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Celtic Utopia

Celtic Utopia tells the story of a new Ireland and its vibrant music scene, but also that of a post-colonial society wrestling with its heritage.

A society where folk music carries both the oppression of the past and the dream of a bright future. The Irish folk music renaissance sees artists coming from punk, hip-hop, and beyond, rediscovering an ancient tradition and taking it in unexpected directions.

A ballad tour around the island, telling stories and singing songs to try to understand their past and to heal their colonial wounds. Archive footage ties the present moment to Ireland’s troubled past, creating a rich portrait of an island coming to terms with its first 100 years of partial independence.

Directors | Dennis Harvey, Lars Lovén | 90 mins | Ireland-Sweden | 2026

Film screenings are subject to confirmation / change

Celtic Utopia (Útóipe Cheilteach) is a remarkable film that portrays the folk music scene of Ireland and its relationship to its history.Loud and Clear Magazine

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  • The Source Arts Centre, Cathedral Street, Thurles, County Tipperary, Ireland E41 A4E8
7th Oct 2026
  • 8:00 pm
  • boxoffice@sourcearts.ie
  • +353 504 90204