On The Fringe with Gemma Delaney: Dance, Pride and Emerging Design Talent in Waterford Waterford's vibrant arts and culture scene takes centre stage on this week's edition of On The Fringe with Gemma Delaney, proudly sponsored by Waterford Panto Society. The programme shines a spotlight on three exciting upcoming events that celebrate dance, creativity, diversity and emerging artistic talent across the city. From innovative contemporary dance performances to a unique Pride event and an inspiring student design exhibition, this week's guests offer listeners an insight into some of the most exciting cultural happenings taking place in Waterford over the coming weeks. Dance Scratch Night Returns to Garter Lane Arts Centre First on the programme, Gemma is joined by Rachel Ní Bhraonáin to discuss the highly anticipated Dance Scratch Night taking place at Garter Lane Arts Centre on May 30th. Dance Scratch Night provides a platform for emerging choreographers and dancers to present new works in progress, giving audiences a unique opportunity to experience fresh ideas and innovative performances before they reach full production. The event has become a popular fixture on Waterford's arts calendar, offering an exciting glimpse into the creative process behind contemporary dance. Rachel explains what audiences can expect from this year's showcase, highlighting the diverse range of performances and artistic voices that will be featured throughout the evening. Whether you're a long-time dance enthusiast or simply curious about contemporary performance, Dance Scratch Night promises a memorable and engaging cultural experience. The event also plays an important role in supporting emerging artists, helping to nurture creative talent and strengthen Waterford's growing reputation as a hub for the performing arts. Pride of the Déise Presents Confined Spaces Gemma also catches up with Natasha Everitt to discuss Confined Spaces, an exciting event forming part of this year's Pride of the Déise celebrations at Garter Lane Arts Centre on May 28th. The event promises an immersive and thought-provoking experience that explores themes of identity, expression and community. As Pride celebrations continue to grow across Waterford, Confined Spaces offers audiences an opportunity to engage with contemporary artistic work in a welcoming and inclusive environment. During the interview, Natasha shares details about the inspiration behind the event and explains what attendees can expect on the night. She also reveals plans for a live DJ set that will help create an energetic and celebratory atmosphere following the event. Confined Spaces is expected to attract audiences from across the region and forms an important part of the wider Pride of the Déise programme, which continues to promote visibility, creativity and inclusivity throughout Waterford. Emerging Designers Showcase Their Creativity Rounding off this week's programme, Gemma speaks with Stacey Bond, Class Representative for the BA (Hons) Visual Communication programme at College Street. Stacey discusses the upcoming Design Degree Showcase Exhibition, which will be on display at Waterford Central Library from May 27th until June 26th. The exhibition will feature work from graduating students, showcasing a diverse range of creative projects developed throughout their studies. Visitors can expect to see innovative graphic design, branding, illustration, digital media and visual communication projects that demonstrate the creativity, technical skill and fresh perspectives of the next generation of designers. The exhibition provides an excellent opportunity for the public, industry professionals and fellow creatives to support emerging talent while gaining insight into contemporary design practice. It also highlights the important role that creative education continues to play in fostering innovation and artistic excellence in Waterford. Tune In Tonight This week's edition of On The Fringe with Gemma Delaney offers listeners a fascinating look at some of the exciting arts and cultural events happening across Waterford. From contemporary dance and Pride celebrations to emerging design talent, the programme showcases the creativity and diversity that continues to thrive throughout the region. Tune in to On The Fringe with Gemma Delaney tonight from 6.10pm for all the interviews, insights and event previews. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.