Barry Fitzgerald
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Sep 23, 2026
Fran CurryHOST
Um, Timmy Hammersley will talk to us about a united Ireland.
Fran CurryHOST
We'll hear from the great-grandnephew of the famous Irish actors and brothers Barry Fitzgerald and Arthur Shields.
Fran CurryHOST
And, of course, if you're a fan of "The Quiet Man," uh, you'll be aware of those two wonderful, uh, character actors.
Fran CurryHOST
So I'm looking forward to that because he's bringing a show, uh, to the source in Thurles.
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Fran CurryHOST
We can find that out, uh, for you.
Fran CurryHOST
083-311-3311.
Fran CurryHOST
Now, The Quiet Men is a one-man biographical play written and performed by Morgan C. Jones, celebrating his great-granduncles, the famous Irish actors and brothers, Barry Fitzgerald and Arthur Shields.
Fran CurryHOST
Now, the production is coming to the, uh, Source Arts Centre, uh, tomorrow at, uh, 2:00 PM, and Morgan C. Jones joins me now.
Scott CarterHOST
Here's what it reminded me of.
Scott CarterHOST
Going my way and Bing Crosby singing Tora Lora Lora to Barry Fitzgerald, thinking he's lullabied him to sleep with one of the most famous voices in America.
Scott CarterHOST
And then he gets to the door and he looks back and Barry Fitzgerald winks at him.
Scott CarterHOST
So tell us your story because that's what it reminded me of.
Bill CainGUEST
Well, one thing, Bells of St. Mary and Going My Way, when I was doing Nothing Sacred, I went back and looked at them.
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Eve ArdenSOUNDBITE_SPEAKER
The rest of the day to yourself, Barry Fitzgerald.
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Eve ArdenSOUNDBITE_SPEAKER
We haven't much to offer today in the way of breakfast, Walter, but-
Catriona CroweHOST
They also took the chairs out of the orchestra pit and threw them on the stage.
Catriona CroweHOST
Barry Fitzgerald hit a dig at a fella who got up on the stage and knocked him back into the audience.
Catriona CroweHOST
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Diarmaid FerriterHOST
Fitzgerald was one of the actors on
SimonHOST
Her portrayal of a young woman striving for independence and happiness is both relatable and endearing.
SimonHOST
Barry Fitzgerald adds a touch of humour and charm as Uncle Jack, whose presence in the Hurley household adds another layer of complexity to the family dynamics.
SimonHOST
The film's direction by Richard Brooks is marked by a blend of realism and melodrama, capturing the essence of a working-class family grappling with the pressures of societal norms.
SimonHOST
While the film may not reach the same heights as Chayefsky's earlier works like Marty, it remains a compelling exploration of the human condition, highlighting the universal themes of love, sacrifice and the pursuit of happiness.
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Connie BrooksVOICE_ACTOR
The rest of the day to yourself, Barry Fitzgerald.
speaker_2UNKNOWN
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Connie BrooksVOICE_ACTOR
We haven't much to offer today in the way of breakfast, Walter, but-
SimonHOST
The film's unsentimental depiction of these men, who are far from traditional heroes, highlights their resilience and sense of duty.
SimonHOST
The ensemble cast, including Barry Fitzgerald as Cocky and Wilfred Lawson as the Captain, delivers compelling performances that bring depth to their characters.
SimonHOST
While John Wayne's role is relatively minor, his portrayal of Oll adds a layer of innocence and vulnerability to the film.
SimonHOST
The screenplay, adapted by Dudley Nichols, seamlessly weaves together the four plays, creating a cohesive narrative that captures the essence of O'Neill's work.