- Company:
- Dublin City Council Arts Office and axis
Bealtaine - Events and Projects at axis
‘Bealtaine’ is the national festival celebrating creativity in older age, and is one of Ireland’s biggest arts festivals. axis in partnership with Dublin City Council Arts Office are delighted to be presenting a number of projects and events throughout the month of May for over 55’s and friends.
From song-writing to cinema, visual art to theatre, ‘Bealtaine’ at axis will celebrate and showcase the talents and skills of both established and first-time older artists. It is a chance to ‘give it a go’, to enjoy, see and to make new and challenging work. ‘Bealtaine’ creates the space to explore creativity and to discover talents until now unseen.
Bealtaine Lunchtime Concert: Dunne & Hernandez Trio
date: 6th May / time: 1pm / tickets: free (Bookings open April 12th)
There’s a rare chemistry between the Dunne and Hernandez Trio. With their expert accordion playing fused with classic Latin guitar, subtle percussion and unadorned voice they are a match made in heaven. Tickets free to patrons over 55 and limited to 4 people per booking.
Be Creative: Printmaking Workshop
date: 18th May / time: 2–4pm / participation: free
Pre-registration required as numbers are limited. (Bookings open April 12th)
Elke Thönnes is an artist who has exhibited widely in Ireland and Germany, and has been a resident artist in axis’ art room for several years. This year, Elke will facilitate a two hour workshop in the art of printmaking. Contact axis’ reception for information or to sign up. No experience necessary!
Be Creative: Songwriting Project
date: Weds from 14th April for 7 weeks / time: 6.30pm–8.30pm / participation: free
Pre-registration required as numbers are limited. (Bookings open March 22nd)
Colm Quearney is a musician and songwriter. He also has a lot of experience of facilitating music projects throughout Dublin. Colm will facilitate a songwriting project in axis offering participants the chance to explore music, singing and most importantly, their own songwriting ideas. You never know what you might come up with!
See Creative: Artist Talk
To coincide with Lorcan Walshe’s work being exhibited as part of the ‘Bealtaine’ exhibition in axis’ gallery, Lorcan will be giving a free public talk on his work. Check out our gallery section for more info on the Bealtaine visual art exhibition and don’t forget the free ‘Bealtaine’ film screening as part of our film club ‘The Pictures’ on Monday May 31st.
Beataine special offers:
Half Price Tickets – A number of tickets to the performance of ‘The Parting Glass’ on Tuesday May 18th will be made available for just €6 for patrons aged 55+, supported by Dublin City Council Arts Office. Bookings for these tickets must be made at axis’ box office in person and allocation is strictly on a first-come first served basis, so be sure to book early to avoid disappointment!
€10 tickets all other axis shows for over 55’s for the month of May. Please mention this offer when booking. Proof of age may be required.
Café special offers: Sandwich & Tea/Coffee for just €4 OR Dinner & Tea/Coffee for just €6!
These ‘Bealtaine’ events are brought to you by Dublin City Council Arts Office in partnership with axis.