• OILEAN - CELEBRATING THE BLASKET ISLANDS

  Monday 2nd to Saturday 14th of August (except 8th) at 8.30pm

  Presented by the members of the National Folk Theatre of Ireland, Oileán (Island) celebrates and explores what life was like on the Blasket Islands in the decades before the last of the islanders left for the mainland in 1953. 

  Oileán captures the essence of this island community, their traditions and customs, their wealth of song and story, their love of life and their strong kinship with one another. 

  

• CLANN LIR - THE STORY OF THE CHILDREN OF LIR

  Monday 19th of July to Saturday 31st of July (excl. 25th)

  Join the cast of the National Folk Theatre of Ireland for this eternal tale of evil and salvation - a story as old as Ireland itself.  The ancient legend tells us that the four children of King Lir were turned into swans by their wicked stepmother, Aoife. 

  Clann Lir portrays the journey of the four Children of Lir as they journey over nine hundred years, but are allowed to keep their beautiful singing voices...

  

Welcome /

Siamsa Tíre, National Folk Theatre & Arts Centre hosts and produces a wide range of arts and entertainment events throughout the year in our arts centre in Tralee, County Kerry, Ireland. This is the home of the National Folk Theatre, rooted in the rich musical and dance traditions of Ireland who present their Summer Season of performances from May to September. Throughout the year we present a vibrant programme of Music, Dance, Drama, Visual Arts, Comedy and Film, as well as Workshops, Masterclasses and Children’s events. Check out this site for information on all our activities and then do come and visit us in Siamsa Tíre, we look forward to welcoming you!

Siamsa Tíre Theatre, Town Park, Co Kerry, Ireland
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