axis' arts development work provides access to both participation and development in all areas of the arts to the community of Ballymun, and through this locale to all who engage with axis, the wider public, artists, teachers etc . This is exemplified in axis' work in arts in education, youth arts, artists development, multi displinary art classes, arts projects, early years projects, and development projects in community settings among many others.
Upcoming Summer Project
Our upcoming arts development summer project The Dream Factory runs from 18th July - 29th July 2011. Children ages 5-8 and 9-12 years old can choose daily drama or art classes for two weeks with a final celebration marking the end of this year’s summer project. More information can be found at (01) 883 2100 or email Niamh Fitzpatrick at niamh.fitzpatrick@axisballymun.ie. Registration forms available at axis reception desk.
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30th May 2012
axis have been invited to perform as part of Young Makers, an international youth arts exhibition running for three weeks in May 2012. This touring exhibition starts out in Cork in January, heads to Kilkenny and finishes up in Dublin. Our showcase, a live performance of original song, music, spoken word and dance will mark the end of this exhibition and workshop series. In the lead up to this, a group of young people from Ballymun will engage in a month-long workshop series facilitated by artist and performer Elayne Harrington.