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“The show is centred around traditional Irish music, with Irish dancing woven throughout. It really gives audiences something to both listen to and watch,” she said.<\/p>\n
“A lot of people come up to us after the show and say the songs remind them of their grandparents or something they grew up with. That connection is special.”<\/p>\n
“We cover everything from the ancient Celts right through to more recent history, including The Troubles in Northern Ireland.”<\/p>\n
“We’d like to think people leave not only entertained, but having learned something as well.”<\/p>\n
The show includes narration, a four-piece band playing instruments such as harp, concertina, whistles, guitar and bodhran, and a trio of dancers delivering the fast-paced footwork synonymous with Irish dance.<\/p>\n
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Despite a demanding schedule, which has seen the group on tour for months, O’Meara said the experience of touring and performing for diverse audiences had been rewarding.<\/p>\n
The intimate setting of the Star Court Theatre in Lismore is expected to enhance that experience.<\/p>\n
“To be able to travel and perform like this is something we don’t take for granted,” she said.<\/p>\n
“In smaller venues, you really feel the connection with the audience.”<\/p>\n
“They can see the expressions, feel the emotion, and it really brings the storytelling to life.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A PRODUCTION celebrating Irish dance, music and history will arrive in Lismore as Ireland the Voyage comes to Star Court Theatre as part of a national tour. An afternoon and evening performance will be held at Star Court Theatre on Friday 10 April. The production blends storytelling with live performance, taking audiences on a journey […]<\/p>\n