The scripts of the plays ‘Wretched Little Brat’ and ‘Eirebrushed’ by Brian Merriman have been published as a single-volume book on sale now.
Both works challenge the commonly held understanding of two key events in modern Irish history and explore the personalities involved – the 1916 Rising and the trial of Oscar Wilde and its aftermath.
‘Eirebrushed‘ tells the untold story of the lesbian and gay heroes of 1916. Drawing on extensive research this play restores the voices of the LGBT heroes of 1916, asking ‘what makes a hero?’ and what would they think of the Ireland that has emerged post-1916?
Eirebrushed was a sell-out hit of IDGTF 2014, has featured as a play reading abroad and returns in the IDGTF 2016 programme.
‘Wretched Little Brat‘ premiered at the IDGTF 2015 ‘Winter Programme’. It goes beyond the infamous trial of Oscar Wilde to uncover the true story of persecuted love, moralistic law and endless litigation between Lord Alfred Douglas (Bosie) and Robbie Ross, Oscar Wilde‘s lovers.
This joint volume will be on sale at the Festival Box Office and at Festival venues for just €10.
It can also be purchased online, including postage and packaging to Ireland and abroad for €15.
