Liberties Festival 2014 Programme

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A word from Michael Conlon

Festival Director

The Liberties Festival is one of my many responsibilities within SICCDA but one that I cherish and throughly

enjoy. The Liberties is an area of Dublin with a fantastic history, architecture and unique atmosphere filled with many local characters. We want to open our doors and welcome you to this great area in which we have the privilege to live and work.

The five days of events reflect the many spectrums of our community and truly sums up the flavour of the Liberties. This year is historic for us in that we play host to our first LGBT event and by doing so are being reflective of the community in which we live. We welcome international marriage equality activist Shane Bitney Cone to a screening of his film documentary Bridegroom followed by a Q&A. For our Liberties Inked project dozens of people showed us their tattoos and told us what they mean to them. This beautiful exhibition can be seen in NCAD, Thomas Street. We have a fantastic line up of workshops that include getting the Liberties in Bloom, Yoga in St. Patricks Park, Teen Drama Camp, Blue Rinse Ball and the Annual Children’s Talent Show. Our unique event of Music, Comedy and The Spoken Word in the Guinness Storehouse is not to be missed

either and our thanks go to the team behind Nighthawks who have delivered this special night, now in its fourth year.

Look out for the Thomas Street Ambassadors who will glady help you with any questions about the area and its many attractions.

We look forward to sharing the Liberties with you and hope you enjoy all that we have to offer.

Pat Garry

SICCDA Chairperson

The 44th Liberties Festival proudly presents to you an exciting and diverse 5 day programme for 2014. We have fantastic events for everyone in the family, with artists, musicians and performers ready to entertain you in this historic part of Dublin

On behalf of the SICCDA board, I would like to thank our main sponsor Diageo Ireland. We also extend our thanks to Dublin City Council and the Health Service Staff Credit Union along with the many businesses, volunteers and community members who support the festival. The festival would not survive 44 years without this support.

We invite all members of the community and further afield to join us at an event in 2014. The Liberties holds a special place in the hearts of Dubliners and we are looking forward to celebrating this unique part of the city with you.

Remember, this is your festival. Embrace it!

WELCOME TO THE fESTIVAL 2014

TUESDAY 15 JULY

2.00pm

WALK AND TALK TOUR Vikings of the Liberties with Pat Liddy Depart Christ Church CathedralHistorian Pat Liddy is back to kick off Liber-ties Festival 2014 with a fascinating Walk and Talk guided tour exploring Viking Dublin and its foundations. Duration approx. 2 hours. Dress for the weather on the day!FREE

2.00pm-4.00pm Daily

DRAMA CAMP WORKSHOPwith Grace Dyas and Shane Byrne of THEATREclubTimber Yard, Cork StreetThe Festival is delighted to welcome the young, daring and innovative THEATREclub members who invite you to use your dramatic and theatrical side. The drama camp is a week long introduction to drama that’s open to everyone. It doesn’t matter if you’ve never done any drama before or if you’ve done loads. It’s okay if you’re shy and it’s fine to be loud too. The week will be mainly based on drama games, getting to know what a drama class is like and having a laugh while doing it. Ages 12-18.FREEREGISTER IN ADVANCE AT SICCDA,

90 MEATH STREET | [email protected]

01 453 6098

6.00pm Festival Launch

THE LIBERTIES INKED EXHIBITIONNCAD, Thomas StreetThe Liberties Inked offers an opportunity to learn more about the people of the Liberties in a unique and intimate way. Everyone has a story to share about a life experience that changed them. Those featured in the exhibition chose to acknowledge these experiences permanently in ink on their bodies. View intimate portraits by photographer Ger O’Donnell and read the accompanying stories about the tattoos of a diverse group of community members, from local traders to artists to students. Refreshments will be served.FREE

7.30pm

PATRICK KAVANAGHA Life performed by P J BradyArthur’s Pub, Thomas StreetOne of Ireland’s greatest poets, Patrick Kavanagh, lived for a while in the Iveagh Hostel, Bride Road so it is fitting that his work will be celebrated during this year’s Festival. Actor and poet P J Brady is renowned for his exploration of Kavangh’s life and words. The Liberties Festival is very pleased to be able to present this production of P J Brady’s powerful, one-man show at a special Festival price of only €3.

“[Brady] brings us into the heart and soul, the brave stubborn spirit, of a poet … ” - The Irish Times€3 on the door

8pm

FESTIVAL TVStudio Tour and BroadcastSouth Earl Street (off Meath Street)The Liberties Festival is very happy to be part of Festival TV, an exciting new volunteer-led production from Community Productions which will be broadcast on Dublin Community Television (DCTV) – CH 802 on the UPC digital network – throughout summer 2014 and distributed online.Over three separate neighbourhood festivals in the Liberties, Drimnagh and Ballyfermot, Festival TV will showcase the best of Dublin’s local arts and community events in this new 10 part TV series.This first broadcast features the Liberties Festival and all are welcome to attend to see what goes on behind the scenes at a TV production. Places are free but limited so arrive a little early to make sure to get yours.


fESTIVAL TIMETABLE 2014

WEDNESDAY 16 JULY

10.30am-5.30pm

THE LIBERTIES INKED NCAD, Thomas StreetFREE

11.00am-4.00pm

SICCDA AFTERSCHOOLS SPORTS DAYFor children attending local schools.FREE

12.00pm-2.00pm

KIDS ART WORKSHOPSt James Primary Schools Basin LaneFun arts and craft activities designed for children to explore all the possibilities and enjoyment that art can bring.FREEREGISTER IN ADVANCE AT SICCDA,


01 453 6098

2.00pm-4.00pm Daily

DRAMA CAMP WORKSHOPwith Grace Dyas and Shane Byrne of THEATREclubTimber Yard, Cork StreetFREEREGISTER IN ADVANCE AT SICCDA,


01 453 6098

2.30pm-4.30pm

MASAMBA DRUMMING WORKSHOPUnit 12F Liberties Enterprise Centre, New-market – access via CourtyardSamba is an exciting form of Afro-Brazilian music and maSamba has earned the reputation of being the best Samba group in Ireland. This fun workshop for young people aged 9-14 will fill up fast so make sure to register soon on the number above. FREEPRE-REGISTER BY CALLING 01 416 3901

4.00pm - 5.30pm

LIBERTIES IN BLOOM WORKSHOPChamber Street Community GardenMake the Liberties even more beautiful by learning how to make stunning hanging baskets. This workshop is perfect for all members of the family to enjoy together and suitable for all ages. All materials including plants provided and you take home what you make.FREEREGISTER IN ADVANCE AT SICCDA,


01 453 6098

6.30pm

BRIDEGROOM FILM AND Q&A with Shane Bitney Crone DCC Civic Offices, Wood Quay VenueThe Festival is proud to present the premiere and only Irish screening of the multi-award winning, critically acclaimed documentary Bridegroom welcoming filmmaker and marriage equality activist, Shane Bitney Crone.

Doors Open @ 6.30pm, film @ 7pm (81 mins) followed by Q&A with Shane Bitney Crone hosted by GAZE film Festival Programmer Emma ConnorsFREEBOOKING ESSENTIAL

7.30pm

ANNUAL GARDA -V- STREET TRAD-ERS FOOTBALL MATCHOliver Bond Complex at Ushers QuayThe competition between Kevin Street Garda Station & The Street Traders is on for the 26th year!

9pm

THE REAL BIG QUIZ The Clock Pub, Thomas Street Meath Street Trader Jack Roach is Quizmaster for the evening. The winning team of the Garda -v- Street Traders match will be awarded their trophy.€10 table of four



THURSDAY 17 JULY

10.30am-5.30pm


11.00am

OLDER & BOLDER BOWLINGWhitefriar StreetAnnual seniors bowling competition, always great craic! FREE

12.30pm – 1.30pm

YOGA FOR ADULTS presented by YogaHub.ie St Patrick’s Park FREE

1.30pm – 2pm

YOGA FOR KIDS presented by YogaHub.ie St Patrick’s ParkFREEFrom beginner to guru, enjoy fun yoga for all in the beautiful gardens at St. Patrick’s.

1.00pm – 3.00pm

LIBERTY VERSES SPOKEN WORD WORKSHOPSouth Earl Street off Meath StreetAn exciting spoken word workshop for young people. With acclaimed urban poet and playwright, Colm Keegan. If you think poetry isn’t for you, this will change your mind. Ages 12-18.

FREE

2.00pm-4.00pm Daily



01 453 6098

2.30pm - 4.30pm

LIBERTIES IN BLOOM WORKSHOPBraithwaite Street Community GardenFREEREGISTER IN ADVANCE AT SICCDA,


01 453 6098

2.30pm-4.30pm

MASAMBA DRUMMING WORKSHOPUnit 12F Liberties Enterprise Centre, New-market – access via CourtyardFREEPRE-REGISTER BY CALLING 01 416 3901

7.30pm

OPERA FOR A SUMMER EVENING John’s Lane Church, Thomas Street Whether you’re a seasoned opera-goer or curious about trying a new and beautiful experience, the programme of arias and ensembles from classic operas will definitely delight. Featuring Sandra Oman (Soprano), Deirdre Masterson (Mezzo), Fearghal Curtis (Tenor) and Simon Morgan (Baritone) with David Wray (Piano/Musical Director). Opera in the Open is an initiative by Dublin City Council.

2 TICKETS FOR €10 BUY TICKETS ON ENTERTAINMENT.IE

7.45pm

ST JAMES’S HOSPITAL LIBERTIES FUN RUN Royal Hospital KilmainhamThe sixth annual 6K St James’s Hospital Liberties Fun Run will attract up to 1,000 runners, joggers and walkers. FREE to CheerTAKE PART FOR €21

(EARLY REGISTRATION) / €25 (REGISTRATION AT

EVENT). REGISTER NOW ON WWW.STJAMES.IE/

FUNRUN.

9.30pm

BLUE RINSE BINGODean Swift Pub, Francis StreetSeniors bingo – fun and prizes – and all ages welcome.€15 from SICCDA, Meath Street



FRIDAY 18 JULY

10.30am-5.30pm


1.00pm-3.00pm

FENCING IN THE PARKSt Patrick’s Park, Patrick StreetA great opportunity to try out a new sport. Fencing develops stamina, enhances aerobic fitness and increases your ‘speed think action’. Suitable for all ages 7+. All equipment provided.FREE

1.30pm

SEAN O’CONNOR READS from his memoir, Growing Up So High: A Liberties BoyhoodBaker’s Bar Corner of Thomas and Meath Street

Seán O’Connor was born in the Liberties, attending Francis Street CBS. Ellen O’Neill, his granny, had a butcher’s shop where the Tivoli Theatre now stands. This fun and entertaining reading from his best selling book about his childhood in the Liberties, the characters, slang and local shops, includes music and song.

2.00pm-4.00pm Daily



01 453 6098

2.30pm-4.30pm

MASAMBA DRUMMING WORKSHOPUnit 12F Liberties Enterprise Centre, New-market – access via CourtyardFREEPRE-REGISTER BY CALLING 01 416 3901

6pm - 7.30pm

LIBERTIES IN BLOOM WORKSHOPSt James Primary School, Basin LaneFREEREGISTER IN ADVANCE AT SICCDA,


01 453 6098

7.00pm

THE BLUE RINSE BALLArthurs Pub, Thomas StreetThis annual sell-out event is a highlight every year for our older community members with a 4 course meal, a tipple or two of wine, and a night of dancing and entertainment.€15 from SICCDA, Meath Street



SATURDAY 19 JULY

10.30am-5.30pm


12.30pm – 1.30pm

YOGA FOR ADULTS presented by YogaHub St Patrick’s Park FREE

1.30pm – 2pm

YOGA FOR KIDS presented by YogaHub St Patrick’s ParkFREE

1.00pm-3.00pm

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP FOR CHILDRENBasin LaneFestival photographer/videographer Ger O’Donnell presents a introduction to digital photography for children aged 7+. Find out how to take amazing photos the easy way, and have a lot of fun too. If you have a camera, bring it along.FREEREGISTER IN ADVANCE AT SICCDA,


01 453 6098

2.00pm-4.00pm Daily



01 453 6098

3pm - 5pm

LIBERTIES IN BLOOM WORKSHOPSouth Earl Street off Meath StreetFREEREGISTER IN ADVANCE AT SICCDA,


01 453 6098

5.30pm-7.30pm

CHILDREN’S TALENT SHOWCORE, St Catherine’s Church, Thomas StreetFeaturing a surprise celebrity Judge and a performance by maSamba, the annual Children’s Talent Show gives us a chance to enjoy the immense talents of our mini-Mays and smallie-Scripts. It’s a guaranteed brilliant evening’s entertainment.€3 from SICCDA, Meath Street

8.00pm-11.00pm

BLUE RINSE TALENT SHOWTom Kennedys / ONeillsThe young ones didn’t lick it off the ground! Enjoy the talents of the older members of our community at another annual Festival celebration of our local talent.FREE

8.00pm-11.30pm

NIGHTHAWKS AT THE GUINNESS STOREHOUSE Arthur’s Bar, Guinness StorehouseReturning to the Festival for the fourth year, Nighthawks at the Guinness Storehouse has become a summer highlight in Dublin. 7 brilliant acts will perform this year. Music from One Horse Pony, Clara Rose and Shane Hennessy; comedy from Kevin Gildea and John Colleary and literature from Colm Keegan and Donal Ryan. Ticket price includes an optional self-guided tour of the Guinness Storehouse from 8pm-8.30pm, and complementary canapés will be served in Arthur’s Bar during the show.Full bar available at the venue.Doors @ 8.00pm | Starts @ 8.30pm | Ends @ 11.45pm approx.Tickets €17 INCL COMPLEMENTARY CANAPÉS | BUY TICKETS ON

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SICCDA

The Liberties Festival is a SICCDA Project. SICCDA – South Inner City Community Development Association – is an organisation devoted to creating a community in the Liberties where all feel valued and welcomed.

Other SICCDA Projects include: Community Development ProjectAfter Schools ProgrammeThe Job ClubLiberties ClubLifeskills ProjectCommunity EmploymentThe Mediation Project

The Festival is supported by the Board and Staff of SICCDA.

BOARD OF MANAGEMENTPat Garry (Chairperson), Geraldine Richardson, Tommy O’Brien, Damien Kaye, Rosemary Grant, Deirdre Hynes.

90 Meath Street, Dublin 8.t 01 453 6098 f 01 454 0745 e [email protected] www.siccda.ie

THE TEAM

FESTIVAL DIRECTORMichael Conlon

COMMUNITY REPRESENTATIVESDanielle Keenan, Liz Duffy, Ian Fitzgerald

PR & PRESSShirley Chance Arts PR [email protected]

PROGRAMME DESIGNFiona [email protected]

FESTIVAL PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHERGer O’Donnell

GARDA REPRESENTATIVELiam Holland

CONTACT USwww.libertiesfestivaldublin.comwww.facebook.com/libertiesfestival

THANK YOU

The Liberties Festival gratefully acknowledges the financial support of Diageo Ireland, its primary sponsor.

“Diageo is delighted to support the Liberties Festival and proud to be part of a vibrant community.” Angela Smith, Diageo Ireland

The Liberties Festival also acknowledges the generous support of Mary Lynch & Dublin City Council, yogahub.ie, NCAD, Gallery Zozimus, Kevin St. Garda Station, Dublin City Volunteer Centre, Health Services Credit Union, O’Reillys Pharmacy Thomas Street, Atomic Stage School, our volunteers, Stephen Kennedy and the Nighthawks organisers, Doggett Printers, all the wonderful artists, local schools, venues, businesses and community members who contribute in countless ways.


GENERAL FESTIVAL INFORMATION

The Liberties Festival is a family-friendly festival that embraces the ethos of Many Cultures, One Community. Please enjoy the festival atmosphere while respecting the beliefs of all. Visit www.drinkaware.iefor information on enjoyable and safe use of alcohol.

The Liberties Festival encourages recycling. Please dispose of waste appropriately.

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

The area is serviced by Dublin Bus Numbers 51B, 51C , 78A, 123, 206 and 90. See www.dublinbus.ie for detailed information.Luas Line A from Tallaght to Abbey Street stops at the entrance to St. James Hospital and Smithfield, both short walks from festival venues. Visit www.luas.ie for details.

Heuston Station is approximately a fifteen minute walk from Meath Street.

Parking is predominately Pay & Display throughout the area.

EMERGENCY SERVICES

Kevin Street Garda 01 666 9400 Garda 999 or 112Fire Brigade 999 or 112St James Hospital 01 410 3000

1 SICCDA, 90 Meath Street – Information & Tickets2 Bakers Pub, Corner Thomas Street, Meath Street3 Tom Kennedy’s Pub, Thomas Street4 St Patrick’s Cathedral Park5 Arthur’s Pub, Thomas Street

6 The Guinness Storehouse, St James Gate7 Core, St Catherine’s Church, Thomas Street8 The Clock Pub, Thomas Street9 Oliver Bond Flat Complex, Usher Quay10 IMMA/Royal Hospital Kilmainham

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