New Irish Communities Creative Writing Workshop May

The Irish Writers Centre New Irish Communities is series of six creative writing sessions for non-native speakers to explore creative writing in English, taking place on Saturday mornings between 11am-1pm.

Join writer Adam Wyeth for two hours of creative writing exercises in a supportive workshop environment. These sessions are ideal for beginner and emerging writers.

New Irish Communities was established in 2013 by the Irish Writers Centre and is supported by Dublin City Council.

Each stand alone session lasts two hours and will consist of the following:

• Creative writing exercises
• Close readings
• Group discussion
• Critique and feedback of work
• Recommended reading

Please note, it is not necessary to have attended any previous New Irish Communities sessions to join in, but it is necessary to sign up.

Adam Wyeth is an award-winning poet, playwright, and essayist, with five books published by Salmon Poetry. His work has been presented at the Dublin Theatre Festival, the National Concert Hall, and internationally. Adam is an experienced creative writing mentor and workshop facilitator, known for creating supportive, thoughtful spaces that encourage experimentation, critical engagement, and sustained creative practice. He reviews for the Irish Times.

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