Extending CraicFest’s Groundwork, Craic Session Returns Featuring Musicians Andrea Magee and Ava McKechnie
April 23, 2026 No Responses

Extending CraicFest’s Groundwork, Craic Session Returns Featuring Musicians Andrea Magee and Ava McKechnie

Preview by Brad Balfour, Arts Editor What: Craic SessionWhen: May 1st – 8pm (rain date April 30)Where: The Wolfhound38-14 30th Ave.Astoria, NY 11103 The long running CraicFest, a festival of Irish music and film, establishing its presence further into the...
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The L’Alliance New York Hosts The Comic Arts Fest 2026 Featuring International Artist From Scotland, France and More
April 21, 2026 No Responses

The L’Alliance New York Hosts The Comic Arts Fest 2026 Featuring International Artist From Scotland, France and More

Preview by Brad Balfour, Arts Editor What: Comic Arts Fest 2026When: Friday, April 24, 2026 – Sunday, April 26, 2026Where: L’Alliance New York22 E 60th St./55 E 59th StSociety of Illustrators128 E 63rd St Some of the world’s most celebrated grap...
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Irish Actor Barry Keoghan Plays Tommy Shelby’s son, Duke, with the Sinister Intent of Being A Crime Boss
April 19, 2026 No Responses

Irish Actor Barry Keoghan Plays Tommy Shelby’s son, Duke, with the Sinister Intent of Being A Crime Boss

Feature Story by Brad Balfour, Arts Editor Attending an early screening of “Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man” recently at Netflix’s Paris Theater also gave me the opportunity to see and hear actor Barry Keoghan discuss his role as Duke Shelby,...
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In The Horror Film, “They Will Kill You,” Zazie Beatz Battles a Cult of Rich Satanists To Save Her Sister
April 19, 2026 No Responses

In The Horror Film, “They Will Kill You,” Zazie Beatz Battles a Cult of Rich Satanists To Save Her Sister

Review by Brad Balfour, Arts Editor Film: “They Will Kill You”Director: Kirill Sokolov,Cast: Zazie Beetz, Myha’la, Patricia Arquette, Tom Felton, Heather Graham In “They Will Kill You,” Asia Reaves (Zazie Beetz) takes a maid job at The Virgil, a 100-...
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Chelsea Hoy Named Co-Artistic Director Of Trinity Irish Dance Company
April 9, 2026 No Responses

Chelsea Hoy Named Co-Artistic Director Of Trinity Irish Dance Company

This week I’m bringing news of one of the most sensational Irish dancing companies in North America, don’t miss them when they come your way. Yes, you heard it here and that is the Trinity Irish Dance Company (TIDC) whose...
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The Film “Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man” Emerges as a Successful Extension of the Series
March 12, 2026 No Responses

The Film “Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man” Emerges as a Successful Extension of the Series

A few years after the sixth season of the British TV “Peaky Blinders” series concluded, its cinematic extension –– “Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man” –– kicks off with footage of concentration camp inmates producing counterfeit pound notes.
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In This Beautiful Mutation of a Classic Horror Film, Director Maggie Gyllenhaal Gives Latitude to Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale to Put Their Own Stamp on This Story
March 10, 2026 No Responses

In This Beautiful Mutation of a Classic Horror Film, Director Maggie Gyllenhaal Gives Latitude to Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale to Put Their Own Stamp on This Story

In Maggie Gyllenhaal’s “The Bride!” “Frankenstein” author Mary Shelley speaks from the afterlife, saying she has a story she wants to tell after her famous tale, but could not due to her death. So she possesses Ida, a woman living in 1936 Chicago.
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Craicfest’s Terence Mulligan’s Answers Questions About Mixing Music and Film
March 4, 2026 No Responses

Craicfest’s Terence Mulligan’s Answers Questions About Mixing Music and Film

Liam Neeson and Terence Mulligan Exclusive Q&A by Brad Balfour, Arts Editor Craicfest founder Terence Mulligan did something I always felt should be done more often mix music and movies. Over the years, I’ve seen a number of fine films...
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CraicFest 2026 kick Off St. Pat’s Festivities
March 3, 2026 No Responses

CraicFest 2026 kick Off St. Pat’s Festivities

“Ballroom Boom” is narrated by Adam Clayton of U2 Preview by Brad Balfour, Arts Editor The legendary CraicFest kickoffs where the festival begins. Over the years, this series of events combines both Irish film and music. Launch by Terence Mulligan...
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For 27 Years, The St. Pat’s for All Parade Celebrates Diversity and Inclusion On Sunday, March 1st I n Queens
February 21, 2026 No Responses

For 27 Years, The St. Pat’s for All Parade Celebrates Diversity and Inclusion On Sunday, March 1st I n Queens

Preview by Brad Balfour, Arts Editor What: St. Pat’s for All ParadeWhen: Sunday, March 1Where: Gathers at 12 noon and kicks off 1pQueens, NY 11101Cost: Suggested donation to the parade $40 and with a vehicle, $70 Continuing its proud tradition...
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