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.