Alan O'riordan

Theatre review: Dublin Gothic at the Abbey is a lavish Christmas show with a difference ★★★☆☆ In writer Barbara Bergin has combined epic sweep with spatial and narrative economy by refracting Dublin’s history through the lives of people in one building, 1... See more

Theatre review: The Mirror Stage is an impressive exploration of psychosis ★★★★☆ For the past 25 years Brokentalkers, the company run by Gary Keegan and Feidlim Donlon, have used their inventive approach to theatre to shine a light on dark corners of soci... See more

Opera review: Solid production of Madama Butterfly eschews any risky flutters ★★★☆☆ It’s the second time since 2019 that Irish National Opera has taken on Puccini’s ever-popular this time in a co-production with Scottish Opera. Like its predecessor, this ... See more

ECM at Triskel review: Cork venue perfect for chamber jazz sounds of leading label Triskel’s Christchurch venue lends itself to a certain kind of music. Chamber jazz you could call it. Contemplative, atmospheric music that gives more attention to tone and... See more

Cork Jazz Festival review: Stunning show from Nubya Garcia at Everyman It may have taken till late on Sunday night for a headliner playing jazz to take the stage at the Cork festival this year, but it was almost worth the wait, given it came in the shape ... See more