The end of the year is always a time to reflect on the preceding twelve months, as well as look forward with hope to the coming year. I want to end 2017 on a positive note, so while I’m not exactly where’d I like to be from a writing perspective (as well as several other areas of my life), I…
Tag: Radio
Review: King of the Castle
Originally broadcast 12/10/2017 on Arena, RTE Radio 1. King of the Castle, presented by Druid, runs until October 15th 2017 at the Gaiety Theatre, Dublin. Director: Garry Hynes Writer: Eugene McCabe Cast includes: Seána Kerslake, Seán McGinley, Peter Daly, Ryan Donaldson, Bosco Hogan, John Olohan, Marty Rea, Steve Blount, Anthony Moriarty, Eddie Mullarkey, Conor Quinlan, Kate Murray, Shane McCormick and Patrick Conneely Design: Francis O’Connor Lighting Design: James F. Ingalls…
Review: Melt
Originally broadcast 02/10/2017 on Arena, RTE Radio 1. Melt, presented by Rough Magic Theatre Company, runs until October 8th 2017 at Smock Alley Theatre, Dublin. Director: Lynne Parker Cast: Genevieve Hulme-Beaman, Charlie Maher, Rebecca O’Mara, Owen Roe Set and Costume Design: Sarah Bacon Lighting Design: Zia Holly Sound Design: Carl Kennedy AV Design: John Galvin
Review: On Blueberry Hill
Originally broadcast 02/10/2017 on Arena, RTE Radio 1. On Blueberry Hill, presented by Fishamble, runs until October 8th 2017 at the Pavilion Theatre, Dun Laoghaire. Writer: Sebastian Barry Director: Jim Culleton Cast: Niall Buggy & David Ganly Set & Costume Design: Sabine Dargent Lighting Design: Mark Galione Sound Design: Denis Clohessy Dramaturg: Gavin Kostick Producer: Eva Scanlan Note: I incorrectly state the running time…
March Blog: Theatrical Treats
With World Theatre Day earlier this week (March 27th) it really brought home to me what an stunning collection of theatres we have in Dublin, and around the country. I was scanning my mind for the various theatres I that regularly attend in Dublin and it made me realised what a diverse selection we have. Even considering that, arguably, we’re…
February Blog: Loving A Murderer
It’s been a busy month for me, mostly with reviews rather than writing if I’m honest, but that’s not a bad thing. I’m still progressing with my novel Attrition, albeit slowly at the moment, and though I’m obviously biased I really love the story and the characters. Well, as much as it’s possible to love a story about the murder…
Review: The Successful TD
Writer: John B. Keane Adaptors: Jon Kenny, Mary McEvoy, Michael Scott Director: Michael Scott Originally broadcast 07/02/2017 on Arena, RTE Radio 1.
January Blog: Waving At The Air
The end of January brings a sigh of relief with it and, while it’s not hugely different to 2016, the awful post-Christmas gloom seems to be on its way out. I’ve been busy working on my second novel, Attrition, which is admittedly taking longer than expected to get the first draft completed. Thankfully, this is because the story has really…
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