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The couple say the Phoenix's position as Ireland's only cinema in a Gaeltacht area will be reflected in the programming

Murphy, McGuinness to purchase iconic Kerry cinema

Actor Cillian Murphy and artist Yvonne McGuinness have confirmed the purchase of the iconic Phoenix Cinema in Dingle-Daingean Uí Chúis, Co Kerry.

Ireland • 22 Nov 24

Mary Lavin's great-grandson Nicholas Foley running through a water feature at Mary Lavin Place

New public space named after Mary Lavin opens in Dublin

Ireland's first public space named after a female Irish writer has opened in Dublin. The Mary Lavin Place was officially opened by author Colm Tóibín, who was a friend of the late writer.

Dublin • 18 Oct 24

Rehearsals under way at the National Opera house in Wexford

Thousands expected as Wexford Festival Opera opens

Later this evening, singers and musicians will join the local people of Wexford for the annual fireworks display to mark the opening of the 73rd Wexford Festival Opera.

Leinster • 19 Oct 24

Robot artist Ai-Da Robot will have an artwork auctioned by a major auction house

First AI robot art to be auctioned at major auction house

Robot artist 'Ai-Da Robot' will make history later this month as the first humanoid robot artist to have an artwork auctioned by a major auction house.

Science and Technology • 16 Oct 24

Wicked was an unlikely hit - but it's become one of the most lucrative musicals of all time

Defying Gravity: The risks and rewards of Broadway

A hit musical can earn its makers millions for many years – but striking theatrical gold is far less likely than you'd think, writes Adam Maguire.

Business • 20 Nov 24

The library will be the first building on Trinity's campus to be named after a woman

Trinity College renames library after poet Eavan Boland

The main library at Trinity College Dublin has been renamed after Irish poet Eavan Boland. It will be the first building on Trinity's campus to be named after a woman.

Dublin • 09 Oct 24

€328 million will go to media, including €6 million for the independent broadcasting sector

Nearly €380m for arts and culture in Budget 2025

The Government has allocated almost €380 million to arts and culture in Budget 2025.

Budget 2025 • 01 Oct 24

Crowds gather to look at the living statues exhibit at the Crawford Art Gallery in Cork

Free Culture Night events taking place across country

Artists, musicians, and performers have invited members of the public to take the streets across the country to celebrate Culture Night.

Ireland • 20 Sep 24

The festival runs until 22 September (Photo by Monika Palova features Hannah Gumbrielle in the Fringe show Malignant Humour)

Dublin Fringe Festival marks 30 years of creative arts

As the Dublin Fringe Festival celebrates 30 years this year, the event kicking off this weekend promises to be filled with plenty of colour and musical performances.

Dublin • 07 Sep 24

Ellie Dunne, 24, joined NCAD's fine arts degree as a mature student last year

NCAD denies discriminating against student

The National College of Art and Design (NCAD) has denied discriminating against a woman with Down syndrome by failing to provide her with reasonable accommodation after she was enrolled on its fine arts degree programme.

Education • 06 Sep 24

New chapter for Arts Council as Chair takes up role

Ireland • 19 Jun 24

Managing Director of Sticky Tape productions Anna Czarska was among those attending the event

Artists mark disability scheme's 10th anniversary

Artists and mentors gathered in Dublin city centre to mark the 10th anniversary of the 'Arts and Disability Scheme' today.

Arts and Culture • 19 Jun 24

In the era of streaming and online platforms how much does it cost to become a rock star?

How many t-shirts do you have to sell to become a star?

Last month Bruce Springsteen sold his millionth ticket to Irish fans, but for young bands just starting out here, how far away is that dream?

Ireland • 07 Jun 24

Newpark Academy of Music has welcomed generations of students through its doors for 45 years and the community is fighting to keep it open (Stock image)

Dublin music school to play final notes after 45 years

A popular music school in south county Dublin will close for the last time later today - Newpark Academy of Music has welcomed generations of students through its doors for 45 years and the community is fighting to keep it open.

Dublin • 19 Jun 24

Alice Munro, who has died age 92, received the Man Booker International Prize in Trinity College Dublin in 2009

Nobel-winning Canadian author Alice Munro dies aged 92

Alice Munro, the Nobel Prize-winning author known as "Canada's Chekhov" for her mastery of the short story, has died at 92, her editor has said.

World • 15 May 24

The sculpture allows for real-time interaction between Dubliners, New Yorkers and visitors to both cities

Visual 'portal' connects Dublin and New York City

Dublin and New York City have been linked-up in a real-time visual bridge as part of a groundbreaking art project.

Ireland • 08 May 24

The Lexicon library in Dún Laoghaire will host a tribute to acclaimed Irish poet Eavan Boland

Host of events nationwide for 10th Poetry Day Ireland

Today marks the tenth anniversary of Poetry Day Ireland with an ambitious programme of events taking place across the island.

Ireland • 25 Apr 24

Anne Enright (L) and Claire Kilroy have both been nominated for the 'Women's Prize for Fiction'

Enright, Kilroy nominated for 'Women's Prize for Fiction'

Two Irish authors have been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 'Women's Prize for Fiction' in the UK.

Ireland • 24 Apr 24

The group of artists called for urgent political action to bring about a permanent ceasefire in Gaza (Pic: George Karbus)

Artists project Gaza message on Cliffs of Moher

A group of artists projected a beam of light onto the Cliffs of Moher in Co Clare last night with the word ceasefire.

visual arts • 21 Apr 24

Seamus Heaney's estate has announced the launch of a new annual prize for a single volume of poetry by one author

New Seamus Heaney poetry prize announced

The new PEN Heaney Prize, which will recognise outstanding poetry with a focus on social engagement, is being launched.

Ireland • 12 Apr 24

Tributes paid to Malachy McCourt following death at 92

Tributes have been paid to the writer, actor, and well-known raconteur Malachy McCourt, who has died at his home in New York at the age of 92.

Munster • 12 Mar 24

The Arts Council said it would work with theatres and other groups to ensure their policies are 'inclusive'

Funding issues facing Black Irish artists highlighted

A report into why Black and Black Irish artists have higher rates of ineligible applications for Arts Council funding has recommended enhanced transparency, new mechanisms to monitor discriminatory outcomes and strategies to address under-representation.

Ireland • 11 Mar 24