Savanna Rae, Irish language performer
Meascán Mearaí:
An Irish Gaelic "Noble Call"
Sunday, November 23
at 4:00 pm in Room 109
Do you speak Irish? Are you curious about what the Irish language sounds like? Join us for an hour of theatre, song, and poetry, all presented in Irish Gaelic with English subtitles for accessibility.
You are invited to sit back and enjoy yourselves as our players delight your senses with a variety of short-form performances designed to awaken your inner Celt and brighten your heart. Ranging from new, never-before-seen works to Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” (as Gaeilge) or even the traditional storytelling of the Sean Nós tune, there’s sure to be something for everyone in this family-friendly romp through the Irish language.
About Na Gaeil Chicago
Na Gaeil Chicago is a vibrant Irish language community dedicated to teaching and supporting Gaeilge in the Chicagoland area. Whether you're a curious beginner or reconnecting with your roots, their welcoming classes, cultural gatherings, and passionate teachers help bring the Irish language to life. Offering both in-person and online instruction, Na Gaeil fosters friendship, heritage, and learning in a fun and supportive environment.
The talented cast of Meascán Mearaí are all students and members of Na Gaeil Chicago, proudly sharing their language and creativity on stage.
Visit them at: https://www.nagaeil.org
What is a Noble Call?
A Noble Call is an old Irish tradition rooted in community and shared creativity. When people gather — in a home, a pub, or a public space — the first person to share a "party piece" (a song, a story, a poem, a tune, or even a joke) is then given the Noble Call: the right to call on the next person to share theirs. And so it continues, each person invited in turn, each contribution welcome — whether polished or playful, learned or spontaneous.
"At gatherings in our home, my beloved Frank would always begin the Noble Call. Friends came prepared — singers with tunes, storytellers with pages to read, and even the shy ones ready to “chance their arm.” It wasn’t about performance; it was about participation, generosity, and the joy of sharing. I invited Na Gaeil to name their Irish-language hour of theatre, poetry, and song a “Noble Call” in Frank’s memory — carrying forward this tradition of open-hearted creativity. All are welcome. Fáilte Roimh Chách." Josephine Craven, iBAM! Board President