The atmosphere was electric where 27 fabulous entrants took part in the Kildare Rose selection event at Barberstown Castle last Friday. They had a very busy schedule all day on Friday as they prepared for the show. Interviews were held during the day for each entrant followed by group interviews with the panel of judges consisting of Sarah Kearns (2016 Kilkenny Rose), John Marron (International Rose of Tralee Escort) and Ciara Lawlor from INTO Kildare. The crowd were assembling from 6pm to avail of good seats and to get prime position for the numerous signs and banners which were brought in support of all the Roses. The master of ceremonies for the evening was the hugely entertaining Marty Morrissey who entertained the audience all night long. He put his professional skills to good use and made all the Roses feel special and relaxed. The Roses were well looked after by former Rose of Tralee Escorts who assisted the Roses to and from the stage under the watchful eyes of floor manager on the night Peter Cooney The show got under way with the entrance and welcome to all the Roses. The Roses were all individually interviewed on stage for a five/six minutes and some even had enjoyable party pieces to entertain the many family and supporters there. Kildare's Rose, Ashleigh Byrne from Newbridge, says being crowned was 'like a dream come true' Steve Cronly, Director of Operations of the Rose of Tralee International Festival commented that “there can be only one ambassador selected but each Rose did themselves, their sponsors and their families proud on the night. A huge thank you to all entrants for the commitment to all the Rose events they attended over the past weeks and also to the sponsors who made it all possible. The raffle proceeds on the night were donated to the Jack n Jill Foundation with some fabulous prizes up for grabs . The best dressed lady and gentleman was announced followed by the selection of the best banner. The banners depicted a scene from winning streak and a lot of time and
PHOTO GALLERY: All the style from Kildare Rose selection night
