Culture 5 - your cultural highlights for the next seven days

BOOK: FIA & THE LAST SNOW DEER

Born under the same solstice sky thirteen years ago, Fia and her snow deer Solas have always had a powerful and unbreakable connection. But as Fia's village face a seemingly eternal winter, they turn their sights to Solas and an ancient prophecy that promises the return of sunlight and life, if the ultimate sacrifice is made... Eilish Fisher's verse novel for young readers, set in snowy pre-historic Ireland, is a tale of hope, kindness and the power of friendship, brought to life with stunning illustrations from Dermot Flynn. Eilis talks to Oliver Callan below... (Penguin, out now)

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ART: BRIAN MAGUIRE

This major new exhibition from the celebrated artist and human rights advocate spans two decades of work that spotlights Brian Maguire's repeated quest to draw attention to global injustices, war, and human rights. Focusing on a period of intense productivity for the artist, La Grande Illusion appraises Maguire’s activism in human rights and his efforts to document the shape-shifting nature of war with its far-reaching impact on the poor and our environment, showcasing large-scale paintings from projects in Juárez, Mexico, The Mediterranean, Aleppo, South Sudan, the Amazon, Arizona and Brazil. Make no mistake, this is a major show from a singular force in Irish art (Hugh Lane, Dublin, until March 2025)

FILM: JOKER: FOLIE Á DEUX

Struggling with his dual identity, failed comedian turned homicidal supervillian-in-the-making Arthur Fleck meets the love of his life, Harley Quinn, while incarcerated at Arkham State Hospital... For the eagerly-anticipated sequel to his Oscar-winning box-office phenomenon, director Todd Phillips reunites with leading man Joaquin Phoenix and invites global superstar Lady Gaga and Irish national treasure Brendan Gleeson along for what promises to be one wild ride... Oh and did we mention that it's a musical? (Cinemas nationwide)

MUSIC: CORK FOLK FESTIVAL

Now in its 45th year, the Saturday night act at this year's Leeside bash will be the legendary Paul Brady, playing the Cork Opera House, with festival veteran Frankie Gavin returning to the Opera House the following night with a new De Dannan set-up. In addition to concerts, the festival will feature an array of other events, including a Céilí, lectures, art exhibitions, traditional music sessions, and a trio of outdoor events: a singing tour of Cork City, a crossroads dance, and a food market at Emmett Place. A highlight of this year's festival is the launch of a new book, Reeling Down the Years, written by William Hammond and deep-diving into the festival’s remarkable history (Various venues, Cork city until October 6th)

The Folk Festival at Triskel pic.twitter.com/HcelZrd8Y5

— Triskel Arts Centre (@TriskelCork) September 18, 2024

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