After another successful festival, after more awards were handed out, and after more packed-out shows, the organisers of the Wexford Drama Festival could afford to momentarily relax, to allow themselves to reflect on a job well done. And this year, more than most, was a time for reflection. Now in its 60th year, the festival has become a focal point in the calendar for those with a love of theatre, and those behind the scenes are acutely aware of the responsibility they face in maintaining old traditions.
A rarely-staged gem from legendary Wexford author and playwright Billy Roche is set to take centre stage at the National Opera House for an eight performance run later this month.
Cannes Film Festival prize winners, Oscar nominees, and the best entries from the Venice Film Festival are on offer for audiences as part of The Picture House’s (Wexford Film Society) programme for the 2023/24 season. At the launch of the new season of screenings, chairperson Stephen Eustace announced that that the first film of the year would be shown in a very special setting.
There is simply no better place to be in Ireland in October than Wexford, when the town becomes a hive of cultural activity to celebrate the annual Wexford Festival Opera. Now in its 72nd year, Wexford Festival Opera continues to amaze and delight in equal measure, when operatic performers from all over the world convene at the National Opera House for two weeks of world-class opera.