Jim O'Hanlon 

Playwright

Jim O'Hanlon is an acclaimed Irish playwright, screenwriter, and director from Dublin whose work spans theatre, television, and film. Best known in theatre for writing The Buddhist of Castleknock and Pilgrims in the Park, O’Hanlon is celebrated for his sharp wit, richly drawn Irish characters, and insightful exploration of family, identity, and social change in modern Ireland.

In addition to his stage work, O’Hanlon has enjoyed a distinguished career in television and film, writing and directing for acclaimed productions including Coronation Street, Casualty, Bad Girls, Catastrophe, and the Emmy-nominated Emma. His work has earned critical acclaim for its humour, humanity, and keen observation of contemporary life.