Kieran Byrne

Experience the vibrant fusion of Irish and Scottish traditions at Character Fleadh, where authentic music and cultural heritage come alive in Chicago. Enjoy a diverse lineup of performances, from traditional tunes to modern reinterpretations, curated by the talented Logical Fleadh.

Conor Cawley is a Chicago-based stand-up comedian, writer, and a prominent producer in the live comedy scene. He is well-known for his high-energy performance style that blends observational crowd work with personal anecdotes about fatherhood and family life.

Janelle Lake delights in using music to connect people. As the founder and manager of the Southwest Chicago Symphony Orchestra, her current passion project is uniting the traditionally classically trained musicians of the north side of Chicago with the traditional gospel-trained musicians of the south side of Chicago.

Jeanie Doogan is a prominent stand-up comedian based in Chicago, widely recognized for her rapid-fire observation skills and an unapologetic, sharp-witted take on life. Drawing heavily from her upbringing on the South Side of Chicago as the youngest of eight children and her 20-year career as a public school teacher, she delivers relatable, high-energy comedy across a wide demographic. [1] (https://jeaniedoogan.com/), [2] (https://www.laughfactory.com/comedians/JeanieDoogan)

Jimmy Keane, a traditional artist from Chicago. Irish music accordion virtuoso Jimmy Keane was born in London of Irish-speaking parents from Connemara and Kerry. His late father Jimmy was a magnificent sean-nos (old style) singer.