Drama of the Week - Now That Summer's Coming by Deirdre Anna Rose Kelly

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An original short story specially commissioned by BBC Radio 4 to mark Bealtaine, the Gaelic festival heralding the beginning of summer traditionally held on the first day of May. Written and read by Deirdre Anna Rose Kelly.

The Author.
Deirdre Anna Rose Kelly is a writer from Donegal, who lives in Belfast. She is a member of the Duncairn Arts Centre's Creative Collective. She has read her work on stage and on BBC Radio Ulster.

Writer: Deirdre Anna Rose Kelly
Reader: Deirdre Anna Rose Kelly
Producer: Michael Shannon

A BBC Audio Northern Ireland Production for BBC Radio 4.

Published on Friday, 1st May 2026.

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