Druid auditorium to be renamed Mick Lally theatre
Galway Bay fm newsroom - Galway based Druid is to offer a residency scheme for young theatre makers.
The world renowned theatre company also announced plans to rename the auditorium at its building in Flood street as the Mick Lally theatre.
Mick Lally, one of the country's best known actors, was a founding member of the Galway theatre company.
He passed away a few years ago, and was still taking on acting roles until shortly before his death.
Speaking on Galway Talks, Artistic director Garry Hynes said the theatre will also become a resource, with a six week residency scheme.