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Peig: Queen of Irish Storytellers
Step into the world of Peig Sayers! Join acclaimed actor Nuala Hayes for an evocative evening of storytelling, digital animation by artist Rita Duffy and Aoife Granville's haunting music combined to celebrate Ireland’s Queen of Storytellers.

Step into the world of Peig, and rediscover the beauty, wit, and wisdom of her voice. Join acclaimed storyteller and actor Nuala Hayes for an evocative evening celebrating the remarkable life and legacy of Peig Sayers – one of Ireland’s greatest storytellers as she shares a curated selection of Peig’s stories. Celebrated artist Rita Duffy enhances the performance with live digitally animated drawings and the evening is enriched by live music from Aoife Granville, whose playing evokes the soul of West Kerry.

Peig Sayers (1873–1958) has long been misunderstood. This event seeks to restore her rightful place as the Queen of Irish Storytellers and a woman of immense cultural importance. Storytellers of Ireland.

Tickets: €21/€18 +bf

Event details
Dates
31 October 2025
Time
Start 20:00End 21:15
Price
21
Contact details
Siamsa Tíre - Theatre & Arts Centre, Town Park, Tralee, Co. Kerry, V92 XW44, Ireland
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Siamsa Tíre Theatre and Arts Centre, Tralee is nestled in the middle of Tralee Town, along the breathtaking Wild Atlantic Way. Developed in 1991, the bespoke venue boasts a fully accessible 350 seat theatre, a spacious rehearsal studio, a dedicated music room and inspiring gallery spaces. All of these are designed to celebrate the richness of Ireland's artistic and cultural heritage along with contemporary arts.

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