THE annual Music for Mental Health gig returns to Dolans Warehouse after a one-year hiatus due to the pandemic.
Previously scheduled for a January date, the popular fundraising and mental health awareness event has now been confirmed for Friday 25th March in Dolans Warehouse, Limerick.
Organiser and founder of social impact firm Humanli, Karl Daly, said “Now more than ever, generating awareness for Mental Health and fundraising for charities is so important due to the impact of the pandemic.”
The fantastic line-up of acts ensures there is something for everyone and includes classically trained soprano Leah Barniville who reached the semi-finals of Britain’s Got Talent at the age of 14. Taking to the stage, fresh from their recent Late Late Show appearances, will be local sensation Emma Langford and the exceptionally talented siblings, Séamus & Caoimhe Ní Fhlatharta. Afro-Pop City and Stray Saints have also been confirmed.
Wexford Singer Songwriter Hallie will share her story about her mental and physical health struggles in conversation with broadcaster and author Meghann Scully before performing her own song ‘Impact’.
Music for Mental Health is a social impact event linking artists, businesses and good causes to generate awareness for mental health in Ireland. All monies raised through ticket sales are shared amongst six charities within the Humanli family. They areBlue Box Creative Arts Therapy, Cliona’s Foundation, Clare’s Wish Foundation, Corpus Christi Primary School, Limerick Suicide Watch and Lime Tree Theatre.
This is the fourth Annual Music for Mental Health gig organised by Karl Daly. The first Music for Mental Health was launched as a once-off fundraiser in January 2018 but such was its success, within three years it raised €57,500 for good causes working on suicide prevention, domestic abuse support and advancement of education.
A limited number of tickets for this special evening of uplifting music are on sale on Eventmaster https://eventmaster.ie/event/kwDACK2TA2 Tickets are €30 and early bird offer €25 is available until Friday 11th March.
Encouraging people to come along or pledge their support, Karl Daly said, “This event is about bringing awareness to the issues of mental health and the supports available while raising funds for the organisations that work at the coalface every day.
“Feedback from previous events tells us we need to continue shining the spotlight and supporting one another.” he added.
