September 16 @ 9:30 am - November 2 @ 5:30 pm IST

From The Forest to The Ocean, a multidisciplinary exhibition with artists Mary Moynihan and Hina Khan at Rathfarnham Castle, Dublin featuring Visual Art, Photography, Poetry and Film

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Rathfarnham Castle
From The Forest to The Ocean is a powerful, new multidisciplinary exhibition at Rathfarnham Castle, Dublin, D14K3T6, with artists Mary Moynihan and Hina Khan. The exhibition is a stunning collection of visual art, photography, poetry and film inspired by physical landscapes and the interconnectedness of life from forests to the ocean.
September 16 @ 11:00 am - October 25 @ 4:00 pm IST

The Art of Changemakers Multidisciplinary Exhibition with artists Mary Moynihan and Aisha Hamdulay at dlr Mill Theatre, Dundrum

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DLR Mill Theatre
The Art of Changemakers Multidisciplinary Exhibition with artists Mary Moynihan and Aisha Hamdulay features photography, poetry, and storytelling and is a visual and poetical reflection on the stories of Human Rights Defenders today. The Art of Changemakers highlights the stories of the five inspirational Human Rights Defenders honoured in 2025 with the Front Line Defenders Annual Award for Human Rights Defenders at Risk
October 3 @ 11:00 am - November 23 @ 6:00 pm IST

Go Ye Afar – new film by multidisciplinary artist Frank Sweeney at Temple Bar Gallery + Studios

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Temple Bar Gallery + Studios
Go Ye Afar is a new film on display at Temple Bar Galleries + Studios presented by multidisciplinary artist Frank Sweeney. The film brings attention to the ways broadcast media has been instrumentalised to impose or restrict certain viewpoints, often in relation to state ideologies such as religion and cultural identity.
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The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan, live performances at The Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham and the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Sandycove

Event Category:
St Enda’s Park
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan is a live multidisciplinary performance reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature – featuring theatre, poetry and movement.
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The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan, live performances at The Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham and the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Sandycove

Event Category:
St Enda’s Park
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan is a live multidisciplinary performance reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature – featuring theatre, poetry and movement.
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Boyfriends – theatre performance presented by Lemon Soap Productions

Lime Tree Theatre | Belltable
Boyfriends is a theatre performance following a three-month affair between two anonymous men. Boyfriends, charts the ups and downs and roundabouts of a modern ‘situationship’. This production is presented as part of the LASTA festival, a unique, youth-led national arts festival with programmes created by young curators chosen through a competitive annual open call.
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The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan, live performances at The Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham and the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Sandycove

Event Category:
St Enda’s Park
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan is a live multidisciplinary performance reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature – featuring theatre, poetry and movement.
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The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan, live performances at The Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham and the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Sandycove

Event Category:
St Enda’s Park
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan is a live multidisciplinary performance reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature – featuring theatre, poetry and movement.
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Five Books That Could Save Your Life – panel discussion highlighting tactics and risks associated with coercive control

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The Atrium, Department of Justice
Domestic Abuse experts from Haven Horizons, Belfast and Lisburn Women’s Aid, and Reclaim the Agenda examine the destructive impact of coercive control and discuss ‘Five Books That Could Save Your Life’ with Sarah Harte, Irish Examiner columnist.
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Language Explorers – Make it and Play! Creative Multilingual workshop for families with children 3 to 6 years old

Event Category:
Hill Street Family Resource Centre
Mother Tongues’ Language Explorer workshops provide a unique creative experience for parents and their children based on storytelling, play, visual arts and music. While the workshops will be guided in English, we encourage families to embrace their home languages. This workshop focuses on the crafting of vintage toys with multidisciplinary artist Fernanda Ferrari. Unleash creativity using simple everyday materials, make friends from all over the world, and create a special bond with your child through the magic of art-making.
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Seo Chugainn na Mná – Live Stage Performances in Irish of The Woman is Present: Women’s Stories of World War II translated by Áine Ní Ghlinn

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30 Sandycove Road
Seo Chugainn na Mná is a creative reimagining of moments from the lives of women during WWII recalling stories of bravery, sacrifice and love amidst the horror of war, as women stood up against Fascism and totalitarianism and refused to accept oppression.
Get Tickets €10.00 – €15.00
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Human Rights Open Mic – An evening of live poetry and music on themes of human rights, social justice and solidarity

Event Category:
Curve Ball
Open mic night is an evening featuring live poetry and music relating to themes of social issues, human rights, social justice, and solidarity. The evening features special guests presenting curated poetry and music and is open to anyone who would like to sign up to perform.
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The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan, live performances at The Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham and the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Sandycove

Event Category:
St Enda’s Park
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan is a live multidisciplinary performance reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature – featuring theatre, poetry and movement.
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The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan, live performances at The Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham and the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Sandycove

Event Category:
St Enda’s Park
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan is a live multidisciplinary performance reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature – featuring theatre, poetry and movement.
Get Tickets €10.00 – €15.00
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Irish in Resistance During World War II – Evening of Storytelling, Poetry and Chat

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30 Sandycove Road
Join us for an evening of artist talks, poetry readings, storytelling and audience chat as we explore the stories that feature in the Irish in Resistance During World War II exhibition - stories of Irish people in resistance during the Holocaust and World War II who stood up against fascism and totalitarianism, and spoke out for the rights of others.
€10.00 – €15.00
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Seo Chugainn na Mná – Live Stage Performances in Irish of The Woman is Present: Women’s Stories of World War II translated by Áine Ní Ghlinn

Event Category:
30 Sandycove Road
Book Your Place Artists Áine Ní Ghlinn, translator Rob Harrington, director Bláthnaid Daly, actor Evanne Kilgallon, actor Féilim James, writer Freda Manweiler, Producer and Company Manager, Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality Ciara Hayes, Producer, Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality   Full Event Details Smashing Times International Centre […]
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Crafting Stories Together – Creative Multilingual workshops for families with children 3 to 6 years old

Event Category:
Rua Red, South Dublin Arts Centre
Mother Tongues’ Language Explorer workshops provide a unique creative experience for parents and their children based on storytelling, play, visual arts and music. While the workshops will be guided in English, we encourage families to embrace their home languages.
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Songs of Empowerment Workshop presented by Fighting Words for teenagers aged 13-17

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Fighting Words
Songs of Empowerment is a workshop conducted by Colm Quearney, a workshop facilitator and Development and Outreach Officer with Fighting Words. At this workshop, participants have the opportunity to look at the history of songs that empower and will draw on these themes to create their own songs relevant to today’s generation.
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The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan, live performances at The Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham and the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Sandycove

Event Category:
St Enda’s Park
Book Your Place Artists Mary Moynihan, writer, poet, creator of art and photography, Artistic Director, Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Arts Curator for the annual International Irish Arts and Human Rights festival Carla Ryan, Actor Freda Manweiler, Company Manager and Producer, Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality Ciara […]
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Language Explorers – Out of this world Workshops for parents and their children ages 3 to 6

Event Category:
Clondalkin Library
Language Explorer – Out of This World Workshops are a series of workshops designed for curious young explorers, presented by visual artist Paola Invernizzi. The sessions provide a unique creative experience for parents and their children based on storytelling, play, visual arts and music. Language Explorers is Mother Tongues’ award-winning programme, designed for children aged 3 to 6 and their families.

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The Journey – live performance presented by Clondalkin Tower Drama Group

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30 Sandycove Road
The Journey is a powerful and emotionally charged play exploring themes of migration, survival, betrayal, and resilience presented by Clondalkin Tower Drama Group at the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality at 30 Sandycove Road, Dublin on 18 October from 3 to 4pm.
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Interview with Lana Estemirova on her book ‘Please Live: The Chechen Wars, My Mother and Me’

Event Category:
Pearse Centre
A live interview presented by Front Line Defenders on the life and work of Human Rights Defenders Natalia Estemirova, featuring her daughter Lana Estemirova, presenter of the Trouble with the Truth podcast, and working for the Justice for Journalists Foundation.
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The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan, live performances at The Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham and the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Sandycove

Event Category:
30 Sandycove Road
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan is a live multidisciplinary performance reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature – featuring theatre, poetry and movement.
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The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan, live performances at The Pearse Museum, Rathfarnham and the Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, Sandycove

Event Category:
30 Sandycove Road
The Art of Trees by Mary Moynihan is a live multidisciplinary performance reflecting on trees and forests, the importance of biodiversity and our connections to nature – featuring theatre, poetry and movement.
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Crafting Stories Together – Creative Multilingual workshops for families with children 3 to 6 years old

Event Category:
Rua Red, South Dublin Arts Centre
Mother Tongues’ Language Explorer workshops provide a unique creative experience for parents and their children based on storytelling, play, visual arts and music. While the workshops will be guided in English, we encourage families to embrace their home languages.