Join poet, playwright, and performer Samuel Yakura for an immersive 2 hour artistic workshop open to young teens and adults across all artistic disciplines. Through poetry, music, and storytelling, we’ll explore what it means to find, refine, and share your voice. This is a space for creative play, deep reflection, and meaningful exchange. Your perspectives will also help shape SOAK, a new project Samuel is working on about vulnerability, identity, and self-expression. Come create, connect, and be heard! 

Samuel Yakura is a Nigerian-born multidisciplinary artist and an electrifying force in Ireland’s creative landscape. A writer, playwright, and performing artist, Samuel has claimed multiple Slam Championship titles across Nigeria and Ireland. His powerful artistry has seen him collaborate with leading organizations, including Poetry Ireland, the Abbey Theatre, Dublin Fringe, IMMA, MoLI, and Gaisce Awards.

Samuel’s debut poetry play, The Perfect Immigrant, earned two award nominations, premiered at the Dublin Fringe Festival, and captivated audiences during its nationwide tour in 2023. He is also the co-founder of Wearegriot Poetry Collective, the driving force behind Dublin’s biggest poetry slam.

As a Next Wave Playwright with the National Theatre, Samuel crafts stories that resonate deeply, shining a light on the intricacies of human relationships, cultural dynamics, and societal structures. With his work, he continues to challenge perspectives and inspire change, cementing his place as one of Ireland’s most compelling artistic voices.

This is a free workshop but spaces are limited. Please email outreach@eaf.ie to register. Under 18’s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.