Directors

His Excellency, President of Ireland, Michael D.Higgins

His Excellency,
President of Ireland,
Michael D.Higgins

Honorary President

Brian Munn

Brian Munn

Artistic Director

RTE drama producer, actor

Dr Julie Anne Stevens

Dr Julie Anne Stevens

Research Lecturer in English Literature, St. Patricks College, Drumcondra, Dublin

Dr Teresa O’Donnell

Dr Teresa O’Donnell

Musical Director

Harpist, singer and lecturer

Graduated with an Honours Degree in Music and Irish, Trinity College Dublin, and a Masters in Performance and Musicology

Dr John Scally

Dr John Scally

Adult Educational Director

Lecturer in Ecclesiastical History, School of Religions and Theology, Trinity College Dublin

Kevin Finnerty B.A

Kevin Finnerty B.A

Founder and Executive Director of the Percy French Festival

Company Director; Update Heating Ltd, Dublin & Castlecoote House

Tickets

Early Booking Special Offer

Each whole day:

  • Three / Four Lectures
  • Afternoon Recital
  • Tea / Coffee / Homemade Cakes
  • 2026
  • Wednesday 15 July €50
  • Thursday 16 July €50
  • Friday 17 July €50
  • Student (with student card): €20 per day
  • Child under 12, when accompanied by an Adult ticket holder: €10 per day

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The 18th Percy French Festival

The Crisis of Identity

15th | 16th | 17th | July 2026

At Castlecoote House, Co Roscommon

Welcome to our celebration of the enduring legacy of Percy French, the renowned Irish songwriter, artist, and humorist. We are the proud home of the annual Percy French Festival, a vibrant three-day event featuring insightful lectures and engaging discussion on current events, all inspired by French's unique spirit.

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