Women in Film and Television Ireland is delighted to announce that Dame Imelda Staunton will join us as a special guest at Greater Later: Building Sustainable Careers, taking place on Wednesday, 4 November 2026, at Hen’s Teeth, Dublin.
A multi-award-winning actor, Imelda has built an extraordinary career across theatre, film, television and radio. Her celebrated stage performances include Gypsy, Sweeney Todd, Follies and Hello, Dolly!, earning her multiple Olivier Awards. On screen, she is widely recognised for her BAFTA-winning performance in Vera Drake, which also earned her an Academy Award nomination, as well as roles in Pride, Paddington, the Harry Potter series and The Crown, in which she portrayed Queen Elizabeth II.
Imelda Staunton will join us for a special conversation and Q&A as part of this year’s Greater Later programme, which celebrates and supports women aged 40+ across the screen industries, creating space for meaningful conversations about career longevity, creative practice and building sustainable careers.
The programme will also feature a panel of leading industry professionals: Lisa Mulcahy (Writer & Director), Eimer Ní Mhaoldomhnaigh (Costume Designer), Susie Cullen (Production Designer), Manda Levin (Executive Producer, Director of Scripted Series, Netflix UK & Ireland) and Kate McColgan (Film Producer).
The programme will also feature a special conversation with Mia Bays, twice BAFTA-nominated producer, executive producer and cultural strategist with over 35 years’ experience in independent cinema. From 2021 to 2026, Mia served as Director of the BFI National Lottery Filmmaking Fund, overseeing a £54 million strategy supporting film development and production across the UK. Throughout her career, she has championed emerging talent and gender equity in the screen industries, including through her work with Birds’ Eye View and its #ReclaimTheFrame campaign.
Date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026
Times: Welcome coffee from 2.30pm
Programme: 3.00 – 6.30pm
Networking reception: 6.30 – 7.30pm
Location: Hen’s Teeth, Dublin
Book your place on Eventbrite.
Tickets are free, but capacity is limited. We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment!
Greater Later is supported by Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland through its Stakeholders Funding, as well as by Coimisiún na Meán.
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We look forward to welcoming you on November 4th!
Warm wishes,
The WFT Ireland Team