Connors to raise money for Pieta House cause
Having delivered a powerful speech that touched upon not only the state of the Irish film industry but the high rate of suicide amongst Travellers, the IFTA-winning Irish actor John Connors is coming to The Whale in Greystones this Friday, June 1, for a Pieta House fundraiser.
As part of the venue’s new series entitled My Favourite Things, John will be revealing his favourite film on the night.
He has already disclosed that his favourite book is Irish author Frankie Gaffney’s Dublin Seven and his favourite album, Almighty Love, by Damien Dempsey.
After a 20-minute onstage interview, John will then sit back with the audience to watch his chosen film.
Having lost his own father to suicide, John contem- plated such a way out before his brother suggested he try acting.
Connors has been speaking out about the need for a creative outlet in such circumstances. Becoming an actor saved his life.
His chosen charity for the night, Pieta House, is one that has saved many a life too.
The show is happening at The Whale, Greystones, on Friday, June 1, at 8 p.m. (doors at 7 p.m.). Tickets are €15, with all monies raised at the special event going to Pieta House.
You can find out more on whaletheatre.ie. Alternatively, contact The Whale on 01 2010550 or ask@whaletheatre.ie.