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My Friend Selkie

My Friend Selkie is a heart-warming tale of friendship told by dancers, Niamh O'Loughlin and Laura Booth, and original live music by Quee MacArthur!

My Friend Selkie

About My Friend Selkie

14th June 2025
2.30pm
Paisley Arts Centre
Paisley Arts Centre New Street, Paisley PA1 1EZ
Adult £11 / Child £6
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A heart-warming tale of friendship told by dancers, Niamh O’Loughlin and Laura Booth, and original live music by Quee MacArthur (Shooglenifty).

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“a child-like delight.., a gentle space where audience interaction is encouraged...a charming introduction to Scottish folk tales, landscape and music”

4 Star The Skinny Aug 2023

*from Celtic seaboard myths, a Selkie changes from a seal to a person by removing& hiding their coat.

Age 3-8 years

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