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Imagine the world
Samhlaigh an domhan
HAY FESTIVAL
KELLS
28–30 June 2013
Welcome to our first festival in Ireland.Thank you
for coming and for joining this conversation with
international writers and thinkers to imagine the
world both as it is and as it might be.
We are honoured and delighted to be working with
so many partners in Kells and we are deeply grateful
to everyone for their generosity and encouragement,
which have made this festival happen.
The festival is a home for dreaming in public; it is a
rigorous examination of truths and probabilities;
and it is a party to celebrate the power of the word.
Please join us.
Fáilte go dtí an chéad fhéile in Éirinn againn.
Buíochas as teacht agus páirt a ghlacadh sa chomhrá
seo le scríbhneoirí is le smaointeoirí idirnáisiúnta
chun domhan a shamhlú mar atá agus mar a
d’fhéadfadh sé a bheith.
Is cúis onóra agus áthais dúinn a bheith ag obair leis
an méid sin páirtithe i gCeanannas Mór agus táimid
an-bhuíoch as an bhflaithiúlacht agus as an
spreagadh a chabhraigh linn an fhéile seo a
reáchtáil.
Is deis í an fhéile seo chun a bheith ag
brionglóideach go poiblí; is dianscrúdú í ar fhírinní
agus ar dhóchúlachtaí; agus is cóisir í le ceiliúradh a
dhéanamh ar chumhacht an bhriathair.
Bí páirteach linn, le do thoil.
Lyndy Cooke & Peter Florence,
Hay Festivals
Programme details are correct at time of going to press.
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SPONSORS
Cooper Insulation
O’Briens Supervalu
Iona College
Headfort Medical Hall
St Colmcille’s Credit Union
Rose Garden
Agri & Equi Stores
MedSource Medical Services Ltd
Oliver Usher
FBD Insurance
Offex
FloWeb Design
Hogan’s Farm
HOSPITALITY PARTNERS
The Railway Bar
The Bective
Getting To Kells
BY BUS – from Dublin: Bus Aras, Route No. 109. Generally
every 30 minutes until 7.30pm and every 60 minutes thereafter
untill 11pm. From Dublin Airport: Route No. 109A. Generally
every 60 minutes at 20 past the hour; last bus at 11.20pm.
Allow 90 minutes’ travel time. See www.buseireann.ie
for detailed timetables.
BY ROAD – take the M3. Exit at Junction 10 for Kells.
Allow 60 minutes' travel time from Dublin.
MORE INFO – visit www.visitingkells.ie for more info on taxis,
accommodation, eating & drinking.
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PRODUCERS
THANKS
Lyndy Cooke & Peter Florence
Kells Local Heroes, Kells Tourism
Forum, Arts Kellective, Kells
Resource Centre, Kells Arts Club,
Delvin ‘Garradrimna’ Book Fair,
Dublin City Libraries, Bank of
Ireland, Meath County Council Arts
Office, An Garda Síochána
Ceanannas Mór, Meath Civil
Defence, Flexibus, Conradh na
Gaeilge Ceanannas Mór, Derek
Mowlds, Frank Corbally, Jim
Kiernan, Dermot Mulvihil, Tiarnán
de Hál, John Moore, Geraldine
O’Dea, Paul Merton, Eamon Cooke,
Vincent & Olivia Duff, Frances
Tallon, Lucy Dillon, Shauna Rowe,
Mark Smith, Tom Dowling
HAY FESTIVAL TEAM
Penny Compton Box Office,
Paul Elkington Technical Director,
Jesse Ingham Editor, Rhodri Jones
Artists Manager, Bronwyn Lally
Assistant, Pete Ward Coordinator
PRESS
&
PR
Becky Shaw UK &
Christine Monk Ireland
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER
Finn Beales
HAY FESTIVAL DIRECTORS
Revel Guest Chair, Frances Copping,
Lyndy Cooke, Peter Florence,
Nik Gowing, Rhoda Lewis,
Samantha Maskrey & Jesse Norman
PATRONS
&
BENEFACTORS
The Breslin Family New York,
Willie Dolan Australia, Trevor &
Bernie Fitzherbert, Thomas Clinton,
Paddy & Pamela Rogers
HONORARY PATRONS
John Bruton, Bryan McMahon,
Patrick Prendergast
FINANCIAL PARTNERS
Sean P Muldoon & Co. Ltd
LEGAL PARTNERS
Ticket Info
Tickets for all events can be
purchased in advance at
www.hayfestival.org/kells, by phone
via the Hay Festival Box Office on
+44 (0)1497 822 629, or in person
at Books of Kells on the day of
the event.
Tickets will also be available in
advance from Antonia’s Bookstore
in Trim (tel – 046 943 7532) and
from Kells Chamber office
(tel – 046 924 0055).
For further information on visiting
Kells and the Festival, please call
Kells Chamber.
Keavney Walsh & Co.
Venues
TOURISM PARTNERS
Please see the venue map overleaf for
the full list and location of venues.
Kells Tourism Forum, Discover
Boyne Valley, Fáilte Ireland,
Meath Tourism
BOOKSHOP PARTNERS
Antonia’s Bookstore, Trim
Books of Kells, Kells
HOSPITALITY PARTNERS
The Headfort Arms Hotel, Jacks
Porterhouse, The Bective Restaurant
Programme
For the full downloadable
programme in Irish, please visit
www.hayfestival.org/kells
Friends
Why not join the Friends of Hay
Festival Kells? For further information
please contact Geraldine Gaughran
on 046 924 0055.
HAY FESTIVAL KELLS
COMMITTEE
Design
Geraldine Gaughran, Bill Sweeney,
John FitzGerald, John V Farrelly,
Myles Dungan, Jess Olohan,
Des FitzGerald, Belinda Higgins,
Fintan Hogan
www.savageandgray.co.uk
Cover photo: Headfort Bridge
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THURSDAY 27 JUNE
OLIVER USHER’S AUCTION
ROOMS, JOHN STREET FREE ENTRY
Thursday 27 June
2PM
Antiquarian & Rare Book Auction
A pre-festival treasure trove for book-lovers. More than 600 lots,
including a three-volume set of the Book of Kells (Codex
Cenannensis) Verlag edition 1950, volumes of Irish literature, rare
maps, books on 1916 and the War of Independence, topography
and travel books, papers and ephemera from Meath and the
surrounding counties.
7PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND FREE ENTRY
Launch of Kells Type Trail
This year’s Type Trail is a celebration of the legacy of the Book
of Kells and the illustrated text produced by the monks in the
Kells monastic settlement. The annual Type Trail treats modern
typography as an art form at various locations and sites throughout
the town, employing language to celebrate the growing
internationality of the town’s community.
FRIDAY 28 JUNE
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Karrie Fransman
The House That Groaned
The graphic novelist and comic strip creator talks about her latest
novel, about the oddball tenants of a shared London house.
‘A brilliant gothic description of the atomized nature of city living’
– Metro.
[2] 2.30PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Meeting Future Energy Needs
The Eirgrid Debates 1
More than 1.3 billion people currently lack access to electricity,
while a burgeoning global middle class is demanding more. How
can we meet these energy needs while still reining in greenhouse
gas emissions?
[3] 2.30PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND HALL
€4
Tiffany Murray
Reading Literature
A workshop seminar for students aged 16-19 years. Murray,
who was Hay International Fellow 2011–2012, is the author
of two novels, Happy Accidents and Diamond Star Halo.
She is Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at the University
of Glamorgan.
16–19 years
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Friday 28 June
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EIRGRID STAGE (KENLIS SUITE) FREE BUT TICKETED
Friday 28 June
Arena
Join Festival authors and artists for the recording of RTÉ's daily
arts and popular cultural show Arena.
[5] 4PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Owen Sheers
Pink Mist – Reading followed by Q&A
A reading from this verse drama originally
broadcast over a week on Radio 4. Three
school friends return from Afghanistan to
face the consequences of their tours, for
them and the women in their lives. Drawn
from interviews with wounded veterans,
Pink Mist is a lyric narrative of rare dramatic
and emotional intensity. Q&A chaired
by Peter Stanford.
‘Breathtaking, unforgettable’ – Dannie Abse.
‘A phenomenal poem’ – Captain Ed Poytner, 2 Rifles.
Supported by Arts Council of Wales
[6] 5.30PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Dr Bernard Meehan
The Book Of Kells
The expert in medieval manuscripts and Head of Research
Collections at Trinity College Library Dublin discusses aspects of
The Book of Kells, set out in his work of the same name on the
subject, published by Thames & Hudson late last year.
Chaired by Francine Stock.
Supported by Trinity College Dublin
[7] 5.30PM
BRESLIN STAGE
€7
Lisa Dwan
Not I
Lisa reprises her performance of Samuel
Beckett’s play Not I, which she performed to
rave reviews earlier this year on London’s
South Bank. Followed by Q&A session with
Elizabeth Hunt.
‘It was a privilege to hear her’ – The Guardian.
Supported by Yeoman Corporate
Finance Limited
[8] 7PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€8
Germaine Greer
Shakespeare’s Lovers
Shakespeare is the inventor of the comedy of
wooing and wiving; his idea of the lover has
more in common with Justin Bieber than
with Mr Darcy. What can we learn from the
example of Shakespeare’s boy lovers?
Shakespeare’s notions may be closer to female
fantasy than we think.
Supported by Dunnes – The Premier House
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€6
Frank McGuinness and
Nerys Williams
[10] 8.30PM
EIRGRID STAGE
Friday 28 June
Frank McGuinness, the playwright and poet, author of The Factory
Girls and the screenplay of Dancing At Lughnasa, and Nerys
Williams, a native Welsh speaker and recipient of a Fulbright
Scholar’s Award at UC Berkeley, whose latest book is entitled
Sound Archive, read from their collections of poetry.
Supported by Sheridan Insurances
€8
Jeanette Winterson
The Biggest Book Club In Ireland
The author of Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit, The Daylight Gate
and The Passion introduces her fabulous memoir Why Be Happy
When You Could Be Normal?
Supported by RTÉ
[11] 8.30PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Owen Sheers
Calon: A Journey To The Heart Of Welsh Rugby
This year’s Hay Festival International Fellow spent the last year as
Artist in Residence with the WRU and has produced this
astonishing book about sport, about myth, about nationhood and
identity. He talks to Hugh Cahill of RTÉ Sport.
Supported by Informa – The Information Management Experts
[12] 10PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€10
Fred Cooke
Ready Freddie Cooke?
The big man himself, Kells’ own comedian
and author, presents his unique, playful
brand of musical comedy.
‘Comedy genius; he has so much energy that
he could power a small village in the west of
Kerry’ – The Laughter Lounge.
‘High octane, manic brand of surreal genius’
– Munster Express.
SATURDAY 29 JUNE
Guided Tour of Girley Bog
Eco Walk With Oliver Usher
Girley Bog is a site of considerable conservation significance, as it
comprises raised bog, a rare habitat in Europe and one that is
becoming increasingly scarce and under threat in Ireland. The loop
covers a variety of landscape including forest and bogland, where
there is a wonderful variety of birdlife, plants and animals.
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Saturday 29 June
[13] 10.30AM – 12.30PM GIRLEY BOG (TRAILHEAD 7KM
€4
OUT OF KELLS ON N52)
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EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Saturday 29 June
Sustaining A Growing Population
The Eirgrid Debates 2
With the world’s population expected to hit 10 billion by 2100,
the Earth’s capacity to sustain the human population and its
increasing demands remains a critical issue. What are the energy
implications for Ireland? What will be the balance between
technological breakthrough and lifestyle change?
[15] 11AM
BRESLIN STAGE
€2
The Secret of Kells
Film Screening
Follow 12-year-old Brendan as he battles
Vikings and confronts an ancient serpent
god on a mission to locate a legendary
crystal…
Film: 78 minutes. PG.
Supported by Cartoon Saloon
[16] 11AM
CHURCH OF IRELAND HALL
€2
Sarah Webb
Interactive Nursery Rhyme Fun
Join Sarah as she shares Irish and international rhymes from her
popular collection Sally Go Round The Stars with young children
and their parents.
3–5 years
[17] 12PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND
€4
Gabriel Rosenstock
Údar/aistritheoir breis is 160 leabhar é Gabriel Rosenstock, dánta,
haiku, úrscéalta, leabhair do dhaoine óga, drámaí, gearrscéalta, aistí
agus eile ina measc.
Haiku master Gabriel Rosenstock will conduct a bilingual haiku
workshop in Irish and English. Rosenstock's Irish translation of the
haiku of Jack Kerouac, sioc maidine/morning frost, was recently
launched at the Dublin Writers Festival. Internationally known as a
poet and haikuist, Rosenstock's titles include Haiku Englightenment
and Haiku, The Gentle Art of Disappearing (Cambridge Scholars
Publishing). Come and learn how to write and enjoy haiku.
Irish language event
Supported by Foras na Gaeilge
[18] 12.30PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Donna Mullen in conversation
Law And The Environment
What are the benefits to society of an unpolluted environment?
Donna Mullen, a director at The Irish Environmental Network
discusses this and their current Constitutional Campaign.
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€3
Sarah Webb Writing The Book of Kells
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CHURCH OF IRELAND
€4
Energy, Environment and the Economy
The Eirgrid Debates 3
The Government hopes that the energy and environment sectors
will provide strong economic growth and job creation in Ireland in
the years and decades to come. What are the likely developments?
[21] 2PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Tim O’Neill
The Scribe In Ireland: Aspects Of A Long Tradition
The historian and calligrapher talks about the monastic tradition
and its legacy today.
Supported by Smurfit Newsprint
[22] 2PM
BRESLIN STAGE
€4
Ronan Sheehan Saint Colmcille
The novelist, lawyer and founder of the Dublin branch of the
European Centre for Latin delivers a lecture on the old copyright
law of Saint Colmcille that still underscores today’s decisions. This
lively, engaging and entertaining talk firmly ties in the first
copyright ruling of Western Europe with Kells and Tara.
Supported by Smurfit Newsprint
[23] 2PM
THE SECRET OF KELLS ART GALLERY
€3
Fabian Erlinghauser Animation Workshop
An introduction to the characters from The Secret of Kells and
instruction on how to draw them.
Recommended for 9–12 years, but all welcome
[24] 2.30PM
AN SIOPA LEABHAR FREE BUT TICKETED
Gugalaí Gug! Children’s Event
Since its release in 2006, the Gugalaí Gug collection of songs and
rhymes by Galway-based publisher Futa Fata has entertained and
enthralled both children and former children! Join musician, author
and Futa Fata director Tadhg Mac Dhonnagáin accompanied by
his daughter, Róise, for what promises to be a lively and fun-filled
show of song and verse.
“Gugalaí Gug! Cá ndéanfaidh mé néad?” Sin é a dúirt an chircín sa
rann atá mar theideal ar an dlúthdhiosca “Gugalaí Gug” agus is dóigh
nach bhfuil áit níos deise le néad a thógáil ná ag an bhFéile Hay! Bí
ann le Tadhg Mac Dhonnagáin, ceoltóir, scríbhneoir agus stiúrthóir
an teach foilseacháin Futa Fata agus a iníon Róise, le haghaidh dreas
ceoil, rannta, gáire agus spraoi.
Irish language event
Supported by Foras na Gaeilge
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An innovative writing workshop based on the famous book. Sarah
will introduce the Book of Kells in a fun, accessible way and will
help young writers to create an original story idea, based in the 9th
century. She will also help them to design their own Book of Kellsinspired name-script and symbols.
10+ years
Supported by Gormley Pharmacy
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€5
Saturday 29 June
Hay Festival Authors
Authors & Authorities: Who Do We Trust?
Are the main institutions that structure our lives still trustworthy?
The media, the church, major financial institutions – and
politicians’ confidence in these institutions – are in serious decline.
Hay Festival authors discuss with Google’s John Kampfner.
Sponsored by Google
[26] 3.30PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND
€4
Manchan Magan
The writer, traveller and television programme-maker runs through
the pleasures and pitfalls of travel writing.
Supported by Rockfield House Events Venue
[27] 3.30PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND HALL
€2
Tatyana Feeney
Little Owl’s Orange Scarf
An unmissable workshop for children with the
popular author and illustrator. Tatyana will read
from her latest book Little Owl's Orange Scarf
and from her picture book Small Bunny's Blue
Blanket, before helping you create your own
colourful blankets and scarves.
3–6 years
[28] 5PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€6
John Banville
The Booker Prize-winner discusses his story of obsessive young love
and the power of grief, Ancient Light, and previews clips from the
forthcoming film of The Sea. He talks to RTÉ’s Joe Duffy.
Supported by Kelly Brothers
[29] 5PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND
€2
Sarah Webb
Ask Amy Green
Using toys, clothes and photos from her childhood, Sarah will talk
about growing up in Dublin and how she became a writer. She will
also read from the latest book in the Ask Amy Green series, Wedding
Belles (published in September 2013) and take questions from the
audience. Be warned: this may involve some audience participation,
acting and wig-wearing.
10+ years
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Eurig Salisbury and Alan Titley
Scoláire, colúnaí le The Irish Times, úrscéalaí, gearrscéalaí, fabhalscéalaí,
staraí liteartha, craoltóir agus drámadóir is ea Alan Titley.
The Bardd Plant Cymru (Welsh Children’s Poet Laureate) 2011–2013
and Hay International Fellow for 2012–2013 Eurig Salisbury has
published a collection of children’s poetry amd a book of poems, Llyfr
Glas Eurig (‘Eurig’s Blue Book’). Alan Titley is a scholar, columnist with
The Irish Times, novelist, short story and fable writer, literary historian,
broadcaster and playwright. They read from their work and discuss the
riches of the Welsh and Irish languages. Chaired by Sharon ni Bheoláin
of RTÉ News.
Supported by Arts Council of Wales and Foras na Gaeilge
[31] 7PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Gerry Stembridge
The writer, director and actor, co-creator with Dermot Morgan of
satirical comedy radio programme Scrap Saturday, talks about his novels,
The Effect of Her and Unspoken, his tale of Ireland in the 1960s.
‘Extraordinarily vivid, knowing and satisfyingly irreverent’ – John Banville.
‘Gerry Stembridge is an outstanding Irish artist’ – Irish Independent.
[32] 7PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND
€4
Maidhc Dainín Ó Sé
I gComhrá
Óna chéad leabhar, A Thig ná Tit Orm, i leith, tá cáil agus tarraingt i
bhfad is i gcéin ar Mhaidhc Dainín Ó Sé. Foilsíodh a shaothar is déanaí
Punt Isló i mbliana. Labhróidh sé linn, i gcomhrá, faoi seo agus tuilleadh!!
Maidhc Dainín Ó Sé, a man of many talents, is a well-known author in his
native Irish language. An occasion not to be missed, where he will speak to
us in discussion about his works, travels and passions.
Irish language event
Supported by Foras na Gaeilge
[33] 8PM
BRESLIN STAGE
€7
Alex Valentine Lover’s Leap
The singer-songwriter launches his seventh album of
melodic and beautifully-crafted pop music, as well as
playing a selection old favourites. ‘Stunning,
absolutely beautiful’ – Harry Belafonte.
‘The voice of an angel’ – Mariella Frostrup.
Supported by Gormley Pharmacy
[34] 9PM
THE RAILWAY BAR FREE BUT TICKETED
Poetry At The Railway Bar
An evening of poetry and entertainment featuring Gerry Stembridge,
Myles Dungan, Nerys Williams and Sean Rocks, presenter of Arena
on RTÉ Radio 1, with music from
Maidhc Dainín Ó Sé.
Supported by Foras na Gaeilge
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Welsh and Irish
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Saturday 29 June
David O’Doherty
Hang on to your minds: the award-winning
stand-up, fresh from Never Mind the
Buzzcocks, Comedy Live Presents, and his
own series, The Modest Adventures of David
O’Doherty (RTÉ2) is coming to Kells. ‘Can
there be anything more evil than someone
trying their damnedest to give musical
comedy a good name? Dublin’s David O’Doherty not only attempts
this malevolent feat, but succeeds to the point of very nearly
elevating this stand-up subgenre to a true art’ – The Scotsman.
SUNDAY 30 JUNE
[36] 11AM
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
Pádraic Óg Gallagher Potato
The Gallagher’s Boxty House chef looks at the introduction and
assimilation of the potato into Irish culture and cuisine, from its
late 16th-century arrival to its role in NASA’s exploration of Mars.
He talks to Kevin Sheridan of Sheridan’s Cheesemongers.
Supported by Ulster Bank
[37] 11AM
CHURCH OF IRELAND HALL
€2
Sunday 30 June
Babette Cole Laugh Out Loud
A side-splitting session with the swashbuckling children’s author
and illustrator, creator of Princess Smartypants, Dr Dog, Mummy
Laid An Egg and many other best-selling titles. Learn how to write
and illustrate a children’s picture book and join the fun!
[38] 11.30AM
CHURCH OF IRELAND FREE ENTRY
Sunday Worship
All welcome.
[39] 12.30PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€4
JP McMahon Aesthetic Investigations Into The Culinary Field
The celebrated chef will discuss the idea of terroir in relation to
food and art history, specifically looking at how terroir not only
reveals our sense of place but also how we got here.
Supported by Ulster Bank
[40] 12.30PM
BRESLIN STAGE
€5
Karlin Lillington, John Maher and John Kampfner
Blog And Be Damned: Social Media And Libel In Ireland
What constitutes fair comment, as opposed to defamation, on social
media and should the standard be the same as for traditional media?
Is the freedom inherent in social media threatened by the chilling
effect of potential claims for libel? To what extent should tweeters
and bloggers be as aware of the dangers of libel as are professional
journalists? Karlin Lillington of The Irish Times, barrister John
Maher, and Google’s John Kampfner discuss with Myles Dungan.
Sponsored by Google
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Jenny Valentine
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EIRGRID STAGE
€6
DBC Pierre
The Booker Prize-winning author makes a
rare public appearance to discuss his life and
work with Sean Rocks, presenter of Arena on
RTÉ Radio 1.
[43] 2PM
BRESLIN STAGE
€3
Tiffany Murray
The Hay International Fellow 2011–2012 will talk about growing
up with rock stars, and her novel Diamond Star Halo (shortlisted
for the Bollinger Prize and the London Award) to political
journalist Ken Murray.
[44] 2PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND
€4
Peter Fallon and Vona Groarke
Poet, editor and publisher, founder of The Gallery Press, Peter
Fallon reads poems from his published works alongside awardwinning poet Vona Groarke, whose collections include Spindrift,
Juniper Street and Flight.
[45] 2PM
THE SECRET OF KELLS ART GALLERY
€3
Fabian Erlinghauser
Animation Workshop
An introduction to the characters from The Secret of Kells and
instruction on how to draw them.
Recommended for 9–12 years, but open to all
[46] 3.30PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€5
Brendan Lynch
Kells native Brendan, a finalist in 2012’s
Great British Bake Off, has been passionate
about baking for 30 years. Join him as he
demonstrates some of the skills that took him
to the final and talks to Fáilte Ireland Food
Champion Olivia Duff about his plans to
take baking into retirement homes.
For more information & recipes go to www.brendanbakes.co.uk
Supported by the Headfort Arms Hotel
www.hayfestival.org
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Sunday 30 June
The author of Iggy And Me hosts a creative workshop and reads
from her books. Bring your favourite pen or some collage material.
6+ years with parents
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CHURCH OF IRELAND
€4
Jesse Norman
Sunday 30 June
The Michael & Eileen Breslin Lecture: Edmund Burke
Jesse Norman MP, Parliamentarian of the Year 2012, talks about his
new book on the life and works of the great Irish statesman and
political theorist. Followed by Q&A with Peter Stanford.
[48] 3.30PM–5.30PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND HALL
€4
Oisin McGann
A two-hour workshop by the author of Rat Runners. The session
will cover how to generate ideas and how to combine character,
setting and plot to create gripping stories.
8+ years
Supported by Grove Gardens & Open Farm
[49] 5PM
EIRGRID STAGE
€6
John Boyne
This House Is Haunted
The author of The Boy In The Striped Pyjamas and The Absolutist
introduces his new novel. Eliza Caine arrives in Norfolk to take
up her position as governess at Gaudlin Hall on a dark and
chilling night… He talks to Sean Rocks, presenter of Arena
on RTÉ Radio 1.
Supported by Kells Stores
[50] 5PM
CHURCH OF IRELAND
€2
Jenny Valentine
Found Objects
The author of Finding Violet Park and Broken
Soup hosts a workshop about starting a story.
11+ years
[51] 7PM
BRESLIN STAGE
€7
Peter Sheridan
Break A Leg
The Rooney Prize-winning actor, writer and
director presents his one-man show based on
his highly-praised book of the same name.
‘Dubliner Sheridan’s one-man play is a joy to
watch’ – The Buffalo News. ‘Peter Sheridan
writes at the crossroads where hilarity and heartbreak, tenderness
and savagery meet’ – Roddy Doyle.
Supported by Yeoman Corporate Finance Limited
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The Secret of Kells
To further enhance your experience of The Secret of Kells in Kells,
Fabian Erlinghauser will hold an animation workshop at The Secret
of Kells Art Gallery at 2pm on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 June.
See events [22] and [42] in the main programme and book your
tickets now!
Kells Type Trail
See page 7 for information on
the launch. The trail takes place
at various locations around
Kells over the weekend. Maps
available from the Tourist
Information Office.
Carving In A Day
THE RAILWAY BAR FREE
Award-winning sculptors Joey
Burns and Patrick Morris will
spend the day in the garden
sculpting a piece of bog oak to
commemorate the inaugural
Hay Festival Kells 2013.
Kells Heritage
Art Group
SATURDAY 29 JUNE–SUNDAY
7 JULY, 11AM–5PM DAILY
EDMUND RICE CENTRE FREE
An annual art exhibition
showcasing the work of
local artists.
www.hayfestival.org
Victorian
Afternoon Tea
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY
28–30 JUNE, 2PM–6PM
EDMUND RICE CENTRE
Kells Arts Club are hosting an
afternoon tea with literature,
poetry and song.
Arts Kellective
SATURDAY 29 JUNE 4PM–8PM,
SAWMILLS ARTS SPACE,
CHURCH LANE FREE
An annual art exhibition
showcasing the work of
local artists.
Walking Tours
and Visits
Visit www.visitingkells.com
for information on daily
walking tours of Kells town
and trips to other attractions
in the Kells area, including
the Spire of Lloyd, Headfort
House & Mausoleum, Martry
Mill and Colmcille’s House.
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Exhibitions & Activities
The Oscar-nominated animation The Secret of Kells plays a
significant role in Hay Festival Kells. Signed, limited edition prints
from the movie will be launched as a full exhibition at The Secret of
Kells Art Gallery on the morning of Saturday 29 June, running
throughout the weekend.
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