A unique multi-media theatre performance led by older people promises to shine a light on Ireland’s endangered birds Emilia Ward (12) and Andrew Parkes pictured at the launch of The Conference of Birds. Image Leon Farrell Ireland’s endangered birds will be the focus of a unique intergenerational performance taking place at DLR Mill Theatre Dundrum from May 15 to 16.  “The Conference of Birds” will feature birds on the brink of extinction taking to the stage in the hope that

Festival to celebrate 300 Years of Gulliver's Travels with a special series of events Poet Paula Meehan with children from Gaelscoil Na Camoige Síomha, Emer and Hannah all aged 12 pictured in Marsh’s Library at the programme launch for the Culture Date with Dublin 8 Festival 2026. Image Marc O'Sullivan The lineup has just been unveiled for this year’s  Culture Date with Dublin 8 . The annual cultural extravaganza, celebrating the history, heritage and contemporary life of Du

Chamber Choir Ireland's newly appointed director Gabriel Crouch Chamber Choir Ireland has just announced details of a nationwide tour. Servant of Servants, Patron of the Arts , will be led by the choir’s recently appointed artistic director, Gabriel Crouch , and will be part of Cork International Choral Festival  on 1 May before touring to Limerick on 7 May, Belfast on 8 May, and Dublin on 12 June. The programme opens with Missa Papae Marcelli,  the Renaissance masterpiece co

Dance films by CoisCéim Dance Theatre to be screened on the Living Canvas at IMMA Dancers Cristian and Cosmo with musician Rónán Ó Snodaigh in Breakin' Brothers dance documentary to be shown in IMMA. Image Jass Foley Two young brothers who immigrated to Ireland from the Dominican Republic in 2014 will share their story on Europe's largest outdoor screen at the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA), from April 16 to 30. BREAKIN' BROTHERS is a film by  CoisCéim Dance Theatre  in p

Phoebe Savage (17) from Co. Antrim will see her winning composition performed  at this year’s New Music Dublin festival by Chamber Choir Ireland  Phoebe Savage (17) from Co. Antrim has won the inaugural Colin Mawby Composition Prize for young composers. Image Evanna Devine Chamber Choir Ireland has just announced the winner of the inaugural  Colin Mawby Composition Prize .  The prize has been awarded to Phoebe Savage, aged 17, from Carrickfergus Grammar School, Co. Antrim. 

Celebrated British conductor Ellie Slorach will direct Chamber Choir Ireland in a unique concert at Pepper Canister Church exploring love's emotional depths   Rory Lynch, Christina Whyte and Jeffrey Ledwidge from Chamber Choir Ireland are pictured at the launch of Love Blooms. Image Marc O'Sullivan  Chamber Choir Ireland has just announced details of a special Valentine's concert,  Love Blooms , which will take place on Saturday 7 February, in Dublin’s iconic Pepper Canister

Michelle King : Image Barry McCall The dlr Mill Theatre has officially announced the appointment of Michelle King as its new CEO and Artistic Director. King will follow Kate Canning, who has held the role since 2016. Originally from Sydney, Australia, Michelle King has over two decades of experience in the arts and entertainment industry working across film, television, music, and theatre. Since January 2021, she has been a pivotal force at Dublin’s Gate Theatre, most recentl

“Undercurrent: As Below, So Above” is part of this year’s Beta Festival of Arts & Technology which runs until November 23rd Lauren Moffat with her work "Chorcorallium" at the launch of “ Undercurrent: As Below , So Above ” a groundbreaking immersive at the public at the Substation in Dublin Port. Image Leon Farrell Water, climate change, and sustainability are the central themes of an important new exhibition that will open to the public today at  The Substation  in Dublin Po

Actors Garry  Mountaine , Dirin Brett Lennon and David O'Donovan star in the Hansel and Gretel Christmas show in Dundrum. Image Marc O'Sullivan The DLR Mill Theatre Dundrum has revealed details of a spectacular festive production of  Hansel and Gretel  for its annual Christmas show extravaganza. Brought to life in partnership with Golden Bake, this deliciously hilarious reimagining of the sweet fairy tale promises to be the perfect festive family outing. Running from December

Landmark exhibition at Dublin Port, Notre-Dame Cathedral Virtual Reality Experience and conference on Artificial Intelligence & creativity announced as part of the arts & technology festival Beta Festival will present the Irish premiere of Foolish Flame by artists Peter Power and Leon Butler. A digital journey to the ocean depths, a virtual reality exploration of Notre-Dame Cathedral, and an international conference on art and technology are among the events announced today f

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Chamber Choir Ireland has just announced the appointment of the internationally renowned conductor Gabriel Crouch as their Artistic Director and Principal Conductor. Chamber Choir Ireland is Ireland's national chamber choir and premier professional choral ensemble. Crouch succeeds Paul Hillier, who has held the position since 2008. Crouch’s career to date includes over 900 performances in almost every major concert venue in the world, as well as numerous celebrated recordings

On Saturday, June 7th, University College Dublin’s Belfield campus will host over 100 free events as part of the annual UCD Festival. This year’s line-up features demonstrations by aerospace engineer and baker Andrew Smyth as well as disability advocate Sinéad Burke. Elsewhere at this year’s festival, Literary Curator RTÉ broadcaster Rick O’Shea, presents an eclectic lineup of talks. All events are free.

The UCD Festival 2025 takes place on Saturday, June 7 with over 100 Free activities. This year's festival will feature an educational UCD Lyons Farm showcase as well as contributions from aerospace engineer and baker Andrew Smyth and disability advocate Sinéad Burke. RTÉ broadcaster Rick O’Shea is the festival Literary Curator and there will be there will be talks with authors Paul Perry, Jan Carson, Roisín O'Donnell, Claire Coughlan, and Karl Geary.