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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 1d

Ann Russell and Gerry O'Brien at the unveiling of the plaque to the late Deirdre O'Connell at the former Focus Theatre.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 5d

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 20d

At the recent Zebbies, Equity President Gerry O'Brien and Vice-President Jessica Freed presented the Zebbies 25 Winner of Best Theatre Script Award to Sheena Lambert!

Left to right, Jessica Freed, Sheena Lambert, Gerry O'Brien.

The three stand to the side of a stage, with a yellow banner that reads 'Zebbie Awards' in black behind them.
Jessica wears a purpley/pinky top with black foliage morifs. She has short, dark hair. Her arm is behind Sheena's back, and she smiles to the camera.
Sheena is wearing a gold top with a texture pattern and holding a small, black case. She has blonde hair in an up-do. She has her free arm behind Jessica and smiles directly to the camera.
Gerry wears a browny/greeny tweed suit and waistcoat over a similarly coloured shirt. He has strawberry blond and greying hair and beard. He stands slightly sideways on with his arms behind his back and smiles to the camera.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 24d

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Irish Equity have also included a structure that would see the #BIA extended and expanded that would ensure its sustainability.

I urge you to read the document which is available at the link below and to join the debate."

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#UnionStrong #JoinYourUnion

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 24d

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It also recommends greater investment opportunities in the live sector to encourage private sector and local investment to enhance the financial support from the #ArtsCouncil and #LocalAuthority support.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 24d

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The document lays out Irish Equity’s recommendations for the coming year.

These include ensuring your rights under copyright legislation in the audio visual sector are fully complied with.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 24d

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Regarding our Pre-Budget Submission, Gerry O'Brien, President of #IrishEquity has said:

"Irish Equity has submitted a pre-budget submission to the government in the run up to the finance debate due in a couple of weeks, 7th October 2025.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 27d

Our Pre-budget submission is now available as a pdf:

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Sep 9

Fund Trustee Owen talks about the Irish Equity Support fund.

Apologies re captions. Please message for support if you would normally use them.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Sep 3

Thank you to everyone who completed the Irish Equity survey. We were delighted with the response which we are in the process of analysing. We will have a report to share by the end of next week.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 20

Thank you so much to everyone who has taken the time to fill in our survey.

If there's anyone who didn't quite get to it yet, or if there are other colleagues who might not have seen it, please could you take a few moments to fill it out & share it with all your colleagues in the industry.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 10

Thank you so much to all who've filled out the survey so far.
The info we're gaining helps so much in our work towards improved pay & conditions for everyone.

Please do keep sharing the survey link with all your colleagues (members or not yet), it still helps!

www.surveymonkey.com/r/irishactor...

Survey on Life and Work Experiences of Actors in Ireland

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 14

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Message from Irish Equity President Gerry O'Brien. To all my Irish Equity colleagues, I want to thank all of you who have taken the time to fill out our industry survey. We have had an excellent...

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 10

Thank you so much to all who've filled out the survey so far.
The info we're gaining helps so much in our work towards improved pay & conditions for everyone.

Please do keep sharing the survey link with all your colleagues (members or not yet), it still helps!

www.surveymonkey.com/r/irishactor...

Survey on Life and Work Experiences of Actors in Ireland

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 9

Our team on the ground at the St John Summer Prom at Trim Castle today.

L-R:
Irish Equity Vice President, Jessica Freed; President of the Musicians' Union, Niamh Parsons; Equity Member, Jemma Curran; SIPTU Liaison, Robbie Purfield; Irish Equity Trustee & Exec Ann Russell.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 9

In other news: We're thrilled with the early response level to our survey. Thank you so much to everyone who has contributed so far.

Please keep encouraging all your performer colleagues working in Ireland to fill it out, whether they are members or not. The more people, the more accurate our info.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 9

Equity Executive Ann is at Trim Castle today representing us all & supporting the King John Summer Prom.

If you've been following our socials you'll know that the event includes a fundraiser towards the Irish Equity Support fund.

For other news, see beneath...

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A picture of Trim Castle sent by our representative on the ground.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 8

We would ask you to please complete this & share it with actors you know who might not be members of Irish Equity yet.

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Survey on Life and Work Experiences of Actors in Ireland

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 8

To all members of Irish Equity,

You will have received a link to a survey that we are conducting on the life & work experience of actors in Ireland.

Info from this survey will help us push for the protections, conditions & recognition that performers deserve.

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Survey on Life and Work Experiences of Actors in Ireland

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 6

sincerest condolences to all who knew him.

May he rest in Peace."

~ Gerry O'Brien
President, Irish Equity

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 6

idealistic priest. Again finding that nuanced humanity in the midst of pain & struggle of Dubliners during the 1913 lockout.

'Strumpet City' has lost another of its treasured citizens.

On behalf of the Executive & Membership of Irish Equity I offer deepest sympathies to his family &

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 6

"I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Frank Grimes.

Frank was a fine performer who brought a sense of vulnerability &, as a result, a humanity to all his performances. I had the great good fortune to have been a cast member of 'Strumpet City' where Frank played the young & rather

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 1

To All Irish Equity Members:

Name change -

The Irish Equity Benevolent Fund's name has been changed to the
*Irish Equity Support Fund*

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 1

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Mel Gibson to visit Meath as part of 30th anniversary celebrations for Braveheart

Award-winning Hollywood actor Mel Gibson will return to Trim, Co. Meath next month for the King John Summer Prom running from August 8-10.

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 1

Eric, brother of the late Séan Lawlor, is very generously donating the proceeds from the sale of the 30th anniversary signed Braveheart posters to the Equity Support Fund.

For full details of the weekend entertainment, see:
http:www.kjsummerprom.ie/

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Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · Aug 1

On 8th, 9th & 10th Aug, there will be a celebration of the 30th anniversary of #Braveheart. This event in #Trim, #CoMeath is being organised by Eric Lawlor.

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www.independent.ie/regionals/me...

Mel Gibson to visit Meath as part of 30th anniversary celebrations for Braveheart

Award-winning Hollywood actor Mel Gibson will return to Trim, Co. Meath next month for the King John Summer Prom running from August 8-10.

www.independent.ie

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