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SCHOOLS: AdoleTA!

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Joy loves running, spinning and flying in nature. Sky loves reading, singing and gaming indoors. AdoleTA! is a dance theatre piece that joyously explores friendship and play. Come into a world with Joy and Sky where anything is possible - a rent can be a crab, an umbrella can be a cloud, and the moon can

€6

SCHOOLS: Maeve Clancy Artist Talk

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Join artist Maeve Clancy for this illustrated talk to learn about how she created her exhibition about the life and work of Newbridge-born crystallographer Kathleen Lonsdale and the accompanying graphic novel. Suitable for 5th & 6th Class Duration: 60 minutes The accompanying exhibition Kathleen Lonsdale runs in our Children’s Gallery until Saturday 1st July, admission

free, booking essential
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SCHOOL SHOW: StrongWomen Science

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

StrongWomen Science is a circus science show for children and families starring two women scientists turned circus performers. Aoife Raleigh is an engineer, Maria Corcoran an environmental scientist. Ever wanted to know how you balance a chair on your chin, if you can juggle liquid, or how circus performers eat fire? StrongWomen Aoife and Maria

€6

SCHOOLS: Fighting Words Creative Writing Workshop – Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 15th May, 10:30am These workshops will be conducted in our venue by an experienced Fighting

free, booking essential

Super Paua Stories – Audio Installation

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Fáilte! Witamy! Bem-vindo! Welcome! Step into a world of stories at this multilingual audio installation for young people ages 9+. Grab a pair of headphones, get comfy and choose a story- each one will transport you to another world, another language, another culture. All stories can be understood by English speakers with phrases and words

Admission Free
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Paul Curley & 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

€6
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 25th September, 10:30am Monday 9th October, 10:30am Monday 27th November, 10:30am Monday 11th December, 10:30am

Free

I See You Like This

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

With our ever-growing appetite to document our lives through photos and selfies, children are so often the reluctant subjects of their parent’s cameras; asked to smile, look natural, look that way, and come in closer. I See You Like This turns the camera back and allows children to see their parents as subjects through the

Admission Free
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 25th September, 10:30am Monday 9th October, 10:30am Monday 27th November, 10:30am Monday 11th December, 10:30am

Free
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Humans: A Robot Musical

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

The seventh best musical robot group in the world - well, they were fifth but it went to their heads - are making a NEW musical. It’s going to be performed to all robots everywhere and it’s going to explain what Humans are. Everything will be fine, they just need some answers. Meanwhile 10 year

€6

All The President’s Books – An exhibition by Peter Donnelly

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

All The President’s Books is a picture book exhibition by artist Peter Donnelly based on his bestselling series of children’s books. In 2017 Peter pitched his first idea to the publisher, Nicki Howard at Gill Books. The President’s Glasses went on to become the best-selling picture book of the year and was shortlisted in the

Admission Free
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Science Magic: Messy Mayhem with Donal Vaughan

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Donal Vaughan is coming back to Riverbank this November. Science Magic: Messy Mayhem has a cool bunch of ‘Outdoor Tricks’ from vomiting unicorns to exploding potions. Always exciting and sometimes very messy, learn about science and laugh your pants off while you do. And the best part is all the tricks can be performed by

€6
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 25th September, 10:30am Monday 9th October, 10:30am Monday 27th November, 10:30am Monday 11th December, 10:30am

Free

Artist Talk with Sheena Malone

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Join visual artist Sheena Malone, as she guides primary school students though her folk medicine inspired talk, introducing them to themes explored in her exhibition, Folk Medicine, such as plant-based cures and healing practices. In the days after the event, children will be encouraged to speak to parents, grandparents and older members of the community

free, booking essential
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Polar Bear & Penguin By Paul Curley & John Currivan

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

€6

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Polar Bear & Penguin By Paul Curley & John Currivan

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

€6
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Polar Bear & Penguin By Paul Curley & John Currivan

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

€6
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The Land of a Hundred Little Hills

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Inspired by Patrick Kavanagh’s A Christmas Childhood poem, this is a touching story about a young boy whose life was full of wonder, fantastical adventures with his friends, and a deep connection with nature and the world around him. However, after growing up moving away from home, he somehow lost his wonder along the way.

€6

Artist Talk with Peter Donnelly

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Join visual artist Peter Donnelly for this special event to learn all about his creative process. From sketches to colourful illustrations, Peter will talk through the artistic journey of his imaginative picture books. Suitable for 4th- 6th class. The accompanying exhibition All the Presidents' Books runs in the children’s gallery until Thursday 21st December. Admission

free, booking essential
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 25th September, 10:30am Monday 9th October, 10:30am Monday 27th November, 10:30am Monday 11th December, 10:30am

Free

Puffin Rock Habitats

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Welcome to Puffin Rock Habitats! A habitat is a place where an animal or plant lives. It provides all the food, water and shelter they need to survive. Join our young puffins Oona and Baba as they take you on a sensory journey into the different habitats that make up Puffin Rock! These habitats are

Admission Free

WORKSHOP: Light and Time – A Journey into the Invention of Cinema and Photography

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Join artist/photographer Brian Cregan on a guided tour of his collection of old cameras and optical toys. Pupils will get the chance to explore and examine ideas like the camera obscura and the invention of photography in a mini museum dedicated to the history of the still & moving image. They will also learn about

Free
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 29th January, 10:30am Monday 27th May, 10:30am Monday 10th June, 10:30am Monday 17th June, 10:30am

free, booking essential

SCHOOLS: The Dig

In-School Event , Ireland

All his life Mac has wanted to be an Archaeologist, to be an expert in finding things and working out what they mean. If only he could stick to the facts and not get carried away with his highfalutin stories. But in a world where facts and figures mean so much more than fairy tale

SCHOOLS: Bake! by Paul Curley

In-School Event , Ireland

Bake! is a delightful new play for Junior Infants to Second Class students that has moments of interaction woven into the story. The performer relies on the audience to help out with a number of simple tasks that will bring the plot to fruition. The play is set in the Baker’s Kitchen in the basement

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SCHOOLS: 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
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SCHOOLS: 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
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SCHOOLS: 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

SCHOOLS: Artist Talk with Greg Sinclair

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Led by creator and artist Greg Sinclair, this unique talk will offer students an insight into the inspiration, process and creative production of the Seashells film and exhibition. Greg will explore tongue twisters from around the world in a playful and performative way. Inviting students to share tongue twisters of their own...the sillier the better! 

free, booking essential
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 29th January, 10:30am Monday 27th May, 10:30am Monday 10th June, 10:30am Monday 17th June, 10:30am

free, booking essential

SCHOOLS: Róisín Whelan Dance presents The Galaxy of Occupations

In-School Event , Ireland

The sky is the limit in this imaginative dance duet for children. What do you want to be when you grow up? An Astronaut, A Brain Surgeon, The President! With big ambition, anything is possible. Created especially with children in mind The Galaxy of Occupations is an exciting, energetic, and exhilarating performance that reaches for

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SCHOOLS: Róisín Whelan Dance presents The Galaxy of Occupations

In-School Event , Ireland

The sky is the limit in this imaginative dance duet for children. What do you want to be when you grow up? An Astronaut, A Brain Surgeon, The President! With big ambition, anything is possible. Created especially with children in mind The Galaxy of Occupations is an exciting, energetic, and exhilarating performance that reaches for

Recurring

Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 29th January, 10:30am Monday 27th May, 10:30am Monday 10th June, 10:30am Monday 17th June, 10:30am

free, booking essential
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SCHOOLS: Fall & Float – Mónica Muñoz Dance

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

A visual dance performance for audiences aged 4+. With playful energy, impressive acrobatics, comic timing and a joyful soundscape, two dancers create a magical world through the clever manipulation of simple balloons. Their imaginations seem to know no bounds – resulting in a hypnotic, funny and uplifting performance full of falling, lifting, throwing, catching, stumbling,

€6
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 29th January, 10:30am Monday 27th May, 10:30am Monday 10th June, 10:30am Monday 17th June, 10:30am

free, booking essential
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 29th January, 10:30am Monday 27th May, 10:30am Monday 10th June, 10:30am Monday 17th June, 10:30am

free, booking essential

Recurring

Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 9th September, 10:30am Monday 23rd September, 10:30am Monday 7th October, 10:30am Monday 21st October, 10:30am

Free
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 9th September, 10:30am Monday 23rd September, 10:30am Monday 7th October, 10:30am Monday 21st October, 10:30am

Free

Talk: I Am the Wind School Talk with Lucinda Jacob

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Join award-winning children's author Lucinda Jacob for a journey through I Am the Wind Discover the magic of words and illustrations with beloved children's writer Lucinda Jacob as she presents the book behind the exhibition, I Am the Wind: Irish Poems for Children Everywhere. This interactive talk will take you on a journey through the

Free

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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 9th September, 10:30am Monday 23rd September, 10:30am Monday 7th October, 10:30am Monday 21st October, 10:30am

Free
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BullyBully

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Winner of a “Zilveren Krekel” for “Most Impressive Stage Production”. What do a toddler and your average world leader have in common? Are there presidents who might also be throwing fits in the middle of supermarket isles? Or scream furiously until they get what they want? If you were to squint your eyes and look

€6
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SCHOOLS: Ballad of a Bandit

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Miquel Barceló and Branar Ballad of a Bandit is an adventure story with a difference. Acclaimed musician Matthew Berrill takes to the stage in this new show which conjures up the daring deeds of bandits and highway men. But be prepared for the unexpected in a performance featuring live music, puppetry, object animation, expert storytelling

€6
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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 9th September, 10:30am Monday 23rd September, 10:30am Monday 7th October, 10:30am Monday 21st October, 10:30am

Free

Ballad of a Bandit – In School Event

Off-site event Kildare, Ireland

Miquel Barceló and Branar A cleaner enters the classroom to empty the bin, distracted by something he sees, there ensues a rollicking story of a highway man, a Robin Hood-like character and master of disguise, Captain McNamara. Completely unaware that a show will take place, Ballad of a Bandit will have the children on the

€50

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Fighting Words for Primary School

Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge, Ireland

Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to the participants. Upcoming Fighting Words Workshops for Primary School: Monday 9th September, 10:30am Monday 23rd September, 10:30am Monday 7th October, 10:30am Monday 21st October, 10:30am

Free