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Trump shreds the usual script for US President

2 months ago | westernpeople.ie | Conor McPherson |Liam Alex Heffron

It was Brendan Gleeson’s breakthrough moment as a screen actor. While ‘only’ having a supporting role, Gleeson lit up the screen whenever he appeared in Paddy Breathnach’s classic and featured in the film’s most memorable scenes. With its razor-sharp dialogue, perfectly timed black comedy and an Irishness that feels authentic rather than forced, the film still features in the best of homegrown Irish cinema. Written by Conor McPherson, is a 1997 road movie with gangsters, guns and plenty of dry wit.
The Weir By Conor McPherson - Berkshire Fine Arts

Sep 29, 2024 | berkshirefinearts.com | Conor McPherson |Charles Giuliano

The WeirBy Conor McPhersonDirected by Eric HillScenic designer, Randall Parsons; Costumes, Amy Avila; Lighting, Matthew E. Adelson, Composer and sound, Scott Killian; Resident dialect coach, Jennifer Scapetis; Movement support, Isadora Wolfe. Cast: Jack (Sean Bridgers), Jim (Joey Collins), Valerie (Stephanie Jean Lane), Finbar (Harry Smith), Brendan (Philip Themio Stoddard). Berkshire Theatre GroupUnicorn TheatreSeptember 26 to October 27Stockbridge, Mass.
Bob Dylan fans can see 'Girl from the North County' in San Francisco

Aug 1, 2024 | mercurynews.com | Jim Harrington |Conor McPherson

Simon Hale didn’t grow up on Bob Dylan. In fact, he wasn’t even all that familiar with the first-tier Rock and Roll Hall of Famer’s body of work when he first got the gig to do the orchestrations for “Girl from the North Country,” the award-winning musical built on Dylan songs that visits the Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco July 30 through Aug. 18 (broadwaysf.com).
Solving the MLB elbow crisis

Apr 30, 2024 | marquettewire.org | Conor McPherson

In the 1970s, pitching in the MLB was at a sweet spot. Legendary pitchers like Nolan Ryan andGaylord Perry would routinely pitch for complete games and injuries were much less common than they are today. In recent years, there has been a trend of pitchers getting hurt early in the season. The best pitchers are deemed lucky if they can get through a year without a season-ending injury.
Consuegra's return is new start for MUWBB

Apr 23, 2024 | bvmsports.com | Conor McPherson

By Conor McPherson via Marquette Wire, Women's basketball head coach Cara Consuegra's introductory press conference took place on Thursday. (Photo courtesy of Marquette Athletics.) On Wednesday, April 17, it was formally announced that the Marquette women's basketball team had found their new headcoach Cara Consuegra. After a brief stint in the WNBA, Consuegra became an assistant at Marquette from 2004-2011, before spending 13 years as the head coach at Charlotte and amassing a 225-169 record.
Consuegra’s return is new start for MUWBB

Apr 23, 2024 | marquettewire.org | Conor McPherson

On Wednesday, April 17, it was formally announced that the Marquette women’s basketball team had found their new headcoach Cara Consuegra. After a brief stint in the WNBA, Consuegra became an assistant at Marquette from 2004-2011, before spending 13 years as the head coach at Charlotte and amassing a 225-169 record. Marquette valued her history with the program in itsdecision. After Duffy’s departure, they were in dire need of a veteran presence that could jumpstart the rebuild.
JOURNAL: Swimming Upstream

Apr 20, 2024 | marquettewire.org | Conor McPherson

Whether or not you believe that human activity is the leading cause of climate change, there is unequivocal evidence that the world and its oceans are warming. The oceans are already almost a full degree warmer than they were in 1970. Fishing, more specifically lobster fishing, has a rich history that dates back to in Maine, like the Abenaki and Passamaquoddy, using sticks and nets to catch and eat lobster.
Lights out: Kam Jones takes the reins

Apr 16, 2024 | marquettewire.org | Conor McPherson

Amid the news of seniorsTyler Kolek and Oso Ighodaro declaring for the NBA Draft, Marquette’s junior guard Kam Jones announced on his Instagram that he was coming back. Jones has been the starting shooting guard in one of the best backcourts in the country for the past two seasons. With Kolek being draft-bound, Jones will have the unique chance to lead the team next year and put up even bigger numbers than before.
MUWBB needs to rebuild

Apr 9, 2024 | marquettewire.org | Conor McPherson

After five seasons at the helm of the Marquette women’s basketball team, now former head coach Megan Duffy is out and moving on to the same role at Virginia Tech. Duffy led Marquette to three NCAA Tournaments and was the fastest coach to get to 100 wins. The team is going through heavy changes and not just at the head coaching spot. Starters Mackenzie Hare and Lisa Karlen both entered the transfer portalafter Hare averaged 14 points per game and Karlen 18 respectively.
The MLB doesn’t need unnecessary change

Mar 5, 2024 | marquettewire.org | Conor McPherson

Slow, long and boring are three words that many would use to describe the current state of baseball. Formerly thought of as America’s pastime, baseball has been on the decline since the 1980s. The MLB seems to be losing traction across the country with less young people tuning in than ever and should attempt to revitalize its popularity before irreversible damage is done.