The Ocean: Our Liquid Universe

Promotional artwork for a new TV series: The Ocean; Our Liquid Universe

Cathleen worked as music copyist under Larry Rench for The Ocean: Our Liquid Universe. This original, one-night-only theatrical event celebrated the majesty, mystery, and essential nature of the ocean. The event featured a 14-member cast of Oscar, Emmy, Actor, Tony, and BAFTA nominees and winners, including Lily Tomlin and Sharon Stone. The show is an exhilarating fusion of…

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Spinoza

Advertisement for Spinoza, a new musical that will premiere in Amsterdam, June 2026.

Cathleen did takedowns and created piano/vocal scores for Spinoza. This highly anticipated new musical opens in Amsterdam in June. The story follows a brother and two sisters – Bento, Rebecca, and Miriam – growing up in the Portuguese-Jewish refugee community of 17th-century Amsterdam. Shaped by exile, love, and loss, each chooses a different path. Bento…

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Christmas Concert

Irish singer Lisa Lambe in Concert, December 2025

The Sunday Miscellany Celebrates Christmas concert in Dublin in December was a huge success.  Lisa Lambe and the RTÉ Concert Orchestra performed at the National Concert Hall. Lisa performed “What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve” arranged by Cathleen Flynn. Other artists included Naomi Berrill and the Palestrina choir with readings from Mia Döring, Quentin Fottrell,…

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Home Alone 2 – Live in Concert

Home Alone 2: Lost in New York Live in Concert features a full symphony orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live while the movie plays on a big screen with its original dialogue. This festive holiday event has been a success worldwide, with performances in late 2025 (such as the December 12-13 concerts at Royal…

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Christmas Gala

I’ve just finished an arrangement for the incredible opera singer, Sinead Campbell Wallace, who will be performing at a Christmas Gala with the National Symphony Orchestra on December 22, 2025. Here is information about the programme and where you can buy tickets!

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A tribute to Neil Young

Showbill for the Neil Young @ 80 concert

The majestic National Concert Hall, Dublin hosted a stirring celebration of one of rock music’s great voices. Titled Neil Young at 80, the evening brought together the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, Ireland’s premier Neil Young tribute band Harvest and the powerful 30-piece choir Hearts of Gold, conducted by Gavin Murphy, in a tribute to the songwriting legacy of Neil Young. Cathleen was…

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Festival of Voice

Dublin’s National Concert Hall lit up with an unforgettable evening as part of the inaugural Festival of Voice, where Nigerian‑Irish sensation Tolü Makay joined forces with iconic Sean‑nós singer Iarla Ó Lionáird, soprano Eimear Quinn, and the National Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of conductor David Brophy. This musical journey, held onJune 27, was a celebration of Ireland’s rich…

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A Safe Place to Hide

RTE’s Culture Night 2024 featured live performances from various artists, including Joe Chester and Gemma Hayes performing “A Safe Place To Hide” which Cathleen orchestrated. A great show, with some wonderful musicians.

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