Summer Show Series ‘Seisiún’ coming to Dundalk's Oriel Centre
A weekly Summer Show Series ‘Seisiún’ will take place in July and August in the beautiful historic surroundings of Dundalk Gaol.
Each Summer at the Oriel Centre, a weekly Summer Show Series ‘Seisiún’ is curated, and presented in July and August, in the beautiful historic surroundings of Dundalk Gaol.
This evening of high quality traditional Irish entertainment is led by the some of this region’s most talented traditional musicians, singers and dancers, most of whom are multi All Ireland title holders in music, song and dance and is curated and produced by Oriel Centre manager Kay Webster.
Artists include flute players Kay Webster-Dooley, Kerrieanne McArdle. Lauren Carr & Oisín Ó Maoleoin; harpers Rachael Dooley & Ryan Martin, uilleann piper Padraig Donlon; guitar, Paul McMahon; fiddle, Ursula Byrne, Lorraine McMahon, Ellen Webster and Dervla Marron; concertina Jaymee Martin; bodhran/ button acc Jack Ridley; banjo, Fionn Marron; mandolin, Bee Malone; singers, Pearse McMahon and Bríd Dooley; and featuring wonderful dancers from the Dervla McGee School of Irish Dance .
As part of the celebration of Irelands Presidency of the Council of EU, the Oriel Centre ‘Seisiún’ will focus on the deep connections between its members and branches across Europe and the world, providing a unique and authentic entertainment experience of Irish traditional music.
It is a show filled with music, song, dance, followed by an informal session where audience participation is encouraged and supported.
“Visiting artists are most welcome to perform, and we are always delighted when our visitors bring a song or tune to share from other regions or countries”, a Oriel Centre spokesperson said.
Comhaltas Seisiun provides an opportunity for all to experience and be entertained by the vibrancy of our Irish Cultural Traditions, including the cupán tae.
Seisiún will run on the following dates – July 2nd, 9th, 16th, 30th and August 13th.
“Join us in the Oriel Centre Dundalk Gaol on the 2nd July to launch Louth County Councils exciting schedule of events celebrating the Irish Presidency of the Council of European Union.
Doors open at 7.15pm followed by a wine reception. The Summer Show will kick off LCC’s events schedule at 8pm.
The Oriel Centre is Comhaltas’ NE Regional Centre based at Dundalk Gaol, with support from Louth County Council.
Tickets available for this very special event are available on www.orielcentre.ie