Irish Massachusetts

The  Boston Irish Tourism Association  (BITA) has named two concerts as Events of the Week in Boston: Friday, September 28 Celtic Thunder Shubert Theatre Boston Friday - Sunday, September 28-30 Hamnet  ( runs through October 7 ) Emerson Paramount Theatre Boston "The fall season in greater Boston and indeed New England is rich in cultural performance, as typified  by these two entertaining shows, Hamnet and Celtic Thunder," said Colette Quinlin of BITA.  "Visitors and locals alike can enjoy these and other great shows coming up in the coming months." Here is a calendar of October and November cultural events promoted by BITA.

Celtic Thunder , one of the most popular Irish bands to ever play on PBS stations and around the world, is coming to the  Boch Center Shubert Theatre  in downtown Boston on September 28 , part of a ten year anniversary tour that features its new deluxe double CD, Celtic Thunder X. Boston Irish Tourism Association is giving away a free pair of tickets to the show.   Enter thecontest here and check back on September 26 to see if you’re the winner. Or, you can purchase tickets to Celtic Thunder online , to ensure your seat at one of the most enjoyable live shows you’ll see this season. Here is a list of upcoming shows at the Boch Center this season.  For year round details on Irish activities in greater Boston and throughout New England, visit IrishMassachusetts.com .

The Boston Irish Tourism Association and ArtsEmerson are giving away two pairs of tickets to Hamnet: Dead Center, an amazing play in which Shakespeare's only son takes center stage. The tickets are available the weekend of September 28-30 or the weekend of October 6-7.  Enter the contest here.    You can also purchase tickets online for any of the shows, from September 20 through October 7, 2018. Created by Dead Centre Theatre Company in Dublin , Hamnet is a moving, meticulous, multimedia show that explores how ambition clashes with family responsibilities in a way that rivals Shakespearean tragedy itself. Here is a calendar of upcoming ArtsEmerson events in the 2018-2019 season. Find year round Irish events in greater Boston by visiting IrishBoston.org .

The Blackstone River Theatre welcomes back the popular Yves Lambert Trio on Sunday, September 16 at 7:00 p.m.   To receive the advance purchase ticket option, call in your reservations to 401-725-9272. Tickets are $16 in advance or $20 at the door. The Yves Lambert Trio showcases the unique connection between maturity and youth by creating a new world of poetry and celebration. Yves Lambert's charisma and talent, coupled with Tommy Gauthier and Olivier Rondeau's virtuosity and passion, the nuances of their arrangements and their distinctive harmonies make this trio a one-of-a-kind musical experience. Read more about the Blackstone River Theatre and its Executive Director Russell Gusetti . Here is a schedule of upcoming concerts at BRT this fall. Find more Irish/Celtic events in New England by visiting IrishMassachusetts.com .

Altan , one of Ireland's top traditional music ensembles, is performing at the Irish Cultural Centre in Canton at 8 p.m. on Friday, September 14.  Tickets to the show are $35 and can be purchased at the venue. Based in County Donegal, Altan has toured the world over the past 35 years introducing audiences to a pure, authentic brand of traditional music fused with a contemporary flair and urgency. Its newest release, “The Gap Of Dreams,” came out in 2018 on FreshGrass partner Compass Records, and fiddler, singer, and founding member Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh was the recipient of the Gradam Ceoil/Traditional Musician of the Year in 2017, one of the highest honors in Irish music. Here is a schedule of upcoming activities at the Irish Cultural Centre . Find year round details on Irish events in Massachusetts and New England by visiting IrishMassachusetts.com .

Blackstone River Theatre is kicking off its fall season on Saturday, September 15 with a concert by The Mediaeval Baebes , a popular female singing group whose version of “Alleluia” is featured on the hit PBS series Victoria .   Tickets are $28 in advance by calling 401-725-9272, or $32 the night of the performance. Using lyrics from mediaeval and romantic texts and setting them to original scores using medieval and folk instruments, the group presents an amazing traditional show that captivates audiences around the world. The Baebes sing in a variety of medieval languages including French, Spanish, English, Italian, Gaelic, and Swedish.  Read more about the Blackstone River Theatre and its Executive Director Russell Gusetti . Here is a schedule of upcoming concerts at BRT this fall. Find more Irish/Celtic events in New England by visiting IrishMassachusetts.com . 

Tickets go on sale on September 4 for the 2018 Boston Pops Holiday season , one of New England's most iconic holiday traditions.  This year's season runs from December 6 through 31.  Here is the Holiday Pops full schedule . Join conductor Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops at these performances, which are filled with holiday music favorites, the traditional Pops sing-along, and a visit from Santa Claus himself! Started in 1973 by Boston Pops Conductor Arthur Fiedler, these concerts take place in the magical atmosphere of world-famous Symphony Hall that is beautifully decorated to evoke all the magic and charm of the season. The kids matinee performances are geared toward younger children, are shorter in length with no intermission, and feature a post-concert visit with Santa Claus.   Seth MacFarlane  After Christmas, don't miss the favorite holiday movie, Home Alone, along with live accompaniment.  The season ends on a highlight on December 31,