Heritage Stage

The good people who run our Heritage Stage have made their schedule available for your Irish Fset weekend planning. And here it is. If there's not something here that interests you...well, maybe you should just stay home. Also, after reading this I've decided that I want my rap name to be "Chunky Seafood Chowder."

Friday
6:00 – 6:50 Irish Travel Workshop
Always wanted to know what a visit to Ireland has to offer? Kathy Sudeikis, nationally recognized travel professional, will provide travel trips along with a Q&A session.

7:00 – 7:50 Irish Gastronomic Scene
Kevin Dundon, award-winning Irish chef, author, and television personality, will demonstrate some quintessential Irish recipes including Cider Glazed fillet of Salmon and Chunky Seafood Chowder.

8:00 – 8:50 Ireland Today
Dublin photographer Fionán O’Connell discusses Ireland’s Place in the World – Before & After the Celtic Tiger.


Saturday
12:00 – 12:50 Hurling & Gaelic Football
Learn the history of these most ancient of sports, their role in Irish Mythology and how the modern Gaelic Games came to be played in Kansas City. Take a camán in hand or try to solo a Gaelic football in this hands-on workshop led by members of the Kansas City Gaelic Athletic Club.

1:00 – 1:50 Tracing Your Irish Roots
Researching the story of your ancestors can bring a richer understanding of your Irish heritage. Barbara Scanlon, National Genealogical Society member, will teach you how to search and explore those records

2:15 – 3:30 Irish Dance Workshop
Breandán De Gallaí is the former Principal Dancer turned Dance Director for Riverdance and has led live and televised performances to millions of people around the world. We are delighted to have him at Irish Fest this year to present a workshop on the evolution of Irish dance from traditional steps to Riverdance through to contemporary Irish dance.

4:00 – 4:50 Irish Gastronomic Scene
Kevin Dundon, award-winning Irish chef, author, and television personality, will demonstrate some quintessential Irish recipes including Cider Glazed fillet of Salmon and Chunky Seafood Chowder.

5:00 – 5:50 History of Riverdance
Join Breandán De Gallaí, Riverdance Director and World Champion Irish Dancer, in a hands-on Irish Dance workshop. Breandán, who has been choregraphing traditional dance from his youth, will show you some basic Irish steps such as jigs and reels that are sure to have you hopping and leaping about to your heart's content. This will be a fun session that is open to all.

6:00 – 6:50 Irish Language
Fionán O’Connell will provide a light-hearted overview of the Irish language - How the English inadvertently saved Ireland’s native tongue. Some audience participation could be involved!

7:00 – 7:50 Fiddle Workshop
Bring your fiddle or come just to listen. Dublin native Siobhán Ní Mhaolagáin has been playing the fiddle since age 8 and will share her tips and experiences.

8:00 – 9:30 Ceili Workshop
If you can walk you can dance! We have Céilí caller Máirtín de Cógáin back once again. There is no need of a partner or a clue of what you need to do. Captain Mackey's Goatskin &  Stringband will sort everything out for you! They will find you a dance partner, teach and call the dances, while entertaining you with stories and songs.

Sunday
11:00 – 11:50 Ireland Food Tourism
A foodie’s approach to travel abroad. Kansas City gourmand, Matt Scanlon, goes to Ireland and will share his search for food experiences and education.

12:00 – 12:50 Ireland Today
Dublin photographer Fionán O’Connell discusses Ireland’s Place in the World – Before & After the Celtic Tiger.

1:00 – 1:50 Broken Hearts
Pat O’Neill, local author of From the Bottom Up, will share stories of the mothers we left behind in Ireland.

2:00 – 2:50 Jim "Mr. Stinky Feet" Cosgrove & Hiccups
Kansas City's favorite kid crooner Jim Cosgrove has been rockin’ audiences throughout North America and Europe for more than a decade, including two performances at The White House. His approachable style has made him a cool favorite on the family concert tour circuit, especially with parents, many of whom have dubbed him the “Jimmy Buffett for kids.” Come prepared to sing and dance!

3:00 – 3:50 My First Gaeilge
Come and learn a few words of the Ancient language of Éireann. Siobhán Ní Mhaolagáin will provide a beginner’s workshop on Irish vocabulary, common phrases and basic grammar.

4:00 – 4:50 Beer Brewing Workshop
How do they make those hearty stouts? Learn the history of the different styles and get recipes to brew your own beer.

5:00 – 5:50 Tin Whistle and Flute Workshop
The tin whistle is the simplest and least expensive instrument in Irish music, yet capable of producing exceptional music. Come learn all about the tin whistle and flute from Kansas City School of Irish Music instructor Turlach Boylan, an All Ireland Champion flute and whistle player.

6:00 – 6:50 Tracing Your Irish Roots
Researching the story of your ancestors can bring a richer understanding of your Irish heritage. Barbara Scanlon, National Genealogical Society member, will teach you how to search and explore those records.

7:00 – 7:50 Bodhrán Workshop
What is an Irish Fest without a bodhrán workshop? Come learn about the bodhrán and listen to Tristan Rosenstock from the Irish band Téada show you how its done.

8:00 – 9:30 Ceili Workshop
If you can walk you can Dance! We have Céilí caller Máirtín de Cógáin back once again. There is no need of a partner or a clue of what you need to do. Captain Mackey's Goatskin &  Stringband will sort everything out for you! They will find you a dance partner, teach and call the dances, while entertaining you with stories and songs.