The Arts House

It's always fantastic to showcase young talent - and here's a brand new voice to the scene. We are delighted to introduce Brooke Stanton! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you read "Tuesdays With Morrie"? Have you seen the film? Have you ever seen it on stage?! Well now's your chance to travel the road with this incredible character as the production of Tuesdays With Morrie comes to the Everyman Theatre for 3 nights! Elmarie Mawe spoke to David Hayman who plays the titular role. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Centuries before we scrolled to pass the time - how did residents of Cork have fun in Viking times?! Find out in this week's episode of Rebel Relics, as Conor Tallon talks to the Curator of Cork Public Museum, Dan Breen, about the treasures of the museum! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did you see "The Assembly" on TV this spring? Well Elmarie Mawe spoke to Cork's Kevin Walsh about taking part in the series, about a gig he's organised to raise money for the Rainbow Club, and about the inspiration for his new single "Seize the Moment" available on all platforms and Bandcamp right now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This year sees the 4th Féile Fearran Rí attracting a huge range of musicians to the Northside of Cork City to celebrate music and storytelling, and Conor Tallon spoke to Jessie Cawley of Music Generation Cork City all about it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elmarie Mawe chatted to Cork singer and songwriter Maria Byrne about a very special song release for Mothers' Day this year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elmarie Mawe chatted to Cork writer and director Maria McLeod about her feature film "Wish You Were Here" being screened in Triskel this week, and about her path to filmmaking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In "Chapter One", Conor Tallon chats to Fiona Farrell from Leaf and Bower in Ballincollig about a new book - and just gets a taste of the story from the first chapter. So this week's hot new release was Liz Nugent's "The Truth About Ruby Cooper" and Fiona was all excited about it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Sherlock-Homes-obsessed man living hidden away on Cork's Northside........ writer and performer Timmy O Mahony spoke to Conor Tallon about his new play on tour now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new EP "Lip Gloss" was just released by Ben Warren Flynn with one track having a particular meaning for its writer. Elmarie Mawe spoke to musician and composer Ben Warren Flynn and got him to introduce "Olive Tree" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yet again this year the West Cork Drama Festival has a superb lineup of groups coming from various parts of the country to take part. Elmarie Mawe spoke to PRO Áine de Róiste! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beloved Cork singer-songwriter Ger Wolfe was Conor Tallon's guest, to chat about his latest album, and his upcoming live performance in Coughlan's on Douglas Street. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Rochestown Park Hotel on March 21st will be the setting for a huge night hosted by Courcey Rovers GAA. Films, music, and lots of awards, all in aid of club facilities in Ballinspittle. Elmarie Mawe chatted to Gail Nolan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elmarie Mawe chatted to Mary Pedder Daly about taking on the huge work of Karl Jenkins in a very special performance in Killeagh Church. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Michael Ryan and Sean Kelleher teamed up as Hubcap Theatre they captured thousands with their first production of "The Parish" which toured all over Ireland. From that came two women called Mary - and their escapades are now coming to a theatre near you! Conor Tallon caight up with them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this new book series, Conor Tallon chats to Fiona Farrel of Leaf and Bower, where they dive into a new book and read the first chapter. Is that enough to grab you and pull you in? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're from Cork. We LOVE Shandon! We can all see it from almost any point in the city centre. But what does Shandon see??!! Dive into the most varied and fascinating world of characters as watched from Shandon's four faces in Ger Fitzgibbons stunning play and celebaration of Cork. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Disover Cork's hidden treasures and some amazing stories, as Conor Tallon caught up with Curator of Cork Public Museum, Dan Breen, for another intriguing episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a rainy spring evening, there's nowhere better than a bookshop, and John Breen has lined up some great author events in Waterstones as well this month, as he described to Conor Tallon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Who doesn't love the story of Les Miserables? Well Elmarie Mawe spoke to Frrench film director Eric Besnard about his acclaimed portrayal of Jean Valjean - the closing film of this year's Cork French Film Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well what a task Sheena Crowley has set herself and the team! A brand new Songwriting competition is now open for entries, with prizes including funding and recording, so it's going to attract huge attention! Elmarie Mawe called into Crowley's Music Store to find out more from Sheena. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you know a writer? Are YOU in fact, a writer?! Well during Cork World Book Fest there's a fabulous opportunity to meet book agents and publishers if you have somehting that's worth seeing in print. Elmarie Mawe spoke to Senior Executive Librarian Patricia Looney about the One Page Pitch Event! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's toujours great excitement in Cork for the Cork French Film Festival run by the Alliance Francaise, and there was a super gathering for the launch of the 37th edition during the semaine! Time to get booking your tickets, and Elmarie Mawe spoke to Alliance Francaise Cork Presidente, Valerie David-McGonnell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cofrk authors are on a roll at the moment. This week watch out on Amazon Prime for the filmed version of Catherine Ryan Howard's 56 Days! And Elmarie Mawe gave Booktokker Emma O Connell a buzz to chat about the series from Chloe Walsh which has just been picked up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Never hardly longer than a minute, Cork storyteller Gerry Miller has a store of yarns, puns and wisecracks to make us chuckle over the coffee. Here's this week's gem as he chatted with Conor! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Conor Tallon called into Cork Public Museum to talk to Curator Dan Breen, and begin a series looking at some of the amazing archaeological finds and historical artifacts we can all discover on a visit! They began with one of the tiniest and oldest objects in the Museum's collection! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elmarie Mawe was delighted to be joined live in studio this morning by musicians Ellen Crowley and Charlie Duff of The Olympia Quartet to talk about their upcoming concerts in the Ortús Chamber Music Festival, and lots more besides! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a pure pleasure to have the brilliant Marja Gaynor in studio with Elmarie Mawe, as they chatted ahead of the Ortús Chamber Music Festival 2026. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Conor Tallon caught up with Fiona Farrell to gather a super suggestion-list of books, for Valentines to Palentines and everyone in-between! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elmarie Mawe and Conor Tallon were joined in studio by Therese O Sullivan, choreographer and cast members Andrew Armitage and Megan Grufferty, from the MTUCSM Degree in Musical Theatre, ahead of the stunning show "Come From Away". It tells the true story of the tiny town of Gander in Newfoundland, whcih overnight welcomed 7000 stranded plane passengers on the day of September 11th 2001. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What tremendous work is being done by Sample Studios in the field of supporting artists in Cork. Conor Tallon spoke to Director Aoibhie McCarthy about a new bursary scheme which will make a hige difference to 15 specially chosen artists this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marking its 50th birthday, the Cork Arts Theatre has embarked on a series of super initiatives and programmes. One of those involves promoting new plays with female directors. Elmarie Mawe spoke to Julie Kelleher who is directing the Irish premier of the play "Infinity" which opens on February 5th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elmarie Mawe chatted to Cork author Martin McSweeney about his new thriller set in Cork in the 1960s, called "Sins of the Father." It's a page-turner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork has lots of great film clubs scfreening great films from the world of independent cinema. Conor Tallon chatted to Jamie Monagan about this week's Cine Club screening in the city, and had news of Clonakilty and Bantry screenings as well this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elmarie Mawe chatted to Marguerite McQuaid about this year's Creative Bandon Brigid's Festival - lots happening for Ireland's newest Bank Holiday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Artist Clare McLaughlin joined Elmarie Mawe to talk about Seen Unseen - a way for cisually impaired people to experience and engage with art in galleries all over Ireland! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well they're never predictable, but they're never boring! Elmarie invited Declan in to chat movies, but as usual......they got sidetracked!!!!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27–30 January, 7pm, UCC Staff Common RoomA celebration of a brilliant career........a retirement party.......and a murder! Set in the UCC Staff Common Room, this immersive experience will bring the audience in as if they are guests at a retirement function - and then the play will be enacted all around you! Writer and Director Brenda Lynch, and cast members Jim O Mahony,and Eric Brown joined Elmarie Mawe and Conor Tallon in studio. https://sites.google.com/view/ucc-players-murder-mystery/home Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elmarie Mawe went along to the Stack Theatre of the MTU Cork School of Music on Union Quay to meet the Degree students of Drama and Theatre Studies as they prepare to open Twelfth Night this week! The perfect play to take us from winter into spring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Art Historian Dr Matthew Whyte offers a new lecture series at Triskel Arts Centre, which takes the audience on an art-filled journey through the often beautiful, sometimes scandalous, and always fascinating moments in the development of Western civilisation. The lectures can be attended as a series, but are also designed as standalone talks, which can be attended individually. Dr Whyte has lectured in Art History in University College Cork since 2014, where he completed his PhD in the art and culture of Renaissance Italy, and he spoke to Conor Tallon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A brand new season of Independent Cinema gets underway this Thursday January 22nd, so Elmarie Mawe spoke to Jamie Monagan about what's on the calendar! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An adult musical theatre class running at the ACA Performing Arts with Aileen Coffey, sounds like the perfect place to get together and sing! So Elmarie Mawe went along to meet them ahead of An Evening of Broadway Magic where they can showcase their work so far! it sounds fantastic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gerry Miller is one of Cork's story tellers and purveyor of anecdotes, and to brighten the month of January, he's sharing "Gerry's little Gems" with us! Short little anecdotes to bring a smile and a chuckle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Come take part in an Abba night of fun and joy, without the weekly commitment to a choir! Pop Up Choir is a one-night-only, non-commitment choir where you'll learn, sing and record one full song in just one evening! Using just the lyrics and under our witty guidance, they'll take the audience from zero to choir in only 2 hours!The final portion of the night will even be spent recording the song (video + audio), and the final result will be shared on theirsocials - a lovely memory to look back on. Nicki Griffin spoke to Conor Tallon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe Carey at the White Horse chatted to Conor Tallon about this year's Ballincollig Winter Music Festival. Now in its 16th year, it takes place between the 26th January and 2nd February 2026. Expect a smorgasbord of music, dance, spoken word and art, liberally sprinkled with joy and community spirit! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LOVESONG by Abi Morgan is a story of one couple, told from two different points in their lives, as young lovers in their thirties and as worldly companions looking back on their relationship. Their past and present selves collide in this beautiful tale of togetherness. All relationships have their ups and downs; the optimism of youth becomes the wisdom of experience. Love is a leap of faith. Conor Tallon spoke to cast members, husband and wife, Jenny Fennessy and Dylan Kennedy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hunters Moon Theatre brings Never Going Back There, a new Irish play by Philip O'Byrne, to The Everyman stage.The play depicts the story of a powerful Irish woman who would not allow religion, or the Magdalene laundries, to define her. She chose her own path of success and independence. Based on a true story, it exposes the stranglehold that religion had on Irish people in the 60s and 70s. But it also shows the determination and resilience of one young woman to break that hold and set out on her own path of success and independence in another country and to vow that she will “never go back there”. Philip spoke to Conor Tallon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A crackling fire and a cracking read! What better winter combination?! Fiona Farrell of Leaf and Bower picked some great book choices for Conor Tallon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sending and receiving gifts made in Cork is extrta special at Christmas when we all have so much. Georgia Hopkins told Elmarie Mawe all about the newly opened West Cork Collective in Ballinspittle! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the time of year to settle down and watch some great Christmas movies, and one of the big releases everyone is loving this year is "Tinseltown" starring Keifer Sutherland and Rebel Wilson. Cork's Damien Tracey is Associate Producer of the movie and chatted to Elmarie! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Impossible to fit everything in, and impossible to podcast them all, so here's a snip of some of the events we mentioned for your diary this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.