Comedian Deirdre O’Kane is set to host the Irish Film And Television Awards for a sixth year – as nominees will be announced on March 7.
The IFTAS has announced details of the upcoming 20th Anniversary IFTA Awards ceremony, which will take place on Sunday, 7 May in Dublin.
Deirdre returns as host for the first in-person awards ceremony since 2018.
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Speaking about this year's event, O'Kane said: "What an honour to be hosting this milestone 20th Anniversary Awards, and what a golden year we're having for Irish talent across the globe.
“IFTA has championed the best of Ireland for the past 20 years, showcasing new talent coming through, putting the international spotlight on our home industry, our storytelling, our skill and our craft.
“It’s so important to reward Irish talent here at home, and I’m very proud to play my part in recognising their work and presenting them with Irish Academy Awards for excellence in their achievements.”
Last year's IFTA Best Film winner, An Cailín Ciúin won seven IFTA awards plus the Rising Star award. It has gone on to make history as the first Irish-language feature film to be nominated for an Oscar in the Best International Feature category.
The awards will be hosted at the new Dublin Royal Convention Centre and RTÉ will broadcast the ceremony and highlights from the IFTA red carpet and backstage.
Nominations are due to be announced on March 7.
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