Life Under the Cloak is an exhibition of textile art that was created by over 300 primary school students from 10 Kildare primary schools in collaboration with local Textile Artist/Designer
Beauty Myths is a collaborative project between Olga Anacka and Riverbank Arts Centre, inviting the artist to undertake an Art Residency, Open Studio, and Exhibition at the McKenna Gallery. With
Neneh loves to dance and perform, and fulfils her dreams of joining the prestigious Paris Opera Ballet School, despite her parents’ concerns that it’s not a welcoming place for a
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
2020 saw Gemma Hayes and her family to relocate from London to West Cork in her native Ireland. It was here that she reignited her passion for song-writing that provided
Bass clarinettist, Deirdre O’Leary, and percussionist, Alex Petcu came together in 2021 to create programmes of funky rhythms and wildly beautiful sounds, full of eccentricity and wit. A new duo
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
It’s Joe the Magician from RTÉjr! And he’s bringing his spectacular children’s comedy magic and illusion show back to Riverbank for an afternoon of mind-boggling fun! Joe’s show fuses laugh
Gravesend, England. 12-year-old Bailey lives in a dilapidated apartment with her caring but immature father Bug. When Bug abruptly announces he’s marrying his girlfriend, a furious Bailey runs away and
Leaning heavily into the genre of ‘Dark Cabaret,’ (previously explored with “The Whistling Girl”- settings of Dorothy Parker’s poetry with Honor Heffernan), The Devil’s Spine Band takes its’ lead from
Kyle’s back with his wildly popular family concert for young children! Little Folk- On the Road is perfectly suited for 2-7yr olds and their adults. Featuring his award winning children’s
This Irish fella is back after BURSTING onto the Irish scene in 2024. Shane Daniel Byrne is on fire; fresh from sell-out touring in Ireland, UK and Australia. Pop in
The story explores the challenges of displacement and the immigrant experience and inspires reflection on our shared responsibility to protect each other and the environment. Faced with an apocalyptic storm
The story explores the challenges of displacement and the immigrant experience and inspires reflection on our shared responsibility to protect each other and the environment. Faced with an apocalyptic storm
An exhibition by Corrina Askin with Manchán Magan This original exhibition explores words for nature and our connection with the natural world. Corrina’s vibrant artwork combines with a bilingual soundscape
From DreamWorks Animation comes a new adaptation of a literary sensation, Peter Brown’s beloved, award-winning, #1 New York Times bestseller, The Wild Robot. The epic adventure follows the journey of a
The dishevelled prince of €10 eBay keyboards tries to make you feel alive with a new pageant of laughter, song and occasionally getting up from a chair. It’s gonna be
Nurses Prabha and Anu share an apartment in Mumbai. Prabha’s husband moved abroad years previously and no longer contacts her. Despite that, she remains loyal to him and rejects the
It’s the post-apocalyptic world. There’s only one contraceptive pill left. Do you give it to your 19-year-old daughter or keep it for yourself? Is it better to be a 40-year-old
Don Murphy is a proud Irish man, a hopeless ketamine addict and one of his generation’s greatest actors. He also happens to be a chicken. Across one fateful night, the
***RESCHEDULED DATE*** On The Road Again promises to be a fun evening of songs and stories as Fiachna Ó Braonáin from Hothouse Flowers, Tom Dunne from Something Happens & Alan
Present-day London. Middle-aged sisters Pansy and Chantal could not be more different. Chantal is cheerful and empathetic. Pansy, on the other hand, is argumentative, hypersensitive and full of anger, with
Kildare Youth Theatre presents Arthur Miller’s powerful play which explores the dangers of mass hysteria, political corruption, and the scapegoating of vulnerable individuals. Set during the Salem witch trials, it
Kildare Youth Theatre presents Arthur Miller’s powerful play which explores the dangers of mass hysteria, political corruption, and the scapegoating of vulnerable individuals. Set during the Salem witch trials, it
Kildare Youth Theatre presents Arthur Miller’s powerful play which explores the dangers of mass hysteria, political corruption, and the scapegoating of vulnerable individuals. Set during the Salem witch trials, it
Kildare Youth Theatre presents Arthur Miller’s powerful play which explores the dangers of mass hysteria, political corruption, and the scapegoating of vulnerable individuals. Set during the Salem witch trials, it
Eithne Ní Chatháin- voice Lucia Mac Partlin - fiddle Eilís Lavelle - harp Neil Ó Lochlainn - double bass, flute, music Nuala Ní Dhomhnaill - text Immram is a suite
We are delighted to announce that Kildare Jazz Festival will return in April 2025! Join us for a music packed weekend featuring national and international artists as we embark on
Tadhg Leahy is an Irish composer, instrumentalist, bandleader and one of the foremost session guitarists in Ireland. Performing and recording for multiple different Irish artists while also performing and recording
A successor to the celebrated CEO Experiment, the band co-led by Leopoldo Osio that brought a refreshing new voice to the Irish music scene nearly a decade ago and collaborated
No experience needed – drums provided! Join Tom Quinn for an exciting drumming workshop where you can explore the power of rhythm, regardless of your experience level. Tom will provide
Chilean-Venezuelan guitarist and composer, Orlando Molina, unites with Mexican singer Alicia Garcia in a captivating exploration of traditional Latin American music. Their collaboration seamlessly intertwines the authenticity of Latin American
Conor Guilfoyle is a highly sought-after drummer and educator known for his innovative approach to jazz rhythm. With an extensive career that includes collaborations with renowned musicians like John Abercrombie,
Music Network presents rising star of the international music scene Plínio Fernandes. Born and raised in São Paulo, Plínio blends the tradition of classical guitar with the rich, rhythmic vibrancy
Camille Bertault and David Helbock are two of the most jaw-droppingly talented members of the cohort of European jazz musicians currently in their mid-thirties. Their journeys in improvised music are
Afro-Brazilian Dance Workshop with Alessandra Azevedo No experience needed – just bring your energy! Join Alessandra Azevedo, Ireland’s leading Afro-Brazilian dancer and the first woman to teach Capoeira in the
Ta Tum Tum! and Ceol Connected are teaming up for a unique collaboration at the Kildare Jazz Festival, blending the vibrant rhythms of Brazilian culture with the rich traditions of
Formed out of Music Generation Kildare's Teen Spirit youth music ensemble programme at Riverbank Arts Centre, the young musicians explore performance, repertoire and ensemble musicianship each month, mentored by members of MGK's
Uilleann Piper Mark Redmond is joined by the Chris Colloton Trio for a night of jazz/trad fusion. Taking inspiration from groups such as Desiseal and Horslips, this ensemble arranges traditional
Paul Curley presents Grey Matter, 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
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
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
Martin’s new show, Is It Just Me? is Enya’s search for answers……Is it just my relationship that's like this? Was it just my upbringing that has me this way? Is it
Join Jack Lukeman for an unforgettable evening celebrating resilience, hope, love, and dreams through his extraordinary musical journey. Unbroken Songs draw from Jack's 30-year career, during which he's uplifted spirits and touched
