‘Forgotten genius’ of theatre

THE work of a long-forgotten Kerry playwright, who has been described as a forerunner of John B Keane and Bryan MacMahon, could be in for a revival following publication of his biography.

George Fitzmaurice, who hailed from the Listowel area, had his plays performed in the Abbey Theatre and was known for his ability to reflect the rural Ireland of his day.

The story of his life, written by UCC graduate Fiona Brennan, 36, and published by Carysfort Press, was launched by north Kerry poet Gabriel Fitzmaurice (no relation of the playwright) at the weekend.