Notice: There are currently gaps in the database affecting plays from mid 2023, 2024 and mid 2025 due to a technical issue. We are working to resolve this as quickly as possible and appreciate your patience in the meantime.

Home | About | Contact Us

The Arts Council Playography Na Gaeilge

People

Brian Foster

-

Brian has been writing for theatre for over 20 years. His first professional production was 'The Butterfly of Killybegs', produced by Belfast’s Lyric Theatre. His best known play, 'Maire-A Woman of Derry', is the most successful play in the history of local theatre, and has played in Ireland, England, Canada and America to a combined audience of 40,000. Brian has also worked for BBC Northern Ireland doing feature film script development. He also runs occasional ‘writing for theatre’ master classes.

Playwriting Credits

Play Title Playwright
A Miracle in Ballymore Brian Foster
From the Camp to the Creggan Brian Foster
Maire: A Woman of Derry Brian Foster
The Butterfly of Killybegs Brian Foster

Director

Play Title Playwright
Maire: A Woman of Derry Brian Foster