In short time, the festival featured many of the finest Irish performers from around the globe, became the largest-attended one-day Irish festival in the country.

Filmed in Toronto, Ontario but set in a fictional English pub, the show featured an assortment of Canadian, British and Irish performers.

Decades after ending his competitive involvement Liam is still listed amongst the best Irish performers in international competition.

During this time he changed his name to Hogan because "Irish performers were in vogue."

Others suggest that you can hear the Beckett language only when he's interpreted by Irish performers.

In February 2005, Turner was awarded the Meteor Music Award for best Irish female performer.

Seamus Moore (born 18 June 1947) is a popular Irish performer.

Through the years, the group has introduced leading Irish performers like Michael Flatley, who later created "Riverdance."

Much of their repertoire was rooted in the traditional music of Ireland, and their enthusiasm and musical virtuosity set a standard for future Irish traditional performers.

The Gaiety shows have included notable Irish performers that appeal to home grown audiences, including many Fair City actors.