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Past Productions

  • Let’s Go to the Movies

    11 Apr 2023
    Let’s Go to the Movies

    It’s Oscar season! And for three nights in April, the Aula Maxima got a Hollywood makeover for an evening of glamour and music from The UCC Players. Taking inspiration from the Golden Era of Hollywood Cinema, this production is a tribute to the great musicals and movies that brought us some of the most enduring songs and scenes in cinematic memory – a perfect excuse to come together for some feel-good entertainment in one of Cork’s most beautiful settings.  

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  • Drumbeat

    17 Nov 2021
    Drumbeat

    'Drumbeat' is a story of love and devotion, of commitment, frailty and awakening. But the stakes have never been higher, as ruthless ambition and lust stoke a murderous desire for vengeance that threatens to subjugate the very essence of the human spirit.

    Drumbeat' is directed by John McCaffrey. John is both an actor and director and has worked with playwright Derry Cotter on previous theatrical projects including 'The Inheritance' .

    John shared some of thoughts on the his directing process.'I like to create the rehearsal space as it would be on stage early on. This ensures that the cast quickly become accustomed to the set and to their places on stage.  Visualization and imagination are both key to the directing process. I like to start working on the script straight away. I think it's important to work collaboratively with the actors and listen to their suggestions.'

    'Drumbeat' will be staged at Cork Arts Theatre from November 17th to 20th. Written by Derry Cotter and directed by John McCaffrey, both of whom have a long association with UCC Players, the cast features Denise Goggin, Mike O'Keeffe, Peter Dineen and Anne Marie McMahon. 

     

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  • The Importance of Being Earnest

    08 Sep 2021
    The Importance of Being Earnest

    'The Importance of Being Earnest' makes a welcome return to Cork Arts Theatre from September 8th to September 11th. The stellar cast and crew includes UCC Players Karen Ray and Ber Madden and is directed by Finola Doyle O'Neill, and stage managed by Brenda Lynch. We wish cast and crew best of luck in their second run of the play.

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