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Tommy Tiernan’s “Out of the Whirlwind” show live in Waterford TOMMY Tiernan is back with his “Out Of The Whirlwind” show live in Waterford this September 2014. This new show is literally a whirlwind of TOMMY’S thoughts and observations. Profound, sometimes dark yet whimsical and silly too, his performance mesmerises in a way that is joyful, uplifting, inspirational and most importantly always breathtakingly funny. Pat Collin’s, Director of Tommy’s new European Tour Documentary “Tommy: To Tell You The Truth” recently said "There is something zeitgeisty about Tommy. He taps into the wider consciousness and manages to express what some people feel deeply but might not have an opportunity to
“Tommy Tiernan tore it apart and stole the show with some intense and painfully funny storytelling.”- THE IRISH TIMES “He has the vocabulary of a poet, the soul of a maverick & the passion of an evangelist.” – Chortle Tickets for “Out Of The Whirlwind” are €28 on sale NOW through Ticketmaster and other usual outlets nationwide. Booking Line: 0818 719 300. WATERFORD VENUES O’Shea’s Hotel, Tramore September 12th. Cappoquin Community Centre September 13th. The Park Hotel, Dungarvan September 27th.
express themselves, while always retaining his great charm and roguishness that allows him to say things others just couldn’t get away with". In 2013 he performed a sold-out tour of Australia and New Zealand – which included two performances at The Sydney Opera House on the same night. His recent tour of Europe included Finland, France, Austria, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland and Estonia and he is about to embark on UK tour dates this Autumn, all the while continuing the phenomenon that is the relationship Tommy has with his Irish audience and his neverending fascination with the 32 counties of Ireland and it’s numerous islands.
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DOWN 1 One half of an award-winning duo (3) 2 Plaisir d _ , French love song written in 1784 (5) 3 Of a statement, definite and clear (8) 4 Prevent something such as the development of an idea (6) 5 A gesture requesting attention, used in the phrase _ and call (4) 6 Anagram of 1 across (7) 7 A cocktail or a coastal movement (3,6) 10 Reverse one s course of action (4-5) 12 Lacking sorrow for the suffering of others (8) 14 Anagram of 1 across (7) 16 A sum of money paid back (6) 19 Nickname of former England footballer Paul Gascoigne (5) 20 A _ coach helps people attain their goals (4) 23 Shortened word for a section of writing (3) SOLUTION
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Pudsey The Dog: The Movie Opens 14th July A HEARTWARMING, quintessentially British adventure for all the family, PUDSEY THE DOG: THE MOVIE follows cheeky London stray dog, Pudsey, who is quite happy being a lone ranger, looking out for number one, until he meets siblings Molly (Izzy MeikleSmall), George (Spike White) and Tommy (Malachy Knights). After losing their father, their mother Gail (Jessica Hynes) is moving the family to the sleepy village of Chuffington and Pudsey tags along, to the dismay of their landlord, Mr.Thorne (John Sessions), and his
cat Faustus. As Pudsey starts to settle in with the family and realises what he was missing when he was alone, he stumbles across Thorne's evil plan and he is determined to save them and the whole village. Pudsey is directed by Nick Moore, otherwise the director of ‘Horrid Henry: The Movie’, and editor of such films as ‘Love Actually’ and ‘About a Boy’. Pusdey also stars Olivia Colman from such movies as ‘Hot Fuzz’ and ‘The Iron Lady’, and Pudsey himself is voiced by none other than David Walliams, of ‘Little Britain’ and ‘Britains Got Talent’.
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes Opens 17th July
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E generous to everyone you love this week because in weeks to come your generosity will be praised and rewarded. Only time will tell if you are giving enough love to enough people.
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PEN up to the people closest to you. If you bottle up your feelings for much longer then you will find the truth trickles out anyway. The source of the leak might be unexpected.
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E daring for once. Try new things and make new friends, don t be afraid to take chances. New is good, this is not the week to be stuck in the past. You will feel so much better for a fresh start.
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HERE is a nasty germ going around at the moment and if you don t look after yourself, you are likely to catch it. Energise by eating healthily and get some light exercise to avoid it.
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PEND some of the money that you earned this week. You made the right decision, so reward yourself. Enjoy half of what you have but make sure you save the rest. It will come in useful.
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HEN you were bossy last week, you didn t notice but it made people unhappy. Watch your back this week because the consequences of your actions are not far behind you.
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OT everyone is how they seem to be. Don t judge by first impressions, get to know people before you finalise your view of them. What you see isn t always what you get.
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LTHOUGH you know it is summer and the weather is good, your mood doesn t seem to match. You should cheer up and notice the world around you. The sun is shining. Be grateful for it.
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week, and things will become hectic. Before November you take it out on your colleagues, blow off some 22nd December 21st steam by doing something constructive.
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OME close friends will give you some help this week even if you don t want it. Don t get angry at them for interfering, be grateful for their support. Friends can always come in useful.
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OU may want to help a friend win an argument this week, but if you want to come out of the fight with the same friend, let them fight their own battles and don t get involved.
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AY-DREAMING is all good and well when you have time to sit and do nothing. This week you should take your head out of the clouds and pay attention. There will be things to do.
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A GROWING nation of genetically evolved apes led by Caesar is threatened by a band of human survivors of the devastating virus unleashed a decade earlier. They reach a fragile peace, but it proves short-lived, as both sides are brought to the brink of a war that will determine who will emerge as Earth's dominant species. Dawn of the Planet of the Apes stars Gary Oldman, from such movies as ‘The Fifth Element’, ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ and has portrayed Sirius Black in the
Harry Potter film franchise, and Keri Russell, star of ‘August Rush’ and ‘Mission Impossible 3’. Andy Serkis, famous for his role as Gollum/Smeagol in The Lord of the Rings film franchise also stars in the movie, as Caesar the ape. The director, Matt Reeves, having already directed such films as ‘Let Me In’ and ‘Cloverfield’, has a promising resume, it’s safe to say we’re in for a great experience. The movie opens on the 17th of July.
Earth To Echo - Opens 25th July TUCK, Munch and Alex are a trio of inseparable friends whose lives are about to change. Their neighborhood is being destroyed by a highway construction project that is forcing their families to move away. But just two days before they must part ways, the boys begin receiving a strange series of signals on their phones. Convinced something bigger is going on, they team up with another school friend, Emma, and set out to look for the source of their phone signals. What they discover is something beyond their wildest imaginations: a small alien who has become stranded on Earth. In
need of their help, the four friends come together to protect the alien and help him find his way home.This journey, full of wonder and adventure, is their story, and their secret. Starring in Earth to Echo is Astro, contestant from the long running show X Factor, and Teo Halm, a young up and comer, who’s previous work has included the TV Series ‘Nova’ and ‘Teens Wanna Know’. Earth to Echo is a sci-fi family adventure film, directed by Dave Green, and produced by Robbie Brenner and Andrew Panay.
RSC: The Two Gentlemen of Verona Live from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre - 3rd September at 7.00 p.m. VALENTINE and Proteus are best friends, until they fall in love with the same girl. Having traveled to Milan in search of adventure, they both fall for the Duke's daughter Silvia. But Proteus is already sworn to his sweetheart, Julia, at home in Verona, and the Duke thinks Valentine is not good enough for his Silvia. With friendship forgotten, the rivals' affections quickly get out of hand as the four young lovers find themselves on a wild chase through the woods, confused by mistaken identity and threat-
ened by fierce outlaws before they find a path to reconciliation. Simon Godwin makes his RSC debut to direct Shakespeare's exuberant romantic comedy. Simon is Associate Director of the Royal Court. His production of Strange Interlude recently played to critical acclaim at the National Theatre.This is the first time in 45 years The Two Gentlemen of Verona has been performed in full production on the Royal Shakespeare Theatre stage.
Across: 1 Diapers, 5 Brass, 8 CPO, 9 Principia, 10 Barnacle, 11 Brer, 13 Coptic, 15 Kindle, 17 Pray, 18 Meringue, 21 Destitute, 22 Zip, 24 Lodge, 25 Despair. Down: 1 Dec, 2 Amour, 3 Emphatic, 4 Stifle, 5 Beck, 6 Aspired, 7 Sea breeze, 10 Back-pedal, 12 Pitiless, 14 Praised, 16 Refund, 19 Gazza, 20 Life, 23 Par.