05/10/2026
💜excited to share the first phase of this beautiful project with you all! bígí linn!
Joanne Barry
Jonathan Kelliher
Glic Creative
Patrick O'Keeffe Traditional Music Festival, Castleisland, Co. Kerry
✨ Something very special has been taking shape behind the scenes, and we’re beyond excited to finally share it with you…
Introducing LUACH... Celebrating the Traditions of Sliabh Luachra!
A new project from the Patrick O’Keeffe Traditional Music Festival, Luach brings together traditional music, song, dance and storytelling to share the music, stories and spirit of Sliabh Luachra in a new theatrical setting.
From the hedge schools of the eighteenth century to the vibrant musical community of today, this production explores the people, places and traditions that have shaped our region.
Join us for a special showcase as Luach emerges from a period of research, collaboration and rehearsals, an opportunity to experience the work at this exciting stage of its development.
Directed by Joanne Barry and Jonathan Kelliher of Céim Arts, with Bryan O’Leary as Musical Director, featuring Aidan Connolly, Niamh Dalton, Conor Daly, Seán Fleming, Colm Guilfoyle and Suzanne Quille, alongside vocalist Aoife O’Sullivan and special guests.
Media & Design: Clíodhna Dowling of Glic Creative.
Luach is an initiative of the Patrick O’Keeffe Traditional Music Festival, funded by the Arts Council under the Project Award.
📅 Sunday, 18 October 2026
🕑 Performances at 2pm & 8pm
📍 Ivy Leaf Arts Centre, Castleisland
🎟️ FREE admission — advance booking essential
Reserve your place and be part of this new chapter in celebrating Sliabh Luachra.
👉 Book at https://www.universe.com/events/luach-celebrating-the-traditions-of-sliabh-luachra-tickets-G5ZTMW
Céim Arts The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon Castleisland Chamber Alliance
