BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Totally Dublin - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Totally Dublin REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Stockholm BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260625T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260628T210000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260514T141955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T141957Z UID:114845-1782381600-1782680400@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Hinterland Festival of Literature & Arts 2026 DESCRIPTION:Author interviews\, history talks\, live music\, children’s events and much more take place in the heart of Co. Meath\, this June as the celebrated Hinterland Festival returns to the heritage town of Kells. \nRunning from June 25th –28th 2026\, the festival boasts a four-day programme of more than 70 events\, including author interviews\, history talks\, live music\, film screenings\, comedy\, workshops\, and a dedicated children’s literature programme. \nThis year’s line-up includes national and international contributors such as Kirsty Wark\, Larry Lamb\, Liz Nugent\, Katriona O’Sullivan\, Dermot Bannon\, and Sarah Breen and Emer McLysaght. \nHighlights also include the annual TypeTrail art installation series\, and the much-loved Lit Crawl. \nA must for lovers of books\, ideas and culture. \nFull programme and tickets available at hinterland.ie. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/hinterland-festival-of-literature-arts-2026/ LOCATION:Various Locations\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Festival Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Hinterland2026-4_DxO-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260620T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260621T180000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260511T135524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T140031Z UID:114713-1781953200-1782064800@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Dalkey Original Print Fair 2026 DESCRIPTION:Now in its second year\, the Dalkey Original Print Fair presents another outstanding selection of original fine art prints by seven established Dublin-based printmakers. \nTaking place at Our Lady’s Hall in the centre of Dalkey Village\, artists include Susan Early\, Emma Fitzpatrick\, Niamh Flanagan\, Ann Kavanagh\, Fran Keegan\, Liza Kelly and David McGinn. \nWorks include etching\, linocut\, monoprint\, carborundum\, collagraph and drypoint\, and are available for sale directly from the artists. \nAdmission is free! \nDalkey Original Print Fair takes place on Sat 20th and Sunday 21st June 2026. The exhibition is open on Saturday from 11am to 7pm and on Sunday from 11am to 6pm. Our Lady’s Hall\, 40 Castle Street\, Dalkey\, Dublin A96 K7X6. \nThe event is kindly sponsored by The Queens Dalkey. \ndalkeyoriginalprintfair.ie \nInstagram: @dalkeyoriginalprintfair URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/dalkey-original-print-fair-2026/ LOCATION:Our Lady’s Hall\, 40 Castle Street\, Dalkey\, Dublin\, A96 K7X6\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Exhibition Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/DALKEY2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260618T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260618T150000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260618T143502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T143542Z UID:115403-1781780400-1781794800@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Shipwrecks of Dublin Bay DESCRIPTION:Shipwrecks of Dublin Bay\, an exhibition currently showing in the Dublin Port Substation\, is a partnership between Dublin Port and the National Monuments Service highlighting over 900 known wrecks that sit out in Dublin Bay.\nThe exhibition forms part of the Port’s summer events programme for 2026 aiming to foster better Port-City integration and highlight the deep historical connections between the Port and Dublin City. \nShipwrecks of Dublin Bay runs from 18 June – 18 September 2026 in the Dublin Port Substation on East Wall Road and is free for the public\, open Wednesdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays from 11am – 3pm. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/shipwrecks-of-dublin-bay/ LOCATION:The Substation\, Dublin Port Company Port Centre\, Alexandra Road\, Dublin 1\, D01H4C6\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Exhibition Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ShipWrecks_1-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260617T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260617T200000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260508T140033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T091920Z UID:114675-1781719200-1781726400@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Book Launch: Guillermo Stitch - The Coast of Everything DESCRIPTION:To find the center\, begin at the edge . . .\nHodges Figgis hosts the launch event for Guillermo Stitch‘s The Coast of Everything on Wednesday June 17th at 6pm. Stitch will be in conversation with two wonderful writers: David Collard\, author of Multiple Joyce\, and June Caldwell\, author of Room Little Darker.\nIn addition to some very stimulating conversation\, visitors can look forward to a room filled with literary characters including Rónán Hession who we’re told has been very supportive of the book\, actor Barry McGovern\, and an assorted assembly of writers\, editors all making for an interesting mix on the night.\nTickets here. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/book-launch-guillermo-stitch-the-coast-of-everything/ LOCATION:Hoggis Figgis\, 56-58 Dawson Street\, Dublin 2\, D02 XE81 CATEGORIES:Miscellaneous Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Coast-of-everything.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260531T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260531T183000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260511T154455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T154516Z UID:114755-1780239600-1780252200@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:The Dublin Jazz Co-op Presents: Laoise Leahy & Johnny Taylor DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed vocalist and composer Laoise Leahy presents Breathe In & Let Go\, a special summer afternoon concert performed with master pianist Johnny Taylor in the intimate Cobblestone venue. \n\n\n\nA native of Cork and a contemporary voice lecturer at MTU Cork School of Music\,  Laoise is known for her rich\, soulful tone and her instinctive\, fearless approach to  improvisation. Her music moves fluidly between jazz\, soul\, folk and contemporary  sound worlds\, guided by a deep curiosity about connection\, presence and what it  means to be human. \nFor this performance\, she is joined by her longtime collaborator Johnny Taylor on piano\, bringing an intuitive musical chemistry and a shared sensitivity to space\, texture and groove. \nThe music for this concert draws from her recently released EP ‘Breathe In & Let  Go’ alongside reimagined\, revered jazz tunes\, newly composed songs and open  improvisations. Inspired by breath\, nature\, time and the inner rhythms of life\, the  set unfolds gently – at times grounded and earthy\, at others expansive\, soaring and searching – always leaving room in the moment for the unexpected. \nBreathe In & Let Go is an invitation to pause in the middle of the day\, to listen  deeply\, to soften and allow the music to carry you for a while. Intimate\, reflective  and quietly powerful\, this lunchtime concert offers a nourishing and transporting  moment shared in one of Dublin’s most cherished live music spaces. \nLaoise Leahy – Vocals Johnny Taylor – Piano\, Live in The BackRoom at The Cobblestone\, 3.00pm on Sunday May 31st 2026. \n“Laoise Leahy’s must-hear ambient-jazz EP\, ‘Breathe In & Let Go‘ is fuelled by intelligent arrangements\, stunning performances and magnetic melodies. One thing is for sure\, ‘Breathe In & Let Go‘ is a contemporary jazz EP that will stand the test of time….”  VFM-music blog \n“Great Jazz Voice on Blue” Carl Corcoran – Lyric FM (Blue of the Night) \n“It may be some of the finest work by an Irish jazz artist in the last ten years. She is going to blow the scene out of the water…”  BBC Jazzworld – Linley Hamilton URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/the-dublin-jazz-co-op-presents-laoise-leahy-johnny-taylor/ LOCATION:The Cobblestone Bar\, 77 King St N\, Dublin\, 7\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Laoise-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260528T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260627T160000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260526T133140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T133140Z UID:114986-1779966000-1782576000@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Cecilia Danell - The Upside Down World DESCRIPTION:Last year\, during a forest walk in her homeland of Sweden\, Danell encountered a lake from her childhood. It was uncharacteristically still. Mesmerised by its reflection and an uncanny sense of doubling\, it became the seed and the title painting of the show. These large-scale works ask us to look anew at what’s familiar\, at what we think we know about everything we encounter. \nThe sense of being absent from Sweden for so long has led to Danell reimagining its arboreal landscape as a place of contrasts: the hyper-reality of nature\, but with an echo of Sci-Fi. In Immensity Made Manifold\, an upended tree resembles a multi-tentacled creature. The palette reflects this strangeness – a lilac sky\, rose-streaked tree-bark – an accumulation of hundreds of shades. Danell had an early interest in Colour Theory\, and believes her work has gotten progressively more experimental with colour over the years. \nWithin these green dome settings\, vertical daubs in neon shades appear\, which for Danell\, represent a gravitational pull. But there are invaders too: hunters who build blinds and desecrate rocks with instructions: Stå Här (‘Stand Here’). In Into the Unknown\, an otherwise bucolic scene is interrupted by a yellow arrow defacing the trunk of a tree. Herein lies another conflict: the genuine human need to map and carve out a place in the world\, and the artificial\, intrusive branding of nature by hunters. – Extract from An Accompanying Text written by Sinéad Gleeson \nOpening Reception takes place on Thursday May 28th at 5.30pm. The exhibition runs until June 27th\, 2026 at Kevin Kavanagh\, Dublin \nCecilia Danell (b.1985) is a Swedish-born\, Ireland-based painter with a multidisciplinary practice that incorporates sculpture\, film\, and textiles. \nRecent exhibitions include: EXPO Chicago (solo\, 2026)\, Kevin Kavanagh\, Chicago\, USA\, ‘These Magnetic Magnitudes’ (solo)\, Solstice Arts Centre\, Navan\, Curated by Brenda McParland (2025)\, ’In Bloom’ 532 Gallery Jaeckel (Basel\, 2025)\, ‘Salong Östergötland’ Linköping Konsthall (Sweden\, 2025)\, and ‘Mise en scène’\, Centre Culturel Irlandais\, Paris (2021). \nHer work is in the collections of The Arts Council of Ireland\, The Office of Public Works\, Trinity College Dublin\, The Cleveland Clinic\, USA\, Fidelity Investments\, Boston\, USA\, University College Cork\, Ballinglen Arts Foundation\, Galway City Council\, Wexford County Council\, Region Kalmar\, Sweden and Motala Municipal Council\, Sweden as well as private collections in Ireland\, UK\, Sweden\, Canada\, France\, Spain\, United States and Norway. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/cecilia-danell-the-upside-down-world/ LOCATION:Kevin Kavanagh Gallery\, Chancery Lane\, Dublin 8\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Exhibition Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Picture-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260524T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260525T020000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260501T123146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T123335Z UID:114518-1779652800-1779674400@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:The Queer Cabaret Presents: An Evening with Avoca Reaction DESCRIPTION:This special edition of The Queer Cabaret spotlights Avoca Reaction\, a leading figure in Ireland’s drag and cabaret scene\, known for high-energy performances\, live vocals\, and sharp wit. The Queer Cabaret itself has built a strong reputation for showcasing some of the most exciting queer talent in Ireland\, delivering vibrant\, genre-spanning nights of performance (GCN). \nOutside of drag\, Avoca also performs as Wren Dennehy\, and is currently appearing at The Gate Theatre as part of the cast of An Ideal Husband this month. \nThe event promises an intimate\, dynamic evening of drag\, cabaret\, and live performance\, celebrating queer artistry and community in Dublin. \nThe Queer Cabaret Presents: An Evening with Avoca Reaction 8pm till late on May 24th\, 2026 at The Wild Duck\, Sycamore Street\, Temple Bar. Tickets available via Eventbrite. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/the-queer-cabaret-presents-an-evening-with-avoca-reaction/ LOCATION:The Wild Duck\, Sycamore Street\, Temple Bar\, Dublin 2\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Miscellaneous Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/QC_An-Evening-With-Avoca-Reaction-2026-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260523T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260523T235900 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260518T151756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T151925Z UID:114895-1779566400-1779580740@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:After Eight DESCRIPTION:After Eight is an early club night in Dublin where the dancing starts at 8pm in the intimate basement of Pawn Shop on Dame Street and finishes at midnight. \nOrganised by Icelandic-Irish founder Giita Hammond expect pumping electro synth bangers\, techno\, Italo\, house and disco and a very sweaty dance floor. \nThe next After Eight party will take place on May 23rd\, with Governess\, who has been an integral part of Dublin’s Club Scene for over a decade. She’s played in most of the country’s best venues and festivals\, with most of the country’s hottest crews. Currently helming a monthly radio show on DDR called Governess Goodies\, her DJ sets have been described as fun and whimsical\, with a touch of nostalgia. \n \nCombining Dark Moody Dubstep with Reggae\, HipHop\, Breakbeats\, D&B and UKG as well as Club Classics. Expect the most random and exciting Bmass music while she’s taking control of the decks. \nDancing from 8-12. Support as always by resident Giita. \nEntry €10\, tickets on Eventbrite \n AFTER EIGHT TICKETS URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/after-eight-7/ LOCATION:Pawn Shop\, 15 Dame Street\, Dublin 2\, D02 KD74\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Dance Listings,Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Klubbur-Facebook-Cover-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260522T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260718T160000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260518T145206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T145207Z UID:114888-1779447600-1784390400@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:3+5 - Evgeniya Martirosyan DESCRIPTION:A new installation at The Mermaid by Cork-based artist Evgeniya Martirosyan\, presents artworks that examine how knowledge can be manipulated and how information degrades over time. A sculptural installation composed of books in multiple languages\, alongside maps\, personal documents and photographs\, evokes a classroom environment shaped by control and repetition\, yet de-stabilised by corrosion. \nThe exhibition title ‘3+5’ refers to recent events in the artist’s country of origin\, Russia. Following the 2022 escalation of the conflict with Ukraine\, the word “war” was replaced by the phrase “Special Military Operation.” The coded message 3+5 references the structure of the Russian phrase “нет войне”  – “No to War”\, or\, 3+5 letters – which emerged as a substitute for anti-war statements which are currently problematic in Russia. School history textbooks continue to be rewritten in line with state narratives\, while many publications are restricted or removed from circulation. \n3+5 has been produced with the support of an Arts Council Bursary Award\, supported by the National Sculpture Factory\, with the assistance of Zbyszek Owczarek. The exhibition was previously shown at LHQ Gallery\, Co Cork. \nImage: © Jed Niezgoda \nThe exhibition continues at Mermaid Arts Centre until July 18th. \nOpen Monday – Saturday\, 11am – 4pm\, and later on performance evenings. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/35-evgeniya-martirosyan/ LOCATION:Mermaid Arts Centre\, Main Street\, Bray\, Co. Wicklow\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Exhibition Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/EvgeniaM-brochure-image-1-Anne-Mullee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260519T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260519T230000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260508T110457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T110458Z UID:114665-1779220800-1779231600@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Nora Brown and Stephanie Coleman at The Pavilion DESCRIPTION:The Pavilion Theatre hosts the Irish debut of folk music duo Nora Brown and Stephanie Coleman for their first Dublin show. Nora is a celebrated banjo player and has released 4 albums under Brooklyn based Jalopy Records. Stephanie is a master old-time fiddler who has spent her two decades long career touring the world with other artists such as Andrew Marlin\, Uncle Earl\, etc. The pair started performing together in 2019 and since then have performed in the UK and US and released a joint EP entitled Lady of The Lake.  \nThe gig takes place on Tuesday May 19th.  Tickets here. \npaviliontheatre.ie URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/nora-brown-and-stephanie-coleman-at-the-pavilion/ LOCATION:The Pavilion Theatre\, Marine Road Dun Laoghaire\, Co. Dublin\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Nora_Brown_Wed_Main.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260515T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260516T220000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260508T111218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T114147Z UID:114669-1778875200-1778968800@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:The Conference of Birds DESCRIPTION:Ireland’s endangered birds are to be the focus of a unique intergenerational performance taking place at dlr Mill Theatre from May 15th – 16th. The Conference of Birds will see birds on the brink of extinction take the stage in the hope that humans will cherish their song before it is too late. A powerful performance merging theatre\, music and visual art\, this innovative project is by The Elders\, a Dublin-based participatory arts group for older people\, in collaboration with the National Concert Hall’s youth choir\, Cór na Nóg. \nAudience members can expect a gathering of wings\, voices\, and stories rooted in the lives of birds from Ireland’s Red List of Birds of Conservation Concern. This performance will run from April 19th to June 13th alongside an exhibition of Ireland’s critically endangered birds by Gerard O’Brien at dlr Mill Theatre – 16 Sandyford Rd\, Dundrum\, Dublin 16\, D16 C5X6  \nThe Conference of Birds will take place at DLR Mill Theatre Dundrum from May 15th to 16th. Tickets are priced at €20. See milltheatre.ie. \nThe Conference of Birds is funded by the Arts Council of Ireland with support from the Mill Theatre. \nFeatured Image: Leon Farrell \nmilltheatre.ie.  URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/the-conference-of-birds/ LOCATION:Mill Theatre\, Dundrum Town Centre\, Dublin 16\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Theatre Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/1_NO_FEE_The_Conference_of_Birds-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260507T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260507T220000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260425T152518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T153038Z UID:114392-1778184000-1778191200@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Guinness Choir – The City of Our Dreaming DESCRIPTION:The Guinness Choir has just announced details of their upcoming 75th Anniversary Concert\, The City of Our Dreaming. Founded in 1951  for the employees of the Guinness brewery\, The Guinness Choir is one of the oldest mixed voice choirs in Dublin and was one of the earliest workplace choirs in Ireland. \nOver the years\, the choir has given many hundreds of amateur singers the opportunity and privilege to perform these works with professional orchestras and soloists in major venues in Ireland and abroad. \nAs part of celevbrations to mark its 75th anniversary\, the choir has commissioned a contemporary choral cantata to celebrate this great city\, their Liberties’ origins\, and their musical tradition. \nThe text for ‘The City of Our Dreaming’ is an original poem by Paula Meehan\, commissioned by the choir and composed for choir by Seán Doherty\, a remarkable poem distilled into a warm\, sensitive\, and exciting choral experience. \nThe concert\, on Thursday\, May 7th\, in St. Patrick’s Cathedral\, will be the world premiere of this unique composition and a highlight of the Culture Date with Dublin 8 Festival. The concert  will also feature other pieces from their repertoire\, including Bach\, Fauré\, Stanford\, and Verdi\, directed by Ciaran Kelly and featuring Leanne Fitzgerald\, David Leigh\, and Bren Berry. It promises to be at this unmissable event! \nThe concert takes place on Thursday\, May 7th\, in St. Patrick’s Cathedral\, and tickets from €22 are available on Eventbrite.  URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/guinness-choir-the-city-of-our-dreaming/ CATEGORIES:Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/GC-The-City-of-Our-Dreaming-A4-26-LR-2-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260506T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260506T230000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260403T132033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T132034Z UID:113802-1778095800-1778108400@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Kruder & Dorfmeister DESCRIPTION:Austrian downtempo duo Kruder & Dorfmeister will play their long-awaited first ever Dublin show with an immersive audiovisual experience ‘K+D KICKS 30’ at Button Factory\, Dublin. The show combines their legendary mixing skills with stunning bespoke visuals created by acclaimed visual artist Jascha Suess\, delivering an unforgettable audiovisual journey that celebrates their legacy while pushing it forward. \nMarking 30 years since the release of their groundbreaking 1996 DJ-Kicks mix on !K7 Records\, one of the most influential DJ mixes in electronic music history\, the duo will deliver full\, high-energy DJ sets packed with wild K&D-style blends\, deep grooves\, downtempo mastery and dub-infused magic. \nDoors will open at 7.30pm on Wednesday the 6th of May with tickets priced at €37.50 plus the booking fee.  \nTickets available on selectivememory.ie.  URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/kruder-dorfmeister/ LOCATION:Button Factory\, Curved Street\, Dublin\, Dublin 2\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Kruder_Dorfmeister_Max_Parovsky_IMG_0913-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260505T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260505T220000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260505T094429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T111921Z UID:114571-1778009400-1778018400@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Three Shades of Haydn - Carolinn Widmann Plays Haydn With The ICO DESCRIPTION:Irish Chamber Orchestra is known for its fresh angles and inventive programming\, and the Brothers Haydn is exactly the kind of sideways glance at repertoire ICO does best. This Haydn journey can be enjoyed in all its glory at the Whyte Recital Hall\, RIAM\, Dublin on May 15th. \nIn this concert\, Classical style unfolds in real time. Michael Haydn’s Symphony in D major opens in sunshine\, warm and radiant. Joseph Haydn’s Violin Concerto in G major is more personal and playful\, full of sparkle\, charm and intimate conversation between Violinist Carolin Widmannand orchestra. Haydnsurprises us as his Symphony No. 45 “Farewell”steps into darker\, more restless territory\, becoming dramatic\, daring\, and unexpectedly moving. What begins in light gradually reveals deeper shadows\, ending not with grandeur but with one of the most touching gestures in all music. \nNo stranger to ICO audiences\, violinist Carolin Widmann brings rare clarity\, intelligence\, and a sense of discovery. Her lean\, luminous tone suits Haydn perfectly. Every phrase is shaped with intention\, every gesture sparkles with wit and colour. She draws listeners from the warmth of Michael Haydn to the emotional intensity of Joseph’s “Farewell” Symphony\, setting the stage for the drama that follows. \n \nOverall\, Brothers Haydn is a journey through three shades of the Classical spirit – light and shadow\, charm and tension\, public brilliance\, and private emotion. It’s a chance to hear familiar works reframed\, and lesser-known music revealed in all its beauty. \nWidmann & ICO play at the Whyte Recital Hall\, RIAM\, Dublin at 7.30pm on May 15th. Tickets here. \nThanks to the valued support of The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon\, Irish Chamber Orchestra continues to delight\, surprise\, and inspire audiences. Based at the University of Limerick\, ICO performs nationally and internationally\, where every concert is an invitation to connect with the music\, the artists\, and each other. \nBrothers Haydn \nIrish Chamber Orchestra Carolin Widmann Director/Violin \nMichael Haydn Symphony\, MH 287 (P.43)\, D major \nJoseph Haydn Violin Concerto in G Major Hob. VIIa:4 \nJoseph Haydn Symphony No. 45\, F-sharp minor\, Farewell Symphony \nFriday 15 May Whyte Recital Hall\, RIAM\, Dublin €30\, €25\, €10\, €5 URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/three-shades-of-haydn-carolinn-widmann-plays-haydn-with-the-ico/ LOCATION:Whyte Recital Hall at RIAM\, 36-38 Westland Row\, Dublin 2\, D02 WY89\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/0N0A2277-copy-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260504T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260504T213000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260423T150633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T150814Z UID:114307-1777919400-1777930200@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:The Cookbook Club DESCRIPTION:The Cookbook Club returns for a Brazilian Feast this May Bank Holiday Weekend\, Let’s SAMBA! From page to plate\, guests will experience a menu from SAMBA by Giselle Makinde\, the newest release from Blasta Books.\nGuests will receive a signed copy of SAMBA on the night\, along with a four course family style menu.\nThey will also take part in a Q&A with author Giselle Makinde between courses exploring the inspiration\, recipes and cultural influences behind the book.\n\n \nThe Cookbook Club takes place on Monday 4th May 2026 @ 6:30pm to 9:30pm at Camerino Bakery\, 24 Newtown Park A94 YW21 Blackrock. \nTickets: €100 to €120 (+ booking fee) include: Four course meal\, welcome drink\, signed copy of SAMBA\, Q&A with Author\, BYOB. Tickets here. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/the-cookbook-club/ CATEGORIES:Miscellaneous Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/image-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260504T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260510T233000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260425T120616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T120917Z UID:114379-1777896000-1778455800@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Culture Date with Dublin 8 Festival 2026 DESCRIPTION:The always fascinating Culture Date with Dublin 8 Festival returns from May 4th to 10th 2026 with another captivating programme celebrating the unique heritage of this fabled Dublin district.    \nThe festival’s eighth rendition features an extended seven-day-long schedule and a programme lineup guaranteed to pack a punch. This year\, CDD8 strives to uncover the historical threads that envelop Dublin 8 – from the curious and the captivating\, to the sentimental and moving – and understand what it means for us to reshape them in our shared contemporary psyche.  \nCentral themes include exploring the Songlines of the City – uncovering pathways across the landscape that carry stories – and commemorating the 300th anniversary of Jonathan Swift’s novel ‘Gulliver’s Travels’\, one of the most enduring and influential works of satire in literary history.   \nShowcases highlighting the localised practices of storytelling and spoken-word poetry will take place on both the Saturday and Sunday in the National Stadium. \n \nThese events will feature a competitive twist and a callback to Dan Donnelly\, one of Dublin’s most renowned sporting celebrities of the nineteenth century\, who had surprisingly strong connections to Dublin 8. The much anticipated event celebrating Dublin’s boxing legends includes a performance by Damien Dempsey at The National Stadium on Saturday\, May 9th. \nElsewhere\, Tom Dunne\, Fiachna O’Braonáin and Alan Connor are set to perform in the Church of St. Catherine & St. James on Wednesday May 6th\, followed by ‘Remembering Ronnie’ performed by singer Phelim Drew on Thursday May 7th. Kerry pop-folk band Simple Things is in action on Friday May 8th\, while Friday\, May 8th\, also sees singer and actress Camille O’Sullivan live at Christ Church Cathedral. \n \nIn addition\, the Late in D8 after dark series will see a showcase of BIMM College graduates alongside late night parties taking place in venues across the district. The majority of these events are free to attend. \nThe Culture Date with Dublin 8 Festival will take place from Monday May 4th – Sunday May 10th. For details\, see culturedatewithdublin8.ie \nCulture Date with Dublin 8 is an initiative led by the Dublin City Council South Central Area and Curator Grace McEvoy in collaboration with programme partners. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/culture-date-with-dublin-8-festival-2026/ LOCATION:Various Locations\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Festival Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/CDD8-Instagram-post-copy-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260417T084600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T160405Z UID:114114-1777680000-1777852799@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Dublin Street Photography Festival DESCRIPTION:For two days in May\, Dublin will transform into the international epicentre of street photography as it plays host to the third edition of the Dublin Street Photography Festival (DSPF). \nThe programme includes New York Visionaries which will be accompanied by keynote talks and feature the work of three New York Photographers (Louis Stettner Estate\, Meryl Meisler and Phil Penman).  \nSam Ferris\nAn important aspect of DSPF is the international open call competition which this year received thousands of entries from 49 countries around the globe.   \nSaturday May 2nd & Sunday May 3rd\, Charlemont Square\, Dublin 2.  \ndspfestival.com \nFeature Image: Sean Hillen Corpus Christi URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/dublin-street-photography-festival-2/ LOCATION:Various Locations\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Festival Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Sean-Hillen-109_Corpus_Christi_one057-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260501T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260503T213000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260423T145521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T145522Z UID:114303-1777665600-1777843800@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Pan Pan - The First Bad Man DESCRIPTION:Following hugely successful runs in New York\, Calgary\, London and Melbourne\, The First Bad Man\, a live performance based on a reading of THE FIRST BAD MAN\, a novel by Miranda July returns to Dublin for a limited run as part of Live Collision International Festival. \nKitty Blennerhasset\, John Benno\, Rose McVittie and Freya Golden have recently joined a book club. Their first book is The First Bad Man and every week for a year they keep coming back to it. This performance is a telling of these book club members’ encounter with the characters of Miranda July’s novel\, reviewed by The Observer as\, ‘heartbreakingly sad\, thoughtful\, disgusting and hilarious’. \nEach person booking tickets for the live performance will receive a copy of the novel in the post. \nPerformers: Mollyanna Ennis\, Mish Gregor\, Faith Jones and Michael Tient.\nDirector: Gavin Quinn\nDesigner: Aedín Cosgrove\nMusic: Simon Kenny\nStage Manager: Clare Howe\nMovement Director: Katherine O’Malley\nAssistant Director: Grace Morgan\nGraphic Design: Gareth Jones \nRedeveloped in 2023 at the National Theatre Studios as part of the Generate Programme. Originally created in 2020 by Mish Grigor & Gavin Quinn with Aedín Cosgrove\, Luka Costello\, Clare Howe\, Sonya Kelly\, Simon Kenny\, Grace Morgan\, Katherine O’Malley\, Dylan Tighe\, Gwen Van Spijk. \nThe First Bad Man is at Flux Studios: from May 1st-3rd  as part of Live Collision International Festival. Friday at 7pm. Saturday at 6pm & 8.15pm. Sunday at 7pm. Tickets here. Age Recommendation: 16+ \nPan Pan Theatre is supported by the Arts Council of Ireland and Dublin URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/pan-pan-the-first-bad-man/ LOCATION:Flux Studios\, 4 Chatham Row\, Dublin 2\, D02PA06\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Theatre Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/fbm4-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260429T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260502T220000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260323T143047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T152529Z UID:113629-1777491000-1777759200@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:The Beekeeper of Aleppo DESCRIPTION:“I was scared of the bees at first\, but now\, they make me feel alive. They are like a society in complete harmony with itself. Not like people at all\, but maybe what people have the potential to be’” \nFollowing its acclaimed world premiere at Nottingham Playhouse in 2023\, this restaging of The Beekeeper of Aleppo\, adapted by Nesrin Alrefaai and Matthew Spangler\, opened at Nottingham Playhouse on 7 February before embarking on this UK and Ireland Tour. Speaking about the new production Anthony Almeida\, Director\, said\, “What a thrill to restage this sweeping story with an electric new cast. Christy Lefteri’s sensational novel is a clarion call to the everyday – but extraordinary – lives of people who seek a better tomorrow. ‘Beekeeper’ is a play full of heart\, wit and hardship – and to share these vivid characters with audiences nationwide in 2026 feels ever-more urgent. I’m truly excited for how this talented\, soulful company of actors will light up the stage.” \nThe Beekeeper of Aleppo will play the Gaiety Theatre Dublin as the only Irish dates on its upcoming UK and Ireland tour. Tickets for the Gaiety dates\, 28 April – 2 May\, are on sale now on ticketmaster.ie or in person at the Gaiety Theatre Box Office South King Street\, Dublin 2.  The Box Office is open Mon – Fri 11pm – 6pm. Shows will take place during the evening at 7.30pm with Matinees at 2.30pm on 29 April and 2 May. \nFor more information visit gaietytheatre.ie  URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/the-beekeeper-of-aleppo/ LOCATION:Gaiety Theatre\, Dublin \, DUBLIN 2 \, Ireland CATEGORIES:Theatre Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/BeeKpr26-016-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260415T130720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T131031Z UID:114102-1777075200-1777247999@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Dublin City Council Sensoria - The Neurodivergent Friendly Festival for All DESCRIPTION:Find your own rhythm this April as Dublin City Council Sensoria returns to Merrion Square Park for a weekend of inclusive\, feel-good culture on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th April. \nNow in its third year\, this free\, ticketed festival is thoughtfully designed across five curated areas for neurodivergent audiences — think relaxed\, two-hour sessions\, clear zoning and plenty of space to engage at your own pace. \nFestival goers can look forward to everything from live music\, dance and magic from performers such as Aengus Devine\, Magic Marta\, Patrick Stefan\, Joe the Magician\, Méabh Conneely and Moss Russell\, to hands-on workshops\, LEGO play\, storytelling and sensory-friendly chill-out zones. \n \nOther highlights include aerial circus\, silent disco moments\, yoga sessions and creative workshops spanning art\, breadmaking and more — plus dedicated well-being spaces for those who’d like to take a break from the action. \nDeveloped in collaboration with  AsIAm\, ADHD Ireland and and Dyslexia Ireland\, Sensoria isn’t just a festival — it’s a blueprint for how culture can be more open\, accessible and genuinely welcoming. \nTickets are free but booking is essential. Access is structured across three relaxed two-hour sessions daily to ensure a comfortable\, non-crowded environment for all attendees. \nDublin City Council Sensoria – The Neurodivergent Friendly Festival for All! takes place on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th April at Merrion Square Park\, Dublin. \nFree Tickets available here.  \ndublin.ie/sensoria URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/dublin-city-council-sensoria-the-neurodivergent-friendly-festival-for-all/ LOCATION:Merrion Square\, Merrion Road\, Dublin 2\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Festival Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Dublin-City-Council-Sensoria-1-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260423T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260524T170000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260423T104104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T132554Z UID:114290-1776942000-1779642000@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:The Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Prize Exhibition DESCRIPTION:The Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Prize is a major new annual award established to champion the excellence\, vitality and diversity of contemporary photography in Ireland. \nThe €10\,000 award has been established to support an artist working in photography or lens based media who identifies as being from an underrepresented background. \nBringing together new work by photographers and lens-based artists at different stages of their careers\, works in the exhibition are notable for spanning documentary\, portraiture\, conceptual and experimental approaches. \nThe inaugural event this year sees top honours going to longstanding lensman Conor Horgan\, while Judges’ Selection Awards were presented to Laura Dunwoody and Salem Anowe Chukwuezi. Patryk Gizicki takes home the Photo Bursary. \nSelected from over 1\,300 submissions\, these artists represent the depth\, diversity and ambition of contemporary photographic practice across Ireland today. Their work engages directly with this year’s theme of Community\, reflecting the social and political realities shaping our time. \nWinning and shortlisted works will feature in a public exhibition at Photo Museum Ireland\, Temple Street (Meeting House Square\, Temple Bar\, Dublin 2) from 22 April – 24 May 2026 after which the winning pieces will become part of the Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Prize collection and will be displayed at the Taylor Wessing offices.  \n \nThe exhibition runs at Photo Museum Ireland until May 24th 2026. Admission is free \nphotomuseumireland.ie  URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/the-taylor-wessing-irish-photo-prize-exhibition/ LOCATION:Photo Museum Ireland CATEGORIES:Exhibition Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/TWIPP-Web-Featured-Image-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260423T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260523T170000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260420T104810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T095733Z UID:114172-1776940200-1779555600@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Kevin McAleenan - Moment DESCRIPTION:“Moments arrive unannounced. In the rise of a hill\, the whiteness of a gable end\, the curve of a country road… I know it has arrived when I’m caught in that moment.” \nDrawing from everyday moments that beckon him to stillness and reflection\, artist Kevin McAleenan’s paintings veer between realism and abstraction\, centred thematically around Irish landscapes. Carefully balanced blocks of colour and strong vertical lines provide structure and integrity\, while gentle brushstrokes and tonal shifts give the works movement. \nMcAleenan has previously exhibited artworks at The Market Place Theatre and Arts Centre in Armagh. He has also exhibited and sold internationally in cities such as New York\, Singapore and Hong Kong. Now he presents this fascinating solo exhibition at Sol Art Gallery. \nThis exhibition brings together a new body of work in which McAleenan reengages with the quiet moments that shape everyday experience. The exhibition launches on Thursday\, the 23rd of April.   \nThe gallery is open Mon – Sat\, 10.30am to 5.30pm \nFor more information\, see solart.ie   \nFeature Image – Kevin McAleenan\, Drifting URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/https-www-instagram-com-solartireland/ LOCATION:Sol Art Gallery\, No. 8 Dawson Street\, Dublin 2\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Exhibition Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/KMCA_Drifting_60x60cm_RGB_W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260419T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260815T170000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260420T101529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T101530Z UID:114161-1776592800-1786813200@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:The Story Of Us Exhibition DESCRIPTION:To mark the release of the 1926 census\, the National Archives has opened a major exhibition that explores what life was like in the newly independent Ireland of 1926. Using contemporary documents and images\, audio-visual displays and\, above all\, the census returns themselves\, The Story of Us explores the 1926 census to present a picture of life in Ireland in 1926: from sport and entertainment to language\, culture\, religion\, gender and the working lives of the inhabitants of the Irish Free State a century ago. \nThe exhibition will run at Dublin Castle\, opening to the public from 10am to 5pm\, from April 19th until August 15th 2027\, following which the exhibition will visit London and Boston\, before touring Ireland\, as part of a partnership with ten local authorities\, as well as a visit to the National Ploughing Championships in September. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/the-story-of-us-exhibition/ LOCATION:Dublin Castle\, 2 Palace St\, Rathmines\, 2\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Exhibition Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/the-story-of-us-copy-3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260413T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260413T140000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260410T152233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T152233Z UID:113976-1776085200-1776088800@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Handel's Messiah On The Street DESCRIPTION:On 13 April 1742\, in a packed concert hall George Frideric Handel conducted the world premiere of his oratorio Messiah and changed Western music forever. \nThat event took place just steps from where audiences will gather this Monday\, as 120 singers from Our Lady’s Choral Society and invited guests take to the street alongside The Dublin Handelian Orchestra and acclaimed mezzo-soprano Sharon Carty\, to perform choruses and arias from Handel’s Messiah. \nSupported by Dublin City Council\, this invigorating lunchtime concert celebrates the anniversary of one of the most remarkable evenings in musical history. Conducted by Proinnsías Ó Duinn the event features a selection of choruses and arias from Handel’s Messiah.  \n \nThe event takes place on Fishamble Street\, Dublin 8 at 1pm on Monday April 13th. Admission to see and hear Messiah on the very street where it all began is free. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/handels-messiah-on-the-street/ LOCATION:Fishamble Street\, Fishamble Street\, Temple Bar\, Dublin 2\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-10-at-16.21.22-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260410T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260418T170000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260403T130918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T131001Z UID:113797-1775849400-1776531600@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Bold Moves\, Dare To Dream DESCRIPTION:Streisand and Shakespeare collide as ballet gets a modern makeover courtesy of Arthur Pita and Ballet Ireland this spring. \nThis month sees Arthur Pita bring two striking works to Dublin. His acclaimed A Dream Within a Midsummer Night’s Dream takes Shakespeare’s comedy and turns it on its head\, shifting from Handel to Eartha Kitt and Barbra Streisand in a surreal\, theatrical reworking originally created for Ballet Black. \nThe production received an Olivier nomination and was described by The Guardian as “a rollercoaster of weirdness and surprise” and has been widely praised for its wit and bold theatricality. \nBold Moves\, Dare to Dream runs at the O’Reilly Theatre\, Belvedere College from 10 to 18 April 2026. \nTickets are priced at €30 – €35 and available at takeyourseats.ie or on 01 518 0599. \nFor more information visit oreillytheatre.com.  \nO’Reilly Theatre\, 6 Denmark Street Great\, Rotunda\, Dublin 1\, D01 TK25 \nImage Credit: Ballet Ireland – Walking Mad choreographed by Johan Inger – Photo by Andy Ross URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/bold-moves-dare-to-dream/ LOCATION:O’Reilly Theatre\, Belvedere College\, Great Denmark Street\, Dublin\, 1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Theatre Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Ballet-Ireland-Walking-Mad-choreographed-by-Johan-Inger-photo-by-Andy-Ross-5-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260404T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260404T170000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260401T113013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T113130Z UID:113759-1775300400-1775322000@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Easter Fair DESCRIPTION:Spring fever setting in? The Easter Fair at Richmond Barracks lands this Saturday 4 April (11am–5pm) with a bank holiday-ready blast of colour\, craft and community spirit. \nExpect a full day of free creative workshops for all ages — from upcycled bunny ears and finger puppets to felted Easter baskets and yarn-wrapped spring scenes. There’s a children’s history workshop exploring Easter traditions at home and abroad\, garden activities with magnifying lenses for mini nature detectives\, plus a family dance party and live tunes from the Sing for Fun crew. \nSeasonal crafts from local designers will be up for grabs\, alongside plenty of food and drink to enjoy on site or stash for the long weekend ahead. \n \nIt’s family-friendly\, dog-friendly and fully accessible — so round up the gang and make a day of it in Inchicore. \nrichmondbarracks.ie URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/easter-fair/ LOCATION:Richmond Barracks\, Richmond Barracks\, Dublin 8\, Dublin\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Festival Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Enjoying-a-fair-at-Richmond-Barracks-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260329T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260329T170000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260318T132604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T132604Z UID:113518-1774796400-1774803600@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:The Dublin Jazz Co-Op Presents: 'Ben Shutz Up and Playz' DESCRIPTION:The Dublin Jazz Co-Op Presents: ‘Ben Shutz Up and Playz’\, on Sunday March 29th\, 3pm\, The Cobblestone Backroom \nFeaturing: Ben Prevo (guitar)\, Maja Eliott (keyboard)\, Sean Maynard Smith (bass)\, Dominic Mullan (drums) \n\n\n\nEnjoy an afternoon of all original compositions by guitarist Ben Prevo – ably assisted by Dominic Mullan on drums\, Sean Maynard Smith on 5 string Citron bass and keyboardist Maja Elliot. Although not specifically versed in the traditional jazz idiom\, Ben’s pieces draw elements from blues\, country\, jazz and more and have plenty of space for improvisation and surprises. \nAlso on the night\, an opening set from Maja Elliot playing her original music. \nBring an open set of ears and open hearts and enjoy the journey! \nTickets here. URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/the-dublin-jazz-co-op-presents-ben-shutz-up-and-playz/ LOCATION:The Cobblestone Bar\, 77 King St N\, Dublin\, 7\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Ben-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260319T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260319T170000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260318T113539Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T113710Z UID:113506-1773939600-1773939600@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:10th East Asia Film Festival Ireland  DESCRIPTION:The East Asia Film Festival Ireland 2026 recently announced the programme for the tenth edition of the festival\, The 10th EAFFI features independent filmmakers working across China\, Japan\, Vietnam\, Taiwan\, Hong Kong\, South Korea and Singapore\, opening new cinematic landscapes\, and bringing fresh perspectives and ways of seeing. This year\, the IFI are delighted to welcome two special guests to open the festival\, Chinese filmmaker Agnis Shen Zhongmin (March 19th) and Chinese producer Ziyang Lin (March 21st).  \nThe festival runs from Thursday\, March 19th to Sunday\, March 22nd at the Irish Film Institute 6 Eustace St\, Temple Bar\, Dublin 2\, D02 PD85.    \nFor more information on screenings and tickets visit ifi.ie and eaffi.ie.  URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/10th-east-asia-film-festival-ireland/ CATEGORIES:Festival Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/the-river-that-holds-our-hands_2880x2160_Rec709_DI_09-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260317T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260317T233000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260123T122320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T122401Z UID:111870-1773772200-1773790200@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Rock Against Homelessness  DESCRIPTION:This show\, headlined by The Sharon Shannon Big Band\, is a fundraising event in solidarity of Ireland’s homeless population. Featuring Bob Geldof\, Camille O’Sullivan\, Alky\, Colm Lynch\, Garron Noone this line-up provides a lovely vast array of Irish music with something fitting everyone’s taste. \nThe main goal is to drive attention to the issue of homelessness and the contradiction of the Irish economy booming and many people not benefiting from it. \nThis year’s event is supported by Focus Ireland\, Hard Rock Café\, Cadbury and Arachas.   \nOlympia Theatre\, Tuesday March 17th. Doors: 6.30pm   \nhttps://www.3olympia.ie/whats-on/rock-against-homelessness  URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/rock-against-homelessness/ LOCATION:Olympia Theatre\, 72 Dame Street\, Dublin 2\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Rock-Against-Homelessness-Camille-OSullivan.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260312T203000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Stockholm:20260312T230000 DTSTAMP:20260919T201835 CREATED:20260112T115452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T114103Z UID:111567-1773347400-1773356400@www.totallydublin.ie SUMMARY:Live Blues and Jazz at Arthur’s Pub\, Dublin - Julyo DESCRIPTION:Based in Ireland\, GRAMMY-nominated musician\, producer\, and songwriter Julyo is at Arthur’s Blues Bar in Dublin 8 this March\, in an intimate contemporary blues live performance\, featuring original material from his recent work\, presented in a close-room\, small-venue setting.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Julyo \nJulyo is an GRAMMY®-Nominated musician and producer whose work is rooted in blues\, shaped by jazz phrasing\, and influenced by Mediterranean melodic sensibilities. His music emphasizes tone\, restraint\, and narrative flow\, favouring feel and space over technical display. Whether performing solo or with an ensemble\, the focus remains on musical conversation and emotional clarity. \nBased in Ireland\, Julyo has developed a reputation for live performances that prioritise listening-room dynamics rather than high-volume presentation. His approach draws from traditional blues language while remaining contemporary in form\, allowing room for improvisation and interaction between musicians. The result is a sound that feels grounded and personal rather than retro or stylised. \nIn recent years\, Julyo’s work has included studio recordings and international collaborations\, alongside a consistent presence on the live circuit. His performances are often described as intimate and atmospheric\, shaped as much by the room and the audience as by the material itself. \n\nJulyo performs at Arthur’s Pub 28 Thomas Street\, Dublin 8 on Thursday\, 12 March 2026\nDoors: 7:30pm | Show: 8:30pm\n\n\nTickets: €18 via Eventbrite\n\nTo learn more about Julyo’s work see his social media channels:\n\nInstagram instagram.com/JulyoOfficial \nYouTube youtube.com/@Julyo  \nOfficial Website JulyoMusic.com  URL:https://www.totallydublin.ie/event/live-blues-and-jazz-at-arthurs-pub-dublin-julyo/ LOCATION:Arthur’s Pub\, 28 Thomas Street\, Dublin 8\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Gig Listings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.totallydublin.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/FRONT-Julyo-Arthurs_Pub-1-copy-2.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR