Lelia Doolan
Lelia Doolan is a renowned Irish television producer and director known for her significant contributions to the arts in Ireland. She was a close friend of the late writer Jennifer Johnston and played a pivotal role in the public commemoration held in Johnston's honor, where she read from St John's Gospel, highlighting Johnston's legacy as a writer.
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When Doolan was making the film Reefer and the Model with Joe Comerford in 1987, O’Neill took on the role as trainee assistant director.
Film and TV producer whose work spanned multiple genres – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-05-24
Lelia Doolan is a former television producer and Abbey Theatre artistic director involved in the protest calling for the fast-tracking of the Occupied Territories Bill.
Leinster House protest calls for legislation fast-tracking – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-05
Lelia Doolan, a long-time friend of Johnston, paid personal tribute to her as the 'best, friendliest, and most mischievous companion'.
Tributes paid to ‘Ireland’s greatest writer' Jennifer Johnston at public memorial she arranged – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-01
