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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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 Top-flight horse racing event |
Leopardstown (Leopardstown Race Course) Dublin Ireland +353 01 289 3607 |
One of several events leading up to the coveted Cheltenham Gold Cup, this annual February race is one of the premier events on the calendar at Leopardstown Race Course. The race attracts some of the best trainers and horses from across the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland. Place a wager or just enjoy a day out. Grandstand tickets are GBP16. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Fun for all the family |
Clifton Lane Dublin, Co. Dublin Ireland +353 1 280 0974 http://www.lambertpuppettheatr... |
This long-established festival takes place in Monkstown, Co. Dublin, every September and has proven very popular with children and adults alike. Highlights from recent festivals included a new version of Androcles and the Lion, a futuristic piece from Budapest's Mikkropodium Theatre company, and The King With the Donkey's Ears - a re-working of an Irish legend by the festival's founders, the marvelous Lambert Puppet Theater. The festival also plays host to a number of practical workshops. Check out the festival website for further updates or ring them, as the dates are liable to change, although the festival will take place in mid-September. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic Swim in the Liffey River |
Liffey bridge Dublin, Co. Dublin Ireland |
When this swim began in the 1920's, the Liffey was probably quite pleasant to actually swim in. While the river looks rather gloomy these days, some 400 people still swim annually from Watling Street Bridge to the Custom House. Taking place in August, it's an important commemorative event for the city, and the swimmers involved have already gone through qualifying races to make sure that they are able to go the distance. Supporters usually show they too mean business by dressing up in all manner of fancy dress. A bizarre day out! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Summer music in Dublin's parks |
Various venues Dublin, Co. Dublin Ireland |
Dublin Corporation makes itself more popular during mid-Summer months by putting on free concerts in the city's major parks. Jazz lovers will have to sneak off to the parks in the city centre (Herbert Park, Merrion Square and the Civic Offices Park) during their lunch hour to soak up some tunes, as well as, hopefully, a little sunshine. Other parks in the suburbs, such as St Anne's Park in Raheny, Bushy Park in Terenure and Sandymount Green host brass and swing bands. These performances take place on Sunday afternoons and lunchtime on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the months of June, July and August. All tastes in music are catered for from classical to jazz. The programme includes 13 lunchtime concerts. The Sunday events include performances of classical, jazz and traditional music. The programme also includes Family Days in many parks. 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 |