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I Am the Wind
This poem can… Open magical doorways Pick a lock to your heart Steal away on stormy seas Make a dragon weep. E. R. Murray Poetry can open magical doorways. Doorways to other worlds. Worlds of magic and adventure. Based on the award-winning book ‘I Am the Wind’ this exhibition can export you to another world.
What’s The Occasion – an exhibition by Kym Tracey
What’s The Occasion? is an engaging solo exhibition by Kildare artist Kym Tracey. This exhibition showcases a collection of original paintings, drawings and sculptures, inspired by celebrations, occasions and key moments in time – some of which hold a personal narrative to the artist. Kym’s artworks are contemporary and nostalgic all at once. Initially taking
Fighting Words for Secondary School
Fighting Words for Secondary School
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
Green Border
Green Border
In the treacherous and swampy forests that make up the so-called "green border" between Belarus and Poland, refugees from the Middle East and Africa trying to reach the European Union are trapped in a geopolitical crisis cynically engineered by Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko. In an attempt to provoke Europe, refugees are lured to the border
SPECIAL SCREENING: Food, Inc. 2
SPECIAL SCREENING: Food, Inc. 2
The ground-breaking Oscar®-nominated documentary Food, Inc. ignited a cultural conversation about the multinational corporations that control our food system at enormous cost to our planet, workforce and health. The well-timed sequel, Food, Inc. 2, comes “back for seconds” to reveal how corporate consolidation has gone unchecked by our government, leaving us with a highly efficient
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World
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
Illustration Workshop with Jo Jo Gannon (5-8 years)
Illustration Workshop with Jo Jo Gannon (5-8 years)
Join artist and illustrator Jo Jo Gannon for a fun-filled workshop inspired by the poetry anthology for children ‘I am the Wind’. Participants are invited to respond to the poems, by drawing pictures and playing games. They will learn how words and poems can spark their creativity in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. Suitable for
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World
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
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World
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
Illustration Workshop with Jo Jo Gannon (9-12 years)
Illustration Workshop with Jo Jo Gannon (9-12 years)
Join artist and illustrator Jo Jo Gannon for a fun-filled workshop inspired by the poetry anthology for children ‘I am the Wind’. Participants are invited to respond to the poems, by drawing pictures and playing games. They will learn how words and poems can spark their creativity in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. Suitable for
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World
Anna Newell Theatre Adventures & Riverbank Arts Centre Present An Attempt to Talk with the Beginning of the World
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
Lisa Richards Presents Gearóid Farrelly: Gearóid Rage
Lisa Richards Presents Gearóid Farrelly: Gearóid Rage
Gearóid Farrelly follows his mammoth Glamour Hammer tour with a hilarious new stand up show touching on the many, many, MANY things that make his blood boil. "Gearóid Farrelly is Bloody Hilarious" Sarah Millican "My Absolute Favourite" Joanne McNally To be in Farrelly’s crowd is a joy. Each joke landed perfectly… impeccable comic timing” ★★★★★ Broadway