Solas Nua

Solas Nua — ‘new light’ in Irish — is a leading multi-disciplinary arts organization that is dedicated exclusively to contemporary Irish arts. Based in Washington, D.C., our mission is to bring the best of contemporary Irish arts to the U.S. Our programming covers theatre, literature, film, music, dance, and visual arts, and we are committed to supporting and presenting contemporary art across traditional and emerging disciplines and media.

Solas Nua acts as an ambassador and advocate for Irish arts in the U.S., promoting contemporary, multi-disciplinary Irish arts and culture. By offering new opportunities for artists based in both Ireland and the U.S., Solas Nua provides access and inclusion for artists and audiences to connect accross the Atlantic. We present, produce and commission thought-provoking and ground-breaking work and are recognized for making a substantive, unique contribution to the artistic and cultural richness of the city of Washington, D.C. and beyond. We present work that is cross-cultural, representing today’s Ireland - a globally diverse society. Our programming reflects our conviction that Irish arts travel across borders, cultures, and socio-economic lines.