Panel Chair: Nimble Brain and Caustic Tongue: Mary Manning and the Legacy of Female Playwrights. Abbey Theatre.

Activity: Talk or presentationInvited talk

Description

Invited to chair panel at the Abbey Theatre featuring Dr Cathy Leeney and Dr Fergal Whelan for a post-show discussion exploring the work of playwright Mary Manning and the cultural context in which she wrote Youth’s the Season – ?. This conversation delved into Manning’s contributions to Irish theatre, while also reflecting on the broader historical trend of female playwrights being overlooked in the literary canon. The event considered how Manning’s legacy can be revived and celebrated, and explored how her work connects with ongoing efforts to elevate the voices of women in theatre today.
Period23 Apr 2025
Held atThe Abbey Theatre, National Theatre of Ireland, Ireland
Degree of RecognitionNational