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Two years ago this month, Tina Turner died at the age of 83 at her home in Switzerland. The global superstar and rock icon had a career spanning more than five decades. Although she retired from performing in her late 60s, one of her final projects was to collaborate on Tina: The Tina Turner Musical, which debuted in London's West End in 2018. This month the show comes to Dublin's Bord Gáis Energy Theatre for a two week run and in this episode Róisín Ingle speaks to some of the cast members, Jochebel Ohene MacCarthy who plays the role of Tina Turner and choreographer Simone Mistry Palmer. But first, Irish Times opinion editor Jennifer O'Connoll is here to discuss some of the biggest stories of the week, including the camogie skorts row, the latest from the papal conclave and Prince Harry's recent security woes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Chat with the two Irish dancers who are performing in Matthew Bourne's ‘Swan Lake', which returns to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre at the end of May as part of its 30th anniversary tour Full details: www.bordgaisenergytheatre.ie
Arts and Media Correspondent Evelyn O'Rourke looks ahead to the Irish National Opera's production of the 'The Flying Dutchman' this week.
Anton is joined by retired astronaut, Chris Hadfield to talk about his experiences in space, the ongoing diplomatic & trade dispute between Canada and the US, and more.As a part of his 'A Journey into the Cosmos' tour, Chris will be in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre on June 5th where people will be treated to never-before-seen space imagery of Earth, the Moon, Mars, and more, in an awe-inspiring exploration of discovery.
On this week's Executive Chair Bobby spoke to Stephen Faloon, General Manager, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.
This on Screentime John Fardy chats to Armando Iannucci about bringing Dr Strangelove to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre as well as taking up and giving up the piano. Sinead O'Shea talks about her new documentary 'Blue Road: The Edna O'Brien Story'. Plus, Niamh O'Reilly reveals the week new cinema releases.
The world's first stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick's timeless classic Dr. Strangelove will make its Irish debut at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre next Wednesday running from the 5th to the 22nd of February. Sean speaks to Armando Lannucci, Multi Award winning satirist, writer, director & producer
On Thursday, Matt was joined by Armando Iannucci, the creator of iconic TV shows like Alan Partride, Veep and The Thick of It.He discussed his stage adaptation of the Stanley Kubrick classic, 'Dr. Strangelove', which is coming to the Bórd Gáis Energy Theatre on the 5th of February, along with his storied career that spans decades.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear their chat.
Armando Iannucci, the Godfather of satire behind Veep and the Thick of It joined Oliver this morning. He told us about bringing Dr. Strangelove to the stage with Steve Coogan. It's on in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from Wednesday 05 February to Saturday 22 February 2025 for a limited run.
The world's first stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick's timeless classic Dr. Strangelove will make its Irish debut at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre next Wednesday running from the 5th to the 22nd of February. Sean speaks to Armando Lannucci, Multi Award winning satirist, writer, director & producer
Have you ever dreamed of singing and dancing on stage? Well, you might have a chance because there is an open casting call (for anyone) to star in the iconic musical Little Shop Of Horrors this summer. Stephen Faloon, General Manager of the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, explains it all.
Harry Crosbie, founder of the 3Arena, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Vicar Street, has won permission for an eight-storey Vicar Street Hotel despite receiving 40 objections. We hear from Harry this morning on the show.
Today is World Opera Day!Seán Boylan, who will be appearing as Marullo in RIGOLETTO at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from December 1 - 7, joins Andrea in the studio to give us the history of Opera, and attempt to coach her on how to sing like an opera singer!
Harry Crosbie, founder of the 3Arena, the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Vicar Street, has won permission for an eight-storey Vicar Street Hotel despite receiving 40 objections. We hear from Harry this morning on the show.
This week's visiting critic is bestselling author Cathy Kelly. She's not a fan of musicals so naturally we sent her to one! But did she love it? Find out here. She also spoke of her cancer journey and on how important her work with charities is to her. Hamilton is running at Bord Gáis Energy Theatre until the 16th November
Evelyn O'Rourke, Arts and Media Correspondent, reports on Hamilton's record breaking run at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre which is set to begin this week.
From screen to stage, Amber Davies joins Dave to chat about playing Vivien in Pretty Woman The Musical at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, what life is like after winning Love Island and her podcast Your Five Minute Call.
Irish actor Sarah O'Connor stars as Glinda in the hit musical Wicked. She joins Maura in studio ahead of a run at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from July 23rd to September 15th.
It's the final b-b-b-b-bonus episode from the live tour and what better way to end than with Irish comedy god and ‘Father Ted' star Ardal O'Hanlon. Oh, and eating a creamy dessert. Follow Ardal on Twitter @ardalsfolly and Instagram @ardalohanlon Recorded by Matt Mountford-Lister for Storm Productions Group live at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin.Edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Irish comedy icon Tommy Tiernan joins us for night one in Dublin. And, no, this episode hasn't been edited much. Tommy Tiernan is on tour now with ‘Tommedian'. For dates and tickets go to tommytiernan.ie Follow Tommy on Twitter @Tommedian and Instagram @officialtommedianRecorded by Matt Mountford-Lister for Storm Productions Group live at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin.Edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Musical producer Cameron Mackintosh brings a new production of Mary Poppins to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from December 11th to January 11th.
Sinead Campbell Wallace has become one of the opera scenes most exciting dramatic sopranos. The Irish National Opera presents Richard Strauss' Salome for three performances at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre this March.
Ruth Jones is starring as Mother Superior in the musical production of Sister Act at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.
Orpha Phelan chats to Marty about the production of La Boheme with Irish National Opera soon to be showing at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.
Marty chats to stars of Bord Gáis Energy Theatre's, The Lion King - Thandazile Soni (Rakifi) and Brian Gilligan (Scar).
Aifric chats to actor Samel Palliser Kehoe about playing Christopher Robin in the stage adaptation of Winnie The Pooh which is at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from July 28th to 30th!
It's All-Ireland weekend so The Hurling Pod gathered some of the greatest of the game to preview this Sunday's final - Joe Canning, Tommy Walsh, Ciarán Carey, James Skehill & Paul Murphy are all alongside Will O'Callaghan live in The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre! Hurling, It's Anyone's Game. Off The Ball has teamed up with Senior Hurling Championship sponsors, Bord Gáis Energy, to uncover stories highlighting the positive impact hurling has had on people's lives | @BGEGAA
The Hurling Pod was LIVE in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and to build up to Limerick vs. Kilkenny this weekend, Ciarán Carey & Tommy Walsh joined the lads to reminisce on their own glory days! Hurling, It's Anyone's Game. Off The Ball has teamed up with Senior Hurling Championship sponsors, Bord Gáis Energy, to uncover stories highlighting the positive impact hurling has had on people's lives | @BGEGAA
Galway hurling legend Joe Canning joined The Hurling Pod - Will O'Callaghan, Paul Murphy & James Skehill - live in The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre ahead of this weekend's All-Ireland Hurling final! Hurling, It's Anyone's Game. Off The Ball has teamed up with Senior Hurling Championship sponsors, Bord Gáis Energy, to uncover stories highlighting the positive impact hurling has had on people's lives | @BGEGAA
It's All-Ireland weekend so The Hurling Pod gathered some of the greatest of the game to preview this Sunday's final - Joe Canning, Tommy Walsh, Ciarán Carey, James Skehill & Paul Murphy are all alongside Will O'Callaghan live in The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre! Hurling, It's Anyone's Game. Off The Ball has teamed up with Senior Hurling Championship sponsors, Bord Gáis Energy, to uncover stories highlighting the positive impact hurling has had on people's lives | @BGEGAA
The Hurling Pod was LIVE in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and to build up to Limerick vs. Kilkenny this weekend, Ciarán Carey & Tommy Walsh joined the lads to reminisce on their own glory days! Hurling, It's Anyone's Game. Off The Ball has teamed up with Senior Hurling Championship sponsors, Bord Gáis Energy, to uncover stories highlighting the positive impact hurling has had on people's lives | @BGEGAA
Galway hurling legend Joe Canning joined The Hurling Pod - Will O'Callaghan, Paul Murphy & James Skehill - live in The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre ahead of this weekend's All-Ireland Hurling final! Hurling, It's Anyone's Game. Off The Ball has teamed up with Senior Hurling Championship sponsors, Bord Gáis Energy, to uncover stories highlighting the positive impact hurling has had on people's lives | @BGEGAA
Marty gets to know Anneleen Beechy and Darren Lee - the stars of Bord Gáis Energy Theatre's 'The King and I'.
Marty gets to know Anneleen Beechy and Darren Lee - the stars of Bord Gáis Energy Theatre's 'The King and I'.
Ryan chats to dancer & choreographer Michael Keegan Dolan on his new dance show 'Mám', which is coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin and then heading to the Venice Dance Bienealle.
Tickets have gone on sale today for the hugely popular multi-award-winning musical phenomenon Hamilton, which will be coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre this September! We asked Brian Merriman, Founder of the International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival - Massive hype for this musical, is it warranted?
Tickets have gone on sale today for the hugely popular multi-award-winning musical phenomenon Hamilton, which will be coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre this September! We asked Brian Merriman, Founder of the International Dublin Gay Theatre Festival - Massive hype for this musical, is it warranted?
Stephen Faloon, General Manager of the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, discusses the news that the multi award-winning Hamilton musical is to come to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre next year.
A Panto in Easter? Sure, why not! Comedian, John Bishop joined Dermot and Dave to chat about the upcoming performance of Mother Goose, starring John and Sir Ian McKellen. Mother Goose comes to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre later this month.
Sopranos Celine Byrne and Claudia Boyle will perform Der Rosenkavalier with mezzo-soprano Paula Murrihy at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre this March. Further information at bordgaisenergytheatre.ie/
She's a soap opera legend and she has also won I'm a Celeb and Strictly Come Dancing in the past! Charlie Brooks will be treading the boards in Dublin next year when 'The Ocean At The End Of The Lane' comes to Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Charlie joined Dermot and Dave to chat about the show and all things EastEnders.
Live music and chat with the acclaimed soprano Claudia Boyle, ahead of her starring role in 'La Traviata' at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
For one night only on Monday, September 26th, European Space Agency Astronaut Tim Peake will be at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, guiding an audience through his extraordinary trip of a lifetime to outer space. In December 2015, Tim became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station and conduct a spacewalk while orbiting Earth. Tim spoke
For one night only on Monday, September 26th, European Space Agency Astronaut Tim Peake will be at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, guiding an audience through his extraordinary trip of a lifetime to outer space. In December 2015, Tim became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station and conduct a spacewalk while orbiting Earth. Tim spoke
Aedín chats with Adam Woodyatt (a.k.a. Ian Beale from Eastenders!) who stars in the award-winning production of My Fair Lady coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre next month.
Dave chats to English Actor, Director and Writer Simon Callow ahead of his performance in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, in hit musical Anything Goes
Simon Callow is one of Britain's most venerable actors of stage and screen. His latest role is in Anything Goes at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from May 18th.
It's a musical of pure escapism! Ahead of a new production of Cole Porter's Anything Goes sailing into Dublin's Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Aedín goes backstage to talk to two stars of the show: Simon Callow and Bonnie Langford.
Sean catches up with Allen Leech, who plays Tom Branson in Downton Abbey: A New Era. The renowned Nederlands Dans Theater is set to return to Bord Gáis Energy Theatre this May Bank Holiday. Tara Brady and Justin MacGregor discuss the latest movie reviews, Downton Abbey: A New Era - Casablanca Beats - The Velvet Queen
Sheila Ferguson was the lead singer and star of The Three Degrees. She's had a career that spans the soul classic days of the Philadelphia sound to Las Vegas residencies. She currently stars in Chicago at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from April 5-16th. bordgaisenergytheatre.ie/show/chicago/
Tenor Russell Watson chats to Marty about taking on the role of Billy Flynn in the musical #Chicago, the dark nature of the character & visiting Dublin to perform at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre.
Writer, musician, and television presenter Richard O'Brien joined Ryan on the line from New Zealand to talk about creating one of the most deranged and distinctive stage musicals that the world has ever seen. 'The Rocky Horror Show' comes to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre on Monday October 4th for one week only.
What is it like when your life is like a Disney movie? Then what's it like when you're IN a Disney Movie??!! Elmarie chatted to Brian Murray about filming for Disney and preparing for the upcoming production of West Side Story in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre this August. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Another hour of the Arts House, bursting with news, chat and music. From the Frank and Walters to Jack O Rourke, Brian Murray and Lorraine Nash, there's plenty to keep you bopping and singing. Gillian Hennessy has the latest on Triskel's Courtyard concert series. Brian Murray describes working on a Disney movie and getting ready to perform in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Olivia Phillips gives her review and Danielle O Donovan describes the Cork Playful Cultural Trail. What's happening in the West Cork Literary Festival online this week? And where can you catch live gigs and music? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Stephen Faloon, General Manager of the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, joined Oliver on the line to share the good news that 'West Side Story' is coming to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre for one night only in August!
Last Thursday, the Irish Times Women’s Podcast hosted an evening of storytelling to mark International Women’s Day. Guests on the night were invited to share their stories of overcoming a challenge, in front of our virtual audience on Zoom and Facebook. In today’s episode, you’ll hear a selection of highlights from the event, including a brilliant story of using creativity to work around academic challenges from senator Lynn Ruane and a moving tale about reclaiming the joy of sea swimming from trans woman and activist Aoife Martin. Journalist Brianna Parkins spoke lovingly about her hard-working mum Lorraine and activist Ailbhe Smyth spoke about the severe depression and anorexia she endured as a young woman in the early 1970s. You can watch back the event in full on The Women’s Podcast Facebook page here: https://fb.watch/45I8OGwTe-/ Later on, Irish soprano Celine Byrne joins Roisin Ingle to speak about her brand new live-stream concert La bohème, which is taking place on Saturday 13th of March live from the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. The opera singer speaks to Ingle about a tough year personally and professionally, her journey into music and the excitement of returning to the stage.
Disney's Beauty and the Beast will take to the stage of the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in July 2021. Lorraine and Tara joined Oliver on the line for the chance to win tickets to the show!
Disney's Beauty and the Beast will take to the stage of the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in July 2021. Lorraine and Tara joined Oliver on the line for the chance to win tickets to the show!
My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Karen and Georgia cover Dorcas ‘Darkey’ Kelly and ‘Lying Eyes’ Sharon Collins.
Stars of the musical Wicked, currently running at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin, Amy Ross and Helen Woolf chat to Róisín Ingle about the rarity that is female-led theatrical productions, about being women in musical theatre and why Irish audiences are the best.
On this episode, Jim was down at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre for this years Dublin Comic-Con and spoke with some of the Cosplayers, stallholders and attendees at this year's event.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/banterflix)
In 1989 Miss Saigon debuted on Broadway. The musical, based on Puccini's opera Madame Butterfly, tells the tragic tale of a doomed romance involving an Asian woman abandoned by her American lover, set in 1970s Saigon during the Vietnam War. The show is currently at the Bord Gais Energy theatre in Dublin and two of its stars, Ashley Gilmour and Red Concepcion, joined me in studio to talk about why it is that Miss Saigon resonates with audiences, how it depicts the reality of the horrors of war and why it is as important now as it was in 1989. Miss Saigon continues at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin until November 18th http://bordgaisenergytheatre.ie/index.php/artist/miss-saigon
Inspirefest founder, Ann O'Dea, speaks to Róisín Ingle about the technology, science, design and arts, conference at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre next week. With 75% of the event's speakers women, Inspirefest is about disrupting the ‘male pale’ tech conference calendar and was borne out of the Silicon Republic founder’s frustration with the usual 9:1 male to female ratio at such events.
The Allianz 2015 Business to Arts Awards programme saw a 25% increase in nominations, with projects valued over €10m put forward for consideration. The 24th annual Allianz Business to Arts Awards took place on 1 September at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, attended by over 500 arts and business leader To discuss the role of the awards, and some of the broader issues in arts business relationship I was joined in studio by three guests…. Andrew Hetherington, Chief Executive, Business to Arts Damien O'Neill, Group Marketing Director, Allianz Ireland the title sponsors Bernardine Maloney, Corporate Communications and Public Relations at ESB – who were the inaugural winners of the Portfolio of Sponsorships category.
On yesterday's show we celebrated the arrival of The Sound of Music into Dublin's Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, so now we are launching our search for Ireland's Most Musical Family & a fabulous prize to go with it. Our Series Producer Ana Leddy joins Dave in studio.
With four performances only the world renowned Birmingham Royal Ballet returns to Dublin’s Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from tomorrow, Thursday 4 to Saturday 6 July. The company is bringing its renowned production of Giselle marking Birmingham Royal Ballet’s return to Dublin following the celebrated performances of Coppélia in July 2011. Des FitzGerald talked to Ballet Mistress Marion Tait from Birmingham Royal Ballet who's been with the company since she was fifteen. Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublin 2 Tickets: Priced from €25.00 Thursday 4 July 2013 7:30 pm; Friday 5 July 2013 7:30 pm; Saturday 6 July 2013 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm Ticketmaster: 0818 719 377 bordgaisenergytheatre.ie The Ten Days in Dublin Festival kicks off tomorrow and among the many offerings is a new play Scabs about the Lockout in 1913. The play’s writer and director Naomi Elster joined Des live from a technical rehearsal (with apologies for the sound quality). The interview also features an extract from the production with actors Robert Harrington and Áine de Siún. The Pearse Centre, 27 Pearse Street July 4th–6th, 2013 @ 8:30pm Tickets: €10/€8 concession - available on the door