This famous observation could almost summarise the atmosphere or Brian Friel’s Aristocrats, where – between the sarcastic commentary of Eamon, the son-in-law, the passionate piano playing of young Claire and the forensic interrogation of a visiting historian – sadness, comedy and music intermingle freely.
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“Fasten your seatbelts, it's going to be a bumpy night”
After their hugely successful show “Let’s Go To The Movies” in the Aula Maxima in April, The UCC Players were delighted to be back on stage at the Cork Arts Theatre with their production of “The Wisdom of Eve” by Mary Orr.
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It’s Oscar season! And for three nights in April, the Aula Maxima got a Hollywood makeover for an evening of glamour and music from The UCC Players. Taking inspiration from the Golden Era of Hollywood Cinema, this production is a tribute to the great musicals and movies that brought us some of the most enduring songs and scenes in cinematic memory – a perfect excuse to come together for some feel-good entertainment in one of Cork’s most beautiful settings.
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The UCC Players brought their latest masterpiece ‘Educating Rita’ to centre stage at the Aula Maxima, UCC from 15th – 19th May 2022. The heart-warming comedy, written by one of Britain’s greatest playwrights, Willy Russell, starred Jim O’Mahony as Frank, and Karen Ray as Rita, both shaping and adapting the fictional characters into captivating performances. Directed and produced by multi-skilled Brenda Lynch, all creative aspects of the production were so carefully considered – even down to the sweet treats! Many thanks to everyone who so warmly supported this poignant and cherished story. A resounding success and we could not be prouder of this trio!
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'Drumbeat' is a story of love and devotion, of commitment, frailty and awakening. But the stakes have never been higher, as ruthless ambition and lust stoke a murderous desire for vengeance that threatens to subjugate the very essence of the human spirit.
Drumbeat' is directed by John McCaffrey. John is both an actor and director and has worked with playwright Derry Cotter on previous theatrical projects including 'The Inheritance' .
John shared some of thoughts on the his directing process.'I like to create the rehearsal space as it would be on stage early on. This ensures that the cast quickly become accustomed to the set and to their places on stage. Visualization and imagination are both key to the directing process. I like to start working on the script straight away. I think it's important to work collaboratively with the actors and listen to their suggestions.'
'Drumbeat' will be staged at Cork Arts Theatre from November 17th to 20th. Written by Derry Cotter and directed by John McCaffrey, both of whom have a long association with UCC Players, the cast features Denise Goggin, Mike O'Keeffe, Peter Dineen and Anne Marie McMahon.
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With a little imagination a man can live his whole life in the space of a evening
This play, is set in 1958 outside Paris in the town of Senlis and will be staged in the CAT Club in October 2022.
Georges, the central character, hires a villa, two actors to play the part of his parents as well as a catering firm and Butler. For one evening he will pretend to the woman he loves that he is entertaining her in his old family home. Things don’t quite work out as Georges had planned.
Directed By Bríd Drake. Assistant Director Maria Hurley
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'The Importance of Being Earnest' makes a welcome return to Cork Arts Theatre from September 8th to September 11th. The stellar cast and crew includes UCC Players Karen Ray and Ber Madden and is directed by Finola Doyle O'Neill, and stage managed by Brenda Lynch. We wish cast and crew best of luck in their second run of the play.
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