A bent knee at a vaguely familiar stranger Another known face driving a taxi, An accent switch when new friends appear - only to be switched once more when
How much does a bull weigh? What’s the difference between a heron and a flamingo? How do you make friends at school? Why are children important? What does the rain
Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to
Born in the Bay of Naples and named after a siren of the sea from Greek mythology, 18-year-old Parthenope (an enthralling performance by Celeste Dalla Porta) is fully aware of
Presented by Ouch Productions, Colm O’Grady The Lonesome Boatman follows the incredible adventures of Buttons, a corrupt local politician who gets into his bath and sails away on the rising
Filmmaker Sinéad O’Shea (Pray for our Sinners) brings us author, playwright and socialite Edna O’Brien, as she reflects upon her life and career with astounding candidacy. Defying Ireland’s patriarchal, religious constraints
Kildare Readers' Festival are delighted to welcome Rick O’Shea and Hazel Gaynor as our two guests for the ever popular Ten Books. Rick O’Shea, radio presenter, writer and chair of
Join us for a fly on the wall glimpse into the world of the Irish political landscape during the Rainbow Coalition of 1994 -1997. Shane Kenny, press secretary of The
Join us for a conversation between Sam Blake and debut authors Roisín O’Donnell (Nesting) and Brendan MacEvilly (Deep Burn). This event presents an exciting opportunity to hear from two rising
Join us for a captivating dive into Ireland’s rich and rebellious brewing past with beer historian, blogger, and podcaster Dr Christina Wade, as she discusses her acclaimed new book, Filthy Queens: A
Former State Pathologist, Dr Marie Cassidy joins bestselling crime writers Catherine Ryan Howard and Andrea Mara to explore how forensic and criminal investigations are portrayed in fiction – and how
Our Festival Sunday begins with author Dermot Bolger conducting his traditional public conversation with two guests, author Eoin McNamee and musician Keith Donald, whose recent books – a novel and
Kildare Readers' Festival 2025 concludes with acclaimed novelist, short story writer, playwright and Associate Professor in the English Department at Maynooth University, Belinda McKeon interviewing the newly appointed Writer-in-Residence for
Introverted 16-year-old Lucia (Jara Sofija Ostan) joins her Catholic school's all-girls choir, where she befriends Ana-Maria (Mina Švajger), a popular and flirty third-year student. But when the choir travels to
An introduction to different parkour, movement and acrobatics activities led in a fun and accessible way by team members Louise-Anne Wong and Alessio Motta of circus and dance collective Kundle
There we are. A dot, suspended in the universe. Everything that ever was or is, all on one blue dot. Welcome to the wordless world of DOTS, where we explore
Join artist Fiyin Oluokun, whose exhibition Family Trees hang over Property Lines currently hangs in our McKenna Gallery, for a hands-on collage workshop. Participants will be invited to flip through newspapers
Blame Game explores the dirty politics of scapegoating. Sometimes we're feeling a pressure cooker of emotions and we need to let off steam. But what happens when that involves unfairly
Join us for a playful, hands-on workshop for children and their adults inspired by TADA! Kids’ Own Publishing’s archival exhibition, in our Children’s Gallery until Saturday 1 November, celebrating 28
...or whatever drink tickles your tits til Friday, be it wh*res on Coors, troubles on bubbles, frisky on whiskey, or zero craic on zero alcohol. Naughty Norma is newly divorced,
In a desperate attempt to help his 80-year-old father Lars out of his funk and regain his zest for life, Swedish TV presenter/filmmaker Filip Hammar takes him on a surprise
The Odd Theatre Company is delighted to present Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s luminous rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar. Telling the story of the final week of Jesus’ life,
The Odd Theatre Company is delighted to present Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s luminous rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar. Telling the story of the final week of Jesus’ life,
This autumn we will be running an online book club, hosted by LIVE Network Co-ordinator Dani Gill. Dani will lead discussions on books voted for by participants, with a special, meet
The Odd Theatre Company is delighted to present Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s luminous rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar. Telling the story of the final week of Jesus’ life,
‘Spectacular performance…. a thoroughly immersive experience’ - Meath Chronicle on Sightless Cinema Following a successful debut outing at the Riverbank in 2024, Sightless Cinema return with their new show. Dog’s Life is a programme of immersive surround sound
During this hands-on workshop, participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of crochet, including how to make basic stitches, read a simple crochet pattern, and use these skills to create
Witness the passionate drive of the GAA fused with dance, disco and comedy in HAM SANDWICHES AND DISCIPLINE. From mammies’ sideline screaming, batty umpires, manic pundits, Tayto eating in Croke
Join us for a spooktacular Wet Felt Making Workshop just for kids! This hands-on session will guide little crafters through the magical process of making their very own finger puppet
This stop-motion animated feature follows the story of Victor, a young man who is whisked away to the underworld and wed to a mysterious Corpse Bride, while his real fiancée
Join Inni-K (Eithne Ní Chatháin) for an engaging singing workshop, where she will teach both a traditional sean-nós song and one of her own compositions from her new album, which
Join Inni-K and her band in celebrating the release of her fourth studio album, Still A Day - a powerful new collection of original songs that marks a confident evolution
Celebrating 15 Years of Emerging Visual Art in County Kildare This landmark exhibition marks fifteen years of the Emerging Visual Artist Solo Exhibition Bursary Award, a partnership between Kildare County
Following a three month affair between two anonymous men, Boyfriends charts the ups and downs and roundabouts of a modern situationship. As they swing through four million one hundred and ninety
Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge is the Kildare Partner of Fighting Words. We present creative writing workshops for primary and secondary schools. Fighting Words workshops are always free of charge to
While dealing with the recent death of her estranged mother, Siobhan - who goes by ‘Shoo’ - is offered a new job as a live-in carer for a frail older
"We have this one an’ only chance. An’ in all the kingdom of Ireland aren’t we – us women – aren’t we damned lucky to be getting out of it?” Set in
"We have this one an’ only chance. An’ in all the kingdom of Ireland aren’t we – us women – aren’t we damned lucky to be getting out of it?” Set in
You’re invited to the picnic! Welcome to the Comic Picnic is a colourful and playful comic exhibition serving up a feast of fun. This exhibition invites you to sprawl out
Caprita-ta! is a new live music interactive performance for children from Junior Infants to First Class. It is part of GlobeTots, an initiative led by Kasia Eliasz that creates performances exploring
Two of Ireland’s most captivating contemporary folk artists, Caoimhín O'Raghallaigh and Seán Mac Erlaine, come to Riverbank as they release their new duo album Old Segotia. This will be an
Pututu is a new live music performance for children aged 4–7. It is part of GlobeTots - an initiative led by Kasia Eliasz that creates performances exploring different cultures through live
Smash hit Irish comedian, best-selling author, podcast host and viral online star Emma Doran hits the road once again taking her brand-new stand-up show Emmaculate across the UK and Ireland
Sit down, not for long though! Open your listening ears, your seeing eyes and get ready to enter a world where a wicked fairy and a giant come to life
Sit down, not for long though! Open your listening ears, your seeing eyes and get ready to enter a world where a wicked fairy and a giant come to life
