The Hugh Lane Centenary Print Collection, a prestigious exhibition of prints by 13 of the top names in Irish contemporary art, continues at the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar for the month of July. In a lasting tribute to Hugh Lane's centenary in 2008, the Gallery invited 13 artists to collaborate in creating a unique print collection. Mindful of the concept and the ethos of The Hugh Lane supporting contemporary practice, the resulting prints are as exceptional as they are rare. The Linenhall Arts Centre is delighted to partner with The Hugh Lane and host this unique collection. The work represents a collaboration between The Hugh Lane and artists Dorothy Cross, Willie Doherty, Barry Flanagan and Keith Milow, Louis le Brocquy, Ciarán Lennon, Anne Madden, Elizabeth Magill, Brian Maguire, Brian O'Doherty, Kathy Prendergast, Patrick Scott, Sean Scully and Seán Shanahan. The exhibition runs until Saturday July 31. The Linenhall Gallery is open to the general public Monday to Friday from 10am to 5pm; Saturday’s from 11am to 5.30pm. Admission to exhibitions is free.
Inishbofin writing workshop for adults
Write Away, the Inishbofin creative writing school for adults, takes place from Monday September 13 to Friday September 17. Taking place on the inspirational island of Inishbofin, Write Away is an exciting opportunity to write in an encouraging environment. Organised by the Linenhall Arts Centre, Write Away offers a guided, supportive writing environment, and while the craft of writing will be touched on, it is not the primary focus of the course. It is especially suitable for first-time writers or those who have not yet experienced the positive atmosphere of a writing group; however all levels are welcome. The only requisite is enthusiasm. The course is under the guidance of Jean Tuomey, a teacher with over 20 years’ experience and a passionate enthusiasm for creative writing. Tuomey has led many extremely successful writing projects for the Linenhall.
Write Away takes place from 10am to 1pm daily. Cost per head is €110. (Accommodation and transport to and from the island is not included ). Places are limited, and booking is essential. Booking and further information from the Linenhall Arts Centre. Tel: 094 9023733
Southern Tenant Folk Union at the Linenhall
Explosive folk/bluegrass outfit Southern Tenant Folk Union brings its own unique brand of music to the Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar on Wednesday September 1 at 8pm. Taking its name from a multi-racial union of sharecroppers and tenant farmers founded in Arkansas in the 1930s, Southern Tenant Folk Union delivers a heady brew of old-time, bluegrass, gospel and Celtic folk music. The band comprises the formidable talents of Adam Bulley (mandolin/guitar/dobro/vocals ); Silas Child (double bass/vocals ); Ben Ivitsky (fiddle/vocals ); Ewan Macintyre (guitar/percussion/vocals ); Chris Purcell (guitar/vocals ); Jed Milroy (guitar/vocals ); and Pat McGarvey (banjo/guitar/vocals ). Southern Tenant Folk Union’s third album, The New Farming Scene, has just been released.
