Event List 5

In Plain Sight is an off-site performance taking place at The Sacred Heart of Mary Convent in Roscrea. The show explores the legacy of the construction of Mother and Baby homes on the inhabitants, wider communities and the buildings themselves.

DNLF are delighted to welcome Booker Prize winning author and screenwriter, John Banville, for our summer event in the beautiful setting of Tullamore Park. Professor Sarah Moore Fitzgerald director of UL’s Creative Writing School will be the moderator.

In this sound-packed, illustrative talk, Seán Ronayne will bring you on a beautiful journey through Irish birds, sharing their sounds, stories and struggles.

The Last Witch Bridget Cleary is a powerful one-woman show based on the true story of Bridget Cleary, a young woman from Tipperary who was burned by her husband in 1895 under the belief that she was a fairy changeling. Presented as part of our Heritage Week programming.

Lisa Lambe returns with a brand-new edition of her acclaimed show; Nightvisiting. Featuring even more traditional songs and tunes inspired by Ireland’s folklore.

Join Jimmy Jests for an evening of hilarious comedy with his brand-new live standup show "Who’s Laughing Now?” Jimmy's uniquely Irish humour transforms everyday situations into laughter, ensuring you leave with a huge grin.

In this hilarious yet poignant show Sharon VS traces the root of all her mid-life crises to divine self radicalisation in her teens and Mari Volar questions if God is really a bad guy or just made-up. Spoiler alert: this show may include the most entertaining confessional in history.

'Our Heritage, Our History, Our Home' is a creative writing performance project that explores Nenagh, local history and local stories.

Join local artist, Seán Ferry, for an 'en plein air' drawing workshop. Participants will be looking to Nenagh Castle as their subject and inspiration. This workshop is part of Nenagh Arts Centre's Heritage week celebrations. Join us in celebrating all aspects of our built, natural and cultural heritage for National Heritage Week 2025.