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- Yvonne McGuinness was born on 12 October 1972 in Kilkenny, Ireland. She has been married to Cillian Murphy since 1 August 2004. They have two children.
- Actor
- Soundtrack
Grandiose Irish stage, film and television character player Max Adrian, a noted classical performer and musical comedy revue star with a highly distinctive voice and "old school" acting style, was born Guy Thornton Bor on November 1, 1903, in Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland. The son of Edward Norman Cavendish Bor and wife Mabel Lloyd Thornton, Max studied at the Portora Royal School and showed early interest in the performing arts. An intermission singer/dancer at a silent film theatre, he made his stage debut in the chorus in 1925 and proceeded to gain experience on the West End.
Following extensive repertory experience, Adrian (who was occasionally billed as Max Cavendish) enjoyed his first transcontinental stage hit with "First Episode", which toured throughout England and later transferred to Broadway in 1934. He went on to find wide personal success with his roles in "Troilus and Cressida" and "The Doctor's Dilemma" toward the end of the decade. Joining the Old Vic company in 1939, he scored as "The Dauphin" in "Saint Joan", then continued supremely with John Gielgud's company at the Haymarket Theatre in the mid-1940s as "Puck" in "A Midsummer Night's Dream", "Osric" in "Hamlet" and "Tattle" in "Love for Love".
A founding member of both the Royal Shakespeare Company and, much later, Laurence Olivier's National Theatre, Adrian earned widespread admiration for his work on the lighter side as a singer/comedian on the post-WWII musical revue stage. Many were produced by his long-time companion Laurier Lister (1907-1986). He also later performed eloquently, if outrageously, in one-man shows about George Bernard Shaw and the lesser successful "Gilbert and Sullivan".
Following his revue success, the often-bespectacled actor traveled to America in 1956 to appear in Leonard Bernstein's operetta, "Candide", on Broadway. Adrian stayed and pursued a career working in such summer stock productions of "Pygmalion" as Alfred as Doolittle, "Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme" as "Jourdain", "The Merchant of Venice" as "Shylock", and "The School for Scandal" as "Sir Peter Teazle", but never established a strong footing. He returned to London in 1959 to appear in Noël Coward "Look After Lulu!", which later was taken to Broadway.
In the early 1960s, Adrian became a member of Peter Hall's nascent Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) in Stratford-upon-Avon, wherein he appeared in "As You Like It", "Twelfth Night" and "Troilus and Cressida", as well as the non-Bard productions of "The Duchess of Malfi", "The Devils" and "The Hollow Crown". He also was a founding member of Olivier's National Theatre Company at the Old Vic from 1963, wherein he supported Peter O'Toole "Hamlet" as "Polonius". He also went on to appear in "Saint Joan", "Uncle Vanya", "The Recruiting Officer" and "The Master Builder".
Less renowned for his work on film, Adrian's made his debut in 1934 with two films: The Primrose Path (1934) and Eight Cylinder Love (1934). Film highlights during this earlier period came with his roles in the historical pieces The Remarkable Mr. Kipps (1941) and Courageous Mr. Penn (1942) and as "The Dauphin" in Olivier's classical masterpiece, Henry V (1944) (aka Henry V). Post-war films included lesser parts in The Taming of Dorothy (1950), Pool of London (1951) and The Pickwick Papers (1952). In later years, he showed some minor flash in Dr. Terror's House of Horrors (1965) and The Deadly Affair (1967), and capped his cinematic career as a favorite actor of visionary director Ken Russell and his mesmerizingly bizarre films The Music Lovers (1971), The Boy Friend (1971) and The Devils (1971). He fared much better on TV with several Shakespearean and other classical roles, notably as a delightful "Fagin" in "Oliver Twist", impressive Benjamin Disraeli in "Victoria Regina", and as composer "Fredrick Delius" in "Song of Summer".
Dying of a heart attack in 1973, the prolific stage actor, survived by his partner, was paid tribute by such luminaries as Laurence Olivier, Alec Guinness and revue co-star Joyce Grenfell.- Sean Campion was born on 20 December 1959 in Freshford, County Kilkenny, Ireland. He is an actor, known for The Foreigner (2017), EastEnders (1985) and Raw (2008).
- Shannon Myles is an Irish actress. She is known for her roles in Faithless (2024), Small Town Big Story (2024), FATE The Winx Saga (2021-2022) and KIN (2021). She was raised in Carlow, Ireland. She attended University College Dublin where she got a degree in acting. She has performed on the Irish Stage from a young age having a history in Theatre as well as Musical Theatre.
- Stunts
- Actor
- Additional Crew
Martin Grace was born on 12 September 1942 in Lisdowney, County Kilkenny, Ireland. He was an actor, known for Brazil (1985), Enemy Mine (1985) and Moonraker (1979). He was married to Anna. He died on 27 January 2010 in Spain.- James O'Neill was born on 15 November 1847 in Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland. He was an actor, known for The Count of Monte Cristo (1913), West Is West (1920) and The Grain of Dust (1918). He was married to Ellen Quinlan. He died on 10 August 1920 in New London, Connecticut, USA.
- Maureen Delaney was born on 1 December 1888 in Kilkenny, Ireland. She was an actress, known for The Holly and the Ivy (1952), The Doctor's Dilemma (1958) and Odd Man Out (1947). She was married to Peter O'Neill. She died on 27 March 1961 in London, England, UK.
- Writer
- Producer
- Director
Gabriel Murray was born in Ireland. Originally studied Fine Art at National Colege of Art and Design. He went on to study film Direction /Screenwriting at Dun Laoghire College of Art. He studied History of film from Irish film historian Kevin Rockett at NCAD.
Murray founded the Visual Arts Centre and was awarded the Young Ireland Iniative award by Arts Council/Irish Press and Dublin Corporation. He was also a founding member of the Young Irish Film Makers Workshop(Dublin). He has written fifteen scripts and two novels. He has optioned various scripts; The Boys are Back in Town - Phil Lynott Story- Mary Breen Farrelly(Space Truckers) Goddess - based on the book by
- Director
- Producer
- Writer
David O'Reilly was born on 21 June 1985 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is a director and producer, known for Please Say Something (2008), The Horse Raised by Spheres (2014) and The External World (2010).- Actress
Ella Gittens, born in Kilkenny, Ireland, began preforming with her local pantomime group "Gowran Little Theatre" later became a member of Kilkenny Youth Theatre (Barnstorm Theatre Company). In 2023 she graduated with a Diploma in Acting and Theatre Studies from The Lir Academy and has also trained at the the double award-winning, part-time drama school; Identity School of Acting.
Ella Gittens was a member of Kilkenny Youth Theatre from 2019-2022. The Blackrock One-Act play competition awarded Ella an "Excellence in Performance" in early 2020. In 2021 Ella played the role of "Rose" in the short film "The Least I Can Do" (2022) by award winning filmmaker; Seán Treacy and in 2024 Ella was nominated for Best Performance in the shot film "Delusions of a Designer" at Dublin University Film Festival.- Actor
- Writer
- Director
John Morton is an actor, writer and director.
Film and television acting work includes the lead role in the award winning feature film Locus Of Control, Wolfwalkers, The Hurler, Where The Wild Things Go, Love/Hate, and Gloaming.
He is the writer of the award winning TV series Dead Still. He has also written the short films Two Cats, Seanie & Flo, Kathleen, Daffney Molloy And Other Catastrophes, Swerve and Hot Water Bottle, as well as writing and directing Smitten for RTÉ Storyland.- Writer
- Producer
Robin Banks was born in 1972 in Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland. He is a writer and producer, known for The Rise and Fall of the Clash (2012), The Punk Rock Movie from England (1978) and Joe Strummer: Cut the Clash (2019).- Director
- Producer
- Animation Department
Nigel W. Tierney was born on 6 June 1983 in Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland. He is a director and producer, known for Shrek Forever After (2010), Kung Fu Panda 3 (2016) and Lil Dicky: Earth (2019).- Amy Dunne was born in Kilkenny City, Ireland. She is an actress, known for Wolfwalkers (2020), Writing Home (2017) and Lily's Bad Day (2006).
- Actor
- Director
John Doran is an actor from Ireland. He was born in Kilkenny and studied acting in Dublin. John is known for his roles in Northern Lights, Small Town Big Story and Unhinged. He is also a seasoned theatre actor, having performed at The Abbey National Theatre and The Gate Theatre, Dublin.- Writer
- Producer
- Director
Nick Vincent Murphy was born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is a writer and producer, known for Moone Boy (2012), Dorg Van Dango (2020) and Hideaways (2011).- Kay McLaren was born on 28 December 1896 in Kilkenny, Ireland. She was an actress, known for Excalibur (1981). She died on 13 December 1980 in Dublin, Ireland.
- Script and Continuity Department
- Additional Crew
- Actor
Thomas Cronin is a script supervisor and screenwriter born in Kilkenny, Ireland. He studied BSc Film and Television Production at the University of York. He has credits spanning numerous feature films including "That's a Wrap" and "My Names Tim" as well as credits in shorts such as "I Don't Need the Badge".- Richard Mosse was born in 1980 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is a director, known for Broken Spectre (2022), Fraternity (2008) and Brilliant Ideas (2015).
- Actor
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Kevin Mooney was born on 12 May 1988 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is an actor and assistant director, known for Eliza Mayflower (2007), Lily's Bad Day (2006) and The Children (2002).- Eddie Brennan was born on 30 April 1983 in Kilkenny City, Ireland. He is an actor, known for Skegs & Skangers (2002), Eliza Mayflower (2007) and Lily's Bad Day (2006).
- Pamela Cardillo was born on 15 November 1983 in Kilkenny, Ireland. She is an actress, known for Circle of Friends (1995).
- Actress
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Liane Murphy was born on 26 December 1981 in Kilkenny, Ireland. She is an actress and assistant director, known for D'Boyz (2001), Stealaway (2005) and Under the Hawthorn Tree (1998).- Actor
- Director
- Producer
Mike Kelly was born on 28 June 1945 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is an actor and director, known for The Children (2002), Stealaway (2005) and The Usurpers (2011).- Edwina Whearty was born on 28 September 1983 in Kilkenny, Ireland. She is an actress, known for Skegs & Skangers (2002) and Vultures (2007).
- Red Rum was born on 3 May 1965 in County Kilkenny, Ireland. He was an actor, known for The Dick Francis Thriller: The Racing Game (1979), Ultra Quiz (1983) and Forty Minutes (1981). He died on 18 October 1995 in Cholmondeley, Cheshire, England, UK.
- Camera and Electrical Department
- Additional Crew
Tadhg Conway was born on 12 October 1972 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is known for The Count of Monte Cristo (2002), Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023) and Sing Street (2016).- Actor
- Director
- Cinematographer
Ross Costigan was born on 23 April 1981 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He was an actor and director, known for Vultures (2007), Swerve (2015) and Skegs & Skangers (2002). He died on 25 October 2017 in Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland.- James Fennelly was born in County Kilkenny, Ireland. He is known for The Source of Suction (1994), World's Strongest Man (1977) and UK's Strongest Man (1992).
- Murt Brennan was born on 9 July 1982 in Kilkenny City, Ireland. He is an actor, known for Skegs & Skangers (2002), Vultures (2007) and Swerve (2015).
- Set Decorator
- Art Department
Patrick Delany was born on 6 December 1899 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He was a set decorator, known for I Walk Alone (1947), The Great Locomotive Chase (1956) and The DuPont Show with June Allyson (1959). He died on 3 November 1961 in Los Angeles, California, USA.- Actor
- Director
- Casting Director
Trev Anderson was born on 6 January 1983 in Kilkenny City, Ireland. He is an actor and director, known for Eliza Mayflower (2007), Lily's Bad Day (2006) and Skegs & Skangers (2002).- Edward Aylward was born on 22 November 1913 in Knockmoylan, Mullinavat, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland. He was an actor, known for Captain Lightfoot (1955). He was married to Maureen Brennan. He died on 13 April 1974 in Dublin, Ireland.
- Thomas Kilroy was born on 23 September 1934 in Callan, County Kilkenny, Ireland. Thomas was a writer, known for Farmers (1978). Thomas was married to Julia Carlson and Patricia Cobie. Thomas died on 7 December 2023 in Shannon, Ireland.
- David Thompson was born on 29 May 1984 in Kilkenny City, Ireland. He is an actor, known for Wolfwalkers (2020), Lily's Bad Day (2006) and The Children (2002).
- Biff Walsh was born on 30 March 1984 in Kilkenny City, Ireland. He is an actor, known for Skegs & Skangers (2002) and Vultures (2007).
- Matthew Gargan was born on 17 May 1984 in Kilkenny City, Ireland. He is an actor, known for Skegs & Skangers (2002) and Vultures (2007).
- Phil Hogan was born on 4 July 1961 in Kilkenny, Ireland.
- Tom Maher was born on 25 April 1922 in Gowran, County Kilkenny, Ireland. He died on 25 March 2015 in Kilkenny, Ireland.
- Writer
- Editor
Robbie Comber was born on 28 December 1983 in Kilkenny City, Ireland. He is a writer and editor, known for The Children (2002) and Skegs & Skangers (2002).- Cecil H. Meares was born on 14 February 1876 in Inistioge, County Kilkenny, Ireland. He died on 12 May 1937 in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
- Grainne Murphy was born on 20 November 1984 in Kilkenny City, Ireland. She is an actress, known for Skegs & Skangers (2002).
- Camera and Electrical Department
- Cinematographer
- Actor
Laurent Murray was born on 11 October 1988 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is a cinematographer and actor, known for Vikings: Valhalla (2022), Into the Badlands (2015) and Stealaway (2005).- Additional Crew
- Producer
- Legal
Niall Murphy was born on 18 December 1982 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is a producer and legal representative, known for Flora and Son (2023), Smother (2021) and Breathe (2015). He has been married to Sinead Murphy since 8 November 2013.- Actor
- Script and Continuity Department
Peter Ryan was born on 23 June 1982 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is an actor, known for Under the Hawthorn Tree (1998).- Tony Hoyne was born on 7 January 1981 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is an actor, known for Stealaway (2005).
- Louise Maher was born on 26 October 1984 in Kilkenny, Ireland. She is an actress, known for Circle of Friends (1995).
- Editor
- Producer
- Actor
Alan Slattery was born on 27 February 1981 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is an editor and producer, known for Wolfwalkers (2020), The Breadwinner (2017) and The Secret of Kells (2009).- Stephen Foster was born on 9 May 1983 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is an actor, known for Skegs & Skangers (2002) and Da Vinci's Inquest (1998).
- Writer
- Actor
- Director
Hal Warner-Clayton was born on 23 August 1998 in Kilkenny, Ireland. He is a writer and actor, known for Ben and Eric (2010) and Aperture Science's Last Resort (2012).