Support
As a non-profit organisation, DANCE CORK FIRKIN CRANE relies on the support of many different Government agencies, organisations and individuals to develop and support dance in Cork.
By becoming a Friend, Donor or Sponsor, you can help us to support dance artists in Cork and bring this exciting dance form to life for the people of Cork and Ireland.
There are a number of ways that you can support our work – outlined here. We would also be delighted to speak to you about ideas you might have to be involved with supporting dance in Cork – our Executive Artistic Director, Laurie Uprichard, would be delighted to meet and speak with you in this regard: laurie@firkincrane.ie
Photo credit: Helga Deasy, State of Flux, 2021, Photo by David Hegarty
MAKE A DONATION
As a non-profit organisation, we very much rely on support and investment by agencies, foundations, corporations and individuals. By making a donation – no matter how small – you are supporting Irish artists to create new work and bring bright new dance experiences to more people in more ways.
Donate Now – click here
Did you know donations over €250 are eligible for tax relief?
As a registered charity, DANCE CORK FIRKIN CRANE can claim tax relief on donations, meaning that your generosity can go even further at no extra cost!
For more information on the scheme, visit the Revenue Commissioner’s Charitable Donations page or you can contact us at info@dancecorkfirkincrane.ie / 021-4507487 and we’ll talk you through it.
Photo credit: Helga Deasy, River Fragments 2021, Photo by David Hegarty
BECOME A FRIEND
Please note our FRIEND programme has been revised as of 24 February 2026.
By becoming a DANCE CORK FIRKIN CRANE FRIEND, you’ll join a culturally curious community interested in exploring dance with us at our intimate and welcoming theatre in Shandon! Benefits include ticket offers, a complimentary glass of wine and discounted studio hire rates.
You can choose the level of annual support and involvement that suits you:
ALLY (€100),
ADVOCATE (€250),
AMBASSADOR (€500)
or ARTIST FRIEND* (€50)
*(this level is suitable for both full and part-time professional artists)
ALLY benefits:
– 10% discount on tickets
– Inclusion in our Friend newsletters for exclusive news and updates including openings, launches and more
– One complimentary glass of wine or other beverage during each season (two seasons per year)
ADVOCATE benefits:
– 20% discount on tickets
– Exclusive Friends updates and newsletters quarterly
– Two complimentary glasses of wine or other beverage during each season (two seasons per year)
– Acknowledgement on our website, season brochures and performance programmes
– Two complimentary tickets annually to a Dance Cork Presents performance of your choice
AMBASSADOR benefits:
– 30% discount on tickets
– Exclusive Friends updates and newsletters quarterly
– Two complimentary glasses of wine or other beverage during each season (two seasons per year)
– Acknowledgement on our website, season brochures and performance programmes
– Four complimentary tickets annually to a Dance Cork Presentsperformance of your choice
ARTIST FRIEND benefits:
– 20% discount on tickets
– Exclusive Friends updates and newsletters quarterly
– Special discounted studio hire rate of €5 per hour (max of 40 hours per annum at this rate)
So what are you waiting for? Sign up here today!
Please note: When following the link above, you will be prompted to sign into / create an account on our booking system Ticketsolve.
This is to ensure you can avail of FRIEND ticket offers and other benefits.
Once signed in to Ticketsolve, you may need to navigate back to this page to finalise signing up as a FRIEND. If you are having difficulty with this process, please contact us on the details below.
If you would like more information, or are having any issues with signing up please contact Andrea Stapleton, our box office manager, who’ll be happy to help: andrea@firkincrane.ie / 021 4507487.
Photo credit: Siobhan Ní Dhuinnín, Bád Shiobhán @ Cork Midsummer Festival 2021, Photo by Jed Niezgoda
CONSIDER A SPONSORSHIP
Sponsorship of an arts event or programme – particularly a dynamic artform such as dance – is a fantastic way to bring your brand to audiences in a fresh and energetic way.
A partnership with DANCE CORK FIRKIN CRANE can create a number of benefits for you, including branding and naming opportunities, customer promotions, tailored events, and more… not to mention a positive association with a non-profit organisation that has developed itself as a presence in the Irish and international arts scene since its foundation 30 years ago.
Interested in a unique association for your brand or business? Talk to us!
Find out more about sponsorship at DANCE CORK FIRKIN CRANE by contacting Laurie at laurie@firkincrane.ie / 021-4507487.
