In the latest episode of the new series of The Works Presents, presenter John Kelly talks to actress and musician Bronagh Gallagher.
Brought up in Derry's Bogside, Bronagh Gallagher’s childhood was one filled with books and music that made a lasting impression and strongly influenced her career. Her encyclopedic knowledge of soul music certainly helped secure her breakthrough role as the strong-willed Bernie in Alan Parker’s film adaptation of Roddy Doyle’s The Commitments.
Gallagher won international attention and appeared in a diverse range of films, from the Oscar-winning Pulp Fiction to Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. As successful on stage as on screen, live audiences have as strong a pull for her, where she has worked in productions from Street of Crocodiles in the Queens Theatre to Conor MacPherson's Girl from the North Country at The Old Vic.
While acting is what many may know her best for, she is a committed and prolific songwriter who is currently working on her fourth album – she performs and tours regularly. Her latest film A Bump Along the Way is based in her home town of Derry.
The Works Presents, RTÉ One, Thursday December 5th at 11.20 pm - watch classic episodes of The Works Presents here via RTÉ Player.
