Dumbworld in Conversation: On the Art of Co-collaboration and the future of Opera in the age of AI. When? Friday 1 Dec, 2pm Where? Ireland’s Edge, The Skellig Hotel In this engaging panel discussion, hosted by Dermot McLaughlin, Brian and John will showcase examples of their innovative and award-winning works, three of which will …
We are thrilled to finally share some exciting news with you! Brian Irvine and John McIlduff’s remarkable Street Art Opera The Scorched Earth Trilogy, has been honored with a nomination for the prestigious Ivor Novello Award in the category of Best Stage Work. Dumbworld is bursting with joy and extends our heartfelt congratulations to Brian, …
10th – 20th August Dumbworld presents… A New Topography of Love, The Scorched Earth Trilogy and the beginning of Where We Bury the Bones. Full Programme here A New Topography of Love An opera, infused video game elements played on a bespoke arcade console. Mon 14 – Tues 15 August Free Entry More Info here …
We’re hiring! Fixed-term, part-time contract (4 days) Starting: May 2023 Salary: £35,000 Pro Rata Dumbworld is recruiting a SENIOR PRODUCER who will work alongside the Company Manager and the Artistic Directors, with responsibility for developing and delivering brilliant and innovative multi-disciplinary projects. At least three years of experience producing in the creative industries. A full …
Constellations of Noise | The Engaged Composer Symposium Connecting and Co-creating with Diverse Communities Friday 10th & Saturday 11th March, Cultra Manor (Holywood) Join us for a symposium for composers, artists, musicians, students and any practitioner involved in reaching community groups. Part of the Our Place in Space music programme, in partnership with Dumbworld and …
We are looking for new board members to strengthen the overall mix of skills across the board, and to add to the deep experience and knowledge of existing board members. Further details on the role and how to apply can be download here: link to download. Deadline for applications: Monday 20 March 2023.
We are so excited to bring our opera console to various locations during this year’s NI Science Festival! Running from 16th – 26th of February, there are lots of events for everyone to enjoy! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to play A New Topography of Love. Beginning its journey in Foyleside Shopping Centre, Derry/Londonderry, …
Saturday 15th October ‘Clouds’ was written, created & composed by students at Rice College, Ennis in collaboration with Brian Irvine and John McIlduff for PIMA Fest 2022. The piece was projected onto the wall at Glór, Ennis on Saturday 15th October. Check it out! Huge thanks to all involved (Credits at end of the video) …
Our Brian Irvine has been nominated for an Ivor Novello Award in the orchestral category! À Mon Seul Désir Recorded for BBC Radio 3 earlier in the year. A piece written for Violin, played by Darragh Morgan and the Ulster Orchestra. Commissioned by RTE Symphony Orchestra Read more: https://ivorsacademy.com/awards/the-ivors-composer-awa
19th of October “The Singing Stopped”, A New Topography of Love (Part III) On the 19th of October, Dumbworld premiered a piece written as the third part of a mixed media trilogy that explores aspects of human connectivity, environment, and shared worlds – The Singing Stopped refers to a more fractured construct of existence. One …