Christmas from a Celtic Table
Monday, November 29, 2021 at 8pm
Presented by Kerry Irish Productions Inc. and Irvine Barclay Theatre

This performance will include a 20-minute intermission.

Visit our Merchandise Table where you will find a wonderful selection of goods perfect for your holiday stockings!

WELCOME!

We have selected a variety of readings for you tonight from modern Irish poetry to classic short stories familiar to all of you. We have included a short story written by Irish actor Sheelagh Cullen ("Christmas in our House") and read by the author herself tonight; two poems by Kerry poet Siobhan de Bhal; and Hans Christian Andersen’s "The Little Match Girl." Some of what you will hear tonight includes: "‘Twas the Night before Christmas," "The Magic of Christmas," "Journey of the Magi," and "Mrs. Fogarty’s Cake!" The Kerry Voice Squad will sing traditional carols, including "Carol of the Bells," "The Boar’s Head," and "The Twelve Days of Christmas." Added to this will be superb dance from The Kerry Dance Troupe led by world champion dancer Tyler Schwartz and traditional music from The Kerry Traditional Orchestra. We hope you enjoy our weaving of magic for you through the art and beauty of storytelling, song, dance and music! 
— Kerry Irish Productions Inc.

Five years ago a search began for three classically trained voices that would be equally at home singing the classics and traditional Irish songs. The search brought together a team of extraordinary artists and The Kerry Voice Squad was born! Since then, the ensemble has performed in over 50 U.S. cities to date with Kerry Irish Productions Inc.

"Our Irish culture matters: we come from it, we are shaped by it, we identify with it, we draw from it, and we must celebrate it!"
-Margaret O'Carroll, CEO Kerry Irish Productions Inc.

Kerry Irish Productions Inc. is a Los Angeles-based production company established by Margaret O’ Carroll, a native of Tralee, Co. Kerry, Ireland. Kerry Irish Productions Inc. presents Irish projects in performing arts centers throughout the United States. The company has created successful productions, including An Irish Christmas, seen on PBS; Christmas from a Celtic Table; An Irish Hooley; St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland; In an Irish House Music Series; The Heart of an Irishwoman; and Celtic Wings, a new production tracing the journey of the Celtic people to the Irish landscape.

The company has become an integral part of Irish music in America, proudly promoting Ireland and its rich traditions of music, song, dance, storytelling, poetry, and literature. Furthermore, Kerry Irish Productions Inc. continues to work with leading corporations nationwide and internationally, providing high-end entertainment for corporate events.

Kerry Irish Productions Inc.
www.kerryirishproductions.com
Margaret O' Carroll, President