Evelyn O'Rourke

Arts and Media Correspondent

A picture shows a number of copies of Hot Press Magazine

'Staple of Irish culture' - Hot Press celebrates 50 years

Hot Press magazine will celebrate its 50th anniversary today with a special celebratory gig at the 3Arena entitled 'History in the Making'.

Ireland • 06 Feb

Martin to lead policy at Ivors Academy in Ireland

The Ivors Academy is being launched in Ireland with former Minister for Arts and Culture Catherine Martin appointed as its new Head of Policy.

Ireland • 04 Feb

Estimated cost of renovating RTÉ campus rises above €350m

RTÉ DG Kevin Bakhurst has confirmed to staff that a revaluation of the cost to renovate all the buildings on the Donnybrook campus is "in excess" of the "previously quoted figure of approximately €350 million".

Ireland • 03 Feb

Former RTÉ managing director Joe Mulholland dies aged 85

Former Managing Director of RTÉ Television Joe Mulholland died yesterday in Dublin aged 85 after a long illness.

Ireland • 01 Feb

Broadcasters collaborate to compete in TV drama market

With approximately 74% of Irish households now accessing video streaming services, how does a public service broadcaster such as RTÉ compete for audiences for its original drama? writes Evelyn O'Rourke.

Analysis and Comment • 01 Feb

Jamie-Lee O'Donnell attends the art'otel London Battersea Power Station launch event on 26 April, 2023 in London

Derry Girls star joins Screen Ireland 2026 launch

Screen Ireland has launched its annual slate of film, television and animation productions in Dublin, outlining projects due to reach audiences across 2026.

Entertainment • 30 Jan

Musicians gather to mark launch of Tradfest 2026

Musicians from across the country have gathered today to mark the launch of the 21st Tradfest. Tradfest, which is Ireland's largest traditional and folk music celebration, is a place where musicians from across the country can come together in a busy programme of events.

Ireland • 21 Jan

Minister O'Donovan said the report sets out 149 recommendations and includes proposed legislative changes (file pic)

Minister publishes review of Arts Council IT project

Minister for Media Patrick O'Donovan has welcomed the Expert Advisory Committee's Independent Review of the Governance and Organisational culture of The Arts Council of Ireland.

Ireland • 20 Jan

Christy and Saipan lead IFTA nominations

The Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA) has unveiled the nominations for the 2026 IFTA Awards, recognising work across Film and Drama in 29 categories.

IFTA Awards 2026 • 20 Jan

RTÉ Radio 1, Raidió na Gaeltachta, RTÉ 2fm and Lyric FM are broadcasting from the GPO throughout the day

RTÉ marks 100 years of Irish radio with GPO broadcasts

RTÉ radio is marking 100 years of public service broadcasting in Ireland with a series of broadcasts from the GPO.

Ireland • 15 Jan