Evelyn O'Rourke

Arts and Media Correspondent

Artists who will be partaking in this year's First Fortnight Mental Health Art & Culture Festival

Mental health art and culture festival set to begin

The two-week First Fortnight Mental Health Art and Culture Festival starts today and features more than 65 events, including stage, dance, music, poetry, visual arts, film and discussion panels.

Ireland • 04 Jan

6 talking points from arts and media in 2024

A farewell to Edna O'Brien, Eurovision controversies and the 'Era's tour', RTÉ's Arts and Media Correspondent Evelyn O'Rourke delves into an eventful year across music, film, theatre, culture and literature, listing the biggest moments that hit the world of entertainment in 2024.

2024 in Review • 27 Dec 24

Current Minister for the Arts Catherine Martin

General Election: what issues face candidates in the arts sector?

The arts sector in Ireland, while thriving in many areas (look at the international success of artists such as Paul Mescal, Claire Keegan, Sally Rooney and Dermot Kennedy,) the sector continues to face numerous on-going challenges .

Opinion and Analysis • 25 Nov 24

Jon Kenny was recognised as a talented, relevant, and important part of Irish cultural life

Jon Kenny - A uniquely Irish cultural giant

Jon Kenny was funny, charming, and unafraid to speak honestly and movingly about his own personal battles with health, writes Evelyn O'Rourke.

Analysis and Comment • 16 Nov 24

Jennifer Zamparelli, who hosted the launch, and BGET General Manager Stephen Faloon

New shows, big stars for Bord Gáis Energy Theatre 2025

The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre has revealed it's 2025 season featuring a star-studded line-up of blockbuster productions including Moulin Rouge!, War Horse and Tina.

Entertainment • 07 Nov 24

Kathleen Watkins has died aged 90, five years after her husband, RTÉ broadcaster Gay Byrne [Pic: RTÉ Stills Library]

Broadcaster Kathleen Watkins has died aged 90

The writer, musician and broadcaster Kathleen Watkins died earlier today in Dublin, surrounded by her family.

Ireland • 07 Nov 24

Jennifer Zamparelli: "I was at 2fm for ten years and while I really miss the listeners and the crew there, I am very happy with my decision."

Zamparelli: I'm 'very happy' with 2fm exit decision

Former 2fm presenter Jennifer Zamparelli has said that she is "so happy" with the balance she has in her life following her shock departure from the station earlier this year and admits she has no regrets.

Entertainment • 07 Nov 24

Paul Mescal spent almost an hour with fans outside the Lighthouse Cinema

Mescal 'blown away' by Irish fans at Gladiator premiere

The Irish premiere of Gladiator II took place at the Lighthouse Cinema on Thursday evening, with Kildare native Paul Mescal spending nearly an hour with fans who had gathered at the Dublin venue.

Movies • 10 Nov 24

The unique Irish twist on the classic 'The Nutcracker' ballet show will use the traditional Clerys Department store on O'Connell Street as its setting

Ballet Ireland to tour 'The Nutcracker' with Irish twist

Ballet Ireland will be hitting the road for the next six weeks on a nationwide tour with its unique Irish version of the classic 'The Nutcracker' ballet show, starting with an opening show tomorrow night.

Ireland • 01 Nov 24

This has been a passion project for Cillian Murphy as he is producing it along with with colleague Alan Moloney

Cillian Murphy attends Small Things Like These premiere

"I hope the film is gently provocative," Oscar award winning Cillian Murphy told RTÉ as he appeared on the red carpet in Dublin for the premiere of his new movie Small Things Like These.

Movies • 30 Oct 24