Moonlight Dream at Dublin Dance Festival 2026
Moonlight Dream at Dublin Dance Festival 2026
Maiden Voyage Dance is delighted to announce that Moonlight Dream has been selected as one of the 2026 Highlights at Dublin Dance Festival, presented in partnership with The Ark, Dublin. The festival has picked the work out as a key family show for its 2026 Edition, with performances running from 7 – 10 May 2026.
Created by choreographer Georgia Tegou with live music by composer Ursula Burns, Moonlight Dream is a gentle, sensory-rich dance and music experience for children aged 3–6 and their grown-ups. Inspired by bedtime rituals – cosy stories, soft lullabies and quiet moments – the piece follows a curious child, a caring bear and a mischievous fox as they journey through the night sky and discover the possibilities of the dream world.
With a blend of movement, glowing lightscapes and live music, families are invited to snuggle in, unwind together and let imaginations drift towards the moon. The production is relaxed and welcoming, with dedicated relaxed performances, audio description and touch tours available for audiences who benefit from additional access support.
Tickets for Moonlight Dream at Dublin Dance Festival go on sale from 9am, Friday 14 November 2025 via Dublin Dance Festival and The Ark.
Creative Team
Choreographer: Georgia Tegou
Composer & Live Music: Ursula Burns
Performers: Sandy Cuthbert, Janie Doherty, Andrea Madore
Lighting & Set Design: Ciaran Bagnall
Costume Design: Úna Hickey
Technical Manager: Alan Clarke
Artistic Director: Nicola Curry
Company Manager: Nuala McGreevy
Moonlight Dream is co-commissioned and produced by Maiden Voyage Dance, principally funded by the Arts Council of Northern Ireland. It is co-commissioned with Luail – Ireland’s National Dance Company, supported by the Arts Council of Ireland / An Chomhairle Ealaíon.
Performance Dates & Times
Venue: The Ark, Temple Bar, Dublin
Dates: Thursday 7 – Sunday 10 May 2026
Running time: 30 minutes, no interval
Age guidance: 3–6 years and their grown-ups
Relaxed, audio-described and touch tour performances are available on selected dates – see Dublin Dance Festival and The Ark websites for full access information and booking.
Booking:
Tickets available from Dublin Dance Festival and The Ark from 14 November 2025:
Dublin Dance Festival – Moonlight Dream event page
The Ark box office: +353 (0)1 670 7788 / boxoffice@ark.ie