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Talking History – Irish-Australian history series

Irish-Australian history is deep and rich Continue reading →

Riverrun: Melodio[sities] in pure effusion

Riverrun, the theatrical tour de force based on the final section of Finnegans Wake, devised and performed by Olwen Fouéré, in making the choice to dramatise the Liffey rather than the characters offers an unexpected but very clarifying innovation… Continue reading →

IRELAND’S EUROSONG 2015: You wouldn’t recognise it!

Eurosong, Ireland’s contest to select a singer for Eurovision, is a different beast in 2015. No shirtfronts. No drug allegations. No mention of defamation proceedings. And even the computers worked! Continue reading →

Riverrun, at the Adelaide Festival

Nature of event: Performance and discussion of genesis of riverrun, a one-woman show interpreting the role of the River in James Joyce’s Finnegans Wake, and at the end of the season, a discussion between the creator, Olwen Fouére and Professor Ronán McDonald. Where: Adelaide Festival and University of Adelaide, respectively. When: The show runs at … Continue reading →

Sharon Shannon Tour 2015

The accordionist from Ireland has achieved legendary status Continue reading →

Beckett Triptych at the Adelaide Festival

Nature of event: Beckett Triptych featuring three of Australia’s greatest actors, Paul Blackwell, Peter Carroll and Pamela Rabe in three perfect theatrical gems: Footfalls, Eh Joe and Krapp’s Last Tape. Where: Adelaide Festival Centre, State Theatre Company, Scenic Workshop and Rehearsal Room, King William Road, Adelaide. When: Fri 20 Feb 2015, 7:00pm to Wed 25 Feb 2015 @ 7:00pm Cost: Preview: … Continue reading →