Luke Kelly Festival: Celtic UtopiaCLUB 18+90 min
Synopsis
Celtic Utopia tells the story of a ne w Ireland and its vibrant music scene, but also that of a post - colonial society wrestling with its heritage. A society where folk music carries both the oppression of the past and the dream of a bright future. The Irish folk music renaissance sees artists coming from punk, hip - hop, and beyond, rediscovering an ancient tradition and taking it in unexpected directions. In Celtic Utopia , they take us on a ballad tour around the island, telling stories and singing songs to try to understand their past and to he al their colonial wounds. Archive footage ties the present moment to Ireland’s troubled past, and creates a rich portrait of an island coming to terms with its first 100 years of partial independence
Smithfield Square comes alive on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May as the Dublin City Council Luke Kelly Festival returns. Celebrating the life and legacy of one of Dublin’s most iconic voices, this free, family-friendly event is a weekend of live music, storytelling, films and community-led events inspired by Luke Kelly’s lasting impact on Irish culture.
Light House is delighted to be partner with Dublin City Council Luke Kelly Festival this year with two very special screenings: Dennis Harvey & Lars Lovén’s award winning feature-length music documentary Celtic Utopia on Saturday evening at 6.30pm and In Time: Donal Lunny, a film that celebrates the lasting legacy of one of Ireland’s most iconic and influential musicians, which screens on Sunday evening at 6:30pm.