Community at the core

The 30th Clifden Community Arts Festival kicks off this weekend, with the official opening being performed by the Chairperson of the Arts Council, Olive Braiden. The event this Thursday, will include a special performance by Fidget Feet Theatre company, Ireland’s leading aerial performance troupe.Since its inception in 1977 the festival has grown steadily while retaining its community ethos for children, locals and the many artists who have performed in Clifden over its 30 years.The opening night will also see the momentous occasion of the launch of the 4th Clifden Anthology which features many of the acclaimed Irish writers who have become synonymous with this wonderful celebration of community arts. A host of top Irish performers are taking part in Clifden Arts Festival, including…..