axis: Feb – May 2014

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Showing: Theatre ‘Cleaners’ axis new comedy ‘4EverBoyz’ the spoof band returns ‘Faith’ from Gúna Nua

Comedy Tommy Tiernan David O’ Doherty Embarrassing Mother

Music Sharon Shannon Katherine Lynch

Family Magical Mayhem with Colly Jolly The Jungle Book

Festival Bealtaine Seachtain na Gaeilge LiFT Youth Arts Festival

Coupons: Classes: What Else? Workshops, Film, ExhibitionsLoads of Art, Drama, Music axis offers! & much more... Music & Events for Over 55’s... LOOK OUT FOR OUR EASY-TO-FOLLOW SYMBOLS DIRECTOR’S NOTE TO GUIDE YOU THROUGH OUR UPCOMING EVENTS Hello there and welcome to our 2014 event guide. We’re delighted to present another bumper programme of all the best in local, national and international theatre, comedy, ARTS dance and music in the coming months. DEVELOP- MUSIC FILM GALLERY FAMILY MENT What better way to start us off than the comedy legend MARK O’BRIEN that is Tommy Tiernan making his return to axis, John ACTING DIRECTOR Sheahan of , internationally renowned company Graeae and a fantastic touring exhibition from Practice.ie, all in February. In March we will produce a brilliant new comedy show ‘Cleaners’ by Colm Maher IRISH in our theatre as well as a studio presentation of ‘The THEATRE DANCE LANGUAGE RESIDENCY COMEDY Essentialist’ by local writer Paddy Kavanagh as part of our Playground mentoring initiative. April sees the LiFT Youth Arts Festival getting young people involved creatively along with theatre from Gúna Nua and comedy from the hilarious David O’Doherty. May sees a range of Bealtaine events and great theatre from Bigger Picture Projects and Shiva Productions. Our Home Sessions Music concerts continue this season axis COUPON axis COUPON with Sharon Shannon and Katherine Lynch and we continue the development of our residencies with magician Shane THEATRE FAMILY Gillen. On top of that we have new projects in writing, music €5 OFF TICKETS €6 OFF TICKET and dance which will see hundreds of people participating in, and developing their own creativity, including a major Book up to 4 tickets at €5 off for Get a family ticket for 4 people to see new youth arts project with the HSE and City Council our new black comedy ‘Cleaners’ ‘The Jungle Book’ on 24th May for only called ‘Space’. when you hand this coupon in at €30 (normally €36). So here’s to a great year. This programme is our invitation our box office. to you to take your place, see a show, take part in a project, Offer limited to first 40 tickets. record a song, have a meeting or come join us for lunch. Coupon valid for performances One voucher per booking. Ballymun is a vibrant community in a great city so whether from 11th – 15th March. it is for the first time, a return visit, by foot, by bus or car we One voucher per booking. look forward to welcoming you to axis in 2014. Let’s make collaboration the heart of all we do. Creativity shared knows no bounds. Onwards and upwards… axis COUPON axis COUPON Mark O’Brien Acting Director MOTHERS GIRLS NIGHT OUT €20 DAY GIFT axis would like to acknowledge the work and The De Vos Institute, Business to Arts, Pobal, Buy 4 tickets to see the hilarious ‘Any Buy your mother 2 tickets to comedy contribution of its Board of Directors, all axis Youngballymun and Dept. of Foreign Affairs. Summers’ on 11th April and get 2 ‘Embarrassing Mother’ on 2nd May for staff, axis tenants, Kate Bowe PR, form and all extra FREE tickets to bring 2 more only €20 per pair (normally €30). our service providers, volunteers and interns. We would also like to thank all our partners friends, saving you €30. this season, all the wonderful and talented Offer limited to first 40 tickets. Our gratitude to our funders, friends and artists and companies working with us and Offer limited to first 60 tickets. One voucher per booking. patrons: Ballymun Regeneration Limited, all those who have assisted us in any way Dublin City Council, Dublin City Council Arts since this programme went to print. One voucher per booking. Office, The Arts Council, Foras Na Gaeilge, RESIDENCY PLAYGROUND RESIDENCY Dates: Jan - Jun By: Arts & Disability Ireland and axis THE CHATS Dates: 6th Feb >>> Time: 8pm Arts & Disability Ireland and axis: Ballymun Tickets: Free >>> By: axis present a new performing arts residency. This residency is designed to support the To launch our season axis are professional development of, and the creation delighted to host a very special of new work by performing artists with event where artists from Ballymun disabilities. and those who have worked with Following several successful residencies across axis will gather to talk about their various disciplines, ADI and axis are working work, share their plans and ideas together to offer a residency and bursary to and look forward to the year ahead. an artist with a disability who is interested in Previous chats have seen developing their performing arts practice. The established and budding dancers, artists chosen by the panel for this residency photographers, performers, are Stefanie Preissner with additional support musicans and visial artists chat to Fintin Kelly. about their work, share new ideas and enjoy meeting new people in a relaxed setting. If you or any artist you know would be interested in joining us for an evening full of creativity, axis cast & crew contact us on (01) 883 2100. Acting Director – Mark O’Brien Programme Manager – Niamh Ní Chonchubhair Accounts Administrator – Patricia Martin Box Office & Marketing Manager – Philip Keogh Crèche Manager – Martina Devey Technical Manager – Joe Flavin Music Studio Co-ordinator – Seán Mc Cormack We can cater for up to 10 Book-keeper – Mary Carpenter wheelchairs in our auditorium. Arts Development Co-ordinator – Emma Connors These spaces are located at the front Projects Co-ordinator – Niamh Fitzpatrick ACCESSIBILITY of the auditorium and are in clear view Operations Manager – Anita Purdy of the stage. There is also a wheelchair Box Office & Reception – Anna Kavanagh, Deirdre Purdy & Sharon McGuire accessible toilet located in our café bar Café Manager – Marcella Pintos With the help of Arts and Disability and lifts available in both our underground Maintenance & Duty Manager – David Kelly Ireland we are broadening our car park and within our building. services to cater for deaf, visually All information is correct at time of printing, for up-to-date information visit impaired and disabled visitors. Large text versions of www.axis-ballymun.ie or contact axis on (01) 883 2100. axis has a child protection any of our print can be policy and procedures in place. For more info contact (01) 883 2100. We are working on programming captioned performances for deaf made available on request BOOKING MAILING LIST or hard of hearing visitors. For these from our box offi ce. Our box office is open weekdays 9am – 5pm Want to receive special offers and performances we will also have an infra- and for 90 mins before an event. updates on upcoming events? red loop system for visitors using hearing We aim to continue to improve axis To book Ph: (01) 883 2100 Register on www.axis-ballymun.ie aids. To fi nd out when the next captioned accessibility and would welcome your or visit www.axis-ballymun.ie or Ph: (01) 883 2100 performance is being organised contact suggestions and feedback. Please feel axis’ reception on (01) 883 2100 or email free to contact axis reception on Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, receive exclusive special offers, book shows [email protected] (01) 883 2100 or [email protected] online or just find more information on our upcoming shows, exhibitions, classes or events. DUBLIN VALENTINES: DERMOT SIGNS OF A DIVA Dates: 18th Feb THEATRE BOLGER IN CONVERSATION Time: 8pm >>> Tickets: €15/12 WITH JOHN SHEAHAN By: Arts & Disability Ireland Dates: 12th Feb >>> Time: 8pm and Graeae Tickets: €8 >>> By: axis No one remembers mousey old Sue, the John Sheahan is somewhat of a Dublin legend. undertaker from Bingley Bridge. No one A notable Irish violinist, player, folk knows she’s a Diva fanatic, until one day she musician and composer he is the last surviving is offered a cabaret spot at Harry’s Place. member of the original and definitive five Overnight, Tammy Frascati is born and Sue member line-up of The Dubliners. Join him as he finds herself hurtling towards stardom. discusses his recently found passion for poetry But, as success beckons a handsome and his relationship to a variety of songs and stranger pierces Sue’s heart. What does she stories throughout the years - he may even play a do? Can she have both? tune or two!

All performances include signed song, ‘Dublin Valentines’ continues axis series of public captioned text and audio description. conversations between Dermot Bolger and well known artists in which he explores their lives, their work and their relationship with their native or adoptive city. Dermot Bolger is one of Ireland’s leading novelists and playwrights. He has a long standing relationship with axis, who have staged his award-winning works in Ballymun as well as Britain, America and beyond.

TOMMY TIERNAN Dates: 16th Feb >>> Time: 8pm Tickets: €28 >>> By: Aiken Promotions

Away from the glamour of the city centre and out to the burbs, Tommy Tiernan does his first World Tour of . From the Red Cow, the Taj Mahal of cabaret comedy, to Johnnie Fox's house in the hills. From Taylors Three Rock once run by his sister-in-law to The Spa Hotel in Lucan where his mother once took the family to get away from his father until he "copped himself on". From City West, where he lost a packet playing cards, to Ballymun "Joe Duffy country". From Castle and tae with Enya to THEATRE Rolestown for the button mushrooms and everywhere 4EVERBOYZ: THE PLAY else in between. Tommy's mastery of stand-up Dates: 20th & 21st Feb allows him to take risks other comedians dare not. Time: 8pm >>> Tickets: €15/12 stand together to take on the world. They would Through hilarious storytelling and a high energy, By: Troubadour Productions become known as… '4EverBoyz'. non-apologetic delivery he continually challenges After over 10 years at the top, hearts were his audience who can be confident they are in safe A new comedy play set against the backdrop shattered at the shock announcement that hands. To see Tiernan live is a rare treat, as his stories of the late 80's recession. Before the Celtic 4EverBoyz were to call it a day. unfold and themes are elaborated his performance Tiger roared, thousands of young wannabes mesmerises as his lyrical way with words make you attended an audition in The Pod, Dublin. …BUT 4Ever means... 4Ever... THEY'RE BACK!!! laugh harder than you'd ever believe possible. Their quest? To become the next big thing in the world of pop! At the end four boys would Suitable: 16+ 4 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun Event Guide >>>> February – May 5 CoyJoy

Presents

The Home Sessions: Mid-term treat FAMILY KATHERINE LYNCH Katherine released her debut album 'Settling Dust' this year to rave reviews. The result MAGICAL MAYHEM Dates: 28th Feb >>> Time: 8pm is an album that will surprise and delight WITH COLLY JOLLY Tickets: €15 >>> By: Katherine Lynch fans and has heralded a new chapter in her Dates: 22nd Feb >>> Time: 2.30pm career. Tickets: €8/6 >>> By: Colm Dawson Best known for her long running comedy shows, Katherine Lynch has long held a She has gathered an extraordinary group A comedy magic show for all the family from secret desire to engage her audience with a of musicians and is now presenting ‘Songs Colly Jolly aka comedy magician Colm Dawson. straight up musical project. from Settling Dust’, a live presentation Colm has over 20 years experience in magic and of exceptional music, original songs and has performed this year for Ryan Tubridy’s 40th some show-stopping covers including birthday, the President of Ireland and Danny ' (her dark hair)'. During O’Donoghue from The Script to name a few. this show-stopping moment, through the wonders of technology, Katherine Colm is also resident magician in Tayto Park MUSIC manages to duet with her grand uncle, where he has perfected his act and hilarious the poet and author . climb-in-balloon routine. Defi nitely a show not to be missed on the school mid-term. Obviously while the presentation is musically authentic, you can “Colly wowed the children at our party recently expect a few hilarious anecdotes and - the laughs kept coming! Colly Jolly is Ireland‘s introductions throughout the show. It’s top children‘s entertainer!“ Katherine Lynch after all! Keith Barry, Magician “An impressive collection” Hot Press Suitable: 4+ www.ColmDawson.com “A surprisingly gripping and delightful FILM debut” Irish Music Magazine The Pictures: ONE DAY Dates: 25th Feb >>> Time: 2.30pm Tickets: €2 Members / €4 Non-Members / Membership: €3 >>> By: Dublin City Council Arts Offi ce and axis in PRACTICE GALLERY association with access>Cinema and Dates: Mar/Apr >>> By: Kids’ Own Ballymun Library ‘Practice’ is a national touring exhibition of ‘The Pictures’ is a monthly fi lm club for over work by artists and children, through joint 55’s that screens in our 211 seater theatre on processes of exploration and enquiry. the last Monday of each month. This month ‘Practice’ presents an opportunity for insight into we continue our ‘Book to Screen’ screenings a range of projects by artists Helen Barry, Ann with an adaptation of author David Nicholls' Donnelly, Naomi Draper, Ann Henderson, Maree critically acclaimed novel ‘One Day’. We are Hensey, Christine Mackey and Fiona Kelleher. partnering with Ballymun Library who are making copies available to our members to ‘Practice’ seeks to present an open space borrow the month before the fi lm to read. inviting response, engagement and questioning. After one day together - July 15th, 1988, The exhibition is accompanied by a programme their college graduation - Emma Morley of events in each venue. Contact Niamh (Anne Hathaway) and Dexter Mayhew (Jim Fitzpatrick on (01) 883 2123. Sturgess) begin a friendship that will last a lifetime.

6 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun Event Guide >>>> February – May 7 DINNER THEATRE AVAILABLE SEACHTAIN NA GAELIGE €25p/p Dates: 3rd – 7th Mar CLEANERS Time: 8pm >>> Tickets: €10 By: axis & local partners FESTIVAL BY COLM MAHER Set in the basement locker room of a high- Dates: 11th – 15th Mar >>> Time: 8pm class Dublin hotel, meet ‘The Cleaners’ Le linn an tearma scoile beidh Tickets: €15/12 >>> By: axis Jewel and Ellie, whom fate has thrown ealaíontóirí ag obair le bunscoileanna together in a war of drinks trolleys and Mini bars, lockers, champagne, blackmail, double cross. i mBaile Munna agus an ceantar a struggle for power, a Buddha, the lotto, máguaird agus iad ag ullmhú le Contains some strong language. 15+ haghaidh ceolchoirm speisialta in some cash, some cleaning and lots of Ch'i. Starring Anne Kent (‘P.S. I Love You’, axis chun ceiliúradh a dhéanamh ar a axis are delighted to present a brand ‘The General’, ‘Waiting For Elvis’) and gcuid tallann agus ar SnaG. new comedy for its audience this season. Stephanie Kelly (‘Fair City’, ‘Kisses’ & The world première of Colm Maher’s play From January 2014 primary schools in ‘Roundabout Youth Theatre’) Ballymun and beyond will be working ‘Cleaners’ is peppered with plenty of Dublin with artists to showcase their talents wit, backstabbing and banter. Directed by Mark O’Brien at a special perfomance to celebrate ‘Seachtain na Gaeilge’ 2014. Each night will feature a different school with proceeds going to support the schools directly. THEATRE

8 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun Event Guide >>>> February – May 9 DAVID O’DOHERTY FAITH BY PAUL MEADE Dates: 21st & 22nd Mar >>> Time: 8pm Dates: 19th Mar Tickets: €15/12 >>> By: Gúna Nua Time: 8pm COMEDY Theatre in association with Civic Theatre Tickets: €18/14 By: Lisa Richards Agency ‘Faith’ tells the story of Michael, a man trying to cope with the stresses of David O’Doherty, the Ryanair redundancy and a new role as a stay at James Bond, the Kevin home husband. He meets a charismatic McCloud of the tiny keyboard, friend who gives him new hope and a former Miss Ireland, the new job, guarding an empty offi ce block offspring of Shannon/Pete in the IFSC. They while away the hours Doherty, his new look is with daredevil tricks, impromptu games ‘Jaws era Steven Spielberg’, of football and sorting out the meaning of recipient of the 2008 life. But his new-found optimism and low- Edinburgh Comedy Award paid employment don’t wash at home. He and inventor of the last soon fi nds himself with a serious dilemma. remaining swimming stroke The scene is set for confrontation between ‘the squid’ (on back, feet fi rst), Michael’s responsibilities at home and has written a new comedy the survival of his sense of self, even show with both talking and his sanity. Darkly comic, ‘Faith’ is an songs. NO SCRUBS. exploration of one man’s struggle to fi nd himself in post-recession Ireland.

Civic ARTS Theatre DEVELOP- MENT

stage as it is being developed. First up in 2014 is a reading of a new THEATRE play from local artist Patrick Kavanagh ‘The Essentialist’. ALL SHOOK UP Dates: 26th – 29th Mar >>> Time: 8pm (Plus 2pm This one person Matinee on 29th March) >>> Tickets: €12/8 show will be a By: Dry Ice Theatre Company treat for anyone interested in new ‘All Shook Up’ is a musical comedy built around a writing and was number of songs by Elvis Presley. It is loosely based on developed through the axis ‘Playground’ ‘Twelfth Night’ by William Shakespeare. PLAYGROUND mentoring programme. Dates: 18th – 20th Mar >>> Time: 8pm Tickets: Free >>> By: axis Over three days we will also host readings of It takes place in 1955 in the middle of America, where other new work. Tickets are free and our café one girls dream and a surprise visit from a mysterious A chance to go behind the curtain and into bar will be open so you can make an evening leather jacketed guitar playing stranger help a small the rehearsal room to see new work for the of it. town to discover the magic of romance and the power of rock and roll. The score includes many Elvis classics! 10 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun Event Guide >>>> February – May 11 THEATRE SMALL PLASTIC WARS Dates: 31st Mar & 1st Apr Time: 8pm >>> Tickets: €12/10 By: Bigger Picture Projects

Joe is in total control of his world. It’s a pity that it exists only in 1/35 scale and is made of plastic. Meanwhile back in the real world there’s a competition coming up and Joe just wants to be left alone to build his models and win best in show. FILM Unemployment has fi nally The Pictures: given him the time to enjoy his THE INFORMER available to our members to borrow the month hobby of sticking bits of plastic before the film to read. together, but unfortunately his Dates: 24th Mar >>> Time: 2.30pm wife, his kids, the bank, his Tickets: €2 Members / €4 Non-Members Set in Dublin in 1922, Gypo Nolan has nemesis Hermann (whose real / Membership: €3 >>> By: Dublin City been exiled by his IRA cell for refusing an name is Brian), the checkout Council Arts Office and axis in association assignment to kill a man. The British have girl in Tesco and Angela Merkel with access>Cinema and Ballymun Library posted a reward for the whereabouts of his have other ideas. best friend, IRA soldier Frankie McPhillip, ‘The Pictures’ is a monthly film club for over Gypo goes to the headquarters of the hated 55’s that screens in our 211 seater theatre on Black and Tans and reveals his friend’s the last Monday of each month. This month location. The IRA soldiers present notice that we continue our ‘Book to Screen’ screenings the impoverished Gypo an adaptation of author Liam O’Flaherty’s now has money to AXIS ALL GAVIN FOGARTY novel ‘The Informer’. We are partnering with burn and suspect his – Technical Team Ballymun Library who are making copies involvement. During his work experience, AREAS Gavin will be working as This season will see part of the technical team SPACE local young people and developing his skills ARTS Dates: Mar/Apr >>> By: HSE in taking part in a specially at live sound engineering, DEVELOP- partnership with Dublin City Council designed work experience lighting design and stage MENT programme in various management. This new project which will see over axis departments. With 12 young people create a space in axis more volunteers to be to develop new work around the the confi rmed, these bright themes of mental health and creativity. sparks have requested experience in a specifi c JAMIE HARRINGTON This work will then be presented – Programme & area as this is where their to a wider community in form of Marketing Team short videos, ebooks and spoken interest and skills lie. performance during Ballymun’s ‘LiFT All of the axis staff are Jamie is interested in learning Youth Arts Festival’. really looking forward to what it takes to put an event working with them! together from start to fi nish ‘Space’ is funded by the HSE as and wants to see what’s part of Healthy Cities programme in required from all angles – partnership with Dublin City Council. even the admin bits!

12 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun MAGNETIC DANCE SPECIAL OFFER Dates: 4th Apr >>> Time: 8pm Tickets: €15/12 >>> By: IMDT

An explosive, passionate, joyous dance theatre work for five international A virtuosic dancers with backgrounds from E TR Broadway musicals to Merce Cunningham. THES E R CKAG Choreographed by John Scott, creator of E PA RSON ‘Body Duet’ and ‘Actions’, ‘MAGNETIC’ is NL 3 PE constructed like a movement symphony, L ER focusing on energy. Each dancer pushes N A P I K 60 to achieve levels of perfection: personal, O € physical, technical and spiritual. D O R ‘MAGNETIC’ balances passion, humour, B O F sensuality and outstanding virtuosic dance to create a thrilling evening of dance ANY SUMMERS theatre, both funny and crazy, bringing CLEANERS cheering audiences to their feet. Thursday 10th April Thursday 13th March John Scott’s Irish Modern Dance Theatre, from 6.30pm ir n moderish ish from 6.30pm whose ‘HYPERACTIVE’ wasir a hit at dance A hilarious show where six moder theatre A brand new dark comedy Arts Festival,dancen have also produced ‘Outsider’, friends turn up at Marianna’s theatre set in a high-class Dublin ‘Body Duet’ and ‘Actions’, for festivals in Ann Summers party! New York, Paris, Edinburgh, Mexico, Brazil hotel. Meet ‘The Cleaners’ and Germany. Jewel and Ellie.

moder DINNER dancetheatre ir THEATRE ish ENJOY A 2 COURSE n AVAILABLE €25p/p EMBARRASSING MEAL AND A GLASS MOTHER OF WINE WITH ANY Friday 2nd May from 6.30pm OF THE FOLLOWING Maxine's three sons are horrified when she starts SHOWS FOR ONLY stand-up. She is forced €25 PER PERSON THEATRE to lie. They think INCLUDING YOUR she's in Lidl! TICKET. turn up at Marianna’s party. The play ANY SUMMERS opens with naughty games and the women Dates: 10th – 12th Apr >>> Time: 8pm are shown some very aptly named toys Tickets: €15/12 >>> By: Joleen O’Brien e.g. “Horn on the Cob”. However, the play is not all slapstick; there is a serious After its sell out show in Dublin City undertone to proceedings as the women Centre, Any Summers is back for 3 nights reveal their colorful pasts. Audiences GROUP BOOKING DISCOUNT only in axis. will laugh and cry in equal measure. Beg, borrow, or steal Book a group of 8 or more and get the discounted rate of €22 per person. ‘Any Summers’ is a hilarious romp based a ticket. on an Ann Summers party. Six very diverse BOOK NOW (01) 883 2100 or WWW.AXIS-BALLYMUN.IE women, a mix of age and backgrounds, Suitable: 16+

Event Guide >>>> February – May 15 FESTIVAL PONDLING LIFT YOUTH Dates: 24th & 25th Apr >>> Time: 8pm ARTS FESTIVAL Tickets: €15/12 >>> By: Gúna Nua and Dates: 9th – 12th Apr >>> By: Ballymun Ramblin’ Man Festival Steering Committee Proud she was in the park that day with THEATRE Ballymun’s cultural calendar wouldn’t be her shiny black shoes from a shiny green the same without the annual ‘LiFT Youth box. As she peddled through the park Arts Festival’. For one full week, the streets she took quick glances down to her feet and venues of Ballymun will be hopping as deciding that cream tights were defi nitely young people aged 13-23, showcase and the right choice; they did accentuate her experience the very best in youth arts. The raven black shoes. She was FREE, BRAVE, ‘Little LiFT’ programme will also be back BEAUTIFUL, and she was ready to go back for younger festival goers (10-12 years). With to school in a week and a half and show 7 days of participatory projects, workshops, JOHNNO BOYLE O’CONNOR how free exhibitions and school engagement, and brave she really was. Best actress at Ballymun is the place to be. To fi nd out the Dublin Fringe Festival 2013, Genevieve more about what the Ballymun Festival Hulme-Beaman, returns to axis with the Steering Committee and the Festival Youth incredible ‘Pondling’. A story of LOVE, Committee have planned this year (or to get beauty, chicken-chasing, daisy chains, cat- involved behind killing, French singing, dress-wearing, en- the scenes) suite bathrooms and the day at the pond. contact Emma Ballymun Festival ‘A heart of comedic darkness that owes on (01) 883 2136. Steering Committee a debt to Pat McCabe... it’s terrifi c and terrifying’ GALLERY FILM YOU’RE NEVER The Pictures: FULLY DRESSED THE HELP LiFT Youth Arts Festival Dates: 28th Apr >>> Time: 2.30pm Exhibition Tickets: €2 Members / €4 Non-Members / Membership: €3 >>> By: Dublin City Council Dates: Apr >>> By: Ballymun Arts Offi ce and axis in association with Festival Steering Committee access>Cinema and Ballymun Library This year’s ‘LiFT’ exhibition entitled ‘The Pictures’ is a monthly fi lm club for over ‘You’re Never Fully Dressed’ will 55’s that screens in our 211 seater theatre on be on display in axis gallery during the last Monday of each month. This month we the month of April. Using the continue our ‘Book to Screen’ screenings with an medium of photography, a group adaptation of author Kathryn Stockett’s novel of young people supported by a ‘The Help’. We are partnering with Ballymun professional artist will explore Library who are making copies available to our what creativity really means to members to borrow the month before the fi lm to young people from Ballymun. read. Those observations and discussions will be brought to life through a A 1960s-era Mississippi debutante sends her series of new photographs. This community into an uproar by conducting a refreshing exhibition will be the end series of probing interviews with the black result of a three month process of servants behind some of her community’s most engagement. prominent families. Nominated for ‘Best Picture’.

16 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun Event Guide >>>> February – May 17 THEATRE

BEALTAINE EXHIBITION LAUNCH Dates: 1st May >>> Time: 2pm GALLERY Tickets: Free >>> By: axis

Bealtaine celebrates creativity as we age. This year’s celebration in axis will include a group show 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 death, despair and salvation are regular consideration contact Niamh BRIGHTON Dates: 7th – 9th May >>> Time: 8pm themes in the Waterford born playwright’s Fitzpatrick on (01) 883 2123. Tickets: €15/12 >>> By: Heads on Stage work. So too is the inherent yearning for survival in the human spirit. Jim Nolan’s play tells the story of a feisty Irish The poignant, bittersweet, hilarious and woman, a recently disabled English actor and moving struggle towards redemption is again a young care assistant, whose paths first cross at the core of ‘Brighton’. in a London nursing home and later reach an emotional climax in a Brighton hospital. ‘Heads on Stage’ are extremely proud to be the first amateur group to be given permission Dark humour and razor sharp dialogue are to stage this fabulous play. EMBARRASSING common features of Nolan’s writing. Illness, MOTHER Dates: 2nd May Time: 8pm >>> Tickets: €15/12 ANGELS IN THE PARK By: Maxine Jones Dates: 12th – 16th May THEATRE Time: 1pm (12th -15th May) & 8pm (16th Maxine’s three sons are horrifi ed May) >>> Tickets: €10 (incl. soup & when she starts stand-up. She sandwiches for 1pm performances) is forced to lie. They think she’s By: Shiva Productions in Lidl. Maxine left London for Dublin in 1990, married Who knows why angels appear? Why, in an Irishman, became the fi rst seemingly ordinary moments, a thread in divorceé, reared three rowdy the fabric of life is pulled and all unravels sons and discovered how to reveal deep truths no-one imagined ever COMEDY English she was. existed? Deep truths change lives forever. Maxine has featured on Seeing is believing. DINNER THEATRE BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Catch ‘Angels in the Park’, Shiva AVAILABLE Hour and RTE’s Arena. Productions’ series of ten minute plays, €25p/p ‘Embarrassing Mother’ has by new and established writers, including played to full houses in Dublin Peter Sheridan. A huge hit at the and Edinburgh. Arts Festival 2013, ‘Angels in the Park’ is a “Outstandingly funny”, performance not to be missed. entertainment.ie Suitable: 12+

18 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun Event Guide >>>> February – May 19 POSTSCRIPT Dates: 20th & 21st May Time: 8pm >>> Tickets: €15/12 By: Bigger Picture Projects

A poignant and humorous account of a woman turned detective on a mission to reveal the truth. “From a very early age I was told I was adopted. In fairness I think my parents had no choice but to tell me, what with me being redheaded with pale skin in a family with dark skin and dark hair – this made it pretty obvious that something wasn’t right. While I loved being able to say I was adopted when I was a child (because it made me feel exotic), I also learned that it was a word that was used by adults with a dropped voice. ‘Bad blood will out’ was a phrase that was often thrown around in conversation in relation to adopted children MUSIC in 70’s and 80’s Ireland.” THEATRE “A gentle, sad, funny delight”. Sunday Independent The Home Sessions: SHARON SHANNON Artist in Residence: RESIDENCY Dates: 22nd May >>> Time: 8pm SHANE GILLEN Tickets: €15 >>> By: MPI Bands

Shane Gillen works primarily as a magician, Sharon Shannon has music at her specifically performing in the areas of fingertips… literally! The accordionist mentalism and ‘sleight of the mind’ in both his from Co. Clare has achieved legendary stage shows and close-up work. He has been status throughout the world and performing professionally for six years and has has made the much maligned enjoyed bringing his style of magic to people accordion ‘cool’. She is renowned for of all walks of life, from the rich and famous to her collaborations, not just in Irish the poorest of the poor, abroad and at home. traditional music, but through all Magic is a language that speaks to many, musical genres. and Shane is looking forward to exploring that Sharon has collaborated, toured and idea further with people in Ballymun and the recorded with Bono and Adam from surrounding community. Shane will be an , Steve Earle, Jackson Browne, Artist in Residence in axis in 2014. Nigel Kennedy, Willie Nelson, John “...one of Ireland’s most amazing Prine, and Christy Moore. She has magicians...” - The Dubliner performed for U.S. Presidents Clinton and Obama, entertained Irish “He is very, very good at playing with Presidents Robinson and McAleese, unsuspecting minds” - The Irish Times and most recently Michael D. Higgins. “...a tantalising slice of real magic...” As a musical icon for over 20 years she - Hot Press has enjoyed worldwide airplay with the song, don’t miss this chance to see a musical legend in axis!

20 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun Event Guide >>>> February – May 21 THE JUNGLE BOOK Dates: 24th May >>> Time: 2.30pm ALBERT LEE MUSIC Tickets: €10/€8 (see coupons for family & HOGAN’S HEROES ticket offer) >>> By: Indigo Moon Theatre Dates: 27th May >>> Time: 8pm Tickets: €20 >>> By: Heroic Records You may think you know ‘The Jungle Book’, but Indigo Moon Theatre brings you a Albert Lee, by common consent, is one surprisingly good story inspired by the poetry of the world’s finest guitar players. He & spirit of Rudyard Kipling’s original book. has worked with some of the world’s top Fearless and free, Mowgli the ‘man-cub,’ fi nds artists such as Emmylou Harris, the Everly fun and friendship as he learns to live by the Brothers, Dolly Parton and Eric Clapton. Law of the Jungle. Albert is a double Grammy award winning Mowgli’s wild adventures in the dangerous musician, whose talents continue to be in world he inhabits are brought to life with demand by fellow performers throughout the inventive shadow theatre, powerful original world. music and colourful digital projections. Hogan’s Heroes features some of the top A contemporary tale: it offers us musicians in the UK and are now considered wisdom in our eternal quest for to be one of the best country rock bands in love, identity and belonging. FAMILY the world. Suitable: 4+ A great and unique night out for country and guitar music fans. 50 mins

The Pictures: FILM BEALTAINE FILM END OF TERM Dates: 26th May >>> Time: 2.30pm THEATRE Tickets: Free (As part of Bealtaine BY NOEL KELLY Festival) >>> By: Dublin City Council Dates: 30th & 31st May >>> Time: 8pm Arts Offi ce and axis in association with Tickets: €15/12 >>> By: Stagemad access>Cinema Theatre Company

‘The Pictures’ is more than just a fi lm An empty nest syndrome threatens a club; it has become a great social network marriage. Maura and Michael attempt to for the over 55’s in Ballymun and the reconcile past events, with the prospect surrounding areas. ‘The Pictures’, takes of an uncertain future. Have you place in our 211-seater theatre, so you ever asked yourself is that all can enjoy the big screen in comfort. there is to life? If so, don’t miss This month’s screening is as part of the this thought provoking play ‘Bealtaine Festival’ and will be announced by the award winning in early April. This one is FREE so why Stagemad Theatre not bring a friend along and let them Company. enjoy your fantastic local fi lm club? “A little gem” John Hartery

22 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun Event Guide >>>> February – May 23 CLASSES

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TUESDAY 5 – 8 years 3.30pm – 4.45pm €36 for 6 week term ART Sibling & advance payment 9 – 12 years 5pm – 6.15pm discounts available TUESDAY 5 – 8 years 5pm – 6.15pm €36 for 6 week term DRAMA Sibling & advance payment 9 – 12 years 3.30pm – 4.45pm discounts available

GUITAR TUESDAY From 6 years to Adults From 2.30pm From €16 per class & THURSDAY Guitar with Andy Barron Book: 085 780 5356 ART & DRAMA CLASSES PIANO, FLUTE THURSDAY From 6 years to Adults From 2.30pm From €18 per class LIMITED PLACES Classes with Helen Redwood AVAILABLE & RECORDER Book: 085 728 3823 Sign up now to avoid disappointment. FRIDAY From 6 years to Adults From 2.30pm From €16 per class DRUMS Drums with Shay Lally Book: 087 299 5666 MUSIC CLASSES

THURSDAY 4 – 6 years 4pm – 4.30pm €7 per class with Ciara Regan Registration is ongoing BALLET 7 – 9 years 4.30pm – 5.15pm throughout the term. All students required to 10+ 5.15pm – 6pm pay one week in advance to guarantee your place. IRISH DANCING MON & WED 3 – 20 years 4.30pm – 7.30pm €7 per class with Beldance

MORE INFORMATION AEROBICS & WEDNESDAY Over 50’s 2.30pm – 3.30pm €3 per class with Active Living LINE DANCING & FRIDAY 11am – 12.30pm To register for any of the above or for more informa- tion, please contact axis’ FRIDAY 5 – 18 years 4pm – 7pm €6 per class with Two Red Shoes reception on MUSICAL THEATRE (01) 883 2100

24 www.axis-ballymun.ie >>>> (01) 883 2100 >>>> /axisballymun Event Guide >>>> February – May 25 axis facilities BEHIND THE GLASS DOORS Underground Recording Studio

Crêche axis recording studio uses the industry standard Pro-Tools The axis crèche offers a home recording system. Digital form home environment in a technology in our intimate safe and friendly atmosphere. studio allows us to create The crèche consists of three age highly produced recordings for groupings – baby, toddler and very competitive prices. Free pre-school. From 3 months to 5 consultations available. Artist’s Studio years we currently facilitate up to 45 children. SPECIAL OFFER Our newly refurbished studio is For more information on the Underground ➜ 2 hours studio time available for hire at competitive crèche contact Martina Devey on Rehearsals (including 30 min rates for professional artists, (01) 883 2165 or email martina. consultation) groups and beginners. This [email protected] axis 2 rehearsal rooms are ➜ 2 CDs of your song multi-functional space is equipped with: equipped with a printing press, ➜ ALL FOR ONLY €80! lockable storage units and an ➜ Full P.A. plus two mics, Apple Multimedia suite. stands & leads ➜ Guitar & bass amps The space can cater for up to 20 ➜ Drum-kit (Cymbals / hi-hat people and is available for both clutch not included) short and long term hire. For more information contact REHEARSAL ROOM RATES Niamh Fitzpatrick on (01) 883 2123 ➜ €10 per hr Individual deals & quotes on request INTERESTED? Contact Seán McCormack on (01) 883 2102 or [email protected] Get social with us for all the best special offers and news: facebook.com/axisunderground

Dance Studio Conference Centre/Meeting The following can be provided on request: axis houses a beautiful 91.5 ➜ Laptop ➜ Data sq m dance studio complete & Training Rooms ➜ Projector ➜ TV with wooden floors and a full These state of the art conference ➜ Flipcharts ➜ Sound Equipment length mirrored wall. This spaces offer low cost meeting facilities space currently houses both Full catering service and wifi also available. for a range of groups, individuals and professional and amateur events. The rooms consist of a board axis 211 seater theatre is also available groups. It is available for hire room, a meeting room and a large for hire and we have facilitated a range of at very reasonable rates. conference space. We can also open national and international conferences in For more information contact these spaces up for you to fit much larger the past. Anita Purdy on (01) 883 2114 groups and events.

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axis is a glass and blue tile-fronted building. It is directly across the road from the Ballymun Shopping Main Street Centre, located between the Civic Offi ces and the Ballymun hotel facing out on to the Ballymun Plaza area. Dublin 9 Travel to us by bus on routes 4, 13, 17A, 46X, 58X, 103, 104 & 220. For more bus route and timetable Tel: +353 1 883 2100 information please call Dublin Bus on Fax: +353 1 883 2101 (01) 873 4222 or log on to www.dublinbus.ie www.axis-ballymun.ie [email protected] Travelling to us by car - Get detailed directions /axisballymun to axis and to the complimentary underground car park for events on www.axis-ballymun.ie or call /axisballymun (01) 883 2100 and our staff will be happy to direct you. /axisballymun

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