Culture and Fine Music at the Killarney Avenue, Thursday Evening 30th June

We had a lovely night at the Library with a nice crowd and lovely atmosphere.
It was an honour to be joined by Sean Treacy and Grace Foley.


Sean played a selection of pieces on guitar which convinced us all, both of the beauty of the instrument and Sean's obvious talent and expertise.


Grace Foley's beautiful voice enthralled the audience as she sang a number of songs which she described as "close to her own heart". She was accompanied by the talented, Noel O'Sullivan.


Dóchas members provided poetry, monologues and readings to add to the occasion.

Mary Murphy, Grace Foley, Liz Ryan, Patricia McSherry, Noel O'Sullivan, Sean Treacy

Grace Foley's beautiful voice charmed us all

Séan Treacy displayed his talent and expertise

Patricia and Liz read an extract from Jane Austin's Pride and Prejudice

“WORDS AND MUSIC in the LIBRARY”

                                                          at

KILLARNEY LIBRARY from 6.30pm to 7.30pm

                                                        

this THURSDAY, JUNE 30th, 2016.

DÓCHAS DRAMA GROUP welcomes special guests

SÉAN TREACY, Classical Guitarist

                           and

GRACE FOLEY, Contralto

(accompanied by Noel O’Sullivan.)

Admission free.  All welcome.

A very pleasant evening at Killarney Library celebrating Bloomsday.

The Nervous faces of from left: Hugh Jordan, Mary Murphy, Mabel Counihan, Peggy Doolan, Liz Ryan, Patricia McSherry, Betty Rohan and Siobhan MaCauliffe (just out of frame)

Mabel Counihan

James Joyce loved music and the evening was suitably filled with performances of songs from his era. 

Joyce's portrait oversaw proceedings; hopefully with an approving eye :)

Siobhan MaCauliffe 

Elegant attire is always must for the occasion of Bloomsday

Betty Rohan who lent her sweet singing voice for the occasion

Preparations for the Celebration of Bloomsday at Killarney Library on 16th June 2016.

The vital source materials

As always, there was a good woman behind the man

A refreshing cupán tae

Practicing readings and rehearsing songs

Practicing readings and Rehearsing songs

Practicing readings and rehearsing songs

DÓCHAS DRAMA presents “A JAMES JOYCE SELECTION BOX”  at Killarney Library on Bloomsday 16^th of June.

Members of Dóchas will read selections from Joyce’s short stories, letters and some of his poems.

There will be a snippet or two from “Ulysses” and perhaps one of the more accessible passages from “Finnegan’s Wake”.  

Some of the songs of the early 1900s which are referred to in his work will feature too.

Killarney Library 6.30 to 7.30 on Thursday 16^th of June 2016 

3 One Act Plays: The Bear, The Last Post and Ribbons taking place in The Killarney Avenue on the 17th, 18th and 19th of February 2016 @ 8pm each Night.

Romance, intrigue, loyalty, challenges and opportunities at Killarney Avenue Hotel!

Dóchas Drama Group returns to Killarney Avenue Hotel on February 17^th, 18^th and 19^th when three one-act plays will be presented at 8pm nightly.

“The Bear” by Anton Chekhov is a hilarious comedy. We meet the grieving widow Elena (played by Siobhan McAuliffe), the opinionated, egotistical Gregory (played by Hugh Jordan) and the faithful manservant, Luka (played by Don Rohan) who is confused by the behaviour of both! What transpires in Elena’s drawing on a sunny afternoon is a surprise to all!

In “Last Post” by Jean McConnell Felicity (played by Mabel Counihan) is amazed when she receives a letter she was not expecting. A visit from the young, attractive Mary O’Reilly (played by Liz Sherry) brings news which challenges her patience and dignity. Who has the last laugh?????

“Ribbons” is a play by promising young Irish playwright, Elaine Murphy which was produced at the Abbey Theatre in 2013 and received much praise as did her play “Little Gem” in recent years.  In “Ribbons” we meet Glenda (played by Patricia McSherry) who has invited Lewis (played by Daniel McCarthy) to her apartment in the hope of strengthening their relationship. Both have stories to tell which are revealed over a cup of tea!

Relationships, love lost and found, loyalty and deceit – all human life is there!

Surprises, amusement and entertainment – all guaranteed!

Three plays, three authors from three different countries, from three different periods all with themes and characters with whom we can all identify and recognise. Times change but people are always the same????

Dóchas members look forward to seeing you at Killarney Avenue Hotel on Wednesday, February 17^th, Thursday, February 18^th and Friday, February 19^th at 8pm nightly. And at the Carnegie Arts Centre in Kenmare on Saturday, February 20^th.

Rehearsals Well underway for February's Production of Three 1 Act Plays!

Dóchas Drama Group are rehearsing with gusto for Three 1 Act plays that will take place in the Killarney Avenue on the 17th, 18th and 19th of February at 8pm each night.

The plays chosen are:

Ribbons by Elaine Murphy 

The Last Post by Jean McConnell

The Bear by Anton Chekov 

Keep an eye out for the upcoming publicity in the local papers and visit our Facebook and the Dóchas Drama Group website dochasdramagroup.blogspot.com for further updates and information.