Award-winning underwater filmmaker to bring new show to Kildare entertainment venue
Documentary filmmaker and ocean conservationist Ken O’Sullivan previously worked alongside the legendary broadcaster David Attenborough
An award-winning underwater filmmaker will bring his brand-new show to a popular entertainment venue located in County Kildare.
Documentary filmmaker and ocean conservationist Ken O’Sullivan will return to the Riverbank Arts Centre in Newbridge with his new show, ‘Stories From The Sea’.
As part of his new show, Ken aims to bring the audience on his 25-year journey exploring the North Atlantic Ocean and seas around Ireland, with stories, video pieces and personal insights into his experiences documenting the sea.
From being surrounded by a pod of killer whales, to swimming with thousands of dolphins and fin and blue whales, the largest animals ever to have lived, Ken will relay to the audience a plethora of stories highlighting the beauty of the natural world.
Ken’s show will feature a mix of film and stories from Ken’s 20 plus year long career.
In addition, he will pay homage to his family’s 250-year history on Fenit Island, County Kerry, as well as Ireland’s overall maritime culture.
ADDITIONAL WORKS
Ken has also donated his documentaries to education, where they now feature on the secondary school exam curriculum within the Junior Cycle Geography and Business Studies courses.
He has produced more than twenty natural history documentaries for RTÉ, his last series, ‘North Atlantic’, was acquired by BBC and later broadcast in over 30 countries.
Ken also featured alongside legendary broadcaster David Attenborough in BBC Earth’s ‘Stunning Underwater Nature Footage’, which has around 7 million views on YouTube.
He has also written a book, ‘Stories From The Deep’ , which explores Ken’s animal encounters and his life as a film maker.
‘Stories From The Sea’ will take place inside the Riverbank Arts Centre on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 8pm.
Tickets are priced €18 / €16 / €12 and can be booked through the Box Office, either in person or by telephone on 045 448 327, Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5pm (closed for lunch 2pm to 2.30pm) and Saturday from 10am to 1pm.
Tickets can also be booked 24 / 7 on www.riverbank.ie.
It should be noted that online tickets subject to €1.50 booking fee per ticket.