On Friday, Nov. 3, Celtic Thunder will perform at the Columbia County Performing Arts Center (CCPAC) with their new show “ODYSSEY.”
First formed in Dublin in 2007, Celtic Thunder is a multi-dimensional musical and theatrical ensemble celebrated around the world for emotionally powerful performances and a state-of-the-art production.
The latest show from the internationally acclaimed group will be a fascinating exploration of Irish music and culture, firmly grounded in the ensemble’s impressive history while ambitiously forging new paths, according to a press release from the CCPAC.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com or at the Queensborough Box Office at the performing center, located at 1000 Market St. in Evans, Ga.
In “ODYSSEY,” Celtic Thunder invites audiences to embark on a sweeping voyage through the heartlands of traditional Irish music with rhythmic pulse of contemporary music and the innovative original arrangements that are emblematic of the ensemble’s unique sound.
“The shared musical chemistry of Celtic Thunder’s lead vocalists Ryan Kelly, Damian McGinty, Neil Byrne and Emmet Cahill, gives the show its compelling power, while each singer adds their distinctive voice and charm to this musical journey, creating a harmonious blend that appeals to a broad spectrum of tastes,” said a press release from the CCPAC. “The ‘ODYSSEY’ songbook is steeped in their Irish heritage and weaves a rich tapestry of emotional and musical tones.”
The show is expecting to transport audiences with various classics such as an energetic rendition of “Go Lassie Go,” a traditional folk song that has been given a new lease of life through Celtic Thunder’s vibrant harmonies and fresh musical interpretation, as well as the poignant “City of Chicago” and the iconic “The Parting Glass.”
Songs will be “delivered with such profound emotion that it reverberates through the soul,” said the CCPAC’s press release. “Memorable musical moments take place on a stage that brilliantly embodies the ethereal mystique of Celtic folklore and the grounded reality of contemporary Irish life.”
Providing a world-class production quality and stunning lighting design paint for an atmospheric picture that enhances the emotive resonance of the songs, detailed and elegant costumes will strike a balance between traditional Celtic attire and modern aesthetics, which symbolizes the group’s successful fusion of the old and the new.
“‘ODYSSEY’ is not simply a concert; it’s a powerful theatrical experience that honors Celtic Thunder’s rich musical legacy and simultaneously blazes new trails. An evocative journey through time, sound and culture, as educational as it is entertaining,” said a press release from the CCPAC. “The captivating blend of music, storytelling and atmospheric stagecraft makes ‘ODYSSEY’ a must-see spectacle for fans of Celtic Thunder and Irish music in general.”
Over the years, while the group has had tracks placed in the World Album Top 10 every release year since 2008, Billboard magazine has named Celtic Thunder the Top World Album Artist five times in 2008, 2009, 2011, 2015 and 2016.
For more information about the musical group, visit: www.celticthunder.com
