By Dan Walsh Well-known Wexford singer and entertainer, Michael Londra, has a new series starting this week on PBS TV in America called ‘Ireland with Michael’ where he will be highlighting the best three tourism attractions in the South-East – counties Wexford, Waterford and Kilkenny. A singer, producer and TV show host, Michael’s production isContinue reading “Wexford features in USA TV show”
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Chris Black speaks from the Poet’s Room
By Dan Walsh in Enniscorthy Poet Chris Black was a special guest at Creative Grounds in Enniscorthy this morning where he introduced his latest work – a spoken-word CD titled Poetry from the Poet’s Room Vol. 1 – fresh off the presses and ready for readership appreciation. Welcomed by Kristyna Simko and Alfie O’Sullivan atContinue reading “Chris Black speaks from the Poet’s Room”
Beauty and the Beast opens in Carnew
By Dan Walsh Carnew Musical Society is staging Beauty and the Beast in St. Brigid’s Hall, Carnew, opening with a Matinee next Sunday, November 24th at 3pm and continuing all next week -Monday to Saturday at 8pm nightly. The role of Chip (the teacup) will be played at alternative performances by Eli Finnerty and Gearoid Hogan.Continue reading “Beauty and the Beast opens in Carnew”
6th Askamore Art Exhibition runs until Sunday
By Dan Walsh at Askamore Community Centre Hall The 6th annual Askamore Art Exhibition was launched in Askamore Community Centre Hall tonight (Wednesday) by well-known actor and writer, Philip Judge. It is the biggest Askamore Art Exhibition ever with 41 artists exhibiting 137 pieces of vibrant and original works. An accomplished actor with many rolesContinue reading “6th Askamore Art Exhibition runs until Sunday”
Music is silent and lights out at ‘The Stores’
By Dan Walsh at Wexford There is massive shock in social circles in Wexford town with the devastating news that Wexford’s iconic late night and music venue – The Centenary Stores on Charlotte Street – is closed. First opened in 1988 by the late Michael Tierney ‘The Stores’ as it was affectionately called was oneContinue reading “Music is silent and lights out at ‘The Stores’”
73rd Wexford Festival Opera is under way
By Dan Walsh on Wexford Quay The 73rd Wexford Festival Opera opened this evening with the traditional fireworks display on Wexford Quays and while the weather favoured umbrellas and rain gear it failed to dampen the enthusiasm for the occasion as a large family orientated crowd turned out in force. The 16-day festival with 70Continue reading “73rd Wexford Festival Opera is under way”
Busy drama season for Bunclody Kilmyshall
By Dan Walsh Last Friday night, in Redmond’s Loft, Bunclody Kilmyshall Drama Group launched its 2024-’25 season of plays, in the company of friends, performers, members past and present and sponsors. At the launch, Chairman Rory Kinsella expressed his pride in the group having three shows in preparation, one of which was written by aContinue reading “Busy drama season for Bunclody Kilmyshall”
Civic Reception salutes Fleadh volunteers
By Dan Walsh The success of Fleadh Cheoil nah Éireann 2024 was celebrated with a Civic Reception hosted by Cathaoirleach Wexford County Council, Cllr Pip Breen, to honour over 400 volunteers for their tireless efforts. It was held in County Hall, Wexford, last Saturday. “Your willingness to share your time by volunteering for the FleadhContinue reading “Civic Reception salutes Fleadh volunteers”
Kilanerin Food and Heritage Festival
By Dan Walsh Following the success of its inaugural event last year, the vibrant North Wexford community of Kilanerin is calling on lovers of food, heritage, and vintage machinery to visit the village once again for their second Kilanerin Food and Heritage Festival taking place this weekend – Saturday and Sunday, September 14th-15th – whichContinue reading “Kilanerin Food and Heritage Festival”
Melanie O’Reilly plays Wexford Arts Centre
By Dan Walsh Wexford-based Melanie O’Reilly, jazz musician and Honorary Consul to France is having a busy week ahead of an Afternoon Jazz session in Wexford Arts Centre on Wednesday. Last Saturday Melanie attended a very special event when a plaque dedicated to Irish Hollywood legend Maureen O’Hara (1920-2015) was unveiled by the Lord MayorContinue reading “Melanie O’Reilly plays Wexford Arts Centre”
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