Events Archive: Ages 8-12

The Ark presents a tale for ages 8+ about magic, music, and hair by Wayne Jordan & Tom Lane.

In this relaxed hands-on workshop, artist Gabi Mc Grath will introduce children to the multi-sensory process of felting.

An adventure for ages 6+ written by Fionnuala Gyax, directed by Maisie Lee. There is an emergency in the village of Lúminaria and only Lúna can save them.

A visual art world building and play-making workshop with Duffy Sheppard Mooney & Darren Yorke for ages 5-12.

For TradFest 2025, join artist Debora Adachi to create your own magical beings inspired by Irish folklore, for young adventurers aged 5-12.

Bring The Ark to your Classroom with our suite of theatre on demand!

This festive season, following its hugely successful run in 2023, The Ark is proud to present The Giggler Treatment, a marvellous, mischievous new musical based on the novel by Roddy Doyle, perfect for children of all ages.

For Science Week 2024, come along to explore the weird and wonderful world of ‘creepy crawlies’ with wildlife expert Éanna Ní Lamhna and artist and illustrator Duffy Mooney Sheppard in a fascinating science-art workshop. For Ages 5-12

Come along and enjoy a fun-filled creative imagination workshop with author and facilitator Jen Wallace inspired by her hilarious new book Dinosaur Pie.

Filmed this year following a successful run of in-person shows at The Ark, The Making of Mollie by Anna Carey is available to stream on-demand into your classroom, home, community centre, and more this Culture Night – no matter where you live – as part of our Live From The Ark programme.