Linenhall Arts Centre May Aug 2015 Brochure

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THEATRE Wednesday 29th April @ 8.00pm

Asylum Productions - The Chronicles of Oggle

Meet Pakie. An orphan, a storyteller, an adventurer, a survivor.

He may not be the sharpest sandwich in the toolbox, but Pakie’s got secrets. Secrets the God fearing people of Oggle may not be ready to hear… The Chronicles of Oggle is a tragicomic life story of Pakie, a man in his 50s and a by-product of institutional Ireland. His childlike wisdom questions the very fabric of the society that has spawned him, a society of fanatical and institutional madness - a society that has fundamentally failed him.

Although severely disadvantaged, Pakie is indomitable, and he prevails no matter what the obstacles. Written and performed

by Peter Gowen, and directed by Donal Gallagher, this is a hilarious and heart-breaking story of small towns and even smaller minds, underpinned by a tour de force central performance. “…excellent performance and writing.” Irish Examiner “…a comic tale of our times - startling, enjoyable and sad – a sharply faceted performance.” - Irish Times “Gowen… has the audience reeling.” - Playstosee.com “Funny, lyrical... evocative.” - Irish Theatre Magazine Adm. €16 / €14 (concessions)

BEALTAINE FILM MATINEE Tuesday 5th May @ 2.30pm The Hundred-Foot Journey

USA 2014 117mins Language: English Hassan (Manish Dayal) is a culinary ingénue with the gastronomic equivalent of perfect pitch. When he and his family, led by Papa (Om Puri), move to a quaint village in the South of France with the grand plan of opening an Indian restaurant, they are undeterred by the fact that only 100 feet opposite stands a Michelin starred classical French eatery run by icy proprietress Madame Mallory (Helen Mirren). Outraged by the new arrivals, Madame Mallory is determined to have their business shut down. As cultures clash and food flies, an all-out war escalates between the two establishments - until, that is, Hassan’s passion and talent for French cuisine begin to enchant Madame Mallory. Directed by Lasse Hallström (Chocolat) from Richard C. Morais’ novel, The Hundred-Foot Journey is charming, funny and uplifting cultural feast. Certificate: PG “With its picture-postcard setting and mouthwatering Indian and French delicacies, The Hundred-Foot Journey is a film designed to comfort.” - The Hollywood Reporter Adm: FREE

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WORLD CINEMA Tuesday 5th May @ 8.00pm Violette

France/Belgium 2013 139mins Language: French w English subtitles A biopic of one of France’s most notorious post-war literary figures, Violette Leduc, who scandalised society with her protofeminist novels including Ravages and Thérèse and Isabelle.

Director Martin Provost chronicles critical points of her life in six ‘chapters’, including her seminal encounter with the works of Simone de Beauvoir that inspired her first novel L’Asphyxie (1942), and initiated the subsequent lifelong friendship between the two. An acute yet sympathetic study underpinned by an outstanding central performance by Emmanuelle Devos as Violette.

“Compelling, even thrilling.” - Inkoo Kang, Los Angeles Times “A beautifully crafted and performed period drama.” - The Hollywood Reporter “It’s Devos’s outstanding performance that ensures this compels as both cultural history and human drama.” - David Parkinson, Radio Times Adm. €5

LOCAL ARTS: CHORAL Wednesday 6th May @ 8.00pm Harmonia

Harmonia was founded in 2008 by the Retired Teachers’ Association of Mayo, under the baton of Úna Quinn. From its formation, the choir has grown in membership and experience and now comprises over 50 members. It is a choir for men and women whose aims include achieving a standard of excellence in choral singing along with creating a spirit of enjoyment and camaraderie among choir members. It can be said that the choir’s ‘raison d’être’ is singing for enjoy ment, a sense of community and bringing music to everyone.

The choir’s repertoire includes a wide variety of musical genres, with classical and sacred songs, some of the great Irish language songs and contemporary songs. The choir has performed at the Mayo International Choral Festival each year, and in Áras Inis Gluaire, Belmullet, as well as taking part in many community and charitable events.

[Harmonia choir meets weekly in the Gateway Hotel, Swinford from 11.30am-1pm. Initially a retired teachers choir, it now welcome members from all walks of life.]

Adm: €14 / €12 (concessions) / €10 (special Bealtaine rate for 65+)

Booking: 094 9023733

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THEATRE FOR SCHOOLS Tuesday 12th May @ 10.15am & 12.15pm

Branar (Ireland) & Teater Refleksion (Denmark) – The Way Back Home

When a boy discovers a single-propeller airplane in his closet, he does what any young adventurer would do: he flies into outer space! But as it turns out, he is not alone up there... Branar Téatar and Denmark’s Teater Refleksion have joined forces to produce The Way Back Home, based on the hugely successful book by Irish author Oliver Jeffers. This new show without words combines puppetry, original music and the distinctive and evocative design of Teater Refleksion’s Marianne Agaard to realise a beautiful and imaginative story on stage.

Kindly supported by the Arts Council of Ireland.

“Branar... magic of a high order.” - Irish Theatre Magazine “Teater Refleksion… unique… outstanding.” - Aarhus Arts Council A show without words for primary school audiences: Junior Infants - 3rd Class Duration: 40 minutes For further information and booking contact 094 9023733

AMERICAN ROOTS/OLD-TIME Wednesday 13th May @ 8.00pm Foghorn Stringband

The Foghorn Stringband is the present day shining gold standard for American string band music, with eight albums, thousands of shows, over a decade of touring under their belts, and an entirely new generation of old-time musicians following their lead. Through all this, they’ve never let the music grow cold; instead they’ve been steadily proving that American roots music is a never-ending well of inspiration. The band’s music today, as heard on their new album Devil In The Seat, revolves around four master musicians: Oregon-based Caleb Klauder (vocals, mandolin, fiddle) and Reeb Willms (vocals, guitar), and Yukon-based Nadine Landry (vocals, upright bass) and Stephen ‘Sammy’ Lind (vocals, fiddle, banjo). Each member comes not only from a different part of the American roots music spectrum, but leads the pack in their field as well. Onstage, they gather around one microphone, balancing their music on the fly, and playing with an intense, fiery abandon.

“On Devil in the Seat, Foghorn Stringband proves once again that they are still the Chosen Ones when it comes to down-home, footstomping, ass-kickin’ old time music.” - Stuart Mason, FiddleFreak “Effervescent energy.” – Tom Franks, Folk Words Adm: €16 / €14 (concessions) / €10 (special Bealtaine rate for 65+)

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THEATRE Thursday 14th May @ 8.00pm

Green Shoot Productions, Belfast My English Tongue, My Irish Heart by Martin Lynch

based on the book The Literature of the Irish In Britain by Dr Liam Harte Gary and Susan are young, educated and Irish. When they can’t settle in Ireland, they take the momentous decision to emigrate to England. What ghosts will they meet along the way and where will their journey really take them? An emotional and psychological journey, here is a story of love, loss and change criss-crossed by the stories of those who have gone before them, Martin Lynch’s powerful and moving new drama gives voice to the perplexities of living with, and between, two worlds. There is sorrow, struggle and laughter, and everywhere, the question: where is home for the migrant? Telling the story of Irish emigration to England through the generations, this highly innovative play explodes in a fast-paced, production featuring great songs, dance and Lynch’s trademark humour. You will meet some of the greatest characters ever to catch the Holyhead boat or a Ryanair flight. Oh, did we mention that audience members can take an active part in the play?

Adm. €10 / €7 (concessions)

CLASSICAL PIANO Sunday 17th May @ 8.00pm Nikolay Khozyainov

Photo: Teruyuki Yoshimura

Hailing from Blagoveshchensk, in the Russian Far East, Nikolay Khozyainov is one of the most remarkable pianists of his generation. Winner of numerous awards, Khozyainov has already made his recital debut at Carnegie Hall, appeared in concert with the Tokyo Symphony, Warsaw Philharmonic and Sydney Symphony Orchestras while touring Europe, Asia and the USA. Nikolay was due to perform at the Linenhall in late 2013, but was unable due to ill health. We are delighted he’s managed to find time in his busy schedule to play for us now! Don’t be fooled by the shock of blond curls, the boyish charm or the swarm of Facebook fans – here is a performer capable of great maturity and sensitivity, who can convey the freewheeling, rhapsodic intensity of the great Romantic composers to dazzling effect. Prepare to be wowed!

Programme: Haydn - Sonata No. 34; Martin O’Leary - Blue Toccata; Frédéric Chopin - Ballade No. 2; Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - Theme and Variations in F-Major; Sergei Rachmaninov - Sonata No.1 “Master of the keyboard... a glittering display of virtuosity.” - Irish Independent Adm. €16 / €14 (concessions)

Booking: 094 9023733

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BLUES/FOLK Monday 18th May @ 8.00pm Chris Smither

Having distilled his own signature sound of blues and folk for 50 years, Chris Smither is truly an American original, who continues to draw deeply from the blues, American folk music, modern poets and philosophers and hone his distinctive sound. He has always traveled his own road, eschewing sophisticated studio tricks and staying true to his musical vision. A profound songwriter, a blistering guitarist and “a one-man band to the bone”, Chris melds the styles of his two major influences, Lightnin’ Hopkins and Mississippi John Hurt, into his own signature guitar sound. Perhaps best known for his song Love You Like A Man which was recorded by Bonnie Raitt and jazz great Diana Krall, his music has been covered by numerous artists and featured in soundtrack albums, independent film, television and commercials. Chris’ latest release Still on the Levee is a career-spanning retrospective double CD that highlights the vast catalogue of this American music master.

“A cult reputation, peppering his tunes with rusted blues, country, some jazz and a wise lyric.” - Uncut “Deep, sad, wise songs, allied to perfectly crafted arrangements.” – Mojo (5 stars) Adm: €16 / €14 (concessions) / €10 (special Bealtaine rate for 65+)

WORLD CINEMA Tuesday 19th May @ 8.00pm

Human Capital (Il capitale umano)

Italy 2014 110mins Language: Italian with English subtitles Human Capital begins at the end, as a cyclist is run off the road by a careening SUV the night before Christmas Eve. As details emerge of the events leading up to the accident, the lives of the well-to-do Bernaschi family, privileged and detached, will intertwine with the Rovellis, struggling to keep their comfortable middle-class life, in ways neither could have expected.

Meanwhile, Dino Rovelli’s’s teenage daughter’s relationship with hedge-fund manager Giovanni Bernaschi’s playboy son complicates an already tricky social dance of status, money and ambition. - Tribeca Film Festival “Superbly played, designed and photographed... a worthy companion to Sorrentino’s The Great Beauty.” - Radio Times “Stylish... deftly constructed by director Paolo Virzì, boosted by an array of strong performances.” – Mark Kermode, The Observer “A wonderfully involving story of greed, privilege and betrayal.”

– George Byrne, Irish Independent “Engrossing.” – Jay Weissberg, Variety Adm. €5

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VARIETY PERFORMANCE Wednesday 20th May @ 3.00pm

Rehab Care in Mayo - The Heart of Mayo

The Heart of Mayo is a variety performance of mime, dance, song and acted scenes that focus on Mayo past and present and what is at its heart. The red and green spirit extends into this show to every one of its people especially service users and staff at Rehab Care – investing in people and changing perspectives. It benefits us all to search for opportunities in which each person has their chance to shine. When this continues to happen then the World becomes a better place. The truth always flourishes in the theatre and in this piece by Rehab Care in Mayo in collaboration with the Linenhall, a wonderful opportunity is created for people who have to work that bit harder to win their space in society. Directed by John Griffin, who is well known in amateur drama circles performing and directing for many years, and whose practice focuses on the use of Dramaturgy in disability and mental health fields. The cast is made up of attendees and staff at Rehab Care, Mayo and their friends.

LOCAL ARTS: MUSIC Thursday 21st May @ 8.00pm Tomas Langan & Joseph Deery

Tomas Langan and Joseph Deery invite you to join them for a very special evening of nostalgia on a journey spanning the golden years of song, from the most sentimental of Irish melodies to the syncopated swing of the 40s and 50s, all in support of the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind. The boys, along with special guest Brian Lofthouse, will present a varied musical palette with a richness of lyric and melody that only the old song can bring.

They promise that you will not leave without a song in your heart! Tomas and Joseph met at St Joseph’s School for the Blind, and since early childhood have forged the tightest of musical bonds, one that has been appreciated by audiences on countless occasions. Between them they play a varied assortment of instruments, and are completely at home in many genres including Traditional, folk, classical, swing and contemporary. So if you enjoy the music of John Mc Cormack, Joseph Locke, Vera Lynn, Marlene Dietrich, Dean Martin or Nat King Cole, why not step aboard for this nostalgic journey? Remember, places are limited, with no standing room, so book yours now and support the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Adm: €12

Booking: 094 9023733

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THEATRE Tuesday 26th May @ 8.00pm

Abbey Theatre - Maeve’s House

Photo: Ros Kavanagh

It was as if the magazine in my hands had become a mirror.

After a sell-out run at the Abbey Theatre and an international tour to New York, Maeve’s House is back on tour. This delightful one man show is written by and stars Eamon Morrissey, one of Ireland’s best loved actors. Maeve Brennan was one of our greatest short story writers. Although she lived in New York, many of her finest stories are set in Ranelagh, Dublin where she grew up. By coincidence Eamon Morrissey was brought up in the same house, and on discovering this, he felt compelled to meet this enigmatic and mysterious woman. This beautiful poignant story, directed by Gerard Stembridge, features extracts from Maeve Brennan’s writing and presents a moving portrait of two artists in conversation across generations. Eamon Morrissey has been one of Ireland’s best loved actors for over fifty years. He has been involved in over one hundred productions at theAbbey Theatre and is also a well known face on RTÉ’s Fair City.

“Engrossing.” – New York Times “Something that comes close to pure magic.” – Sunday Independent Adm. €18 / €16 (concessions)

LOCAL ARTS: COIRM CEOL Wednesday 27th May @ 8.00pm

St Angela’s - Seisiún na nÓg 2015 Drámaíocht, Damhsa agus Amhránaíochta ar an Sean Nós, damhsa seite agus seisiún ceoil le daltaí ó Scoil Naomh Aingeal, Caisleán a’ Bharraigh.

Sean Nós dancing, drama and musical performance with pupils from St. Angela’s Primary School, Castlebar.

Contact 094 9022902 for tickets and further information.

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BEALTAINE TRAD CONCERT Thursday 28th May @ 8.00pm

Caitlín & Ciarán – fiddle – concertina – dance

Acclaimed musicians Caitlín Nic Gabhann and Ciarán Ó Maonaigh have joined forces to create one of Traditional music’s most impressive acts, brimming with soul and life. Through fiddle, concertina and dance, Caitlín and Ciarán breathe fire into musical pieces, combining their arts with chemistry and energy. Three time All-Ireland champion on concertina, Caitlín is a regular performer at festivals and in concert halls from USA to Asia, as well as an accomplished dancer who has toured as a troupe dancer with Riverdance. Fiddle player Ciarán Ó Maonaigh is a former TG4 Young Musician of the Year, is also a member of acclaimed band Fidil. Their music is a joyful unleashing of talents learnt at the hearths of their parents, family and friends. Ciarán’s fiddle is complimented by Caitlín’s concertina and dance, her footsteps expertly tapping out the rhythms and elevating the duo’s musical excellence. A dynamic pair and a great night in prospect.

“Caitlín Nic Gabhann and Ciarán O Maonaigh are two of the finest instrumentalists on the Irish traditional scene. Individually they are stunning but together they bring a freshness and excitement to the music that is uniquely their own.” - Robbie O’Connell Adm: €16 / €14 (concessions) / €10 (special Bealtaine rate for 65+)

WORLD CINEMA Tuesday 2nd June @ 8.00pm

Two Days, One Night (Deux jours, une nuit)

2014 Belgium 95mins Language: French with English subtitles Sandra (Marion Cotillard) has just been released from the hospital to find that she no longer has a job. According to management, the only way Sandra can hope to regain her position at the factory is to convince her co-workers to sacrifice their much-needed yearly bonuses. Now, over the course of one weekend, Sandra must confront each co-worker individually in order to win a majority of their votes before time runs out. With Two Days, One Night, directors Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne have turned a relevant social inquiry into a powerful statement on community solidarity, once again delivering a film that is simple on the surface but alive with both compassion and wisdom. - Sundance Selects “A tense dramatic situation and a subtly magnificent central performance from Marion Cotillard add up to an outstanding new movie from the Dardenne brothers: impassioned, exciting and moving.” - Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian “Exquisite.” - David Rooney, Hollywood Reporter Adm: €5

Booking: 094 9023733

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THEATRE Thursday 4th June @ 8.00pm

Seamus Moran - Have A Heart

When a man who’s recently had a heart transplant thinks that his new heart is talking to him, is he going insane, suffering side-effects from the medication or could it be possible? Could this really be happening? When his new heart persuades him to embark on a major quest, his life and his world are turned upside down and inside out. He is soon operating well outside his comfort zone where his beliefs, assumptions and view of himself are all called into question, tested and challenged.

Written and performed by Seamus Moran (beleaguered Bistro owner Mike Gleeson in RTE’s Fair City), Have A Heart is a wonderfully dynamic and visual piece of theatre about love, obsession and head versus heart that demands a real tour de force performance. Structured like a detective story, it’ll keep you guessing and fully engaged throughout. Directed by veteran actor/director Liam Halligan.

Adm. €16 / €14 (concessions)

BLUES ROCK Wednesday 10th June @ 8.00pm

Derek Mc Gowan & his band - Rainlight Following on from the launch of his new album Rainlight, Derek Mc Gowan makes a welcome return visit to the Linenhall. This time he is bringing together a full compliment of highly talented musicians to showcase his own songwriting and music, and features the original recorded musicians on the Rainlight album: David Dee Moore on bass, Joanne Keegan on vocals and guitar, Pat Early on fiddle, Mervyn Sayers on sax, and Anthony Mc Namee on drums, accompanying the bluesy influence and gifted guitar playing of Derek himself. The songs on this exciting new album have been picked from a wealth of material that Derek has built up over the years, with the promise of many follow-ups to come. Prepare to be entertained and thrilled by this live performance of Derek’s original and exciting music.

Adm. €14 / €12 (concessions)

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LOCAL ARTS: CHORAL Thursday 11th June @ 8.00pm Vocalessence

Vocalessence is a 40-member ladies choir, based in Castlebar. It was formed in September 2014 and this will be their second concert. The choir has also taken part in the Kiltimagh Choral Festival, where it was awarded 2nd place in their category.

This concert promises be a delightful evening, with pieces from Handel to Bob Dylan, John Rutter to Karl Jenkins and favourites such as I Dreamt I Dwelt in Marble Halls and The Seal Lullaby. The choir will be joined by special guest Ronan Egan.

Musical Director Kathy Fahey, accompanist Joseph Garvey.

Adm: €10

LOCAL ARTS: CHORAL Wednesday 17th June @ 8.00pm The Troubadours

Photo: Alison Laredo

The Troubadours are an eclectic group of Mayo-based singers wishing to revive the power of storytelling through song in the true troubadour tradition. The group has been busy preparing a wide and varied repertoire for this show under the direction of Kathy Fahey. This small group of 10 men will sing a selection of favourites, old and new, with relaxed harmonies and even more relaxed banter! The group got together in 2013 and is delighted to be back at the Linenhall for the second time under their Musical Director Kathy Fahey. The lads will be accompanied by The Sophisticats, a four piece band, and on the agenda for this great night’s entertainment are songs such as Waltzing Matilda, Hey There, Delilah and Bring Him Home.

Adm. €12

Booking: 094 9023733

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STAND-UP COMEDY NIGHT Thursday 18th June @ 8.00pm

The International Comedy Combo

Three men. Three countries. One stage. America’s Will Franken, Wales’ Dan Mitchell and Castlebar’s very own Charlie Smith present a night of pure international comedy. Dan Mitchell is an award-winning stand up comedian, comedy writer, TV and radio actor, presenter and event host/compere, and came second in ITV’s Show Me the Funny. “Absolutely Hilarious.”- Ross Noble “A joy to watch.”- Bob Mortimer “Funny stuff.”- Eddie Izzard Will Franken has been featured on BBC America’s The World Stands Up and has performed his patented theatrical lunacy in festivals worldwide, including Just for Laughs in Montreal. “Franken is carrying some of the best traditions of American humour in his material.” – Independent (UK) “Simply hilarious.” - The Times Charlie Smith has made a name for himself on both the UK and Irish comedy circuits. He recently finished a successful tour of his first solo show Charlie Smith: Too Tall For The Ride, from Edinburgh Fringe right down to the Brighton Fringe and all stops in between.

Smith is also a popular compere and host of Cardiff’s The Comedy Den. “Smith’s charm and self-deprecating wit… his stories delight and entertain.” - Three Weeks “Brilliant” - Buzz Magazine Adm. €16 / €14 (concessions)

THEATRE Wednesday 24th June @ 8.00pm

Des Keogh - My Fair Ladies

Celebrating his 80th year, one of Ireland’s most renowned actors and performers, Des Keogh, gets to fulfil a life-long ambition to play legendary Irish man of letters George Bernard Shaw.

Following the phenomenal success of his show The Love-Hungry Farmer by John B. Keane, Des has devised and performs in a hugely entertaining new play about the many ladies in the extraordinary life of one of the greatest playwrights of all time.

Shaw not only shares anecdotes about the loves of his life, but also his forthright views on sex, marriage and celibacy. George Bernard Shaw was the author of Pygmalion, which became the universally acclaimed film My Fair Lady. Other titles include Arms and the Man, Saint Joan, Heartbreak House, Major Barbara and countless others. He was also a hugely controversial essayist and commentator. Join Des Keogh for a special evening of wit passion and humour in a very special year.

“Keogh is a wonder. A master-storyteller.” - Associated Press “Des Keogh is superb. A consummate actor wedded to a skilled raconteur.” - Irish Times Adm. €16 / €14 (concessions)

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LOCAL ARTS: DANCE Thursday 25th June @ 8.00pm Danceworld

Making its very first appearance at the Linenhall, Danceworld presents its showcase on stage. Danceworld is an established and highly regarded stage school for 5-18 years young people.

Based in Ballina, it is now expanding its horizons to other areas across Mayo to share its knowledge and expertise in dance and stage performance. As Danceworld heralds, “it’s not just a movement… but a way of life!” Here it showcases a programme of energetic and exhilarating performances of various styles of dance in the Hip-Hop culture along with musical theatre and confidence building routines. Danceworld is delighted to present live on stage its young, talented and aspiring dancers from around the Castlebar areas in what promises to be a great evening of entertainment for all the family.

Adm. €10

CONTEMPORARY/FOLK/ROOTS Thursday 2nd July @ 8.00pm Sharon Murphy

Photo: Tom Honan

Sharon Murphy is a singer, songwriter and performer who spent many years in Clifden, Co Galway. She began to sing at an early age, and taught herself to play guitar. Sharon writes songs straight from the heart, personal songs that touch a universal chord in people. Her singing voice is a truly unique sound. Performing solo Sharon projects a style and a sound that goes from soul to reggae to folk to blues, all the time sounding original and real. Her guitar playing is a unique blend of driving rhythmic percussive beats one moment, then delicate gentle finger picking the next. In concert, she is a bundle of contradictions, serious one minute, laughing and joking the next, telling stories that turn into songs, putting everyday heartbreak under the microscope so that we can all see and recognize ourselves in the mirror she holds before us.

“A haunting voice.” – Telegraph (UK) “You hit me to the heart.” – Sir Tom Jones (on BBC TV’s The Voice UK) Adm. €16 / €14 (concessions)

Booking: 094 9023733

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THEATRE Tuesday 14th July @ 8.00pm Beezneez - Thy Will Be Done

The ever-popular Beezneez theatre company returns to the Linenhall with a cracking production of Michael Carey’s hit play, Thy Will Be Done. This is the story of two brothers, Jack and Peteen who live side by side but haven’t spoken in 40 years with home help, Bridie, acting as a go-between. Peteen’s has been a failed marriage with a wife emigrating to America just before their son was born, never to return. When she dies in America, her son returns to Ireland and is torn between his love for his uncle and his respect for his father. Equally hilarious and moving, Thy Will be Done has become an international favourite and, given the usual Beezneez production standards, patrons are guaranteed an evening of laughter and tears, in equal measure.

Adm. €16 / €14 (concessions)

TRAD/FOLK/CONTEMPORARY Tuesday 1st September @ 8.00pm

The Alan Kelly Gang with Eddi Reader & John Douglas

Returning after last year’s sell out show, the critically acclaimed Traditional Irish band, Alan Kelly Gang reunites with Scotland’s mesmerizing songstress, Eddi Reader (ex Fairground Attraction) and Trashcan Sinatra’s guitarist and songwriter, John Douglas, performing all new material from their latest album The Last Bell.

Sheer musical synergy in its most natural form, once a collaboration, now a band, their performances have been praised for leaving audiences spellbound. Fronted by Ireland’s piano accordion maestro, AKG (with Steph Geremia - flute/vocal; Alasdair White fiddle; Ian Carr - guitar/vocal) sits firmly at the cutting edge of the Traditional and World music scene, full of passion, driving rhythms and buoyant harmonies. From traditional to contemporary, Eddi Reader brings joyous life to all forms of song. Perhaps best known from the Fairground Attraction days of chart-topping single Perfect and its album First of a Million Kisses, Eddi has effortlessly developed into one of popular music’s most thrilling and affecting performers. A musical match made in heaven.

“An astonishing concert.” - The Living Tradition magazine Adm. €20

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THEATRE Thursday 3rd September @ 8.00pm

Declan Gorman - The Dubliners Dilemma

The Dubliners Dilemma is the hit theatrical show adapted from the stories of James Joyce. Declan Gorman’s acclaimed oneman tram-hurtle through James Joyce’s Dubliners has wowed audiences from Ireland to Moscow since its launch in 2012. It was the top-selling and top-billing event for Bloomsday at the James Joyce Centre in 2014 before transferring to The Garden of Genius Festival at Yasnaya Polyana in Russia. Set in 1914, London publisher Grant Richards has determined to re-read Joyce’s controversial manuscript, eight years after rejecting it over fears it might breach British and Irish obscenity laws. As the racy, comic stories of Joyce’s childhood and young adult world spring to life around him, Richards relives his frustrating correspondence with the petulant Irish writer. Should he risk everything second time around and be the one to launch this volatile but brilliant genius on a world about to descend into the madness of war?

“Gorman holds the audience enraptured throughout with a truly mesmerising performance... Remarkable” - Metro Herald “Ingenious... very entertaining one man show.” - Mail on Sunday “Compelling… animated and intelligent.” - Irish Theatre Magazine Adm. €16 / €14 (concessions)

VISUAL ART: GALLERY Friday 17th April - Saturday 23rd May Vicky Smith - A Final Soar Into Orbit

Featuring an atmospheric installation, photography, film work and figurative clay sculptures, Vicky Smith reflects on “the disappearance of an RAF pilot, the legacy that has resulted over three generations, strong independent women and an obsession with flight and missions to space.” The nature of the work is inspired by her great grandfather, the book Astronaut Wives’ Club by Lily Koppel, the Life magazine images taken from this time, her grandfather’s photographs and the re-appropriated fictional TV character Arthur Daley. Within this installation the artist examines this legacy resulting in a fictional end to the story.

Vicky Smith’s practise explores the tendency of art to be effective in the real world, and miscommunication and translation between art forms and concepts. Smith is a visual artist based in Engage Arts Studios in Galway. She has an MA from NCAD’s Faculty of Visual Culture, an MA in Arts Administration and Cultural Policy from Goldsmiths College, London, and a BA from Crawford College of Art. She is currently joint Project Coordinator of Engage Art Studio Project.

Adm. Free

Booking: 094 9023733

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Beezneez - Thy Will Be Done

Sharon Murphy

Danceworld

Des Keogh - My Fair Ladies

The International Comedy Combo

The Troubadours

Vocalessence

Derek Mc Gowan & Band - Rainlight

Seamus Moran - Have a Heart

Two Days, One Night

Caitlín & Ciarán

St Angela’s - Seisiún na nÓg 2015

Abbey Theatre - Maeve’s House

Tomas Langan & Joseph Deery

Rehab Care - The Heart of Mayo

Human Capital

Chris Smither

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Declan Gorman - The Dubliners Dilemma

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Contemporary/Folk/Trad Alan Kelly Gang + Eddi Reader + John Douglas 13

Theatre

Contemporary/Folk

Dance

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Stand-Up Comedy

Choral

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Blues Rock

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World Cinema

Trad Music & Dance

Coirm Ceol

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Music & Song

Variety Show

World Cinema

Blues/Folk

Classical Piano

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Old-Time Music

Choral

World Cinema

The Hundred-Foot Journey

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Teens Workshop (16-18s) Visual Art Portfolio Preparation

Children’s Workshop (4-7s) Sea and Shoreline

Children’s Workshop (4-7s) Natural Art

Children’s Workshop (4-7s) More to Paint

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Adult Workshop Introduction to Painting for Adults Children’s Workshop (4-7s) Your Back Garden

Introduction to Stage Lighting

Children’s Workshop (12-14s) Quick Draw Life Drawing Adult Workshop

Booking - Tel: 094 9023733

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Children’s Workshop (8-12s) Collage Selfie

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Children’s Workshop (8-12s) Make Your Mark Children’s Workshop (8-12s) Your Back Garden

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Tue 28 Jul

Children’s Workshop (8-12s) Getting into Oils

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Sat 6 Jun

Circle Dancing for Adults Drumming Playshop

Fri 22 May

Children (5-7s+Parent)

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Adult Workshop

Conor O’Grady - Green Carnations

Diane Henshaw - Drawing from the Land

Landscape in Line

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WORKSHOPS - (NB: Start dates and times only)

Visual Art

Fr1 28 Aug - Sat 3 Oct

Thomas Brezing-Why Stop Dreaming...

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Visual Art

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Fri 10 Jul - Sat 22 Aug

The Art Room - Bealtaine Visual Arts Exhibition

Visual Art

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Life As We Know It Vicky Smith - A Final Soar Into Orbit

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EXHIBITIONS

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VISUAL ART: GALLERY Friday 29th May - Saturday 4th July

Thomas Brezing - Why Stop Dreaming When You Wake Up?

An exhibition of painting and installation that reflects the artistic opportunity to prolong childhood through play and possibility.

“Most thoughts going into my current art practice are informed by what I experienced as a child, in my dreams, visions, in silence and in my actual life. ‘Day dreaming’ for an artist is essential. These works are loosely based on the notion of landscape and location, woods, water, in some cases the human presence and how we interact with our environment and respond to it. The paintings are not pre-planned, but rather the actual act and pleasure of painting takes over and chance and looseness play as much a role as concrete thinking… striving towards a totality that is impossible to achieve.” Thomas Brezing was born in Germany in 1969 and moved to Ireland in the 1990s. He has exhibited widely in Ireland and also in Germany, Wales, England, Finland and Belgium.

“It is Brezing’s insatiable curiosity - intellectually, spiritually and philosophically - and the remarkable generosity of will that he invests in his art and life that makes him such a considerable artist.” - Patrick Graham Adm. Free Official opening on Friday 29th May at 7.30pm. All welcome.

VISUAL ART: GALLERY Friday 10th July - Saturday 22nd August Diane Henshaw - Drawing from the Land

An exhibition of drawings by artist Diane Henshaw. A modern IrishEnglish dictionary translates the word dinnseanchas as ‘topography’ (the science of place), but its etymology is more complex, originally referring to an ancient genre of mythological geography that gave a poetic account of place names. Diane is seeking in her works to express the spirit of dinnseanchas in a modern idiom, as a ‘cognitive-imaginative mapping’ of the environment through forms of artistic engagement. Diane deals with the abstract and her work is known for its pared down lines and formulated composition. Her artistic process displays the history of marks of decisions past, of the time spent, and the material layers used to build up her images. The overall impression is that the drawing process may contain anything, but its success depends upon combining its parts into a cohesive, spontaneous unity. Over the past 20 years Diane has exhibited in Europe, North America, Asia and Indonesia, and has held numerous artist residencies both in Ireland and internationally. She is a founding member of Outland Arts and The Drawing Box. Her work is in many private collections.

Adm. Free Official opening on Friday 10th July at 7.30pm. All welcome.

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VISUAL ART: GALLERY Friday 28th August - Saturday 3rd October Conor O’Grady - Green Carnations

“If you are not like everybody else, then you are Abnormal, if you are Abnormal, then you are Sick… These three categories: not being like everybody else, not being normal and being sick are in fact very different but have been reduced to the same thing.” - Michel Foucault Green Carnations is the inaugural solo exhibition of Visual Artist Conor O’ Grady. The exhibition is the culmination of an ongoing practice which references several aspects of societal, cultural and artistic modes of consumption. The exhibition uses traditional art approaches to re-present the contemporaneous experiences of Irish gay people, focusing particularly on those most at risk of experiencing societal, political and emotional oppression. Green Carnations reflects consistent signifiers of our shared histories; images of isolation, alienation and otherness that are evoked in traditional Irish culture, and substitutes them for experiences that characterise the palpable sense of trauma and societal estrangement expressed throughout entire generations of Irish gay people.

Adm. Free Official opening on Friday 27th August at 7.30pm. All welcome.

VISUAL ART: FOYER Monday 13th April - Saturday 2nd May Life As We Know It An exhibition showcasing the Traveller community as active citizens in County Mayo with a focus on culture and traditions in contemporary Ireland.

Presented by Mayo Travellers Support Group in conjunction with the County Mayo Traveller Interagency Forum and supported by South West Mayo Development Company and the Department of Equality, Justice & Law Reform.

Photographs by Mark Slee @ Realta Kiltimagh E: realtakiltimagh@yahoo.ie M: 087 6471460 Adm. Free

Booking: 094 9023733

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VISUAL ART: FOYER Saturday 16th - Saturday 23rd May

Landscape In Line

Landscape in Line is an exhibition resulting from an open callout inviting people to contribute their drawings to make up a collective, joined up landscape drawing. Drawing is one of the fundamental human creative activities, one that can be traced back both thousands of years in human history and also to early years of childhood development. Devised and curated by visual artist and curator Ian Wieczorek, Landscape In Line presents a joined up ‘ribbon’ landscape made up from individual drawings submitted as part of an open callout. Playful, inventive and engaging, the results of this invitation are on show for you to enjoy in this celebration of the act of drawing.

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VISUAL ART: FOYER Fri 29th May - Fri 12th June

The Art Room - Bealtaine Visual Arts Exhibition

A group show by participants in The Art Room initiative, which facilitates arts workshops for people in care settings.

This exhibition represents the art work created by residents from three care centres in Co. Mayo which are part of the “Art Room” arts programme: The Sacred Heart Hospital, Castlebar; Cuan Chaitriona Nursing Home, Castlebar; and St. Attracta’s Nursing Home, Charlestown. The Art Room is facilitated by artist Tom Meskell who works with people in long stay care, and whose primary objective is to encourage and support the participants in reaching their creative potential, which has a positive effect on the individuals, the centres they live in and on family members.

A film showing a workshop in action can be found at www.tommeskell.com Adm. Free Official opening on Friday 29th May at 3.00pm. All welcome.

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HERE’S YOUR CHANCE: CIRCLE DANCING FOR ADULTS Circle Dancing For Adults

with Derrie McGahon Four Fridays 10.30am - 12.00pm, commencing 22nd May Dancing in a circle is an ancient tradition common to many cultures for marking special occasions, strengthening community and encouraging togetherness. These 4 workshops are an opportunity to explore circle dances from many different cultures and countries, giving participants a chance to dance traditional circle dances, and more modern choreographed ones, to traditional and contemporary music from all over the world . All dances will be taught in a fun and relaxed manner, participants do not need to have any previous dance knowledge.

Derrie McGahon has many years experience practicing, teaching and choreographing circle dances. She established Circle Dance Ireland with her husband Michael in Sligo in 2003. For further information see www.circledanceireland.com Circle Dancing For Adults takes place over four Friday mornings commencing May 22nd (continuing 29th May, 19th & 26th June.

NB: there are NO CLASSES on June 5th and 12th) from 10.30am12.00pm each day. Cost per head for the workshop series is €35.

Pre-booking is ESSENTIAL. Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended. Booking and further information from the Linenhall.

DRUMMING PLAYSHOP Drumming Playshop and Sound Journey

for 5-7 year olds and their parents with Lukasz Krzywon Saturday 30th May 11.30-1.00pm Explore the basics of rhythm and music with your child in this exciting Drumming Playshop. Learn rhythms on African drums and go on a rhythmical exploration to find your own unique groove. Play fun, musical and interactive games and then take a sound journey with a story accompanied by relaxing instruments like singing bowls, sansula, bells and gongs to create the sounds which bring about the atmosphere of tranquility and relaxation. Children and adults will have the opportunity to experience the vibrations of the singing bowls on palms and chests. A perfect opportunity to spend quality time together in a creative and fun way.

Lukasz Krzywon is an artist, musician and workshop facilitator with a background in philosophy, holistic therapy, play therapy and childcare. www.littlerainbowireland.com Drum Playshop and Sound Journey for 5-7 year olds and their parents takes place on Saturday 30th May from 11.30am to 1.00pm. Cost per child is €10. Please bring a blanket for you and your child and a mat to lie down during relaxation. Each child, or set of siblings must be accompanied by one parent/guardian.

There are sixteen places available and pre-booking is ESSENTIAL. Booking and further information from the Linenhall.

Booking: 094 9023733

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DRAWING WORKSHOP Quick Draw Life Drawing

for 12-14 year olds with artist Aisling Holian Two Saturdays from 11.00am-1.00pm, commencing 6th June Explore and develop your life drawing skills. Get the school holidays off to a creative start by creating a series of life drawings using materials such as pencil, charcoal, chalk pastels, paint and pens. The key aim of these workshops is to develop the participant’s ability to capture as much information as possible in a short amount of time. Quick drawing will develop the participant’s eye while at the same time producing an impressive body of work. The workshop series will begin with a brief introduction to Life Drawing followed by drawing exercises where the participants work directly from observation of a clothed life model in short and medium poses. Longer pose for second workshop.

Aisling Holian holds an Honours Degree in Production Design for Theatre, Film & TV from IADT and a Degree in Product Design from CIT. Aisling’s career spans from Architecture to working in Theatre & Film. She has exhibited her Fine Art in both solo and group shows throughout Ireland. Aisling is currently a member of the Linenhall’s Community Arts Team devising and delivering Visual Art Programme for Schools.

Quick Draw Life Drawing for 12-14 year olds takes place over two Saturday mornings commencing 6th June, from 11.00am1.00pm (continuing 13th June). Cost per head for the workshop series is €25. Places are limited and booking is essential. Booking and further information from the Linenhall.

CALLING ALL ARTISTS! CALLING ALL ARTISTS: MAYO ARTISTS SHOW 2015 - IT’S COMING! Just to flag that the Mayo Artists Show, organised biennially by the Linenhall, will take place this coming December 2015-January 2016. The show is open to everyone over the age of 18 who makes visual art (in any discipline), and who is from or currently living in Mayo.

Full details, including submission dates, will be announced in the forthcoming September-December programme. Watch this space!

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LIGHTING WORKSHOP Introduction To Stage Lighting

with Oisín Herraghty Five Saturdays 3.30-5.00pm commencing 6th June This workshop series offers participants an introduction to stage lighting, starting with the basic stage lights and filters (gels). You’ll learn how to wash a stage in colour and get an introduction to lighting design. Oisín will guide you through the basics of lighting control from dimmer boards to intelligent lights. Throughout the workshops you’ll also be receiving tips on health and safety in relation to the stage lighting context. Lights are a huge part of every stage production. Prepare yourself for an insight into the world of a stage lighting technician.

Oisín Herraghty has many years experience in stage lighting.

He started at a young age with the simple but important task of “footing the ladder”, and has since reached lofty heights of award winning lighting designer. His lighting credits include musicals, pantos and stage performances too numerous to mention and all the productions of DoYouPlayhouse. He is a key member of staff at the Linenhall Arts Centre.

Introduction To Stage Lighting takes place over five Saturdays from 3.30pm to 5.00pm (6th, 13th, 20th, 27th June; and 4th July).

Cost for the five sessions is €40 per person. Places are limited, and booking is ESSENTIAL. Booking and further information from the Linenhall.

CASE FOR CRAFT: FOYER Case For Craft - Craftworks Mayo An ongoing showcase exhibition. Craftworks Mayo was established in March 2012 as a not-for-profit network of local craft workers to champion and promote unique and quality assessed craft and design in County Mayo. By working together, members inspire and encourage each other and pool their knowledge and resources which provides the support needed to achieve both national and international recognition for each craft business.

Craftworks Mayo. Living Crafts. Artisian. Original. Unique. www.craftworksmayo.ie Adm. FREE

FREE ONLINE BOOKING! There’s NO Online Booking Fee at the Linenhall!

We’d just like to call your attention to the fact that you won’t incur any booking fee if you book online at the Linenhall! And it’s as handy a way to ensure you won’t miss out on any of our must-see shows.

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Booking: 094 9023733

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HERE’S YOUR CHANCE: PAINTING WORKSHOP Introduction To Painting For Adults

with Mary Noonan Mondays 11.00am - 1.00pm for four weeks commencing 8th June This series of practical workshops will focus on the basic fundamentals of painting. Week one will focus on tone and line.

Participants will draw a simple outline of a still life composition.

Using black and white paint participants will then consider the tonal values of the composition and implement them. Week two will put a spotlight on colour theory and mixing, again putting what is learned into practice in a still life study. In weeks three and four participants will work on a personal project creating a painting from personal source material (an object or good quality images/photographs). Throughout the workshops Mary will provide pointers and tips based on participants’ abilities, and will share her in-depth knowledge of painting. By the end of the series each participant will have one finished art work. These workshops will be run in an informal and relaxed manner.

Mary Noonan holds an MA in Fine Art (painting) from the National College of Art and Design and has presented numerous solo exhibitions both in Ireland and abroad. She has held artist residencies in the Tyrone Guthrie Centre (Monaghan), Can Serrat Arts Centre (Spain) and the Heinrich Böll Cottage (Achill, Mayo) to her credit, and has work in the collections of the OPW, Wesley College, Irish Life and Meath County Council. She has delivered several very successful workshops and workshop series here at the Linenhall Arts Centre.

Introduction To Painting For Adults takes place over four Monday mornings commencing June 8th (continuing 15th, 22nd, 29th June) from 11.00am-1.00pm each day. Cost per head for the workshop series is €50. There are twelve places available, and booking is ESSENTIAL. Participants will be required to bring their own materials for the workshop. Booking and further information from the Linenhall.

GIFT VOUCHERS LINENHALL GIFT VOUCHERS - THE PERFECT GIFT!

Looking for a gift with a difference? May we suggest a Linenhall Gift Voucher? These handy vouchers are redeemable against all ticket sales and workshops for our forthcoming programme at the Linenhall, or even Art purchases made through the Linenhall Gallery. Available at prices to suit any pocket, these Vouchers are an ideal way of giving a gift of the Arts for any occasion!

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PORTFOLIO PREPARATION Visual Art Portfolio Preparation Starter Course

with Amanda Rice Monday 10th to Saturday 15th August, 10.30am-4.30pm each day Visual Art Portfolio Preparation Starter Course is aimed at students aged 16-18 yrs who intend to study art, design or animation at third level. It is designed as a six day intensive course which will enable the student to work independently throughout the academic year on their portfolio for entry into art college.

This course will cover animation, combined printmaking and photography along with basic drawing and painting skills. Each student will receive a portfolio starter information pack which includes information on third level courses, tips on how to excel in the portfolio points system, along with interview and presentation techniques.

Amanda Rice is an award-winning visual artist and freelance lecturer at third level art colleges across Ireland and internationally. She has worked with numerous students to prepare successful portfolios for third level college entry. Amanda’s website is www.amandarice.net Visual Art Portfolio Preparation Starter Course takes place over 6 days Monday 10th August to Saturday 15th August, from 10.30am to 4.30pm with a lunch break from 1.00pm-2.00pm.

Cost per head is €130.

Participants will be required to have their own basic art supplies (details available from the Linenhall 094 9023733). Booking is ESSENTIAL.

ALL EARS SHHHH! DON’T KEEP IT A SECRET! If you’ve had a good time at the Linenhall - a brilliant night of music, a great theatre show or an inspiring workshop - we’d really appreciate it if you would tell your friends about it, either in person or via social media.

TELL US! We love to get feedback on what we do here at the Linenhall, whether it’s something we’ve done well, or something we can improve on - your feedback helps keep us on our toes! Feel free to drop us a line, send an email or pick up the phone.

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Booking: 094 9023733

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WRITING WORKSHOP WRITE AWAY Inishbofin Creative Writing School for Adults with Jean Tuomey Monday 31st August – Friday 4th September 2015

Taking place on the inspirational island of Inishbofin, WRITE AWAY is an exciting opportunity to write in an encouraging environment under the popular guidance of Jean Tuomey.

This workshop offers a guided, supportive writing environment, and while the craft of writing will be touched on, it is not the primary focus of the course. It is especially suitable for first-time writers or those who have not yet experienced the positive atmosphere of a writing group, however all levels are welcome.

The only requisite is enthusiasm. The course is under the guidance of Jean Tuomey, a teacher with over 20 years experience and a passionate enthusiasm for creative writing. Jean has trained as a writing facilitator with the National Association for Poetry Therapy in the US and has led many extremely successful writing projects for the Linenhall.

WRITE AWAY takes place from 10.00am – 1.00pm daily. Cost per head is €110. (NB. Accommodation and transport to and from the island is NOT included). Places are limited, and booking is ESSENTIAL. Booking and further information from the Linenhall.

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EXHIBITION CALL-OUT Landscape in Line: an invitation to be a part of an exhibition!

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We’re inviting all of YOU to be part of the Linenhall’s Landscape in Line exhibition! Here’s a chance to take part in a collective art project and celebrate the act of drawing to mark this year’s National Drawing Day (see p.17 of this programme). The idea is to create a joined up ‘ribbon’ landscape made up from lots of individual drawings that are all linked only by a common horizon line. What we’re asking is that you take an A5 piece of paper or card and draw a landscape on it following the guidelines below. And then send it to us here at the Linenhall so we can present it as part of a big, joined up landscape to be exhibited in the Linenhall Foyer.

GUIDELINES FOR INCLUSION (NB - we’re being strict with this!): 1. Use a single A5 piece of paper or card (dimensions: 148 x 210mm - fold an A4 piece of paper in half and there you have it!).

2. Use any drawing medium – pencil, pen, marker, crayon, charcoal… - and DRAW your imagined view of a landscape. Urban, rural, historical, exotic, psychedelic: it’s up to you...

IMPORTANT: - The horizon line MUST be at the same height at the left and right edges (- what happens in between is up to you!).

- What you draw is completely contained within the piece of paper – ie nothing should ‘bleed’ off the edges (so that each drawing can be joined up to the next) as smoothly as possible.

3. Put your name and contact details (name, tel no, email, address) on the reverse of the drawing.

4. Post or drop in your submission to the Linenhall Arts Centre, Linenhall Street, Castlebar, marked ‘National Drawing Day’.

5. One submission per person. Closing date for entries is Friday 8th May at 5.00pm. Works will not be for sale. After 23rd May, works may be collected from the Linenhall (NB: sorry, no postal returns unless you send an appropriate sized stamped, self-addressed envelope.) Please note uncollected work will be retained only until 30th June.

Have fun, and help us put the ‘line’ into Linenhall!...

Booking: 094 9023733

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SUMMER WORKSHOPS SUMMER ART WORKSHOPS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE from 7th - 30th July 2015

We have a group of wonderful professional artists who want to share their amazing skills with you, so we are offering a series of 1-day and 3-day workshops throughout July exploring a whole range of different ways to make art. You will need to bring a lunch with you each day and wear loose comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting in a mess.

Please note that, to ensure a quality experience for all participants, places are strictly limited and BOOKING IS ESSSENTIAL. Booking and further details from the Linenhall Arts Centre. Tel: 094 9023733 The Linenhall implements a comprehensive Child Protection Policy in line with national best practice. Copies of the Policy are available from the Linenhall, and may be viewed on our web-site www.thelinenhall.com

Our Team of Workshop Facilitators These workshops will be facilitated by the Linenhall Arts Centre’s Community Arts Team which currently comprises: Marian McHale studied Fine Art at the National College of Art and Design and Galway Mayo Institute of Technology. Her medium of choice is paint, and she has many years experience working in the field of interior design.

Aisling Holian holds an Honours Degree in Production Design for Theatre, Film & TV from IADT and a Degree in Product Design from CIT. Aisling’s career spans from Architecture to working in Theatre & Film. She has exhibited her Fine Art in both solo and group shows throughout Ireland.

Tríona Langan holds a degree in Product, Footwear and Apparel Design from London College of Fashion, and a HDip in Community Education. She has many years experience as a teacher and workshop facilitator, and is the newest member of the Linenhall’s Community Arts Team.

Patricia Halligan works in a support role on the Linenhall Arts Centre’s Community Arts team. She has many years experience working as a pre-school assistant.

The team would like to thank former member Jenny Mongan for her assistance in designing these workshops

SUMMER WORKSHOPS

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SUMMER WORKSHOPS The fun starts here!

Your Back Garden (for 4-7 year olds) Tuesday 7th July 10.30am - 2.00pm, including a 30 min break Using the theme of a place that you know really well explore different printing techniques including mono-print and collograph to create an art work based on your own back garden. Find out how to use printing tools and methods, and print out the results yourself using the Linenhall’s table top printing press. Can you dig it?

Adm: €6 per participant

More to Paint (for 4-7 year olds) Wednesday 8th July 10.30am - 2.00pm, including a 30 min break There’s more to painting than just brushes. Using household materials find new ways to use paint. Try your hand at mini portraits using paint blown by straws. After that we head under the sea and add something new to your paintings by adding salt to the paint you use.

Adm: €6 per participant

Natural Art (for 4-7 year olds) Thursday 9th July 10.30am - 2.00pm, including a 30 min break Using nature as your inspiration, explore finger painting, stencilling and more. Cut out your own flowers and decorate using the finger painting technique. Then explore the possibilities of stencils as a way of making designs and patterns to make and decorate your work. Go green and get colourful!

Adm: €6 per participant

Getting into Oils (for 8-12 year olds) Tuesday 14th to Thursday 16th July (NB: 3-day workshop) 10.30am - 2.00pm, including a 30 min break Here’s a fantastic and rare opportunity to get hands-on with the best known traditional art medium - oil paints on stretched canvas. Learn all about colour mixing, layering, texture, paint application and the craft of using this classic medium, and come away with your own masterpiece to hang on the wall.

Adm: €20 per participant

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SUMMER WORKSHOPS Make Your Mark (for 8-12 year olds)

Tuesday 21st July 10.30am - 2.00pm, including a 30 min break There are loads of ways to draw. This workshop will give you plenty of new ideas about mark-making and drawing. Using materials from pencils and graphite to charcoal and crayon, get to know different mark-making techniques. Then try your hand at still life drawing with a Cubist vibe, and find out how to reduce images to basic shapes and colours.

Adm: €6 per participant

Your Back Garden (for 8-12 year olds) Wednesday 22nd July 10.30am - 2.00pm, including a 30 min break

Try out three of the best known printing techniques: etching, mono-printing and collograph. Based on the theme ‘Your Back Garden’ (- think flowers, sheds, trampolines, washing lines, chickens ... ) explore these three methods and print the results hands on using the Linenhall’s table top printing press.

Adm: €6 per participant

Collage Selfie (for 8-12 year olds) Thursday 23rd July 10.30am - 2.00pm, including a 30 min break Artists have been making self portraits - the original selfies - for hundreds of years, and they’ve come up with loads of different ways of presenting themselves to the world. After looking at how other artists have approached this - thinking about arrangement, composition and colour - you’ll have a chance to make your own self portrait using the technique of collage. Express yourself!

Adm: €6 per participant

Sea and Shoreline (for 4-7 year olds)

Tuesday 28th to Thursday 30th July (NB: 3-day workshop) 10.30am - 2.00pm, including a 30 min break The sea has captivated artists since the dawn of time. Over three days you’ll be making art based on the theme ‘The Sea and the Shoreline’. You’ll be using collage (as a group and individually), blow painting, stencilling, making and more, using a variety of paint mediums, paper, card, tissue, glue... Dive in!

Adm: €20 per participant

What are you doing this summer?

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WELCOME TO OUR CAFÉ !

As you may have already experienced, our bustling Linenhall Café continues to win great compliments from regulars and visitors alike for its quality, value and friendly service. So why not come along and check out our cool vibe, as you enjoy a tasty snackette, soup, wrap, sandwich, scone or sweet, and sip on what we proudly claim is the best cappucino in town!

Linenhall Coffee Shop Opening Times: Mon-Fri: 10am-5.30pm Sat: 10.30am-5.30pm See you there!

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