In this 70-minute talk Manchán explores the rising connection people are having with the spirit and the lore of the land of Ireland. Beginning with the creation myth and origin story that our ancestors have passed down to us, he examines the mythological and archaeological clues to how our forebears identified with both the physical
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
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! It’s the post-apocalyptic world. There’s only one contraceptive pill left. Do you give it to your 20-year-old daughter or keep it for yourself? Is it better to be a 40-year-old grandmother or a 40-year-old new Mum. These are the dilemmas facing Emma Doran aged 39 and 7/8’s, even though the most
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
Paris, France, 1935, and a young actress has just been acquitted of murdering a famous French producer. However, this is where the story just begins. Is she really innocent?, or has she gotten away with murder? Directed by François Ozon | 102 mins | Cert TBC | French with subtitles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoTRUL9wheE Presented in association with
Past Times Community Choir and Voices of Spring are joining forces again for an uplifting programme of festive music. With a combined total of 70+ singers, the choirs will lift the roof of Newbridge Town Hall with a dynamic selection of classic carols and modern Christmas hits. If you’re looking for something to get you
featuring Soprano Lorraine Nolan with special guests Naas Hospital Choir Liffey Choir's Christmas Concert will be a heart-warming and festive event that brings people together to celebrate the Christmas season through music. Raffle held on the night with proceeds going to Newbridge Meals on Wheels.
Sketchbook Club is a monthly event that encourages fun and playful art-making whilst also building a community of new, old, professional or hobby artists! The goal is to provide a safe space to create art in a relaxed environment. Make some art, make a friend, or just unwind on a Thursday evening. All art materials
An original WhistleBlast’s retelling of Dickens's wonderful classic tale. Music from the past, present and future, including Ceremony of Carols, The Snowman, Vivaldi, Corelli, Slade and much more! As with all WhistleBlast concerts we will provide percussion for all to join in as part of the grand finale. This lots of fun concert is suitable for
FEATURING MEGAN O'NEILL, GRÁINNE HUNT AND EMMA LANGFORD This intimate and unique style of gig originated in Nashville at the Bluebird Cafe, where it has now become a hallmark tradition. The classic style of songwriters 'in the round' usually features 3-5 songwriters, taking turns singing their own original material and sharing the stories behind their songs. 'In
Following the success of June Fest’s Summer Sessions, June Fest are thrilled to present Winter Medley, an evening that promises to delight and entertain. This special event will showcase the incredible talents of local artists, offering a rich and diverse program that includes music, drama, poetry, and songs. Join June Fest for a magical night
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
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
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 16th September, 10:30am Monday 30th September, 10:30am Monday 14th October, 10:30am Monday 4th November, 10:30am
Set in the late 90s, Ellen her new husband Van decide to take Ellen’s older sister Inger on a bus trip to Paris where Inger once lived. Inger is schizophrenic, and lives in a care home coddled by her overprotective mother. Ellen sees their holiday as an opportunity to reconnect, and to find out if
This is a project designed to showcase the enormous value and contribution of people to our community who were not born and raised here. It is a piece about migration, about leaving home as an adult and trying to make your life in a new community. The show has been devised and directed by theatre
Ar Lá Nollag trí bhliain as a chéile a shuitear an leagan stáitse seo do PHÁISTÍ den saothar cáiliúil An Nollaig sa Naigín (‘Christmas in The Noggin’). Is cur i láthair íogair séasúrach é ar dhraíocht ghártha na hócáide don pháiste, agus is trí’n bhfocal labhartha, trí’n amhránaíocht agus trí’n gceol a chuirtear é os comhair
Ar Lá Nollag cúig bhliain as a chéile a shuitear an leagan seo do DHAOINE FÁSTA (ADULTS) den saothar cáiliúil An Nollaig sa Naigín (‘Christmas in The Noggin’). Is cur i láthair íogair séasúrach é ar dhraíocht ghártha na hócáide, atá curtha in oiriúint don duine fásta (specially adapted for an adult audience), agus is trí’n
Matilda Wormwood (Alisha Weir) is a little girl with big curiosity, a sharp mind and a vivid imagination — and the worst parents in the world. While her parents (Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough) content themselves with trashy TV and dodgy money-making schemes, she loves to lose herself in the pages of her beloved books.
Welcome to Highly Strung’s Solstice Soiree. For fans of the foursome, this evening is a tradition not to be missed. The four friends are delighted to return to the Riverbank for their annual Christmas show of classics old and new. Hallmarking the spirit of the season for their audiences, the mellow blend of seasonal favourites
Christmas, 1970. Paul, a fastidious and curmudgeonly teacher at a New England boarding school, has the least desirable job on campus: looking after five students who are unable to return home over the festive break. Aided only by cafeteria manager Mary, Paul vows to run a tight shift. That puts him on a collision course
An immersive dance and live music performance designed specifically for teenagers with additional needs. Get ready for this epic other-worldly adventure as we embark on a quest through curious worlds, transporting us into new dimensions. Courageous characters, intriguing instruments, spectacular sights, scents, and textures weave together to create an unforgettable sensory-rich, theatrical experience. Join us
An immersive dance and live music performance designed specifically for teenagers with additional needs. Get ready for this epic other-worldly adventure as we embark on a quest through curious worlds, transporting us into new dimensions. Courageous characters, intriguing instruments, spectacular sights, scents, and textures weave together to create an unforgettable sensory-rich, theatrical experience. Join us
An immersive dance and live music performance designed specifically for teenagers with additional needs. Get ready for this epic other-worldly adventure as we embark on a quest through curious worlds, transporting us into new dimensions. Courageous characters, intriguing instruments, spectacular sights, scents, and textures weave together to create an unforgettable sensory-rich, theatrical experience. Join us
An immersive dance and live music performance designed specifically for teenagers with additional needs. Get ready for this epic other-worldly adventure as we embark on a quest through curious worlds, transporting us into new dimensions. Courageous characters, intriguing instruments, spectacular sights, scents, and textures weave together to create an unforgettable sensory-rich, theatrical experience. Join us
An immersive dance and live music performance designed specifically for teenagers with additional needs. Get ready for this epic other-worldly adventure as we embark on a quest through curious worlds, transporting us into new dimensions. Courageous characters, intriguing instruments, spectacular sights, scents, and textures weave together to create an unforgettable sensory-rich, theatrical experience. Join us
An immersive dance and live music performance designed specifically for teenagers with additional needs. Get ready for this epic other-worldly adventure as we embark on a quest through curious worlds, transporting us into new dimensions. Courageous characters, intriguing instruments, spectacular sights, scents, and textures weave together to create an unforgettable sensory-rich, theatrical experience. Join us
“A thing of delicate beauty, I wept the whole way through” The Bell Harbour News On a night such as this, some folk meet up at an old warehouse in response to a notice on a lamppost. An invitation to join the oddest band that ever was in the making of the greatest album of
After 10 years of spiralling into addiction in London, Rona returns home to the far-flung Orkney Islands in Scotland, hoping to maintain her recovery. Attempting to reconcile her complex family history as well as her destructive past behaviours, she takes a job with a wildlife conservation charity allowing her to connect with the nature of
Pat and Faye Shortt return with their sell out show Knuckle Down! Due to popular demand, they are returning to Riverbank with the final leg of the tour. The show is a collection of mad characters that won over audiences in venues throughout Ireland, Northern Ireland and the UK. Knuckle Down shows off the incredible
New Ross, 1985. Bill Furlong is a hard-working coal merchant, doing his best to support his family amid the challenging conditions of 1980s Ireland. In the lead-up to Christmas, Bill makes a morning delivery to the local convent. There, an encounter with one of the convent’s traumatised residents shakes him to his very core. It
Comedic fireball Deirdre O'Kane is mad for road, mercilessly mining hilarity from the human condition. Will she conquer the chaos or revel in it? Tame the mayhem or "O'Kane it"? Either way you're in for a night of relentless laughs fuelled by warped personal insight! On sale Monday 11 November
Cork’s own Chris Kent returns with a brand new show ‘Offline’. He tries to give up the internet and navigate life without asking his phone what to eat, where to go or how to get home. He longs for a simpler time of playing ‘Snake’ and constructing emojis himself. Now that he has hit 40
Jerry Fish, indie legend, showman extraordinaire and ringmaster of exceptional renown, is back with his first LP in 15 years. The new album entitled Dreaming of Daniel feat. MayKay (Fight Like Apes) is a labour of love for Jerry, featuring songs by the late, great Daniel Johnston. Jerry Fish is one of Ireland’s most enigmatic and
Paddy Cullivan, well-known from RTÉ’s Late Late Show House Band, presents a fascinating and controversial exploration of one of the most pivotal moments in Irish history—the assassination of Michael Collins. The Murder of Michael Collins takes audiences on a gripping, multimedia journey through historical evidence, political intrigue, and shocking revelations. This show is not just a retelling of history
This punky and electrifying debut feature from Lilah Halla sees 17-year-old volleyball player Sofia – who is about to be offered a dream scholarship to a college in Chile – discover she is pregnant. She attempts to access an abortion, which is illegal in Brazil, but becomes the target for a religious fundamentalist group who
Three friends, Max, Tom and Vivian, spend all their time together as the Fantastic Three, supporting each other in and out of school. When Max’s brother returns from prison seemingly reformed, he has one last scheme to tie up. Led by Max, the Fantastic Three try to intervene in the hope of saving his brother.
Carla Nowak (Leonie Benesch) is a newly appointed, very dedicated high school teacher. When one of her students is accused of theft, Carla decides to take the matter into her own hands, setting a trap for the ‘real’ thief. But her actions back fire and things begin to spiral out of control, pushing Carla to
Music Network kicks off 2025 with a celebration of the very best of Irish traditional music. This exciting tour brings together four of Ireland’s most celebrated traditional musicians: Derek Hickey, TG4 Gradam Ceoil 2024 Musician of the Year, Liz and Yvonne Kane (The Kane Sisters), TG4 Gradam Ceoil 2024 Group of the Year, and Macdara
Route 66 Big Band return to Riverbank Arts Centre! The sixteen-piece band has captivated audiences all over Leinster with their distinct musical style. Their repertoire spans from timeless 1940’s numbers to contemporary hits, all delivered with a vibrant big band flair that promises to ignite the stage. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the magic
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
Charismatic Anora "Ani" Mikheeva lives in Brooklyn and works as a stripper. When Ani meets Ivan - the young, party-loving son of a rich Russian oligarch - Ivan is smitten. He starts paying Ani to become his live-in partner. After a whirlwind few weeks of excess, they get married in Vegas. Everything changes when Ivan’s
Bernard O'Shea, the 'Desperate House Husband,' invites you on a hilarious escapade into the stay-at-home parenting world. Brace yourself for comical tales of domestic appliances with sinister intentions, yearning for a peaceful night's rest, and even covert playground reconnaissance operations. It's a laugh-out-loud journey through the trials and tribulations of modern family life!
Divine G (Colman Domingo), an inmate at Sing Sing prison, runs a theatre group as part of a Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA) program. Incarcerated for a crime he didn’t commit, Divine and his fellow RTA members escape the reality of prison life by putting on plays. When a wary outsider (John “Divine G” Whitfield)
Welcome to the town of La Suprema, a tiny and remote Columbian village in the Caribbean region, where teenager Laureana finds out her estranged uncle will be boxing for the world championship. She is determined to watch the fight, but the town has no electricity and no television. Against the odds, and her grandmother’s expectations
