The Lament of Art O'Leary

Pulitzer Prize winner Paul Muldoon presents his new translation of the greatest love poem in the Irish language Caoineadh Airt Ui Laoghaire (The Lament for Art O'Leary) set to music by members of the original Irish Celtic Rock Band, Horslips.


Composed in 1773 by O'Leary's widow, Eileen, The Lament for Art O’Leary tells the story of a young hussar's persecution and murder by a tyrannical landowner, Abraham Morris.

Featuring original music composed by Jim Lockhart and performed by members of Horslips -- Barry Devlin, Johnny Fean, Ray Fean and Jim Lockhart this powerful presentation of a great eighteenth century poem will make for a simply stunning live performance.

In this special event, Muldoon, playing Art’s Father is joined on stage by Irish film, television and stage actress Lisa Dwan as Eileen O’Leary and the wonderful Ruth Smith as Art’s sister.

Featuring original music composed by Jim Lockhart and performed by members of Horslips -- Barry Devlin, Johnny Fean, Ray Fean and Jim Lockhart this powerful presentation of a great eighteenth century poem will make for a simply stunning live performance.