Ailís Ní Ríain is an Irish composer whose work has been performed, recorded, and broadcast internationally. She explores the intersections of concert music, sound installation, and music theatre. A portrait disc of her work was released by NMC Recordings in 2023 to critical acclaim. Ní Ríain is deaf/hard of hearing and a long-standing advocate for inclusion and accessibility in music. She has received commissions from leading orchestras and ensembles and was awarded the prestigious Paul Hamlyn Award for Composers. International fellowships, residencies, and associate artist roles have taken her across Europe and the USA. She is also a published writer for the stage.