JUNE JULY AUGUST 2011 www.nenagharts.com

IntroductIon Welcome to our summer programme. This season we have some interesting events, including a number of summer camps for children and outdoor screenings of classic movies, weather permitting. I can heartily recommend two films – the Cannes award winner ‘Of Gods and Men’ and ‘One Hundred Mornings’ – an Irish film screening as part of the Convergence Festival. Our commitment to community events continues with Convergence as well as a Volunteering Day later in July. If you or your group are interested in holding an event at the Arts Centre, let us know by contacting us on 067 34900. Brendan Maher Manager

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scheduLeJuneWednesday 8 June 11am Kids theatre: BLennY, the waterdaughterWednesday 22 June 11am convergence Festival: green JoBsWednesday 22 June 2pm convergence Festival: cuLtIVatIng the green econoMYWednesday 22 June 7.30pm convergence Festival: FILM – one hundred MornIngsSaturday 25 June 8pm teen event: MeLtdownThursday 30 June 10pm Film: cLose encounters oF the thIrd KInd (Banba Sq)

JuLYSaturday 9 July 8pm Music: IrIsh Youth harp orchestra In concertMon 11 – Fri 15 July 10am – 2.30pm summer camp: MarshMaLLow arts caMp Wednesday 13 July 8pm Film: oF gods and MenSaturday 16 July 7pm Musical: M.Y. VarIetY show 2011Mon 18 – Fri 22 July 10am – 1pm summer camp: draMa caMp (7 – 11 years old)Mon 18 – Fri 22 July 2pm – 5pm summer camp: draMa caMp (12 – 17 years old)Saturday 23 July 8pm teen event: MeLtdownSunday 24 July 12pm VoLunteer FaIr and FaMILY Fun daYSaturday 30 July 10pm Film: sIngIn’ In the raIn (Banba Sq)

augustMon 1 – Fri 5 August 9.30am – 1.30pm summer camp: caMp rInce 2011 (4 years +)Saturday 13 August 10pm Film: a hard daY’s nIght (Banba Sq)Saturday 20 August 8pm teen event: MeLtdown

BooKIng InForMatIonTickets for all events are available in advance from the NeNAGH ArTS CeNTre BOx OFFICe in Banba Square. You can call us on 067 34900 to book. reserved tickets must be paid for two days in advance of any event, or may be resold. Tickets for events can also be purchased online at www.nenagharts.com Box office opening hours:Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm and one hour before each event or performance.

terms & conditions for booking:Tickets bought online will be subject to a 5% credit card charge and a C=1 booking fee (this charge is set by the ticket provider company).remember, you can avoid these charges by paying in person. Cheques should be made payable to Nenagh Arts Centre.

where Is the arts centre Located?NeNagh arts CeNtre is in the Old Town Hall in Banba Square beside the Motor Tax Office and across the road from the Courthouse and Gaol (now the Heritage Centre). parking: Parking is available at the Courthouse Car Park road: Nenagh is located off the main Dublin-Limerick motorway and is served by Bus Éireann and Kavanagh’s bus routes, which stop close to the Arts Centre. See www.buseireann.ie and www.jjkavanagh.ie for timetables rail: Nenagh is on the Limerick to Ballybrophy line with connecting trains to Dublin and Cork/Tralee. See www.irishrail.ie for timetables wheelchair/disability access: Access to the Theatre on the upper floor is through the main entrance and by lift. Patrons who have specific requirements should contact the Box Office in advance.

hIrIng the BuILdIngAre you interested in renting Nenagh Arts Centre for a meeting or performance? Our 216 seat theatre with state-of-the-art sound and lighting facilities is available for hire. We also have an I.T. room for computer classes as well as a number of other smaller rooms for classes and workshops. If you are interested, please contact the manager by phone on 067 34900 or by email: manager@nenagharts.com

get updates on the arts centreYou can join our email list by contacting us at: manager@nenagharts.com – We’ll send out details on shows and events that are taking place, on a regular basis. You can also join us on our Facebook page or just keep an eye on www.nenagharts.com

cups and crowns theatre company present

BLennY, the waterdaughterwritten by Fiona Mcdonagh and gillian Kellyperformed by gillian Kelly

In a small fishing town off the coast of Ireland, Mack the lighthouse keeper watches over the town and the ocean, but feels part of neither. Well, that was before the day, a Blenny Fish followed him home!!!Just as the lighthouse illuminates the Cliffs, the Bay, the Town, the Pier, the Ocean, let Mack shed light on the hidden secrets of his community, a place where stories grow legs… Fins and Fish lips!Blenny, The Waterdaughter is skilfully revealed by a storyteller who uses only herself and the imaginary characters around her to bring you into Mack’s world.

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Bingo nights

KeLLY’s eYe, Man aLIVe, Legs eLeVen…eyes down for some bingo fun that that will support Nenagh Arts Centre and Nenagh Celtic Football Club in their work. games 1 to 9 1 line C=15 | 2 line C=20 | Full House C=50 game 10 1 line C=15 | 2 line C=20 | Full House C=80Jackpot & flyers sold separately Jackpot games 1 line C=15 | 2 line C=20 | Full House C=200 Flyer games 1 line C=15 | 2 line C=20 | Full house C=200Double Books C=9 | Single Book C=5 | Small Book C=4 | Jackpot & flyers C=2 each

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wednesday 8 June 11 am ages: 8yrs+ (3rd – 6th classes). duration: 45minsAdmission C=7 Schools/Croups contact the Arts Centre for group rates

Fridays 3, 10, 17, 24 June 8.30pm; Fridays 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 July 8.30pmFridays 5, 12, 19, 26 august 8.30pm

wednesday 22 June 11am – 12.30pm Admission Free

conVergence FestIVaLConvergence is Ireland’s longest running sustainable living festival. For more than a decade a unique programme of events organised by Cultivate has explored the changes needed to create a sustainable economy, society and built environment. From its beginnings in Dublin’s Temple Bar Convergence has grown into a nationwide festival with events in Dublin, Cork, Sligo and Tipperary. For full details of all events see www.cultivate.ie

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green JoBs The opportunity for local employment, enterprise and resilient communitiesIn this presentation and discussion well known broadcaster Duncan Stewart will outline the opportunities for rural Ireland to embrace the green economy.

cuLtIVatIng the green econoMY renewable energy, building, tourism and land useThis half day event hosted by Duncan Stewart brings together local and national agencies, local businesses and leading experts to explore the potential for local jobs the growing opportunities in Ireland’s green economy.

wednesday 22 June 2pm – 4.30 pmAdmission Free

convergence presents

one hundred MornIngsHoled up in a picturesque cabin near Dublin, the breakdown of society soon leads to struggles over supplies and protection. The tense, claustrophobic, yet beautifully filmed setting proves to be the perfect backdrop for this subtle and assured human drama of increasing desperation, dwindling trust and relationships strained beyond breaking point. Writer and director Conor Horgan demonstrates an assured and imaginative vision, brilliantly complemented by Suzie Lavelle’s cinematography which won the IFTA in 2010.

“balm to the soul of anyone quivering from too many overworked, over-agitated multiplex experiences” The New York Times

a public interview with professor peadar Kirby and the director of the film conor horgan will take place after the film.

wednesday 22 June 7.30pm – 10pm Admission C=6

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thursday 30 June 10pmAdmission Free – however patrons are asked to make a donation

summer classics

cLose encounters oF the thIrd KInddir. steven spielberg | usa | 1977 | 133 mins

roy Neary has been seeing things: bright lights, strange shapes, unusual objects. Now with the military in hot pursuit, it looks as if his life is in a mess. everything becomes clear high on top of a hill, where he and other people, drawn subconciously to this place, will finally uncover one of the greatest mysteries of the universe. We are not alone.

Important Note: this is a late evening outdoor screening in Banba Square, so please bring warm clothes and something to sit on.

teens

saturday 25 June , 23 July and 20 august 8pm – 11.30pm Admission C=10

MeLtdownSuperior lightshow and visual effects in a club environment.A night of phat beats, rockin’ tunes and some slow grooves.Be sure not to miss this extravaganza of music and light for teenagers.

Spot Prizes will be given out on the night.

Fully supervised (concert security, cctv)Ages 13 – 17 years

Go to Meltdown Nenagh on facebook for updates

suMMer caMp

MarshMaLLow arts caMpAllow your children the freedom to explore their creativity and express themselves through Art.Marshmallow is a week long Arts Camp for Kids with drawing, printing, painting, sculpture and more. Allow your children into delve into the history of art and then make their own masterpieces. We’ll do some portraits, make masks, play games and watch interesting films all in one week.

enjoyment and learning in equal measure is the name of the game at Marshmallow.

ages 7 – 12 years. children to bring their own lunch. Fully supervised.

Mon 11 – Fri 15 July 10pm – 2.30pm dailyAdmission C=80 per child (C=70 for additional children in family)

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Irish harp centre & Music school presents

IrIsh Youth harp orchestra In concertLaunched in 2006, the IrIsh Youth harp orchestra is one of Ireland’s most innovative and vibrant concert troupes. The Orchestra comprises up to 20 harpers aged 10 upwards, all advanced players, many with championship titles, many multi-instrumentalists, singers or dancers. This is a concert celebrating all that’s great in Irish music. Well used to international touring, this is an opportunity for our home audience to hear a great concert featuring local young musicians. Directed by Janet Harbison and featuring much new Irish music as well as original arrangements, the optimism, joy and musicianship of the Irish Youth Harp Orchestra is certain to impress.

saturday 9 July 8 pmAdmission C=10 (C=8 concessions)

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M.Y. school of Music presents

the M.Y. VarIetY show 2011established over a year ago, the M.Y. School of Music is run by Michelle Hennessy and Yvonne richardson who have thirteen years of experience behind them.

Now it’s time to let the talent so the M.Y. School show. expect to be greatly entertained by hip-hop dancers, solo vocalists, violin, piano and guitar players, rock bands and percussionists in this concert. The best part of this show is that the talent starts from four year upwards to teens and adults.

saturday 16 July 7pmAdmission C=6 on door

nenagh Film club

oF gods and Mendir. Xavier Beuvois | France | 2010 | 120 minutes | cert 15awith subtitles eight French Christian monks live in harmony with their Muslim brothers in a monastery perched in the mountains of North Africa in the 1990’s. When a crew of foreign workers is massacred by an Islamic fundamentalist group, fear sweeps though the region. The army offers them protection, but the monks refuse. Should they leave? Despite the growing menace in their midst, they slowly realize that they have no choice but to stay... come what may. This extraordinary and profound film is loosely based on the life of the Cistercian monks of Tibhirine in Algeria, from 1993 until their kidnapping in 1996.

wednesday 13 July 8 pm Admission C=6

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Winner: Grand Prix Cannes Film Festival, 2010

VoLunteer

north stars suMMer draMa caMps 2011the camp is run by aoife carry and Joanne Quinn.

After a fantastic summer camp last year, North Stars Summer Drama Camps are back for an even better year!!!

Are you 7-11years old? Come and join us for a week of playing drama games, doing some yoga, and making loads of plays! Are you between 12-17 years old? Why not come along for a week of improvisation, a bit of clowning around, and recreating your favourite movie scenes!

North Stars Summer Drama Camp will be the best camp you ever go to. You will make loads of friends and have LOADS of fun!

If you would like to book a place, come along to our registration days at Nenagh Arts Centre on the 18th June and 9th July from 11.00am-2.00pm. If you can’t make these dates, call Aoife on 0879915443 for more information.

Mon 18 – Fri 22 July. 7-11 yrs: 10am – 1pm. 12-17 yrs: 2pm – 5pm Admission C=60

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north tipperary Volunteer Fair committee presents

VoLunteer FaIr and FaMILY Fun daYAre you interested in volunteering? Want to find out how you can get involved with your community? Then come along to our ‘Volunteer Fair’ to meet organisations involved in the community, sports and arts to find out what help they need and how to get involved. No immediate commitment need be made on the day. There will be lots of entertainment on the day, for what promises to be a fun day for all the family. The Volunteer Fair is presented by North Tipperary Volunteer Fair Committee. Volunteer – make a difference!Organisations who wish to have a stand at the fair should contact europe Direct Thurles on 0504 29720 or email: eudirect@tipperarylibraries.ie

sunday 24 July 12pm – 3pm Admission Free

suMMer caMp

MacLoone o’Meara academy of Irish dancing present

caMp rInce 2011Now in its 4th consecutive year Camp rince is hosted by Lord of the Dance dancers Nikki MacLoone and Michael O’Meara.

Fun-filled and action packed Camp rince mixes traditional with contemporary Irish Dance forms.

Activities Include: traditional & contemporary Irish dance lessons, on-stage performance skills and confidence building exercises, Celtic arts and crafts, fun rhythmic and musical games

Final day stage performance for parents.

For kids of all levels of dance experience: Ages 4+

Monday 1 – Friday 5 august 9.30am – 1.30pmFor more information contact: 087-2486384

saturday 30 July 10pmAdmission Free – however patrons are asked to make a donation

summer classics

sIngIn’ In the raIndir. stanley donen, gene Kelly | usa | 1952 | 103 mins

Singin’ in the Rain is considered by many people to be among the best Hollywood musicals of all time. Plot? Well it’s about the change from silent movies to talkies and how a group of actors deal with it. But the plot is only something to hang the glorious set-pieces and dance sequences on. Watching it is an exuberant, magical experience – a journey deep into the heart of feel-good territory. With Gene Kelly, Debbie reynolds and Donald O’Connor; it’s hard to be cynical when one is confronted with so much joy writ large across the screen.

Important Note: this is a late evening outdoor screening in Banba Square, so please bring warm clothes and something to sit on.

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summer classics

a hard daY’s nIghtdir. richard Lester | uK | 1964 | B&w | 87 mins | cert pg

A rock and roll adventure that follows “a day in the life” of four lads from Liverpool who would make history as the Beatles. This film leads us into the madness of the fab four’s everyday lives where the simple act of traveling to London for a television performance involves escaping from the invasion of a mob of fainting teenagers, outwitting a hungry pack of newspaper reporters, and stopping Paul’s meddlesome grandfather from breaking the band apart.

Important Note: this is a late evening outdoor screening in Banba Square, so please bring warm clothes and something to sit on.

saturday 13 august 10pmAdmission Free – however patrons are asked to make a donation

pLaY Yt Play yt formerly known as Nenagh Youth Theatre encourages young people to enjoy drama and related activities through participation in theatrical performance, workshops, games and improvisations. Drama workshops will be held weekly at Nenagh Arts Centre for young people aged 13-17 years. Places are limited so please book early. experience in drama is not necessary. Dates: every Saturday. Contact: North Tipperary County Council Arts Office: 067 – 44860.

cast and crewadministration: Brendan Maher (Manager), Clare McAleese (C.e. Supervisor), Bridget Gubbins, emma Wing (Administration), Margaret Herlihy, Anne O’reilly (Box Office), Ann O’Meara, Angela Cleary (reception), Neil O’Donnell, Declan Gohery, Arthur Mitchell, Sean O’Dwyer, John ryan, Michael Whelan, Anthony Brett, Phylis Lambe (Technical/General Operations), Trevor Cleary (IT), Florence Starr, Monica McKenna, Ann Leonard (After-Schools Club).

Board: Cllr. Tom Moylan (Chairperson), Nora O’Connor (Vice-Chairperson), Marney O’regan (Treasurer), Marcus O’Connor, Donal Purcell, Melanie Scott, Tom ryan, Bernadette Slattery, Cllr. John Carroll, Cllr. Jonathan Meaney, Cllr. Virgina O’Dowd, Sandra Farrell.

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SPoNSor a SEat iN tHE tHEatrEPut your, your family’s or your company’s name on a seat at Nenagh Arts Centre. Sponsors will be acknowledged on a display in the reception area. Tax relief is available on donations. SPoNSor aN EvENtWe have a range of events coming up from music, film, drama, dance and discussion. If you or your organization would like to be linked to an event, we can arrange it! Sponsors will receive tickets for their event and also receive an advert in the Nenagh Arts Centre brochure. Contact nenagh arts centre on 067 34900 or by email manager@nenagharts.com

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