
RTÉ Radio Drama's audio theatre department has for decades proudly brought audiences the very best dramatic writing and performances for radio from Ireland. Listen every Sunday night at 8pm at RTÉ Radio 1, visit rte.ie/dramaonone for more.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 514 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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Listening to these interesting & entertaining radio plays is the best way to do mundane chores such as the one listed in the title. Polishing is also recommended, as is a long drive . Cooking can work too if the frying onions don’t cover the sound.
I did used to mow on my sit on tractor while listening. Until my phone got eaten up by said mower…
The quality of these plays is terrific, Well done
What an amazing Drama site. It is simply one of the finest places to find brilliant pieces of work that are not only educational but thought provoking and entertaining. What an awesome achievement from
RTÉ and the writers, contributors, directors, producers, actors and IT folks. Simply Awesome.
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This series centers on high-quality radio dramas and theatrical audio pieces, often blending storytelling with music, sound design, and performance. Episodes explore memory, identity, and community through intimate character portraits, social themes, and culturally rooted narratives—frequently with an Irish setting and historical or contemporary resonance. Guests include acclaimed actors, writers, and performers who bring rich, nuanced performances, while productions range from intimate solo pieces to large ensemble casts with strong narrative throughlines. The emphasis on craft, atmosphere, and emotional texture makes it a compelling platform for audiences who value theatre-informed audio storytelling and culturally specific storytelling, ... more
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Recent guests on Drama On One include:
1. Roger Gregg
2. Katie Honan
3. Tom Hickey
4. Jane Brennan
5. Anita Reeves
6. Barry McGovern
7. David Herlihy
8. Philippe Sands
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