What is our Research?

We are working to ensure that our programmes and initiatives are informed and driven by best practice, as well as review and evaluation. In conjunction with our policy and research function, we aim to explore and evaluate key thinking and new knowledge in relation to its work and development.

How does it work?

The Evaluative Register

Led by Create, Ireland’s national development agency for collaborative arts, we, together with Fingal Arts Office Public Art Programme, the Engagement and Learning Programme at the Irish Museum of Modern Art and the University of Limerick has embarked on creating a new evaluative register for collaborative practice. The aim is to make cogent and salient arguments, informed by the critical concerns of collaborative /socially engaged practice at both an institutional and most particularly a policy level.

How can I get involved?

This initiative is in development. We are also keen to hear from you if you have identified a need in relation to research (contact below). To keep updated on this work, sign up to our newsletter at the link in the footer.

Other research

What is the Bealtaine Evaluation?

Each year we conduct an evaluation which surveys our audiences, partners and national organisers to ascertain key feedback and information on the festival. From the evaluation we yield quantitative information such as the numbers attending events, the numbers of partners, the numbers of events, and how much is expended on festival events. However, perhaps more significantly we also gather more information on who is coming to our events, how they view our events and what they would like to see more of, as well as other critical feedback.

How does it work?

Following the festival in May, we conduct this evaluation using a combination of organisation survey and desk work, as well as collecting audience surveys distributed through the festival partners.

How can I get involved?

Every year after the festival, audience surveys will be made available to attendees. For news on Bealtaine Festival events, surveys, and evaluation, sign up to our newsletter at the link in the footer.