glór, formerly glór Irish Music Centre, is a concert and events venue in Ireland, located in the town of Ennis County Clare.[1] Its capacity allows for 485 people for seated performances.[2] glór also has a studio space for smaller events and artist use, an art gallery, café and bar.
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| Former names | glor Irish Music Centre |
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| Address | Causeway Link, Ennis, County Clare V95 VHP0 |
| Type | Concert Hall, Performing Arts Venue |
| Seating type | Seating |
| Capacity | 485 |
| Opened | 2001 |
| Website | |
| www.glor.ie | |
Since opening in 2001 the venue has become a setting for a wide range of acts including stand-up comedy, drama performances, art exhibitions and a variety of concerts.
glór was designed by Des McMahon of Gilroy McMahon Architects. The challenge was to create a building which would allow the user to experience Irish music in an intimate and real way, whether in a small group or as a member of a large audience.[3]
Awards
editIt was nominated for the Munster category of the IMRO Live Music Venue of the Year Award in 2008 and won that award in 2012.[citation needed]
References
edit- ^ "Glor Theatre Location". theatres online.com. Retrieved 18 December 2010.
- ^ "Glor Seating Plan". theatres online.com. Retrieved 18 December 2010.
- ^ "GLOR - THE BUILDING". glor.ie. Retrieved 18 December 2010.