Key projects to help growing arts scene

THE growing arts scene in south Kerry is set for a major boost, with two key projects underway at a total cost of €2.6 million.

Arts and Tourism Minister John O’Donoghue recently announced a €1.6m grant for an arts centre in his hometown, Caherciveen, while work has started on a €1m centre at the old vocational school in nearby Waterville.

It is reckoned that up to 30 people are engaged in arts pursuits in south Kerry, including painters, potters, sculptors, ceramics and woodcraft workers and others.