THISISPOPBABY presents Una Mullally’s Grianstad, a solstice audio experience, dedicated to Manchán Magan.
Grianstad is an immersive audio experience designed for listening timed to the winter solstice sunset. Created by Una Mullally, with sound design by Jane Arnison, presented by THISISPOPBABY and supported by 14 arts venues around the country, this is a collective experience for listeners, wherever they are.
Grianstad (winter solstice) invites audiences to take a moment to reflect, to gather with friends or experience solo, and mark the closing of the shortest day of the year as the light fades. This moment of transition signals to us that brighter times are on the way. Audiences are encouraged to use headphones, to journey outdoors towards the sunset, and to take in the light.
Originally presented in 2022, this special adaptation of Grianstad is dedicated to the memory of Manchán Magan. Manchán inspired so many people around the world to engage more deeply with land and language, the natural world, and the interconnectedness and ancestry that generates and underpins us all.
Tickets
Grianstad is free but ticketed, with a suggested donation of €10 to the charity Hometree where Manchán was a trustee. Registration opens on 27 November. Once registered, audiences will receive an email on 21 December with a link to the piece.
Credits
Grianstad 2025 is mixed in Dolby Atmos by Jane Arnison and features Colm Mac Con Iomaire, MayKay, Ben Castle, Adam Matthews and Julie Fogarty.
Created by Una Mullally with Jane Arnison, Julie Fogarty, MayKay, Ben Castle, Adam Matthews, and Colm Mac Con Iomaire. Art Direction by Niall Sweeney. Project Management by Hannah McDonald.
Supported by An Táin, glór, Mermaid Arts Centre, Pavilion Theatre, Riverbank Arts Centre, South Tipperary Arts Centre, The Abbey Theatre, The Dock, The Gate Theatre, The Glens Centre, The Mick Lally Theatre, The Playhouse, Visual, and The Droichead Arts Centre.