A successful night of pub entertainment spun on a novel axis at the Gate in Youghal when the venue delivered an inaugural open mic night. Amongst a variety of performers who emerged to display their talents were singer/guitarists, a burgeoning stand-up comic and a young female san-nos singer. Not least innovative amongst the unexpected turns was a gentleman called Mohammed, who commandeered the jukebox and pool table to display his claim to be Michael Jackson’s natural successor! By Youghalonline.com reporter

Dungarvan Observer writer Christy Parker mc’d the occasion amidst contributions from his self-penned poetry and verse collection. Three members of Cork’s O’Bheal poetry group also flavoured the occasion, while local musician Dave Scully skilfully wove tunes to link the performances. Another open mic night is intended later this month.

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The Gate pub in South Main Street, Youghal will host an open mic night on Tuesday July 28th. Music, poetry, stories and general free expression within (or only barely outside) the libel laws were synonymous on such nights back when the old pub was known as the Clock and heavy rain could blow the electrics!

As then, all in attendance are invited to contribute.  Humourist poet Christy Parker, a recent guest at Lismore’s Immrama festival and Paul Casey, renowned poet from Cork’s  O’Bheal poetry group, plus other O’Bheal guests,  are also expected to perform. Music by Dave Scully.  Starts about 9.15