Irish Studies Program at Hofstra University

Events Calendar

Fall 2011

All events are open to the public and free unless otherwise noted!

Thursday, September 15

Irish Studies Performances: Concert by Larry Kirwan

Time/Location: 6-8:30 p.m.
Description: Kirwan, the lead vocalist and guitarist for Black 47, will perform songs and read from his latest novel Rockin' the Bronx. Kirwan's songs, books, plays and musicals capture and shape facets of contemporary Irish American identity. Co-sponsored by Hofstra University Honors College.

Thursday, October 13

The Secret of Roan Inish

Time/Location: 6-8:30 p.m. The Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center, California Avenue, South Campus
Description:Written and directed by John Sayles, the film skillfully plays with the myth of the selkie — seals that can shed their skins to become human. Based on a novel by Rosalie K. Fry, the influence of the film's theme and cinematography can be seen in several subsequent productions. After the film, discussion will be facilitated by Margaret Burke, assistant professor of library operations, Hofstra University.

Thursday, November 10

Hunger

Time/Location: 11:10 a.m. Cultural Center Theater (across from Axinn library entrance)
Description: This is a dramatic performance based on the Great Irish Famine, featuring Sean Tegtale and Ros Tegtale.