Declan Crowley is new Cultural Programming Manager at the Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston
Declan's primary role will be to curate a diverse lineup of Irish, Irish-American, and Celtic artists to perform at the Centre throughout the year, from musicians, singers and dancers to writers, filmmakers, historians and artists, while catering to a wide audience of people who cherish Irish culture.
Crowley brings a wealth of experience and artistic vision to his new role. Originally from Burnt Hills, NY, he is an eight-time Regional, two- time National, and All-Ireland Champion Irish dancer, as well as a two-time silver and bronze medal holder at the World Championships and a NFAA youngArts™️ Silver Medalist in World Dance,
Crowley began touring internationally with Michael Flatley’s “Lord of the Dance” in 2009, where he played the principal role of ‘Don Dorcha, the Dark Lord’ until 2013. While completing his B.A. in English at the College of the Holy Cross, he served as a principal or featured dancer, dance captain, and associate choreographer with “Irish Celtic,” “TitanicDance,” “Rockin’ Road to Dublin,” “Celtic Fyre,” and several other off-Broadway productions in Asia, Europe, Oceania, and North America.
In 2020, Declan founded Slingshot Artists, a company specializing in independent artist services, and has worked as an art department lead on music videos featuring Joyner Lucas, Mark Wahlberg, J. Cole, Lil Baby, Ty Dolla $ign, and George Lopez. In 2023, Declan was invited by Joanie Madden of Cherish the Ladies to perform for President Biden and other dignitaries at The United States Capitol. A champion céilí band drummer under the late Jimmy Kelly from Albany, NY, Declan also co-produces "Irish Nights" at The Dubliner in Boston, serves as a competitive and dance performance consultant, and has multiple theatrical, production, and film projects in development in the U.S. and Ireland.
"I am deeply honored to join the Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston as Cultural Programming Manager,” Crowley says. “This opportunity allows me to merge my lifelong passion for Irish arts with my dedication to fostering community through cultural exchange. As we continue to celebrate the rich tapestry of Irish heritage at the ICC, I look forward to collaborating with artists and audiences alike to propel our mission forward and keep the magic alive for generations to come.”
"We are thrilled to welcome Declan Crowley to the Irish Cultural Centre family," says ICC Executive Director Jerry McDermott. "His extraordinary talent and deep-rooted commitment to Irish culture make him an excellent candidate to lead our cultural programming initiatives. We look forward to the innovative and inspiring events he will bring to our Centre.”
"Declan Crowley’s appointment marks an exciting chapter for the Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston,” says President of the ICC Board Martina Curtin. "His remarkable talent, coupled with a deep passion for Irish culture, aligns perfectly with our mission. We are confident that under his leadership, our cultural programming will continue to flourish, enriching the vibrant fabric of Irish heritage in our community."
Upcoming cultural programming events at the ICC include Sina Theil’s performance on June 13 at 7 p.m. and Seán Keane's performance on September 20 at 7:30 p.m..
Opened in 1989, the Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston is located in Canton, Massachusetts, less than 10 miles from Boston, on a 46 acre campus complete with cultural stages and classrooms, a library, pub and restaurant, an authentic thatched cottage, playing fields and walking paths.
ICC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and preserving Irish culture and heritage. It offers a wide range of cultural, educational, and social programs for all ages, including language classes, music and dance performances and cultural events.
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