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As a playwright, she co-authored the acclaimed An Lasair Choille with poet Michael Hartnett. Alongside her remarkable writings, Caitlín Maude was a prominent figure in the Irish-language revival movement.
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Critics have praised its compassion for the poor and marginalised, its honest portrayal of urban life, and its avoidance of romanticising rural life.
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Ní Dhomhnaill's poem ‘The Language Issue’ explains her decision not to write in English by comparing her poems to a fragile boat, such as the one that carried Moses to the Pharaoh’s daughter.
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ICYMI Have a read of our January 2026 edition of the #STNewsletter. Themed 'Politically Engaged Theatre', this month's We Admire section covers figures such as playwrights Caryl Churchill, Brian Friel, and Lorraine Hansberry
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The January 2026 edition of the #STNewsletter is out now! Themed 'Politically Engaged Theatre', this month's We Admire section covers figures such as playwrights Caryl Churchill, Brian Friel, and Lorraine Hansberry + articles by Mary Moynihan. Read here: smashingtimes.ie/wp-content/u...
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#STNewsletter The upcoming January edition, published on Thursday 15, is themed Politically Engaged Theatre. Its 10 We Admire section inc playwrights Caryl Churchill, Seán O’Casey, and Lorraine Hansberry.
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In many of her works, she writes about spirits that help people, and whose energy is bodiless and has no form. Drawing from shamanism, her esoteric point of view has improved her own life and the lives of many.
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His album Union features collabs with many artists, reinforcing themes of solidarity, resistance & healing. Dempsey voices struggle, resilience & hope, and he continues to be a lively presence in modern Irish music.
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Valiente was known to be a strong supporter and advocate for feminism and women’s rights. Her attitude attracted many people, particularly women, to the religion.
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Light is a predominant theme to her pieces, which comes from Pagan beliefs on the importance of light, and also the Celtic belief of the sun as being a powerful deity that brings life and fertility to the land.
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#ST10WeAdmire Karolina Balcer (born 1992) is a Polish artist whose work combines personal narrative, mental health advocacy, and a distinct visual language grounded in textiles and installation.
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#ST10WeAdmire American musician Xenia Rubinos crafts sonic landscapes with both political and emotional urgency. Her music is a vibrant mix of R&B, punk, jazz, that examines themes of bodily autonomy, mental health, and resilience
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‘Art holds the power to ignite the flame in our hearts and transform our minds. Art reveals the beauty as well as the horror of the human condition. Through art we are given the key to connect to a higher purpose.' – Renée Phillips
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In another standout work, Welfare System Casino, O’Hara designed a carnival-style installation where visitors spun a wheel to “win” medical appointment or disability benefit, reflecting the cruelty of health access.
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