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Saoirse Higgins

Opinion: Oscars Rundown 2022: Slaps, Claps and More

April 14, 2022 By Saoirse Higgins

The Will Smith and Chris Rock debacle dominated all of our social media feeds the morning after the 94th Academy Awards. Memes, songs, and tattoos are just a few examples of how the incident has been embodied. However, regardless of whether the slap was justified or not, the Oscars of 2022 had more to offer than some soap opera drama on the evening of March 28. Ireland had … [Read more...] about Opinion: Oscars Rundown 2022: Slaps, Claps and More

Back with a Bang: Bridgerton Returns to Netflix

April 12, 2022 By Saoirse Higgins

Back with a Bang: Bridgerton Returns to Netflix

The steamy romance programme that appeared on our Netflix lists on Stephen’s Day of 2020 is back with a bang (literally) featuring more sensual looks, hand touching, and enemies to lovers tropes to get romance lovers riled up for the year. This season of Bridgerton follows the eldest Bridgerton brother, Anthony, played by Jonathan Bailey as he searches for a suitable wife. … [Read more...] about Back with a Bang: Bridgerton Returns to Netflix

Foscadh: A New Irish Film That Will Take Your Breath Away

March 31, 2022 By Saoirse Higgins

Foscadh: A New Irish Film That Will Take Your Breath Away

Foscadh, a new Irish language film, has hit theatres across Ireland and it is a beautiful masterpiece. Directed by Seán Breathnach, Foscadh follows the story of a man in his late 20s named John who deals with loneliness after his mother passes away.  It is implied that John is neurodivergent throughout the film as we see him struggle with social relations, but it is … [Read more...] about Foscadh: A New Irish Film That Will Take Your Breath Away

Third Year Drama Students Go Out with a Leap with their take on Aristophanes’ classic: The Frogs

March 29, 2022 By Saoirse Higgins

Third Year Drama Students Go Out with a Leap with their take on Aristophanes’ classic: The Frogs

L–R: Amelia Baker and James Boylan On the 15 and the 16 of March, third year drama students here in NUI Galway performed what was the last play many of them would partake in until the end of their degree. A funny, emotional and musical powerhouse,  Aristophanes’ The Frogs shows the eager potential of NUI Galway’s drama students. L–R: Saorla Fenton and Áine Ní … [Read more...] about Third Year Drama Students Go Out with a Leap with their take on Aristophanes’ classic: The Frogs

GUMS Win Big at Musical Theatre Intervarsities Awards

March 29, 2022 By Saoirse Higgins

GUMS Win Big at Musical Theatre Intervarsities Awards

L-R: Aoibh Tully, Éadaoin Collins, Brian Cahill, Jodie Finn, Eloise de Sousa. The NUI Galway Musical Society (GUMS) Intervarsities team have walked away with three awards after the Musical Theatre Intervarsities Awards over the bank holiday weekend. The GUMS Intervarsities Team won Best Overall Show, Best Choreography and Best Visuals in Thurles with their rendition of … [Read more...] about GUMS Win Big at Musical Theatre Intervarsities Awards

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