In the heart of Dublin, a group of curious 10-year-olds from all over the city gather to give a fáilte chroíúil to 10-year-old Amal. The children have been preparing for her arrival and have imagined heartfelt, generous, and genuine ways to welcome her in a way she will understand.  The children will present Amal with a bespoke hand-crafted bracelet embossed with their words of welcome in many languages.  Led by the wonder-full and imaginative Branar with performer Zita Monahan, this event features music composed and performed live by Colm Mac Con Iomaire, and bracelet design and ma

Tired, alone and overwhelmed in Dublin City, Amal stops for a little solace. Her attention is caught by bird-like creatures at the park gates. Entering the park to explore, she follows these sprites and suddenly  finds herself immersed in  stories about Irish myth, swans and ravens from multi-award winning dance company Junk Ensemble. With support from the International Literature Festival, Dublin. Learn more the story of Little Amal : www.walkwithamal.org

Down by the River Liffey, Amal is moved by the stories of Irish immigration, as she walks Custom House Quay, the Famine Memorial and the Poverty Stone. She thinks of the millions of Irish who sought refuge, escaped from hunger and had no choice but to put their hope in a far away land and its people. With each step of the journey, Jiggy's infectious energy and sounds transport audiences into a realm where music intertwines with the magic of storytelling.  Jiggy's vibrant world rhythms and Irish melodies serve as a soul-stirring backdrop to Amal's trip through our country’s memories. Spec