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DAVID BEGLEY ‘LAMP BLACK AND MOONLIGHT’ EXHIBITION From Sunday, May 28, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Courthouse Arts Centre
‘Lamp Black and Moonlight’ is an exhibition of animations, drawings and mono types by Wexford artist and writer David Begley. David is currently working in the mediums of drawing and printmaking. Recently his work has been presented at Cinema Club in New York, Animfest Athens in Greece, Dublin and Belfast. He was awarded the Artists Film Award at In Motion, Wales in 2015 and an Artlinks Visual Arts Bursary in 2014. ‘My mono types are part of an ongoing body of work in monochrome following three years of drawing and making animated films,’ said David.
The exhibition will run at the Courthouse Arts Centre, Tinahely, till Friday, June 30, and is open Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
BALLET IRELAND – GISELLE – MERMAID ARTS CENTRE Wednesday, May 24, at 8 p.m.
Giselle is a haunting story of love and betrayal. Ballet Ireland’s modern re-telling of this romantic classic is a timeless tale about the redemptive power of love. Betrayed by Albrecht, Giselle dies of a broken heart but her spirit returns to protect and forgive her now repenting lover from death at the hands of the vengeful Wilis. Choreographed by Ludovic Ondiviela, former Royal Ballet dancer and choreographer, this production of love that transcends death, will capture the hearts and minds of audiences today. Ballet Ireland returns to Mermaid Arts Centre following its hugely successful production of the Nutcracker (2016) and Coppelia (2015). Tickets are priced at €22; €20 concession and family of four €75. Production starts at 8 p.m.
THE FAR FIELD Wednesday, May 31, 10 a.m. and midday
The Far Field tells the story of Farmer Lonan, who, one summer’s day discovers a magical whistle hidden in a hare’s nest. Suspecting that it belongs to the fairy folk who live at the edge of his farm, Lonán decides that the whistle should be returned to its rightful owners. Join Thomas Johnston (whistles/song), Seán McElwain (guitar/fiddle/whistle), Samantha Harvey (piano), and Emma Fisher (puppeteer) in a show perfect for young audiences. Ceol Connected brings the realm of fairies and folklore to life in this interactive traditional music, puppetry, and storytelling performance. Suitable for children aged 3-7 and their families
BOOK CLUB GREYSTONES LIBRARY
For avid readers, there are three Book Clubs for adults in Greystones Library. The clubs take place on the second Wednesday and the last Wednesday of every month at 11 a.m. and the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m.
MUSIC CIRCLE
The Music Circle meets on the first Wednesday of every month in Greystones Library from 7 p.m. to 8.45 p.m. Come along and listen or participate by choosing your favourite classical pieces to share with others.
MUSICAL MEDLEY Saturday, July 17, Mermaid Arts Centre
The East Coast Academy of Performing Arts are proud to present ‘A Musical Medley at the Mermaid Arts Centre on Saturday, July 17. The evening of song and dance will feature excerpts from all your favourite movies and musicals from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Hairspray, High School Musical, a Chorus Line and Cinderella. The event features students aged four to 12 from ECAPs Greystones branch.
GROOVE FESTIVAL KILLRUDDERY HOUSE AND GARDENS Saturday, August 19, and Sunday, August 20
Make the most of those warm summer afternoons by enjoying amazing music, food and wellness at this small but perfectly formed annual event.
This year, Groove are jumping aboard the wellness train in their new area, Thrive. Escape the mosh pit in this peaceful demesne set within Kilruddery House’s gardens and nurture your body and soul with Yoga Sound System, workshops with Roz Purcell and Derval O’Rourke and tips on foraging Dillisk and other seaweed with Marie Power. Music is still the number one priority with Groove Festival with Primal Scream and UB40 on the bill. Tickets are priced from €24.50.
BEATYARD FESTIVAL LAUNCH NIGHT Friday, May 26, The Harbour Bar, Bray
Bodytonic Music presents its monthly label club night at the Harbour with a special launch night for this year’s Beatyard Festival. Bodytonic are fast approaching the time when they set sail for the sunny shores of Dun Laoghaire. It’s all hands on deck with plenty of sneaky Beatyard tickets and drinks to be won on the night. Beatyard takes place on Saturday, August 5, and Sunday, August 6, in Dun Laoghaire with Air, Mark Ronson, Bananarama, Candi Staton, Toots and the Maytals and a lot more.