ANDY COONEY'S "SPIRIT OF IRELAND"
The magic, and excitement of the Emerald Isle through music, song and dance
Experience the music, magic, and excitement of the Emerald Isle in Spirit of Ireland, a spectacular celebration of Ireland’s
rich cultural heritage. Starring America’s Favorite Irish Son, Andy Cooney, this unforgettable production features beloved Irish ballads, spirited Celtic favorites, and heartwarming stories that capture the soul of Ireland.Filled with music, song, dance, laughter, and Irish charm, Spirit of Ireland is an uplifting entertainment experience the whole family will enjoy.
Andy Cooney has seven Carnegie Hall sellouts and a Lincoln Center full house under his belt. He tours extensively solo as well as with his creation, The New York Tenors. Cooney is also known for his annual Cruise of Irish Stars which draws over 1,000 Irish and Irish Americans on a Caribbean Cruise enriched with the finest Irish entertainment. Adding An Irish Celebration to his schedule makes Andy Cooney one of the busiest entertainers on the circuit, and most certainly one of the most loved. His outstanding voice and dynamic stage presence have long been a favorite among Irish music enthusiasts. Andy’s talent, versatility, and flair for entertaining coalesce creating the ability to deliver a song directly into the hearts of any audience. Andy is surely one of the greatest singing sensations on the Irish Music scene today; he richly deserves The New York Time’s description of him: Irish America’s Favorite Son. Cooney has recorded 19 albums to date, including Bright Brand New Day with Phil Coulter and his Orchestra, and his latest CD, Irish Country Skyline, was released in the summer of 2016 to huge success all over Ireland and the UK.
Emer Dunne From singing at the Celtic Ball in Rome at the tender age of ten, travelling across Europe and Japan, to have recently performed in Times Square New York City, Emer Dunne is enchanting audiences with her rich storytelling ability and entertaining performances. Emer has brought favorable reviews from Hot Press, RTE Behind the Music, Irish Music Magazine and traction on regional, national and international radio.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
Emer was recently featured on RTE Irish Television following the release of three no 1 singles from her debut No 1 folk album ‘Hourglass‘, produced by Bill Shanley who has produced such legends including Mary Black, Paul Brady and Gilbert O Sullivan. In 2025 Emer embarked on her first USA tour along the East Coast and last March was invited to attend the St Patrick’s Day Celebrations in New York, where she had the honor of singing the Irish National Anthem at the official launch of the Parade that aired on NBC TV from Times Square.
WHAT OUR FANS SAY…
“Cooney and his band took the stage to resounding applause. The entertainer wasted no time in swinging through an eclectic mix of Irish folk, jazz, rock n’ roll – and even disco. " — – John Turner, The Citizen, Auburn, NY
“Cooney was the man who really brought the house down.” — CBS Affiliate WCPX in Orlando, FL
The Guinness Irish Band is made up of the greatest Irish and Irish American Musicians on the Irish Music Scene today. This years tour will feature Jimmy Kelly on drums, Mitch Reilly on Sax, flute and Irish whistles and Colm Graham, a 40 year veteran in the Irish Music world.
Emerald Fire Irish Dancers feature the finest in Irish Dancing. All of the dancers are highly trained and decorated with some of the most prestigious awards in the Irish Dancing World. They will be sure to dazzle you with their amazing steps.