SDCC Arts Office

Photos: McNicholas Media (@mcnicholasmedia Story? Mind, Body and Sole is the 4th project in the ongoing Story? series. It is a collaboration between Kevin Bohan Art, Grainne Walker - Creative Connections, the Connect 4 project, Emmet O’Brien and Sean Farrell. It is funded by South Dublin County Council Arts Office and Creative Ireland. This mural and poetry based project is inspired by the Connect 4’s team activities and programmes particularly their Street Work and the impact physical fitness has on positive mental health outcomes amongst their participants. @creativeconnections2020 @kevinbohanartist @theconnect4project @sean.farrell99 @sdcc_arts @creativeireland @emmet_obrien_poetry @garry_maguire @crosker.one @fryok_ #story #everyonehasastory #artchanges #postivitythroughcreativity #mentalhealthmatters

🌟 Creative & Active Balgaddy 🌟 Your community, your say! We’re building something exciting in Balgaddy — and we want to hear from you. From sports and music to workshops, events, and spaces to relax, tell us what you’d love to see in your community. 💬 👉 Scan the QR code to share your ideas and help shape what comes next! Link in bio or view here: https://forms.gle/tAYtNJne4nEpAjzr8 #Balgaddy #CommunityVoices #ActiveCommunities #HaveYourSay

⚡️Open Call: South Dublin Live 2026 ⚡️ 🎵South Dublin Live is a vibrant programme of performances across all art forms, bringing people together in local spaces across South Dublin County and providing a platform for artists to present their work. 🏟️The 2026 programme of indoor and outdoor events will take place from 30 May to 18 September. Proposals are invited from professional performers and producers (from ermerging to established) cultural organisations, and community centres based in South Dublin County with performance-ready work. 🤹🏼‍♀️Applications are welcome across all genres, including music, dance, theatre, spectacle, circus and street arts. 💃🏻🎭🎸 🔌A range of formats will be considered, from small-scale and unplugged performances to larger events. 🎪Outdoor performances are particularly encouraged. Apply via: //show/135 (link in Bio for all open calls) ⏰Submit application by: Thursday 30 April 2026, 4pm #sdccarts #southdublinlive #performance #dublin #events

Call for Expressions of Interest — Summer Mural Programme 🎨🫟 @sdublincoco Arts Office and @southdublin_creativeireland invites artists working in mural and urban arts to submit Expressions of Interest for the commissioning of new mural artworks as part of a summer mural programme. Deadline: 24th April 2026 at 4pm 🫟This initiative aims to animate community spaces, support youth engagement, and create high-quality public artworks that reflect the identity and energy of local communities. Applicants may be Garda Vetted by South Dublin County Council. We welcome expressions of interest from artists of diverse backgrounds. Urban Walls Summer Programme is a community‑centred mural and urban art programme, taking place over the summer of 2026, designed to engage children, young people, and local residents in Quarryvale, Brookfield, and Killinarden. 🛹🌳The project will deliver a series of co‑created public artworks in community centres, skate parks, or other local gathering points, promoting creativity, positive youth engagement, and pride of place. The programme is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and cultural expression. It will be delivered in partnership with community organisations, youth groups, and professional artists experienced in participatory practice. ⚡️Participation & Co-Creation⚡️ A key element of this programme is collaborative working with children/young people /community in each area. Artists must demonstrate experience or interest in: • Participatory practice • Youth engagement • Working sensitively within community contexts 📍Budget & Timeline Completion of murals: Between July and August 2026 Approximate budgets per artwork will range: €5000 -€15,000 (to include artist fees, materials, access equipment, insurance, workshops, and associated costs, and installation) #sdccarts #mural #artist #dublin #sdublincoco

Sensory Explorers at Creative & Active Balgaddy 🧩✨ 📅 Saturday 11 April | ⏰ 10am–2pm Join us for a relaxed and welcoming experience with Sensory Explorers @sensoryexplorers1 as part of Creative & Active Balgaddy. Two dedicated sensory spaces will be available for neurodivergent young people, offering a calm and supportive environment throughout the day. Drop in, take your time, and explore sensory play, creative activities, and gentle, engaging experiences designed to support comfort and regulation. Whether you’d like to join in, explore at your own pace, or take some quiet time away from the main event, these spaces are here for you. All welcome 💛 Creative and Active Balgaddy is led by SDCC Community Dept, Arts Office, and NOISE Music in partnership with Active Cities and South Dublin County Partnership.This event is produced by Creative Connections and supported by SDCC Parks, North Clondalkin Community Safety Forum, Balgaddy Community Centre #CreativeandActive #SDCC #FreeEvent #BalgaddyCommunity

DJ & Beat Sessions 🎧🔥 Creative & Active Balgaddy 📅 Saturday 11 April | ⏰ 10am–2pm Get ready for big tunes and big energy at Creative & Active Balgaddy with @noisemusicsouthdublin ! 🎧The music and vibes will be epic with DJing and beat-making sessions led by Nick and Ryan, bringing a fun, mini club feel inside and outside throughout the day. 🎚️Jump on the decks, play with beats, and try creating your own sounds in a relaxed, hands-on setting. Whether it’s your first time or you just want to have a go, this is your chance to step into the DJ booth and feel the buzz. Drop in, get involved, and bring your energy — this one’s not to be missed ⚡ Contact us at @noisemusicsouthdublin if you have any questions! ________________________ Creative and Active Balgaddy is led by SDCC Community Dept, Arts Office, and NOISE Music in partnership with Active Cities and South Dublin County Partnership.This event is produced by Creative Connections and supported by SDCC Parks, North Clondalkin Community Safety Forum, Balgaddy Community Centre #CreativeandActive #SDCC #FreeEvent #BalgaddyCommunity #DJing

Creative & Active Balgaddy Launch 🎉 📅 Saturday 11 April ⏰ 10am–2pm Join us for a free day of creativity, activity and community in Balgaddy! ☕ Drop in for tea & coffee 🎧 Try the DJ decks 💃 Dance classes for all ages 🏀Basketball 🚴🏽‍♀️Biking 🌱 Planting workshops 🧩 Sensory play spaces 📚 Mobile Library Plus outdoor fun with music, sport and more in the park beside Tor an Rí 🌳 All welcome — come along and get involved! Questions? Contact 085 1290176 Or visit: https://www.sdcc.ie/en/services/sport-and-recreation/arts/events/ The Creative and Active programme brings people together through creative practice, physical activities, local events, and opportunities to connect with others in the community. Creative and Active Balgaddy is led by SDCC Community Dept, Arts Office, and NOISE Music in partnership with Active Cities and South Dublin County Partnership.This event is produced by Creative Connections and supported by SDCC Parks, North Clondalkin Community Safety Forum, Balgaddy Community Centre #CreativeandActive #SDCC #FreeEvent #BalgaddyCommunity

What Grows In the Dark When Ciarán lets his irrational feelings of betrayal and obsession burrow deep inside, they grow into something dangerous, driving him to commit an irreversible act againt his best, and only friend that he knowingly records and plans to hide forever. Writtern and Directed by Kaodi Ukwuani Staring Mason McEvoy as Ciarán John Conway as The Psychologist Nathan Byrne as Lee Tallaght Young Filmmakers are funded by @sdcc_arts

Dance Classes at Creative & Active Balgaddy 💃🔥 📅 Saturday 11 April We’re super excited to have a stellar line-up of dance sessions as part of the Creative and Active Launch! Get moving with a full line-up of dance styles for all ages: 🕙 10–11am: Get Dancing & Moving (ages 3–6) with Ciara Hannon ciarahannonn 🕚 11am–12pm: K-Pop (ages 7–10) with Orna Little @pinkkpopdance 🕛 12–1pm: (ages 10-14) Breakin’ with Cris Diorce @footrocker1 🕐 1–2pm: Hip Hop with Ram Renjargen (Bubble Lock) for Everyone! @bubble_lock From first moves to fresh skills — there’s something for everyone. No experience needed, just come along and join in! Questions? Contact 085 1290176 Or visit: https://www.sdcc.ie/en/services/sport-and-recreation/arts/events/ ___________________________ Creative and Active Balgaddy is led by SDCC Community Dept, Arts Office, and NOISE Music in partnership with Active Cities and South Dublin County Partnership.This event is produced by Creative Connections and supported by SDCC Parks, North Clondalkin Community Safety Forum, Balgaddy Community Centre #CreativeandActive #SDCC #FreeEvent #BalgaddyCommunity #Dance

Open Calls: Artist Bursaries 2026 1. Annette Halpin Memorial Award of €1,000 for young musicians aged 12 - 25years to support Music lessons, Instruments, Masterclasses, Music equipment, Rehearsal costs or Recording costs. ⚡Closing Date: Friday 3rd April 2026 at 4pm 2. EDI (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion) Artist Practice Bursary 2026. €5,000 bursary to support professional artists from under-represented backgrounds living in South Dublin County to develop their artistic practice and professional careers. ⚡Closing Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM 3. Individual Artist Bursary Award 2026 of up to €5,000 to support artists at all career stages and aims to strengthen the local arts sector and expand cultural capacity in South Dublin County. Eligible artforms include: Architecture, Circus, Dance, Experimental Film, Literature, Music, Opera, Street Arts, Theatre, Traditional Arts, and Visual Art. ⚡Closing Date: Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM. 4. EDI Project Bursary 2026 — Socially Engaged & Intercultural Practice. €15,000 to research, develop, and realise an intercultural socially engaged arts project in South Dublin County. ⚡Closing Date: Friday, April 17, 2026 at 4:00 PM Apply Now: / (link in bio) ⚡Seperate deadlines for Queries apply to each Bursary. Please see / for these deadlines for each award. #SDCCArts #Artists #SouthDublinCounty #SouthDublin #Dublin

Closing Soon! ⚡Open Call: Annette Halpin Memorial Music Award 2026 🎸The Annette Halpin Memorial Award supports young musicians aged 12–25 living in the South Dublin County Council administrative area. Funded by South Dublin County Council and the Halpin Family, the award celebrates the legacy of Annette Halpin, a Tallaght singer-songwriter and community activist. Applicants can apply for up to €1,000 to support: 🎵Music lessons 🎷Instruments 🎻Masterclasses 🎧Music equipment 🎤Rehearsal costs 🎹Recording costs Successful applicants will also have access to a recording session at CONTACT Studio with SDCC Arts Office graduate sound engineer Bryan Jardim Fleming. ⏰The closing date for all applications is Friday 3 April 2026 at 4pm. Applications must be submitted online via sdcc.submit.com. Link in bio.

⚡️Open Call: South Dublin Live 2026 ⚡️ 🎵South Dublin Live is a vibrant programme of performances across all art forms, bringing people together in local spaces across South Dublin County and providing a platform for artists to present their work. 🏟️The 2026 programme of indoor and outdoor events will take place from 30 May to 18 September. Proposals are invited from professional performers and producers (from ermerging to established) cultural organisations, and community centres based in South Dublin County with performance-ready work. 🤹🏼‍♀️Applications are welcome across all genres, including music, dance, theatre, spectacle, circus and street arts. 💃🏻🎭🎸 🔌A range of formats will be considered, from small-scale and unplugged performances to larger events. 🎪Outdoor performances are particularly encouraged. Apply via: //show/135 (link in Bio for all open calls) ⏰Submit application by: Thursday 30 April 2026, 4pm #sdccarts #southdublinlive #performance #dublin #events