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Colm O’Brien cast as Scarecrow in Wizard of Oz

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Killarney audiences will see a familiar face on stage this August as local actor Colm O’Brien prepares to play the Scarecrow in Siamsa Tíre’s summer musical, The Wizard of Oz.

Rehearsals are well underway for the much-anticipated production, which features a talented cast and chorus of 50 adults and 70 children from across Kerry following successful open auditions.
This family musical promises to be a highlight of the summer season, showcasing local performers.
Performances are scheduled from August 6 to 10 at 7:30pm, with an additional Sunday matinee at 2:00pm.
Following last year's successful summer musical, the same creative team returns, expertly led by director Oliver Hurley, with Sorcha O’Connor as Musical Director and Justin Walsh as Choreographer.
Abby Cronin takes the lead role of Dorothy, supported by a strong principal cast including Conor O’Sullivan (Cowardly Lion), David Lynch (Tin Man), Roisin Sugrue (Glinda the Good Witch), Katrina Galvin (Wicked Witch), Mike Lynch (Wizard of Oz), Diarmuid Barry (Emerald City Guard), and Caroline Spillane (Aunt Em).
Angela Ryan Whyte said: "Following the success of last year’s summer musical, we’re adding even more magic this year as we follow the Yellow Brick Road! We had a fantastic response to auditions and are delighted to once again showcase the very best of Kerry’s talent in this joyful, inclusive family production. The Wizard of Oz brings high-quality entertainment to Tralee and offers families a wonderful opportunity to share the magic of live theatre."
Tickets are available now at www.siamsatire.com, priced at €22/€20, with family tickets also available.

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Devine and O’Sullivan top seeds for Galway International Rally

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Four-time Rally of the Lakes winners Callum Devine and Noel O’Sullivan are the top seeds for next weekend’s 2026 Corrib Oil Galway International Rally.

The Derry driver will compete in a Škoda Fabia Rally2, with Noel O’Sullivan of Muckross continuing as co-driver.


While Devine is the reigning 2025 Tarmac Champion, the pairing are still seeking their first outright win on the Galway event.


The rally was officially launched on Friday last, January 16, at the Connacht Hotel, Galway, which is one of the associate sponsors for the 2026 event.


At the launch, Clerk of the Course Mark Parsons confirmed that over 100 entries have been received to date.


Other Kerry representation on the entry list includes Kevin O’Donoghue who will compete in a BMW M3, Mossie Costello is entered in a Ford Fiesta Rally4, and John Corrigan will contest the event in a Subaru Impreza.

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Irish Coffee Tasting at O’Donoghue’s this Sunday

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From Foynes to the cosy hearth of No. 76 College Street, join O’Donoghue Public House this National Irish Coffee Day

To mark National Irish Coffee Day on Sunday, January 25, O’Donoghue Public House will say Sláinte by hosting An Irish Coffee Tasting Experience from 3pm.

Discover the legendary story of how Irish Coffee was created on a Winters night in Foynes, County Limerick, the rich heritage of College Street and the past of O’Donoghue Public House.

Guests will enjoy a live demonstration on crafting the perfect Irish Coffee using Powers Whiskey and the best part, tasting it. All within the cosy setting of OD’s.

There will also be a complimentary mini-Irish coffee with any hearty main course from the food menu, served from 6pm to 9pm, all while soaking up the atmosphere of live music.

To book and for more information visit, O’Donoghue Public House on Instagram or Facebook.

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