In Ireland at Halloween, it is just as easy to buy Barm Brack from a bakery or even the supermarket. But here is a lovely traditional recipe that is easy to make with simple ingredients to bring the taste of Halloween here. Some bakeries would put a ring for marriage or a pea for poverty. Continue reading
The showband era also witnessed intense competition among bands vying for audience attention and record deals. This competitive environment fueled innovation and creativity, leading to the emergence of new musical styles and trends within the showband scene. Continue reading
While Beckett’s encounter with Joyce teaches him he must follow a different creative path from Joyce’s to achieve his purposes, the same cannot be said of Lucia. Continue reading
Nothing is funnier than unhappiness. Well, in the theatre, anyway. Continue reading
A feast of Irish film available in Sydney, but also online around Australia. A roundup from Enda Murray and team. Continue reading
A Miscellany: Plays, Bloomsday, Christmas in July, Lughnasa Bacon and Cabbage, Talks, Music, singing, Dancing Continue reading
Music, dancing, classes, seminar paper, festivals…. Continue reading
Every Irish dancer in Australia owes a debt to the indomitable teacher, Geraldine Ryan Continue reading
Films, Races, St Pat’s Celebrations, Celtic Connections, A Book Launch & Genealogy Continue reading
Three New Documentary films at the Irish Film Festival, including two love songs to Dublin. Continue reading
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