Join us for FORUM, a transcultural gathering that celebrates the diverse artistic voices that is the SDC Intercultural Artists' Network.
Two days of lively multidisciplinary events from panel discussions to performances, workshops, and visual arts, showcasing the cultural vibrancy of our county!
Day 1 - September 25th 2026
Performance Space, 11:30 AM: Welcome and Keynote - Mayor Cllr Francis Timmons, South Dublin County, and Maolíosa Boyle, Executive Director, Rua Red.
Performance Space, 12:10 PM - 1: PM, Panel Discussion, "Arts In Precarious Spaces": Barialai Khoshhal, Bulelani Mfaco, and Gráinnemir. Moderated by Maolíosa Boyle.
Performance Space, 1:15 - 2:00 PM: Film Screenings with Igor Kapov, Marcello Fidelis, and Megan Rosa Kelly.
Conference Room, 15:00 - 17:00 PM: Workshop 1 - Mandala Painting, with Pankti Amin
Project Space, 15:00 - 17:00 PM: Workshop 2 -Organic Paint Making, with Roxana Manouchehri
Performance Space, 18:00 - 19:30 PM , Open Mic Poetry Evening - “Access: Beyond Pathways” - in collaboration with Rough Draft
Exhibition, Cafe Wall, both days - Dermot Hallahan, Eddie Brannigan, Kaushik, Inga Mocke, MAGALAS, Valerie Starovoit, Wilson Chigozie Onoh.
Entry is Free. Please note that the workshops and poetry evening needs to be booked separately.
The South Dublin County Intercultural Artists Network is an initiative of South Dublin County Council Arts Office, hosted and developed by Rua Red, connecting artists and creatives from diverse backgrounds who form an important part of the county's vibrant arts scene.
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- 9 hours
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