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PHOTOGRAPHY Rich Gilligan Rich Gilligan, Cherry O
rchard, 2010 The First Draft is an artistic homecoming, bringing internationally influenced work back to the roots of photographer Rich Gilligan’s creative journey. The exhibition revisits Gilligan’s early projects created around Blanchardstown which are presented as non-sequential vignettes exploring the complex relationship we often hold with the places that shape us, inviting audiences to experience a dialogue between past and present. Still and moving image installations will transport visitors into the rich tapestry of life within subcultures, where transient moments explore the process of coming of age. A true celebration of Blanchardstown and beyond, this exhibition is an invitation to reflect on the places that hold our roots, and how they resonate across generations and geographies. 19 Feb - 03 May, Draíocht draiocht.ie DANCE MANY MEs By Rocío Dominguez Argentinian dance artist Rocío Dominguez reflects on her personal experiences of transit, loss, and rebirth. Echoes of a sister’s death, the lingering wounds of a violent love relationship, and the ache of a distant home intertwine in this stunning piece of work. In Many Mes, Rocío is joined on stage by a hologrammatic version of herself, created by visual artist Ross Ryder, a hologram that acts in turns as a memory and a partner. Fellow Argentinian, music composer Ingrid Bocek has drawn on sounds from Ireland and Argentina, sounds of water, and of spoken text, to create the soundscape for Many Mes. Project Arts Centre - The Space Upstairs 18th February, 7:30pm projectartscentre.ie gig Zoh Amba Trio Enthusiastic Eunuch programs another zinger as Tennessee composer, saxophonist, and flutist Zoh Amba visits us for the first time with Chris Corsano (Drums) & Nick Dunston (bass). Her music blends jazz, noise, and devotional hymns, a sound which has earmarked her out as one of the hottest young talents in the American avant garde scene. Her debut record O, Sun was produced by the legendary John Zorn and she has collaborated with a variety of high profile musicians such as Jim White (Dirty Three), legendary bassist William Parker and Brian Chase (Yeah Yeah Yeahs). Corsano is an acclaimed free jazz drummer who has worked with Björk, amongst others and his presence makes this show a must see. Arthur’s Blues & Jazz, Thomas St Thursday 6th March 2025 arthurspub.ie 45