The Voice of Artist & Child when creating art for young people
How could complex conversations with young people inform the creation of art? How could a strong artistic voice support the voice of the child?
In this practical adult workshop facilitated by theatre maker and director Em Ó Ceallaigh we will explore the tensions and possibilities in youth consultation in the development of art, drawing on ideas from dramaturgy practice and Philosophy for Children (P4C). We will explore facilitation skills and apply concepts in discussion and collaborative exercises.
This workshop is open to all practices and experience levels, but draws on theatre practice to inform child consultation. Please come in comfortable clothing and ready to play.
If you’re interested in this workshop, you may also be interested in Making Space for Children’s Thinking and the Thinking Studio to learn more about the P4C approach, with Dr Michela Dianetti and Dr Lucy Elvis, University of Galway.
Em Ó Ceallaigh is a theatre-maker (director, dramaturg, facilitator, writer). Em creates art for a variety of audiences with play and integrity. Em is a Branar Meitheal Artist 2025-26, and has a Mentoring Residency with Draíocht 2026-29.
Previous work: Síomha and the Otherworld (story/director), Riverbank Arts Centre, dlr Mill Theatre, and axis: Ballymun; Future Stories (co-director; co-writer; script editor), Smock Alley Theatre, First Fortnight Festival 2026 (2024-26); An Chos Eile (stiúrthóir) axis (2023), Oireachtas na Samhna (2024); Engagement Director and Artistic Director of Super Paua (2019-22/22-23).