DID YOU HEAR THE ONE ABOUT…?
Yes, did you hear the one about Write By The Sea 2018 featuring three of the most enthralling storytellers around?The programme does indeed include Margaret Galvin, Pat Jordan and Brendan Power. Wexford-based storyteller Galvin will offer one of her compelling sessions of wisdom tales to transport you to the unlikely stronghold of
Cursed Murphy to launch new single at write by the sea
In case you haven’t noticed, Cursed Murphy is the performing name of writer, spoken-word performer and occasional actor Peter Murphy, and his concluding performance at Write by the Sea 2018 will coincide with the release of his new single ‘Foxhole Prayer’. Peter has published two well-received novels, John the Revelator and Shall We Gather at
The visual side of write by the sea
Although the main focus of Write By The Sea has always been the written and spoken word, we do make room for the visual arts too. In previous years we’ve hosted sea-themed exhibitions of the paintings of renowned local resident Ivan Sutton and Kilmore Quay’s popular wildlife photographer Nicola Reddy. This year
ANOTHER FINE REVIEW FOR SHEILA LLEWELLYN
One of the key attractions for Write By The Sea 2018 will be the appearance of author Sheila Llewellyn who will discuss her recent novel Walking Wounded with Jackie Hayden. The novel was given yet another positive review last week in The Times whose reviewer described Walking Wounded as “shocking” and “moving”,
Women well-represented at write by the sea
The recent furore over the lack of women in the programme for this year’s Magill Summer School prompted us to have a look through our own programme for Write By The Sea. It turns out that out of the 44 contributors in our schedule, set out on this website, 21 are female.
RTÉ SUPPORTING WRITE BY THE SEA
We are delighted to receive confirmation from RTÉ that the broadcaster has accepted Write By The Sea as part of its invaluable “RTÉ Supporting The Arts” scheme. This is an exciting endorsement of our festival, and a terrific boost of confidence for our hard-working committee, sponsors, speakers and supporters. In due course
Write more, read more, and eat more fish!…
Don't forget that all weekend ticket holders for Write By The Sea 2018 are invited to attend the official launch reception on Friday evening, September 28th, where they can enjoy a complimentary buffet including award-winning seafood dishes and liquid refreshments. Book your weekend ticket now!!
We Totally agree with RTÉ!
The RTÉ website has a very useful listing of key literary festivals coming up in Ireland this year, and we’re very pleased to note that Write By The Sea is given a very prominent write-up.And how could we argue with RTÉ’s description that “The third annual literary-focused festival of this charming Co.
A RINGING ENDORSEMENT FROM DERVLA MURPHY FOR OUR FESTIVAL
"In the course of a very long life I’ve been to countless literary festivals, but Write By The Sea in Kilmore Quay is a very special experience. For several reasons – the beautiful and serene location, the quality of the welcome and the enthusiasm and keen questioning of the audience. I hope
More big names added to our wonderful programme!
Two of the most popular figures of Irish literature, John Banville and Jennifer Johnston, have been added to our programme for September.John Banville will be in conversation with Derek Hand, Head of the School of English in Dublin City University and the author of the book, John Banville: Exploring Fictions. Jennifer Johnston
