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Line-up released for Electric Picnic’s ArtLot Stage
Modeā, Lemonade Shoelace, Croíthe and Child of Prague announced as part of the line-up for the ArtLot forest stage Madra Salach on the ArtLot Stage at Electric Picnic Image: Evanna Devine During Ireland’s Great Recession, a derelict site in Dublin City Centre became known as the ArtLot, an open-air exhibition space featuring a monthly programme of visual art and performance. When the hotel developers moved in, ArtLot was rescued by Electric Picnic, establishing itself in the
Jul 13


Open-air dance performances in Dublin City Centre
A series of outdoor performances from July 14th - 16th will mark the culmination of BENCH, the award-winning series by CoisCéim Dance Theatre that brings dance to everyday spaces. Dancer Simone O'Toole will perform pop-up dance performances in Dublin City from July 14-16 as part of BENCH by CoisCéim Dance Theatre. Image: Joshua Mulholland An exciting programme of free open-air dance performances is set to take place over three days at Dublin’s Georges Dock from the 14th to t
Jun 30


Festival PR campaign results: Culture Date with Dublin 8 Festival
Wrestler BitterSweet Josh pictured in Marsh’s Library at the programme launch for the Culture Date with Dublin 8 Festival 2026. We are proud to lead the PR campaign for one of Ireland’s most exciting cultural festivals, Culture Date with Dublin 8. The Dublin 8 festival is an initiative of Dublin City Council, led by curator Grace McEvoy. This annual event celebrates the history, heritage, and contemporary life of the Dublin 8 district. This year's programme featured over 100
Jun 4


Theatre PR: In the news 'The Conference of Birds'
Theatre PR Ireland: The Conference of Birds by Floating World Productions We were delighted to collaborate with Floating World Productions by providing PR and marketing services for their production, "The Conference of Birds". The Conference of Birds was a unique intergenerational performance that took place at DLR Mill Theatre, Dundrum, from May 15 to 16. The show was created by The Elders, a Dublin-based participatory arts group for older people, in collaboration with the
May 18


PR Arts Ireland: Chamber Choir Ireland in the news
Recent media coverage from our public relations campaign on behalf of Chamber Choir Ireland Chamber Choir Ireland: Image Stock We're delighted to be working with Chamber Choir Ireland throughout 2026, collaborating with the choir's marketing manager to develop public relations and marketing strategies on behalf of the organisation. Most recently, we have been working on a nationwide tour of Servant of Servants, Patron of the Arts*. The performance, led by the choir's newly ap
May 5


The Conference of Birds at The Mill Theatre
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
Apr 20


Programme Announced for Culture Date With Dublin 8 Festival 2026
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
Apr 9


Chamber Choir Ireland to tour Renaissance masterpiece
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
Apr 7


IMMA Horizons x CoisCéim Dance Theatre Living Canvas
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
Mar 30


“Colin Mawby Prize” to inspire next generation of composers
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.
Feb 3


Chamber Choir Ireland announce Love Blooms Concert
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
Jan 20


Michelle King appointed new CEO and Artistic Director of dlr Mill Theatre, Dundrum
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
Nov 13, 2025


Groundbreaking Immersive Exhibition at Dublin Port
“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
Nov 11, 2025


Christmas Show Mill Theatre Dundrum
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
Nov 10, 2025


Beta Festival 2025
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
Oct 31, 2025


Culture Night celebrates 20 years in the capital this Friday
Open-air street parties, Live concerts and late night music trail announced as thousands expected to join the city-wide celebrations DJ...
Sep 18, 2025


New Concept Club Night LET’S ROCK is Launched in Dublin
Guests turned out in style for the inaugural weekly club night, Let's Rock, at SoHo Dublin. Musicians Lauren Woodyatt and Calum Agnew at...
Sep 17, 2025


LETS ROCK SoHo: A new immersive nightclub experience promises to get Dublin rocking
-The experiential concept club night, “Let’s Rock,” will offer a festival-like experience of Live performances, DJ Rock anthems and...
Sep 8, 2025


Culture Night to celebrate 20 Years in the Capital
-Over 300 Free events announced as part of the 20th anniversary programme of Culture Night Dublin. -Dublin’s O’Connell street to be...
Aug 20, 2025


Line-up Announced For Electric Picnic’s ArtLot Area
-Unleash your creativity with open air painting classes, immersive art installations and UV paint parties at the Electric Picnic’s...
Aug 12, 2025


Free Outdoor Dance Performances Inspired by Dublin City
BENCH by CoisCéim Dance Theatre will see outdoor performances take place at Dublin’s George’s Dock this weekend Mufutau Yusuf, Jack...
Jul 11, 2025


Former Wexford hurling captain to feature in new film documentary IMMRÁM exploring Irish cultural revival movement
The former Wexford hurling captain Diarmuid Lyng and his partner, Siobhán de Paor, are at the centre of a growing movement...
Jun 24, 2025


Chamber Choir Ireland announces new Artistic Director and Principal Conductor
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
Jun 19, 2025


Get Inspired at the UCD Festival
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.
Jun 3, 2025


The UCD Festival 2025 takes place Saturday, June 7th
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.
May 28, 2025


The Night Belongs to Youth
The Night Belongs to Youth will take place on Saturday, 7th June, featuring a colourful carnival-style procession that will make its way to the summit of the hill. The event is organised by Creative Places Enniscorthy and is billed as a highlight of this year’s Cruinniú na nÓg, the national day of creativity for young people. Created by young people from across Wexford, this piece will culminate in an immersive spectacle featuring drumming, ceremonial dance, and song.
May 22, 2025


Cruinniú na nÓg Wexford Programme Announced
The national day of creativity for young people will take place on Saturday, June 7th with over 50 free events taking place across...
May 14, 2025


CoisCéim Dance Theatre Brings Dancehall Blues to Edinburgh Fringe
Image: Ros Kavanagh CoisCéim Dance Theatre, Ireland’s renowned contemporary dance company (pronounced kush-came ), is set to enchant...
May 13, 2025


Culture Date With Dublin 8 Festival Announces Details of Late Night Music Trail
Thousands of people will visit the Dublin 8 area next week for the 7th annual event which celebrates Ireland’s coolest neighbourhood....
May 1, 2025


Culture Date with Dublin 8 Festival Returns this May
-Festival will celebrate 250 year anniversary of Daniel O’Connell’s birth -Over 100 events announced, including a church concert with...
Apr 16, 2025
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