From 7 - 10 October, Dublin buildings of all types and periods will open up their doors to allow citizens explore the architecture of their city, with special tours by hundreds of professionals and enthusiasts, completely for free.

2010 is an exceptional year in Irish architecture as it sees the completion of several large-scale projects in Dublin city. To mark these new urban landmarks as well as the innovative work of Irish architects across all scales, we have adopted the theme – Big, Small, Global. Open House Dublin is a unique opportunity to explore the city in all its dimensions.

Open House Dublin is curated by Dr. Sandra O'Connell and is presented by the Irish Architecture Foundation. To see the programme as it grows, visit www.architecturefoundation.ie/openhouse

Exhibition of new paintings by young American artist, Dana Schutz. Please visit http://www.douglashydegallery.com for full details

Exhibition of photographs and one painting by visionary American outsider artist, Eugene Von Bruenchenhein. Please visit http://www.douglashydegallery.com for full details

The Plough and the Stars by Sean O'Casey

For more information and booking: http://www.abbeytheatre.ie/

This major survey exhibition of Jack B Yeats promises to bring many of his great masterpieces together for the first time in almost 40 years. Guest curated by Brian O'Doherty (aka Patrick Ireland), the internationally acclaimed artist, critic and theorist, the show will explore Yeats' interest in the subject and realities of the outsider persona. Many of the great works from Yeats' late ex- pressionist phase will be included alongside his more local, political works of the 1920s. The show will be accompanied by a new publication with a major new critical text by Brian O'Doherty, as well as new texts by Dr Tricia Cusack and Dr. Thomas McEvilley.
Guest curated by Brian O'Doherty. 

For further info please visit www.themodel.ie

Butler Gallery is honoured to present Tony O'Malley: Constructions, the first exhibition dedicated entirely to the sculptural constructions of the renowned Irish artist, Tony O'Malley (1913 - 2003).  The exhibition is curated bu Butler Gallery's Director, Anna O'Sullivan.  A full colour catalogue accompanies the exhibition.
http://www.butlergallery.com

Stephen Ahern, Winner of the Gallery of Photography's Artist Award for 2010. Made over a period of 5 years, Close to Home is a quiet, rigorous exploration of the ordinary, everyday spaces we inhabit.
info@galleryofphotography.ie

An exhibition that combines painting, sculpture, drawing and animation in a tumbling, energetic series of visual artworks by Vanessa Daws. Cascade does not only reflect Vanessa's intuitive process, where one artwork triggers and shapes the idea for the next, it also refers to the artist's ongoing fascination with water, as inspiration and source of creative energy. Vanessa has exhibited widely in Ireland and in London, and her work is engaging and accessible to all ages. Cascade promises to be no exception.

Adm.: free

Open: 10am-5pm Mon-Fri; 11am-5.30pm Sat
www.thelinenhall.com

The Bend of the Boyne, or Brú na Bóinne is internationally renowned for its elaborate Neolithic passage tombs, containing the largest assemblage of megalithic art in Europe.  Lost and Found explores the Megalithic Art of County Meath by conencting investigative practices of archaeologist and artist.

Prof. George Eogan's prolific factual study of Megalithic art of the county interlinks with the diverse work of four contemporary artists.  Curated by Brian Fay, Niall de Buitléar, Fiona Hallinan, Anna MacLeod and Sabina Mac Mahon query the modern day relation of iconic Megalithic art and sites in County Meath.

Admission Fre. Exhibition continues until Friday 24th September

Paraic Leahy | Lucy Sheridan | Marcel Vidal Monster Truck are pleased to present imposing nature, with Paraic Leahy, Lucy Sheridan and Marcel Vidal, three artists who draw on the natural world in their practices to tease out ideas relating to how humans interact with and frame nature, as viewer, master, co-dependent. Each artist utilizes isolation of their subjects against plain backgrounds of white or solid colour, focusing their field of vision onto specific concerns.
info@monstertruck.ie

An exciting exhibition of bronze sculptures and drawings by Mayo-based sculptor Rory Breslin. Though Breslin's exquisitely executed works are based in figurative realism, the tensions and disfigurements within them create uneasy viewing, often evoking the Classical man/monster myths of antiquity. Breslin's skill resides in his capacity to balance orthodox representation with at times a voracious and rich subconscious. A former lecturer in NCAD, and co-founder of the Head Sculpture Gallery in Dublin, Rory Breslin has had numerous solo drawing and sculpture exhibitions, both nationally and farther afield (Europe, US) and has executed a large body of public commissions.

Adm.: free

Open: 10am-5pm Mon-Fri; 11am-5.30pm Sat
www.thelinenhall.com

An exciting exhibition of bronze sculptures and drawings by Mayo-based sculptor Rory Breslin. Though Breslin's exquisitely executed works are based in figurative realism, the tensions and disfigurements within them create uneasy viewing, often evoking the Classical man/monster myths of antiquity. Breslin's skill resides in his capacity to balance orthodox representation with at times a voracious and rich subconscious. A former lecturer in NCAD, and co-founder of the Head Sculpture Gallery in Dublin, Rory Breslin has had numerous solo drawing and sculpture exhibitions, both nationally and farther afield (Europe, US) and has executed a large body of public commissions.

Adm.: free

Open: 10am-5pm Mon-Fri; 11am-5.30pm Sat
www.thelinenhall.com

Alternative Entertainments presents On & Off the Wall: a joint exhibition by Marie Hanlon & Margaret Tuffy. Kilkenny-born Marie is based in Dublin and represented by the Kerlin Gallery. She will exhibit a series of vibrant, abstract paintings. Mayo-born Margaret is also based in Dublin, with a studio in Temple Bar Gallery & Studios. She is a member of the Graphic Studio, Dublin. She will present a series of paintings, prints, drawings, sculpture and video. 

http://www.altents.ie/

The Lonesome West is a black comedy about two feuding brothers, Coleman and Valene, who have just buried their father. Their constant provoking of each other often develops into a cartoonish violence which further distresses the already melancholic local priest, young Father Welsh. This is a hysterically funny play from award winning and renowned Irish playwright Martin McDonagh. Running in the Theatre Royal Waterford from September 7th to 11th 2010. Tickets; preview 7th Sept €10. Performances 8th to 11th September €18.50/€12.

Phone our Box Office on 051 853626 or online at www.theatreroyal.ie.

Free of Charge

Mick O'Dea │Black and Tan

Black and Tan is an exhibition of portraits re-imagined through old photographs using charcoal and Indian textured paper. O'Dea brings to bear his wealth of experience as a painter of the human face and body; and as a landscape artist consciously receptive to the ever-shifting patterns of light. Throughout Black and Tan previously inanimate faces are lit up by living warmth and personality as the artist re-captures a depth in light as it falls across shoes, buckles and straps in a Dublin street or a Cork Barracks.


http://www.glor.ie/

Returning to this year's Festival with the Spirit of the Fringe 2009 award for Who is Fergus Kilpatrick?, The Company are back to delve into Joyce's seminal work and ask – where are you in this story? Join us as we rediscover what it means to be Irish. By the way, we haven't read Ulysses either… yet.

http://www.projectartscentre.ie/

it's 11.30am and already it's 33 degrees celsius. at the bottom of a drained swimming ppol, four ridiculous men face their inevitable deaths. and play for an unwinnable love.

Druid's previous partnerships with Enda Walsh (Fringe First winners, The Walworth Farce and The New Electric Ballroom) have led to sell out runs in six xountries worldwide wowing critics and audiences alike. Don't miss this dynamic duo third time round.

Tickets €25.00/18.00

Booking:

Box Office Opening Hours:10.00 a.m. - 7.30 p.m.

By Phone: 091 569777
Online:www.tht.ie - anytime

Who will tell the story of your life long after you are gone? Sorcha Kenny believes her dresses will. Sparked by her fascination for second-hand and vintage garments, she has embarked on an ongoing 'dress quest' to uncover the real life stories behind the dresses lingering in wardrobes all over the country. Like photographs, they are mementos of a treasured past.

Join Sorcha as she introduces you to the generations of men and women whose stories unfold between the fabric and the thread. Expect laughter, tears and nostalgia in this sartorial expedition. The walls can't talk but the dresses sure can.

http://www.projectartscentre.ie/

Scoozi's Children's Art Exhibition in association with Triskel

Hundreds of entries were submitted to Scoozis' Art Competition and a selection of these will be exhibited alongside the famous Artists in Triskel from the 9th - 15 September.

http://triskelart.com/

Once upon a time two budding ballerinas battled for perfection in the sugar-coated world of Ballet. Their hopes and dreams didn't survive … but they did. This is their story.

Choreographed and performed by Muirne Bloomer and Emma O'Kane, these seasoned performers will surprise and entertain as they struggle from barre to bar in their quest for peace and reconciliation.

Set to a sumptuous score by Tchaikovsky, this is The Ballet Ruse – raw, honest, with frills attached. A lunchtime show without sandwiches.

http://www.projectartscentre.ie/

Presented by Muirne Bloomer & Emma O'Kane

Once upon a time two budding ballerinas battled for perfection in the sugar-coated world of Ballet. Those hopes and dreams didn't survive.......but they did. This is their story.

To a sumptuous score ranging from Tchaikovsky to Lady Gaga, these seasoned performers will surprise and entertain as they struggle from barre to bar in their quest for peace and reconciliation. The Ballet Ruse: raw, honest, with frills attached. This is a lunchtime show without sandwiches.

For information and tickets visit www.fringefest.com

Part of ABSOLUT Fringe

SIREN'S interpretation of this timeless classic presents it as a contemporary domestic drama - a shockingly modern story of a man and a woman caught in the nets of jealously and destructive love. Blurring the boundaries between theatre and live installation, public and private lives and what is seen and unseen, this classic tale resonates as much today as it did thousands of years ago.

For further information and tickets visit www.fringefest.com

'NOW'

PRESENTATIONS BY THE DAGHDHA MENTORING PROGRAMME 2010
10 – 19 SEPTEMBER
DAGHDHA SPACE, ST. JOHN'S CHURCH, JOHN'S SQUARE AND OTHER LOCATIONS

Daghdha Dance Company invites you to 'NOW', ten days of unique presentations by this year's 2009/10 Daghdha Mentoring Programme (DMP) resident artists. Admission is free and donations welcome.

For a year, Daghdha has provided an inspiring home for fourteen artists to develop their own practise.  'NOW' reveals their findings through ten days of dance, performance, installations, workshops, video, ritual, film, participation and exhibitions. Works will be presented in the stunning surroundings of Daghdha Space St. John's Church, John's Square alongside other locations to include: Faber Studios, Occupy Space and the Burren.

For full programme details please visit www.daghdha.ie

Inevitably the artists on the programme have been inspired by working and living in Limerick. With such a wide spectrum of artistic styles and mediums, 'NOW' promises a compelling  programme, not to be missed.

DMP ARTISTS
Kaspar Aus, Giorgio Convertito, Jesse den Dulk, Emmalena Fredriksson, Christina Gangos, Jessica Kelly, Amy Kinlon, Christopher Mahon, Gwen Mc Hale, Isabella Oberländer, Diane Reddington, Edd Schouten, Maria Svensson, Cathy Walsh

DMP COORDINATOR
Bush Hartshorn

NB. Some performances may contain adult material

'NOW '

Presentations by the Daghdha Mentoring Programme 2010
10 – 19th September 2010
Ten days of choreography and dance
Daghdha Space and other locations within the Limerick city

http://www.daghdha.ie/

In partnership with Fingal County Council's Arts Office
Fingal County Council's Arts Office in partnership with Draíocht are delighted to present a unique exhibition themed for Leaving Certificate art students and teachers. For this exhibition a selection of 20th Century works by Irish artists have been acquired from The Arts Council and AIB collections. This show will be accompanied by an extensive education programme which will include The National Gallery's Leaving Certificate Revision Day, mediated tours, resource packs and talks by featured artists Martin Gale, Robert Ballagh and Alice Maher. The exhibition will also feature work by Mainie Jellet, Mary Swanzy, Patrick Collins, Tony O'Malley, Charles Brady, Barrie Cooke and more.

Exploring the Exhibition Events:
- Mediated Tours of the Exhibition: Thurs 16, 23 & 30 September / 10–11AM & 12-1PM / Free
- Culture Night Mediated Tour / Friday 24 Sept, 7PM / Free
- National Gallery Revision Day @ Draíocht, Thurs 7 Oct, 10AM–3.30PM / Free
- Artist Talk Day, Alice Maher, Robert Ballagh and Martin Gale, discuss their practice, Thurs 21 Oct, From 10am / Free

All events are free and open to the public but must be booked through Draíocht's Box Office in advance, tel: 01-885 2622

Fri 10 Sep - Sat 6 Nov 2010 GROUND FLOOR GALLERY // FREE

Fun for everyone as this top Tribute Act brings us all Lady Gaga's hits. Spot prizes on the night for best Lady Gaga lookalike!

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Mariem Hassan is the voice of the Sahara, the voice of the dessert. Adored by Saharawis living in exile, Mariem Hassan is an icon that gives hope to those who still live in the territories occupied by Morocco. With her prodigious voice and intelligence, she's been able to bring up to date Saharawi music and make it attractive for 21st century music audiences. In the film we go through Mariem's misfortuned life, we discover her as a courageous and enduring character and we witness her artistic transformation into one of the most charismatic and respected figures of the World Music scene.

http://www.mermaidartscentre.ie/

Mariem Hassan is the voice of the Sahara, the voice of the dessert. Adored by Saharawis living in exile, Mariem Hassan is an icon that gives hope to those who still live in the territories occupied by Morocco. With her prodigious voice and intelligence, she's been able to bring up to date Saharawi music and make it attractive for 21st century music audiences. In the film we go through Mariem's misfortuned life, we discover her as a courageous and enduring character and we witness her artistic transformation into one of the most charismatic and respected figures of the World Music scene.

http://www.mermaidartscentre.ie/

RTE Concert Orchestra performs "East To West" at The TLT Concert Hall Drogheda on Friday Sept. 10th. Featuring Edward HollY.

Tickets €25 / Student €15 available online at www.theTLT.ie or from the TLT Box office on 041 9878560

Programme of music by deFalla, Nin y Castellanos, Coll, Schubert and Vivaldi.

Tickets from 091 799258

Following their recent successful ventures at The Source with 'Thoroughly Modern Musicals' and 'Thoroughly Modern Musicals - The Encore', Vincé Productions are back with something a little different! Like most of us they have been missing the music from the golden years of the 60s and 70s and so they are reviving this era for you. Aretha Franklin, Dionne Warwick, The Beach Boys and The Beatles are just a few of the acts that they will be bringing to life and they plan to do them justice!

 The cast of Vincé Productions, comprising of talented local performers, will pay tribute to the great female and male performers of this magical period of music history, performing classics such as 'Respect', 'Walk on By', 'Good Vibrations' and 'A Hard Days's Night' to name but a few. 
This two-night run is not to be missed!

 Tickets: €15/€10 concession. Contact the box office on 05040 90204 or visit  www.thesourceartscentre.ie

The Over The Edge September Writers' Gathering presents readings by poets from Ireland, the UK and Australia. Jean O'Brien, James Byrne, Niall McDevitt & Geoff Page will read their work at Café 8 @ The Museum, Spanish Arch, Galway on Friday, September 10th, 8pm. The evening will also see the launch of Behind The Masks, a collection of work by the Advanced Poetry Workshop at Galway Arts Centre, co-edited by Marie Cadden, Denise Garvey, Nicki Griffin & Tom Lavelle.


There is no entrance fee. All welcome. For further information contact 087-6431748.
Over The Edge acknowledges the ongoing generous financial support of the Arts Council and Galway City Council.

http://www.overtheedgeliteraryevents.blogspot.com/

be staged at the Town Hall Theatre each weekend night (Friday / Saturday / Sunday) in September. The night will contain short scenes from his most famous plays interspered with readings of his best known poems.

Opera Theatre Company's 24th year of touring opera continues with this memorable and atmospheric opera which recreates the world of 13 year-old Anne Frank in hiding. Sung in English by soprano Ani Maldjian, the powerful optimism and unbending will to live continue to instill awe. Andrew Synnott conducts Opera Theatre Company's eight-piece chamber orchestra direction by Ingrid Craigie and Annilese Miskimmon. Tickets  €30/25
www.abbeytheatre.ie

 01 87 87 222

Vivid and insightful, this heartrending opera recreates the world of 13 year-old Anne Frank in hiding, living in hope and fear, longing for normality for herself and her family. Opera Theatre Company's 24^th year of touring opera continues with this memorable and atmospheric opera. Russian composer Grigory Frid, was so inspired by Anne Frank's diary that he created the opera in 1969. Sung in English by soprano Ani Maldjian, the powerful optimism and unbending will to live continue to instill awe. Andrew Synnott conducts Opera Theatre Company's 8 piece chamber orchestra, direction is by Ingrid Craigie and Annilese Miskimmon.

http://www.abbeytheatre.ie/

Ramor Productions
Written and directed by Padraic McIntyre

Oh me, oh my, you make me sigh……….

Set in a pub in Cavan on a stormy St. Stephen's night. A knock at the door presents an unexpected guest in the shape of the legendary Joe Dolan, who is stranded in the town when his car breaks down. As the storm bears down, the music and craic flows, and we get a hilarious insight into the happenings of a rural pub on the night a legend drops by.

Fresh from a recent sell-out run, this hilarious new play by Padraic McIntyre features live music and a host of local characters, who will have you rolling in the aisles. A real treat for all who enjoy a great night of theatre and music.

http://www.roscommonartscentre.ie/

With their harmonious mixture of traditional, folk and bluegrass songs and tunes, an evening with Arcanadh is always a special treat.

Proceeds in aid of the Irish Cancer Society

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Love happy, money happy, beauty happy, friends happy, sports happy, McDonald's happy… Fuck My Life. What's it really like being a teenager today? And how on earth do you become a happy one? What drives teenagers to profound sadness or extreme violence?

Ireland has one of the highest teen suicide rates in Europe. Why is this? FML casts a spotlight on the lives of 15 young Corkonians in this blend of spoken word and film, true confessions and lies.

Who is the funniest, most beautiful, most dangerous? Who will fall by the wayside? Who won't live to see twenty? Who needs help? For everyone who has ever been a teenager.

http://www.projectartscentre.ie/

From the studio that brought you "Shrek," "Madagascar" and "Kung Fu Panda" comes "How to Train Your Dragon." Set in the mythical world of burly Vikings and wild dragons, and based on the book by Cressida Cowell, the action comedy tells the story of Hiccup, a Viking teenager who doesn't exactly fit in with his tribe's longstanding tradition of heroic dragon slayers. Hiccup's world is turned upside down when he encounters a dragon that challenges he and his fellow Vikings to see the world from an entirely different point of view.

Duration: 98mins

http://www.mermaidartscentre.ie/

From the studio that brought you "Shrek," "Madagascar" and "Kung Fu Panda" comes "How to Train Your Dragon." Set in the mythical world of burly Vikings and wild dragons, and based on the book by Cressida Cowell, the action comedy tells the story of Hiccup, a Viking teenager who doesn't exactly fit in with his tribe's longstanding tradition of heroic dragon slayers. Hiccup's world is turned upside down when he encounters a dragon that challenges he and his fellow Vikings to see the world from an entirely different point of view.

Duration: 98mins

http://www.mermaidartscentre.ie/

Sessions are aimed at Artists/Third Level Art students who wish to develop their life drawing skills or further their own artistic practice. The sessions are untutored and participants should bring their own art materials including easels. 

No photography or video is allowed.

Price €60 per session (includes tea/coffee- lunch not included)
As places are limited advance booking is required. Contact Solstice box office for more information on 046 909 2300

Mis-Hap to play Loading Bay Sat 11 September, 4pm ESB Substation, Caroline Street, Cork A young Cork band employing a classic rock sound infused with power pop sensibilities! Mis-Hap have proudly admitted a large array of influences including David Bowie, Rory Gallagher, Rage Against the Machine, The Who, Suede , AC/DC , Adam and the Ants, Green Day and Nirvana and have shared the stage with such luminaries as The Coronas, Aslan, Boss Valenti, Juno Falls, Republic of Loose and Ham Sandwich LOADING BAY - FREE live performances every Saturday - all welcome. Triskel is delighted to continue this series of free live performances which take place at the 'Loading Bay' ESB Substation, Caroline Street. A vibrant underground music scene is now bubbling all over the country with many dynamic and creative projects. The Loading Bay at Caroline St is the perfect platform to showcase these diverse and exciting Artists. For the full array of up-coming Loading Bay gigs see Triskel's Live Music page at http://www.triskelart.com/livemusic.htm .htm

This production by Siamsa Tire celebrates and explores Blasket Island living while also challenging our own notions of identity as contemporary islanders.  Premiered in 2003, Oilean marked the 50th anniversary of the departure of the Blasket Islanders to the mainland.  The Great Blasket Island, located off the coast of West Kerry still remains an almost mystical significance for many, both from Ireland and abroad.

The way of the life of the islanders and their spirit of survival is framed in this production, which captures the essence of this island community, their traditions and customs, their wealth of song and story, their love of life and their strong kinship with one another.

For further information call 066 712 3055 or visit www.siamsatire.com

Some bands are destined to stay together, the songs a powerful cohesive in the intertwined lives of their performers. Scullion is such a band. Three decades on from their formative gigs together, their signature sound is as strong as ever. The voices of Sonny Condell and Philip King have taken on a seamless harmony, pinioned by the bravura guitar playing of Robbie Overson, who has ably filled the role of founding member Greg Boland. Folk and traditional songs with contemporary splashes of jazz and blues colour, still inhabit their shows with songs including Eyelids Into Snow, Down in The City and John The Baptist.

http://www.mermaidartscentre.ie/

Some bands are destined to stay together, the songs a powerful cohesive in the intertwined lives of their performers. Scullion is such a band. Three decades on from their formative gigs together, their signature sound is as strong as ever. The voices of Sonny Condell and Philip King have taken on a seamless harmony, pinioned by the bravura guitar playing of Robbie Overson, who has ably filled the role of founding member Greg Boland. Folk and traditional songs with contemporary splashes of jazz and blues colour, still inhabit their shows with songs including Eyelids Into Snow, Down in The City and John The Baptist.

http://www.mermaidartscentre.ie/

Music arranger and musican Martin McAllister is much sought after as an accompanist and as a session musician. It coudl be justifiably claimed that he has trained more people to the guitar than any other teacher in Ireland. Now is the time for the singling chicklets he has nurtured to test their wings. They come from Castleblayney, Crossmaglen, Keady and much of the South Armagh, South Monaghan area, are mostly young, and some will be taking the stage for the very first time.  The standard of all the performers is assured but this night will give you a good chance to 'look into the seeds of time and see which grain will grow and which will not'.

Tickets are on sale now at €12/10.  Book online at http://www.iontascastleblayney.ie/ticket-sales or on 042 9753400/1.

Saturday 11^th September

Trad Féile Day Wexford. 2pm- 10pm.

A taste of traditional music, song and dance from some of the finest traditional artists in Wexford and Ireland.  Featuring Free  events and workshops with host of artists including Niall Lacy, Celtic Roots, Wexford Traditional singers and guest and and more hosted in Wexford Arts Centre and other town and  venues see www.wexfordartscentre.ie for more information.  Supported by Arts Council Deis Scheme supporting Traditional Arts