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Irish Christmas in America

This atmospheric family-friendly entertainment,rich in history, humor and boundless enthusiasm and now in its seventh year, features lively traditional tunes, evocatively sung Irish ballads and carols, stirring narration bringing to life ancient customs and stories and thrilling Irish dancing. The stellar cast of Irish luminaries includes All-Ireland Fiddle Champion and show producer, Oisin Mac Diarmada, from the award-winning Irish group Teada, returning by popular demand, the ebullient West Kerry singer & button accordionist Seamus Begley, the exhilarating sean-nos (old-style) Irish dancer Brian Cunningham and as special guests this, one of the most ballyhooed vocal acts to emerge from Ireland in recent years, Sony recording artists, Lumiere, comprising the terrific talents of Dingle, Co. Kerry singers Eilis Kennedy and Pauline Scanlon with guitarist Donogh Hennessy, former member of the band Lunasa. Take a memorable glimpse into the enchanting spirit of Christmas as some of Ireland's finest traditional performers bring you on a distinctively Irish journey during the 2011 holiday season. For more, visit the website at www.irishchristmasinamerica.com.