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Madeleine Blackwell will perform in the gala celebration of the work of Michael O'Donoghue
A Gala Celebration honouring Michael O’Donoghue will take place at the Excel Theatre in Tipperary Town next month.
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An unforgettable evening of music, memories, and celebration awaits as Tipperary’s finest performers come together to honour one of the community’s great champions of the arts, Michael O’Donoghue.
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Join organisers for Hey Mr Director, Thanks for the Memories on Friday, November 8 at 8pm in the Tipperary Excel Centre, a one night only gala concert celebrating Michael’s 80th birthday and his outstanding contribution to theatre and the performing arts.
Directed by Derek Rine, this special event will feature performances by St Mary’s Choral Society, Tipperary Musical Society, the Gaudeamus Choir, the Forge Players, and the Excel Youth Theatre, with Mary Rose McNally as Musical Director.
The evening will also include guest appearances from Deirdre Ryan, Derek Ryan, Madeleine Blackwell, Emmet Donlan, and Keith Dwyer-Green, all joining together to celebrate a lifetime of creativity, dedication, and community spirit.
Tickets are priced at €20, with all proceeds going to the Simon Rine Theatre. They are available now at www.tipperaryexcel.com or by calling 062 80520.
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This promises to be a heart-warming celebration filled with song, laughter, and gratitude a fitting tribute to a man who has given so much to the stage and to the people of Tipperary.
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