Athlone Library to host classic comedy for Culture Night
Athlone Library will celebrate Culture Night this coming Friday with a special performance of a vintage Irish play. Attendees can look forward to a rehearsed reading followed by an insightful discussion with the director and a noted academic.
Athlone Library is set to become a vibrant hub for the arts this coming Friday, 18 September, as part of the nationwide Culture Night celebrations. The venue will host a unique, complimentary rehearsed reading of Brinsley MacNamara’s celebrated 1926 comedy, 'Look at the Heffernans!', offering a rare opportunity to revisit this classic piece of theatre.
Under the direction of Michael Scott, a professional cast will bring the script to life, ensuring an engaging experience for all who attend. The performance has been carefully curated to highlight the enduring wit of MacNamara’s writing, providing a nostalgic yet fresh perspective on a cornerstone of Irish dramatic literature.
Following the performance, the evening will conclude with a relaxed panel discussion featuring director Michael Scott and academic Mary Shine Thompson. This session promises to offer fascinating insights into the play's historical context and the creative process behind the production. Further details regarding the event schedule are available on the official Westmeath County Council website.