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See all- THEATRE OF TALES workshop, Thurs 25 Sept + 2 Oct, Garter Lane, WaterfordGarter Lane Arts Centre, Waterford
Ticket is for both sessions of 2 hours each;
Thursday 25 September from 6.30 to 8.30
Thursday 2 October from 6.30 to 8.30Book your tickets here:
THEATRE OF TALES workshop ticketsfolklore Shadow Stages
This two-part workshop invites participants to delve into traditional tales and reimagine them as silhouetted story stages. Designed for group settings such as cultural programmes, wellness retreats, or community events, the workshop is especially well suited to audiences who enjoy slow-paced, reflective creative activities with a storytelling element. It offers a calm and structured environment, encouraging conversation, collaboration, and connection — while making something both playful and meaningful.Between Shadow and Story
The workshop will incorporate a conscious theme of cultural roots and shared narratives, brought into the space through a guided meditation at the start of each session. Participants will be gently encouraged to reflect on stories that have shaped them — whether personal or cultural — and how these might be re-told visually. This theme is carried through quiet journalling after the meditation and can be revisited during a final round of optional sharing in the closing circle.Paper, Pencil, Presence
Participants will work with simple and accessible materials — black and white paper, tracing paper, pencils, card, skewers and string — to create layered backdrops and moveable paper characters. A basic theatrical frame is created by layering paper elements into a stage-like scene, into which hand-held silhouette figures can be placed. While inspiration comes from familiar folktales and fables, the process encourages personal interpretation, experimentation with form and shadow, and playful group collaboration. The workshop is fully guided and requires no prior artistic experience.A Scene Worth framing
At the end of the workshop, each small group will have created a complete shadow stage — with background, framed layers and at least one moving character. These finished pieces act as visual reimaginings of well-known or much-loved tales and can also be used for simple storytelling performances or as displays. Beyond the object itself, the theatre serves as a reminder of the value of shared narratives and the collaborative process of bringing them to life through image and gesture. - THEATRE OF TALES workshop, Sat 27 Sep + 4 + 11 Oct, Garter Lane, WaterfordGarter Lane Arts Centre, Waterford
Folklore tales from around the world come to life through handmade shadow theatres and recorded mini-performances
Pick 2 Saturdays of your choice:
Saturday 27 September + Saturday 4 October
Time: 2 PM – 4 PMSaturday 27 September + Saturday 11 October
Time: 2 PM – 4 PMSaturday 4 October + Saturday 11 October
Time: 2 PM – 4 PM
Venue: Garter Lane, WaterfordBook your tickets here:
BEYOND THE BLUES workshop ticketsfolklore Shadow Stages
This two-part workshop invites participants to delve into traditional tales and reimagine them as silhouetted story stages. Designed for group settings such as cultural programmes, wellness retreats, or community events, the workshop is especially well suited to audiences who enjoy slow-paced, reflective creative activities with a storytelling element. It offers a calm and structured environment, encouraging conversation, collaboration, and connection — while making something both playful and meaningful.Between Shadow and Story
The workshop will incorporate a conscious theme of cultural roots and shared narratives, brought into the space through a guided meditation at the start of each session. Participants will be gently encouraged to reflect on stories that have shaped them — whether personal or cultural — and how these might be re-told visually. This theme is carried through quiet journaling after the meditation and can be revisited during a final round of optional sharing in the closing circle.Paper, Pencil, Presence
Participants will work with simple and accessible materials — black and white paper, tracing paper, pencils, card, skewers and string — to create layered backdrops and moveable paper characters. A basic theatrical frame is created by layering paper elements into a stage-like scene, into which hand-held silhouette figures can be placed. While inspiration comes from familiar folktales and fables, the process encourages personal interpretation, experimentation with form and shadow, and playful group collaboration. The workshop is fully guided and requires no prior artistic experience.A Scene Worth Framing
At the end of the workshop, each small group will have created a complete shadow stage — with background, framed layers and at least one moving character. These finished pieces act as visual reimaginings of well-known or much-loved tales and can also be used for simple storytelling performances or as displays. Beyond the object itself, the theatre serves as a reminder of the value of shared narratives and the collaborative process of bringing them to life through image and gesture. - CHAKRAS workshop, Sunday 5 + 12 Oct, River Cottage, WaterfordRiver Cottage, Kilkenny€25.00
Ticket is for both sessions of 2 hours each;
Sunday 5 October from 2 to 4
Sunday 12 October from 2 to 4Book your tickets here:
CHAKRAS workshop ticketsLed by experienced facilitators at Conscious Crafting, guiding participants through artistic expressions that resonate with its unique qualities.
Participants engage in hands-on activities that encourage personal reflection and expression. Through guided art techniques, meditation, and insightful discussions, they uncover the connections between their creativity and inner energy flow. This holistic approach not only nurtures artistic skills but also promotes emotional well-being and spiritual growth.
Whether you are new to chakras or seeking to deepen your understanding, our workshops provide a nurturing space for exploration and discovery. Join us to embark on a journey of self-discovery, where each brushstroke and colour choice reflects the intricate balance of mind, body, and spirit.
- SLOW AND STEADY workshop, Thurs 9 + 16 Oct, Garter Lane, WaterfordGarter Lane Arts Centre, Waterford€25.00
Ticket is for both sessions of 2 hours each;
Thursday 9 October from 6.30 to 8.30
Thursday 16 October from 6.30 to 8.30Book your tickets here:
SLOW AND STEADY workshop ticketsThreading moments of rest and renewal
This quiet, two-part workshop offers space to slow down and work with the hands in a calm and steady rhythm. It can suit a wide range of participants and works well in settings where unhurried focus and gentle conversation are welcome, such as community spaces, retreat environments, or wellbeing programmes. The session invites participants to move gradually from reflective thought into a simple tactile activity, creating a relaxed atmosphere that encourages presence and ease.Drawing inward
The workshop takes its cue from the image of a caterpillar preparing for its cocoon — gathering nourishment and then pausing to rest. This idea is gently introduced through a short guided meditation, followed by journalling on times when participants have felt safe, calm, or wrapped up in care. The theme of cocooning serves as a thread throughout the session, framing the making process as a way to settle, recharge, and store quiet energy for what lies ahead.Tracing and threading
Participants begin by sketching their caterpillar design on a printed template sheet. Once they are satisfied with their design, it is transferred onto a small wooden plank. The plank is painted white before small nails are tapped along the design’s outline. In the second session, coloured string is wound between the nails to form the shape. All materials are provided, including templates, coloured threads, and shared tools. No prior experience is needed, and the process is broken down into clear steps while leaving room for individual choices in colour and pattern.A pause made visible
Each participant completes a small string art piece that reflects their own pace and presence during the workshop. The finished work carries subtle traces of the time and care invested in its making, offering a personal reminder of moments set aside for rest and renewal. It can be kept as a quiet marker of this pause before turning outward again.