Saturday 28th March – 2nd May 2015
Every artwork has a story to tell! Sometimes worlds cross over and strange things happen – humans take on animal form, objects shrink or grow, people dream enchanted dreams and things are not always as they seem.
Let your imagination run wild as you explore this exhibition of artworks that are a little bit mysterious, alluring and perhaps magical. These artworks suggest themes that have fascinated artists, writers, thinkers and dreamers across history. Have fun imagining what the artworks are about and what stories they tell. This exhibition will spark your imagination and get you creating stories of your own!
During your visit to the exhibition, families are invited to relax and spend some time in the cosy corner, reading and listening to fairy tales or you can get creative in the response area writing or drawing your own imagined stories, inspired by the exhibition.
When: Every Saturday 28th March – 2nd May and Easter Hols 30th March – 10 April, 10am – 5pm (closed Good Friday and Easter Sunday)
Where: The Ark, Eustace Street, Dublin 2
How much: Free. No booking required
Ages: 4+
Workshops
There’s also a programme of visual arts and story-related events to enjoy, with storytelling performances, talks and workshops for all ages. The following are on this week:
Inventing Quirky Characters Workshop
In this imaginative workshop, visual artist Paula Henihan will help you to create your own curious or fantastical character, using a range of mixed media, collage, and drawing techniques. Ages 4-6 & 7-9.
When: Mon 30th & Tues 31st March. 11am-12pm (4-6 yrs) & 2pm – 3.30pm (7-9 yrs)
How much: €11/€8
The Enchanted Treasure Chest Workshop
A mysterious treasure chest has been found in The Ark! Join artist Bethan Parkes to discover the secrets of the chest in this fun, visual arts based workshop.
When: Sat 28th March & Thurs 2nd April. 10.30am (2-3yrs) & 11.45am (3-4yrs)
How much: €11/€8
Midweek Tales
Join actress Lizzy Morrissey for a relaxed story-time session where she will read some well-loved fairy tales and afterwards have a fun group chat about your favourite fairy-tale and characters.
When: Wednesday 1 April at 11am, 12pm (For under 7’s) and 2pm & 3pm (For over 7’s).
How much: Free
Check The Ark Website for more information on events.
