Mount Prospect Irish Fest Schedule 2018
Friday
5:30PM They Might Be Irish featuring Matt Rowley!
8:00PM Larkin & Moran Brothers
Saturday
11:00AM – 2:30PM Irish Dancers – four local Irish Dance Companies
3:00PM The Dooley Brothers
5:30PM The Tooles
8:00PM They Might Be Irish featuring Matt Rowley!
Ireland’s very own, Matt Rowley has risen to fame throughout Ireland as one of the most sought after musicians.
His ability to play the best of Irish songs and mix in contemporary rock makes for a signature night of fun and dance.
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Trinity Irish Dancers
Traditional Irish dancing is tightly choreographed and all attention is directed to the speed and accuracy of the footwork, the spacing of the ensemble, and the precision of the dancers' movements. The dancers' arms are held tightly to their sides. Dances are performed in hard shoes (jig shoes) and soft shoes (ghillies) with steps set to traditional reels, jigs and hornpipes. Hard shoe dances, or step dances, are noted for the thunderous beat from the tap-like shoes. In soft-shoe dances, the dancers execute small jumps, quick beats and ankle-twisting crossover steps. These dances are traditionally performed wearing wool costumes adorned with handmade lace and Celtic embroidery. Web Site |
Dillon Gavin School of Irish Dance
The Dillon-Gavin School has been happily introducing young girls and boys to the joy of Irish Dance since 1995.
The focus and creed of the Dillon-Gavin School is to enrich our children's heritage through the wonderful experience of Irish Dance.
The Dillon Gavin School of Irish Dance teaches both recreational and competitive Irish Dance. Their dancers are invited to perform during the St. Patrick's Day season, participate in an annual recital, and march in local parades.
The competitive dancers travel throughout the world for feiseanna. The Dillon Gavin School of Irish Dance has a vast history of accomplished dancers including Oireachtas Champions and a National Champion. Each year, we qualify many dancers for the World Irish Dance Championships. Web Site
The Dillon-Gavin School has been happily introducing young girls and boys to the joy of Irish Dance since 1995.
The focus and creed of the Dillon-Gavin School is to enrich our children's heritage through the wonderful experience of Irish Dance.
The Dillon Gavin School of Irish Dance teaches both recreational and competitive Irish Dance. Their dancers are invited to perform during the St. Patrick's Day season, participate in an annual recital, and march in local parades.
The competitive dancers travel throughout the world for feiseanna. The Dillon Gavin School of Irish Dance has a vast history of accomplished dancers including Oireachtas Champions and a National Champion. Each year, we qualify many dancers for the World Irish Dance Championships. Web Site
Saol Academy of Irish Dance
The Gaelic word “saol” (pronounced “sail”) translates to “life”, and we believe Irish Dance can provide experiences that will positively impact your child's life. At Saol Academy we recognize that each dancer is unique, and encourage our students to challenge themselves by striving to reach their greatest potential in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. We will work our hardest to support every student’s goals, whether they are interested in competition, performance, or just learning a new skill. Regardless of the dancer's focus, our #1 goal is to HAVE FUN! Web Site
The Gaelic word “saol” (pronounced “sail”) translates to “life”, and we believe Irish Dance can provide experiences that will positively impact your child's life. At Saol Academy we recognize that each dancer is unique, and encourage our students to challenge themselves by striving to reach their greatest potential in a supportive and friendly atmosphere. We will work our hardest to support every student’s goals, whether they are interested in competition, performance, or just learning a new skill. Regardless of the dancer's focus, our #1 goal is to HAVE FUN! Web Site
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They Might Be Irish
Ken Dix & Co, the band who changes their name to best represent each event, comes alive when the theme involves "lucky, green and Guinness!"...Mount Prospect favorites, playing your favorites, jamming it out and always having a great time! This year - they are on the stage BOTH nights, featuring MATT ROWLEY - Direct from Ireland! Be prepared for the BEST IRISH FEST EVER! |
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Dooley Brothers
Chicago's finest blend of Folk, Jazz, Irish and good old Rock & Roll, plus tons of originals and popular favorites from the 40s, 50s 60s and 70s. The Dooleys have been entertaining Chicagoland for over 30 years with their delightful banter and wide musical repertoire. Web Site |
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The Larkin and Moran Brothers
This band is the next generation of Irish. The Larkin and Moran Brothers are a crowd-pleasing band that have taken the traditional Irish music and cranked it up a notch (or ten!)... These guys are fantastic performers and ALWAYS have the tent rockin'! Web Site |
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The Tooles
The Tooles have created their own fiery brand of Irish pub music. Combining traditional tunes with powerful originals and a few favorite pub songs, Amy, Lee, and Kurt bring together influences from Dublin to Nashville, with a bit of Midwestern grit thrown in. New to our event, we are excited to welcome them to their MP Irish Fest debut! Web Site |