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Longford's Darren Yorke on creating theatre for children

Jun 11, 2025 15:45
By Shannonside News
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Longford's Darren Yorke on creating theatre for children

A Longford actor and director is highlighting the importance of creating theatre for children.

Darren York creates shows for younger audiences with a focus on comedy, the visual arts and accessibility.

The Longford creator says that having children not just enjoying theatre but involved in its creation is incredible from them.

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Darren Yorke is currently directing and acting in Fancy Dan in the Temperance Hall in Longford Town.

The show tells the story of a community radio show on location in the town hall go hilariously wrong.

Daniel Considine spoke to Darren after the premiere over the weekend:

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