Member-Only Presale Tickets on sale now!
General Tickets on sale: Friday, Dec 27 at noon
The Lincoln Theatre and Celtic Arts Foundation are proud to present Altan.
With a career in Irish music over for 35 years, Altan has achieved legendary status in a genre that has been equally shaped by the band’s influence and genius. Audiences from Ireland to Japan to Australia to Europe have embraced their heartwarming, dynamic live performances and their exquisitely produced, award-winning recordings. Over a dozen releases to date, ranging from the most touching old Irish songs to hard-hitting reels and jigs. Altan’s newest release, Donegal, follows their acclaimed albums The Gap of Dreams and The Widening Gyre.
Adding to their long list of awards and honors, fiddler, singer and founding member Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh was the recipient of the Gradam Ceoil/Traditional Musician of the Year in 2017. Though the band received the same award for Band of the Year in 2001, Mairéad was glad to be recognized on her own in a genre that has been slow to recognize female musicians. She is only the third woman in twenty years to receive the main award.
The seeds of Altan lie in the music and spontaneity of sessions in kitchens and pubs in their hometown of Donegal, where their music was heard in an atmosphere of respect and intimacy. It is here that the band’s heart still lies, whether they are performing on TV in Australia or jamming with Ricky Skaggs on the west coast of the United States. In spite of a hectic touring and recording schedule, Altan continue fresh in their vision of bringing the beauty and joy of traditional music to audiences everywhere, and have always promised themselves to continue as long as it’s fun -- fortunately, it still is!
"The hottest band in the Celtic realm" —The Boston Globe
"A match made in heaven" and "the best traditional Irish band" —Dolly Parton on her collaboration with Altan on her albums Heartsongs and Little Sparrow.
Celtic Arts Foundation will host a pre-show dinner -- check back for details!
Advance Reserved Seating Tickets: $44 1st Tier; $39 2nd Tier; $34 3rd Tier; $29 4th Tier + applicable fees. Lincoln Theatre Members receive $2 off all seating tiers.
All prices include a $2.00 Preservation Fee that goes directly into our capital account for the preservation of the Lincoln Theatre and its programs.