LollipopsCHILDREN’s FESTIVAL

Roscommon Arts Centre

www.roscommonartscentre.ie Box Office: 090 662 5824

Programme of Events OctOBER 2015

Anna will be on hand for another mask-making workshop, where artistic flare and imaginations are encouraged to run free. So if you’re planning on being a goblin, a witch a super-hero or a sparkly princess – you’ll still need a “killer” headpiece to set off your outfit!

Working with professional musicians, Simply Music’s fun workshops blend interactive technology with performance as children learn about instruments and music making.

Roscommon Arts Office has a selection of publications for teachers and this October, we’re launching our Teachers Resource library. You’re invited to visit our reading area, browse the publications and avail of our free rental scheme. From plays to books on movement and dance, to writing prompts and musical instruments, we’ve unearthed some wonderful books to inspire you! Pre-school/Montessori teachers also welcome.

TUESDAY 27TH OCTOBER | 2pm | €5 per child | Ages: 5+

Book to come to see the family performance of “Shh! We Have a Plan” and be in with a chance to win a place at this very free pre-show workshop. This interactive workshop is movement based and designed to encourage fun, play and creativity while looking at how a story can be told using music, physical theatre and a little magic!

TUESDAY 20TH OCTOBER | 3.30pm – 4.30pm | Ages 6 - 8

HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT OUR NEW RESOURCE LIBRARY?

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Halloween Faces

MUSIC WORKSHOPS

SOLD OUT

With Anna Spearman

SOLD OUTMe, Michael explores the magic and intelligence of an imaginative child growing up without a father in 1930’s Donegal. By sharing his story Michael finds new strength in dealing with prejudice.

Wednesday 7th October | Ages 10 – 12

Me, Michael Tara McKevitt

ABBEY THEATRE Priming the Canon

For more information on any of the Lollipops Events or to book tickets contact

Roscommon Arts Centre Box office Tel: 09066 25824www.roscommonartscentre.ie

Shh!

Tom is renowned for creating large installation pieces for Macnas parades, festivals and community projects. This workshop allows participants to create their very own large paper lanterns, which are designed to hold a small light, making them a great accessory for any Halloween costume or party!

SATURDAY 10TH OCTOBER | 11am – 1pm & 2pm – 4pm €15 includes materials | Ages 10+

• Lollipops WORKSHOPS •

LANTERN MAKING WORKSHOP

Photographer Cait Fahey

Part of the Abbey Theatre’s Community and Education Programme.

Tom Meskell

HANDS ON FOR FUN

CALLING ALL TEACHERS...

Snow Child

Paper Bubbles

It’s Lollipops time once again at Roscommon Arts Centre and we’ve planned a host of events both at the arts centre and in schools throughout the month of October that we hope you will join us for!

The creatures of Whistleberry Forest have discovered a little oak tree growing deep in the woods. However, there are no birds singing, no leaves rustling, and no animals scurrying around its trunk. This delightful musical takes children and adults on an adventure through the forest where they explore instruments, sing, dance and help Oran the owl, Sorley the snail and Faolán the frog bring a little oak tree to life.

Based on the Chris Haughton book of the same title, this delightful tale follows madcap characters each of whom has a plan, they all want to capture a beautiful bird perched high in a tree! Prepare to be enchanted and amazed by this unique and engaging production featuring Magic, Music, Puppetry and lots lots more!” Created and Directed by Paul Bosco Mc Eneaney. Music by Garth McConaghie

Join us for a special school’s edition of “Mote Park, a Time and a Place” Pre-booking essential.

To co-incide with the Lollipops Festival, artists Rhona Byrne and Vanessa Donoso López, Nollaig Molloy and Breda Coyne are working with students from Roscommon primary school’s Gaelscoil de hIde and Scoil Mhuire to create an installation which will transform the gallery.

EXHIBITION RUNS FROM OCTOBER 16TH UNTIL NOVEMBER 17TH IN THE ARTS CENTRE GALLERY

Saturday 3rd October | €52pm Show: Ages 2 – 4 | 3.30pm Show: Ages 4 – 6

WEDNESDAY 21st OCTOBER | 11.30am & 5pm €5/Family of Four €16 | Ages 4 - 8

TUESDAY 3rd NOVEMBER | 10am & 11.30am Admission is Free Ages 9 - 12

Lollipops CHILDREN’s FESTIVAL

The Qu ie t Tree Ceol Connec t ed

BAKE!It’s Prince Fredrik’s 9th birthday, but who will bake the royal birthday cake? In the kitchen of the Queen’s palace, young apprentice baker Madeleine attempts to prove herself to her Father.

Bake invites you into the action at the royal palace. ....be warned, things could get messy.

THURSDAY 8th OCTOBER | 10am & 11.30am | €5 | Ages 4 – 6

Roger is a musician with two loves: his trumpet and playing with bubbles – if only he could get his trumpet to play bubbles! One night in a dream, Roger meets a mischievous fairy from a land of bubbles, who tries to help Roger in this enchanting story. A dynamic and magical performance combining dance, music, projection, and a lot of bubbles....bubbles of all kind: paper, soap, digital, balloon and shadow bubbles.

WEDNESDAY 28th OCTOBER | 5pm €5 | Ages 3 – 10

As the snow falls, a magical snow child appears to a lonely couple, bringing joy and laughter to the whole village. But as the seasons turn, will the Snow Child and her parents find their “happily ever after”? With music, movement and enchanting storytelling come meet the magical Snow Child.

FRIDAY 23rd OCTOBER | 10am & 12pm | €5 | Ages 3 – 7

Mote Park, A Time and A Place

ART SCHOOL• Lollipops OPENING PERFORMANCE •

You’re invited!Join us at our festival opening on Saturday 3rd October when there’ll be

balloon modelling, face painting, cup cake decorating and lots of arts and

crafts when the fun kicks off at 1.30pm in the foyer. There’s also a fantastic

show for young audiences that day, so be sure to pop your heads in the

door and join in the lollipops fun! Shh! we havE a plan

With so many great shows on offer, why not take advantage of the great discounts on offer with our Golden Ticket for family shows. It works like this....Book 2 of the following shows for just €8 per person or book all 3 shows for just €10 per person - The Quiet Tree, Shh!, Paper Bubbles. *Note discounts only apply to certain performance times*.

Join us for the SHH! Workshop... See details overleaf