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‘Voices from the Friary’ charity concert

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The event will raise funds for the St. Vincent de Paul, St. Brigid’s Conference, Killarney.
The concert will feature the Kerry Scotia Ensemble, soprano Dr Sharon Lyons, and the Kerry Concert Choir.
Attendees can look forward to an evening of classical, choral, and vocal music spanning various genres, from religious pieces to modern pop.
The Kerry Concert Choir will lead the event, blending voices with the strings of the Kerry Scotia Ensemble. Dr Lyons and members of the choir recently performed to enthusiastic audiences in Dublin.
Their performances, which often mix classical styles with a modern touch, have gained them a strong following, with concerts like their recent candlelight shows at Ballyseede Castle selling out.
All money raised from ticket sales and a raffle on the night will go directly to the St. Vincent de Paul, St. Brigid’s Conference in Killarney, which helps people in need in the area.
Tickets for cost €20 and can be bought online through Eventbrite or at the door of The Friary. With expectations of a full house, those interested are encouraged to get their tickets soon to enjoy an evening of music while supporting a worthy cause.

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Jessie Buckley’s ‘Hamnet’ opens in cinemas this weekend

Cinema-goers in Killarney will have the chance to see local star Jessie Buckley on the big screen from this Friday when her latest film Hamnet opens at Cinema Killarney on […]

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Cinema-goers in Killarney will have the chance to see local star Jessie Buckley on the big screen from this Friday when her latest film Hamnet opens at Cinema Killarney on East Avenue.

The release comes amid major international attention for the Killarney-born actress, who is at the centre of awards season buzz following her performance in the film.
Buckley, 36, recently won Best Actress at the Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica for her role and is widely tipped for further honours as the Golden Globes, BAFTAs and Oscars approach.
Directed by Academy Award winner Chloé Zhao, Hamnet is based on Maggie O’Farrell’s bestselling novel and tells the story behind the creation of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Rather than focusing on the playwright himself, the film centres on his wife Agnes, played by Buckley, and the impact of personal loss on their family. Paul Mescal co-stars as William Shakespeare.
Buckley’s performance has been widely praised by critics, with strong reviews highlighting her portrayal of a woman grounded in nature and shaped by grief, motherhood and resilience in 16th-century England. The film explores themes of love, loss and creativity, with Agnes at its emotional core.
While awards speculation continues, local audiences can now judge the performance for themselves. The opening of Hamnet in Killarney is a notable moment for the town, allowing cinema-goers to see one of its own in a leading role that has drawn international acclaim.

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PHOTO DUMP: The final Christmas Magic parade of 2025

The final Christmas Magic parade brought Killarney town to a standstill as Santa Claus made his last festive appearance before heading back to the North Pole. Thousands lined the streets […]

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The final Christmas Magic parade brought Killarney town to a standstill as Santa Claus made his last festive appearance before heading back to the North Pole.

Thousands lined the streets to enjoy colourful floats, festive characters, elves, unicorns and Santa with his reindeer, rounding off a month of family friendly parades in the town.
Photos: Valerie O’Sullivan

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