The Art of building Bridges

After beginning our journey at Pausa Caffè in Dublin last February, we have since built cultural bridges in Bologna, London, Valencia, and Dublin. To conclude this year, we chose the theme "The art of building bridges" to celebrate the connections we’ve created and the communities we’ve united through art and solidarity.

This evening honours the impact of art in bridging diverse cultures while supporting the humanitarian work of Emergency.

As with all our events, the proceeds will be split equally: half will go to Emergency, the Italian NGO founded by Gino Strada that provides free medical assistance in crisis zones, while the other half supports the talented artists who make the evening possible. We’ll also end the night with our traditional tiramisu – a sweet token of gratitude for everyone who joins us in this mission.

Event Details:

Date: November 30, 2024

Time: Starting at 8:00 PM

Location: The Cobblestone, Back Room, Dublin

Purpose: Celebrating the power of art as a cultural bridge and raising funds for Emergency

Featured Artists:

• David Delph – Signature Artist:
  A French poet, musician, and junior architect residing in Bray since 2017, David is deeply involved in architectural projects across Ireland, including the equestrian centre for the NGO Festina Lente. An active musician performing in Dublin and Bray, his work reflects personal struggles, nationalism, the housing crisis, and toxic masculinity, explored through his music and poetry.
• Pilar Paradela:
  Spanish harpist Pilar brings a unique blend of harmony and passion, bridging the cultures of Spain and Ireland through her evocative performance.

• Ned Dunn:
  A spoken word artist from Dublin, Ned honed his craft at open mics like The Circle Sessions and Smithfield Creatives, and even hosted his own stage, Juno Beats. Having collaborated with artists across Ireland and beyond, including a stint in the U.S., Ned has performed at Electric Picnic in 2023 and 2024 and at Workman's main room in 2022. His work has been published in Pay Attention Collective magazine, and he looks forward to future adventures.
• Diana & Raul, Tango La Cumparsita:
  Tango is the dance of embrace and connection. Diana and Raul, seasoned dancers from Colombia and Argentina with over eight years of dedication, joined forces in Dublin to share the beauty of tango. For more than three years, they have taught and organized events that allow people to connect and share experiences through this social dance.
• Barrio Cubano:
  Barrio Cubano transports the audience through timeless Cuban Son classics from legends like Buena Vista Social Club, Compay Segundo, Arsenio Rodriguez, and Faustino Oramas. Led by Fabio Pitino on Cuban tres guitar and vocals, with Claudio Mercante on classical guitar and backing vocals, and Nicolas Severin on percussion and backing vocals, the group brings the streets of Havana and Santiago de Cuba to life.

Join us for this special evening and contribute to a positive impact alongside La Mansarda 🍋.

Let’s close the year with art, culture, and solidarity!

This ticket-based event has proceeds supporting both Emergency and the artists.

Secure your spot and enjoy our traditional tiramisu as a final touch, celebrating with us one last time in 2024!

Ciao :)

Host or Publisher La Mansarda