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06 Sept 2025

Tipperary literary festival set to host Booker Prize-winning author and screenwriter this month

Dromineer Nenagh Literary Festival will host Booker Prize-winning author and screenwriter, John Banville

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The Dromineer Nenagh Literary Festival (DNLF) have announced a very special summer event featuring the internationally acclaimed Booker Prize-winning author and screenwriter, John Banville. This exclusive evening of literature and conversation will take place in the stunning natural setting of Tullamore Park.

John Banville, celebrated for his lyrical prose and masterful storytelling, will join us for a rare live interview, offering insights into his remarkable career and creative process. The event will be moderated by Professor Sarah Moore Fitzgerald, novelist and director of the Creative Writing School at the University of Limerick.

The evening will also feature a live musical performance by renowned cellist Gráinne Higgins, adding a soulful tone to what promises to be a memorable night.

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Guests will be treated to a Rosé & Cashel Blue Cheese reception, generously provided by Country Choice, before the main interview begins.

Event Details

  • Venue: Tullamore Park
  • Date & Time: Bus departs Stereame Retail Park at 6:15 PM sharp
  • Tickets: €35 — includes reception and return courtesy bus
  • Duration: 90 minutes (no interval)
  • Age Suitability: Adults only
  • Please Note: Access to the venue is strictly via courtesy bus only

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to spend an evening with one of Ireland’s literary legends, set against the peaceful beauty of Tullamore Park.

Book your tickets now at DNLF.ie or via our Eventbrite page.

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