Film Ireland and Mayo-based production company HearFelt Drama, in partnership with the National Talent Academy for Film & TV Drama and Film Mayo, present a special live event at Ballina Arts Centre on 10th May: a celebration of Irish film, creativity, and industry insights from wonderful creatives with close links to the community.
Open to all, this event is particularly aimed at filmmakers, artists, students, film lovers, and creative professionals and will allow them to delve into the filmmaking process, from development to distribution. With discussions and firsthand accounts of accomplished careers, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the workings of film and TV production while exploring potential pathways to further their own creative careers.
Where: Ballina Arts Centre, Barrett St, Mullauns, Ballina, Co. Mayo
When: 1:45pm ticket collection / 2pm start on 10th May 2025
Tickets are free but limited, so register your place to avoid disappointment.
Mayo Stories Matter
At the heart of this event is the belief that “if you can see it, you can be it.” Our focus is to showcase the work of talented producers, creators and writers; celebrate creative voices and spotlight the wonderful work being achieved out of the West of Ireland.
Live Event: Discussions & Networking
The panels will be moderated by WGI Chair and HeartFelt Drama Founder / Director Jennifer Davidson.
Panel 1: Creative Voices from Mayo & Beyond
Ray Lawlor (Obituary)
Doireann Langford (Crá)
Mary Fox & Marty Thornton (Hidden Assets)
Jade Murphy (Screen Ireland)
Panel 2: Producing: People, Projects, Partnerships
Roisin Geraghty (A Want In Her, Sunlight)
Vanessa Gildea (IADT, Documentary & Film)
Gar O’Brien-Collins (Western Region Audiovisual Producers Fund)
Niamh Fagan (Screen Ireland)
Join us in Ballina Arts Centre on 10th May 2025, as we celebrate the work accomplished by local voices and the talent from the region in shaping the Irish screen industry.
This event is supported by WDM Entertainment and Creative Europe MEDIA Desk Galway. The National Talent Academy for Film & TV Drama is an initiative of Screen Ireland and is managed by Ardán. Film Mayo promotes filmmaking in the beautiful County of Mayo in the West of Ireland. Based in rural County Mayo, HeartFelt Drama is a writer-led production company, with a passion for great stories and great talent.
Tickets are here:
https://billetto.ie/e/local-voices-global-stories-celebrating-screen-creative-talent-panel-tickets-1265897
Read more about the speakers and event here:
https://filmireland.net/2025/04/10/live-panel-local-voices-global-stories-celebrating-screen-creative-talent/
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