GAA plans St Patrick's celebration

Kilcullen GAA is hosting 'The Legend of Luke Kelly' at the Kilcullen Community Centre as part of a big St Patrick's Night celebration event.

The night is being organised by John Mulhall, and music, craic and beer is promised from 8.30pm to 2am in what is likely to be the biggest March 17 gig in town.

'A tribute to Luke Kelly' was launched in October 2001 at Dublin's Hotpress HQ. The band was booked for a three month residency at The Olympia Theatre and since then has amazed audiences following powerful performances in many prominent Irish venues. The band also made a memorable appearance on RTE's 'Open House' and a fantastic live session on Eamon Dunphy's radio show 'The Last Word'.

Lead singer Chris Kavanagh bears a remarkable resemblence to Luke while his singing talent captures the depth and passion of the great man. He is joined onstage by accomplished musicians who all consider it an honour to bring Luke's memory back to the live stage.

The support band is Heather Breeze.

Admission is by tickets only, which are now on sale at 20 euros each. Contact 087 6611341 for details and booking.

Brian Byrne.