Providing a chance to stretch out St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, the Marion Palace Theatre located in downtown Marion, will present the Dublin, Ohio based Celtic band Lone Raven in the May Pavilion on Friday, March 27, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. General admission tickets are on sale now for $15.
Garnering rave reviews throughout Ohio and the surrounding states, Lone Raven performs an eclectic blend of traditional music from various areas of the world, as well as their own original compositions. The group uses over 20 instruments in their performances, including a variety of unique ethnic instruments, and soars through everything from fiery Irish reels to Gypsy fiddle tunes and haunting airs.
Father/daughter duo Craig and Kara Markley are joined by a group of talented musicians. Their instrumentals are fueled by the twin fiddles of Elizabeth Blickenstaff and Kara Markley, driven by an explosive rhythm section consisting of Craig Markley and Sid Omasta, and feature the award-winning guitar playing of Neil Jacobs. Additionally, Kara’s highly acclaimed vocal stylings are showcased throughout the concert, performing songs in both English and Irish Gaelic.
In addition to sharing the music of their ancestors, they delight audiences with a collection of award-winning, original compositions that have been featured on radio and television programs across the globe.
The band’s newest CD release, “Flight From The Hinterlands” is available now. For more information, visit www.loneraven.com.
Tickets are $15 and seating will be at tables on the main floor and mezzanine levels creating a place to meet friends for a drink, chat, relax and enjoy the entertainment. Purchase a group of 8 or more tickets in advance and the Palace will reserve a table for you. The Lone Raven concert is funded by Ohio Arts Council.
If You Go
WHAT: Lone Raven at the Marion Palace Theatre May Pavilion
WHEN: 7:30pm – Friday, March 27, 2015
WHERE: Marion Palace Theatre May Pavilion, 276 W Center St., Marion OH 43302
RUNNING TIME: approximately 90 minutes
TICKETS: General Admission $15. Charge by phone (740)383-2101 or online www.marionpalace.org
BOX OFFICE HOURS: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. The box office is closed Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. Information for all Marion Palace Theatre shows and tickets is also online at www.marionpalace.org.
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