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Call for Artists

January 13, 2012

Call for Artists

CALL FOR ARTISTS

Draíocht is currently seeking submissions from artists for an exhibition in Draíocht or a Residency in Draíocht's Artist Studio.

APPLYING FOR AN EXHIBITION

Draíocht’s next submission deadline is Friday 23 March 2012.

This is for work to be exhibited from March 2013 on wards.

What to include in your application?
You should include a covering letter, and an up to date CV. You should state when you are available or want to show your work. You should also include a description of the proposed exhibition, especially if it requires the gallery to be adapted, AV equipment, or any other special requirements. If possible you should also indicate if you are applying for the Ground or First Floor Gallery. It is useful but not necessary to include a statement about your practice. Most importantly you should include between 8 and 16 good quality images of your work, either on slide, photograph or CD. Each slide or image should be clearly marked with your name. Colour laser copies are also acceptable.

How long does an exhibition last?
Varies from 8-12 weeks depending on the annual programme.

Where do I send my application?
Emer McGowan, Director, Draíocht, The Blanchardstown Centre, Dublin 15, Ireland

APPLYING FOR A RESIDENCY IN DRAÍOCHT'S ARTIST STUDIO

Draíocht is currently accepting applications for residencies starting in July 2012 in our Artist Studio.

What to include in your application?
You should include a covering letter, and an up to date CV. It is useful but not necessary to include a statement about your practice. Most importantly you should include between 8 and 16 good quality images of your work, either on slide, photograph or CD. Each slide or image should be clearly marked with your name. Colour laser copies are also acceptable.

Further information about applying for an exhibition in Draíocht or a Residency in Draíocht's Artist Studio from:

Emer McGowan, Director, Draíocht // Tel: 01-8098027 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

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By Draíocht. Tags: Visual Arts

Get involved in 2012

January 12, 2012

Get involved in 2012

How can you get involved?

There are so many ways you can get involved with Draiocht during 2012 …

Buy a ticket for an event, be it comedy, music, drama, panto, an evening class or workshop / Call in to our Betelnut Café and enjoy a coffee or lunch or treat your children to our 5 euro children’s menu and small play area / Enjoy our free exhibitions in our two Art Galleries – consider purchasing a piece of art for your office, or for a colleague, perhaps as a wedding present / Become a member of our Friends Scheme for as little as €100 / Make a donation to help us put on more Free Family Art Days on Saturdays and Special Needs Arts Days / Join our Music Club or Film Club / Name a Seat in our auditorium for you or an organisation – we will engrave a dedication on a brass plaque just for you / Hire one of our Meeting Rooms for your meeting/interviews/course / Consider Fundraising for Draíocht - if you're running a marathon, or bag packing or having a coffee morning – do it for us / Like us on Facebook and tell all your Friends! / Enjoy our YouTube Channel / Sign up for our Free Ezines and pick exactly what you'd like to receive, from Music to Dance and Drama to Comedy ... or ALL OF THE ABOVE!

We hope to see you in 2012!

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Draiocht Christmas Opening Hours

December 5, 2011

Draiocht Christmas Opening Hours

Draiocht Christmas Opening Hours 2011/2012:

Open as usual until Friday 23 Dec.

Sat 24 – Tues 27 Dec, Closed

Wed 28, Thurs 29 & Fri 30 Dec, Open 11am-4pm

Sat 31 – Mon 2 Jan, Closed

Tues 3 January onwards, Open as normal, 10am-6pm, Mon to Sat.

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By Draíocht. Tags: Blanchardstown

Christmas Gift Vouchers and Gift Ideas

December 2, 2011

Christmas Gift Vouchers and Gift Ideas

Gift Vouchers & Gift Ideas

We know just how hard it is to think of original and thoughtful gifts for your special somebody. So, here are a couple of ideas to help you out ...

Buy a Gift Voucher from Draíocht’s Box Office for any amount you like (from €5 upwards), which your friends and family can use at their leisure throughout the year to attend any event they choose. Gift vouchers are available from the Box Office: 01 885 2622

Buy a Buddy Membership for children under 14. For a mere €30 our Buddies receive lots of benefits including a membership card, €2 discount on all young peoples workshops and events in Draíocht, a card on their birthday and copies of posters from any children's shows in Draíocht.

Buy a Friends Membership, a great present for the regular attender. For just €100 our Friends enjoy mega discounts on most shows (shown with the F symbol on ezines, brochures and website), and invitations to gallery launches and special occasions, 10% off art from our Galleries, as well as two free tickets per year to a show of their choice AND two free tickets on their birthday.

Buy a Music Club Membership, great for the music enthusiast. For just €20 our Music Club Members receive a range of benefits including Advance Mailings, Priority Booking and Reduced Rate Tickets to music events (tickets usually under €10).

Or for the ultimate in sophistication you can BUY A SEAT - for just €300 you can put your loved one’s name or a dedication on a seat in our main auditorium and make them part of Draíocht’s history – forever! We will engrave a plaque with the dedication of your choice.

Phone Aidan Gately in Marketing now for more info on any of these Gift Ideas, Tel: 809 8024 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)