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  • Episode 106

    Episode 106
    2026/07/03
    On this week's installment of Encore with Zoe Ryan - the return of two highly anticipated annual events in the midlands and a seemingly outside the box pairing which turned out to be a winning combination for a couple of midlands creatives. Chair of the Mullingar Literary Festival Laurence Meehan gives us a rundown of this year's festivities whilst Pat Kenny, a member of the Inklings Writing Group, offers us a sneak peak with a live recital of one of his writings. Offaly-based Artist Emma Barone and Singer Kathrena Ryan on combining their respective crafts to create, 'Aligning with Summer,' an intuitive art and sound healing workshop taking place in Birr this weekend. Westmeath native and Artistic Director of Tullamore International Summer Organ Series Charles Marshall walks us through their 2026 concert schedule.
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    45 分
  • Episode 107

    Episode 107
    2026/07/10
    On this week's installment of Encore with Zoe Ryan - an appeal, an award and an announcement. Cliona Higgins reflects on creating 'Clay by Clio' and reveals her plans to expand, starting with stocking her creations in Midlands-based retailers. Laois-based Photographer Paul Fetherstonhaugh discusses how he went from capturing stills of wildlife to shots of astronomical objects and one of his photographs being shortlisted in a prestigious astrophotography competition. Offaly-born film and television professional Christopher Galvin on what inspires his writings ahead of launching his first book, 'The Thing About Giants,' in his hometown of Croghan this week.
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    48 分
  • Episode 108

    Episode 108
    2026/07/17
    This week on Encore with Zoe Ryan 'Encore on Tour' returns with a visit to newly appointed artist in residence at Esker Arts, Offaly-raised Multidisciplinary Artist Hazel Egan to explore what is, the application process for and the benefits of an artist residency placement. The creative behind and Founder of Laois-based business Gaelic Mirage Studios Serhii Kovalov discusses using his creative skills to help others showcase themselves and their work online. Liam Glynn, Marketing & Events Co-Ordinator at Belvedere House & Gardens gives a rundown of their annual flagship event, taking place in Westmeath this coming weekend.
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    48 分
  • Episode 110

    Episode 110
    2026/07/31
    This week on Encore with Zoe Ryan Sinn Fein Councillor Aoife Masterson weighs in on the conversation around her party's motion to protect Irish Artists against AI and gives us an update on where discussions are at. Offaly-raised Multidisciplinary Artist Christor on using his visual impairment to curate a signature colour palette for his debut solo exhibition, currently on display in his hometown of Birr. A musical tribute to French DJ and composer Kavinsky following his passing earlier this week. Westmeath Actor Daniel Edgerton joins us to give a rundown of the workshops, classes and productions on offer at Mullingar Arts Centre in the coming weeks and months.
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    44 分
  • Episode 111

    Episode 111
    2026/08/07
    Encore with Zoe Ryan
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    45 分
  • Episode 105

    Episode 105
    2026/06/26
    Encore with Zoe Ryan
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    46 分
  • Episode 109

    Episode 109
    2026/07/24
    This week on Encore with Zoe Ryan - a styling masterclass in Laois, a community art exhibition in Westmeath and an over 18s pantomime in Offaly. New music from Irish folk, rock fusion act Asophonics ahead of their debut performance at Forrest Fest in Emo this weekend. Style Architect and Founder of ‘What To Wear’ Valérie Mahé discusses the art of styling ahead of her upcoming 6 week Style & Confidence course taking place in Portlaoise. Curator at the Luan Gallery in Athlone Aoife Banks on opening their community-generated exhibition ‘Threads of Place’ to the public next weekend. Mark Duffy, Writer, Producer and Star of Sinderella, the adults-only panto coming to Esker Arts Centre in Tullamore this Saturday, reveals what spectators can expect from the X-rated production.
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    45 分
  • Episode 104

    Episode 104
    2026/06/19
    This week on Encore with Zoe Ryan Ballinagore born teacher Olive Robinson tells us about bringing Vanessa Galligan’s acclaimed play ‘My Therapist Needs Therapy’ to Athlone Little Theatre for three special performances next weekend in an effort to raise funds for much needed resources. Following their set at Dunamaise Arts Centre’s Battle of the Bands competition earlier this month, newly formed, midlands-based four-piece southern rock band 'Soulberry' discuss their unique sound and what’s next for them. Soprano Helen Hancock reveals her knack to getting more people listening to opera music and the challenges of pursuing a career in classical music ahead of her concert at St Mary's Church of Ireland in Athlone this weekend alongside The Triskel Ensemble. And on the eve of the homecoming of their original play 'The Burned Man' to Esker Arts, Patrick Fogarty and Daniel Murray of Fomóire Productions reflect on the journey so far of going independent.
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    47 分