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A BOOK on the life of Fr Pat Ahern will be launched this Friday at Siamsa Tíre.
‘Forging The Dance — A Theatrical Exploration Of The Concept Of Folk Theatre And The Birth Of Siamsa Tíre’ will be launched by Minister For Education Norma Foley at 5pm on November 18 and the event is open to all.
The book in his words details his life from his early exposure to the arts as a child in Moyvane, onto his years in the priesthood, how he came to found Siamsa Tíre the National Folk Theatre of Ireland, the journey it has taken him on over the years and his other involvements in the arts.
The launch is open to all and Fr Pat will be signing copies of the book which is also available at O’Mahony’s Books in Castle Street.
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