Episode 101
Encore with Zoe Ryan
Friday, 29 May 2026 - 43 minutes
Music Industry and Event Management students at Birr LOETB Jack Concannon and Molly Kavanagh along with their Teacher John McFadden reveal the thinking behind their timely, “What Makes a Hit in 2026,” event.
Westmeath Writer Liza Costello talks about trying her hand at writing for the stage in the wake of the announcement that she has been chosen as one of the three 'Selected Writers' for the annual Script's Playwriting Festival, taking place in Offaly this Summer.
Portlaoise-based Creative Moumita Pal and CEO of Dunamaise Arts Centre Ciara O'Connell discuss 'Solas,' an upcoming concert (Saturday, June 20th) at the Laois venue showcasing, with the help of local groups such as Lynam School of Irish Dancing and Camross Comhaltas, what happens when you fuse Indian and Irish song and dance together.
We will also have new music from Laois Artist June Kirwan.
