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Martin Lynch’s controversial style

Martin Lynch’s plays have been all been deemed controversial in some way, and seem to tackle very important issues that no one wants to talk about.  “Castles in the Air” concerns working class housing, and “Minstrel Boys” is set in … Continue reading

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No, I’m not Snookie!

When meeting someone new for the first time, the first thing they always ask is where I’m from, which is probably because of my “funny” accent. I’m a New Yorker and have been for 25 years. Usually after they hear … Continue reading

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A Short Question for Martin Lynch

Troubles utilizes a cast of three people, two playing all of the other roles as Gerry is the main character and has a dedicated actor. There is limited description regarding how the actors switch in and out of character, other … Continue reading

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identity from the northern americas

the bathroom line at temple bar united the americas. the two girls between us three, were from south america. when we north americans, finished belting tina turner we introduced ourselves, with the same drunken boldness that incited the sing along. … Continue reading

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(Shrugs)

Nationality, to me, is about as important as political division, the religious spectrum, or the Superbowl; I accept that others think of it as valuable, but I myself choose not to be a part of it. I’ve mentioned this a … Continue reading

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I Was Born in the USA

I am an American. My pedigree is about half Irish, half Italian, and once upon a time ago my Irish family was kicked from French royalty by Napoleon, who were then kicked right out from England because they were Catholic … Continue reading

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The Nation Underfoot

The divide between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland is not well defined.  Crossing the border between the two countries reminds me somewhat of crossing between states in the U.S.  Welcome to Pennsylvania! produces about the same feeling as … Continue reading

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Casting for History of the Troubles

Can’t wait to hear it again out loud. Here’s what we think: Gerry = Chris Warman Seamus = Carolyn Derek = Jeff civil servant = Carolyn Fireball = Sharea Felix = Allie Eleanor = Bryonna Eugene = Charles Maggie = … Continue reading

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In Addition, Here’s a Pitch

A drunken and unpopular friar that is visiting a foreign monastery argues against the idea of religious asceticism as he stumbles to morning mass. #livealittle

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Goddess Brigid or Saint Brigid

When a god becomes a saint. When a Father cares too much for his Daughter. When a priest conquers for his lord. #GoddessSaintBrigid

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