Auditions... from the beginning

Passing on the traditions... Finuge in the early days

  In 1974 the first ‘tithe’ Siamsa was built in Finuge in North Kerry and the second the following year in Carraig, in the Chorcha Dhuibhne Gaeltacht. It was in these houses that the training in dance, music and song was delivered to students over a period of three years. For those who showed promise they progressed to an advanced class in Siamsa Tíre Tralee and from there to the company’s community cast.

Learning the Tin-Whistle

This Friday in Teach Siamsa na Carraige, West Kerry, and on Saturday in Siamsa Tíre, Tralee the traditional auditions continue. It is advisable for the young people auditioning to have a song and an Irish dance prepared for the audition.  Our training and development officer, Anne O’Donnell has been visiting local schools to encourage young people (aged 7 to 12) to try out their skills this weekend. Auditions are by appointment only – please contact the box office at 066 7123055 to book an appointment. Good Luck!