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season brochure
September-December
2019
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What’s Coming This Season
DRAÍOCHT – VISUAL ARTS & ARTIST RESIDENCIES
‘Estuary’, a major exhibition celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Fingal County
Council’s Municipal Art Collection, opens on 12th September (pgs 48-49).
Curated by four Fingal artists, Una Sealy RHA, James English RHA, Joshua
Sex and Sanja Todorovic, the exhibition is complimented by both a youth arts
and adult engagement programme. Amharc Fhine Gall 12th Edition opens in
ESTUARY PAGE 48
December featuring the work of Fingal artist Ann Ensor, in a new commission,
which will explore the significance to the environment of kelp seaweed (pg
50). Michael McLoughlin finishes his work in Mulhuddart as Draíocht’s Artist
in Residence 2017-2019, revisiting stories and conversations to put in place
a plan for longer-term connections (pg 52). And we look forward to Ceol
Connected’s show ‘LEAF’, developed in Draíocht during their time as Theatre
Company in Residence for 2019 (pg 09).
DRAÍOCHT - CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE
Our Early Years Workshops for ages 2-4 years will explore baby boogie,
paint and music this season (pg 38). Take some inspiration from the range
EARLY YEARS ART PAGE 38
of landscapes in the exhibition ‘Estuary’ for our Free Family Days for ages
5-10 years (pg 39) and book early for our ever popular Felty Christmas Elf
Workshops (pg 40). Draíocht’s Artist in Your Classroom Initiative continues for
Primary Schools in D15 (pg 42) and we’ll collaborate once again with the Irish
Film Institute by screening a foreign language film for senior cycle students (pg
44), as well as films supporting the Junior and Leaving Cert Exams, ‘Romeo &
Juliet’ (pg 17) and ‘Hamlet’ (pg 22). Art students, sign up early for our Leaving
Cert Revision Day, guided by artist Bridget Flannery (pg 45). Fingal Film Club is
back during Halloween midterm (pg 46) and we’ll recruit some new members
for our D15 Youth Theatre with auditions taking place on 6th October (pg
47). We have a sensory friendly screening of ‘Finding Dory’ (pg 13) and two D15 YOUTH THEATRE PAGE 47
screenings for Christmas of ‘Elf’ and ‘Home Alone 2’ (pg 35). Shows for young
people include ‘BigKidLittleKid’ (pg 18), and an archaeological tale ‘The Dig’
(pg 20).
DRAÍOCHT - PERFORMANCE PROGRAMME
Culture Night is back and to celebrate we’re screening three FREE films on our
impressive 4K cinema equipment (pg 10) as well as screenings throughout the
Season of ‘Apollo 11’, ‘Love Actually’ and ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ among others.
Our 2019 project Our Place Our Stories culminates on Culture Night with 6
live performances and 6 video performances (pg 57). Theatre audiences are
spoilt for choice with ‘The Alternative’ by Fishamble as part of DTF (pg 15),
SPLICED PAGE 19
‘Madhouse’ by Una McKevitt & PJ Gallagher (pg 23), ‘Eggsistentialism’ by
Joanne Ryan (pg 25) and a GAA story like you’ve never seen, in Timmy Creed’s
‘Spliced’ (pg 19). Music fans can enjoy performances from Jimmy Buckley,
Jake Carter and the Dublin Gospel Choir and comedy audiences will enjoy
Fred Cooke, Des Bishop and Dirt Birds. Ballet Ireland presents ‘Swan Lake’ (pg
29) and CoisCéim bring us ‘Francis Footwork’ (pg 26). Local group Coolmine
Musical Society bring us ‘Made in Dagenham’ (pg 27) while Coolmine Panto
bring us ‘Robin Hood’ in January (pg 36).
Book Now: tel 01-8852622 Or Online www.draiocht.ie
SWAN LAKE PAGE 29
02 03Bookings REFUNDS & EXCHANGES
We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase
except in the event of a cancellation by the venue.
Draíocht’s Box Office is open Monday to Saturday 10am-6pm. You can book
RECORDING & PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY
in person by calling into our Box Office during these hours, or by phone on
Members of the public/audience members are not permitted to record
01-8852622, or Book Online anytime at www.draiocht.ie. A booking fee of €1
or photograph any event in Draíocht, including gallery exhibitions, events
per ticket applies online. Booking by phone or in person incurs no booking
with children on stage (in accordance with Draíocht’s Child Safeguarding
fee. Payment is accepted by cash (in person only), cheque (with valid
Policy), family days etc.
cheque card) and by credit / debit card (Mastercard, Visa).
RESERVATIONS
Reservations without payment are held for 24 hours only and then released
Early Bird Offers
and re-sold.
CONCESSIONS Be an early bird and book before 06 September for these new season shows
Draíocht offers concessions to the following customers: Students in full and get these great discounts!
time education & under 18’s / Senior Citizens – Over 65 / Registered Disabled
Tickets must be paid in full before 06 September to avail of these Early Bird
/ Wheelchair Users / Carer (when accompanying registered disabled or
Offers. A maximum of 6 tickets can be bought at these prices per person.
wheelchair user) / Equity Card holders / Unemployed. Proof of status for
ALL concession seats purchased must be produced when collecting tickets Not applicable to group bookings.
from Box Office.
BOX OFFICE 01 885 2622
GROUP BOOKINGS & SPECIAL OFFERS
Buy 10 tickets and get your 10th ticket free. This offer applies to selected OCT - DRAMA
show tickets purchased at the full price or concession price only and is The Alternative – Fishamble & DTF
not available in conjunction with any other offer. FRI 04 OCT 8PM / SAT 05 OCT 2.30PM & 8PM
Full price: €20 / Early Bird: €16 / See page 15
Friends Scheme Members Offer Early Bird Offers
OCT - DRAMA
ACCESS MadHouse
Draíocht is a fully accessible venue, with adapted toilets, wheelchair spaces in
SAT 26 OCT 8PM
the auditorium, lift access to all levels inside the building and disabled parking
Full price: €20 / Early Bird: €16 / See page 23
spaces directly outside our front door. Please tell us when booking if you have
any special requirements and we will do our best to facilitate you. Wheelchair NOV - DRAMA
spaces in both our Main Auditorium & Studio Space must be allocated at the Eggsistentialism by Joanne Ryan
time of booking. They are limited and are on a first come first served basis. SAT 02 NOV 8PM
Full price: €18 / Early Bird: €15 / See page 25
LATECOMERS
Latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance at NOV – MUSIC
the discretion of management. Magical Mozart by Candlelight
THU 07 NOV 8PM
BETELNUT CAFÉ & THEATRE BAR Full price: €22 / Early Bird: €18 / See page 26
Betelnut Café at Draíocht is open for breakfast, lunch and snacks from 9am-
5pm Monday to Saturday. The Betelnut Café stays open until 7.30pm on DEC - DRAMA
performance nights for pre theatre refreshments. Our theatre bar is open for Christmas Gothic
pre-show drinks from 7.30pm and interval drinks may be pre-ordered at the TUE 10 DEC 8PM
theatre bar before the show. Please note, consumption of food is Full price: €18 / Early Bird: €15 / See page 33
not permitted in either theatre space.
04 05Season at a Glance Diary FLOAT LIKE A BUTTERFLY (2018)
PHOTOGRAPH (2019)
23 OCT
20 NOV
7.30PM
7.30PM
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SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER 2019 LOVE ACTUALLY (2003) 04 DEC 7.30PM 31
BOOK NOW tel: 01 885 2622 or online www.draiocht.ie IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE (1946) 18 DEC 7.30PM 36
Drama Musical & Panto
EVENT DATE TIME PAGE MADE IN DAGENHAM THE MUSICAL 12-16 NOV 8PM 27
OUR PLACE OUR STORIES 20 SEP 6PM-8.30PM 10 ROBIN HOOD THE PANTO 04-19 JAN VARIOUS 36
CROWMAN STARRING JON KENNY 27 SEP 8PM 13
THE ALTERNATIVE – DTF 04 OCT 8PM 15
Family Events & Youth Workshops
EARLY YEARS WORKSHOPS SEP-NOV 38
THE ALTERNATIVE – DTF 05 OCT 2.30PM & 8PM 15
CREATE DANCE PROJECT SEP-DEC 47
SPLICED 16 OCT 8.15PM 19
YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOP 20 SEP 7PM-8PM 10
MADHOUSE 26 OCT 8PM 23
FAMILY DAY: RIP, SNIP, CUT 21 SEP 12PM-3PM 39
EGGSISTENTIALISM 02 NOV 8PM 25
PORTFOLIO PREPARATION GUIDANCE OCT-DEC 7PM-8.30PM 47
CLASS 29-30 NOV 8PM 30
D15 YOUTH THEATRE AUDITIONS 06 OCT 11AM 47
CHRISTMAS GOTHIC 10 DEC 8PM 33
BIGKIDLITTLEKID 12 OCT 12PM / 2PM / 4PM 18
Music FAMILY DAY: MEET THE ARTIST 19 OCT 12PM-3PM 39
AUTUMN SOUNDS 12 SEP 7.30PM 08 THE DIG 19 OCT 2PM & 4PM 20
THE LEGEND OF LUKE KELLY 14 SEP 8PM 09 MIDTERM FILM CLUB WORKSHOPS 29-31 OCT 10.30AM / 2PM 46
SINATRA - BEST OF THE BEST 21 SEP 8PM 12 FAMILY DAY: WINTER PRINTER 23 NOV 12PM-3PM 39
SONGS & POEMS OF PERCY FRENCH 24 SEP 8PM 12 BABY’S FIRST XMAS 06-07 DEC 11AM/12 NOON /1PM 32
JIMMY BUCKLEY 03 OCT 8PM 14 CHRISTMAS FELTY ELF WORKSHOP 14 DEC 12.30PM / 2.30PM 40
JAKE CARTER 18 OCT 8PM 20
School Shows, Workshops & Outreach
ROUTE 66 BIG BAND 19 OCT 8PM 21
ARTIST IN YOUR CLASSROOM SEP-DEC 42
JUST FOR OLD TIMES SAKE 25 OCT 8PM 22
PRIMARY SCHOOL TOURS SEP-DEC 42
FRANKIE’S GUYS 31 OCT-01 NOV 8PM 24
SENIOR CYCLE FILM SCREENINGS SEP-DEC 44
MAGICAL MOZART BY CANDLELIGHT 07 NOV 8PM 26
LEAF 13-18 SEP VARIOUS 09
ROBERT MIZZELL 19 NOV 8PM 28
DRAWING IN A DIGITAL WORLD OCT-NOV 44
ABBA FOREVER - CHRISTMAS SHOW 26-27 NOV 8PM 29
ROMEO & JULIET - SCREENING 10 OCT 10.30AM 17
BLANCHARDSTOWN SCHOOL OF MUSIC 06 DEC 7.30PM 32
BIGKIDLITTLEKID 11 OCT 12PM /2PM 18
COOLMINE CHRISTMAS GALA CONCERT 12 DEC 8PM 33
THE DIG 18 OCT 10.15AM & 12.15PM 20
CLONEE MUSIC TUITION CENTRE 13 DEC 7.30PM 34
HAMLET - SCREENING 24 OCT 10.30AM 22
DUBLIN GOSPEL CHOIR 14 DEC 3PM & 8PM 34
CPD PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS 29 OCT 10AM 41
Comedy EXPLORING THEATRE CRAFT NOV-DEC 45
ROSS BROWNE – BOJANGLE 28 SEP 8PM 14 LEAVING CERT REVISION DAY 05 NOV 10.30AM 45
FRED COOKE – FRED SPACE 05 OCT 8.15PM 16 FRANCIS FOOTWORK - COISCÉIM 06 NOV 10AM & 12 NOON 26
DES BISHOP - TAKE THE POINTS 08 NOV 8PM 27 FOCUS ON DRAWING 14 NOV 10AM / 12.30PM 41
DIRT BIRDS SELF HELP TOUR 05 DEC 8PM 31 ELF - SCHOOL SCREENING 16 DEC 11.30AM 35
HOME ALONE 2 - SCHOOL SCREENING 17 DEC 11.30AM 35
Dance
FRANCIS FOOTWORK - COISCÉIM 05 NOV 7PM 26 Exhibitions, Visual Arts, Residencies
SWAN LAKE - BALLET IRELAND 22-23 NOV 8PM 29 ESTUARY & ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMME 12 SEP-16 NOV 48-49
AMHARC FHINE GALL 12TH EDITION 11 DEC-22 FEB 50
Film INCUBATE STUDIO RESIDENCIES VARIOUS 51
APOLLO 11 (2019) 11 SEP 7.30PM 08
MICHAEL MCLOUGHLIN – ARTIST IN RESIDENCE 2017-2019 52
CULTURE NIGHT FREE SCREENINGS 20 SEP 4PM-10PM 10
CEOL CONNECTED – THEATRE COMPANY IN RESIDENCE 53
FINDING DORY (2016) 28 SEP 3PM 13
ARTISTIC COLLABORATIONS 54-58
RED JOAN (2018) 09 OCT 7.30PM 16
ARTISTIC COLLABORATIONS 47-50
06 07FILM SCHOOL & FAMILY
Apollo 11 (2019) LEAF - Ceol Connected
WED 11 SEP 7.30PM Main Auditorium €7.50 / €6 conc / €5 children FRI 13 SEP 10AM & 12 NOON SAT 14 SEP 2PM & 4PM / TUE 17-WED
CERT: G Language: English Dur: 93 mins 18 SEP 10AM & 12 NOON Draíocht Studio €5 Per Child (Accompanying
adults free) / Age 3-8 yrs / Dur 45 mins
Crafted from a newly discovered trove of never-before seen footage and
audio recordings, Apollo 11 takes us straight to the heart of NASA’s most What is it like to live on a giant leaf? Prepare for whooshing winds, gigantic
celebrated mission - the one that first put men on the moon, and forever raindrops, busy bugs, and bursts of colourful canopy in this joyful multi-
made Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin into household names. Immersed sensory performance designed for children with complex needs. With the
in the perspectives of the astronauts, the team in Mission Control, and gentle unfurling of a leaf, a soothing sensory world is brought to life through
the millions of spectators on the ground, we vividly experience those music and song, light, smell, movement, and touch. Each show is limited to
momentous days and hours in 1969 when humankind took a giant leap into 6 children and is suited to special needs crèches & pre-schools as well as for
the future. ‘Astonishing … takes your breath away.’ Indie Wire children and their guardian/carer.
MUSIC MUSIC
Autumn Sounds 2019 The Legend of Luke Kelly with Chris
THU 12 SEP 7.30PM Main Auditorium €12 / €8 conc
Kavanagh
SAT 14 SEP 8PM Main Auditorium €20 / €18 conc
Duo Chagall, the celebrated partnership of Fingal-born violinist Gillian
Williams and French cellist Arun Rao, are proud to present The Fingal On 30th January 1984, it is said that the whole of Dublin grieved the early
Ensemble, a sensational 16-piece string group, officially launched in March death of Dubliner legend Luke Kelly, who has left an indelible mark as being
2019 for the 25th Anniversary Celebrations of Co. Fingal. Audiences can the greatest folk artist of the 20th Century and whose music is widely
look forward to Vivaldi’s ever-popular ‘The Four Seasons’, Mozart’s ‘Eine regarded as one of Ireland’s cultural treasures. Singer-songwriter and multi-
Kleine Nachtmusik’, as well as works by Tchaikovsky and Dublin-born instrumentalist Chris Kavanagh has a love and passion for Luke Kelly’s music
composer Arthur Duff’s ‘Irish Suite for Strings’, written in 1940. and when Chris sings, his talents capture the depth and passion of the great
man that he was so heavily influenced by.
08 09Culture Night at Draíocht 2019
FRI 20 SEP 4PM-10PM All Events are Free but Ticketed
Pre-booking advised tel 01-8852622 or Register On The Day/Night
FREE SCREENINGS FOR CHILDREN
4PM / Shorts for Wee Ones / Dur 45 mins / Ages 3+ / CERT: G SCREENINGS FOR CHILDREN
5.30PM / Shorts for Middle Ones / Dur 55 mins / Ages 8+ / CERT: G
Enjoy tales of a mystery fish who will only swim at the surface of the sea, a
large green bird having some difficulties with a big bell and a very frisky egg,
plus the coolest, funkiest Tyrannosaurus Rex of all time. See how an old,
forgotten Rubik’s Cube finds a whole new audience and visit a chic Parisian
restaurant with a truly unique menu.
YOUTH THEATRE CULTURE
7PM-8PM Ages 14-18 Yrs Draíocht Workshop Room YOUTH THEATRE CULTURE
D15 Youth Theatre members welcome you into their world … bring a friend,
introduce them to Draíocht and dip your toe into the waters of a fun Youth
Theatre Workshop.
GALLERY TOUR & TALK
7PM-8PM Draíocht Galleries
Join us for a curator’s tour of ‘Estuary’ exploring key themes and artworks
in this major exhibition. The curators Una Sealy RHA, James English RHA, GALLERY TALK & TOUR
Joshua Sex and Sanja Todorovic will guide you through the collection.
OUR PLACE OUR STORIES
6PM Draíocht Foyer & Studio / 7.30PM-8.30PM Draíocht Studio
Experience live performances and video stories from our 6 artist partners
and their groups. Mulhuddart Men’s Shed (Shaun Dunne), Mulhuddart
Boxing Academy (Junk Ensemble), Daughters of Charity, Blakestown (Jody
O’Neill), Foroige (Colm Keegan), Olaedo - Nigerian’s Women’s Group and
Maureens’ Group (FeiliSpeaks), Hartstown Community College and Pobal OUR PLACE OUR STORIES
Scoil Setanta (Dylan Coburn Gray). Read more pg 57.
FREE MOVIE SCREENING: Gloria Bell (2018)
8.30PM / Dur 102 mins / Cert 15A
Gloria (Julianne Moore), a free spirited divorcée, spends her days selling
insurance and her nights dancing to disco anthems at an LA singles club
for the over fifties. She finds romance with newly-divorced Arnold (John
Turturro), and embarks on the complicated, joyful journey of new found
love. GLORIA BELL
10 11MUSIC DRAMA
Sinatra - Best of the Best Crowman starring Jon Kenny
Ken Kirwan & his Swing Band
FRI 27 SEP 8PM Main Auditorium €20 / €18 conc Age 15+ Dur 65 mins
SAT 21 SEP 8PM Main Auditorium €22 / €20 conc
Following the sell-out success of The Matchmaker last season, Jon Kenny
Ken Kirwan & his Swing Band will take you back to the days of Vegas with his
(D’Unbelievables) is back with his intimate one-man show. Crowman is a
‘Sinatra – Best of the Best’ show. From full-throttle belters that will bring the
window into the soul of lonely bachelor, Dan. Feeling like an outsider looking
house down to whispered speech level songs Frank was famous for. Ken’s
in on the community, Dan soon discovers that he is not as much an outsider
delivery is always right and befitting of the originals, featuring hits such as
as he thinks. At times poignant and tragic but filled with warmth and
‘My Way’, ‘Lady is a Tramp’, ‘That’s Life’, ‘New York, New York’, ‘Mac the
humour, Jon slips seamlessly in and out of numerous, uproariously funny
Knife’, ‘Leroy Brown’ and many more. With very special guests on the night
characters with his own unique and hilarious humour. ‘Kenny is brilliant in
and a 12 piece Gospel Choir, this show is a must see!
the role.’ Irish Examiner ‘Brilliant.’ ARENA, RTE 1
MUSIC
FILM
The Songs & Poems of Percy French Finding Dory (2016)
TUE 24 SEP 8PM Main Auditorium €15 Sensory Friendly Family Screening
SAT 28 SEP 3PM DraÍocht Studio €5 adults & children Dur: 97 mins
Laugh, sing and maybe even shed a tear with the 18 strong Percy French
Troubadours, who invite you to join with them again for this evening of
songs, poems and sketches by Percy French. Featuring all-time favourites Dory (Ellen DeGeneres) is a wide-eyed, blue tang fish who suffers from
‘Are ye right there Michael?’, ‘The Darling Girl from Clare’, ‘To The West’, memory loss every 10 seconds or so. The one thing she can remember is
‘The Four Farrellys’ and ‘Abdul Abulbul Amir’ (Percy’s first successful song), that she somehow became separated from her parents as a child. With help
they’ll even give you a sheet with all the words to sing along! The Percy from her friends Nemo and Marlin, Dory embarks on an epic adventure
French Troubadours have clocked up an impressive number of gigs as they to find them. Enjoy our Sensory Screening with lowered volume, lights on
continue fundraising for a variety of local charities. Having already raised at low level, small audience size and the ability to make noise and move
over €80,000, this night will be in aid of CASA. around freely during the screening if you wish.
12 13COMEDY DRAMA
Ross Browne – Bojangle The Alternative - A PLAY FOR IRELAND
SAT 28 SEP 8PM Main Auditorium €18 / €16 conc Age 15+ Fishamble: The New Play Company
Dublin Theatre Festival 2019
FRI 04 OCT 8PM / SAT 05 OCT 2.30PM & 8PM Main Auditorium
€20 / €18 conc / Groups 10+ €16 €16
Sit back and enjoy the tragedy of a man struggling to cope with the world
around him. Physically out of step, mentally off balance and instinctively at
odds with everything around him. Whether it’s responsibilities, parenting,
marriage, death, losing the ability to dance, or coming to terms with a body
that feels like a melting candle; Ross Browne shines a comedy torch on the
world and brings light to any situation.
‘He’s going to be huge.’ The Sun ‘Genius!’ Jason Byrne
‘Outstanding.’ David MacSavage ‘Utterly bonkers.’ Lucy Kennedy
MUSIC
Jimmy Buckley
with Special Guest Claudia Buckley What if Ireland was still part of the United Kingdom? What if Home Rule
THU 03 OCT 8PM Main Auditorium €25 had passed? What if there was no War of Independence? No Civil War? No
partition? What if the island had only one soccer team? The year is 2019
and it is the eve of the Referendum. British Prime Minister Ursula Lysaght is
returning to her hometown of Dublin to convince voters to Remain. With the
threat of chaos in the streets, and personal conflict behind the scenes, the
final debate is set to begin at BBC Dublin: Should Ireland leave the UK?
The Alternative by Michael Patrick and Oisín Kearney is the chosen play from
the A Play for Ireland project. As part of its 30th year in 2018, Fishamble set
out to find one big, ambitious play, that bursts with humanity, and tackles a
subject about which the playwright feels passionate - A PLAY FOR IRELAND.
This was a two-year process, in association with Draíocht, The Everyman,
Jimmy Buckley is without a doubt one of Ireland’s best loved and most
Lime Tree Theatre/Belltable, Lyric Theatre, Pavilion Theatre, and Town Hall
respected performers. Jimmy possesses a very rare talent, not only as a
Theatre, which encouraged writers to create ambitious plays that burst with
phenomenal singer but also as a hilarious mimic of other major stars. His
humanity. Starring: Karen Ardiff, Lorcan Cranitch, Maeve Fitzgerald, Fionntan
show contains a wide variety of material, from country, big ballads and
Larney, Rory Nolan, Rachel O’Byrne and Arthur Riordan. Written by Michael
tribute medleys to the greats of country music Hank Williams and Charlie
Patrick and Oisín Kearney. Directed by Jim Culleton
Pride. Along with his magnificent band, Jimmy will entertain you superbly and
looks forward to meeting friends old and new. Jimmy’s Special Guest on the Age suitability: 14yrs+ (contains scenes with strong language and depictions
night is his daughter Claudia Buckley. of violence)
14 15COMEDY SCHOOL FILM
Fred Cooke - Fred Space Romeo & Juliet (1996)
SAT 05 OCT 8.15PM Draíocht Studio €15 Age 15+ THU 10 OCT 10.30AM Main Auditorium €7 adults / €5 children / 2 teachers
free per class of 20+ CERT: 12 Language: English Dur: 120 mins
Fred Cooke has left his twinkle toes behind him from ‘Dancing with the
Stars’ and has taken to the road. ‘Fred Space’ has brought Cooke to a
whole new level of comical mayhem placing him in the ‘Premier league of
Irish funnymen’ (Hot Press), while his famous guitar plucking panache
enables him to paint comical situations before delivering unexpected killer
punchlines that leave his audience ‘elevated to hilarity’ (The Scotsman). Sit
back and enjoy a performer with enough ‘energy to power a small village in
the west of Kerry’ (The Laughter Lounge).
FILM
Red Joan (2018) The classic Shakespearean romantic tragedy is updated by director Baz
Luhrmann to a post-modern Verona Beach where swords are merely a brand
WED 09 OCT 7.30PM Main Auditorium €7.50 / €6 conc of gun and bored youths are easily spurred toward violence.
CERT: 15A Language: English Dur: 110 mins
Longtime rivals in religion and business, the Montagues and the Capulets
share a page from the Jets and Sharks of West Side Story when they form
rival gangs. At a party thrown by the Capulets, their teenage children, Romeo
Montague (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Juliet Capulet (Clare Danes), meet and
quickly fall in love. They race towards a secret marriage, and when it seems
that there may be some hope to bring the two warring sides together, events
take a tragic turn.
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Claire Danes, Brian Dennehy, John Leguizamo,
Pete Postlethwaite.
This season Draíocht collaborates with Access Cinema to bring ‘Romeo &
In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award winner Juliet’ for Secondary School Students. Recommended age: 12+
Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Suddenly, her tranquil
existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by MI5. For Joan has
been hiding an incredible past; she is one of the most influential spies in
living history. Inspired by an extraordinary true story, Red Joan is the taut
and emotional discovery of one woman’s sacrifice in the face of incredible
circumstances. A woman to whom we perhaps all owe our freedom. From
Director Trevor Nunn. Starring: Judi Dench, Sophie Cookson, Stephen
Campbell Moore and Tom Hughes.
16 17SCHOOL & FAMILY DRAMA
BigKidLittleKid SPLICED
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures Chalk it Down Productions
FRI 11 OCT 12 NOON & 2PM SAT 12 OCT 12 NOON, 2PM & 4PM WED 16 OCT 8.15PM Draíocht Studio €18 / €16 conc
Draíocht Studio €7 adults / €5 children / 2 teachers free per class of 20+ /
Age 3-6 yrs / Dur: 30 mins + 10 mins playtime
In a handball alley between three concrete walls, a conversation is taking
place between a hurler, an artist and a musician. Timmy is contemplating life
BigKidLittleKid is a quirky, playful, energetic and engaging look at being on outside the sporting institution that raised him: the GAA. Must he go back to
your own and being with someone else; and how size can really matter. Are fully understand? Where is the individual within the team? Why are emotions
you a big kid or a little kid? Or both? BigKidLittleKid promises to delight suppressed for a stronger exterior? Can we talk about this?
and enchant its audiences with its unique take on the complicated world of
‘Spliced’ is an autobiographical multi-disciplinary piece from one of the
sibling rivalry.
country’s most exciting upcoming writers and performers, Timmy Creed.
This new show for audiences aged 3-6 years and their adults is created by Hard-hitting, honest and brave; this new collaboration by Creed, along with
Anna Newell, described by The Guardian as ‘a hero of children’s theatre’ and David Mathúna (visual artist), Chris Somers (composer), produced by
by the Irish Times as an ‘early years theatre pioneer’, with music by David Mags Keohane, and directed by Gina Moxley, shines a light on the fragility of
Goodall, with whom Anna has created shows for early years audiences that the sportsman behind the mask, and begins a conversation about identity
have been seen on 5 continents and off-Broadway. and mental health in Ireland’s largest sporting institution, the GAA.
2019 full production funded by the Arts Council/An Chomhairle Ealaíon Written & Performed by Timmy Creed
in partnership with The Civic, Tallaght; the Mermaid, Bray and Draíocht, Directed by Gina Moxley
Blanchardstown. (Initial R&D funding by the Pavilion, Dun Laoghaire & the Age 14+ / Dur: 60 mins
Mermaid, Bray).
‘A love song to the GAA.’ Tim Crouch
18 19SCHOOL & FAMILY MUSIC
The Dig by Paul Curley Route 66 Big Band Live in Concert
FRI 18 OCT 10.15AM & 12.15PM SAT 19 OCT 2PM & 4PM SAT 19 OCT 8PM Main Auditorium €22 / €20 conc
Draíocht Studio €7 adults / €5 children / 2 teachers free per class of 20+ /
Age 7-10 yrs / Dur: 45 mins
The 16 piece Big Band Route 66, with special guest singers, make a welcome
return to Draíocht following their great success last year. Their show takes
All his life Mac has wanted to be an Archaeologist, to be an expert in finding you on a magical musical tour from the 40’s right up to date with numbers
things and working out what they mean. If only he could stick to the facts made famous by Count Basie, Frank Sinatra, Glen Miller, Tom Jones, Adele,
and not get carried away with his highfalutin stories. But in a world where Joe Dolan, Tina Turner, Van Morrison, Ella Fitzgerald and many more.
facts and figures mean so much more than fairy tale and fantasy, Mac has to Made up of experienced musicians from Dublin, Meath and Kildare, with a
dig deeper to prove what he finds is what he thinks it is. Will people believe fabulous brass and saxophone section, they are perfectly blended together
him, or is this just another of his tall tales? to produce the very best in Big Band entertainment.
FILM
MUSIC Float Like A Butterfly (2018)
Jake Carter WED 23 OCT 7.30PM Main Auditorium €7.50 / €6 conc
CERT: 15A Language: English Dur: 101 mins
FRI 18 OCT 8PM Main Auditorium €22
Francis (Hazel Doupe) is a 15 year old Traveller girl who, as a huge fan
Fresh off the back of what has been a roller coaster 18 months for Jake
of Mohammad Ali, trains herself into a state of boxing excellence. She is
Carter, the pop singer and Dancing With The Stars 2018 winner has enjoyed
determined to make her ex-convict father Michael (Dara Devaney) proud.
enormous success in recent times with his recent single releases, as well
Patriarchal and controlling, he is too defeated himself to imagine any better
as packing out venues across the country including Dublin’s Vicar St. and
for his daughter and demands that Francis adhere to tradition and leave her
Cork Opera House. With multiple TV projects also on the go, the 20 year
love of boxing behind. But Francis was not born to be broken. In the mother
old pop singer is delighted to be getting back on stage with his live band and
of all fights, she must dig deep to find in herself the champion her father
showcasing his latest music in what promises to be a fun filled live concert
once knew her to be.
with plenty of surprises!
20 21SCHOOL FILM DRAMA
Hamlet by William Shakespeare MadHouse by Una McKevitt & PJ Gallagher
National Theatre Live Screening (2015) Starring Katherine Lynch & Shane O’Reilly
THU 24 OCT 10.30AM Main Auditorium €7 adults / €5 children / 2 teachers SAT 26 OCT 8PM Main Auditorium €16
Free per class of 20+ CERT: 12A Language: English Dur: 170 mins €20 / €18 conc / Groups 10+ €16 / Dur: 65 mins
As a country arms itself for war, a family tears itself apart. Forced to avenge
his father’s death but paralysed by the task ahead, Hamlet rages against the
impossibility of his predicament, threatening both his sanity and the security
of the state. This production renders Shakespeare’s protagonist identifiable
to a new generation. Lyndsey Turner directs with visual flair and gothic
sensibility while Benedict Cumberbatch delivers a masterful interpretation of
a Hamlet profoundly torn. This screening is presented in association with IFI
Education, for TY and senior cycle students.
MUSIC When Bobby was 10, his Ma moved 6 men with schizophrenia into the family
home to look after. Like things weren’t mad enough already. Confronted
Just for Old Times Sake - The Farewell Tour with memories of his childhood after his Da dies, Bobby’s past begins to
An Evening of Variety with Dickie Rock & Friends collide with the present. It’s raining outside and he’s stuck indoors; Ma’s
FRI 25 OCT 8PM Main Auditorium €30 / €27.50 conc restocking the industrial-sized pill cabinet, Da’s in the pub, Martin’s doing
laps of the garden, Marv is missing and Mump can see a gorilla in the hall.
Madhouse is based on the true life story of comedian PJ Gallagher.
‘Madhouse is crazy good. It’s a pacy, brilliantly written production full
of PJ’s trademark humour - honest and observational without ever
being cruel.’ ★★★★★ www.dublinlive.ie
‘Comic coming of age story.’ ★★★★ The Irish Times
‘A joyously kind, touching piece and very funny.’ Sunday Independent
Dickie Rock is one of Ireland’s most loved and recognised singers and still
attracts a huge following of fans from all around the world. He has been
performing and packing out venues throughout Ireland and Europe for over Age 14+ (contains strong language and scenes of a sexual nature)
fifty years and is still going as strong as ever! Joining Dickie, is Star of Sunshine
Madhouse premiered at the Abbey Theatre on the Peacock stage during Dublin Fringe
Radio, Paddy Cole, legendary in Irish show business, ever since he first came
Festival 2018 and is supported by The Arts Council, Project Arts Centre and The
to prominence in the 1960s with the Capitol Showband. Very special guests on
Pavilion Theatre.
the night include Funny Friday’s Sil Fox with host and compere George Hunter.
22 23MUSIC DRAMA
Frankie’s Guys Eggsistentialism
A celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Written & Performed by Joanne Ryan
THU 31 OCT - FRI 01 NOV 8PM Main Auditorium €25 SAT 02 NOV 8PM Main Auditorium €18 / €16 conc €15
Back by popular demand ... ‘Frankie’s Guys - A celebration of ‘Frankie Valli
& The Four Seasons’ is a fast paced, energetic production with an authentic
live concert feel. Putting their own charismatic stamp on timeless classics
such as, ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’, ‘Walk Like A Man’, ‘Sherry’ & ‘Oh What A Night’,
the boys take you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane and remind you
exactly why ‘The Four Seasons’ sold over 100 million records and earned
themselves a place in the prestigious ‘Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’.
Joanne Ryan’s internationally acclaimed, multi award-winning show is a
funny, tender and moving exploration of reproduction in 21st-Century
Ireland. Looking down the barrel of her final fertile years, one modern Irish
woman goes on a comical quest to uncover the ifs, hows and crucially the
whys of reproducing her genes. Mixing animation with stand-up, monologue
and hilarious recorded interjections from Ryan’s mother, Eggsistentialism
takes a light-hearted but unflinching look at one of life’s most compelling
dilemmas: should making a life for oneself involve making another?
Dur 60 mins /Age 14+/ Some strong language.
Directed by Veronica Coburn.
Winner of The Lustrum Award, The Melbourne Fringe Tour Ready Award, Sydney
Fringe’s Critics’ Pick Award, Best Storytelling Bouquet at Edinburgh Festival and
nominated for Best Performance at Melbourne Fringe. Funded by The Strollers
Network Touring Production Award. Supported by Limerick Culture and Arts
Department, Limerick City and County Council.
‘Deeply relatable. Universally political.’ ★★★★ The Scotsman
‘Close to a masterpiece; intelligent, thoughtful, wry, funny, and above
all, loving.’ The Sunday Independent
‘An absolute gem of a show … A must-see; a deeply personal play with
universal appeal. Don’t miss it.’ ★★★★★ Bouquets and Brickbats
24 25DANCE COMEDY
Francis Footwork - CoisCéim Dance Theatre Des Bishop - Take The Points
Written & Directed by David Bolger FRI 08 NOV 8PM Main Auditorium €25 / €23 conc
TUE 05 NOV 7PM / WED 06 NOV 10AM & 12 NOON
Main Auditorium / €7 adults / €5 children / 2 teachers free per class of 20+ /
Age 6+ yrs / Dur: 55 mins
That’s good advice on the pitch but an even better metaphor for life,
especially when you don’t take advice well. How hard can it be for a man
to say “point taken!” Des Bishop’s new show tries to digest the incredible
changes we have seen in society in the last year and a half. Me too, consent,
Once upon a dance floor … in a kingdom not so far away, lived Francis trump, the 8th and how divided everyone is online. Everyone welcome,
Footwork. Now, Francis Footwork is no ordinary girl - she is an extraordinary snowflakes, the easily offended, those that complain about people being
dancer. When young King Two Lefties ascends to the throne, he is convinced offended, PC and non PC people, religious people and atheists. We all have
by trusted adviser Colonel Headbanger to rule the land with an iron fist. He points to take and goals to come!
wants to end all dancing. Francis and her friends come together to teach him
a dance lesson he will never forget! CoisCéim is proud to be funded by the
Arts Council and supported by Dublin City Council. MUSICAL
MUSIC
Made in Dagenham The Musical
Magical Mozart by Candlelight Coolmine Musical Society
European Baroque Ensemble TUE 12 - SAT 16 NOV 8PM Main Auditorium €25
THU 07 NOV 8PM Main Auditorium €22 / €20 conc €18
Set in the swinging sixties, Made in Dagenham is based on a real life strike in
From the producers of A Viennese Strauss Gala, this sumptuous fully the Ford Factory in Dagenham in June 1968. It is more than 50 years since
costumed show immerses us in the wonderful music and the classical baroque these amazing characters stood up for their rights, which led to the Equal
world of one of the world’s greatest romantic composers - Wolfgang Amadeus Pay Act of 1970. Coolmine Musical Society is delighted to be taking to the
Mozart. With beautiful settings, costumes, lighting, and of course candles, the stage with the Dublin Premiere of this show. This witty and fun show will bring
European Baroque Ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back everybody out for a great night’s entertainment!
to the sumptuous past.
‘A sublime evening … magical, it certainly was!’ Jersey Evening Post
26 27MUSIC DANCE
Robert Mizzell and the Country Kings Swan Lake - Ballet Ireland
TUE 19 NOV 8PM Main Auditorium €25 / €23 conc FRI 22 - SAT 23 NOV 8PM Main Auditorium
€25 / €23 conc / €18 (under 16s)
Robert Mizzell has made Ireland his home for over 20 years. He served his
apprenticeship in Country Music since he first arrived here and is now one This most famous of ballets, combines romantic themes, classical technique
of the top Country Music Artists in Ireland, enjoying huge success all around and ethereal imagery together with Tchaikovsky’s majestic score, to ensure
the country. He has released 12 solo studio albums and 2 full length DVD’s this masterpiece’s immortality. Swan Lake tells the story of Odette, a
to date and is constantly touring Ireland and the UK with his band. ‘Kick Ass beautiful princess, who by day is turned into a swan by evil magician Von
Country’ was Robert’s first major hit, but it was the song ‘Say You Love Me’ Rothbart, only to regain her human form at night. Out hunting by the
that made him a household name in Ireland. Lakeside, Prince Siegfried encounters her and falls madly in love with her.
But will he be able to break Von Rothbart’s spell…?
‘Moving production … beautifully choreographed.’
FILM
The Sunday Business Post
Photograph (2019) ‘Exuberant and beautiful production.’ Irish Mail on Sunday
WED 20 NOV 7.30PM Main Auditorium €7.50 / €6 conc
MUSIC
CERT: 15A Language: Indian (English Subtitles) Dur: 110 mins
ABBA Forever - The Christmas Show
TUE 26 - WED 27 NOV 8PM Main Auditorium €20 / €18 conc
A struggling Mumbai street photographer pressured to marry by his
grandmother convinces a shy stranger to pose as his fiancée during a family
visit. Despite vast cultural differences, the pair develop a surprising connection
that challenges their worldviews in a wistful and funny romance from Ritesh It’s always party time when ABBA are about, but when it’s the Christmas Show,
Batra (The Lunchbox). Starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Sanya Malhotra. then that’s a real excuse for a party! This happy sing-a-long tribute celebrates
with a loud and proud fanfare! It’s the perfect way to start your Christmas
‘A quiet charmer’. The Hollywood Reporter celebrations! So, MAMMA MIA, here we go again! My My How can we resist
‘ … feels like a throwback to the old-fashioned big screen romances of you! A cracker of a show. Great vocals from singers Lucinda and Marie, great
yore.’ Screen International playing from Denis and Rae and terrific audiovisuals to bring you back in time
to seminal ABBA moments!
28 29DRAMA FILM
CLASS Love Actually (2003)
by Iseult Golden and David Horan WED 04 DEC 7.30PM Main Auditorium €7.50 / €6 conc
FRI 29 - SAT 30 NOV 8PM Main Auditorium €18 / €16 conc CERT: 15PG Language: English Dur: 129 mins
Love Actually is the ultimate romantic comedy from the makers of Bridget
Jones’s Diary and Notting Hill. Funny, irresistible and heart-warming, an
all-star cast (Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson, Alan Rickman, Colin Firth, Keira
Knightley, Laura Linney and Emma Thompson, to name a few!) will take you
on a breathtaking tour of love’s delightful twists and turns. Fall under the
spell of Love Actually and share the laughs and charm again and again.
COMEDY
A parent-teacher meeting goes very wrong in CLASS - a new play about Dirt Birds Self Help Tour
learning difficulties: in school, in life, wherever. Brian and Donna’s son is nine With Sinead Culbert and Sue Collins
years old, and he’s struggling. That’s what his teacher says. Says he should
see a psychologist. But Brian and Donna – recently separated – never liked THU 05 DEC 8PM Main Auditorium €20 / €18 conc
school, never liked teachers. So are they going to trust this one?
And should they?
CLASS is an explosive triple confrontation in a classroom over learning
difficulties, love and entitlement. Funny, heartbreaking and beautifully
observed, with rave reviews and a sold-out run at the Abbey Theatre, CLASS
is new Irish writing at its finest. The show sold out before opening in Dublin
and Galway and has had an extraordinary response from audiences and
critics alike wherever it plays.
Cast includes Stephen Jones and Will O’Connell.
If making the school lunches, doing the jaysus homework and dodging the
‘With an outstanding cast, a laugh-out-loud yet gut-wrenching story,
guards because your NCT is out by two years is sending you over the edge, you
this thoroughly enjoyable show reflects our fractured zeitgeist
are not alone. This rip-roaring two hours of comedy gold is a unique blend of
brilliantly.’ ★★★★★ Sunday Times Ireland hilarious sketch comedy and stand up. Brand new characters take to the stage
‘Three terrific performances, two exceptional writers and directors, along with some of the well-known favourites.
and one extraordinarily brilliant script’. ★★★★★ The Arts Review ‘Sinead and Sue … are passionate mothers themselves and have first-
hand experience of life’s challenges.’ The Independent
30 31FAMILY DRAMA
Baby’s First Xmas Christmas Gothic
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures Dyad Productions starring Rebecca Vaughan
FRI 06 - SAT 07 DEC 11AM / 12 NOON / 1PM TUE 10 DEC 8PM Main Auditorium €18 / €16 conc €15
Draíocht Studio €5 Per Child (Accompanying Adult Free) / Ages 0-12
months / Dur: 20 mins + some playtime
Christmas: a time to remember the past, celebrate the present, and look
to the future; a time of feasts and festivities; of holly and mistletoe; a time
of visits and visitations. A time of ghosts. Come in from the cold and enter
Baby’s First Xmas is a gentle magical wonderland of gorgeous harmony
into the Christmas spirit as a dark and spectral woman tells haunting tales
singing, little lights and enticing textures. Created for babies under one year
of the festive season, lighting a candle to the frailties of human nature and
old by Anna Newell and David Goodall, whose work for Early Years audiences
illuminating the cold and chilling depths of the bleak, wintry dark …
has been seen on five continents. This brand new Xmas show promises to
delight and entrance the very tiniest of audience members. Each baby can ‘A macabre masterpiece. Ghostly, grisly and gorgeous. Don’t miss it.’
bring one adult guest (max capacity 8 babies / 8 guardians per show). ★★★★★ Three Weeks
MUSIC MUSIC
Blanchardstown School of Music Christmas Coolmine Christmas Gala Concert –
Showcase Merry Christmas
FRI 06 DEC 7.30PM Main Auditorium €8 THU 12 DEC 8PM Main Auditorium €15
Blanchardstown School of Music return to Draíocht for their Christmas Coolmine invites you to join them for what has become a Christmas tradition,
Showcase, featuring the talent of their students ranging from Singing, Piano, a night of yuletide music and some other favourite songs from the stage and
Drums, Violin and Guitar. With some festive inspired pieces along with some screen. All are welcome to this evening where the importance of community,
of the students exam preparation work, it will be an evening of fantastic friends and family will be celebrated with fantastic musical acts such as the
music and upbeat performances! Blanchardstown School of Music is based in Blanchardstown Brass Band, Mary McGahann, Bob Linehan, the St Brigid’s
Coolmine Industrial Estate. Established in 2008 it has steadily grown since then Choirs and other surprise acts on the night. All proceeds on the night will go
with a wide variety of music lessons available in all instruments. towards the vital addiction recovery services provided by Coolmine.
32 33MUSIC SCHOOL FILM
Clonee Music Tuition Centre – Elf (2003)
10th Anniversary Concert MON 16 DEC 11.30AM Main Auditorium €7.50 / €6 conc / €5 children / 2
FRI 13 DEC 7.30PM Draíocht Studio €10 teachers free per class of 20+ CERT: PG Language: English Dur: 97 mins
Clonee Music Tuition Centre returns to Draíocht to celebrate 10 years of Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, a human baby raised in the North Pole to be an
music making in the community. Join them for what promises to be a most Elf. After wreaking havoc in the elf community due to his size, Buddy heads
enjoyable evening of music showcasing the talents of current and former to New York City to find his place in the world, and track down his father.
students. Celebrating their 10th Anniversary, soloists and ensembles will But everyone has forgotten the true meaning of Christmas, and it’s up to
perform an exciting selection of music and songs from different genres with Buddy and his simple elf ways to win over his family, realise his destiny and
some Christmas favourites for audience participation! Clonee Music Tuition ultimately, save Christmas!
Centre, established in 2009 provides instrumental and vocal tuition for
students of all ages and Pre-Instrumental Courses for younger children.
MUSIC SCHOOL FILM
Christmas with The Dublin Gospel Choir Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)
SAT 14 DEC 3PM €15 / 8PM €20 / €18 conc Main Auditorium TUE 17 DEC 11.30AM Main Auditorium €7.50 / €6 conc / €5 children / 2
teachers free per class of 20+ CERT: PG Language: English Dur: 120 mins
Start the Christmas season in style with Dublin Gospel Choir who bring
us a selection of Christmas favourites; some joyful, some uplifting, some Child-star Macaulay Culkin returns, in the role that made him famous, as
nostalgic and some just downright funky! Dublin Gospel Choir have long been Kevin McCallister, a precocious Chicago boy who mistakenly boards a plane
a household name in Ireland – versatile, passionate and vibrant, they uplift to New York while the rest of his large family wings to Florida. In Manhattan,
and energise with powerful voices and rich harmonies They have shared the he takes up residency at the Plaza Hotel, but his posh holiday is disrupted
stage with industry heavyweights such as Rod Stewart, John Legend, Kodaline, when he discovers that the Sticky Bandits (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern) are on
Outkast, Damien Rice and Ennio Morricone, to name but a few. the loose. Can he foil their plan to rob an elderly man’s toy store just before
Christmas?
34 35FILM
Coming Next Season –
It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)
Now Booking
WED 18 DEC 7.30PM Main Auditorium €7.50 / €6 conc / €5 children
CERT: G Language: English Dur: 129 mins
JANUARY - MUSIC
The Bee Gees Story
FRI 24-SAT 25 JAN 8PM
Main Auditorium €25 / €23 conc
JANUARY - MUSIC
Reeling in the Showbands
THU 30-FRI 31 JAN 8PM
This moving and beautifully told film is a true masterpiece of cinema. George Main Auditorium €32 / €30 conc
Bailey (James Stuart) is in turmoil, having been framed by his arch rival. He’s
torn between his own desires and aspirations, but struggling to always do the
FEBRUARY - DRAMA
right thing. This inner conflict proves too much for Bailey, who sees suicide
The Matchmaker
as the only option. In classic Hollywood style, Heaven sends a guardian angel
SAT 01 FEB 8PM
to remind him how worthwhile his life has been and to treasure the good
times. Main Auditorium €20 / €18 conc
PANTO
FEBRUARY - COMEDY
Jason Byrne - Wrecked but Ready
Robin Hood The Panto
THU 06 - FRI 07 FEB 8PM
Coolmine Panto Group Main Auditorium €23
SAT 04-SUN 19 JAN Main Auditorium €22 / €19 conc
SAT 04 2PM & 7.30PM / SUN 05 1PM & 5.30PM
WED 08 7PM (RELAXED PERFORMANCE €19) / THU 09 7.30PM FEBRUARY - MUSIC
FRI 10 7.30PM / SAT 11 2PM & 7.30PM / SUN 12 1PM & 5.30PM Sharon Shannon
WED 15 7.30PM / THU 16 7.30PM / FRI 17 7.30PM
SAT 08 FEB 8PM
SAT 18 2PM & 7.30PM / SUN 19 2PM
Main Auditorium €23 / €20 conc
FEBRUARY - COMEDY
Neil Delamere - End of Watch
FRI 14 FEB 8PM
Main Auditorium €25 / €23 conc
MARCH – COMEDY
Catherine Bohart - Lemon
SAT 07 MAR 8PM
Join in the fun as Sir Robin of Locksley together with his Mother, Lady Main Auditorium €15
Rose Bud, draw swords and arrows with the money grabbing Sheriff of
Nothingdoing. Can Sir Robin rescue Maid Marion from the evil Sheriff? Fun and
laughter are guaranteed with Robin’s Merry Men, Friar Tuck and his Snoring Book Now tel 01-8852622
Monks and the Singing Nuns of Mirth. Full show details available on www.draiocht.ie
36 37Draíocht and Families
FREE FAMILY DAYS
This Season of family days are funded by Fingal County Council’s Arts
Office, as part of the ‘Estuary’ Exhibition programme.
Exploring More With Early Years Arts
This series of individual monthly workshops is intended to allow you and
your child to explore different art mediums in an open and undirected
way. There will be mess but there will also be fun! Cost: €5 per child per
workshop (accompanying adult is free). Box Office on 01-8852622.
Family Day: Rip, Snip, Cut, Create
SAT 21 SEP Draíocht Galleries 12PM-3PM
Taking inspiration from the range of landscapes in the exhibition
‘Estuary’(see pg 48) our artists we help you to create real and imagined
Baby Boogie collaged mix media landscapes by gluing, ripping, cutting, sticking, thinking,
chalking.
WED 25 SEPT 10.20AM-11.10AM & 11.30AM-12.20PM (50 MINS)
Family Day: Meet The Artist, Make Some Art
Baby Boogie is a fun movement class lead by Jo Quinn, with musical
instruments, parachutes, bubbles, feather blowing and scarf dancing. SAT 19 OCT Draíocht Galleries 12PM-3PM
Splish, Splash, Squash Families are invited to spend time in the Gallery, interact with the artworks
and respond to the compositions, materials, patterns, textures and themes
TUE 15 OCT 10AM-10.50AM & 12PM-12.50PM (50 MINS) that they encounter through creative and interactive workshops facilitated
by exhibiting artist Catherine Barron.
Anne Cradden will lead you on this journey of experimentation … splishing,
splashing and squashing with paint, paint brushes, fingers … and toes! You
need to dress for mess for this one!
Winter Printer
SAT 23 NOV Draíocht Galleries 12PM-3PM
Exploring Sound & Music
Create your reindeer and print him green, etch an elephant and add a red
FRI 08 NOV 10.15AM-11AM & 11.30AM-12.15PM (45 MINS) nose, stamp a tree with purple snow. Our artists will be on hand to show you
the techniques to print a Christmas Card and you can show us just how crazy
See and play music in a free and open environment with musician Eamon
your festive imagination can be!
Sweeney, using gongs, chimes, bells, ocean drums, simple percussion
instruments and song.
FAMILY DAY NOTES
WORKSHOP NOTES: Sessions are free, but space is limited. Max 50 per workshop
These workshops are designed for children aged 2-4 years. Please respect age limits SESSION 1: 12PM-12.50PM / SESSION 2: 1PM-1.50PM / SESSION 3: 2PM-2.50PM
as each workshop has been designed especially for this age range. All children must Dress for Mess. Unless otherwise stated workshops are designed for children from 5-10
be accompanied by an adult and all adults must be accompanied by a child. Where years, though younger and older siblings are welcome to take part. Please be aware that
indicated please DRESS FOR MESS and bring a change of clothes. These sessions are Draíocht’s Family Days are not designed for groups. All children must be accompanied
only suitable for one parent / guardian and accompanying child (without siblings). by an adult … and all adults must be accompanied by a child!
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38 39A Creative Crèche Project
Draíocht & Primary Schools
SEP-OCT
Early year’s artist Lucy Hill will bring the current exhibition ‘Estuary’ to life
CPD FOR PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS
(see page 48) for early years children and educators from local community TUE 29 OCT 10AM-3PM Draíocht Workshop Room
crèche services, through a series of explorative workshops. Together they
will creatively explore art materials and prominent themes of nature and Primary school teachers are invited to encounter the contemporary
the environment, igniting curiosity and the imagination along the way. The artworks featured in the current exhibition ‘Estuary’(see page 48) and
project will include a series of workshops that take place in the Gallery and participate in a responsive workshop led by professional artist, Clare Breen.
Teachers will be supported to enhance their artistic skills and expand
off-site in local crèche services. If you are a crèche in Dublin 15 and are
their approach to teaching in the classroom by exploring the potential
interested in getting involved in a future creative crèche programme please
of the gallery context as an educational resource for the Primary School
get in touch with Sarah, 01-809 8029 or sarah@draiocht.ie
curriculum. Fingal Arts Office is offering a stipend to support Fingal
teachers attend. For more information please contact julie.clarke@fingal.ie
Look, Talk, Draw, Play
CHILDREN’S GALLERY GUIDE
Come and pick up Draíocht’s new Children’s Gallery Guide (free from Box
Office) to help you and your family explore our exhibitions and building at
your own pace and in your own time. Our Box Office staff will assist you
with paper, clipboards, colouring pencils and a cushion! Look around the
building, talk about the artwork, draw with the viewfinder, play a game
in the gallery! This gallery guide was designed and created with generous FOCUS ON … Drawing With Atsushi Kaga
support from Creative Fingal’s Cruinniú na nÓg 2019 programme, an
An Appetite For Adventure
initiative of Creative Ireland, in collaboration with Kotryna Kotoviciute from
TU Dublin Blanchardstown’s, Creative Digital Media Degree course. THU 14 NOV Draíocht Workshop Room Cost: FREE
10AM-11.30AM OR 12.30PM-2PM Age Range: 5th-6th Class Pupils
As Part of the ‘Estuary’ exhibition programme (see pg 48), join us in the
gallery for ‘An Appetite for Adventure’. Exhibiting artist, Atsushi Kaga,
Christmas Felty Elf Making Workshop is here to guide you on an adventure that explores the development of
fictional characters through drawing. You will create and develop your
SAT 14 DEC Draíocht Workshop Room own unique fictional character, revealing their individuality through the
exploration of symbols, line, form, tone, texture and narrative.
€5 Per Child (Accompanying Adult Free)
Image: Atsushi Kaga
Workshop 1: 5-7 Years: 12.30PM-2PM (accompanying adult)
Workshop 2: 8-10 Years: 2.30PM-4PM (no accompanying adult)
Make your own Christmas Elf decoration with felt artist Gina Faustino, WORKSHOP NOTES:
creating and learning about felting from scratch, create your own piece of
Limited to 1 class per school but other classes are welcome to be part of a waiting list.
material from lamb’s wool and end with a unique Christmas creation! Early
Cost per class is FREE as this programme is funded by Fingal Arts Office as part of the
booking advised. Estuary Exhibition programme. Booking is essential, tel Box Office on (01) 8852622 /
Max of 30 students per class.
40 41Draíocht’s Artist in Your Classroom Initiative Print In Your Classroom
Workshops In Your Classroom With Draíocht’s Artists Age Range: 3rd-6th Class Duration: 2 Class Groups get 2 hr Workshop Each
MON 16 SEP - FRI 13 DEC Artist: Deirdre O’Reilly
Deirdre will introduce your pupils to a number of different print making
This programme aims to provide a range of high quality arts experiences for
techniques, before they work together to plan, create and produce a series
pupils and teachers in your own classroom, using Draíocht’s professional
of limited edition original prints. Print making allows pupils to explore
artists, at Primary level. Your school can choose from the range of specially
the endless possibilities of shape and colour, line and pattern and offers
selected and purposefully created school workshops below. This Season,
opportunities to create individual and collaborative works of art. All materials
pupils will have the opportunity to perform, print and sing. Workshops are
will be provided. A must-do cross curricular creative workshop for your class.
tailored to your class’s age and abilities.
Music And Singing In Your Classroom
Age Range: Adaptable To All Age Ranges Duration: 3 Class Groups get 60
min Workshop Each Artist: Dónal Kearney
This music and singing workshop introduces pupils to the potential of making
music with their own voice. The workshop focuses on building listening
skills, encouraging creative play, and creating music using the voice and the
instruments available in each school. Based on years of research in music
education and practical choral training, Dónal and his team at Fingal Academy
of Music, believe in the power of music engagement to transform lives.
Workshop Notes & Bookings
Workshops can take place from 16 September - 13 December 2019 on a
date of your choosing. Closing date for Bookings is Friday 08 November
2019 through Draíocht’s Box Office tel: 01-8852622
The programme is offered on a first come first served basis and is restricted
Drama In Your Classroom to schools within the Dublin 15 area. Each day is subsidised by Draíocht
and costs the school €120 including all materials. Schools are welcome to
Age Range: Adaptable To All Age Ranges Duration: Junior/Senior Inf: 4 Class
make multiple bookings, subject to artist availability, but due to budgetary
Groups get 45 min Workshop Each or 1st Class Upwards: 2 Class Groups
constraints, the above subsidised workshop rate is limited to two days per
get 1.5 hr Workshop Each Artist: Eimear Morrissey
school. For further details please contact Sarah on 01-809 8029 or email
Using a theme of your choice as a starting point, Eimear Morrissey sarah@draiocht.ie.
(pictured above)introduces pupils to the wonderful world of theatre
through imaginative fun collective group games. The workshop will explore Explore More - Primary School Tours
different ways of engaging the imagination, of thinking creatively, seeing,
listening, new ways of communicating and expression, as well as building If you would like your class to visit Draíocht’s two exhibitions spaces, to
confidence. Pupils will work together towards a common goal of creating encourage students to examine and voice their opinion about the artist
a short improvised performance piece, giving them the opportunity to and their work as well as exploring the rest of the buildings including our
experience the creation of something from nothing! two theatre spaces, backstage and dressing rooms please get in touch
with sarah@draiocht.ie. Tours will take 50 mins, are free and subject to
availability, max 30 pupils with accompanying teacher.
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