THE THEATRE BLOG
Welcome to the Louth Riverhead Theatre Blog – your backstage pass to all things theatre!
Here, we’ll be lifting the curtain on the magic that happens both on and off the stage. Expect behind-the-scenes insights into our productions, spotlights on our amazing volunteers, updates from the local theatre scene, and plenty of stories from our wonderful community. Whether you're a seasoned performer, a lifelong audience member, or simply theatre-curious, there’s something here for you.
Stay tuned as we celebrate creativity, connection, and the joy of live performance—right here at the heart of Louth.
Scratch Night 2025: James Sweeney’s Make It Count Heads to the Stage
For the past 14 years, the Scratch Night has been a launchpad for new writing, showcasing fresh talent and producing, fittingly, 14 brand new plays (well, 13 and one in the making now). This month’s event saw a clear winner: James Sweeney, whose play Make It Count captured the audience and judges alike, winning by a landslide. With the play now set to be developed into a full production in June 2026, we sat down with James to learn more about his journey, his writing, and his experience with the Writers Workshop.
14th Annual Scratch Night: Why We’re Proud, and Why You Should Be Too!
As the 14th Annual Louth Riverhead Theatre Scratch Night approaches, we wanted to take a moment to share what makes this project so special. It’s a night we look forward to every single year, not just because of the fantastic talent on display, but because of the doors it opens for local writers and the way it connects our community.