‘I love stories, and all elements of theatre. I go to at least one theatre show every week (sometimes more - a lot more!!!), and am constantly learning and striving to improve my craft. I love plays that toy with language and keep me hooked throughout. My joy in life is sitting with a cup of tea somewhere sunny and writing a new scene, and equally hearing an audience member weeping openly at a line one of my characters speak or better still, cackling with laughter at a humourous line!’
Áine Ryan is a playwright from Co. Tipperary whose work responds primarily to issues of women, isolation, and rural Ireland. She won the London Pub Theatre New Writing Award in 2023 for ‘Paddy goes to Petra’ which received multiple five-star reviews during its sold out run at Jack Studio Theatre, London. Other plays include the critically acclaimed Kitty in the Lane (Jack Studio Theatre, London and Clonmel Junction Arts Festival) and co-writer of ‘From Out the Land’ a site-specific production in September 2023. She is the recipient of Agility, Project and Professional Development funding from the Arts Council, and is a member of Irish Theatre Institute's Six in the Attic for 2024. She is writer of the award winning comedy short film 'First Date' which was broadcast on RTÉ and HBO. She holds a B.A (Honours) in Theatre and Performance from Goldsmiths, University of London and a Higher Diploma in Film and TV Production through the Irish language from Nemeton/Waterford Institute of Technology.
Studio Perform was set up to bring plays to life from page to stage, and present exciting and enthralling productions which leave audiences inspired and provoked. Our award winning work has been presented throughout Ireland, the UK and the USA.
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‘Áine Ryan skilfully combines tragedy and comedy... feels like a flawless theatrical masterpiece.’ ★★★★★ Westend Evenings
‘An excellent piece of theatre’ ★★★★★ The Irish World
‘An extraordinary accomplishment as both playwright and actress.’ ★★★★★ TheatreStorm
‘The play is as amusing as it is poignant, deftly tackling some difficult issues with relatable tenacity and stoicism.’ ★★★★★ London Theatre 1
‘a mesmeric continuation of the Irish literary tradition.’ ★★★★★ Broadway Baby
‘‘Near perfection is also found in Ryan’s script.Exceptionally funny and occasionally heart-breaking’ ★★★★ The Reviews Hub
Excellent...a powerful evening with a performance and production hard to forget.’ ★★★★ Everything Theatre
‘Ryan writes beautifully’ The Stage
‘Áine Ryan’s writing is beautifully evocative...This is quality theatre, with a performance that’s guaranteed to stay with you.’ Theatre Things
'Ryan’s writing has a lovely, authentic tone...the people she speaks of and the places they go to sparkle with life and truth.’ The Scotsman
‘Ryan writes with bold, commanding talent...a gem of a play.’ ★★★★ A Younger Theatre