Dawn Bradfield is from Kilmurry, near Macroom, Co Cork, and stars in the stage adaptation of Louise O’Neill’s novel, Asking For It, which returns to the Everyman in Cork tonight and continues until Saturday, October 5. The play then moves to the Gaiety Theatre in Dublin from Oct 9-26.

Musician and broadcaster Philip King is originally from Cork, but has been living on the Dingle peninsula for many years.

Championship conversations with Michael Moynihan.

Róisín O is one half of Thanks Brother with John Broe.

Eighteen years have elapsed since a 15-man Cork last lost a Championship game to Limerick over 70 minutes. But defeat on Sunday at the Gaelic Grounds puts John Meyler's squad behind the eight-ball. Here are five key changes Cork must get right to be back in business.

Lorna Moore is a full-time vocal coach, piano tutor, and choral conductor.

Eoin Edwards reviews Declan O’Rourke's gig at the White Horse, Ballincollig.

It was a South African-like sun that brought the smiles and covered the RDS for Paul Simon’s farewell tour last night.

As Westlife ended, Mark Feehily also split up with his long-term boyfriend. He admits it took time to readjust, but is very much back on track, with a new album, solo gigs and a support slot for Mariah Carey, writes Esther McCarthy.

Greg Dowling is one half of Irish house music duo Fish Go Deep, as well as being a label owner and club promoter. 

Brian Kennedy finds interior decorating and cooking for friends relaxing.

Anne Rynne knew she’d be referred to as the sister of Barry and Christy Moore, but that didn’t stop her recording her first album at the age of 68, writes Trish Flanagan.

Marc Copland brings his gentle playing style to Cork at the weekend, writes Philip Watson

Now if that doesn’t give you those tingly Christmas feels we don’t know what will.

Michael Carr is originally from Dublin, but has lived in Cork for 16 years. He co-runs Blue Monkey PR agency, looking after a variety of clients, and also presents The Green Room on Cork’s 96FM on Saturdays at 6pm.

Peter Gowen was born Youghal, Co Cork, and now lives in London. He is currently on tour with Decadent’s production of The Pillowman by Martin McDonagh. Upcoming dates include Everyman Theatre, Cork, 7-11 Nov; as well as Civic Theatre, Tallaght, 21-22 Oct; and Lime Tree, Limerick, Nov 4-5.

It’s quiet on the fermenting and foraging front this week, as Valerie O’Connor takes time out to go back to her roots for a good old dye.

As she gets ready to play in Ireland, Rita Coolidge tells Ed Power about her marriage to Kris Kristofferson, and how the idealism of the 1960s soon gave way to something more sinister

Prince appeared “pale” and “weak” during one of his last public appearances, it has been claimed, amid reports the music superstar stayed awake for 154 hours before his death.

Prince appeared "pale" and "weak" during one of his last public appearances, it has been claimed, amid reports the music superstar stayed awake for 154 hours before his death.

Margaret Jennings says with silver hair back in the spotlight, it’s an ageless style statement and a distinctive look many younger celebrities are embracing.

If you want to hear how Mr Zimmerman sounds in Irish, check out the last 15 minutes of Sinéad ar Maidin, that was broadcast on RnaG recently between the the hours of 1045am and 11am, and hear ‘Shelter From The Storm’ performed by Liam Ó Maonlaí of the Hothouse Flowers; it works surprisingly well.

We bring you a round up of all the latest news and reviews from the world of entertainment. 

Despite a stunning performance at the Isle of Wight that’s about to be released on DVD, Rory Gallagher had a mixed time in his seminal early band, writes Ed Power

Mary Black plays live in the open-air courtyard of the 2,500-acre Curraghmore Estate in Portlaw, Waterford, on Saturday, September 19, as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival. Tickets are €27.50 and on sale from www.comeraghswild.com 

Joni Mitchell is suffering from a "traumatic brain injury".

Judging by the recent interest in the media in Ireland’s heritage, singer Joni Mitchell had it right all those years ago: ‘We don’t know what we’ve got ‘til it’s gone, or almost’.

Singer Joni Mitchell is alert and is expected to make a full recovery, according to her website, despite a friend’s court filing that the Grammy-winner is unconscious and unable to care for herself.

MUSIC NEWS: Don McLean is on his way to Ireland in June, and don’t be surprised if he’s in rather good form, considering he’s just sold the transcipt for his ‘American Pie’ song for $1.2m.

Joni Mitchell is getting "stronger" every day.

Here’s a quick look at the latest music, gig, film and entertainment news.

Joni Mitchell is in intensive care but in ‘good spirits’ in a Los Angeles-area hospital.

A round-up of this morning’s top news: Ian Bailey’s partner, Jules Thomas, is to continue with her compensation claim against the state, Gardaí are aware of an alleged incident where a boy was force-fed twigs and Conor McGregor needs to brush up on his cúpla focal.

Women over 60 are having a ‘moment’ and it’s not a senior one. More confidence, more energy and they couldn’t care less what you think. 

Broadcaster Dave Fanning shares some wordly wisdom.

With Twiggy and Charlotte Rampling fronting fashion ads, the beauty world seems to have realised older women rock, says Barbara Scully.

The shock implosion of Sonic Youth gave Lee Ranaldo the chance to go out on his own, writes Ed Power

After five years as the EU’s top bureaucrat, David O’Sullivan is now its US ambassador, says Europe Correspondent, Ann Cahill

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