Emily Cullen in front of body of water, beside title of her poem
Thursday, 25 April 2024

For Poetry Day Ireland, (Thursday, 25 April), the poetry film of Dr Emily Cullen's poem "I Am Sionann" was released. Dr Emily Cullen’s video is available on Youtube. This poetry film, enabled by an Arts Council Agility award, was made in collaboration with poet and filmmaker, Luke Morgan and features Limerick actress, Johanne Webb. The theme music is Emily's original composition for the Irish harp, "The Stately Shannon".

Dr Emily Cullen was invited to write a reflection on poetry and politics for The Conversation and her article can be read on The Conversation.

A poem entitled "Aiteall" by Laoighseach Ní Choistealbha, which mentions the Living Bridge ('An Droichead Beo') has been published by Poetry Ireland for this year's Poetry Day.