FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Celtic Woman sets return to The Hanover Theatre

Worcester, Mass. (October 23, 2018) Tickets are on sale now for the return of Grammy®- nominated, multi-platinum international music group, Celtic Woman. Ancient Land, a brand new, live show, comes to The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts on Sunday, April 7 at 3pm.

On the heels of the release of Celtic Woman’s 13th studio album of the same name, Ancient Land is the next chapter of an extraordinary musical journey. The group continues to touch the hearts of a huge global audience with the centuries-old Irish tradition of telling stories through song: stories of the land, stories of love and stories of dancing. A brand new concert spectacular will air on PBS stations this fall filmed against the backdrop of the historic Johnstown Castle in County Wexford, Ireland, the outdoor concert special features brand new music from Ancient Land, timeless Irish favorites and unexpected cover songs.

Continuing the remarkable legacy of introducing some of Ireland’s most talented singers and musicians onto the world stage, Celtic Woman features the angelic voices of Megan Walsh, Mairéad Carlin and Éabha McMahon, plus breathtaking Celtic violinist Tara McNeill, accompanied by a full ensemble of musicians and dancers. Celtic Woman celebrates Ireland’s rich musical and cultural heritage, and combines the finest musical talent with epic stage productions to present a unique, inspiring live experience.

--more-- Tickets to Celtic Woman: Ancient Land at The Hanover Theatre start at $45. Discounts are available to members of The Hanover Theatre and groups of 10 or more. Tickets are available online at TheHanoverTheatre.org, by phone at 877.571.SHOW (7469) or at The Hanover Theatre box office located at 2 Southbridge Street in downtown Worcester. For more information on group sales, contact Daniella Marie at 508.471.1763 or [email protected].

About The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts continues to draw over 197,000 patrons annually with world-class performances and headlining acts including Broadway hits (“Jersey Boys,” “Kinky Boots,” “Something Rotten!”), comedians (Dave Chappelle, Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld), musical acts (Neil Young, Aretha Franklin, John Legend, Tony Bennett) and everything in between (“A Christmas Carol,” Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, Alton Brown, Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson). POLLSTAR consistently ranks The Hanover Theatre as one of the Top Theatres in the World. After nine seasons, the award-winning, historic theatre continues to establish its place as a world-class performing arts venue, acting as a catalyst for the economic development of downtown Worcester. The Hanover Theatre’s facilities at 551 Main Street house new function spaces, offices and a soon-to-open restaurant.

Worcester Center for Performing Arts, a registered not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, owns and operates The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts. All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

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