My Father's Dragon Exhibition - Cartoon Saloon 2:30pm

My Father’s Dragon Exhibition – Cartoon Saloon 2:30pm

Exhibition

An exhibition for all the family to journey into the magical world of My Father’s Dragon.

Step into a world of hand-drawn animation and get a glimpse of the work involved in creating Step into a world of hand drawn animation and get a glimpse of the work involved in creating My Father’s Dragon.

A collaboration between the Butler Gallery and five-time Oscar-nominated animation studio Cartoon Saloon, this self-guided exhibition experience explores the animated world of the film My Father’s Dragon, directed by Nora Twomey. It is the tale of a boy (Elmer) who steals away from home to fantastical lands where he rescues a dragon (Boris) and they become best friends. Even though the book was written a long time ago, the problems faced by Elmer still connect with readers.

As you wander through the exhibition, you’ll see original art, core working drawings and backgrounds from the film, and learn some of the methods and techniques the animators used to bring the story of My Father’s Dragon to life.

Booking and Further Information

Venue

The Ark
11A Eustace Street
Temple Bar
D
D02 A590

06 Jun 2026

2.30PM - 5.00PM

Age range

5-8

9-12

CONTACT

For more information on Dublin City County Council's programme of events for Cruinniú na nÓg, please contact Alison Clarke
alison.clarke@dublincity.ie

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