Gráinne Hunt & Jules Stewart
Irish Folk Nights
| Gráinne Hunt | guitar, lead vocalist |
|---|---|
| Jules Stewart | drums, percussion and backing vocals |
Often described as the “Irish Joni Mitchell,” singer-songwriter Gráinne Hunt is one of the standout voices in contemporary Irish folk. Her songs combine poetic storytelling with warmth and emotional honesty. As part of Irish Folk Nights at Kings Place, she is joined by San Diego musician Jules Stewart for an intimate evening of beautifully crafted songs and harmonies.
Over the past decade, Gráinne Hunt has built an international reputation as a captivating live performer, touring extensively across Ireland, Europe, the United States and Australia. Her songs combine the intimacy of traditional folk storytelling with a modern sensibility, drawing listeners into beautifully crafted narratives delivered with warmth, wit and striking vocal clarity.
Hunt’s performances are celebrated for their emotional depth and connection with audiences, creating an atmosphere that is both reflective and uplifting. Whether performing solo or in collaboration, her music carries a quiet power that resonates long after the final note.
Joined by San Diego–based musician Jules Stewart, with subtle percussion and vocal harmonies that complement Hunt’s songwriting, the duo create an intimate, atmospheric live experience where melody, harmony and storytelling take centre stage. Together they present an evening that celebrates the richness of contemporary Irish folk, heartfelt,
evocative and deeply human.
Come early to hear Irish folk musician Molly Donnery live in the Foyer from 7.15 pm.
This event will last for approximately 1 hours 45 minutes, including an interval.
Concessions & Under 30s tickets
Kings Place Concessions Tickets
We want to ensure that people who may be struggling financially to purchase a ticket can still enjoy visiting Kings Place. A limited number of tickets are allocated for certain events (if the ticket type does not show in the booking pathway, it means they are not available for this event or have all been sold). Concessions tickets are accessible for people on the following criteria (for more information visit our FAQs)
- Pension Credit
- Universal Credit
- Disability Benefit
- Income Support or Job Seekers allowance
- Students
£10 ‘Under 30s’ tickets
A limited number of £10 tickets are available for certain shows to attendees aged under 30. To access Under 30s tickets, your account needs to be updated with your Date of Birth. Please visit the account centre to add your Date of Birth and go to ‘Other Preferences’ to opt in to the Under 30s Scheme.
If £10 tickets are available, the ticket discount will apply automatically at checkout. If the discount does not apply, this means all ‘Under 30s’ tickets have sold out for the performance.
Please note that proof of age may be requested at the venue.
Plan your visit
Getting here
Kings Place is situated just a few minutes’ walk from King’s Cross and St Pancras stations, one of the most connected locations in London and now the biggest transport hub in Europe.
Our address is:
90 York Way, London, N1 9AG.
The Venue
Our performance spaces are situated on the lower ground floor. Hall One, Hall Two and St Pancras are located in level -2, reached by stairs, escalator and lift from the ground floor entrance level.
Event Times
Door times indicate auditorium entrance times only. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the Kings Place seating areas, gallery-level art, canal-side terrace, café, restaurant and bar throughout the day and evening.
- Our events begin promptly at the advertised start time. Typically, there is no support unless otherwise stated.
- We recommend arriving in good time before the performance. The Hall doors will open 30 minutes before the performance to allow time to take your seats, or to choose a space for standing shows.
- Latecomers will be admitted at a suitable break in the performance where possible
Access
We aim to make your visit to Kings Place as comfortable as possible. For more information about the accessibility of Kings Place, including details about our Access Scheme, please visit this page.
If you would like to discuss your access requirements with a member of our team, please get in touch with the Box Office team at info@kingsplace.co.uk.
Food & Drink
Rotunda Bar & Restaurant
Rotunda, situated on the ground floor of Kings Place, offers a unique dining and drinking experience alongside Regent’s Canal. The concert bar in the venue foyer will also be open for select events.
Green & Fortune Café
Recently re-furbished and now open with a new look, the Green & Fortune Café is open for selected concerts. Serving hot and cold food and drinks, including sandwiches, salads, soup, stew and a pie of the day, alongside a choice of cakes made by the on-site bakery team. See here for selected concert dates and standard opening hours.
About Gráinne Hunt
Gráinne’s original work – two solo albums and a new live EP – draws from deeply personal experiences, weaving stories of pain, longing, and joy that have earned her comparisons to Tracy Chapman and Natalie Merchant. Her powerhouse performances have taken her from stages with Glen Hansard and U2, to opening for Gladys Knight and Mary Black.
After showcasing at Folk Alliance International 2024, she secured an O-1 visa to cement her presence in the U.S. In 2025, she showcased at Celtic Connections, completed two U.S. tours, and premiered her new show Queer Arrivals at the Liverpool Irish Festival. 2026 begins with another Folk Alliance showcase in New Orleans, followed by a tour of Australia, including Port Fairy Folk Festival and a return to the U.S.
Beyond her solo work, Gráinne collaborates widely – most notably with guitarist Brendan Walsh on Songs from Ireland and Hibsen, a literary folk project inspired by James Joyce’s Dubliners
About Jules Stewart
Jules Stewart, based in San Diego, CA, is an accomplished drummer and vocalist with over 25 years of experience performing with artists including Gráinne Hunt, Lindsay White, and Please Ask for Paul. Known for her dynamic precision and deep musical sensitivity, Jules brings both groove and grace to every collaboration. She’s been featured in DRUM! magazine’s New Blood column, the San Diego Troubadour, and on The Up and Coming Drummer Podcast.
Together, Gráinne and Jules deliver an intimate yet powerful live experience – soaring harmonies, emotional storytelling, and connection that transcends borders.
Reviews
‘The hardest working woman in Irish music.’ Glen Hansard
‘The Irish Joni.’ Michael Londra
‘An astounding voice that will melt your heart. No crowd can resist.’ Declan O’Rourke
‘Your music has that rare mix of nostalgia and freshness -impossible to box into one genre. It just wraps around you and makes you feel good inside.’ Adi, Festival Producer, Bear Music Festival