Four Esquires Productions, the Killarney creative group known for its dark-humour pub performances, has completed work on a new stage following strong encouragement from local audiences.

The group includes writer and director Paddy Osborne, whose short film Chameleon will be submitted to the festival circuit this year. Osborne is also working on his third novel. Producer Brian Bowler, who worked on Chameleon, has two additional short films nearing completion.
Their live performances, particularly the series staged in Courtney’s Bar over the summer, drew enthusiastic crowds. Bowler said the group received repeated suggestions to build a permanent stage to improve future shows. Members pooled their resources to cover materials and reached out to Killarney Men’s Shed for assistance.
“As an amateur troupe that works with creatives across Killarney, we were very grateful for the once-off help from the Men’s Shed,” Bowler said.
The group is now preparing to launch a call-out in early 2026 for original 10-minute plays based on the theme of Change. Writers and actors will be invited to take part, offering an opportunity to showcase local talent on the new stage.
“We’re looking forward to using the stage to entertain our loyal followers,” Bowler added.

The energetic Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce has Christmas all wrapped up this year – and those that enjoy the great outdoors have been advised to follow suit.

The festival committee has organised a series of festive season walks which are designed specifically for locals and visitors to experience much of what Killarney has to offer during the most magical time of the year.

The walks will take place every day from December 27 right through to January 1 and the low-level routes will ensure they are suitable for all, particularly families enjoying the holiday season in the Christmas capital of Ireland.

Routes, which won’t be difficult and will take in areas within the national park and other places of interest, are currently being finalised and bookings will need to be made in advance on www.christmasinkillarney.com.

There will be a charge of €20 and all profits made will be donated to charity.