Drama has a long tradition in the West Clare communities of Cooraclare and Cree.

In Cooraclare, Tom McNamara produced an annual play for many years.

Meanwhile, Cree had a very active drama group led by Michael Miescall, the grandfather of the now well-known actor Paul Mescal.

After a brief revival in the early 2010s, the group reformed again in 2024 and has been bringing comedy productions back to local stages.

This year they’re performing A Wake in the West, a play that captures the familiar humour and chaos of a traditional Irish wake.

On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey spoke with performer, Gerard Kelly.

Photo (c) Cultúrlann Sweeney