Artist Support - Crow's Books

We are delighted to welcome artist Paula Mongey and harpist Mary Louise O'Donnell to Draíocht for a day of Artist Support in our Studio, ahead of 2 days of performances of their sensory storytelling experience Crow's Books.

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Long ago, crows circled high over campfires, listening to the stories of humans being carried in the air.

Created by artist Paula Mongey and harpist Mary Louise O'Donnell, Crow's Books is a sensory storytelling experience rooted in Irish folklore, where stories are felt, seen and heard through live harp music, shadow play and movement. Children are invited to mix their own natural inks and make their very own Crow's Book, so come dressed for the occasion.
Wed 28 - Thu 29 Oct 2026 , 10.30am & 12.30pm
Duration 45 mins
Age guideline: 10.30am Age 3-5 yrs | 12.30pm Age 6-8 yrs

Artist Support Series

Draíocht is recognised as a creative hub and laboratory space and invests significantly in the development of artist's practice by the provision of benefit in kind support such as space, technical support, admin/marketing support and specialist expertise. We offer a wide range of opportunities to artists i.e. commissions, residencies, artist studios/rehearsal space, co-productions, co-commissions, seed funding, mentoring.

Our Artist Support Series, launched during Covid-19, has helped 79 artists in 2020, 50 artists in 2021, 74 artists in 2022, 53 artists in 2023, 31 artists in 2024 and 71 artists in 2025, with the provision of free rehearsal and creative space. Space to rehearse, write, create, film, dance, think & plan... whatever is needed!

With thanks to our funders Fingal County Council & The Arts Council.

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