As the eagerly anticipated 46th Clifden Arts Festival approaches, it continues to uphold its tradition of nurturing artistic passion and fostering creative expression.
This year’s engaging talks and literary events are poised to captivate, educate, and inspire attendees, promising an unforgettable celebration of the written word that will reverberate long after the final curtain falls.
The 46th Clifden Arts Festival proudly unites esteemed authors, poets, journalists, and thinkers, hailing from both Ireland and across the globe. Attendees will immerse themselves in stimulating discussions, gain firsthand insights into the artistic process, and explore the multifaceted dimensions of literature and its profound societal influence.
Kicking off the journey on Wednesday Sept 13, Breandan O Scanaill presents a captivating talk tracing his pilgrimage from Clifden to Santiago de Compostela during the months of April to September 2022.
Following this, author and broadcaster Jim Carney will delve into “Seán Purcell and Frank Stockwell: From Childhood Companionship to Gaelic Football Stardom.”
The poetic enchantment continues as wordsmiths cast their spell, enthralling audiences with the cadence and profundity of their verses. Don’t miss luminaries like Rachael Hegarty, Anne Donnellan, and Pete Mullineaux, whose work has been aptly described as “emotional and tender,” “witty and philosophical,”.
John F. Deane, a luminary in the poetry realm and founder of Poetry Ireland, will share the stage with accomplished poet James Harpur, co-author of “Darkness Between Stars” with Deane.
James Morrissey’s remarkable talk “Garech Browne - Claddagh Records” unveils the rich legacy of Garech Browne, a friend of the late Browne and a distinguished communications consultant and author with a diverse professional background.
Navigating the festival’s intellectual currents, Kevin Cronin’s voyage “The Search for Franklin: An Irish Connection” offers a firsthand account of the Irish-Canadian Franklin Expedition.
Eminent Professor Rose Anne Kenny unveils her latest work, “Age Proof: The New Science of Enriching Longevity,” while Dr. Margarita Cappock’s illustrated lecture delves into the early life and intricate relationship between renowned artist Francis Bacon (1909-1992 ) and Ireland.
In an illuminating session, Kathleen Villiers-Tuthill, an authority on Connemara’s history, paints a vivid portrait of the Clifden workhouse’s final years—a chapter often entwined with the Great Famine—and its shuttering under the Free State government in December 1921.
For an enriching encounter with the world of words, get along to the 46th Clifden Arts Festival, where intellect and creativity converge in a celebration that echoes through time.
For additional information log on to www.clifdenartsfestival.ie
