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News7. 10. 2018

New Michael Flatley film Blackbird premieres in London this month

The famous Irish dancer brings his talents to the big screen. Michael Flatley’s eagerly awaited first film will have its world premiere at the Raindance Film Festival in London this week. „Blackbird‘ was written and directed by „Lord of the Dance“ star Michael Flatley. The film tells the story of troubled secret agent „Blackbird“ who… more

News5. 9. 2018

The real story behind Danny Boy, the beloved Irish ballad

Love it or hate it, but „Danny Boy“ holds its position firmly – as one of the most popular and recognizable Irish songs of all time. See the mystery behind it unravelled by Irish-American author Malachy McCourt. Many Irish people have a love/hate relationship with the popular song „Danny Boy.“ The opening lyrics are sure… more

News1. 9. 2018

What you need to know about County Kerry

How many of these fascinating factoids about the Kerry Kingdom did you know? From the county motto to Tom Crean, spectacular countryside and Charlie Chaplin! Here’s what you need to know. With stunning sights such as the Ring of Kerry, the Dingle Peninsula, and the Skellig Islands, County Kerry is one of the most famous… more

News30. 8. 2018

Why Irish dancing has lost its way and needs to change

Ridiculous dance costumes and wigs are costing Irish dancers dear. What does an average American family live on after they buy the latest dress for their Irish dancing daughter? Baked beans? That’s the first question that non-Irish dancing people (call us Muggles) ask ourselves after visiting the endless websites that specialize in the buying and selling of these eye-popping… more

News12. 8. 2018

Reasons why a United Ireland is definitely on the way

A leading expert argues that a united Ireland is now unstoppable and a question of when rather than if is the only thing left to be decided. The debate about Irish reunification is now alive and kicking, with endless chatter over the last year about the prospects of a historic border poll taking place in… more

News7. 8. 2018

Interesting facts about the lovely County Clare

From the Cliffs of Moher to Bunratty Castle, the River Shannon to the Wild Atlantic Way County Clare is one of the most popular counties for visitors from Ireland and abroad alike but how much do you know about „The Banner County“? County Clare, in the west of Ireland, is a wonderful place to visit… more

News6. 8. 2018

Remembering George Bernard Shaw with ten of his wittiest quotes

The only man in the world to have won a Nobel Prize for Literature (“Pygmalion”) and an Oscar (for the screenplay of “Pygmalion”), George Bernard Shaw was a rare wit, journalist, author, and iconic Irishman, born on July 26, in 1856. He died on November 2, 1950, at the age of 94 while he was working on… more

News23. 7. 2018

Interesting facts about Cork Harbor

The second largest natural harbor in the world, Cork Harbor in the south west of Ireland helped shaped Irish and world history today. Cork Harbor, on the south coast of Ireland, is the second largest natural harbor in the world after Sydney Harbor in Australia. It has helped to shape world history and today is… more

News23. 7. 2018

Michael Flatley’s new movie is remake of Casablanca starring…Himself!

Somewhere between Humphrey Bogart and James Bond the Lord of the Dance has revealed a new poster for his directorial, writing and acting debut, his new movie Blackbird. Michael Flatley released a new poster for his upcoming movie, Blackbird, which will be his directorial, writing and acting debut. Fulfilling a life-long dream of making a… more

News22. 7. 2018

Drogheda welcomes Fleadh Cheoil Na hÉireann 2018

County Louth town will play host to the world’s largest celebration of Irish music, song and dance this August. Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2018 is the largest celebration of Irish music, song and dance in the world and its coming to Drogheda, County Louth. This year’s Fleadh, which is sponsored by the Credit Union, will… more

News15. 6. 2018

James Joyce quotes on love and life in honor of Bloomsday

From „The Dead“ in „Dubliners“ to „Ulysses“ to „Finnegan’s Wake,“ James Joyce quotes carry wisdom on everything from love to writing. They also include some quick wit and fabulous lines about Ireland and about life. On June 16, Ireland and the world celebrate Bloomsday, a day commemorating James Joyce and the events of his novel… more

News5. 6. 2018

How will be BSS 2018?

YES! Bernard’s Summer School 2018 will be held! In the past weeks we were very unsure as there was only a small number of registration sent in comparison to the previous years but you, who have already proceeded your registrations by the deadline of the 1.6.2018, you have convinced us that there is still demand… more