Event Gu de
axis:
Feb – May 2015
, classe
Your guide to all the latest shows
Music.
Theatre Damien Dempsey .
Aslan’s Christy Dignam .
& Joe Jewell .
‘The Good Father’
‘Little Gem’
Fishamble’s new show
‘Underneath’
Festivals. Family ‘Bake’
‘The Elves and the Shoemaker’
Classes:
Art, Drama, Music
& much more...
s & projects in Ballymun
W hat Else?
LiFT Youth Arts Festival.
Bealtaine Festival.
Workshops, Film, Exhibitions
Music & Events for Over 55’s...
Coupons:
Loads of
axis offers!
Event Guide February – May
DIRECTOR’S
WELCOME
It’s that time of the year again; a time for new dreams, new
hopes, new ideas, new plans and new potential. As the new
Director of axis I would like to invite you on behalf of all here
to come and take your place in this programme of events and
projects we have put together for you from the heart of Ballymun
on the Northside of this great city.
MARK O'BRIEN
Director
I’m excited to announce axis’ new production for 2015 ‘The
Good Father’ by Christian O’Reilly; a beautiful, funny and
poignant love story set on the Northside of Dublin which will be
in our theatre for two weeks in March.
axis is about gathering, about culture, about conversation
and collaboration, about creating a space where anything can
happen, whether that be in our theatre, dance studio, conference
rooms, recording studios, rehearsal rooms, crèche, café or in
our many projects.
Take your place.
axis would like to acknowledge the
work and contribution of its Board of
Directors, all axis staff, axis tenants,
Kate Bowe PR, form and all our service
providers, volunteers and interns.
Our gratitude to our funders, friends and
patrons: Dublin City Council, The Arts
Cover Photo: Ger Blanch
We have tried to put creativity on every page to reflect the range
of arts and culture from all across the country and the wealth of
talent on our doorsteps. The award winning ‘The Games People
Play’, the new Pat Kinevane play from Fishamble, the tenth
year of ‘LiFT Youth Arts Festival’ and the hilarious Jason Byrne.
Other highlights include the music of Damien Dempsey, Christy
Dignam, Rachael McCormack and a host of other local and
national stars, the best in family entertainment and new and
continuing arts development projects that see axis reach out
across this community and throughout the city.
Council, Foras na Gaeilge, Business to
Arts, Pobal, Abbey Travel and CWU.
We would also like to thank all our partners
this season, all the wonderful and talented
artists and companies working with us
and all those who have assisted us in any
way since this programme went to print.
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GALLERY
TALK
THEATRE
DANCE
YOUTH
ARTS
FAMILY
MUSIC
axis COUPON
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SHOEMAKER’ when you book 4
tickets at €6. Offer limited to first 40
tickets. Coupon valid for performance
on 22nd & 23rd May. One voucher
per booking.
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DAY GIFT
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hilarious show ‘LITTLE GEM’ for
only €20 per pair (normally €30).
Offer limited to first 40 tickets.
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per booking.
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on 15th or 16th May for only €20
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Book up to 4 tickets at €5 off for axis’
new production ‘THE GOOD FATHER’.
Offer limited to first 40 tickets.
One voucher per booking.
SOME OF ONE
Image: Anne Ebeling
Dates: Jan – Feb By: Anne Ebeling
GALLERY
‘Some of One’ is a very personal exhibition
that tells a simple story of having, losing
and longing.
Through this series of exploratory works Anne
aims to unlock aspects of identity. Using
photography she has recorded and observed
intimate relationships as well as reactions to
immediate personal surroundings. By taking
consumable, everyday objects and merging
them with organic sources, she responds to
their transience, examining how function
becomes nature.
axis cast & crew
Director
Mark O’Brien
Operations Manager
Anita Purdy
Programme Manager
Niamh Ní Chonchubhair
Box Office & Reception
Anna Kavanagh,
Linda Kelly, Deirdre Purdy
& Sharon McGuire
Accounts Administrator
Patricia Martin
Box Office &
Marketing Manager
Philip Keogh
Crèche Manager
Martina Devey
Technical Manager
Joe Flavin
Maintenance &
Duty Manager
David Kelly
Arts Programmes Co-ordinator
All information is correct at
time of printing, for up-to-date
information visit
www.axisballymun.ie or
contact axis on (01) 883 2100.
axis has a child protection
policy and procedures in place.
Got a group? Get a deal! Call us
on (01) 883 2100 and talk to our
box office about what deals we
Niamh Fitzpatrick
can setup for you.
Music Studio Co-ordinator
Seán Mc Cormack
Book-keeper
Mary Carpenter
Arts Development
Co-ordinator
Emma Connors
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Café Manager
Marcella Pintos
BOOKING
Our box office is open
weekdays 9am – 5pm and
for 90 mins before an event.
To book Ph: (01) 883 2100 or
visit www.axisballymun.ie
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THE SCRIBBLE SESSIONS
Dates: 4th Feb Time: 7.30pm
Tickets: Free By: RED Wednesday Arts
in association with axis
‘The Scribble Sessions’ is a relaxed and informal evening
of script in hand rehearsed readings of early draft new
plays fresh off the printer.
This is a rare opportunity to see a new play get breath for
the very first time on axis’ stage. The audience will then be
invited to speak to the writers of the pieces afterwards and to
give their feedback on the plays.
Two plays will be read over the course of the evening with
feedback sessions following each one.
THEATRE
The first will be at 7.30pm and audience members can
enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and nibbles beforehand.
Tickets for this event are free and available at the
box office on the night.
ACCESSIBILITY
With the help of Arts and Disability
Ireland we are broadening our services
to cater for visitors with access
requirements, visually impaired and
disabled visitors.
We are working on programming
captioned performances for deaf or
hard of hearing visitors. For these
performances we will also have an
infra-red loop system for visitors using
hearing aids. To find out when the
next captioned performance is being
organised contact axis reception
on (01) 883 2100 or email
[email protected]
We can cater for up to 8 wheelchairs in
our auditorium. These spaces are
located at the front of the auditorium
and are in clear view of the stage.
There is also an accessible toilet located
in our café bar and lifts available in both
our underground car park and within
our building.
Large text versions
of any of our print
can be made available
on request from our
box office.
We aim to continue to improve axis
accessibility and would welcome your
suggestions and feedback. Please feel
free to contact axis reception on
(01) 883 2100 or [email protected]
Event Guide February – May
MEMORY BOX
Dates: 11th & 12th Feb
Time: 8pm (11th) & 2.30pm (12th)
Tickets: €12/10 (Group offers available)
By: Equinox Theatre Co.
THEATRE
A fictional world, a fictional 1940s, an imagined country,
a reimagined war. Here, people with special powers are
being hunted for what they can do, forced to wear a badge
marking them out. ‘Memory Box’ tells the gripping tale of an
extraordinary man who journeys to escape the ‘regime’
armed only with his memories and examines our treatment
of the vulnerable in society.
Equinox was started in 2008 as part of KCAT Art & Study
Centre. It has grown into a bold, brilliant, beautiful and
brave ensemble. Artists with learning disabilities and other
disadvantages work in collaboration with other professional
theatre practitioners to create work that challenges and
delights both its makers and its audience.
MY BEDSIT WINDOW
Dates: 13th Feb Time: 7.30pm
Tickets: €10/8 By: Red Lightning Productions in
association with City Theatre Dublin
THEATRE
‘My Bedsit Window’ follows actor and writer William Blake,
as he travels through a wonderland of adventure to pursue
his dreams. From Dublin to London and back again, William
encounters many strange characters along his path and the
promise of stardom keeps his dreams alive; even in the darkest
of times. ‘My Bedsit Window’ will strike a chord with actors
and writers in the entertainment industry. Having been told to
“get a real job” many a time, writer and performer David Gilna
dreamt of massive breaks and pay outs, profit shares and
social welfare. After the play David will talk frankly about how
to network, pitch and sell in the entertainment industry.
“My Bedsit Window is surreal, kaleidoscopic, and bursting
with energy.” Emer O’ Kelly, Sunday Independent
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THE CHATS …
HOW DID I GET HERE?
THE CREATIVE POTENTIAL
OF DISAPPOINTMENT
Dates: 18th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: Free By: axis
axis’ Director Mark O’Brien invites you to
a special edition of ‘The Chats’ with guests
including Dr. Annette Clancy, Organisational
Behaviour Specialist and John O’Brien,
Producer, to explore the creative power
of disappointment.
TALK
Have you ever woken up one morning and
wondered - is this it? After all this time and
all that effort I’m here... not there? Join us in
a conversation about reimagining the future.
TALK
THEATRE
NO SMOKE WITHOUT FIRE
Dates: 19th & 20th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: €15/12 By: Viking Theatre
It’s hotting up in the smoking area with this
one woman comedy starring Mary Murray
(‘Love/Hate’ and ‘Adam & Paul’).
stings of innuendo and the lashes of sharp
tongues, a hilarious tale of crime and its
consequences unfolds.
There’s €60,000 in post office robbery money
up for grabs and scandal knows no bounds
as six women gossip intermittently in the
smoking area of a Dublin pub, leaking a trail
of personal information behind them. As the
innocent, along with the guilty, suffer the
Written by Paddy Murray
Directed by Jimmy Smallhorne
“Meaty and frequently hilarious.”
Emer O’ Kelly, Sunday Independent
Event Guide February – May
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ASLAN’S CHRISTY DIGNAM AND
JOE JEWELL: SOME SONGS AND STORIES
MUSIC
Dates: 21st Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: €20/18 By: Vincent Lawlor
Christy Dignam, Aslan’s extraordinary
frontman, plus Joe Jewell, Aslan’s lead
guitarist and songwriter — childhood pals,
lifelong friends and the founding members of
Aslan — bring their very special and intimate
acoustic show ‘Some Songs and Stories‘ to
axis for one special night.
This show features many of Aslan’s best
known songs plus some classic covers and
new material. There will be good banter
with the audience, as the lads explain the
background of some of the songs, and tell
stories of 30+ years in Aslan. A must see
show for all fans of this legendary Irish
rock band.
Early booking advised. 18+
YOUTH
ARTS
THAT’S A RAP
Dates: Feb - Mar By: axis
‘That’s a RAP’ is a five week rap and
performance pilot project developed by
axis for people with learning disabilities.
Supported by Music Matters’ Gráinne O’
Grady and facilitated by hip hop artist and
poet Tempermental Miss Elayneous, a mixed
group of participants (17 – 27 years) with an
interest in music will be given the opportunity
to dive into the world of hip hop and rap.
Funded by the Communications Workers’
Union (CWU).
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COMEDY
JASON BYRNE:
YOU NAME THE SHOW
Dates: 25th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: €20 By: John Henderson
It has often been said that no two Jason
Byrne shows are ever the same. Now the
master of improvised comedy pushes the
limits even further with the introduction of
‘The Wheel of Stand Up’. This totally original
stand up concept, which is either an act of
extreme daring or supreme laziness, involves
Jason not only letting the audience name the
show but getting them to choose the topics
discussed as they are invited to spin the
wheel of random nonsense.
Don’t miss the most talked about show at the
Edinburgh Fringe 2014. Talk that involved
every other comedian in the world saying,
‘He’s doing what now? … ah Jesus, why do
we even bother!’
We’ve all watched Jason rip up the comedy
rule book. Now watch him rip it up, set
fire to it, defecate on it and point at it in
derisory fashion.*
“The outright King of live comedy” The Times
“A Comedy God” The Mirror
* This show contains no actual ripping,
burning or defecating and only some mild
derisory pointing. 18+
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Photo: AKphotography
THE HOME SESSIONS
PRESENTS
RACHAEL MCCORMACK, GRÁINNE
HUNT, NIALL O’SHEA’S KERENCIA
AND DENIS DELANEY
Dates: 28th Feb Time: 8pm Tickets: €10 Running Time: 2 hours By: axis
A night of the best of Ballymun and beyond
where proceeds from the show will go
towards a recording bursary for the artists
involved.
This is a great opportunity to listen to four
artists on the one night in a specially
curated concert.
Music as it should be.
Photo: Jeanie McDonald
MUSIC
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FILM
THE PICTURES
Dates: Last Monday each month Time: 2.30pm
Tickets: €2 Members / €4 Non-Members By: Dublin City Council Arts Office
and axis in association with access>Cinema
‘The Pictures’ is more than just a
film club; it has become a great social
network for the over 55’s in Ballymun and
the surrounding areas. ‘The Pictures’,
usually takes place in our theatre, so you
can enjoy the big screen in comfort.
Funny Face
Monday 23rd February
Paris, the City of Light, shines even brighter
when Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire team
up for the only time and bring their luminous
starpower to this exquisite musical featuring
songs by George and Ira Gershwin. Running
Time: 103 minutes
Jimmy’s Hall
Monday 30th March
Set in Ireland in 1921 when the country was
on the brink of Civil War, the film follows
Jimmy Gralton (Barry Ward), who has opened
a public hall on a rural crossroads where
many of the locals hold dances and other
community-centred events. However, with
the hall’s increasing popularity comes the
attention of local politicians and church
leaders who force Jimmy to close it down
and shortly afterwards he decides to flee
the country. Running Time: 106 minutes
Harvey
Monday 27th April
Elwood P. Dowd (James Stewart) and his
best friend Harvey are inseparable. They go
everywhere together, spreading warmth and
kindness throughout all the bars in town.
The only trouble is that Harvey is a ‘Pooka’
— a six foot-plus rabbit that only Elwood can
see. When Elwood and Harvey embarass the
former’s social-climbing sister Veta Louise
(an Oscar-winning Josephine Hull) once
too often, she finally opts to get Elwood
the treatment she thinks he needs, and
arranges to have him installed in the local
mental asylum. Running Time: 104 minutes
Bealtaine Surprise Film
Monday 25th May
Free event as part of the Bealtaine Festival.
Chosen film will be announced early 2015.
All films subject to license.
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THE LADIES
ON THE ROCK
GALLERY
Dates: Mar
By: St. Michaels Holy Faith School, Finglas
Photo: Dave Lacken
Photo: Linda Keegan
‘The Ladies on the Rock’ are a familiar sight
in the windows of homes across North Dublin.
The fifth year art students from St. Michael’s,
along with their teacher, were fascinated by
their appeal but thought they could do with
a makeover. The young artists were also
interested in discovering the story behind
these iconic ‘ladies’. Having located the
original supplier, they set about transforming
these ‘ladies’ from their plain white plaster
to original and colourful new pieces of art.
Come and see their stories and witness
their transformation, rocking a new look.
TRACKS
Dates: Jan – Apr
‘TRACKS’ is a new project developed by axis
and funded through the Arts Council Young
Ensemble Scheme. A collaboration between
the Ballymun Music Programme, Trinity
Comprehensive Secondary School and axis,
‘TRACKS’ will see 25 young people work on
developing a new soundtrack for a short film
supported by composers Michael Flemming
and Niall Mac Giolla Rua. The project will
culminate in a live showcase at ‘LiFT Youth
Arts Festival’ 2015.
YOUTH
ARTS
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BASSAM
THEATRE
Dates: 6th Mar
Time: 8pm Tickets: €12/10
Running Time: 55 mins By: Idan Meir
The heartfelt story of an ordinary man with an
extraordinary decision to make.
Bassam is a powerful drama based on the
true story of Bassam Aramin, co-founder
of the Israeli-Palestinian peace movement
Combatants for Peace. Written by Sligo based
Israeli director, Idan Meir, and performed
by Donegal based Palestinian actor, Fadl
Mustapha, this performance gives an
authentic perspective on the ongoing conflict
in the Middle-East.
“An Israeli play makes link with Palestinians”
The Guardian
This performance will be followed by
a post-show discussion with the writer
and performer.
DANCE
THREADS
AXIS’ WOMEN IN DANCE PROGRAMME
Photo: Jonathan Ho
Dates: Jan – Oct
Time: Mondays: Lunchtime 1-2pm (Jan – Apr)
Starting Monday 12th Jan
Tuesdays: 6.30 – 7.30pm (Apr – Oct)
2015 marks the 3rd year of ‘THREADS’, our women in
dance programme aimed at local women of all ages and
dance abilities. After our hugely successful showcase back
in November, we are now inviting new women from the
community to come join us for our 2015 show. If you want
to find out more about how to get involved in these fun and
welcoming dance classes, please phone Emma Connors on
(01) 883 2136. (€3 per class)
Event Guide February – May
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axis Presents
THE GOOD FATHER
By Christian O’ Reilly
THEATRE
DINNER
THEATRE
AVAILABLE
€25p/p
Dates: 9th – 21st Mar Tickets: €15/12 Running Time: 90mins By: axis
Set in Dublin, ‘The Good Father’ follows Tim
and Jane from a random encounter at a New
Year’s Eve party through a life changing year.
From the same city yet worlds apart, this
unlikely love story is of two people trying to
make up a fresh start.
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Heart-breaking and hilarious, this funny and
moving play is all about being messed up,
knocked up, and fed up in the eternal quest to
be loved up.
A Northside miracle that may never
come true. 15+
LiFT YOUTH
ARTS FESTIVAL
Dates: 25th Mar– 1st Apr
By: Ballymun Festival Steering Committee
It’s birthday time as Ballymun marks the 10th
anniversary of ‘LiFT Youth Arts Festival’. An
annual explosion and celebration of the arts
and young people’s creativity, LiFT 2015 is set
to be awesome!
Expect a jam packed FREE programme
of events, workshops, exhibitions and
showcases for young people (13 – 23yrs) from
Ballymun and neighbouring communities.
Don’t forget our Little LiFT programme for
younger festival goers (10 – 12yrs). For more
information about this year’s festival line up
contact [email protected].
Brought to you by the Ballymun Festival
Steering Committee.
YOUTH
ARTS
Ballymun Festival
Steering Committee
STANDING ON
CEREMONY
THEATRE
Date: 26th Mar Time: 8pm
Tickets: €5/2 By: Acting Out
‘Standing on Ceremony’ brings stories
about equal marriage to audiences around
Ireland, in the form of short plays originally
performed in the USA. The plays vary
between funny, moving and shocking,
taking a mostly personal rather than overtly
political view of equal marriage.
Produced by the well-established Dublin
based LGBT community drama group,
Acting Out, the performance will be
accompanied by a discussion on using
your vote. 15+
Event Guide February – May
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THE HOME SESSIONS PRESENTS:
LAST CASSETTE
Dates: 2nd Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: €10 By: Last Cassette in association with axis
Last Cassette have toured with The Script,
Kodaline and Keith Barry, won the RTÉ 2fm
Song Contest, Artlinks Bursary Award and
IT National Song Contest. If you’re going
to see them live, bring your singing voice,
your clapping hands and your dancing feet
because you’re in for a great show.
The band have just released a new EP titled
‘Try’ which is available on all online stores.
“Songsmiths … boomingly satisfying”
Hotpress
MUSIC
“Unique Sonic Thumbprint … a slice
of pop magic” The Star
BAKE
FAMILY
Dates: 9th Apr Time: 12pm & 2pm
Tickets: €5 By: Paul Curley
You are invited into the action of the busy basement of
the royal palace. Get stuck in, but be warned, things
could get messy. A delightful new theatre experience
for young audiences performed by Paul Curley.
Sift the flour. Beat the eggs. Add the butter. Sprinkle
the sugar… now, ‘Bake’!
This is a story about the baker and his daughter
and the Queen and her son. It’s Prince Fredrik’s 9th
birthday, but who will bake the royal birthday cake?
As things heat up in the busy basement kitchen of the
Queen’s palace, the young apprentice baker Madeleine
attempts to prove herself to her Father.
A School Holiday Treat! Created for audiences 4 – 6yrs
and their families. Running Time: 40 mins
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THEATRE
DINNER
THEATRE
AVAILABLE
€25p/p
LITTLE GEM
Dates: 10th & 11th Apr Time: 8pm Tickets: €18/14 By: Breda Cashe Productions
Three generations of women tell us their story
of one extraordinary year. Party girl Amber
has brutal indigestion that the sambucas
won’t shift. Lorraine loses it at work and is
shipped off to see the ‘head doctor’. While
Granny Kay ‘toys with the idea of Kermit’
scratching an itch that Gem no longer can.
Be prepared to be enthralled and entertained
in this revealing, poignant and hilarious play.
Starring the inimitable Anita Reeves and
Hilda Fay with Kate Gilmore.
Written and directed by Elaine Murphy
“Little Gem is a huge optimistic love poem
to the spirit of all women” Irish Theatre
Magazine
“Blazing authenticity” The Times
“Gurgles and giggles with life…Elaine
Murphy’s delightful first play more than lives
up to the title” The Guardian
Event Guide February – May
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THERE IS
NOTHING
LIKE A DAME!
Dates: 17th Apr
Time: 8pm Tickets: €12/10
By: Karl Dawson in
association with axis
The incomparable fashionista
of the four stories; the Ballymun
babe with the big beautiful...
eyes... is going solo for the first
time and leaving panto land
for an evening full of song,
attempted dance and
a grand few giggles.
Photo: Jonathan Ho
COMEDY
Join Ballymun’s best (and only)
Dame for a night you won’t soon
forget. Flash photography is
permitted but be warned, she
may flash back! 15+
THEATRE
THE LITTLE HEIR
BY KAY MACAULIFE
Dates: 20th – 24th Apr
Time: 12.30pm Tickets: €10 (includes
soup and sandwiches) By: Holding Court
Theatre Group
The Druid Lane active age drama circle
are performing a reading of their first ever
Edwardian play, written and directed by one
of its members. Will the pressure be too much
for them? Will they have learned all about
acting during that six weeks community
acting course, or should they have stayed
playing boules. Lots of fun guaranteed in this
comedy. Join us for a light-hearted lunchtime
treat with soup and sandwiches.
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MUSIC
DAMIEN DEMPSEY
AS PART OF THE HOME SESSIONS
Dates: 24th Apr Time: 7.30pm Tickets: €18/15 By: Free Trade Agency
Damien’s loyal following identify with a
singer who has emerged from the workingclass streets of Dublin’s Northside with his
powerful self-belief intact, and a storyteller’s
eye for detail in the writing and delivery of
his songs. His generosity of spirit, affiliation
with those in need and recognition of
suffering, remains. It prevails even when
that preoccupation may shine a spotlight
on aspects of modern society that are
uncomfortable to face. Dempsey faces them,
and himself, and us. Toe-to-toe. His concerts
can be almost spiritual occasions — with
fans singing along to every word. Described
by The Times as “the Bob Marley of Ireland”
and by the Irish Examiner as “one of the
most important and evocative singers of all
time”.
Damo has toured the world, playing his own
headline shows and supporting legends such
as Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Morrissey,
Sinead O’Connor, The Pogues, Willie Nelson
and U2.
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ARE YOU
HAVIN’ A
LAUGH?
TALK
Dates: 30th Apr Time: 8pm
Tickets: €10/8/5 By: Peter Sheridan
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Photo: Viko Nikci
Dublin humour, does it really exist or is
it a joke? Join one of Dublin’s best loved
writers and playwrights Peter Sheridan for
an evening celebrating Dublin storytelling
and wit. As part of Dublin: One City One
Book festival.
€5 Earlybird and group rates available
BEALTAINE EXHIBITION
GALLERY
Date: 5th May Time: 2pm Tickets: Free By: axis
Bealtaine celebrates creativity as we age. This year’s
celebration in axis will include a group exhibtion of work from
artists aged 55+. The exhibition displays the wealth of talent
and invention existing in the art groups and individuals over
55 years in our community. For more information on how to
submit your work for consideration contact Niamh Fitzpatrick
on (01) 883 2123.
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Photo: Ger Blanch
THEATRE
DINNER
THEATRE
AVAILABLE
€25p/p
UNDERNEATH
Date: 15th & 16th May Time: 8pm Tickets: €15/12
By: Fishamble: The New Play Company
Sticks and stones didn’t break Her bones,
but words and pointing crushed Her.
It explores the surface, and what
lies underneath.
Is Beauty really only skin deep?
“Ireland’s excellent Fishamble” Guardian
Does Ugliness hide somewhere deeper?
“Drop everything...book now...captivating,
moving and -yes - even unforgettable”
Irish Times [on Forgotten]
Following the runaway international success
of Forgotten and Silent, Fishamble presents
Pat Kinevane’s third solo play, ‘Underneath’,
directed by Jim Culleton.
This stunning new play is a blackly comic,
rich and vivid tale of a life lived in secret,
a testament to the people who live on the
fringes, under the nose of everyday life.
“Passionate one-man show…carefully
wrought production…Kinevane [is] an artist of
the theatre” New York Times [on Silent]
Fishamble is funded by the Arts Council,
Dublin City Council and Culture Ireland.
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THE ELVES
AND THE
SHOEMAKER
Date: 22nd & 23rd May
Time: 11am & 7pm Tickets: €6/5
By: Fidget Feet: Aerial Dance Theatre
Meet Herman and Daisy. They want
to make shoes for your feet. But
they owe so much money they
barely can eat. Don’t worry though,
because magic is always just
around the corner. The elves are
here to help. And sometimes the
answers are right above your head.
Fidget Feet’s ‘The Elves & The
Shoemaker’ is immersive storytelling
with music and aerial circus for children
aged between 4 – 8yrs and their families.
There is no stage, you will join them
inside their workshop and actually help
them to make the best pair of shoes ever
made. Herman, Daisy and the elves
need you!
“You are left utterly stunned. Excellent.”
The Irish Times (on Fidget Feet)
School tour packages available.
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FAMILY
THEATRE
THE GAMES PEOPLE PLAY
Date: 27th May Time: 8pm Tickets: €15/12 By: Rise Productions
Winner of Best New Play at the Irish Times
Theatre Awards and the sell-out success
of Dublin Fringe Festival, Rise Productions
returns with ‘The Games People Play’,
the follow-up to their international smash
hit ‘Fight Night’. Described as “THE state
of the nation play for the negative equity
generation,” this is a radical re-working of the
Tír na nÓg myth.
isn’t enough? One night, a series of games
starts to escalate, and threatens to unravel
their suburban paradise. Touching family
drama meets epic Celtic mythology distilled
into a Drumcondra Semi-D, presented in
the trademark ‘Theatre Strong Style’ of Rise
Productions.
Niamh and Oisín were sold the dream – the
house, the life, the kids. But what do you do
when everything you ever dreamed of still
**** Irish Theatre Magazine
“Genuinely accomplished and imaginative…”
Emer O Kelly. Sunday Independent
Event Guide February – May
21
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GEM
THE GOOD
FATHER
Friday 10th April
from 6.30pm
3 generations of women
tell us their story of one
extraordinary year. Be
prepared to be enthralled
and entertained in
this hilarious play.
Thursday 12th March
from 6.30pm
Set in Dublin, ‘The Good
Father’ follows Tim and
Jane from a random
encounter at a New
Year’s Eve par ty through
a life changing year.
ENJOY A 2 COURSE
MEAL AND A GL ASS
OF WINE WITH ANY
OF THE FOLLOWING
SHOWS FOR ONLY
€25 PER PERSON
INCLUDING YOUR
UNDERNEATH
Friday 16th May from 6.30pm
Sticks and stones didn’t
break Her bones but words
and pointing crushed
Her. Fishamble return
with Pat Kinevane’s
(‘Forgotten’,
‘Silent’) third
solo play.
TICKET.
SCOUNT
GROUP BOOKING DI
per person.
and get the discounted rate of €22
Book a group of 8 or more
BOOK NOW (01) 883 2100 or ww w.a
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AXIS BEALTAINE
EVENTS
Date: May Time: Various
By: axis in association with Dublin City
Council Arts Office
Photo: Ros Kavanagh
FESTIVAL
Bealtaine is a national festival which
celebrates creativity as we age and is aimed
at engaging the over 55’s in arts and cultural
activities. Throughout the month of May, you
can expect to participate, watch, make and
be entertained. From film to dance, music to
theatre, there is most definitely something
for everyone. Please keep an eye out for our
programme announcements in early 2015
and/or register your interest with Niamh
Fitzpatrick on (01) 883 2123.
YOUTH ARTIST
IN RESIDENCE
As part of axis’ work in the area of youth arts
we are delighted to announce Jonathan Ho
as axis’ Youth Artist in Residence for 2015.
Here’s a few words from Jonathan himself:
‘This residency will provide me with an
unbelievable opportunity to hone my craft
as a young photographer/filmmaker and will
allow me to further expand my knowledge
and career opportunities by working directly
on a number of axis led projects. I also aim
to present my first solo exhibition at the end
of this residency, coinciding with ‘LiFT Youth
Arts Festival’ in March 2015.’
YOUTH
ARTS
This residency is sponsored by Abbey Tours.
Event Guide February – May
23
CLASSES
ART FORM
DAY
AGE GROUP
ART
TUESDAY
5 – 8 years
9 – 12 years
DRAMA
TUESDAY
5 – 8 years
9 – 12 years
SINGING
TUESDAY
From 6 years + GUITAR & DRUMS
TUESDAY
From 6 years + PIANO, FLUTE
& RECORDER
THURSDAY
From 6 years + BALLET
PILATES
IRISH DANCING
AEROBICS &
LINE DANCING
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THURSDAY Primary Class
Pre-Primary Class
Grade 2
THURSDAY
16 +
MON & WED From 4 years +
WEDNESDAY
& FRIDAY
Over 50’s
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TIME
PRICE / CONTACT
3.30pm – 4.45pm
From €6 per class
5pm – 6.15pmWith Pat Mc Grath
087 824 7266
5pm – 6.15pm
3.30pm – 4.45pm
From €6 per class
With Aifric Ni Ruairc
085 160 6012
From 2.30pm
From €18 per class
Susan Tomelty
With
086 384 0458
From 2.30pm
From €16 per class
Anthony Healy
With
083 320 0840
From 2pm
From €18 per class
Helen Redwood
With
085 728 3823
3.45pm – 4.30pm
4.30pm – 5.15pm
5.15pm – 6pm
8pm – 9pm
€7 per class
With Ciara O’Regan ARAD RTS
087 669 2673
€8 per class
With Bendy Bodies Pilates
Theresa Mc Guinn 086 178 0625
From 5pm
Pay per class
With Beldance Academy
087 270 1844
2.30pm – 3.30pm
11am – 12.30pm
€3 per class
With Active Living
01 883 2100
For more information or
to book a place in any of
the listed classes, please
contact the teacher directly
Event Event
Guide Guide
September
February
– January
– May
25
facilities
BEHIND THE GLASS DOORS axis
Crêche
Artist’s Studio
Our newly refurbished studio is
available for hire at competitive
rates for professional artists,
groups and beginners. This
multi-functional space is
equipped with a printing press,
lockable storage units and an
Apple Multimedia suite.
The space can cater for up to 20
people and is available for both
short and long term hire.
For more information contact
Niamh Fitzpatrick on (01) 883 2123
Dance Studio
axis houses a beautiful 91.5
sq m dance studio complete
with wooden floors and a full
length mirrored wall. This
space currently houses both
professional and amateur
groups. It is available for hire at
very reasonable rates.
For more information contact
Anita Purdy on (01) 883 2114
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The axis crèche offers a home
form home environment in a
safe and friendly atmosphere.
The crèche consists of three age
groupings – baby, toddler and
pre-school. From 3 months to 5
years we currently facilitate up to
45 children.
For more information on the
crèche contact Martina Devey on
(01) 883 2165 or email martina.
[email protected]
Underground
Recording Studio
axis recording studio uses the
industry standard Pro-Tools
recording system. Digital
technology in our intimate
studio allows us to create
highly produced recordings for
very competitive prices. Free
consultations available.
SPECIAL OFFER
Underground
Rehearsals
STUDIO TIME RATE:
axis 2 rehearsal rooms are
equipped with:
BOOK NOW:
(01) 883 2100 or email
➜ Full P.A. plus two mics,
stands & leads
➜ Guitar & bass amps
➜ Drum-kit (Cymbals / hi-hat
clutch not included)
€30–€40 per hour
[email protected]
REHEARSAL ROOM RATES
➜€
10 per hr Individual deals
& quotes on request
Conference Centre/Meeting
& Training Rooms
These state of the art conference
spaces offer low cost meeting facilities
for a range of groups, individuals and
events. The rooms consist of a board room,
a meeting room and a large conference
space. We can also open these spaces up
for you to fit much larger groups
and events.
The following can be provided on request:
➜ Laptop
➜ Projector ➜ Flipcharts ➜ Data
➜ TV
➜ Sound Equipment
Full catering service and wifi also available.
axis 211 seater theatre is also available
for hire and we have facilitated a range of
national and international conferences in
the past.
Event Event
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February
– January
– May
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chciałbyś dołączyć do naszego grona,
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February
Jan – Feb
Some Of One
G
Jan – April
Tracks
YA
Jan – Oct
Threads
D
Wed 4th
The Scribble Sessions
TH
8pm
Wed 11th &
Thu 12th
Fri 13th
Memory Box
TH
My Bedsit Window
TH
8pm (11th) &
2.30pm (12th)
7.30pm
Wed 18th
The Chats
Thu 19th &
Fri 20th
Sat 21st
No Smoke Without Fire
Feb
Mon 23rd
The Pictures: Funny Face
F
2.30pm
Wed 25th
Jason Byrne: You Name the Show
C
8pm
Sat 28th
The Home Sessions
M
8pm
T
8pm
TH
8pm
Aslan’s Christy Dignam & Joe Jewell
M
8pm
That’s a RAP
YA
March
The Ladies On the Rock
Fri 6th
Bassam
TH
G
8pm
Tue 10th – 21st
The Good Father
TH
8pm
Wed 25th – 1st
LiFT Youth Arts Festival
YA
Tue 26th
Standing On Ceremony
TH
Mon 30th
The Pictures: Jimmy’s Hall
F
2.3pm
Thu 2nd
The Home Sessions Presents: Last Cassette
M
8pm
Thu 9th
Bake
FA
12pm & 2pm
Fri 10th & Sat 11th
Little Gem
TH
8pm
Fri 17th
There Is Nothing Like A Dame!
C
8pm
Mon 20th – Fri 24th
The Little Heir: Lunchtime Theatre
TH
12.30pm
Fri 24th
Damien Dempsey
M
7.30pm
Mon 27th
The Pictures: Harvey
F
2.30pm
Thu 30th
Are You Havin’ A Laugh?
T
8pm
8pm
April
May
Bealtaine Exhibition Launch
G
2pm
Fri 15th & Sat 16th
Underneath
TH
8pm
May
Bealtaine: Various events, please see listings
FE
Fri 22nd & Sat 23rd
The Elves And The Shoemaker
FA
11am & 7pm
Mon 25th
The Pictures: Bealtaine Film
F
2.30pm
Wed 27th
The Games People Play
TH
8pm
Events Listings >>>> Event
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May
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axis is a glass and blue tile-fronted building. It is
directly across the road from the Ballymun Shopping
Centre, located between the Civic Offices and the hotel
facing out on to the Ballymun Plaza area.
Travel to us by bus on routes 4, 13, 17a & 220. For more
bus route and timetable information please call Dublin
Bus on (01) 873 4222 or log on to www.dublinbus.ie
Travelling to us by car - Get detailed directions
to axis and to the complimentary underground car park
for events on www.axisballymun.ie or call
(01) 883 2100 and our staff will be happy to direct you.
MAIN STREET
Main Street
Ballymun
Dublin 9
Tel: +353 1 883 2100
Fax: +353 1 883 2101
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