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Join Wayne Brown each Sunday for Showtime - the very best of music from the world of musicals and stage. Wayne brings his wealth of knowledge and experience of theatre to the radio waves and chats to people involved in the industry.
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Omega 3 Orchestra Return to Garter Lane (opens the original)
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Omega 3 Orchestra Return to Garter Lane Live music can be difficult to describe when it refuses categories. The Omega 3 Orchestra is a perfect example. The Waterford group returns to Garter Lane this Saturday, September 19th. Francie White and Gerry Madden joined Wayne to discuss the concert, their unusual musical mix, and what audiences can expect. Despite the name, Omega 3 isn't a conventional orchestra. The eight-piece group features several talented multi-instrumentalists. Their music moves
Jekyll and Hyde Comes to Waterford (opens the original)
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Waterford Musical Society is taking on one of musical theatre’s most dramatic shows. Next May, Jekyll & Hyde will come to the Theatre Royal, marking the first time the production has been staged in Waterford outside the festival. In this episode, Wayne chats with director Margaret Kavanagh about the exciting new production. Margaret explains why Jekyll & Hyde represents such a significant challenge for Waterford Musical Society. She also reveals why the show offers tremendous opportunities for p
Luke Corcoran and Robyn Brady talk Pub Theatre (opens the original)
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Luke Corcoran and Robyn Brady talk Pub Theatre Waterford Pub Theatre Returns With Two Exciting Productions Luke Corcoran and producer Robin Brady joined Showtime on Sunday. They discuss new actors, fresh writing, and local theatre opportunities. Their project creates exciting opportunities for emerging Waterford theatre talent. Luke launched pub theatre after working with new actors. He wanted to create opportunities outside traditional theatre funding systems. Waterford has plenty of pubs, so L
Remembering Mona Manahan with Jim Nolan (opens the original)
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Remembering Mona Manahan with Jim Nolan This podcast pays tribute to Waterford theatre legend Mona Manahan. Mona sadly passed away last week, leaving a remarkable legacy. Many people knew Mona as Des Manahan’s devoted wife. However, she built an impressive career within Irish theatre. Lifelong friend Jim Nolan shares his personal memories. Jim joined us to remember Mona’s extraordinary life and work. He recalls Mona’s important role with Red Kettle Theatre. Mona worked as a costume designer for
Behind the Scenes at Spraoi on Showtime (opens the original)
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Behind the Scenes at Spraoi on Showtime Spraoi returns to Waterford this week with another packed programme. We looked behind the scenes of Ireland's biggest free street arts festival. We chat with Spraoi programmer Deirdre Dwyer. She explains why street theatre feels so different. Performers must win the audience every minute. There are no curtains. There are no barriers. Every performance happens right beside the crowd. Deirdre shares some of her top festival picks. She highlights MDR – Death
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