The Firkin Crane

About Firkin Crane

If variety is the spice of life, Firkin Crane, the home of dance in Cork, has something for every palate. Everyone interested in dance, from three-year-olds toddling their first steps, or professionals preparing for performance and teaching examinations, to afficionados seeking dance performances of the highest quality, will find a class, workshop or recital to fit the bill. Under the tutelage of some of the country’s best teachers, there is an eclectic weekly programme, including jazz, tap, modern and contemporary, international folk styles, contact/improv and movement techniques based on yoga and pilates.

In this unique building, support is provided for every aspect of professional dance:
space for individual artists to research and create;
studios for personal and shared practice;
administrative and technical facilities;
performance spaces;
connection with an expanding audience.

Firkin Crane has gone through many guises since it was erected as part of the Butter Market in the 19th century: the current rotunda building has been a dedicated cultural centre since the 1980’s and continues to be a focal point for dance in Ireland:

We support the practice and performance of all forms of dance.
We enhance the engagement between the general public and dance.
We encourage the development and growth of dance as an artform.
We provide for the professional development of dance performers and creators.
We facilitate the cross-fertilization of ideas and interactions between dance artists and practitioners from all disciplines.
We initiate innovative partnerships at local, national and international level.
We are actively involved with the local community in creating valuable social platforms.

"All of us in Firkin Crane seek to engage with Cork’s artistic and cultural community, exploring the possibilities for a diverse use of the building and its resources while, at the same time, maintaining strong links with existing user groups. We welcome enquiries from people interested in learning, teaching or creating any form of dance, performance or bodywork and are open to proposals from community, local, national and international groups."

Paul McCarthy, General Manager, Firkin Crane
Firkin Crane - The Home of Dance

NEWS

EVENTS

  • Assembling Moments Exhibition 13 Jun 2013 - Tickets: € Free Dance Interactive presents an exhibition of dance films and photography from a community dance project with teenage participants in Cork View details
  • Witches 21 Jun 2013 - 24 Jun 2013 Tickets: € 15 Standard/ 12 Concession This site-specific performance at the Lough, Ballyphehane, is produced using the resources of Firkin Crane’s Production Residency Programme 2013 and will première as part of the Cork Midsummer Festival View details
  • I ♥ Alice ♥ I 21 Jun 2013 - 23 Jun 2013 Tickets: € 20/17 A love story about Alice Kinsella and Alice Slattery. They were spotted in Crumlin shopping centre stealing a kiss and are here in the theatre telling you all about their lives ... reluctantly. View details
Supported by: Arts Council of Ireland, FAS, Cork City Council Cork City Council FÁS Arts Council of Ireland