Arena Tuesday 23 February 2021
On Wednesday's Arena with Seán Rocks, Kelly-Anne Byrne celebrates Prince on the fifth anniversary of his passing, Steven Benedict discusses the work of director David Lean And composer Deirdre Gribbin.
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Daily arts and popular culture show.
Limerick Literary Festival
The Limerick Literary Festival begins on Friday. This year's featured poet is Katie Donovan. Also appearing are Sinead Gleeson, Dermot Bolger and Sarah Baume.
The Princess Bride
Declan Burke revisits The Princess Bride. Rob Reiner's classic fairy tale movie and William Goldman's book.
The Abbey Theatre
Big news in the Irish theatre world today. The Abbey Theatre announced the appointment of Caitríona McLaughlin as its new artistic director and Mark O'Brien as its new executive director.
Daft Punk - Where to Begin
Daft Punk's breakup marks the end of a 28-year partnership. The six time Grammy award winners are one of the most influential acts in dance music history. Musician and producer Daithí Ó Drónaí on Daft Punk.
Music Played on the Show
More Spell On You
Eddie Johns
0:30
One More Time
Daft Punk
3:54
Da Funk
Daft Punk
5:41
One More Time
Daft Punk
1:17
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Presenter: Seán Rocks