Office of Public Works & Other Voices Announces Livestreaming of Music Series “Anam” from prestigious Portumna Castle

The second of four livestreaming events of the music series “Anam” from OPW Heritage sites takes place on Thursday 16 May 2024. This event will be livestreamed from the historic Portumna Castle and features talented artists such as Moncrieff, Oisín Leech & EFÉ.

Across four episodes, ‘Anam - Songs for Hearts & Minds’ takes viewers on an inspiring musical journey, blending the magic of live performances with the beauty of Ireland's remarkable and significant historic landmarks.

Minister of State with responsibility for Office of Public Works, Kieran O’Donnell T.D. stated:

“Following on from the success of last year’s Other Voices music series as Minister for the OPW, I am very pleased that we are partnering once more with Other Voices and Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. This exciting project will celebrate the links between the arts, culture, history and heritage sites across the country. I look forward to musical performances from some of Ireland's most talented artists – made all the more meaningful by the surrounds of these stunning historical buildings and locations.”

The livestreaming event will shine a light on these historic sites, each of which is an intrinsic part of their local community and economy, and are truly special places for visitors to enjoy. The performances will take place at Portumna Castle, Co Galway; Pearse Museum, Dublin; and Parkes Castle, Co Leitrim. The first of the livestreaming events took place at Ormond Castle, Co Tipperary.

Chairman for the Office of Public Works, John Conlon said:

“I am delighted to announce the livestreaming of Anam – Other Voices in partnership with the Office of Public Works and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. This music series will offer national and international audiences a virtual front-row seat at these unique performances. Anam will showcase uplifting music and song delivered in meaningful and historic heritage settings. I am pleased that we are shining a light on these historic sites- each of which is an intrinsic part of their local community and economy and are truly special places for visitors to enjoy”

The series aims to celebrate established musicians and newly discovered acts. The eclectic line-up boasts a showcase of Irish rising stars, from Waterford’s breakout pop act Moncrieff, Dublin polymath Uly and AWAL-signed viral sensation Sarah Crean to the ferociously creative EFÉ.

Each episode of Anam is available for streaming across the world via YouTube and Facebook platforms of Other Voices and the livestream link . More information is available on www.othervoices.ie

Notes

Anam Livestream Schedule – livestream link .

Thursday 9 May | Ormond Castle, Tipperary

Adrianne Lenker, Uly and Muireann Bradley

Thursday 16 May | Portumna Castle, Galway

Moncrieff, EFÉ and Oisín Leech

Thursday 23 May | Pearse Museum, Dublin

Sarah Crean and Piaras Ó Liorcáin

Thursday 30 May | Parkes Castle, Leitrim

Lemoncello, Martin Hayes with Kate Ellis and Mohammad Syfkhan

Further info on artists is available at the link below - Artist's Biographies

Adrianne Lenker

EFÉ

Lemoncello

Martin Hayes with Kate Ellis

Mohammad Syfkhan

Moncrieff

Muireann Bradley

Oisín Leech

Piaras Ó Lorcáin

Sarah Crean

Uly

Contact Alannah McGhee at digital@southwindblows.ie / +353 86 075 3874 for further details.

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