Ta Tum Tum! is an interactive project designed for children to explore Brazilian culture through live music, creative movement and storytelling! It also explores body awareness and different rhythms used in Brazilian music.Ta Tum Tum! is an onomatopeia inspired by the sounds of drums and percussion. Brazilian rhythms have its roots in Africa and are one of the most recognisable rhythms in the world. Samba is enacted most spectacularly in the Brazilian Carnaval celebrations, which have captured the global imagination in its pulsating rhythms, its decadent revelry, its extroverted performativity and its extravagant exhibitionism.www.tatumtum.com

Pstryk is an interactive music and storytelling performance for children, inspired by the rich folklore and traditions of poland. featuring live music with voice, violin, and double bass, the show invites young audiences into a magical world of polish legends through sound, movement, and imagination, creating an inclusive, sensory-friendly experience that encourages curiosity and cultural exploration.
In “Pstryk!”, we explore Polish onomatopeias (pstryki, skrzypy, grzmoty i pluski!).Designed for children aged 3-6, “Pstryk!” seeks to create an immersive and imaginative space where young participants can delve into the realms of dreams and nightmares. Through a holistic approach, the workshop includes Creative Movement, Creative Voice, Storytelling drawing inspiration from Polish folklore, and Sound Healing to introduce children to the magical world of sounds. “Pstryk!” encourages creativity, self-expression, teamwork and a sense of wonder.

Pututu is an interactive live music performance for children, inspired by the rich traditions of Peru and the Amazon rainforest. Featuring authentic instruments such as the quena (flute) or quijada (donkey jaw), the show invites children to explore Peruvian songs, rhythms, and stories through sound, creative movement, and imagination.In Pututu, young audiences listen, respond, clap, sing, and take part in a shared musical journey. From the highlands to the Amazon, children discover the sounds of birds, rivers, rituals, and celebrations, while connecting with the vibrant cultural heritage of Peru.
Designed for children aged 4–7, Pututu offers an inclusive and sensory-friendly experience that encourages creativity, play, and a sense of wonder.

Caprita-ta! is an interactive music and storytelling performance for children, inspired by Romanian traditions and folklore. Featuring live music with cello, guitar, voice, and percussion, the show takes children on a playful journey through the seasons: winter, spring, summer, and autumn, guided by rhythm, imagination, and song.In Caprita-ta!, children clap rhythms, sing in Romanian, and join in dances inspired by folk celebrations. A lively goat character leads the way, inviting young audiences into a magical world of Romanian songs, stories, and sounds.Designed for children aged 4–7, Caprita-ta! creates an immersive and inclusive experience that encourages curiosity, creativity, and a joyful connection to cultural traditions.

Little Dream is a multi-sensory performance that invites children and their families to journey through the mysterious world of sleep, dreams, and night-time imaginings. With harp, voice, and layers of sound bath instruments, the performance gently shifts between lullaby-like calm and playful bursts of energy, mirroring the way dreams move between comfort, curiosity, and wonder.Designed with young audiences in mind, Little Dream is an intimate, immersive experience. The harp’s delicate tones flow into resonant vocal soundscapes, while subtle textures from crystal bowls and gongs create a dreamlike atmosphere.Children are invited to listen, imagine, and respond — engaging with the performance not just as spectators but as dreamers themselves. Balancing soothing moments with imaginative play, Little Dream explores the themes of light and shadow, safety and adventure, rest and awakening.

Tic Tic Tum! is a playful, interactive dance performance for children, inspired by Brazilian folklore. At its heart is an original story written especially for young audiences — a tale that unfolds through movement, rhythm, and imagination.The performance features dancer Yves Lorrhan, whose energetic choreography brings characters and scenes to life, and storyteller-musician Kasia Eliasz, who guides the journey through spoken word, live music, and soundscapes. Together, they invite children to enter a world where stories move, rhythms dance, and imagination takes centre stage.
Over 35 minutes, children are immersed in a vibrant blend of Brazilian-inspired dance and music. Each moment is designed to be accessible and engaging, sparking curiosity, laughter, and joy. Following the performance, children are invited to join in a lively dance workshop, where they can learn Brazilian-inspired steps and rhythms — turning spectators into participants.

We Can Make a Difference was developed with 6th class students from Scoil Naomh Pádraig Primary School in partnership with artist Kasia Eliasz. Over a series of creative workshops, the students explored the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and reflected on the issues that mattered most to them and their community.
Through storytelling, music, drama, and movement, the group translated these ideas into an original theatrical performance that expressed their hopes for a fairer, more sustainable world. The process encouraged teamwork, imagination, and confidence-building, while giving students a platform to share their voices on important global themes.
This project highlighted the potential of young people as changemakers, showing how creativity can empower children to engage with complex topics in meaningful, playful, and inspiring ways.

Get Together was a multidisciplinary arts programme that brought together individuals from Purple Door and established artists across various disciplines, including dance, drama, visual arts, and music. The project provided participants with a platform for artistic exploration and collaboration, fostering creativity in an inclusive and professional setting.
Over eight weeks, participants took part in a dynamic series of creative workshops across dance, drama, visual art, and music. Each week featured a new guest artist and a new form of artistic exploration.Guest Artists:
Monica Munoz, Patrick Stefan, Bianca Gannon, Michelle Mc Bride, Alessandra Azevedo, Mark Ball, Orlaith Ni Chearra.Get Together 2023 was funded by Creative Ireland and Kildare County Council Art Services.

The Purple Door Dance Programme 2025 brought together some of Ireland’s most inspiring choreographers to work with young people with Down syndrome in a series of creative residencies. The programme created a space for participants to explore movement, expression, and collaboration, while learning directly from leading figures in Irish dance. Each residency encouraged experimentation, celebrated individuality, and nurtured the unique creativity of every performer.Guest artists included John Scott, Jess Rowell, Mateusz Szczerek, Cindy Cummings, Róisín Whelan, Alessandra Azevedo, and Philippa Donnellan.The programme was funded by Kildare County Council Arts Service.

STEREO is a performance with live music by Purple Door which explores the themes of identity and categorisation, with a focus on challenging stereotypes.
Supported by Kildare County Council Arts Service’s First Fortnight Award 2024, in partnership with First Fortnight.
This event is part of Riverbank's programme for First Fortnight 2025.Artistic Director: Kasia Eliasz
Guitar: Gustavo de Morais
Violin: Rafał Szydłowski
Percussion: Fernando Basqueroto
Stage Manager: Emma White
Light & Sound: John Mahon
Co-written by: Sinead (Purple Door)
Venue: Riverbank Arts Centre
Performers: Purple Door
Created for: First Fortnight
Funded by: Kildare County Council Arts Services
Organisation: Down Syndrome Ireland Kildare Brach

A meditative performance exploring climate grief, tenderness, and the quiet power of being kind - to the Earth and to each other
In Blue Skies, sound, silence, and movement come together to explore our evolving relationship with the planet - and with one another. Co-written and performed by Sinéad, a performer from Purple Door led by Kasia Eliasz, this piece invites audiences into a space of calm awareness, where climate grief and compassion gently meet.
Blue Skies offers a pause - a moment to sit with change, to feel with tenderness, and to imagine how small acts of care might ripple outward. It is not a call to urgency, but to presence. To stillness. To the radical possibility of gentleness.
Developed through inclusive, collaborative practice, this performance centres lived experience - celebrating Sinéad’s unique voice as both performer and co-creator.
Co-written by: Sinead Reid (Purple Door) and Kasia Eliasz
Directed by: Kasia Eliasz
Performed by: Sinead Reid
Music by: Gustavo de Morais
Sound Healing by: Kasia Eliasz