Roe v. Wade next month.What they’ll find is that artists played a sizable role in advancing the Irish repeal effort, many of whom committed to creating art tackling the issue of reproductive issues and rights.Among those taking up the charge was young Irish playwright Eva O’Connor, who wrote Maz & Bricks, “a passionate, funny, and touching play,” offering “a timely, compelling look at the human side of a complicated issue.”It’s set at a “Repeal the 8th” rally in Dublin circa 2017, where the play’s two young leads meet cute, and then develop an unlikely bond as the day unfolds, in a way that will go on to change each other in ways they never thought possible.Solas Nua, the D.C.-based contemporary Irish arts organization whose name means New Light in Irish, will stage a production of O’Connor’s play starring Emily Kester as Maz and Jonathan Feuer as Bricks, and directed by the company’s Rex Daugherty.“While abortion is one of the most polarizing topics in our society, this play isn’t a debate,” says Daugherty.
WarnerMedia’s Polly Cochrane to Step Down as EVP & Country Manager, U.K. & Ireland
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K.J. Yossman Polly Cochrane, WarnerMedia’s EVP and Country Manager for U.K. and Ireland, is stepping down, she revealed today.
She will stay on in her role until a successor is found before moving to a portfolio career with a remit for coaching and mentoring senior executives and new talent.Cochrane has been at the company in senior management roles for 13 years, having joined in 2009 as SVP of group marketing.In that role, she pioneered a “lifecycle marketing approach” encompassing intellectual property, brands and franchises across films, TV series, games, consumer products and experiences.Five years later, she oversaw expansion and growth of the Wizard World franchise after taking on responsibility for management and global development. In 2020, Cochrane acceded to the position of Country Manager for the U.K. and Ireland, a role that included integrating Warner Bros.
and Turner across the U.K. and Ireland as well as implementing strategy.Priya Dogra, president and managing director at Warner Bros. Discovery EMEA (ex.
Poland), who is currently overseeing the Discovery and WarnerMedia merger across territories, will announce Cochrane’s replacement in the near future. “Polly is a gifted executive whose impact on our business has been nothing short of extraordinary,” said Dogra. “Her vision for creating an integrated marketing function across numerous lines of business, as well as developing and maintaining sustainable brands and franchises, has been replicated across the company’s global operations.
Love Island microbiologist Dami Hope calls himself a 'verified playboy'
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Mura Masa announces new album ‘demon time’ and drops futuristic single ‘blessing me’
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Dublin-based alt-pop star EFE returns with new single Lime
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Hannah Kent’s ‘The Good People’ Sets Adaptation at Australia’s Aquarius Films, Ireland’s Port Pictures (EXCLUSIVE)
Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefBusy Australian production company Aquarius Films has partnered with Irish production company Port Pictures to produce the feature film, “The Good People.” The film is based on the award-winning novel by Hannah Kent, who also wrote the adapted screenplay.“The Good People” is set in 19th century Ireland at a time when the Catholic church was waging war against pagan beliefs. It sees three women conspire to free a young boy from evil spirits.“The Good People” is an examination of absolute belief and superstition.
Harry Styles swoops into seventh week at Number 1 in Ireland with As It Was as Lizzo edges closer to the top
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Sky Soccer Makes Transfer Window Doc Order; Princess Diana Doc; Belgian Drama Sells — Global Briefs
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Warner Bros Discovery UK & Ireland Country Manager Polly Cochrane To Step Down After 13 Years
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Lucy McWilliams unveils her new track The Woman In Me (demo) ahead of The Great Escape Dublin
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Creative Collaboration: Irish Animation Industry Opens Doors To Northern Ireland-Based Production Companies
While this week’s local elections in the UK have led to increased speculation about the future of Ireland’s borders, the region’s animation industry has come together to increase opportunities for creativity and collaboration.
Historic election result in Northern Ireland as Sinn Fein wins most seats for first time
Sinn Fein has become the biggest party at Stormont for the first time after it gained 27 seats in the Northern Ireland Assembly election, pushing the DUP into second place.
Celine Dion postpones tour again amid ongoing health battles
Gallery: ‘Jeen-Yuhs’ : 10 revelations from Kanye West’s Netflix documentary (BANG Showbiz)The UK tour dates are now: March 2023: 26: Birmingham, Utilita Arena 27: Birmingham, Utilita Arena 30: Dublin, Ireland, 3Arena 31: Dublin, Ireland, 3Arena April 2023: 2: Glasgow, Scotland - OVO Hydro 3: Glasgow, Scotland - OVO Hydro 5: Manchester, England - AO Arena Manchester 6: Manchester, England - AO Arena Manchester 10: London, England - The O2 11: London, England - The O2