Droichead Arts Centre Programme May - Aug 2019

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ACCESS

BY TELEPHONE

Droichead Arts Centre, Stockwell Street is a fully accessible venue with adapted toilet and lift access to the theatre and gallery. Please inform us by phone at the time of booking if you have any special requirements or require wheelchair spaces in the theatre. Barlow House is also fully accessible.

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PARKING

Tickets may be purchased online up to 2.00pm on the day of the performance. You will receive a confirmation email. No booking charge applies online.

IN PERSON

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CONCESSION TICKETS

For night time performances, we suggest parking in the Town Centre Shopping Centre on Dyer Street. This carpark remains open until 12.30am every night. Please note there is an hourly charge for this carpark.

Concession rate tickets are available on selected shows and apply to senior citizens (over 65), students, children, people with disabilities and those unwaged. To avail of concession appropriate ID is required.

BOOKING CHARGES

GROUP BOOKINGS

LATECOMERS

TICKET COLLECTIONS

REFUNDS

Ticket discounts are available on selected shows for groups of 10 or more. Please contact box office to enquire.

Tickets can be collected at box office. Please arrive 30 minutes before the performance to collect tickets.

OPENING HOURS

Box Office: 10am - 5pm

Tuesday to Saturday. Reopens at 7pm on performance nights

All in person and phone bookings are subject to a €1 booking charge per transaction.

Latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance and at the discretion of management We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.

REMEMBER, IT’S MORE ON THE DOOR!

EVENTS AT A GLANCE 30 Apr 14 July 1 2 3 4 5 11 13 May 24 June 14 18 18 21 24 25 26

Borrowed Ground

Visual Arts

MAY Word of Mouth The Rape of Lucrece Nurse with Wound Slow Sessions Ten Plagues Dialogues des Carmélites (Poulenc) Women and Traditional Singing The Experience of Being | Bealtaine Slow Sessions Droichead Youth Theatre Showcase Smallone | Bealtaine The Camino Voyage Lyndance Academy Annual Showcase Julianstown Youth Orchestra Junior Concert

Literature Theatre Music Music Theatre Opera Music Theatre Music Theatre Theatre Film Family Music

JUNE 4 7 8 8 9 11 15 18

Return of the Hero The Matchmaker Slow Sessions The Illegals with Niamh Kavanagh There Was An Old Woman A Star Is Born (1954) Cruinniú na nÓg Wild Rose

Film Theatre Music Music Family Film Family Film

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A Midsummer Night’s Song Slow Sessions Campbell Academy of Irish Dancing Bohemian Rhapsody Brothers of the Brush Pride and Prejudice

Music Music Family Film Theatre Outdoor Theatre

JULY 1-5 6 6 12 15-19 15-19 20 22-26 22-26 27

The Children of Lir Theatre Summer Camp Children Slow Sessions Music Rebels in Light and Colour Literature Boy, Girl, Repeat Theatre Arts & Crafts Summer Camp Children DYT Murder Mystery Summer Camp Young People Slow Sessions Music Arts & Crafts Summer Camp Children DYT Dramaíocht trí Ghaeilge Young People Treasure Island Outdoor Theatre

AUGUST 10 10 Aug - 28 Sept 11-18 17

Slow Sessions Slides

Music Visual Arts

Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann Drogheda 2019 Slow Sessions

Music Music

SEPTEMBER 6

Wee County, Big Book Club

Literature

HERE COMES THE SUMMER Our summer season has arrived, and this year it is a season full of indoor and outdoor energy, with new and ground breaking initiatives…

We will create pop up artist studios for Borrowed Ground in our gallery, where eleven professional artists from the North East Region will be in residence and develop new work from May to July. We want to invite you to drop in to the studios, meet the artists, and see their work. Or visit Art Share in our café, a creative reference library, a new initiative with thirty-three 45, where anybody with a passing interest can visit and browse through our collection of contemporary and historical art books.

In other exciting news, we are delighted to announce we have a Theatre Company in residence for 2019. Quintessence will join us for the next 12 months with Hear Me Roar: Women, Gender and Silence, a new programme of theatre work dedicated to women’s voices and stories. And in July they will have their first outing with Boy, Girl, Repeat, an experimental work in development.

Summer will see the return of summer camps for children and teenagers, our open air theatre at Oldbridge, a short theatre and film season, and a free family day out at Mellifont Abbey, Cruinniú na nÓg, supported by Creative Ireland and run in partnership with our sister arts centre in Dundalk, An Táin. For the second year running Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann will take place in Drogheda. This year, in association with Louth Arts Office, we have a very special exhibition around the Fleadh curated by fine art photographer Kate Nolan and acclaimed fiddler Gerry O’Connor, featuring musicians and singers who frequent Fleadhanna.

Niamh Parsons, one of the most distinctive voices in Irish music, will get your voice Fleadh ready with a six week programme, entitled Women and Traditional Singing. And finally, if you are looking for some summer reading, we invite you to our Wee County, Big Book Club to read Skin Deep by Liz Nugent, and get ready for September when Liz will be in conversation with Dani Gill, our Literature Audience Development Officer.

Throughout, we hope to see you at events, maybe participate in workshops, or if you are between the ages of 18 -25 as part of our new Youth Focus Group.

Enjoy.

Collette Farrell Director

VISUAL ARTS

Borrowed Ground Artists

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Left to right front row: Nuala Early, Violet Shirran, Vivienne Byrne, Breda Marron, Dee Walsh, Kieran McNulty Back Row: Brian Hegarty, Rodney Thornton, Caoimhe Reynolds, Jillian Gott. (missing from photo Laura Gramzow) Photographer: Jenny Matthews

BORROWED GROUND TUE 30 APR – SUN 14 JULY | EXHIBITION OPENING: TUES 30 APRIL 7:30PM OPENS: TUES - SAT - 10AM - 5PM, AND ON PERFORMANCE EVENINGS UNTIL 8PM ARTS FESTIVAL OPENING TIMES: TUES 30 APRIL - SUNDAY 5 MAY: 10AM - 8PM, MON 6 MAY: 10AM - 5PM

Artists: Vivienne Byrne, Nuala Early, Jillian Gott, Laura Gramzow, Brian Hegarty, Breda Marron, Kieran McNulty, Caoimhe Reynolds, Violet Shirran, Rodney Thornton, Dee Walsh.

11 Artists. 8 Studios. 11 Residencies. 11 weeks.

An exciting, experimental pop-up artist studio, residency and exhibition, where eleven artists will work in eight purpose built studios in the gallery space of the Droichead Arts Centre Gallery for eleven weeks. The project aims to highlight the need for dedicated studio space in Drogheda and its environs, in support of its vibrant and active community of visual artists. The project offers an invaluable communal space whereby artists can meet and work. It allows for creative and divergent thinking, encourages public engagement with various creative approaches and disciplines, and represents the quality of ideas and skills within the region.

Borrowed Ground will be accompanied by a series of talks and workshops. The first will be the launch of Art Share, a creative reference library and space where artists, students, teachers, creatives or anyone with a passing interest in art can come to relax, foster ideas or just explore a cross section of contemporary and historical art books and publications. Borrowed Ground invites you to drop in, meet the artists and browse through our library.

Art Share project is a non-profit, community engagement collaboration between 'thirtythree-45' and 'Droichead Arts Centre'. Thanks to IMMA (Irish Museum Of Modern Art) for their generous contribution of books to this project and for their ongoing support.

A Droichead Arts Centre Visual Arts Project and Exhibition supported by Drogheda Arts Festival

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DROGHEDA ARTS FESTIVAL WORD OF MOUTH

THE RAPE OF LUCRECE

WED 1 MAY | 8PM | €12/€10 DROICHEAD ARTS CENTRE CAFÉ/BAR

THU 2 MAY | 8PM | €20/€18

Join us for an unmissable night of spoken word featuring poetry and battle-rap sensation Mark Grist (UK), Dublin’s best loved poetician John Cummins, top Belfast wordsmith Alice McCullough and local Drogheda-based writer Nicola Cassidy, who returns to the Centre with her spoken word piece Romeo and Juliet: A Love Story, based on the 1996 movie

by Baz Luhrmann. Prepare your ears for a feast!

WORD OF MOUTH will also feature a short open mic section with sign up available on the night - first come first served!

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GATE THEATRE ON TOUR

In this exquisite interpretation of Shakespeare’s tragic poem, internationally acclaimed Irish actress and singer Camille O’Sullivan narrates the fates of Tarquin and Lucrece.

Inhabiting the souls of both characters, Camille weaves a tale of violence, lust, innocence and power. The poem’s tragedy is fully revealed in this visceral production through the hypnotic musical performance of 12 songs with O’Sullivan’s long-time collaborator Feargal Murray.

Adapted by Elizabeth Freestone, Feargal Murray and Camille O’Sullivan Original music by Feargal Murray and Camille O’Sullivan Performed by Camille O’Sullivan with Feargal Murray on piano Directed by Elizabeth Freestone

“O’Sullivan’s performance is brilliant and touching." - The Irish Independent Celebrating Poetry Day Ireland.

DROGHEDA ARTS FESTIVAL NURSE WITH WOUND

TEN PLAGUES

THE BELFAST ENSEMBLE

FRI 3 MAY | 8PM | €25/€22

SUN 5 MAY | 5PM, 9PM | €18/€16

Steven Stapleton’s main musical outlet for close on 40 years, Nurse With Wound draws on nearly every musical genre imaginable as well as Stapleton’s eclectic taste in art, film and music to create its distinctive ‘sound’. There are now over 50 full-length NWW titles, as well as appearances and collaborations on records by artists such as Stereolab, Sunn O))), Current 93 and Larsen. Featuring an array of guest musicians, each live appearance is seen as a rehearsal for the next show, and no two shows have ever been the same. This is NWW first band show in Ireland in 10 years and a Drogheda exclusive.

Tracing one man's journey through a city in crisis, Ten Plagues charts the great plague of 1665, including its entry into Ireland through the port of Drogheda. Part torch song, part Schubert, this ground-breaking piece of music-theatre written by composer Conor Mitchell and playwright Mark Ravenhill includes a striking visual experience created specifically for the Drogheda Arts Festival by local artists Els Borghart and Declan Kelly. This award winning polemical work uses the Great Plague to talk about the AIDS crisis of the 1980’s.

Presented by thirty three-45 in association with Drogheda Arts Festival.

A Drogheda Arts Festival Commission 2019

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BEALTAINE FESTIVAL THE EXPERIENCE OF BEING

SMALLONE

TUE 14 MAY | 2PM | FREE FOR OVER 55’s | €8 FOR UNDER 55’s

TUE 21 MAY | 3PM | FREE FOR OVER 55's | €8 FOR UNDER 55's

BY CAROL MOORE | AN GRIANÁN THEATRE

On her 60th birthday, Cathy should be celebrating, but it all rapidly goes downhill.

“In the shop they didn’t see me.

They saw a warm cardigan and sensible shoes woman.

An insignificant woman.”

A funny, absorbing and moving one-woman play, The Experience of Being is about dwindling power, how to challenge it and why ageism makes growing older far harder than it needs to be. Inspired by her own experience of feeling invisible on reaching her 60s, Carol Moore uses a mix of text, music and physicality to tell this empowering story of a woman who decides to take back control.

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JOHN MURPHY

Mingey loves her cats, Peru and Club Milks. She hates Sunday mass-ones, blackmange mutts and papery sausages.

She is feisty and mischievous but has a heart full of love. She guards her privacy like a treasure. She refuses to be cowed by other people’s view of her or surrender to the sadness she sometimes feels. Moving and tender, Smallone is inspired by people who live lives of quiet privacy, examining the struggles and joys that all of us might feel.

Bottom Dog mark their 11th season with this “small but purrrfectly formed” play by Irish Times Theatre Awards nominee John Murphy.

Bealtaine is a national celebration of arts and creativity as we age. Supported by Create Louth.

THEATRE THE MATCHMAKER

BROTHERS OF THE BRUSH

FRI 7 JUNE | 8PM | €20/€18

28 JUNE | 8PM | €18/€16

BY JOHN B. KEANE

BY JIMMY MURPHY

Based on the novella Letters of a County Matchmaker, John B. Keane’s beloved hit comedy follows the efforts of Dicky Mick Dicky O’Connor as he tries to make matches for the lonely and lovelorn. This production from City Theatre Dublin stars TV favourites Mary McEvoy (Glenroe) and Jon Kenny (d’Unbelievables), who together portray a myriad of characters in this hilarious and earthy dramatic comedy. Using his inimitable way with words and his sense of “devilment” and wit, Keane creates a marvellously colourful world, which delves into the longings, hungers, fears, and foibles, of this collection of lonely country people.

25 years after the original production won Best New Play at Dublin Theatre Festival, Brothers of the Brush returns in an entertaining and thought-provoking new production from Verdant. Starring Luke Griffin (The Clinic, Pure Mule), Stephen Cromwell (Red Rock), Stephen Jones (Love/Hate, Red Rock) and Gerard Byrne (Fair City), Jimmy Murphy’s play tells the story of three house painters, making a meagre living, overseen by an arrogant and shifty boss who is running a small business. Underneath the humour and playfulness of the relationships, a tough world is emerging, where workers are losing faith in old ways.

“I saw it, laughed, cried, loved it and went again.” - The Guardian

“All four performances are excellent” - Irish Independent

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VOICES Theatre is not just what I do. It is who I am.

From the moment I could walk and talk, I immediately had an instinct for performance and storytelling. I consumed books as if they were sweets, and wrote stories of my own, filling endless notebooks with my childish imaginative scrawls, before acting them out in extravagant homemade plays in my living room for patient parents, with coerced siblings making up my cast. Where this immediate love of all things performative came from, I am not entirely sure. It is not something I grew up with, or had modelled for me: my family are not theatrical in any way, and the closest I ever came to a theatre throughout my youth was the odd Panto and the occasional school trip to see a Shakespeare from the syllabus. Yet the fascination and love was always there, if not the skill! I was blessed to find my encouragement and mentor upon attending Sixth Form in the UK and studying Theatre for A-level. My teacher, a dedicated, exacting, inspiring ex-thespian, treated us as young theatre makers to mould as if a professional company. That training and ambition set me on the path I remain on, and have dedicated my life to, as through it I discovered myself in the thrill of creating for others.

The need to connect, to understand, and be understood, has always been a hunger in me, as I think it is in all of us. It is why I always have gravitated toward theatre over film, where the audience are live and complicit in the creation of a world; it is why I direct in the physical ensemble style, where each player is equally, inextricably, and collaboratively essential to the storytelling as a unified collective; it is why I tell the very stories I do, that hopefully provoke thought and reflection as well as revel in play and entertainment; it is why the company is named ‘Quintessence’, as we strive to find the heart of an idea, narrative or character. Creating theatre is the only thing that has ever satisfied this craving in me. It is why I will always direct theatre, despite the many challenges the industry presents. And also because if I did not, I am truly not sure who I would be. Theatre is not just what I do. It is who I am. And I couldn’t be happier.

Anna Simpson

Artistic Director, Quintessence Theatre Company

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THEATRE BOY, GIRL, REPEAT QUINTESSENCE THEATRE FRI 12 JULY | 7PM | €5

"The first problem for all of us, men and women, is not to learn, but to unlearn" - Gloria Steinem Two are born into empty space. Two take their first breath, their first steps, their first foray into a world in which their parallel lives will be divided and dictated by one thing: gender.

Boy, Girl, Repeat is an experimental work in development, which marks Quintessence Theatre’s first project in their ‘Hear Me Roar: Women, Gender and Silence’ programme as the new Theatre Company in Residence at Droichead Arts Centre.

Told entirely without words through stylised movement, soundscape and mime, it follows the story of Boy and Girl from cradle to grave, exploring how that specific crucial difference assigned at birth shapes their whole social existence within the same world.

Quintessence Theatre Company: Theatre Company in Residence at Droichead Arts Centre 2019 funded by the Arts Council.

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MUSIC WOMEN AND TRADITIONAL SINGING WITH NIAMH PARSONS

MON 13 MAY / 20 MAY / 27 MAY / 10 JUNE / 17 JUNE / 24 JUNE 7PM - 8:30PM | COST: €70 DROICHEAD ARTS CENTRE CAFÉ/BAR

An introduction to traditional singing with songstress and balladeer Niamh Parsons. This six week programme will explore the history of traditional singing, song provenance, being comfortable in your own voice, and some simple breathing exercises. Each week, you will work your vocal muscles and learn a new traditional song.

Niamh Parsons has come to be known as one of the most distinctive voices in Irish music, with her earthy, sensuous voice drawing comparisons to such venerated singers as Dolores Keane, June Tabor and Sandy Denny. The great Scottish balladeer Archie Fisher said of her, “a songstress like her comes along once or twice in a generation.”

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MUSIC SLOW SESSIONS BRENDAN MCCREANOR

JULIANSTOWN YOUTH ORCHESTRA JUNIOR CONCERT

SAT 4 MAY / 18 MAY / 8 JUN / 22 JUN / 6 JUL / 20 JUL / 10 AUG / 17 AUG | 2-4PM | €5 | DROICHEAD ARTS CENTRE CAFÉ/BAR

SUN 26 MAY | 7PM | ADULTS €10 / CHILDREN FREE BOOKING ESSENTIAL

For players of any instrument and at any level. A selection of easy and well known session tunes will all be played slowly so that people in the early stages of their playing or those coming back to playing music can have an opportunity to play together in a friendly, supportive and informal setting.

More experienced players who wish to refine their techniques at a slower pace are also very welcome. We also welcome listeners and singers.

In Association with Drogheda Credit Union: Drogheda | Bettystown | Trim

DIALOGUES DES CARMÉLITES |

POULENC

Experience the talents of the junior section of the Julianstown Youth Orchestra and guests at their end of year performance of classical, popular and contemporary music.

Founded in 2011 by Maria and Fergus Sheil, JYO now has approximately 100 members organised into junior and senior orchestras. This junior section of over 40 members consists of mostly primary school children, under the direction of conductor Ailbhe Kirkan. The performance features many blossoming musicians who will be joined by senior orchestra players and guests.

SAT 11 MAY | 5PM | ADULT €24 / CHILD €12

The last opera of the season is Poulenc’s devastating story of faith and martyrdom. Featuring Yannick Nézet-Séguin, mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard and soprano Karita Mattila. Opera Live From the Met in association with Classical Arts Ireland.

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OPENAIR THEATRE AT OLDBRIDGE HOUSE BY CHAPTERHOUSE THEATRE PRIDE & PREJUDICE BY JANE AUSTEN SAT 29 JUNE | 6.30PM | TICKETS ADULT €18 / CHILD €12 | FAMILY TICKET €49 (2 ADULTS & 2 CHILDREN) VENUE: BATTLE OF THE BOYNE ESTATE, OLDBRIDGE

Take a step back in time to meet Elizabeth Bennet, Jane Austen’s notorious heroine. When Elizabeth meets the terse and abrupt Mr. Darcy, she loathes him at first sight. But is there more to him than meets the eye? Brought to life by award-winning writer Laura Turner, this adaptation has been a favourite of Chapterhouse audiences for years and will be a joy to perform in the company’s 20th year of touring. Join friends and family for an evening of theatre in the beautiful grounds of the Battle of the Boyne Estate, Oldbridge, and bask in the glow of this timeless classic.

Gates open at 5.30pm to allow you to get parked and to find a picnic space. The event will go ahead rain or shine. Please bring your own rugs or low-back seating only, and do consider the weather when dressing for the event.

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COME AND EXPERIENCE ALL THE JOY OF LIVE THEATRE IN THE OPEN AIR TREASURE ISLAND BY ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON SAT 27 JULY | 6.30PM | TICKETS ADULT €18 / CHILD €12 | FAMILY TICKET €49 (2 ADULTS & 2 CHILDREN) VENUE: BATTLE OF THE BOYNE ESTATE, OLDBRIDGE

A brand-new adaptation of everyone’s favourite swashbuckling pirate adventure: Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. When he stumbles across a coveted treasure map, young Jim Hawkins finds himself on an epic adventure in the hope of finding Treasure Island. But not everyone is to be trusted, and a dark secret is lurking on board the ship... Don’t miss this timeless and much-loved story.

Gates open at 5.30pm to allow you to get parked and to find a picnic space. The event will go ahead rain or shine. Please bring your own rugs or low-back seating only, and do consider the weather when dressing for the event.

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MUSIC THE ILLEGALS WITH NIAMH KAVANAGH

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S SONG

SAT 8 JUNE | 8PM | €20/€18

FRI 21 JUNE | 8PM | €20

EAGLES AND FLEETWOOD MAC | ‘25’ TOUR

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It’s been 25 years since both the Eagles made a comeback with the magical Hell Freezes Over World Tour, and Fleetwood Mac reformed their most successful line-up for President Bill Clinton. This new show celebrates these two ground-shaking music events from the world’s two most iconic rock bands. Led by Niamh Kavanagh, The Illegals will take you on a journey for three hours of soulful harmonies, exciting riffs, blistering guitars and unforgettable songs like “Last Resort”, “Go Your Own Way”, “The Chain”, “Hotel California” and so many more.

Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a magical night of captivating performances of classical music, popular operatic arias and favourites from musical theatre with classical guitarist Leslie Cassidy, long established as one of the leading exponents of the classical guitar in Ireland and a regular performer at the National Concert Hall; tenor Eoin Hynes, who performs throughout Ireland and has recently released his debut album 'Celebration', and soprano Helene Hutchinson-Murray, who has enthralled local audiences with many stellar performances.

“Niamh is outstanding - The Rolls-Royce of Irish Rock” - RTÉ

Eoin and Helene will be accompanied by Siobhán Kilkelly on piano.

LITERATURE WEE COUNTY, BIG BOOK CLUB LIZ NUGENT IN CONVERSATION

FRI 6 SEPT | 8PM | TICKETS €12/€10

Droichead Arts Centre invites you to read Skin Deep by Liz Nugent this summer as part of the county wide Wee County, Big Book Club project in association with Louth Library Services, An Táin Arts Centre and Creative Spark. Liz will be in conversation with Dani Gill, and will talk about her most recent novel, Skin Deep. There will be an opportunity for the audience to participate and join the discussion.

Two time IBA Crime Fiction Book of the Year Winner, Liz Nugent has worked in Irish film, theatre and television. Both her first and second novels, Unravelling Oliver, and Lying in Wait, were number one bestsellers, winning the Crime Fiction Prize at the Irish Book Awards and achieving widespread critical acclaim.

"A twisted thriller." - Ian Rankin, Guardian Books of the Year "Dazzling ... chilling, mesmerising and, ultimately, devastating. Pure storytelling genius." - Mark Edwards

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FILM

LITERATURE REBELS IN LIGHT AND COLOUR

SAT 6 JULY | 8PM | €10 DROICHEAD ARTS CENTRE CAFÉ/BAR

Impressions of the Impressionists - their lives and work captured in poems by Drogheda poet/artist Roger Hudson – a rehearsed reading with sound and images.

Roger’s free-flowing words and rhythms capture the excitement of exploring new materials, techniques and subjects, the ideas they debated, their empathies and rivalries, Manet’s affair with Morisot, Cezanne’s failed friendship with Zola and Monet’s with Renoir, their battle with the artistic establishment, their struggles with poverty and prejudice, their sheer determination to stay true to their convictions.

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Read by Roger, poet Brian Quinn, and artists Vivienne Byrne, Richard Moore and Garry Maguire.

THE CAMINO VOYAGE

DIR: DONAL O CEILLEACHAIR | IRELAND 2018 | 98 MINS | CERT: CLUB

FRI 24 MAY | 8PM | €10

Building on the success of Drogheda Walks maps, the Boyne Valley Walking group are delighted to present this film as a fundraiser to continue local walking projects. More details on the night.

A crew including a writer, two musicians, an artist and a stonemason embark on the Camino by sea, in a traditional boat that they built themselves on an inspiring and dangerous 2,500 km modern day Celtic odyssey, all the way from Ireland to Northern Spain. Joyously adventurous and profoundly ennobled by their arduous task, this eclectic crew and traditonal boat, called a ‘Naomhóg’, shared a remarkable journey.

Winner of the Audience Award for Best Feature Dingle International Film Festival

FILM * FILM CLUB MEMBERS BUNDLE : 3 FILMS FOR €15

RETURN OF THE HERO* (LE RETOUR DU HÉROS)

A STAR IS BORN*

TUE 4 JUNE | 8PM | €8

TUE 11 JUNE | 8PM | €8

DIR: LAURENT TIRARD | FRANCE, BELGIUM 2018 | 90 MINS | CERT: CLUB

DIR: GEORGE CUKOR | USA 1954 | 154 MINS | CERT: G

France 1809: the handsome philanderer Captain Neuville is called to the front, leaving his future bride Pauline heartbroken. When Pauline doesn't hear from Neuville for months, her sister Elizabeth begins writing fake letters from Neuville. Three years later, the reappearance of the missing soldier causes chaos! This latest period comedy from director Laurent Tirard (Molière) is a charming delight!

This classic musical sees would-be singer Esther Blodgett (Judy Garland) taken under the wing of fading Hollywood star Norman Maine (James Mason) when she saves him from making a drunken fool of himself on stage. Changing her name to Vicki Lester, Esther becomes a star, and is soon married to Norman. However, as Vicki's star rises, so Norman's falls. Harold Arlen/Ira Gershwin songs include the tragic 'The Man That Got Away'.

"A delight from start to finish” - Time Out Australia

“Combines heartbreaking tragedy, out-of-this-world musical entertainment " - The Hollywood Reporter

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FILM * FILM CLUB MEMBERS BUNDLE : 3 FILMS FOR €15

WILD ROSE*

BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY*

TUE 18 JUNE | 8PM | €8

TUE 25 JUNE | 8PM | €8

DIR: TOM HARPER | UK 2018 | 100 MINS | CERT: 15A

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DIR: BRYAN SINGER | USA, UK 2018 | 134 MINS | CERT: 12A

Kerry native, Jessie Buckley (Beast), stars as Rose-Lynn Harlan, a single mother of two, fresh out of jail, whose dream is to leave Glasgow and make it as a country singer in Nashville. Her mum Marion (Julie Walters) simply wants her to create a home for her family. In this story of selfdiscovery, Buckley shines as the charismatic and cheeky Rose-Lynn.

Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer, Freddie Mercury. Freddie defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. The film traces the meteoric rise of the band through their iconic songs and revolutionary sound, all the way to Live Aid. While bravely facing a recent AIDS diagnosis, Freddie leads the band in one of the greatest performances in the history of rock music.

"Fresh as a Scottish summer evening" - The Hollywood Reporter

Academy Award Winner Best Actor 2019 Rami Malek

DROICHEAD YOUTH THEATRE MURDER MYSTERY SUMMER CAMP

DRAMAÍOCHT TRÍ GAEILGE

MON 15 – FRI 19 JULY | 10.30AM – 3.30PM DAILY SHOWCASE FRIDAY EVENING 1ST TO 6TH YEAR STUDENTS | COST: €65

MON 22 – FRI 26 JULY | 10.30AM – 3.30PM DAILY 1ST TO 6TH YEAR STUDENTS | COST: €65

Prepare to be swept into a fantastical world of intrigue, suspicions and espionage at Droichead Youth Theatre's Murder Mystery Summer Camp! From deathly dinner parties to eccentric suspects and hidden motives, make and devise your own murder mystery and solve the clues of the case before it's too late!

An bhfuil grá don ghaeilge agat, but had your fill of filíocht?

Faoi brú about orals, or just plain old looking to do some theatre? Use Gaeilge to explore theatrical techniques such as ensemble, scene work and personal performance, in addition to covering topics and vocab that may come in useful for Leaving Cert oral exams. Come for the drama, agus learn a cúpla focal along the way!

TEENSBETWEEN SHOWCASE SAT 18 MAY | 7:30PM | €10/€5

Come along and see our teenbetweens in action as they show off their acting, directing, writing and design skills in this bumper showcase.

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CRUINNIÚ NA NÓG SAT 15 JUNE | 1PM – 5PM | FREE VENUE: MELLIFONT ABBEY

Everyone is welcome to Louth’s Cruinniú na nÓg, a free family day out celebrating young people and children. Combining music, storytelling, visual arts, craft and heritage, as well as a few surprises. The event will showcase some of the best of Louth’s cultural gems in the beautiful setting of Mellifont Abbey, the first Cistercian monastery in Ireland. Atmospheric in their own right, the abbey’s ruins will play host to a wide variety of performers and artists, coming together to celebrate and encourage children and young people’s participation in culture and creativity. There will be treasure trails, storytellers and local craftspeople making and selling their Louth-inspired wares. The day will also see the return of Draw on LOUTH, facilitated by local artists, where children will get an opportunity to put their mark on LOUTH! Cruinniú na nÓg, an initiative of the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht as part of Creative Ireland, is a national day of creativity for children and young people.

Cruinniú na nÓg - Louth is produced by Droichead Arts Centre and An Táin Arts Centre (members of the Creative Louth Culture Team) on behalf of Louth County Council and the Creative Louth Culture Team. The cooperation of the OPW is much appreciated.

Getting there: Please note parking is restricted, there is no parking onsite.

Buses will be provided from various areas around Louth. More information will be available at www.droichead.com from the end of April.

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FAMILY LYNDANCE ACADEMY ANNUAL SHOWCASE

SAT 25 MAY | 2PM & 7PM €12 | €40 FOR A FAMILY OF 4

Celebrating all of our dance genres, this is a showcase packed with variety and local talent from ages 3 -20 years.

Eight teachers and their students will demonstrate their skills across musical theatre, lyrical, commercial, jazz, acro, hip hop, freestyle and song.

THERE WAS AN OLD WOMAN

ACADEMY OF IRISH DANCING SHOWCASE

SUN 9 JUNE | 3PM | €8

SAT 22 JUNE | 7PM | €13/€10

GENEVIEVE NOONE SHOWCASE

Join the pupils of Genevieve Noone’s drama group as they bring to life the fun and frolics of the children in the shoe as the old woman takes a welldeserved night off. An entertaining tale filled with surprise, wonder, magic, fun and joy awaits you.

CAROLINE CAMPBELL

Now in its 16th successful year, the Campbell Academy returns for their 2019 Summer Showcase. Join us for an exciting and fun-filled show with Irish Dancing, music & song, and family entertainment at its best!

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SUMMER CAMPS THE CHILDREN OF LIR

ARTS & CRAFTS SUMMER CAMP

MON 1 – FRI 5 JULY | 10AM – 2PM AGE 8-12 YEARS | COST: €65

WEEK 1 - MON 15 – FRI 19 JULY WEEK 2 - MON 22 – FRI 26 JULY 10AM – 1PM | AGE 8-12 YEARS | COST PER CAMP: €50

CHILDREN’S THEATRE CAMP WITH GRAINNE RAFFERTY

Summer is the perfect time for your kids to become The Children of Lir. This year, Droichead Theatre Camp will bring these myths and legends alive again. Bringing the swans from Lough Derravaragh all the way to their fateful end, the children will make the set and create new characters, all in one week. Lots of fun will be had with the Tuatha Dé Danann and a little rough magic.

Our week long summer camps are ideal for those budding artists out there.

Week 1 - Have as much creative fun as possible, while developing lots of new skills and techniques along the way.

A week of art and crafts filled with imagination and colour, working with a variety of materials.

Week 2 – Delve into a world created by your imagination and ingenuity, using an array of materials and found objects.

You will join the team and create wonderful large-scale 3D creations that will surprise and challenge those who take part.

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VISUAL ARTS SLIDES

KATE NOLAN SAT 10 AUG – SAT 28 SEP

This collaborative initiative between fine art photographer Kate Nolan and Louth-based fiddler Gerry O’Connor, and Droichead Arts Centre was initiated at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2018. Musicians and singers who frequent Fleadhanna are the subject matter, curated by both Gerry and Kate, while Kate photographed in a purpose built studio in the Droichead, and in the halls, bars and streets of Drogheda. The return of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann to Drogheda in 2019 will see the fruits of this labour, as the printed images will be exhibited at Droichead Arts Centre for the occasion. The title of the exhibition is a reference to the much-neglected film format and also to the traditional tune type in 12/8 time, harking back to times gone by.

Supported by Louth Arts Office and Create Louth.

Photo: The Ó Raghallaigh Family

FLEADH CHEOIL NA HÉIREANN 2019 Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann will return to Droichead Arts Centre from Sunday 11th to Sunday 18th August 2019. Watch this space for an exciting programme of traditional Irish music events to be announced soon!

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES

DRAMA CLASSES FOR CHILDREN

DROICHEAD ARTS CENTRE, BARLOW HOUSE OUR NEXT SEASON OF CLASSES WILL BEGIN IN AUTUMN 2019 | CALL 041 9875140 FOR MORE DETAILS

Drama is a fun and playful way to be creative, developing confidence in your child through role play, drama exercises, storytelling, physical movement and games.

DROICHEAD YOUTH THEATRE

DYT has been central to theatrical life in Drogheda since its foundation in 1991. The Youth Theatre serves multiple purposes, including drama training, and development of social, educational and personal skills. Classes on Friday evenings and Saturday mornings. For more details email rita.mcquillan@droichead.com

THE YARD, DROICHEAD PRINT STUDIOS DROICHEAD ARTS CENTRE

Our print studios are available as a resource for professional artists at a small charge. Training can also be provided for those wishing to upskill. Please contact Carol Ann at 041 987 5140 for more information

JO JINGLES

DROICHEAD ARTS CENTRE, BARLOW HOUSE | TUES 9.30AM & 10.30AM | SAT 9.30AM, 10.30AM, 11.30AM & 12.30AM

Music, singing and movement classes for babies and pre-school children in a relaxed and caring environment.

Contact Jane on 086-4113301 or jojinglesnortheast@gmail.com

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SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL ARTS CENTRE

BE OUR FRIEND

INDIVIDUAL FRIEND €50 | PAIR €100 Become a Friend of Droichead and play an important part in supporting our vibrant multi disciplinary programme. Benefits include: invitations to launches, openings and group discounts on selected shows.

For more information email: friends@droichead.com or tel: 041 9875140 ROOM AND VENUE HIRE DROICHEAD ARTS CENTRE STOCKWELL ST Our modern 169-seated theatre is serviced with a professional lighting and sound system and can host concerts, performances, launches and conferences. The theatre boasts a large film screen and projector to facilitate all your audio visual requirements. The adjoining cafe/bar can provide catering and is also available for separate hire for smaller gatherings and events.

To make an enquiry, contact Rita on 041 9875140 or rita.mcquillan@droichead.com DROICHEAD ARTS CENTRE BARLOW HOUSE A beautiful Georgian heritage building, situated in a great location on West Street, Drogheda’s town centre.

OFFICE SPACE We currently have office spaces available, with kitchen, parking, reception facilities and wifi access.

MEETING ROOMS We have a number of unique spaces for hire, suitable for group meetings, presentations, classes, training, interviews and launches. Rooms are available on a short or long term basis. To make an enquiry, please contact Carol Ann on 041 9875140 or barlow@droichead.com

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