Na Trí Céilithe revisits Melbourne’s Gaelic concerts held in the early 20th century in solidarity with Irish independence. In the absence of archival footage, the film reinterprets the traditional dances through a contemporary lens.
A short film, 2025 / Melbourne
Premiered at Dance (Lens) Festival 2025 (AUS) ︎
Screened at 10 film festivals in 8 countries
︎ Trailer
Director, Choreographer & Performer Rhys Ryan Assistant Director Arabella Frahn-Starkie Cinematographer James Lauritz Composer & Sound Designer Robbie Divine Uilleann Pipes Matthew Horsley Costume Designer Jessamine Moffett Lighting Designer John Collopy Creative Adviser Piaera Lauritz Support State Library Victoria
A short film, 2025 / Melbourne
Premiered at Dance (Lens) Festival 2025 (AUS) ︎
Screened at 10 film festivals in 8 countries
︎ Trailer
Director, Choreographer & Performer Rhys Ryan Assistant Director Arabella Frahn-Starkie Cinematographer James Lauritz Composer & Sound Designer Robbie Divine Uilleann Pipes Matthew Horsley Costume Designer Jessamine Moffett Lighting Designer John Collopy Creative Adviser Piaera Lauritz Support State Library Victoria