Meet the women transforming Northern Irish theatre

Clockwise from top left: director Emily Foran; comedian, actor and playwright Diona Doherty; artistic director of Prime Cut Productions, Emma Jordan; artistic director of Kabosh Theatre Company, Paula McFetridge. Photos: Niall McAleer; Rebekah Hutchinson; Prime Cut Productions; Chad Alexander
Distinct waves of women writers and directors have emerged during different decades in Northern Irish theatre. Those on the crest of the current surge talk to Michael Quinn about the systemic problems that have drowned out female voices not just on the country’s stages, but in the nation at large. This time, can the tide finally be turned forever?
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