Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Irish Equity are deeply saddened at the passing of Julian Erskine. Julian’s career as a stage manager began in the 1970’s working with the major companies of the time when he was still in his teens. He was a consummate stage manager, stage director and production manager. 1 of 8 101
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Irish Equity stands with our colleagues and fellow creatives on their day of action on Tuesday September 8th. It is deplorable that the Arts community in Northern Ireland are subject to such under investment. 🧵 1 of 17 111
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 11/08/2026Irish Equity Summer Bulletin 2026 Welcome to Irish Equity’s Summer information bulletin. There has been an enormous amount of work undertaken by the President and members of the Executive in recent months, across multiple areas. 🧵 1 of 18 121
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 19/07/2026Irish Equity are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of our colleague Brenda Fricker. Brenda’s career spanned six decades. In her many appearances on stage, film and television Brenda brought a truth, integrity and emotional complexity to all her roles. 🧵 1 of 8 111
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 15/07/2026What is the problem AI is trying to solve? WAGES! Gerry O'Brien speaking before the vote on Aengus O Snodaigh TD's Bill calling for protection for all artists against the threat of AI 011
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Irish Equity President Gerry O Brien, Vice President Jessica Freed with members at Dail Eireann to support Aengus Ó Snodaigh's Bill calling for protection for all artists against the threat of AI 011
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Irish Equity together with fellow creatives from Screen Composers Ireland, The Writers Guild and MUI at Dail Eireann in support of Aengus Ó Snodaigh's private members bill calling for protection for all artists against the threat of AI. 011
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Passed last night - unapposed by government. Now time to act! www.rte.ie/news/politic...rte.ieSF motion demands action to protect Irish artists from AISinn Féin has tabled a motion demanding action to protect the livelihoods of Irish artists whose copyright is being undermined by the use of artificial intelligence. 023
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 08/07/2026Irish Equity President, Gerry O'Brien takes part in the Labour Youth Festival as part of the panel on Culture, the Arts and Society, which took place in Cork on Sat 4th of July. 011
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Bookings for this FRIDAY's Youth Event close at 5pm on WEDNESDAY. If you've been thinking about it, now's the time to jump in. 011
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Colleagues, The EU have commissioned a survey on the impact of the EU directive on Copyright in the Digital Single Market. The legislation was intended to ensure that you received fair and proportionate remuneration for the ongoing exploitation of your work. 🧵 1/8 100
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Irish Equity are happy to announce our first ever Irish Equity Youth Fest, happening next Friday June 19th, 11.30am -3.00pm in Liberty Hall, Dublin. This event will provide the complete introduction to working in the industry for young actors, drama school graduates, or anyone 🧵 1/3... 121
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 03/06/2026#IrishEquity attending #EuroFIA conference. Three days of working with and learning from our sister unions across Europe. Your voice at the table. #UnionStrong #ColleaguesSupportingColleagues 011
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 03/06/2026A message from Gerry O'Brien, President of #IrishEquity Colleagues, I want to draw you attention to an important collaboration between Irish Equity Support Fund and the King John Summer Prom which takes place at Trim Castle from the 6 th to the 8 th of July 2026. 1/12 111
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 02/06/2026#MonthlyBulletin Welcome back Thesps to the 2nd info bulletin. Again this month the bulletin will be coming to you via Social Media and your fellow actors. Next month we aim to get it to you via email along with the abridged minutes of our Executive Meetings. (We’re sorry for the delay) 🧵 1/14 100
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 29/05/2026A message from Gerry O'Brien: Colleagues, You have received an email from Irish Equity’s section organiser, Robbie Purfield on 25th May, with regard to an important survey for all stakeholders in the film and television industry. That includes you. 🧵 1/8 111
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 20/05/2026A lovely tribute to Mary Carrickford (Golding) from Laurence Foster: So sad to report the death of dear Mary Golding (Carrickford). An accomplished singer and dancer, she was a doyen of Dublin Musical Theatre in the 1960s. 🧵1/4 110
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 11/05/2026#MonthlyBulletin Welcome to Irish Equity’s first information bulletin, the Equity Office is swamped at the moment, getting letters out to members for BIA applications, so this month the bulletin will be coming to you via Social Media and your fellow actors. 1/16 110
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 05/05/2026We wish to clarify payment methods for members following some commentary online. New or returning members who wish to receive documentation confirming membership will need to pay their first year of membership up front. Following the first year Part 1 of 2 101
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 03/05/2026Irish Equity are deeply saddened and shocked at the sad news of the sudden passing of our colleague, Gary Lydon. Gary was a much-loved member of our community, with a career that began with his professional debut in Billy Roche’s ‘A Handful of Stars’ at the Bush Theatre in London in 1988. 🧵 1/7... 195
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 29/04/2026Our Vice President, Jessica Freed, responded to the Irish Times by letter regarding the recent RTÉ Sonic Makeover. This thread is a copy of that letter. 🧵 121
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 03/04/2026Basic Income for the Arts 2026 -2026. An Important Step. A Missed Opportunity. Irish Actors’ Equity welcomes the establishment of the Basic Income for the Arts a permanent scheme. This gives participants multi-annual certainty, gives policy makers a solid research base, and is a formal 🧵 1 of 30 133
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 29/03/2026Today's the day! We're looking forward to welcoming our in-person contingent at Liberty Hall for 2pm start & our online contingent shortly before 2pm. A few things to remember to help the day go smoothly: 🧵1 of 3... 131
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 27/03/2026It's #WorldTheatreDay! We hope all our theatrical colleagues are having a great time. To celebrate, we've a wee game. There's no points, but internet glory to anyone who guesses all 3 correctly. Can you match the team members to the theatre that has a special place in their heart? 1 of 2... 121
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 26/03/2026We are sad to share the news of the death of our colleague & former Sector Organiser Michelle Quinn. We send our sincere condolences to Des, Sandie, Stephen, and all Michelle's family. rip.ie/death-notice... 012
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 25/03/2026To all my Irish Equity colleagues please be aware that today is the last day for registration to attend the Irish Equity AGM on Sunday. If you are in benefit you will have received an email with a link to register. If you have any problems contact the Equity office. 1 of 2... 100
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 23/03/2026President of #IrishEquity Gerry O'Brien wrote this morning: "Judge Hathorn has left the Gaiety. I have just finished an amazing run with the incredible cast of 'The Crucible' in the Gaiety Theatre. Played to packed houses & amazing response. Now preparing for 🧵 122
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 21/03/2026We are grateful to the KJSummerProm.ie for choosing to support the Irish Equity Support Fund. The fund exists to help our members through difficult times. The process is completely confidential & all in benefit members can apply for support. 022
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 20/03/2026🧵In a post on Facebook this evening, Irish Equity President Gerry O'Brien wrote: "To all my Irish Equity colleagues, Just a reminder that your AGM will take place on Sunday 29th March, that's just a week away. The venue is Liberty Hall theatre. 122
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 15/03/2026Members, Don't forget: AGM - 29th Mar - 2pm Registration is *open* Register before: 25 Mar - 5pm #UnionStrong #UnionProud #AGM 012
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 14/03/2026With the AGM coming up on 29th March, it is time to remember our Irish Equity friends & colleagues who passed away in the last 12mts. We want to make sure that we remember all who passed, so we would appreciate it if you could contact the Irish Equity office, or reply to us here, 1/2... 111
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 03/03/2026A screenshot of Irish Equity's Facebook post of 1 hour ago. Black text on white reads: "IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR IRISH EQUITY MEMBERS. Motions to the AGM - Motions can now be submitted and any member wishing to submit a Motion to the AGM can do so by emailing the Motion Part 1 of 4... 111
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 21/02/2026Writing on social media today, our President, Gerry O'Brien wrote: "Interesting this should pop up today on my feed given the remarks in the Dáil yesterday by Simon Harris. Pt 1/5... 111
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 21/01/2026Vice President Jessica Freed and Equity Trustee Ann Russell were delighted to meet all the #BlueTeapotTheatreCompany actors and facilitators today in Galway. What a fantastic, talented group, every one of them a member of Irish Equity. 1/2... 111
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 16/01/2026projectartscentre.ie/events/seach...projectartscentre.ieSeachtain Saoirse don Phalaistín - Project Arts Centre 021
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 12/01/2026Huge congratulations to Jessie Buckley, on her Golden Globe award for Best Female Actor in HAMNET - an extraordinary performance from a truly exceptional actor. 011
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 31/12/2025On behalf of the executive and membership of Irish Equity we would like to extend our sincerest condolences to the family of our beloved colleague David Heap. 🧵1/7 121
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 20/12/2025Members of Irish Equity at our recent Christmas get together. Thank you so much for coming! 010
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 19/12/2025"At Irish Equity's Christmas drop-in at the #PeacockTheatre last night, these three amigos got together. Frank Melia, Gerry O'Brien, & Laurence Foster first got together in 1971 as part of the cast of 'The Barrett's of Wimpole Street' in the Gate Theatre. 🧵1/4 111
Reposted by Irish EquityEquity @equityuk.bsky.social · 18/12/2025It’s a landslide! The results are in, and Equity members have made their position clear with a 99.6% YES vote. They are prepared and ready to take action to secure AI protections. www.equity.org.uk/news/2025/pe...equity.org.ukFilm & TV performers say they would be prepared to take industrial action over AI in LANDSLIDE 99% vote | EquityResults of Equity's indicative ballot on AI protections for performers announced. 24021
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 15/12/2025This THURSDAY is the Equity Christmas Party. REMEMBER: We are in the *Peacock* Bar, NOT the usual place (owing to electrical work). Please make sure you registered at the link in the email you were sent about it. Give us a shout if you need help. 021
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 11/12/2025The Emma O'Kane Bursary is an award for independent artists who want to think beyond the boundaries of their art form and practice and to explore dance or a physical language in their work. 1/2... 121
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 03/12/2025In 2021 #IrishEquity applied to our sister org. #SIPTU & got their promise that every #InternationalDisabledPeoplesDay from then on, the pagoda roof of liberty hall will be lit purple in support of the #PurpleLights campaign. We are proud to be able to support #PurpleLights25 again tonight. 1/4 110
Reposted by Irish EquitySAG-AFTRA @sagaftra.org · 03/12/2025Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities and we are focusing on the importance of access, inclusion, empowerment, pride, dignity and acceptance. Join us in celebrating the achievements and contributions of performers with disabilities to our industry and world. 01410
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 21/11/2025A date for your diary! 18th December, details to follow! 030
Reposted by Irish EquityAndrew Watt @andrewwatteu.bsky.social · 11/11/2025It is a huge relief that the European Court of Justice has rejected the demand by Denmark and Sweden to annul the Adequate Minimum Wage Directive. A resume of the judgement in FR is here: curia.europa.eu/juris/docume... 1/2curia.europa.euCURIA - Documents 1118
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 15/11/2025Irish Equity Exec Shane Griffin speaking at this week's SIPTU conference. 021
Irish Equity @irishequity.bsky.social · 12/11/20251/6 FIA World Conference '25 Marie Kelly gives an update on the commercial negotiations in Canada. For over two years the professional advertising body comprised of some of the biggest International ad agencies refused to come to the negotiating table. 1/6 121