Ardmore Studios becomes an official partner of the Wicklow Stories Film Festival.

We are delighted to announce the partnership between the Wicklow Stories Film Festival and Ardmore Studios - Ireland's oldest and most iconic film studio. 

Ardmore Studios has been the base for many successful Irish and international productions and we are proud to be working with this local, Bray based institution with such rich heritage and strong ties with local people. 

"This is a very special collaboration based on a belief that Wicklow stories and the filmmakers are important ones to be heard and seen. Wicklow is often used, to pretend to be other locations, we want to celebrate Wicklow for what it is, its beauty, its people and its stories", says a spokesperson of the WSFF.

This year we are introducing a very special Ardmore Studio Recognition Award which will be announced and presented by Elaine Geraghty, Managing Director of Ardmore Studios during the evening show on Saturday, 12th October in the Whale Theatre. 

“Ardmore Studios has been a ‘resident’ of Wicklow since 1958.  We have a proud history of being part of the community since the gates opened and have seen generations of local families crew Film and TV productions over the years, and to this day. Ardmore was very pleased to be invited to partner with the Wicklow Film Festival and together we will recognise and showcase the depth of local talent and creativity that we have on our doorstep. We hope that we will see some, or all, of these talented filmmakers bring their work to Ardmore in the future", reflects Managing Director of Ardmore Studios Elaine Geraghty.

“The fact that our submission rate soared by 300% on last year's numbers, surpassed our wildest expectations. It also reassured us in our initial, strong belief from 3 years ago, that there is a bigger need than ever for an independent Wicklow film festival to showcase these films, that perhaps otherwise would never get a chance to be appreciated by local audiences. These stories are extraordinary and we have an incredible lineup for you this year. The standard of submissions was extremely high and we are already thinking about expanding the festival next year to accommodate the growing amount of brilliant entries" 

Huge congratulations to the selected short movies:

NEXT, directed by Gerard Walsh

Wicklow - A Symphony of Light, directed by Rafal Rozalski

Where It All Began, directed by Alan Dunne

Alive Again, directed by Seán Treacy

Mourning, directed by Jackie Walsh

Take Care Now, directed by Richard Childs

Sonoma, directed by Brian Brennan

Ó Lá Go Lá, directed by Stu Teehan

Shiv. The Seanchaí of Greystones., directed by Tim Taylor

The intimate Whale Theatre in Greystones has been home to Wicklow Stories Film Festival for the last 2 years and we are very grateful to Ross McParland, Brian O’Regan, Nikki Barrie and their team for being a dream to work with. This festival wouldn’t be possible without their professionalism and the support of Greystones Town Team.

Tickets are selling fast especially for the very popular 8pm show. You can purchase them here to avoid disappointment (https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873647760)