Join Peter Street, Cuilcagh and the Tradoodle Big Band for a vibrant lunchtime concert filled with fresh and energetic traditional music. This exciting collaboration brings together the youthful energy of Peter Street with the next generation of traditional musicians.
The event will also feature The One Who Listens, a new giant puppet commission created with children from Knockatallon National School, bringing music, imagination and visual storytelling together as part of Tradoodle Family Day.
Peter Street are an exciting new force in traditional Irish music. Featuring Keelan McGrath, John Paul Reynolds, Fionn O’Hanlon and Simon Crehan, the group combines youthful energy with exceptional musical talent.
Honouring the rich traditions of Irish music while bringing their own fresh creativity, Peter Street move effortlessly between lively reels, soulful ballads and much more. Their vibrant sound and engaging performance style make them an exciting addition to this year’s Tradoodle Festival.
For this special lunchtime concert, Peter Street will be joined by the Cuilcagh Ensemble and the Tradoodle Big Band, a group of skilled young musicians from Monaghan, Cavan and beyond. Under the guidance of Áine McGeeney from Goitse, the young performers will present energetic arrangements of traditional and newly composed music.
The event will also feature The One Who Listens, a new giant puppet commission created with children from Knockatallon National School. Exploring listening, imagination and connection, this beautiful new work brings another creative dimension to the event.
Bringing established and emerging performers together, this special collaboration celebrates Irish music, creativity and the next generation of traditional musicians. Expect an uplifting afternoon filled with energy, talent and music for the whole family to enjoy.
The One Who Listens is a new giant puppet commission created especially for Tradoodle Festival 2026 in collaboration with children from Knockatallon National School.
Through this creative project, the children have helped shape the ideas and imagination behind a brand-new character. Their involvement places young voices and creativity at the heart of the work, bringing together puppetry, visual art and storytelling.
Exploring the importance of listening, imagination and connection, The One Who Listens invites audiences to pause, look closely and discover how stories can be shared in many different ways.
This exciting new creation will feature as part of Tradoodle Family Day at the Garage Theatre, adding a magical visual element to an afternoon filled with live music, creativity and young talent.
