3 Newtown Kids Star in 'The Princess and The Pirates' Play to Benefit Irish Cultural Foundation

NEWTOWN, CT-- Alex and Maria G. and Abby R. of Newtown, along with 11 other young thespians, will star in an original theater production on Saturday called, "The Princess and The Pirates," based upon The Legend of Princess Sheelagh from Irish folklore.

The tale follows Princess Sheelagh from Ireland to France and back as she goes to study at a convent. Along the way, her ship gets captured by Dutch pirate Gilbert Pike and clan and Captain Peter Easton has to fight to save her. The cast includes children from ages 4 - 12 years old.

The cultural center added a youth theater program to their offering of activities and events as a way to bring more families into the club.

"We think this is an awesome addition to our program and a great way to preserve Irish culture and history in our community," said Pam Fedigan, member of the Greater Danbury Irish Cultural Foundation.

The play will be presented on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. at the Greater Danbury Irish Cultural Center, 6 Lake Ave., Danbury. Live Irish music will be played during intermission.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids and children under age 5 are free. For questions or ticket reservations, email Pam Fedigan at pfedigan0807@gmail.com.

About The Greater Danbury Irish Cultural Foundation (GDICF)

The Greater Danbury Irish Cultural Foundation (GDICF) is a 501c3 (application pending).The purpose of the GDICF is to establish a permanent place in the Greater Danbury community dedicated to preserving the cultural influences and historical contributions of the Irish people who emigrated to this country and in particular to the Danbury area. Centered by the motto "Tradition, Pride, Friendship and Community", the Greater Danbury Cultural Foundation will be a place where the Irish language, music and dance can be taught to young and old alike: Irish books and history may be collected and shared: and Irish Craic (camaraderie) may be enjoyed. The goals of our organization are the preservation and teaching of our Irish heritage and culture for our own enrichment and enjoyment as well as the next generation's and for all people who are interested in our heritage with a program of teaching, workshops and cultural events. Classes and workshops for Irish Language, Dance, Music, Singing, Drama, Storytelling, Genealogy, Literature, History and Gaelic Sports. Events would include Irish language days, concerts, plays, games, lectures, book clubs and seisiún.

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Photo 1: Abby R. of Newtown and Olivia V. of New Milford, Photo 2: Leah H. and Kate C. of Danbury, Photo 3: Alex G. of Newtown, Photo 4: Maria G. of Newtown, Photo 5: Cast. Credit: Greater Danbury Irish Cultural Foundation.