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Correspondence between Diarmuid Ó Murchadha Rúnaí of Dúnlaoi Teo, 8 An Meal Thuaidh, Corcaigh, and Coiril Ó Mathúna, inviting them to visit their theatre in Cork. In reply Coiril states that they would need a bigger theatre, discusses plays that could be staged. In reply Diarmuid states that they were sorry to hear that they wouldn't come to Dúnlaoi, and hopes that they look forward to seeing them in Cork soon [in Irish].

Correspondence between Dominique Perrin, Syndicat Français des Acteurs, 7 Rue Monsigny, Paris, to Coiril Ó Mathúna, stating that they are looking to stage an exhibition of theatre posters, and asking him for a number of examples. Coiril sends them a few, and M. Perrin thanks him, saying that they are a valuable addition to their exhibition [in French and English].

Correspondence between Donncha O'Laoire, Rúnaí an Comhdháil Náisúnta na Gaeilge, 29 Sráid Uí Chonaill Íocht, Baile Átha Cliath and Coiril Ó Mathúna, mainly relating to business meetings of the Convention. Includes a request for information on the theatre for a submission they are making to the President, and a copy of the response (4 Dec 1959) [in Irish].

Correspondence between Donnchadh Ó Súileabháin, Rúnaí an Chomhairle Náisiúnta Drámaíochta, 14 Cearnóg Pharnell, Baile Átha Cliath, to Coiril Ó Mathúna, seeking their appointment for the drama competition which they host yearly. Each year Aodh Mac Dubháin is put forward by the Directors.

Correspondence between Donnchadh Ó Súilleabháin, Rúnaí an Oireachtas, Connradh na Gaedhilge, 14 Cearnóg Pharnell, Baile Átha Cliath and Coiril Ó Mathúna, relating to the Drama competition run by an Oireachtas. The Taibhdhearc puts up some of the prize money and Aodh Mac Dubháin is a judge. The correspondence deals mainly with the administration of the competition. Includes list of competition winners for 1960, the main prize going to Eoghan Ó Tuairisc for "D'réir na Rúibricí" (3 Oct 1960). In 1963 Brian Ó Fiannachta wins with "Spéir Thornaí" (3 Oct. 1963).

Correspondence between Donnchadh Ó Suílleabháin, Rúnaí an Oireachtas, Connradh na Gaedhilge, 14 Cearnóg Pharnell, Baile Átha Cliath and Coiril Ó Mathúna, relating to the judging of a drama competition they are running, with £200 prize money put up by the Taibhdhearc. The Taibhdhearc appoint Aodh Mac Duabhainn as their adjudicator. They are notified that, even though there were nine applicants, that there was no entry that deserved the prize [in Irish].

Correspondence between Donnchadh Ó Suilleabháin, Rúnaí an tOireachtas and Coiril Ó Mathúna, stating that Diarmuid Ó Suilleabháin of Gorey, Wexford, won first prize with the play "Hurtman". Coiril replies, seeking a copy of the script [in Irish].

Correspondence between Donnchadh Ó Súillibháin and Coiril Ó Mathúna relating to the prize co-hosted between them. They decide to hold the competition over until 1960 as there is only one entrant [in Irish].

Correspondence between Dr Seamus de Bhilmot, 4 Willow Terrace, Williamstown, Blackrock, Co Dublin, and Coiril O Mathúna, relating to copies of Wilmot’s plays in Irish. [in Irish]

Files of typescript letters between Druid Theatre and SIPTU and Irish Actors Equity Group discussing in detail issues relating to employment and payment of actors.