ITMA is delighted to present Drawing from the Well 2021 Episode 4, a video featuring the Dublin singer and instrumentalist Daoirí Farrell exploring the life and songs of Kathleen Behan (1889-1984).
If you have enjoyed this video, Dublin City Libraries (DCL) and the Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA) are delighted to invite you to join us for a live interview and Q&A session Daoirí Farrell on 5 May 2021 at 2 pm (Irish time). To register visit Eventbrite bit.ly/3nmM8A9
Best known as the mother of playwright Brendan Behan, and singer, song writer Dominic Behan, Kathleen Behan (née Kearney) came from a family rich in song, and the traditions of Dublin. She lived through the Easter Rising of 1916 and carried with her a vibrant spirit which she passed on to her children.
The premiere of 'Kathleen Behan: Rebel at Heart' took place on Wednesday 21 April 2021 at 8 pm (Irish time).
Dublin singer and instrumentalist Daoirí Farrell has recorded three albums and toured extensively in Ireland and internationally. Winner of two BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in 2017, he also received three nominations in the 2019 RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards.
Drawing from the Well is a monthly series connecting artists with archival material to inspire new art. It is supported by Bank Of Ireland Begin Together Arts Fund in partnership with Business to Arts.
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