The 7th annual festival showcases the best of LGBT short films from Ireland and the U.S.

SCHEDULE:

7pm Queer Ireland panel w. Steven Farrell (sponsored by Council Member Daniel Dromm)

This years Queer Ireland project/panel will focus on Inspiration of Gay Irish Artists. Our special guest is Steven Farrell. Steven is a visual artist/filmmaker and motivational Speaker based in Dublin. Steven shares tools and techniques that he used to overcome the difficulties he has faced and still faces in his life. He is also able to tailor each speech to his audience and will be around after the speech to engage with the audience and answer any questions they might have. The panel will discuss Advocacy and Inspiration of Gay Irish Artists in today’s society. Sponsored by Council Member Daniel Dromm and Cultural Immigrant Initiative.

7:30pm CRAIC LGBT short film festival with the best of LGBT shorts from Ireland and Irish filmmakers.

A retrospective of award winning Irish LGBT shorts or shorts made by Irish LGBT filmmakers from the past 5 years. Shorts such as Wren Boys, Cat Calls, The Condom Man and Dream Kitchen to name a few. Q&A to follow as well. Reception to follow from 9pm - 10:30pm. Sponsored by Council Member Daniel Dromm and Cultural Immigrant Initiative.

9pm Stella Artois reception. Free event Must RSVP.