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06 Sept 2025

Hundred Little Hills brings authentic gig theatre experience for children

Hundred Little Hills brings authentic gig theatre experience for children

The Land of a Hundred Little Hills featured at Backstage Theatre Longford

Inspired by Patrick Kavanagh’s “A Christmas Childhood” poem, The Land of a Hundred Little Hills is a touching story about a young boy whose life was full of wonder, fantastical adventures with his friends, and a deep connection with nature and the world around him. 

However, after growing up moving away from home, he somehow lost his wonder along the way. Can his childhood book of memories help him to rediscover it? Can he reconnect with the magic of childhood once again?

Using a combination of live music, puppetry and animation The Land of a Hundred Little Hills is a joyful, moving, and action-packed musical tale.

A unique, authentic gig theatre experience for children ages 6+ that vividly and intimately celebrates the wonder of childhood; exploring how the ordinary can become extraordinary in the eyes of a child.

Co-produced by Ceol Connected, the National Concert Hall and Draíocht Arts Centre. Commissioned by the Patrick Kavanagh Centre and Monaghan County Council and funded by the Arts Council.

Tickets are €5 at Backstage Theatre website https://backstage.ie/events/the-land-of-a-hundred-little-hills/. For school bookings please call us on 043 33 47888.

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