Barrytown

Full-Cast dramatisations of Roddy Doyle’s award winning novels with his iconic, well loved characters Roddy Doyle's storytelling takes center stage in this comprehensive collection of dramatisations. Known for his authentic portrayal of working-class Dublin life, Doyle's works are brought to life in this series, featuring the Barrytown trilogy — The Commitments , The Snapper , and The Van —as well as his latest novel Guts and the touching Not Just for Christmas . Listeners will follow the lives of the Rabbite family and other memorable characters, with each story capturing the essence of Dublin through genuine dialogue and relatable experiences. This collection offers a unique opportunity to experience Doyle's modern and eclectic storytelling, showcasing why he is one of Ireland's most influential contemporary writers. A cast including Ronan Rafterty, Gavin Friday, David Willmott, Aoife Duffin, Simon Delaney, Angeline Ball, Michael McElhatton, Barbara Bergin, Dawn Bradfield and more bring the world of Jimmy Rabbite to life.