Name: WASSAIL! An Irish-American Christmas
Start: 2024-12-06T19:30:00
Location: Martin Theatre

The Ravinia Festival is set to dazzle audiences with an unforgettable lineup of musical events that span cultures, time periods, and genres. From the spirited 'WASSAIL! An Irish-American Christmas' to the innovative sounds of the Andrew Bird Trio, each performance promises a unique experience that celebrates the rich tapestry of global music traditions. With a range of performances including the dynamic brass sounds of The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass and the educational prowess of the Ravinia Jazz Mentors, this festival is a testament to the power of music as a universal language.

Ravinia Festival: A Cultural Tapestry of Music and Tradition

Jeannette Sorrell

Alan Choo

Emi Tanabe

Fiona Gillespie

Kathie Stewart

Anna O’Connell

Elora Kares

Aryssa Leigh Burrs

Sam Kreidenweiss

Ravinia Festival

On Christmas night in Old Ireland, families and friends gathered for singing, storytelling, … and plenty of wassail. From a caroling party through the streets of Dublin to a holiday barn dance in Virginia, this heartwarming program follows the hopes and fears of the Irish who bravely crossed the Atlantic. Irish singer Fiona Gillespie joins with fiddlers, medieval harp, hammered dulcimer, and bagpipes in this communal celebration of the American immigrant experience. The people of the mountains welcome the holidays with love, prayer, singing, and dancing!

WASSAIL! An Irish-American Christmas

Martin Theatre

WASSAIL! An Irish-American Christmas

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