Martha (2007) by Manley, Robertson & Wood
Children's theatre; theatre in Kilkenny; theatre history; Irish theatre; professional theatre; performing arts;
<span style="float:none;background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;">Martha doesn’t like anyone. She’s a grumpy reclusive woman living in a hut on the beach. She scares people away with her sharp tongue and her “Keep Out” signs, but she doesn’t bank on meeting an endearingly cheeky goose who can’t read and understand “No”. </span><br style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;" /><br style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;" /><span style="float:none;background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;">The battle that ensues is full of fun and pathos and leads to a friendship that re-kindles in Martha a warmth towards those around her. </span><br /><br />First produced by Barnstorm in 2004 featuring actors Roisin Gribbin & Johnny Hopkins, the play was revived in 2007 with actors Rita Hamill and Gus McDonagh.<br /><br /><strong>2007:</strong> The Barn Theatre, Kilkenny<br /><strong>Tour, 2004:</strong> The Barn Theatre Kilkenny; Dunamaise Portlaoise; Roolaboola Festival; Mullingar Arts Centre; Garter Lane, Waterford.
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
2007
Nuala Roche
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Kilkenny, Ireland - 2000s
StormFest at Kilkenny Arts Festival (2019)
Theatre in Kilkenny; theatre history; Irish theatre; professional theatre; children's theatre; performing arts; festival; arts festival; Kilkenny Arts Festival;
<p>Barnstorm continues its successful partnership with Kilkenny Arts Festival in programming a season of family theatre, a significant storytelling programme.</p>
<p>Supported by Kilkenny County Council.<br /><br /><strong>Family Theatre Programme:</strong> <br /><em>Fly,</em> Teater Patrasket (Denmark); <br /><em>Little Gift,</em> M6 Theatre Company (UK)<br /><br /><strong>Pop-up Storytelling with Niall de Búrca:</strong> <br /><em>Storytelling for Children; </em><br /><em>Storytelling for Teens; </em><br /><em>Storytelling for Adults</em>; <br /><em>Storytelling Workshop for Adults</em>.<br /><br />Logo design by Alé Mercado</p>
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
2019
Nuala Roche
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Kilkenny, Ireland, UK, Denmark, Europe - 2010s
Symposium (2013): The Role of Fairytale in Contemporary Theatre
Theatre research; theatre history; theatre for young audiences; children's theatre; performing arts; fairytales; Brothers Grimm; von Schonwerth;
A 2-day symposium in Trinity College Dublin, about the role of fairytale in contemporary theatre, bringing together speakers from the worlds of theatre, education, literature and psychology. <br /><br />A highlight was speaker Erica Eichenseer, cultural curator in Bavaria, who discovered 500 long-lost fairytales that had been gathered by Franz Xaver von Schonwerth, a contemporary of the Grimm brothers. <br /><br />Keynote speaker was Olivier-award winning playwright Mike Kenny, whose adaptation of the<em> Hansel and Gretel</em> story is produced by Barnstorm Theatre Company. <br /><br />This symposium was funded as part of Ireland's EU Presidency Culture Programme, with support from the Arts Council.
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
2013
Nuala Roche
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Ireland, United Kingdom, Germany- 2010s
The Messenger (2016) by Mike Kenny
Theatre in Kilkenny; theatre history; Irish theatre; professional theatre; children's theatre; performing arts; Decade of Centenaries; Kilkenny County Council Centenary Programme
Christy (Bullet) Brady wants to be the fastest runner in his street. When the Easter Rising kicks off revolution is the last thing on his mind. <br /><br /><em>The Messenger</em> looks at the impact of the Rising on ordinary families like the Brady's. The play offers the opportunity to take a wider view of children's lives in conflict today. For children age 8+ <br /><br /><strong>A free drama workshop</strong> exploring the play's themes was provided to County Kilkenny schools, along with a <strong>Teachers' Resource Pack,</strong> created by local historian and teacher Ann Murtagh. This initiative was funded by <a href="https://www.kilkennycoco.ie/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Kilkenny County Council</a> as part of its <em>2016 Centenary Programme.</em>
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
2015-2016
Nuala Roche
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Kilkenny, Ireland - 2010s
Scaredycats (1999) by Maeve Ingoldsby
Theatre in Kilkenny; theatre history; Irish theatre; professional theatre; children's theatre; performing arts;
<em><strong>Barnstorm has another winner in this production -</strong> </em>Irish Times<br /><br /><em>Scaredycats</em> explores children's fears of change, of loss and 'things that go bump in the night'. Packed with fun, thrills and deliciously scary situations the play's exciting mix of live music, songs, comedy and drama explores the children's efforts to identify and deal with their fears, and their relationship with the adult world. <br /><br />For children aged 6 to 12. <br /><br /><strong>NATIONAL TOUR: </strong><br />Watergate, Kilkenny; Siamsa Tíre, Tralee; Belltable, Limerick; Town Hall Theatre, Galway; Gaiety Theatre, Dublin; Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen; Backstage, Longford; Cork Opera House; Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo ; Rialto Theatre, Derry
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
1999
Nuala Roche
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The Bockety World of Henry and Bucket (2013-2019) - International Tours
Theatre in Kilkenny; theatre history; Irish theatre; Irish theatre on tour; Irish theatre international tours; international tour; professional theatre; children's theatre; performing arts;
<p>"Bockety Brilliance!"- The Irish Times<br /><br />Poetic, humorous and rich in visual antics, the play explores friendship through a day in the life of two friends who have been likened to a modern-day Laurel and Hardy. <br /><br />Written by Sarah Argent, in collaboration with Barnstorm. For children aged 4+ <br /><br /><strong>NORTH AMERICA TOUR 2013:</strong> <br />USA - New York, Florida, Virginia, New Jersey, Kansas and Arkansas. <br />CANADA - Ontario (Kitchener, Kingston, Richmond Hill, Brampton)</p>
<p><strong>UK TOUR 2015:</strong> <br />Edinburgh- Imaginate Festival; <br />Bath - the egg, Royal Theatre Bath; <br />London - Polka Theatre.<br /><br /><strong>SPAIN TOUR 2016:</strong> <br />Madrid - Tetralia;<br />Barcelona - Lasala, Sabadell.</p>
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
Ireland, USA, Canada, Spain 2013-2019
Nuala Roche
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Ireland, Canada, USA, Spain - 2013 to 2019
StormFest at Kilkenny Arts Festival (2017)
Theatre in Kilkenny; theatre history; Irish theatre; professional theatre; children's theatre; performing arts; festival; arts festival; Kilkenny Arts Festival;
Barnstorm continues its successful partnership with Kilkenny Arts Festival in programming a season of family theatre, <span style="float:none;background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;"> a significant storytelling programme</span><em style="background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:italic;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;"> </em>and presenting an exhibition in the Barn Theatre.<br /><br /><strong>Family Theatre Programme:</strong> <br /><i>Queen of Colours</i>, Compagnie Les Voisins (Germany);<br /><i>Katie's Birthday Party,</i> Mary-Frances Doherty (Northern Ireland);<br /><i>Portofino-Ballade,</i> Peter Rinderknecht (Switzerland) <br /><br /><strong>Yurt at the Yard (Storytelling):</strong> <br />Niall De Búrca, Helena Byrne, Simone Schuemmelfeder, Nuala Hayes and Liz Weir. <br /><br />Supported by Kilkenny County Council
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
2017
Nuala Roche
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Kilkenny, Ireland, Europe - 2010s
Monday's Child (2017) by Brendan Murray
Theatre in Kilkenny; theatre history; Irish theatre; professional theatre; children's theatre; performing arts;
<p>Monday’s Child<span style="float:none;background-color:transparent;color:#000000;font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;word-spacing:0px;"> tells the story of the unique bond between an old woman and a little girl. Since Barnstorm's first production in 2014, this poignant, funny and exuberant play has wowed adults and children alike.<br /> </span><br />Brendan Murray's play was developed with input from neuroscientists at the University of Sussex, and the UK Alzheimer’s Society. For children aged 4+<br /><br />2017 UK TOUR:</p>
<p>Cornerstone, Didcot; The Garage, Norwich; The Seagull, Lowestoft; Whitby Hall, Ellesmere Port; Waterside Arts Centre, Sale; Z-Arts, Manchester; The Place, Bedford; Farnham Maltings; Spring Arts Centre,Havant; Gulbenkian, Canterbury; Chipping Norton Theatre; Ashcroft Arts, Fareham; Forest Arts, New Milton.</p>
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
2014 - 2017
Nuala Roche
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Ireland, United Kingdom - 2000s
The Song from the Sea (2011 & 2012) by Mike Kenny
Theatre in Kilkenny; theatre history; Irish theatre; professional theatre; children's theatre; performing arts;
The play focuses on a young boy’s struggle to find his place in his family, and in the wider world. <br /><br />The Song from the Sea focuses on a young boy's struggle to find his place in his family, and in the wider world. Blending storytelling, performance, puppets, music and a beautiful song from the sea, this show is a sensory treat. Mike Kenny's writing shows great empathy with young children.<br /><br />For children aged 4+ <br /><br /><strong>TOUR:</strong> Draíocht, Blanchardstown; Dunamaise, Portlaoise; Garter Lane, Waterford; Íontas, Castleblayney; Backstage, Longford; Mullingar Arts Centre; Riverbank Arts Centre, Newbridge; Droichead Arts Centre, Drogheda;
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
2011, 2012
Nuala Roche
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Ireland - 2000s
The Bus (2008) by Maeve Ingoldsby & Philip Hardy
Theatre in Kilkenny; theatre history; Irish theatre; professional theatre; children's theatre; performing arts;
<strong>The Bus</strong> follows the progress of a boy as he familiarises himself with the politics of the school bus and learns for himself the rules of survival, and acceptance. <br /><br />This is an ensemble piece with seven actors playing multiple roles. The production zings with explosive energy and breathtaking physical hijinks. <br /><br />While the play specifically reflects the child’s world, its universal theme makes it relevant to all ages.<br /><br /><em>"You will be hard-pressed to find a more energised and boisterously funny show for children this year"</em> - The Irish Times<br /><br /><strong>TOUR 2008:</strong> Watergate Theatre, Kilkenny; Backstage Theatre, Longford; Glór, Ennis; Civic Theatre, Tallaght; Mullingar Arts Centre; Town Hall Theatre; Dunamaise Arts Centre, Portlaoise; Draíocht, Blanchardstown; Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo; An Táin, Dundalk; Íontas, Castleblayney; Pavilion Theatre, Dun Laoghaire; Garter Lane, Waterford; Siamsa Tíre, Tralee.
Barnstorm Theatre Company
Kilkenny County Library, Local Studies Department
2008
Nuala Roche
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Ireland - 2000s