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Encore with Zoe Ryan
This week on Encore with Zoe Ryan Sinn Fein Councillor Aoife Masterson weighs in on the conversation around her party's motion to protect Irish Artists against AI and gives us an update on where discussions are at. Offaly-raised Multidisciplinary Artist Christor on using his visual impairment to curate a signature colour palette for his debut solo exhibition, currently on display in his hometown of Birr. A musical tribute to French DJ and composer Kavinsky following his passing earlier this week. Westmeath Actor Daniel Edgerton joins us to give a rundown of the workshops, classes and productio
This week on Encore with Zoe Ryan - a styling masterclass in Laois, a community art exhibition in Westmeath and an over 18s pantomime in Offaly. New music from Irish folk, rock fusion act Asophonics ahead of their debut performance at Forrest Fest in Emo this weekend. Style Architect and Founder of ‘What To Wear’ Valérie Mahé discusses the art of styling ahead of her upcoming 6 week Style & Confidence course taking place in Portlaoise. Curator at the Luan Gallery in Athlone Aoife Banks on opening their community-generated exhibition ‘Threads of Place’ to the public next weekend. Mark Duffy, Wr
This week on Encore with Zoe Ryan 'Encore on Tour' returns with a visit to newly appointed artist in residence at Esker Arts, Offaly-raised Multidisciplinary Artist Hazel Egan to explore what is, the application process for and the benefits of an artist residency placement. The creative behind and Founder of Laois-based business Gaelic Mirage Studios Serhii Kovalov discusses using his creative skills to help others showcase themselves and their work online. Liam Glynn, Marketing & Events Co-Ordinator at Belvedere House & Gardens gives a rundown of their annual flagship event, taking place in W
On this week's installment of Encore with Zoe Ryan - an appeal, an award and an announcement. Cliona Higgins reflects on creating 'Clay by Clio' and reveals her plans to expand, starting with stocking her creations in Midlands-based retailers. Laois-based Photographer Paul Fetherstonhaugh discusses how he went from capturing stills of wildlife to shots of astronomical objects and one of his photographs being shortlisted in a prestigious astrophotography competition. Offaly-born film and television professional Christopher Galvin on what inspires his writings ahead of launching his first book,
On this week's installment of Encore with Zoe Ryan - the return of two highly anticipated annual events in the midlands and a seemingly outside the box pairing which turned out to be a winning combination for a couple of midlands creatives. Chair of the Mullingar Literary Festival Laurence Meehan gives us a rundown of this year's festivities whilst Pat Kenny, a member of the Inklings Writing Group, offers us a sneak peak with a live recital of one of his writings. Offaly-based Artist Emma Barone and Singer Kathrena Ryan on combining their respective crafts to create, 'Aligning with Summer,' an
Encore with Zoe Ryan
This week on Encore with Zoe Ryan Ballinagore born teacher Olive Robinson tells us about bringing Vanessa Galligan’s acclaimed play ‘My Therapist Needs Therapy’ to Athlone Little Theatre for three special performances next weekend in an effort to raise funds for much needed resources. Following their set at Dunamaise Arts Centre’s Battle of the Bands competition earlier this month, newly formed, midlands-based four-piece southern rock band 'Soulberry' discuss their unique sound and what’s next for them. Soprano Helen Hancock reveals her knack to getting more people listening to opera music and
Coming up tonight on Encore with Zoe Ryan. Peggy McHale, Programmer at Dublin International Film Festival, gives us all the details on the ESB Short Film Award, their collaboration with the electricity company to mark their milestone anniversaries (25 and 100 years respectively), offering young film makers in the midlands and across the country the chance to have their short film funded and premiered at DIFF 2027. In the aftermath of the Road to Forest Fest Battle of the Bands competition in Portlaoise last weekend, we have music from contestant, up-and-coming singer songwriter Becca Mitchell.
Encore with Zoe Ryan
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 (Satur
Encore with Zoe Ryan
Encore with Zoe Ryan
Encore with Zoe Ryan
Coming up tonight on Encore with Zoe Ryan Comedian and Activist Ailish McCarthy on her ongoing battle for comedy to be recognised as an official artform and her search for midlands venues to bring her new tour to. Encore on Tour strikes again! Earlier this week Zoe joined the Nomad Players dynamic duo that is Director Eilish Rafferty and Actress Maeve O’Donovan at rehearsals for their production of 'My Name is Lucy Barton' at Esker Arts in Tullamore this coming weekend (May 2nd) and in Birr Theatre and Arts Centre on Saturday June 13th Westmeath-born (now living in Jersey) Writer Yvonne Heavey
This week on Encore with Zoe Ryan - stepping outside your comfort zone, putting on a sacred jacket and bringing a bit of class to the midlands. Proud to say, "she's from Tullamore" Actuary turned Comedian Ciara Izuchukwu joins us to reveal her path to comedy and what's coming down the tracks for her. Creative Jack of All Trades Mick Donnellan discusses his latest one-man play, ‘The Crucified Silence,’ ahead of its premiere curtain call at Athlone Fringe next week. And Ballinea-based Author Chele Crawley on her debut novel Lady Dixon’s Niece and recalling the moment she topped the best sellers
Encore with Zoe Ryan
On tonight's show with Zoe Ryan- honouring our heritage through song, caring for your voice and recognising your 'hobby' can be a viable career. Historian James Scully joins us in-studio ahead of Banagher Brontë Group's premiere of, 'Brontës: Love and Honour,' a collection of 10 songs composed to honour the Brontë family and their connections to the midlands town. Westmeath-based Vocal Coach Emma Goulding of Emma G vocals gives us her top tips and tricks for looking after your vocal cords, something that will no doubt be of interest to you if you rely on your voice for work. Offaly-raised Arti
Encore with Claire O'Brien
Encore with Claire O'Brien
Encore with Claire O'Brien
Encore with Claire O'Brien
Encore with Claire O'Brien
Encore with Zoe Ryan
Encore with Claire O'Brien
