Cool Hand Lukeman returns

One of Ireland’s most extraordinary voices will return to Cork this month, complete with his trademark theatrical flair and irresistibly powerful stage presence.

You guessed it. It can only be Leeside favourite Jack Lukeman (Jack L), coming to Cork Opera House on 24 April to delight his legions of local fans.

Decades of performing in Cork have cemented the Kildare native as a beloved figure of the city’s music scene. From his New Year extravaganzas to intimate county-wide gigs, and now as music patron of Blackrock Castle Observatory (BCO), his connection to Cork’s music community continues to grow stronger with every performance.

Bringing audiences on a journey through his celebrated career, performing fan favourites from ‘Wax’, ‘Metropolis Blue’, ‘The Story So Far’, and his most recent studio albums, ‘Magic Days’ and ‘Echo On’, audiences can expect an immersive evening of song and storytelling - a signature blend of passion, humour, and drama that reaffirms Lukeman as one of Ireland’s most compelling live performers.

The show will feature selected repertoire from Lukeman’s acclaimed project ‘Chez Jack L: Love, Sex, Death + More’, a transformative element of the performance that sees him turn songs by Jacques Brel, Leonard Cohen, and Kurt Weill into something deeply his own, demonstrating his singular ability to reinterpret, revive, and redefine music at a pace few artists in Ireland have matched.

A multi-platinum artist, Lukeman has toured extensively, sharing stages with artists like Sting, Jools Holland, and Trevor Horn. His live shows continue to earn acclaim for their mix of powerful vocals, emotional storytelling, and theatrical invention.

An evening of music and storytelling where timeless songs meet Lukeman’s signature innovation, this show has been carefully crafted to connect Cork music lovers across generations, from longtime fans to first-time listeners.