friday (23 September) at 9am at €49, €43.50 and €38.50 from Ticketmaster and all usual outlets.
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