Trinity Ball Guide 2022

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T-Ball CONTENTS 03. Welcome!

04. Who’s Who? 08. Trinity Ball Throughout the Years 10. T-Ball Fashion 12. What’s in your T-Ball Bag? 14. Accessibility 16. How to Survive Trinity Ball & Map 18. Trinity Ball Horoscope

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Long time no see, huh? This year Trinity Ball is back with a bang, bringing you a whole range of acts for this years theme... Celtic Revival! I’m sure you’ve missed us just as much as we’ve missed you, so let’s get into what to expect from Trinity Ball 2022.

I’m sure this years Trinity Ball (Or T-Ball for those who are just extra cool) is going to be one for the books. It’s been a long time since any of us had the joys or queuing up in the cold for a line up you aren’t really all that happy with, but the FOMO was too much to not buy a ticket. All jokes aside, this year is sure to be a good one. There’s plenty of built up exciement and anticpation for whatever night of madness and music ENTS have put together for us this year. In this years guide to Trinity Ball, we’re bringing you guides on each of the acts, as well as any must-know information you simply need to know before making an absoulte fool of yourself on front square.

This publication was designed by Meghan Flood for Trinity Publications and Trinity Ents.

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This years line-up has some familiar faces, especially if you were one of the poor souls with a Trinity Ball ticket way back in 2020 (rest in peace).

This year under our shiny new theme of Celtic Revival ENTS is bringing you Tinie Tempah, Alan Fitzpatrick, Biig Piig, CMAT, and Malaki, just to name a few. Let’s break down the acts so you can be that one cool person who knows all the performers, even if they’re super obscure. Like totally so underground.

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Alan Fitzpatrick is known for successfully carving out his only unique niche in the never ending techno world, but how does it stand up against our beloved DUDJ? Fitzpatricks tunes like Haven’t You Heard combine that good old disco grooviness with everything you love about techno. I’d highly recommend bring your Dr Martens for this one so you can get a proper groove on, because trust me, We Do What We Want is sure to make you dance the night away.

Biig Piig is an Irish singer and rapper currently based in West London.

Her music is a mix of English and Spanish, adding a whole other level to her work. Her song Feel Right transports you to a whole other dimension with her chilled out vibes and steady beats. If you’re trying to look cool this Trinity Ball, you’re sure to look like the vibest gal in the world rocking away to Biig Piig and her chilled out beats. Biig Piig is one to give a listen to before you get to her set, just so you can enjoy singing Switch while aggresively pointing into the void at whoevers wronged you.

CMAT is a singer, songwriter, and musician from Dublin. Her style is to die for, looking like she’s walked straight out of Lucy’s Lounge.

CMAT’s music melds together folk, pop, and country, creating memorable beats that you just can’t help dancing to. If someone can find out, I’d really appreciate if someone could find out what hairspray she uses because that level of quiff and volume is something I can only aspire to achieve.

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Tinie Tempah shouldn’t come as any surprise for anyone in the know with Trinity Ball drama. Meant to headline the last Trinity Ball, Tinie Tempah is due to take the main stage on the 22nd. Starting his music career back in 2005, Tinie Tempah is perhaps best known for some of his major hits such as Written in the Stars and Pass Out. Now, we can hope that nobody takes that last hit literarly, but I know for sure Tinie Tempahs time on stage is gonna get people moving, dancing, and enjoying Trinity Ball in all it’s essence.

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Malaki is the name to know if you’re trying to get up to date with anything in Irish rap. Emerging into the scene back in 2019, Malaki’s music is explosive and expressive, challenging the ‘hard man’ archetype that so many Irish lads are raised with. Malaki challanges toxic masculinity, fusing together personal messages of self expression and explorations of truth. Malaki’s tunes are vibey with smooth lyrics that you can’t help dancing to. This is one not to miss!

GRACEY’s music is the perfect dance along vibe with head bopping tunes. She might be in the middle of touring, but I know I sure am glad she’s taking the time to stop at Trinity Ball this year. Her songs like Empty Love are a mesh of everything you love about pop but fresh, original, and extra catchy. When I was trying to come up with the words to sum up the vibe GRACEY gives I started listening to the song ‘Got You Covered, and let me tell you, peak Charli XCX vibes!

DJ Seinfeld is the tent you’d expect to find people finger tutting at. You know the gloves with the lights at the finger tips? Yep, exactly that.

DJ Seinfeld is the perfect vibe for your house music vibes and head banging dancing, with tunes like ‘These Things WIll Come To Be’ and ‘U’ having a steady rhythm to vibe away to! Just don’t let yourself get completely hypnotised by their music, I’m pretty sure I was transported to a different plane while vibing out listening to their music writing this.

49th & Main are an iconic independent indie-pop electronic duo who started releasing music way back in the hell year of 2020. Between Ben and Paddy, they record their own vocals, play their own instruments, and produce their own work. Impressive, right? Their music is the peak of house music with smooth tunes that are sure to be the perfect vibe to dance the night away.

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Guess what guys, that’s right, it’s another electronic duo. Don’t worry though, each of these groups are bringing something different to the table and the same can sure be said about Obskür. Hailing from Dublin, Obskür’s inception back in 2019 has led way to some banging music that brings elements of hard hitting 90’s music, and peak Hip-Hop samples. Obskür are the perfect vibe for some heavy dancing and absolute vibes.

Plantain Papi is a producer and vocalist from Dublin taking music and making it his own. He fuses rap, afrobeat, and pop sounds together and has been making waves since 2017. Plantain has been banging out tune after tune and his songs like ‘Crazy’ and ‘Good Time’ are the perfect song to get your groove on to. His vocals and rhymes hit, but the beats are simply unmatched. To quote the man himself, you better come check out his set so you can ‘let your waistline move’.

If you’re thinking ‘where is my dreamy chilled out pop music!?’ look no further. Just Wondering are the perfect group for your chilled out vibes and bounce along dancing. Their music brings you summery dreamy pop that’s sure to bring you to a whole other world. Make sure to check them out if you’re looking for some raw vocals and absolute peak dance along vibes to get you through the night this Friday.

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Prospa is our next electronic duo to come to Trinity Ball this year and they bring something a little different to the table. While they had more of an interest in rock early on in their teens, when they discovered electronic music it all changed for them. Their music meshes together the vibe of classic house and rave-era music. The pair are from across the water in Leeds and we’re excited to have them over at Trinity Ball this year, funky tunes in hand!

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Long long ago, back in 1958, Trinity Ball began. Way back then it wasn’t just a night to get drunk at while pointing at the library and saying “ha, I should be in there right now”. Nono, Trinity Ball was a hub of excellent tunes, fabulous fashions, and great times all around.

Of course we still can claim that, but I don’t think we’ll ever reach the same level of funky as these pictures way back when.

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If I had a euro for everytime I overheard someone ask what you’re actually supposed to wear to Trinity Ball, I probably could have afforded a Trinity Ball Ticket. Now don’t be stressing, we’ve put together a handy dandy list of advice for what not to wear and what you should 100% be wearing, and what you should avoid at all costs.

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Keep the dresses midi to mini if possible. It gets surprisingly muddy when over 7000 people are running around campus. Any longer and you’ll be tripping up yourself, people around you, and creating a bit of a mud bath in the process. If you’re going to go for something uber fabulous, accept that your dress will be a muddy mess.

Vintage and fabulous is all the rage.

Expect to see funky shirts and slinky silks spattered all over Trinity Ball this year.

Whether you’re going for 90s grunge or the Y2K fashion dominating the world right now, sticking with something a little bit vintage inspired is sure to bode well for your Trinity Ball fashion show.

Let’s hear it for funky jewellery! If you can find anything earring sized, whether it’s toy duck, or anything in anyway sparkly, smack em on your ears and you’ll be hitting all the trend ticks. If you want to level it up, find some chunky costume jewellery chains and rings. Warning, you might turn into a disco ball.

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DO NOT WEAR HEELS. FOR THE LOVE OF YOUR ANKLES DON’T DO IT. You were never able to walk across Front Square cobblestones in heeled boots, let alone tiny little stilhettos. If needs be, bring them for the pictures, but make sure to throw a pair of Dr Martens or trainers in your bag too.

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WHAT SHOULD BE IN YOUR TBALL BAG THIS YEAR?

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It’s hard to know what exactly to bring in your little bag for Trinity Ball, so we’ve put together a mini list of the simply must have items, as well as some extra suggestions if you’re looking to go the extra mile. We’ve got everything you need for not only a fun night, but a safe one too. So give this section a read and get your bag ready for the night of a lifetime!

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It feels a bit silly saying make sure you bring a phone, but at the very least, try bring a portable charger. You’re going to be playing photographer for the night, and fingers crossed, BeReal will wait till we’re all dressed up before sending out the notifcation, but let’s be real, you’re phone battery isn’t going to last all night.

Charge up before you go and get ready to charge it on the go!

You might not want to bring your whole wallet or purse with you, but make sure you have the essentails. Have your card/ cash so you can enjoy the food and drink stands. Have your I.D on hand. And don’t forget to plan ahead! If you’re heading home via bus, luas, or train, have the leap card handy too! You don’t want to get stranded when we all get kicked out late Friday night.

Looking to go the extra mile? Here’s some extra bits to throw in your bag to up the fun, or maybe just use as a little checklist on the night.

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Make sure to pick up your ticket before heading into Trinity Ball! Just because you have the golden online email that your payment went through, doesn’t mean you’re good to go just yet! You can pick up your golden ticket on Friday morning, just make sure you don’t leave it behind at pre-drinks!

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And of course, who could forget, your super handy guide to Trinity Ball 2022: Celtic Revival, courtesy of Trinity Publication.

Now, let’s keep it smart and safe everyone. If you’re planning on going out with a literal bang, keep a condom on hand. Let’s keep it safe!

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Trinity Ball is an event for everyone to enjoy, so we’re going to give you some headsup about the accessibility set up going into this years Trinity Ball. This is going to cover everything from how you actually get in, where you can go to take a breathe if you’re overwhelmed, and some general safety tips to make sure you get the most out of the night.

If you need any further information on how to stay safe on the night, check out the SU information on drug safety and what to do when spiked. If you need to reach out to anyone Trinity Ents should be at the ready to help out and answer any questions you might have! They also have a super handy highlight on their instagram page where they’ve answered lots of Q&A’s about Trinity Ball.

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Now if you’re looking for somewhere peaceful on the actual night, there’s a few things you need to know. On the night of Trinity Ball the campus doesn’t exactly run as normal, spaces that are normally a place of quiet refuge tend to get a little bit busier. The main tents get pretty crowded, but you can usually find some peace on the greens just outside the tents, especially near the GMB. Access isn’t just whether or not the event is wheelchair accessible, and the ball itself can become a bit of a sensory overload. This year, ENTS are making sure there’s two spaces of respite in case you’re feeling overwhelmed at any point. These spaces have St Johns Ambulance and Trinity medical staff at hand if you need any further assistance too.

On the night you can access the event through the Nassau Street entrance (the Arts Block) or at the Westland Row Entrance (Science Gallery). You must have your ticket with you to enter on the night! There’s also a limited time frame for ticket checking, so make sure to be there between 21:00 and 22:30 to get into Trinity Ball.

Before heading to Trinity Ball, we’d also recommend taking sometime to familarise yourself with any harm reduction information you’re going to need, depending on the type of night you’re planning on having.

As part of this, we also highly recommened looking over the posts from both the SU and Ents regarding spiking, and how to help a friend in case this happens on the night. It’s always best to stay informed, even if you think it’s unlikely to happen to you or your friends. Your drink might appear foggy, have excessive bubbles, change colour, or if there’s ice, it might sink to the bottom. If your friend might have been spiked, stay with them, and get help from a member of staff. Don’t leave them with anyone you don’t know or trust, and make sure they stop drinking!

If you’re planning on heading into the college before the ball, or if you don’t have a ticket and you’re just reading this to avoid the rush later in the day, there’s a few FYI’s you should know.

On the 22nd, the Front Gate entrance will be closed all day up until midday the next day.

You can also access the college through the other entrances as normal up until 2pm on Friday. From then on, you’re going to need to show your student I.D to get into college, and you need to be off campus before half 5! You also have some restrictions to worry about if you’re a resident on campus.

Make sure to stay safe on the night, know your limits, and familarise yourself with the spaces you can take a breather if you need it. Finally, eat before you get there, and don’t go mad at pre-drinks. Know your limits, and just take your time. It’s not a race! Hydrate and eat up, we’ll see you there!

Residents! This ones for you. Unless you have a ticket, you can’t access college as normal.

There is no access for residents between 19:00 and 02:00, so make sure to get your shopping in if you aren’t planning on actually going to the ball.

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Hydrate! Please! We can’t emphasise this enough. If you drink before hand you’re going to be less likely to start downing every other drink around you. Plus, you’re going to be thankful of it in the morning when you’re fighting off a hangover and the fear.

Charge your phone! We know we’ve already said it, but just charge it up before you leave the house. It doesn’t take any effort at all and will save you a headache later on in the night.

We all want to have fun at Trinity Ball, but be smart with your fun, okay? Since you’ve already followed our handy little check list, you’ll already have a condom in your bag, so use it! Wrap it up and keep everyone safe while you’re having your fun okay.

You can be warm and fashionable in the one! I promise! We’ve already recommended bringing some flats to save your feet from pain, but don’t forget to bring something warm too! You can make it a statement jacket, a cute cardigan, or a scarf turned shawl.

Now this might just be me, but the stress of exams and essays has ruined a good night out in the past. Get ahead of the stress now and spend a day or two in the library, even if it’s only for an hour or two.

If that sounds like too much, just make a plan for next week so you don’t have to start planning while hungover!

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Please eat something before you go out!

We’ve all heard the term soakage before, and while shovelling slices of white pan bread into your mouth to literally soak up drink is a bit ridiculous, there’s some truth to be said in it. There’s usually some food stalls at Trinity Ball, but think ahead and get some food in before you go. Eat up, think ahead, and save your bank account a few extra euros.

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Leo you are the definition of fiery and fiesty, but Trinity Ball might bring something a little different for you this year. The stars are suggesting moments of intimacy, gentleness, and warmth. Let your guard down and let these moments happen, it’s okay to be vulnerable sometimes!

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Aries, this is your night. After a difficult few months, this is going to be your night to shine! Your birthday is probably only just passed recently, so just treat the night as your belatted birthday party part two!

Maybe get some sequins to match your ‘it girl’ moment. You deserve it after all.

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This is a night for you and your friends Cancer. Trinity Ball is going to be a night full of friendship, listening, and caring for one another. Enjoy the time to bond with these people and dance the night away!

Maybe bring some tissues in your bag for the tears that come with a good DMC.

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Pisces don’t get lost in the aesthetics of the night. Everyones posts are going to be dressed up pictures of themselves and their friends, and I’m willing to bet everyones going to be holding off on their BeReal till they’re dressed up. Don’t compare yourself and just enjoy your night!

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Tonight is filled with all sorts of opportunities Gemini. If you feel like you’ve been in a bit of a rut, just know that Trinity Ball is going to be the night that brings that rut to an end. Don’t overthink your night and just know that good is going to be coming your way!

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Aquarius this is going to be your lucky night! Whether you’re just looking to have a party night with your friends, or you’re finally going to reach out to the person you like instead of writing a Trinder, the stars are in your favour! Enjoy the night you lucky thing.

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Now Taurus, we know you like to be heard, and your opinion is important, but don’t go starting any fights this Friday! You can get fiesty sure, but the stars are warning you, don’t get into any arguments, it won’t be worth it. Instead, fule that energy into dancing the night away.

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Capricorn. look at you. You’re all prepared for a good night out so stop your stressing and planning! Sit down and chill out, your clothes are fab, your makeup is going to be fab, and you’re going to have a good time so enjoy the night and stop stressing your head off.

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Want to know what the night ahead has in store for you?

Need a little guidance from the stars on how to get ready?

Look no further! Trinity Ball Horoscopes are here to guide you on the path to the most fun for Trinity Ball 2022.

These aren’t any old horoscopes either... we used tarot cards to get you the best possible advice for Trinity Ball!

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Virgo you might have developed a habit of isolation, putting up walls that you don’t need to be having. Let Trinity Ball be the night you let those walls down, and actually enjoy yourself! Dance the night away and put away any fears you might have about how people perceive you.

We all know you love to be a little bit mysterious Scorpio, but you’ve let someone in beyond the walls haven’t you?

There’s a special someone who’s gotten to know you whos going to want to have a dance this Friday. Embrace the moment and dance the night away!

Libra, tonights the night with that special someone! Now we aren’t necessarily saying that in the way you might expect.

Been fighting with a friend? Or maybe just grown distant? Tonight’s the night to make up and leave your grudges behind. Enjoy the moment.

Sagittarius, the night of Trinity Ball is going to be a bit of a challenge. Despite this potential for the night to be messy, you’re going to have all the strength you need to carry on. Be prepared, but don’t let it ruin your night. The best thing you can do is not let it phase you and stay strong.

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