About
Junior Brother is the pseudonym of Co. Kerry singer-songwriter Ronan Kealy. He performs at The Courtyard Theatre, London, on Friday 20 November 2026 at 19:00.
What to expect
Junior Brother is the pseudonym of Ronan Kealy, an idiosyncratic, challenging and richly lyrical singer-songwriter from Co. Kerry, Ireland.
He was chosen as one of RTÉ's Rising Irish Stars of 2018.
He was chosen as one of The Irish Times' contenders ready to break through in 2019.
His strange stories unfold with reckless abandon over an idiosyncratic guitar and foot tambourine accompaniment.
His music is both excitingly forward-looking and anciently evocative.
His music is influenced by the avant-garde, music from the middle ages, and his home place in rural Ireland.
- Won hearts at Vicar Street, Dublin
- Won hearts at The Beacon Theatre, New York
- Won hearts at Cork Opera House, Cork
- Won hearts at Blackpool Opera House, UK
- Supported The Proclaimers and Glen Hansard
- Building a fanbase around Ireland and beyond
- Live shows built a rabid following
Questions
When does Junior Brother start and end?
Junior Brother runs Friday, 20 November 2026, 19:00.
Where is Junior Brother?
Junior Brother takes place at The Courtyard Theatre, Bowling Green Walk, 40 Pitfield St, London.
How much are tickets for Junior Brother?
Tickets for Junior Brother cost £19.80 on the official ticket shop.
What can I expect at the show?
A live singer-songwriter show from Junior Brother, the pseudonym of Co. Kerry singer Ronan Kealy.
He performs with guitar and foot tambourine.
His music draws on the avant-garde, music from the middle ages, and rural Ireland.
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Getting there
The Courtyard Theatre, Bowling Green Walk, 40 Pitfield St, N1 6EU London, England, GB
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