Empower Her – A Limited Edition Book and Exhibition by Linda Hanlon
A Celebration of Extraordinary Women of Ireland A Limited Edition Book and An Exhibition by Linda Hanlon Linda Hanlon, a retired psychotherapist turned photographer, is set to unveil her debut project Empower Her – a collection of photography portraits in a ground-breaking limited edition book and exhibition that captures the essence of female empowerment in modern […]
The Volunteers Behind the Festival’s Success
The heroes behind The Five Lamps Arts Festival This year The Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024 welcomed over 50 volunteers so far, from more than 20 different nationalities, each contributing in diverse roles. Thanks to these true heroes, the Festival blossoms into something better and bigger with each passing year. Their dedication and hard work […]
We’ve Made Headlines! Check the Article and Radio Interviews
The Five Lamps Arts Festival in the Spotlight Exciting News! HotPress Magazine spotlighted The Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024 in a compelling article, highlighting the variety of events on display! Featuring a program where diversity and inclusivity shine just as brightly as the artists themselves. Explore the Festival’s diverse 2024 Programme, for all ages and […]
MONOGRAPH PHOTO EXHIBITION celebrates Dublin’s North Inner City
MONOGRAPH is a collection of photographs celebrating the story of Dublin’s North Inner City’s people, places, and rich cultural heritage. The exhibition is a visual journey through the lens of Kevin Newcomen, a dedicated volunteer turned amateur photographer, as he presents his inaugural exhibition capturing the essence of the Five Lamps Arts Festival. Join us […]
Mud Island Community Garden Family Friendly Day
Mud Island Community Garden Family Friendly Day On April 20th (Saturday), Mud Island Community Garden is set to welcome families for a lineup of Live Music, Circus acts, engaging Children’s Workshops, wrapping up The Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024. Activities are scheduled to take place from 11am – 6pm. Agenda TA TUM TUM!11:30am and 12:45pmAn immersive samba drums interactive […]
Go With the Flow + Soapbox: two inclusive Events on April 13, at The Dean Art Studios
Two Inclusive Events on April 13 at The Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024 Kicking off the evening on April 13th, from 6pm, at The Dean Arts Studio, “Go with the flow” – a cultural experience to unite lovers of the sacred element in a fun afternoon-evening with music, painting, clothing and sculptures. The event will feature […]
Ceol na Cathrach – Music of the City: the best Irish traditional music at the Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024
Warm up for the Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024 Ceol na Cathrach (Music of the City) is a bilingual series of 4 gigs featuring traditional music and songs that celebrates the great talent of musicians in the city. The gigs will take place at Annesley House every Wednesday, from March 20th – April 10th, in the […]
BIG LOVE presents an immersive alternative rock Studio Session night at The Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024
On April 12th, an unforgettable music session at the iconic Windmill Lane Studios BIG LOVE, an alternative rock outfit based in Dublin, presents on April 12th (Friday), at the iconic Windmill Lane Studios an immersive alternative rock Studio Session Night during The Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024. Displaying an eclectic range of songs that plunge to […]
Get jazzed up! QOW TRIO will perform live modern jazz at the Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024
QOW TRIO, masters of modern jazz, are performing live at the Five Lamps Arts Festival 2024! Don’t miss your chance to groove to their smooth tunes and feel the magic of live music! Join us for a night full of fun, rhythm, and art. Dive into a musical journey with QOW TRIO, exploring the depth of […]
Train to Sligo – Songwriting Workshop with Luan Parle
Hop on board the Train to Sligo for an unforgettable day and songwriting workshop with Luan Parle Board the ‘Train to Sligo’ for a masterclass in songwriting with acclaimed hit songwriter Luan Parle. Whether you are new to songwriting, would like a better understanding of how to compose a song, or need that extra little push, this songwriting workshop will […]
The Five Lamps Play – Watch the video
The Lark Theatre was fully packed with The Five Lamps play on two consecutive nights. We spoke to the actor Eoin O’Sullivan and with the audience on February 29th, 2024. Watch the video to see highlights from the first night’s performance. The play is based on a short story by Roddy Doyle, first presented at […]
The Five Lamps Play: RTÉ and Dublin City FM interview author Roddy Doyle and director Joe O’Byrne
Previous slide Next slide Joe O’Byrne, director and writer, talks about his new play THE FIVE LAMPS, an adaptation of a story from the LIFE WITHOUT CHILDREN collection by Roddy Doyle published in 2021. The director spoke to @shannonxkenny on Dublin City FM, about the inspiration and background behind THE FIVE LAMPS. Roddy Doyle had a chat with […]
The Five Lamps – a play by Roddy Doyle
The Five Lamps Arts Festival and Co-Motion Media present the new stage work by Roddy Doyle, first presented at the Five Lamps Arts Festival in April 2023. The show is an adaptation from the Life Without Children collection by Roddy Doyle published in 2021. Adapted and Directed by Joe O’Byrne, and starring Eoin O’Sullivan, the […]
‘Bullied’ kicks off 2024 Theatre calendar: check the review by Brian Merriman
Bullied – Bewley’s Cafe Theatre Review by Brian Merriman ‘Bullied’ is one of the first productions to start the 2024 theatre year, playing in Bewley’s Cafe Theatre. The play was previously staged in collaboration with the Five Lamps Arts Festival. It is a neat piece of theatre, well crafted by writer Michael J Hartnett. Bullying is not […]