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Laois Macra's National Capers Final will see music and laughter in Mountmellick

Originally to take place on February 1, the night was rescheduled due to a power outage

Laois Macra's National Capers Final will see music and laughter in Mountmellick

Pictured: Laois Macra ready for the Capers Final, 2025

Reporter:

Hannah Cahill

25 Feb 2025 8:53 PM

Email:

hannah.cahill@leinsterexpress.ie

The highly anticipated Macra Capers final will take place this March, with teams from Laois, Kilkenny and Tipperary ready to take part.
Originally scheduled for February 1st, Laois Macra postponed the event due to a power outage in Mountmellick.
The unexpected cancellation was met with great disappointment from both the competing teams and their supporters, who had eagerly anticipated the event.
However, the excitement is back as the event has now been rescheduled to take place on Saturday, March 1st, at 7:30pm at Mountmellick Arts Centre, promising a night packed with laughter, music, and high-energy performances.
Six teams – Callan, Kilkenny City, South Tipperary, Insane, Freemount, and Mountmellick – will battle it out for the coveted top prize, showcasing their 20-minute variety shows filled with comedy, dance, poetry, and light entertainment.
 
Pictured: Macra na Feirme's National Capers Final 2025 poster
Each performance will bring something unique to the stage, ensuring there's something for everyone in the audience.
Mountmellick will represent Laois in this exciting competition, with a talented team of 15 eager performers ready to showcase their creativity and energy.
Their show, "Un-laois'd: The Olympic Dream," combines sport-themed comedy, poetry about achieving peace, instrumental music, and much more, reflecting the team's passion and dedication.
The Mountmellick team delivered a stellar performance at the semi-final on January 11th in Graiguenamanagh, Co. Kilkenny, and now look forward to bringing their best to the All Ireland final.
The Mountmellick team members are:
Amy Strong
Nathan Flanagan
Aoife Oxley
Michéal Kilheeny
Alanah Conroy
Katelyn Dempsey
Ciara Hennessy
Sorcha Hartnett
Aoife Mallon
Kellie Fox
Zoe Dempsey
Niamh Feighery
Conan Kirwan
Sophie Ahern
Sue Le Blanc Meredith
The show is produced by Colette Cashin and AC Reynolds, choreographed by Louise Ahern, with backstage support from Chris Joyce, Adam Fitzpatrick, and Kevin Scott. Lighting is provided by Patrick Ahern and Larry Ryan.
Tickets for the event are €15, and both cash and card payments will be accepted at the door.
"This is an event you won't want to miss, as it promises to be a night of top-tier entertainment, community spirit, and plenty of fun!" organisers said.
"Come out and support the Mountmellick team and all the talented competitors at the Macra Capers final on Saturday, March 1st – a brilliant night of entertainment is guaranteed!" Laois Macra finished.

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