Theatre Festival: Dublin Arts and Human Rights Festival

In Solidarity: An International Celebration of Arts and Human Rights

Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality and Front Line Defenders, and a range of partners, present the 5th annual, international Dublin Arts and Human Rights Festival from the 13 to 22 October 2023.

Smashing Times are delighted to present events as part of the Theatre in Palm project on Sunday 15 October. On Sunday afternoon, we will feature a talk, two short performances, and a workshop by different organisations within the Theatre in Palm cohort, while Sunday evening will see two longer performances, and a post-show with all those taking part from Theatre in Palm. These events are open to the public.

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The festival showcases and highlights the extraordinary work of human rights defenders in Ireland and around the world, past and present, and the role of the arts and artists in promoting human rights today. The festival celebrates community connections and a world where all people are treated equal with dignity and respect.

The festival is supported by The Arts Council of Ireland and is a hybrid programme delivered over 10 days and hosts an exciting blend of events happening in-person and online, featuring Irish and international artists and guest speakers, reaching audiences locally, nationally, and internationally. There is something for everyone interested in the arts for equality, human rights and diversity.

The artistic curator for the festival is Mary Moynihan, Artistic Director, Smashing Times and the human rights curator is Laura O’Leary, International Events and Promotions Coordinator, Front Line Defenders.

Join us to illuminate stories of courage and inspiration and to share stories of ordinary people who stand up for human rights. We bear witness to, and remember the past, explore the present and celebrate the future linked to equality, human rights and diversity for all.