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Filip Kordinski, getting the audience on their feet with a tune from ABBA at the Inspired Variety Show, Duchas Theatre, MTU. Photo www.deniswalshphotography.com 087-6017694
FROM its modest beginnings in September 2023, the Variety Show organised by Inspired Day Service Tralee blossomed into an extraordinary spectacle recently at the Dúchas Centre at the Kerry Sports Academy, thanks to the unwavering dedication of its participants.
Over the past months, the Inspired performing arts group poured their hearts and souls into crafting a captivating drama production. Originally planned for a small, intimate evening, overwhelming demand prompted the addition of two matinee shows.
The first half showcased a unique rendition of Cinderella, while the latter featured a diverse array of song, music, and dance from various artists.
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Months of tireless rehearsals and creative collaboration empowered the performers to bring the fairytale to life onstage.
Their hands-on involvement in every aspect of production, from costume design to set construction, ensured a truly immersive experience for both performers and audience alike.
According to Day Service Coordinator Rebecca O’Brien and Career and Programme Coordinator Stephanie Dinham, participants were elated by the demand for tickets and feedback from the audience says it all
Inspired CEO Liz Maher said; “this was a wonderful achievement for the Inspired performing arts group and the show has enabled a number of participants to achieve some of their own personal goals. I would like to extend huge thanks to those who bought tickets to the show and supported the performers. Equally a big thanks to Creative Ireland Kerry and Kerry County Council who extended much needed funding in order to make this dream a reality”. Scroll down for photos…
Emma Crowley, enjoying her dance performance, at the recent Inspired Variety Show, Duchas Theatre, MTU. Photo www.deniswalshphotography.com 087-6017694
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John McCarthy wowed the audience with his version of “The greatest Showman” Inspired Variety Show, Duchas Theatre, MTU. Photo www.deniswalshphotography.com 087-6017694
Stephen Buckley and Lauren Walsh Hayes during their rendition of Cinderella at the Inspired Variety Show, Duchas Theatre, MTU. Photo www.deniswalshphotography.com 087-6017694
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The crowd at the Variety Show. Photo www.deniswalshphotography.com 087-6017694
Dale O’Carroll, Eoin O’Sullivan, Cody Shanahan, David Malone, Liam Purcell, and Ruah Broadberry, getting ready for their performance at the recent Inspired Variety Show, Duchas Theatre, MTU. Photo www.deniswalshphotography.com 087-6017694
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Amelia Looby and Maree Looby attending the recent Inspired Variety Show at Duchas Theatre in the MTU. Photo www.deniswalshphotography.com 087-6017694
Attending the recent Inspired Variety Show at Duchas Theatre MTU were, Back Row L – R: Norey Murphy, Claudette O’Carroll, Paul O’Carroll. Front L – R: Yaan O’Carroll, Amelia O’Carroll and Marcella O’Carroll. Photo: www.deniswalshphotography.com 087-6017694
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