Award of recognition sought for Athlone Little Theatre

A local councillor has called for an award of recognition for Athlone Little Theatre in recognition of the "top-quality drama" produced and staged by the group since its establishment in 1936.

Calling on the Municipal District to bestow such an honour on Athlone Little Theatre, Cllr Aengus O'Rourke said the group, now in its 90th year, has "always promoted and nurtured drama in Athlone for the enjoyment of locals and visitors to the town".

"Athlone Little Theatre has always been run successfully run by dedicated volunteers and the theatre embodies the very best of community spirit, bringing people together across all ages and backgrounds," Cllr O'Rourke said.

Supporting Cllr O'Rourke's motion for an award of recognition, Cllr John Gibbons said although he had been unaware that Athlone Little Theatre was celebrating 90 years, the group continued to bring "much valued entertainment to the community".

Cllr Frankie Keena said it had been a "pleasure and privilege" to have acted on the stage of Athlone Little Theatre in the past and complimented the "ongoing dedication" of the group to the local community since its foundation in 1936.

Offering his support for Cllr O'Rourke's motion, Cllr John Dolan said a lot of "unnoticed work" went into the staging of performances at "such a fine venue" and said it was "only fitting" that Athlone Little Theatre were acknowledged with an award of recognition for their work in the community.

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