Announcing MFA in Theatre Producing Tutors
Some of the most talented producers, artistic directors and arts consultants at work today are joining us as tutors in September. Applications close on June 30th!
We are thrilled to announce some of the tutors that will be joining us at The Lir Academy to teach on our new MFA in Theatre Producing this coming September - applications close on June 30th.
Joining our Course Director, Matt Smyth will be these industry leaders below - and we have a few more names to come. The course will also be supplemented with guest speakers. You can see full details on everyone listed below at this link here in the Master in Fine Art Theatre Producing section.
Cian O'Brien
Cian runs his own production, touring and consultancy company COBA: Cian O’Brien Arts. Previous to that, Cian was Artistic Director of Project Arts Centre and a freelance producer.
Claire O'Neill
Claire is a Producer and Arts Manager. She has held a variety of managerial and production roles over the last 15 years and is the Creative Producer for Paul Curley and Julie Sharkey
Emer McGowan
Emer McGowan has over 30 years of experience working in the arts sector and is the Director of Draíocht in Blanchardstown.
Loughlin Deegan
Loughlin Deegan was the founding Director of The Lir Academy, he has been a member of The Arts Council/An Chomhairle Ealaíon and is an established artistic director and producer.
Niamh O'Donnell
Niamh has over 30 years professional experience in the arts sector and has been Director of Irish Theatre Institute since April 2022.
Tilly Taylor
Tilly is a Dublin-based independent producer working across theatre, dance, film and multidisciplinary performance.
Tom Lawlor
Tom is a consultant linking audiences and brands with Ireland's leading cultural innovators, events, arts organisations and festivals.