In Pictures: The spirit of William Allingham's creativity lives on

An open mic event took place in Ballyshannon as part of the Allingham Festival, showcasing the wealth of local talent in the poet's beloved Erneside town

The Open Mic event is a chance for writers and performers of all levels of experience to showcase their talent during Ballyshannon's Allingham Festival. True to form, this year's event saw a wealth of talent from the Erneside town and across south Donegal take to the stage in a supportive and appreciative environment, very much in the spirit of William Allingham. Click on the arrows to see Philip Mulligan's photos from the Abbey Arts Centre