Why has some of the greenery in city planters been left to wither?
The council hasn’t been able to find a contractor willing to take on the job of looking after these plants, a council official says.
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Councillors dig further into idea of a new 500-seater venue in the city
A centre with a theatre, a black-box space, and rehearsal halls could cost €25 million to €35 million, a consultant told the council’s arts committee Monday.
Photo of the Month: July 2023
“This image of the Pearse Lyons Distillery is certainly one of juxtaposition, old with new.”
For five years, a photographer chased a Tallaght retirement group as they travelled across the country
Less fascinated by the destinations, Ste Murray instead directed his lens towards the journey itself.
I Must Away, Reviewed
Director Dennis Harvey explores the unequal meanings of migration, following his subjects as they move from country to country in search of work, family and refuge.
Cover image for Dublin Inquirer print edition #88
“This painting, Wild Garlic and a Gentle Breeze, depicts a dreamy moment on a springtime foraging expedition during one of the lockdowns of the recent pandemic.”
In a new work, an artist reimagines flags as a prompt to reflect on their purpose
Daranijoh Sanni’s work “Refractions” is part of the PhotoIreland Festival 2023, now on at The Printworks at Dublin Castle.
Dean: On his first solo album, Grian Chatten doesn’t compromise
With Chaos For the Fly, the Fontaines D.C. singer “looks inward, seeking emotional precision”.
Photo of the Month: June 2023
“I took this photo … after the first real burst of summer and just around that time some of us were maybe looking forward to a few more slightly cooler days.”
In the Liberties, a push to breathe life back into the empty Rupert Guinness Theatre
A spokesperson for NCAD said it’s in talks with Diageo about what to do with the old 600-seat venue, including the possibility of a community use.
Curated with care, the Little Gem sessions showcase underground artists and experimental music
“I’d be quite selfish about it because it’s about putting on music I want to hear, experience or share with other people,” says Andy Walsh.
Photo of the Month: May 2023
“I have always been fascinated by the relationship between Dublin and horses. It’s rare to find these beautiful creatures basically kept in a city as pets.”
Run with the Hare, Hunt with the Hound, reviewed
In this novel, Paul Duffy brings medieval Ireland to life in an epic tale of courage, tragedy, loss and betrayal.