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​Shared Island

Cruinniú na nÓg has been identified as a key opportunity to increase peer to peer cross-community cultural and creative initiatives between children and young people.

Building on the success of previous years, this year through the Shared Island stream the Creative Ireland Programme is again programming on an all-island basis.

Belfast – Carrick Civic Centre – Circus Céilí with Circusful Belfast – June 6th, 12 noon to 2pm, All Ages – No booking required

Join Circusful, a Belfast based leading Circus arts organisation at the Carrick Civic Centre for a inclusive and joyful day celebrating the day of creativity in young people.

Derry – Craft Village – Circus Céilí with In Your Space Circus – June 6th12 noon to 3pm, All Ages – No booking required

Strictly Come Circus! There will be circus and dance workshops, performances and lots of fun and creativity throughout the day for all ages and abilities to enjoy!

Belfast – The MAC – Youth Theatre Island – 3pm to 4:30 pm , Ages 12+

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The MAC welcomes Youth Theatre Island on 6 June for an all-island celebration of youth
theatre created in partnership by Youth Theatre Ireland and Theatre & Dance NI. Expect
brand-new short plays and devised performances — fearless, funny and full of the spark
that happens when young artists take the stage.

Performing youth theatres:

  • Droichead Youth Theatre
  • Griese Youth Theatre
  • Brassneck Youth Theatre
  • Rostrevor Cultural Centre

Fermanagh – Share Discovery VillageExplore and Wonder – 2pm to 5pm , All Ages

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Explore and Wonder is a gentle, sensory-friendly creative day designed especially for children
with additional needs and their families. Explore and Wonder offers a range of creative
workshops including printing, bush craft, circus skills, messy play and much more. Children and young people can enjoy a welcoming, inclusive environment where they can explore, express, and
discover creativity at their own pace. 

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