‘Cúrsa Damhsa’ is a short film which symbolises the connection between person and place, exploring how an individual is shaped by their environment. The work is focused on the story of Aaron O’Donnell, co-director and key collaborator. Using dance as a storytelling device, the film reflects Aaron’s connection to Northern Ireland and shows how he has been influenced by the world around him. The structure is split into two parts, placing the same story in conversation with itself and highlighting the methodology used for collaborative storytelling.