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Arts Council Project Award 2011 Round 1 Dance

Date: 20 Jan 2011
Croi Glan Integrated Dance Company - €36,940
Tara Brandel to choreograph a new 30-minute piece on five Croi Glan dancers entitled 'In my Body are these Islands' that explores the theme of local landscapes. To perform this piece at six venues. To develop Croi Glan's partnerships and audiences, and create wider exposure for Croi Glan's performances.

Fluxusdance - €32,750
To create a new choreography with disabled dance artists; provide mentoring for Bobby Byrne and Cathy O'Kennedy; enhance the profile of disabled artists; broaden the experience of artists and increase performance opportunities.

Murphy, Deirdre - €20,000
To create an intimate evening length trio using movement, text, and vocalisation. The work will communicate perspectives on pregnancy and birthing. Produce and perform work at the Back Loft Theatre.

Quilligan, Fiona - €31,690
To produce a dance Installation at Wood Quay Venue with eight performances, lunchtime and evening, and seven workshops, public workshops accessing the choreographic process. To develop and access performances for the public, dance audiences, Civic Office staff (1200) and visitors to the Culture Quarter Temple Bar.
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NEWS

  • 23 Feb 2012 Joan Denise (at home) in the Firkin Crane Firkin Crane, home of dance in Cork, in association with Cork School of Dance and Monica Gavin, celebrates the Centenary of Joan Denise Moriarty with an exhibition that highlights the unique influence she had on dance in Ireland. Read full story
  • 11 May 2012 Opportunities Check here for some of the upcoming job/work and other professional opportunities which come into the Firkin Crane office. We publish them as seen, so please check the credentials of the individuals and organisations involved.
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  • 11 May 2012 The Magic of Dance Cork School of Dance presents "The Magic of Dance at Cork Opera House on Sunday 20 May at 7.30 pm Read full story

EVENTS

  • Joan Denise (at home) in the Firkin Crane 22 Mar 2012 - 31 Dec 2012 Tickets: € Free A major exhibition celebrates the life of Dr Joan Denise Moriarty, who was fundamental to both the establishment of the Firkin Crane and to the development of ballet in Ireland. View details
  • Girl In The Moon 18 May 2012 - 19 May 2012 Tickets: € 15, €50 for 4 + booking fee New Moon Youth Dance Company View details
  • CSN Diploma In Dance Graduation 2012 23 May 2012 - 24 May 2012 Tickets: € 20/15 The Diploma in Dance Course, from the Department of Performing Arts at Colaiste Stiofain Naofa, is proud to present its Graduation Performance 2012.


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Supported by: Arts Council of Ireland, FAS, Cork City Council Cork City Council FÁS Arts Council of Ireland