Welcome to THE GAFF

A resource for community, voluntary and professional arts in Limerick.

Facilitating direct connection between artists, communities and the wider public.

The GAFF is founded on the core principle that artistic engagement and creative activity are fundamental rights for everyone. Our mission is to enrich the lives of artists, communities and audiences in Limerick and the Mid-West through an open and inclusive approach.

With equality, diversity and inclusion as core values, we support multidisciplinary art projects through collaborative practice between artists and some exceptionally marginalised communities. Projects in recent years have included work led by some of Limerick's leading artists, delivering programmes in collaboration with youth and community groups in Limerick and throughout Munster.

A design with a black-and-white photograph of Siamsa, the Limerick community theatre group, in a frame based on a hole cut in paper. Text reads 'SIAMSA', 'TELL YOUR STORY'.

Were you in Community SIAMSA in Limerick (1970s–1990s)?

If you participated in Community SIAMSA as a performer, musician, technician, volunteer, or audience member, your memories are invaluable.

Helena Enright and The GAFF are seeking personal stories, anecdotes and reflections from anyone connected to the community theatre scene in Limerick from the 1970s through to the 1990s.

An award-winning playwright and theatre practitioner, Enright is working with The GAFF to create a new play inspired by the rich history of Community SIAMSA in Limerick. As part of this project, she is also developing an oral history archive to preserve the memories, stories, and experiences of those who were involved.

This is a unique opportunity to share your experiences and help shape a theatrical work that celebrates Limerick’s vibrant community arts heritage. Selected stories may be used in the play and the accompanying archive, ensuring these voices are preserved for future generations.

Get involved:

Follow us on Facebook to share your story.

Or email your story or contact details to: henright@gmail.com or message 089-616-9243

Help us capture the spirit, creativity, and memories of Community SIAMSA — your story matters!

Supported by The Arts Council/An Chomhairle Ealaionn and Limerick Arts Office.