Koroit Irish Festival patrons will be kicking up their heels at this weekend’s event with a range of performances on offer.
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Festival president Chris Evans said there was everything from traditional Irish bands to young rockers Zion who would take to the stage.
Mr Evans said the festival prided itself on supporting returning musicians, as well as emerging artists.
“They’re a young band from Melbourne,” Mr Evans said. “They’ve got a great energy. One of the things we want to do is give young and emerging talent a chance to shine on the big stage.”
An example of this is siblings The Simpson Three who headline the sold out opening night at the Koroit Theatre and on the youth stage on Saturday.
He said the O’Shae-Ryan Academy of Irish Dance was the 2017 Festival Artist of the Year. “They’ve been to every festival since it started 21 years ago.” Other highlights include Maria Forde and Cill-Airne who have a band of loyal followers.
