Bard drew on Irish fairy tales to create a classic

DID you hear the one about how north Cork fairies inspired one of Shakespeare’s biggest hits?

Bard drew on Irish fairy tales to create a classic
Tue, 24 Jul, 2007 - 01:00
Eoin English

A theatre group will reveal during the city’s first comedy festival this weekend how the bard drew inspiration for A Midsummer Night’s Dream after hearing the legend of Castle Pook near Doneraile.

The former 12th century stronghold is steeped in myth and legend.

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