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EARLY YEARS: BabyLovesMusic

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

BabyLovesMusic is a unique concert for babies. BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy Robinson, of the Irish Chamber Orchestra. An eclectic musical journey with a distinctly Irish feel,

€10
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EARLY YEARS: BabyLovesMusic

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

BabyLovesMusic is a unique concert for babies. BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy Robinson, of the Irish Chamber Orchestra. An eclectic musical journey with a distinctly Irish feel,

€10
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EARLY YEARS: BabyLovesMusic

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

BabyLovesMusic is a unique concert for babies. BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy Robinson, of the Irish Chamber Orchestra. An eclectic musical journey with a distinctly Irish feel,

€10
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EARLY YEARS: BabyLovesMusic

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

BabyLovesMusic is a unique concert for babies. BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy Robinson, of the Irish Chamber Orchestra. An eclectic musical journey with a distinctly Irish feel,

€10
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EARLY YEARS: BabyLovesMusic

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

BabyLovesMusic is a unique concert for babies. BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy Robinson, of the Irish Chamber Orchestra. An eclectic musical journey with a distinctly Irish feel,

€10
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EARLY YEARS: Music & Sensory Play with Catherine Harnett

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Music and sensory play class for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years and parents in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Toddlers will be given the opportunity to learn through music, movement and play, and explore different textures and sounds. This class, led by music teacher Catherine Hartnett promotes adult-child interaction as well as interactions between

€10

FAMILY: Joe the Magician Presents It’s Magic!

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Joe the Magician is back! Yes, it's Joe from RTÉjr’s abraKIDabra and Dizzy Deliveries He’s back to Riverbank with his brand-new show It’s Magic! All new impossible magic and illusion that will have children all ages roaring laughing one minute and in complete awe the next. The show fuses magic, music, special effects and illusion that

€15 – €55
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Paul Curley and Draíocht Present Grey Matter

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

A new play for young audiences by Paul Curley and Ger Clancy. A scientist.  A parrot.  A lifelong friendship. Grey Matter explores the joyful relationship between a boy and his pet (African Grey) parrot as they  journey through life together, experiencing the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Performer and writer Paul Curley in

€10

Paul Curley and Draíocht Present Grey Matter

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

A new play for young audiences by Paul Curley and Ger Clancy. A scientist.  A parrot.  A lifelong friendship. Grey Matter explores the joyful relationship between a boy and his pet (African Grey) parrot as they  journey through life together, experiencing the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Performer and writer Paul Curley in

€10

Into the Deep: Stories of exploring the underwater world of the North Atlantic with Ken O’Sullivan 

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Ken O’Sullivan talks about his life and experiences as an underwater cameraman, documentary filmmaker and ocean conservationist in Ireland’s Atlantic waters. From freediving with blue whales, the largest animal ever to have lived, to filming sharks, dolphins, and the magical underwater world around Ireland and his family’s 250-year history on Fenit Island, Co. Kerry.  Ken

€10 – €17

Mavka: The Forest Song

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

In an enchanted Ukrainian forest, a spirited Mavka nymph falls in love with Lucas, a village artist. Their forbidden romance faces challenges from disapproving spirits and Mavka's protective father. As a dark force threatens the forest, Mavka and Lucas embark on a journey to save their worlds, learning about love, bravery, and the interconnectedness of

€4

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I AM BABA

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

I AM BABA a show for babies aged 0-12 months created by Anna Newell Funded by the Arts Council/An Chomhairle Ealaíon Presented in association with The Civic, Tallaght I AM BABA is a theatre adventure for babies created by internationally renowned theatre director Anna Newell (www.annanewell.ie) and composer David Goodall.  Their shows for early years have

€10

Kildare Jazz Festival: Ta Tum Tum! Workshop (3-6 Years)

Newbridge Town Hall Main Street, Newbridge, Kildare, Ireland

Listen to the beat of your heart and unleash your little one's creativity in this exciting samba workshop for ages 3-6 with musicians Kasia and William. Discover the building blocks of samba as we play with rhythm and melody and explore music through creative movement, singing, sound exploration and body percussion! Little ones and their

€5

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Polar Bear & Penguin by John Currivan & Paul Curley

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Polar Bear & Penguin, a charming play for young audiences written and performed by John Currivan & Paul Curley. The tale of an unlikely encounter between a Polar Bear and a Penguin. This is the story of polar opposite characters meeting for the first time, getting to know one another and learning how to survive

€10 – €32

A Very WhistleBlast Christmas

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

A Very WhistleBlast Christmas Show includes lots of favourites from Tchaikovsky to The Snowman, a-sing-along WhistleBlast Christmas Tale and other seasonal songs! Bell ringing and percussion for you to join in a joyful concert final. Performed by fun-loving musicians in a highly accessible presentation with Conor Linehan on piano, Ken Edge on sax and clarinet,

€10 – €32

The Greatest Showman Sing-a-Long

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Ladies and gents, this is the moment you've waited for...The world is singing along with the most entertaining movie of the year and now you can too with this special sing-a-long screening of The Greatest Showman, the Golden Globe winner for Best Original Song. It's your time to shine – have fun, sing loud and

€4

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First Fortnight: Befriending My Monster

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Befriending my Monster by Selma Daniel Dance Written by Grace Collender  “I have a little monster, Right inside my belly, She tickles me so quickly That I laugh and shake like jelly! She has a little house there, Number 33 Bellybutton Lane, The grass is made of sticky slime, And there’s even confetti for rain!”

€8 – €28
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Yoga Fairy Tales

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Poet and playwright Róisín Sheehy will take you on a storied adventure inspired by the heroes and heroines of Irish Folklore to awaken your imagination and power within.   There will also be a chance to go through a fun guided yoga flow with the Aquatic Yogi (Paul Donnelly) to live out your own adventures summoning

€10

The Speks

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

The Speks present a lively show of nursery rhymes and sing-along songs set to acoustic Irish music which will have adults and kids jumping in their seats! Their hand-clapping, toe-tapping, hearty-laughing show is all about life on Glasses Island – a magical island off the coast of Co. Clare where everybody wears glasses! The Speks have won a

€10

Kyle Riley: Little Folk – On the Road

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Nobody gets the kids jumping, stomping and singing like Kyle Riley. Little Folk- On The Road is his fun family concert perfectly suited for 2-7 year olds and their adults.   Featuring his award winning children’s music, catchy kids tunes and proper sing-a-long songs, it’s super fun for the whole family. The fun doesn’t stop

€10
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Making Waves

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Making Waves is an immersive multi-sensory dance theatre performance designed specifically for children & young people aged 8 to 13 years with mild to complex needs. This magical sea voyage sets sail in search of hidden treasure and along the way encounters rolling waves, sparkling fish and swooping gulls. Designed to be inclusive, audience members

€8

Seashells by Greg Sinclair

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Seashells, an intriguing exhibition by Greg Sinclair, invites viewers on a linguistic voyage through the whimsical world of tongue twisters. At the heart of this captivating display is a short video where Greg embarks on a linguistic adventure, reciting tongue twisters in various languages from Arabic to Urdu. With each repetition, Greg’s playful exploration of

Admission Free

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Music & Sensory Play with Catherine Hartnett

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Music and sensory play class for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years and parents in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Toddlers will be given the opportunity to learn through music, movement and play, and explore different textures and sounds. This class, led by music teacher Catherine Hartnett promotes adult-child interaction as well as interactions between

€10

National Drawing Day 2024 with Gráinne Bath Enright

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Join artist Gráinne Bath Enright on National Drawing Day as she hosts a free drop-in workshop which aims to inspire and encourage creative spirits of all ages! Gráinne will provide tips on the essentials, such as how to simplify shapes and develop various drawing and sketching techniques. Gráinne’s informal workshop aims to inspire you to

Free, drop-in

Crazy Crafts and Whimsical Words with Greg Sinclair

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Join us for this fun-filled workshop! ‘Seashells’ creator Greg Sinclair invites you and your family for 90mins of creativity and connection - where channelling your silliness is a must. The workshop is participatory, engaging and fun for children and adults alike. Together families will view the ‘Seashells’ film, gathering inspiration from the exquisite costumes and

€10

FAMILY CINEMA DOUBLE BILL: The Smeds and The Smoos and Superworm

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

The Smeds and The Smoos On a faraway planet, Janet and Bill meet in the Wurpular Wood and fall in love. Their families, the Smeds and the Smoos, cannot accept the match after generations of division. But when the two run away to elope, the warring families have no choice but to overcome their differences

€4

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Music & Sensory Play with Catherine Hartnett

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Music and sensory play class for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years and parents in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Toddlers will be given the opportunity to learn through music, movement and play, and explore different textures and sounds. This class, led by music teacher Catherine Hartnett promotes adult-child interaction as well as interactions between

€10

Cruinniú na nÓg 2024: Fighting Words

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Fighting Words Kildare are running a FREE creative writing workshop for children aged 8-12 years in celebration of Cruinniú na nÓg. This workshop is open to young writers and artists who would like a space to explore their own ideas and storytelling! We will work together as a group to write a story before inviting the

Free

Cruinniú na nÓg 2024: Pstryk!

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Pstryk! is an interactive musical experience designed for children aged 3-10 years. Featuring live music, this vibrant workshop will explore Polish and Irish folklore tunes, creative movement, spontaneous music creation, and a lot of fun! Led by Kasia Eliasz with Rafal Szydlowski on violin and Maciej Blizinski on double bass you will get to explore

free, booking essential
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NightLight

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

NightLight – a new concert from BabyLovesMusic. BabyLovesMusiccreate unique concerts for babies. NightLight –  inspired by lullabies, sleep, dreams, peace, rest, succour - is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy

€10
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NightLight

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

NightLight – a new concert from BabyLovesMusic. BabyLovesMusiccreate unique concerts for babies. NightLight –  inspired by lullabies, sleep, dreams, peace, rest, succour - is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy

€10
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NightLight

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

NightLight – a new concert from BabyLovesMusic. BabyLovesMusiccreate unique concerts for babies. NightLight –  inspired by lullabies, sleep, dreams, peace, rest, succour - is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy

€10
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NightLight

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

NightLight – a new concert from BabyLovesMusic. BabyLovesMusiccreate unique concerts for babies. NightLight –  inspired by lullabies, sleep, dreams, peace, rest, succour - is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months and their carers featuring four award-winning musicians – Tim Doyle, Kate Hearne, Anna Newell, and Eamon Sweeney – with musical arrangements by Malachy

€10

FAMILY CINEMA: Migration

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

From the creators of Despicable Me comes an adventure-filled new comedy about overcoming your fears and opening yourself up to the world and its opportunities, filled with Illumination's signature subversive humour, authentic heart and unforgettable characters. The Mallard family embarks on a journey south for the winter to Jamaica via New York City, only for

€4

Simple Plaster Casting Workshop with Holly Delaney

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Join visual artist Holly Delaney for her casting workshop as part of June Fest. The workshop is especially designed for families and will be fun and interactive for all ages! The workshop will introduce children and their adults to the simple process of casting small objects. Participants will make their own casts and creations during

€10

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Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

an immersive dance show for babies aged 3-12 months “Doing theatre for babies is to explore the unknown.  It goes against common sense.  It’s political.  It’s also necessary, I believe, because babies have a right to beauty and they’re not always exposed to it.  Theatre for babies implies commitment, but a commitment that draws us

€12
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Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

an immersive dance show for babies aged 3-12 months “Doing theatre for babies is to explore the unknown.  It goes against common sense.  It’s political.  It’s also necessary, I believe, because babies have a right to beauty and they’re not always exposed to it.  Theatre for babies implies commitment, but a commitment that draws us

€12
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Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

an immersive dance show for babies aged 3-12 months “Doing theatre for babies is to explore the unknown.  It goes against common sense.  It’s political.  It’s also necessary, I believe, because babies have a right to beauty and they’re not always exposed to it.  Theatre for babies implies commitment, but a commitment that draws us

€12
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Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

an immersive dance show for babies aged 3-12 months “Doing theatre for babies is to explore the unknown.  It goes against common sense.  It’s political.  It’s also necessary, I believe, because babies have a right to beauty and they’re not always exposed to it.  Theatre for babies implies commitment, but a commitment that draws us

€12
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Yoga and Poems with Paul Donnelly & Siân Quill

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Join the Aquatic Yogi (Paul Donnelly) for an engaging and playful yoga session designed to build strength, self-awareness, and confidence. This guided flow will not only awaken the body and mind but also inspire a sense of identity and empowerment in your little ones. Paul will be joined by Siân Quill on the day who

€10

Ballad of a Bandit

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Miquel Barceló and Branar Inspired by the legendary Irish figure Capt. George McNamara of Cong who robbed from the rich and gave to the poor, acclaimed musician Matthew Berrill takes to the stage in a new show which conjures up the daring deeds of bandits and highway men. Expect the unexpected in a show featuring

€10 – €36

A Greyhound of a Girl

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Based on a novel by Roddy Doyle, eleven-year-old Mary has an insatiable passion for cooking, and dreams of become a great chef.  Her grandmother Emer, with whom she has a very special relationship, encourages her to make this dream come true.  But every path has its obstacles and facing them turns into quite an adventure.

€4

Ta Tum Tum!

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Ta Tum Tum! is an interactive performance with live music, designed for families to explore Brazilian culture. This engaging experience highlights body awareness and introduces participants to various Brazilian rhythms such as bossa nova, samba, forró, frevo and capoeira. In addition to the rhythmic exploration, Ta Tum Tum! incorporates storytelling inspired by Brazilian folklore. The

€5

Kensuke’s Kingdom

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Young Michael, shipwrecked on a remote island, must adapt to life alone. Over time, he feels another presence, learning that this world is home to both unimaginable danger and beauty. A gripping animated adaptation of a beloved novel. Based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo. Directed by Neil Boyle & Kirk Hendry | 85 mins

€4

Echo Echo Dance Theatre Present Winter’s Dream

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

A little snowman dares to dream of making the impossible possible This is a story of curiosity and hope Where the magic of winter meets the joy of spring And reminds us to find the beauty and joy in all the seasons Cocooned in a world of magic; with beautiful music, lighting and set; the

€10 – €36