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 Literary festival in honour of James Joyce |
35 North Great George's Street (James Joyce Centre) Dublin Ireland +353 1 878 8547 http://www.jamesjoyce.ie/ |
The Bloomsday Festival is held annually in mid-June to commemorate James Joyce's seminal novel "Ulysses," the impetus for which took place in Ringsend on June 16th, 1904. The date is marked in Dublin with events throughout the city. The main focus of the day is the James Joyce Centre, a beautifully restored Georgian townhouse which has become a successful research center. Readings, film screenings, concerts, and more take place throughout the week, and there is even a "historic" Irish Breakfast at the center - complete with rashers and a pint of Guinness! Although it helps if you have an interest in things Joycean, don't worry, Bloomsday is for everybody. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Loud Annual New Year Tradition |
Saint Werburgh Street (The Deanery) Dublin Ireland +353 1 677 8099 http://www.cccdub.ie/ |
Every new year's eve, the Christ Church Cathedral Society of Change Ringers work overtime, literally ringing in the New Year with a deafening chorus of the Cathedral's world famous bells. Large crowds usually assemble outside the cathedral, nursing either their favourite yuletide beverage or the early stages of a crippling hangover, while cheering as the bells resonate throughout Dublin. Tours of the cathedral, available throughout the year, allow visitors to see the Ringers in action. Admission is free, but donations to the Cathedral are always welcome. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann |
32 Belgrave Square Monkstown County Dublin Ireland +353 1 280 0295 http://www.comhaltas.com/ |
This place is built especially for the Arts. Promoted by Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann, Clasac promotes everything from Irish music to dance and drama. Clasac uses its influence to bring together people from different nationalities and promotes alliances between different races and communities. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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From Theater to Music |
O'Connell Street Dublin 1 Ireland +353 1 890 925100 |
This historic venue has featured legends like Charles Dickens and many others. After the construction of a balcony, which lead to poor acoustics, the venue relies heavily on audio amplification for its musical concerts and theatre productions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Poetry & Readings |
Foley Street Dublin City Council (Organisers) Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 (0)1 222 7850 http://www.dublinwritersfestiv... |
Organized by the Dublin Corporation Arts Office, the Dublin Writers Festival hosts a wide variety of literary related events around the city each year in mid-June. The festival seeks to celebrate the wealth and diversity of Irish writing, and provides a platform for new and established authors. The atmosphere of the Festival is relaxed and friendly. All events take place within walking distance of each other in the center of the city. If literary Dublin interests you, this festival could be the highlight of your visit. Nothing will acquaint you more with the Irish spirit than its literature. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One World, Many Cultures |
Marine Road Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council (Organisers) Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 (0)1 271 9555 (Organisers) / +353 (0)1 872 1122 (Tickets) http://www.festivalofworldcult... |
This annual festival hits Dublin in August, when folks get to experience an overwhelming sense of unity amid diversity. Traditional art is the medium of cultural expression here, with theatre performances, dance concerts, markets, fairs, exhibitions, circuses and workshops where people can learn a few things about different countries. The festival aims at bringing together communities with vastly different perspectives on life and to educate people about these differences, thus encouraging tolerance and appreciation for them. More than 40,000 people of a united world come to 40 venues during the event, to proudly proclaim their individuality while maintaining harmony with each other. Check the Web site for more details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gaelic speak |
Curved Street Level 2, Filmbase Building Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 1 675 3658 http://www.gaelchultur.com |
This institute promotes the Gaelic language, culture and tradition that have been in place for centuries. Ireland has a rich cultural heritage, its own language and script. The institute offers language courses, dance lessons, music classes, cultural workshops, and a film club. Participants can be from various countries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Loving the Irish |
14-15 Ormond Quay Upper Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 87 990 3775 |
If only two things come to mind when thinking of the Irish (the color green and St.Patrick's Day) then you need to come here. This is a fun way to get to know the culture of Ireland and what better way than taking part in it? So spend 90 minutes learning to play the Bodhran (the traditional Irish drum), the Irish dance and be taught how to draw your own Celtic masterpiece. All three activities are steeped in history and are worth the time and effort spent in getting to know them. So, shed those inhibitions and dive right into it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Temple Bar Cultural Trust |
12 East Essex Street Temple Bar Dublin 2, Ireland Ireland +353 1 677 2255 http:// www.templebar.ie |
This Cultural Quarter Centre in Dublin re-shaped the history of Temple Bar because it inspired it to develop and re-structure itself, thus leading to a project that was guided by an artist-led community. Support has been immense since the time of its reconstruction. The physicality of the location transcends itself into cultural activities, markets and movie festivals, so that you can have a host of things to do on the weekends. Bridging the Irish community together as critics say, The Outside Visual Arts (OVA) started by the Cultural Centre, gives a platform for world class performances and exposure to internationally acclaimed artists. Bands like Metallica have been featured at this centre and for the sound of music, you can attend the Guitar Festival of Ireland that takes place. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Musical airs |
Naul Dublin, Leinster Ireland +353 (0)1 802 0898 http://www.seamusenniscentre.com/ |
Don't follow the Pied Pier for he will trick you with his clever music and lead you away from where you are. Instead, follow the sound of music and you will find yourself at the Seamus Ennis Cultural Centre because it celebrates music in its entirety. Traditional music and culture in Fingal, North County Dublin, will tune your mind to Ireland's rich musical history. Staging a series of events, this centre also hosts the annual 'Scoil Seamus Ennis' held in October. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Bingo at the George Bar |
89 South Gt George's St The George Dublin Ireland +353 (0) 1 478 2983 |
Shirley Temple Bar is one of Dublin's hottest entertainment properties, and Bingo at the George offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy her acerbic wit and lineup of bingo stars. This hyperactive "schoolgirl" with a Eurovision fixation and personal fatwa against Boyzone, has rejuvenated Sunday evenings in the city; and the Bingo slot has become immensely popular. Come early or be prepared to queue. Fun and games start early. Review © 2007, Wcities |