The Children of Lir - R&D at The Mount Without
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"Special one-off WIP performance of creative folk theatre, drawing on ancient Irish mythology for a surreal and dark tale by Owl on the Roof. The Children of Lir were doomed by their evil witchy stepmother to live as swans by day - Tchaikovsky started here!"

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A event held at The Mount Without on Monday 18th September. The event starts at 19:30.


Aoife’s family tree is wilting. The clutter and mess of old memories needs tidying away before her childhood home can be sold. Aoife reconnects with her sister's windower - Lir. Lir brings the children to the house in an attempt for them to reconnect with their mother and her lineage. However, the house seems to respond to Aoife. When the children act up or push her away, it begins to steal them away one by one.

‘The Children of Lir’ is inspired by a dark fairy story from Celtic folklore. Owl on the Roof presents this mythic tale with their signature style of original movement, music and surreal storytelling.

Tickets are tiered with three categories:

Concession – If you don’t have the cash right now, don’t worry; book this rate

Standard – If you can afford to, please book this rate; the extra money you give will support us and our work

Pay It Forward – If you’re feeling generous and you have the means, please consider choosing this rate. Each Pay It Forward ticket subsidises our community events and helps more people experience the delight of watching live theatre.

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