How to Catch a Star 4 - 30 Dec 2025
We are delighted to welcome Branar back, this festive season, to The Ark with their gorgeous sell-out show How To Catch a Star.
Once there was a boy who was always looking up. He dreamt of having a star as a friend. This is the story of his adventure.
Based on the beloved book by award-winning Irish author Oliver Jeffers, Branar are proud to present How to Catch a Star.
This adaptation combines puppetry by Neasa Ní Chuanaigh & Cillian O Donnachadha with stunning puppets by Suse Reibisch. With a magical original score by Colm Mac Con Iomaire and directed by Marc Mac Lochlainn. Branar’s signature storytelling creates a show which reminds us all to follow our dreams.
This is a non-verbal show.
Curricular Links...
Attending and reflecting on theatre performances with your class will explore many of the key strands of the Drama and English curricula, particularly in relation to: examining the relationship between story, theme and life experience; using insights arising out of dramatic action to draw conclusions about life and people; receptiveness to language; competence and confidence in using language; emotional and imaginative development through language; reflection on drama and listening and responding.