This event will contribute to community-led research for a site-specific, performance-based event by theatre practitioners Ann Blake and Joanne Ryan, that will celebrate the life of Hollywood actress Constance Smith who was born on the street. The aim of the series is to understand the cultural connections that link the birthplace of Constance Smith to her remarkable life. These events will also be a place for participants to share their knowledge and experiences of our tangible and intangible heritage.

Sharon is Historian-in-Residence at Ormston House. She has been researching the history of life in Limerick for over twenty years, and holds an MA in Local History from the University of Limerick. Sharon is the author of multiple publications, and has worked with media organisations locally, nationally and internationally. She has received awards including the National Heritage Hero Award from the Heritage Council of Ireland, and was honoured with a Mayoral Reception at City Hall. You can find out more about Sharon at sharonslater.ie and her research at limerickslife.com.

Investigating Wolfe Tone Street is funded by Creative Ireland and Limerick City & County Council through Creative Ireland Made in Limerick Grant 2022.