First Quarter: An Evening of Conversation, Reading and Song
Celebrate the publication of First Quarter, in which architect John Tuomey navigates the places and memories of his life over twenty-five years. Published by Lilliput Press, First Quarter is a personal and poetical account of childhood in Irish villages and country towns, student life in Dublin and youthful employment in London. John Tuomey is an Irish architect, co-founder of O’Donnell + Tuomey and designer of social and cultural buildings at home and abroad. He was the inaugural Professor of Architectural Design at University College Dublin. Joint recipient with Sheila O’Donnell of the RIBA Royal Gold Medal and American Academy of Arts and Letters Brunner Prize. He is a member of Aosdána. Jean Tuomey (John’s middle sister) will read some poems to accompany his memoir. Her collection, Swept Back (Lapwing), was launched in the Linenhall in December 2022. A former teacher, she now facilitates writing groups for creative and therapeutic purposes. David Tuomey (John's younger brother) will sing some songs mentioned in the memoir. Accompanied by Teresa Burke, vocals and guitar, and Kevin Frain, guitar. Pat Ruane, architect, former Conservation Officer with Cork City Council, now back home in Mayo, will introduce the evening and continue in conversation with John. Doors and wine reception from 7.30pm. John will be available to sign copies of First Quarter after the event.