Sharon Shannon and Mundy confirmed for GAA 125 Celebratory Night

January 28, 2009
The GAA have announced the full programme of events for the launch of the 125 celebrations for Saturday night the 31st of January. Sharon Shannon and Mundy will entertain crowds as part of the celebrations at Croke Park, marking 125 years of the GAA. The pair, whose duet "Galway Girl" was the undisputed chart success of Summer 2008, will perform at half time on the night. "The quality musical act together with an exciting game of football and also a specially designed lighting and fireworks spectacular promises to be a night to remember. So bring the whole family to mark this monumental moment in the GAA's history." Jarlath Burns Chairman of 125 Committee. The entertainment starts at 6.30pm with Hector O hEochagain and throw-in of the Dublin v All Ireland Champions Tyrone game commences at 7.30pm. Half time entertainment will feature Sharon Shannon and Mundy and 9pm sees the start of "Iconic moments" a show featuring some GAA highlights. The crowd will then be entertained by a spectacular lighting and firework display which will light up the whole stadium. Larry Mullen's specially designed soundtrack, incorporating a selection of contemporary and traditional Irish music, will feature Micheal O Muircheartaigh's bi-lingual tribute to the GAA which will accompany the firework display. Get to Croke Park early to experience the full programme of entertainment. A limited number of tickets are still available, however stand tickets are almost sold out. So purchase your ticket now to avoid disappointment from the participating counties, on www.gaa.ie or from Ticketmaster outlets nationwide. Ticket Prices are as follows: Stand Eu20 Stand Juvenile(Designated sections of Davin and Cusack Stands) Eu5 (Juveniles must be accompanied by an adult) Senior Citizens/Students (with I.D.) (Davin and Cusack Stands only) Eu10 (Must purchase full price ticket - refund available at Block D turnstiles to rear of Cusack Stand prior to entry) Terrace Eu15 Wheelchair and Attendant Passes Eu20 Group Passes per juvenile, 1 adult per 10 juveniles free of charge Eu3

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