Cork artist Michael Quane says lie-ins don't always happen at the weekend, but he is a fan of a "linger-in" when he read or write. 

West Cork Arts Centre is preparing to mark a major cultural milestone later this month, celebrating 40 years since its foundation and 10 years since the opening of its new home.

Artists Michael Quane and Johanna Connor started following each other on social media during the pandemic and developed a relationship over email. COLETTE SHERIDAN meets the couple at their home - a former Church of Ireland church in Coachford.

The Douglas Street Campus of Further Education end of year exhibition is a great chance to showcase the talent of art students, and for the public to see it, says Ray Lonergan, Exhibition Coordinator

Julie Helen says it is particularly important to the talent of very under-represented and under-estimated groups.

Actor and director David O’Mahony moved from London to Cork last May and will see his film Memorial premiere at the Fastnet Film Festival this week.

At a council meeting this week, the chief executive circulated a report explaining that a formal request for financial was received from the board of Dance Cork Firkin Crane, for the re-roofing of the building in Shandon.

An exhibition of works by Fiona Boniwell has opened in Cork city.The artist chats to COLETTE SHERIDAN about the inspiration behind it and her ion for Kuk Sool Won.

Spoken-word performer Mike Garry describes his collaborations with the Cassis String Quartet as ‘spiritual co-operation’, and urges people to come see them in Cork, a city he loves, writes Ronan Leonard

Cork women Fiona Devlin and Gillian Good are among of group of artists from Kinsale taking part in a new exhibition in Cork city. COLLETTE SHERIDAN chats to the artists about why they are drawn to the group.

What's on Cork's stages this week? Jo Kerrigan tells us in her weekly Theatre Nights column.

25 years ago, a unique BA in Visual Art was launched on Cork’s Sherkin Island. COLETTE SHERIDAN chats to Majella O’Neill Collins, one of its founders, about the highs, lows, and the future of the programme.

The festival, taking place from May 21 to 25 at Schull, will see Ms Miller conduct a live interview, a book reading, and a film screening, where audiences will have the opportunity to engage with her creative journey and storytelling craft.

COLETTE SHERIDAN meets Cork woman Kim Roberts, who went back to study art in her 50s, and  recently opened her debut solo art exhibition at Ballymaloe's Grainstore. 

Cork artist John Doolan is exhibiting his work in Bishopstown Library this month. COLETTE SHERIDAN hears how the young man overcame a difficult start in life in Romania, as well as various disabilities, to put a stamp on the world of art in his native city

The world-conquering Kabin Studio has been granted €40,000 in funding from various State agencies to expand into a new wheelchair-accessible premises.

After a hectic five-week residency in Monaco, Cónal Creedon tells AISLING MEATH how he brought a slice of his beloved Cork to the principality

COLLETTE SHERIDAN meets artists Sarah Jayne Booth and Alison O’Shea whose works feature in ‘City of Ladies’, an exhibition currently running in Cork.

Emma Jacobs started an oil painting class for beginners in 2016 and last year, left her hospitality role to become a full-time visual artist. 

Cork singer, actor and agent JD Kelleher chats to COLLETE SHERIDAN about life in London, meeting Cillian Murphy, working with actors, campaigning for LGBT+rights, and the inspiration behind their music.

After her recent appearance on TV’s The Great House Revival, Cork artist Cora Murphy is contributing to the annual Incognito charity art sale, she tells COLETTE SHERIDAN

Artwork on show at Dance Cork Firkin Crane offers a profound insight into the ongoing suffering in Gaza, says DEBORAH HICKEY

COLETTE SHERIDAN meets Tatiana dos Santos, who has been named as the new theatre artist-in-residence at Cork Opera House. Tatiana hopes her new play will be relatable with Irish and migrant communities

What's on Cork's stages this week? Jo Kerrigan tells us in her weekly Theatre Nights column.

Helen Carey tells AISLING MEATH she hopes to build more ties with the international community in her new role as Director of the National Sculpture Factory.

A conclusion of a collaborative project with former workers of the renowned textile factory and their families, the exhibition offers a “poignant exploration” of the socio-economic, cultural and artistic impact of the factory.

The gala evening will mark 170 years of Cork Opera House, celebrated through music, opera, comedy, theatre and dance, with Cork City Ballet set to perform Le Corsaire, ed by the Cork Opera House Concert Orchestra, conducted by John O’Brien.

The festival is renowned for its engaging workshops, networking opportunities with industry professionals, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

The first Everyman Made season will open in April with Making History by Brian Friel, a period drama about Hugh O’Neill and the events before and after the Battle of Kinsale.

“We are thrilled to offer this opportunity in memory of Joseph Stafford Gibson, whose legacy is one of fostering artistic growth and global engagement,” she said.

Stan Notte is currently preparing for his solo exhibition, The Art Felt World’ which opens in Midleton’s MY Place Gallery on March 21 and runs until April 2.

Cork woman Therese O’Sullivan is the choreographer on ‘9 to 5’ which opens at the Everyman today. She chats to COLETTE SHERIDAN about the show and her journey to becoming a dance teacher.

Internationally acclaimed for his writing, Cork author Cónal Creedon is about to spend a month in Monaco, where he will be writer in residence of the Princess Grace Irish Library. He tells AISLING MEATH about his plans for the trip

The festival will screen 200 short films across six days, offering filmmakers aged 12 to 25 the opportunity to showcase their work, participate in workshops, and engage with industry professionals.

It will be staged in the Opera House for one night only on Saturday, March 8

Kseniia Yershova plays violin and viola, and will be performing at the Ortús Chamber Music Festival with the Gaelach Quartet later this month.

What's on Cork's stages this week? Jo Kerrigan tells us in her weekly Theatre Nights column.

A season of films by Belgian director Chantal Akerman is running at the Triskel in Cork this weekend. CARA O’DOHERTY picks her highlights

Acclaimed cellist Sinéad O’Halloran has played some of the biggest venues around the world. She tells AISLING MEATH why she is looking forward to returning home to Cork for the Ortús Chamber Music Festival.

The band recently played two sold-out nights at Cork City Hall. Concubhar Ó Liatháin was there, and looks back at his part in their success that has seen them become household names

The annual ‘Ar Scáth A Chéile’ exhibition is now open to the public at the James Barry Exhibition Centre at MTU.

The 45-year-old, who won a Bafta television award for playing Sister Michael in the hit sitcom Derry Girls, said that Claudia Winkleman — who hosts the UK version — has made the show “so iconic”.

The IFTA Awards take place at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre and will be broadcast on RTÉ One tomorrow night, February 15, at 10.55pm.

Cork woman Maria Gillen was part of a team that spent four days and four nights telling stories, entering The Guinness Book of Records, says NOEL SWEENEY

What's on Cork's stages this week? Jo Kerrigan tells us in her weekly Theatre Nights column.

Here's a round up of gigs and events running in Cork this weekend (February 1 to February 2). Or if you decide to stay in, here's what's on the box...

The 24-hour show, entitled The Second Woman, will take place at Cork Opera House, and will feature Ms Walsh in the leading role of a woman stuck in a loveless relationship.

What's on Cork's stages this week? Jo Kerrigan tells us in her weekly Theatre Nights column.

Under his leadership, the Briery Gap has hosted a variety of events and productions, while helping to create partnerships with national and international arts organisations.

Retired Cork teacher, Catherine Janeczek Frost, took up the concertina in recent years and is now preparing to perform at the Cork Arts Theatre. She tells COLETTE SHERIDAN how music was always a part of her life.