A FUNDING pot of €1.1m has been confirmed to promote Irish arts and culture around the globe.
Ireland’s Culture Minister Patrick O’Donovan has confirmed the allocation which will be delivered through Culture Ireland’s annual grants programme.
Some 129 projects, taking place in 33 countries, are set to benefit from the cash, which will cover circus, dance, film, literature, music, opera, theatre and visual arts initiatives.
“This significant investment of over €1.1m by Culture Ireland highlights the Government’s commitment to supporting Irish artists and cultural organisations in reaching international audiences,” Minister O’Donovan said.
“Through this funding, we are showcasing Ireland’s rich artistic talent on the global stage and strengthening our cultural connections,” he added.
Among the grant awards, €30k has been earmarked for a stage adaptation of Katriona O’Sullivan’s book Poor.
The production, by the Gate Theatre and the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry, will be directed by Sonya Kelly and is set to open at the Belgrade Theatre in May 2025.
Further sums have been awarded to support the likes of Worn Out, The Savage Hearts and Simple Things on their UK tours which are due to take place in the coming months.
The full list of recipients can be viewed here.