Here’s the line up of events that we have scheduled for you as part of this year’s Bealtaine Festival celebrations.
All of the events are FREE of charge, all that we ask is that you pre-book your tickets beforehand.
Speak Up Waterford Performance / Public Speaking / Mic Workshop – 10:30am-2pm Sat 10th May
Speak Up Waterford presents a public performance and public speaking workshop in the unique setting of the Garter Lane Studios basement. Led by actor Lynda Gough, this hands-on session is designed to help writers build confidence in performing their work at literary events. Learn microphone technique, voice projection and how to manage your nerves. Ideal for writers and arts professionals alike, you’ll leave feeling ready to step up to the mic and own the stage.
Cinema Paradiso (1988) 2:30pm Tues 13th May
Winner of an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film, 5 BAFTAs (including Best Actor and Score) and the Grand Jury Prize at Cannes, Cinema Paradiso is Giuseppe Tornatore’s heartfelt tribute to the magic of cinema. The story follows Salvatore, a successful film director, who returns to his hometown after 30 years for the funeral of Alfredo, the projectionist who inspired his love of film. As memories of childhood, first love and life’s triumphs and trials return, Cinema Paradiso unfolds as a moving celebration of friendship, nostalgia and the enduring power of movies.
Stone of Strength / Cloch Nirt – 7pm Thurs 15th May
A heartwarming documentary that follows David Keohan, aka ‘Indiana Stones’, on his journey to Inishmeáin in the Aran Islands as he reconnects with the ancient Irish tradition of the Stones of Strength (Cloch Nirt). After barely budging two massive stones 15 months ago, David returns, stronger and more determined, to attempt the lifts again. Alongside local guide Micheál, the film explores Irish language, culture and community in a celebration of heritage and human spirit. A true story of revival, strength and storytelling, the screening will be followed by a Q&A with David and director Paul McDermott.
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry (2023) – 2:30pm Tues 27th May
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry follows a quiet, ordinary man who sets off on an extraordinary journey. Living a modest life in South Devon, Harold feels he’s failed as a husband, father and friend. But when he learns that his old friend Queenie is dying, something stirs in him. What begins as a simple walk to the post box to send her a letter becomes a 500-mile pilgrimage to her hospice in Berwick-upon-Tweed. Believing that as long as he walks, Queenie will hold on, Harold surprises everyone, especially his wife Maureen, as he walks the length of England in a moving story of hope, redemption and quiet courage.
