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Every winter in Whistleberry Forest, a little robin comes to visit and grants the creatures of the forest their very own wish – they can wish for whatever they want! From dripping icicles to gentle snowfall, the delight of skating on an icy river or flying high on a moonlit night, discover the mysteries of Whistleberry Forest in a mesmerising traditional music performance made for children.
Every winter in Whistleberry Forest, a little robin comes to visit and grants the creatures of the forest their very own wish – they can wish for whatever they want! As Ornaith the owl, Sorley the snail, and Faoiláin the frog sing the magic words, the forest is transformed before their eyes into an enchanting wintry wonderland.
From dripping icicles to gentle snowfall, the delight of skating on an icy river or flying high on a moonlit night, discover the mysteries of Whistleberry Forest in a mesmerising traditional music performance made for children.
With musicians Thomas Johnston and Stephen Markham, and visual artist Orla Kelly, A Winter Wish is a wonderfully interactive adventure that is sure to have everyone singing along.
Created and performed by: Thomas Johnston, Orla Kelly, Samantha Harvey
Music composition: Thomas Johnston
Trad arrangements: Thomas Johnston and Samantha Harvey
Puppet design: Emma Fisher
Set design: Deirdre Dwyer, Emma Fisher, Orla Kelly
Multisensory object design: Orla Kelly
Director: Joanna Williams of Little Bigtop Theatre
Musical Director: Thomas Johnston
Producer: Ceol Connected
Developed with the kind support of Draíocht Blanchardstown
