MFA Students Pick Some Films for Us to WatchDirected by Sergei ParajanovWith Ivan Mikolaychuk, Larisa Kadochnikova, Tatyana BestayevaNot Rated, 96 minutesIn Ukrainian with English subtitlesWith a scheduled introduction by Daryna Gladun.Widely considered the most important film in the history of Ukrainian cinema, Sergei Parajanov's Shadows of Our Forgotten Ancestors is a masterwork that boldly combines folkloric pageantry, fairy tale mysticism, and frenetic, hallucinatory cinematography. Adapted from Mykhailo Kotsiubynsky's novel, Shadows tells the story of Ivan (Ivan Mykolaichuk), a young Hutsul peasant who witnesses his father's murder by the local miser. Years later, Ivan falls in love with the miser's daughter, Marichka (Larisa Kadochnikova), but her shocking death leaves him wallowing in grief until he meets Palahna (Tatyana Bestayeva), a beautiful woman who seems to restore his faith in life and hope for the future. When the ghost of Marichka begins to haunt Ivan, however, Palahna is driven into the arms of the local sorcerer (Spartak Bagashvili), with tragic results.Shadows is steeped in the earthy atmosphere of the Carpathian mountains; filmed by Parajanov and cinematographer Yuri Ilyenko with an eye for constantly innovative camera movements and vivid color; and suffused by Hutsul culture in the form of composer Myroslav Skoryk's collage-like score, which brings together Ukrainian folk melodies with modernist, experimental orchestration. It is one of cinema's singular productions, capturing the spiritual majesty of the past by creatively forging the medium's future. GET TICKETS

Join the curators of Homecoming: Walter Osborne’s Dublin, 1880–1900 every Football Friday for an introduction to one of Ireland’s most acclaimed artists, as well as the people he knew and the places he visited. From luscious parks to bustling market scenes, quiet libraries and churches to intimate domestic interiors, Osborne’s luminous depictions of everyday life offer insights into Ireland’s changing realities at the turn of the twentieth century. Meet at the entrance to the Temporary Exhibition Gallery.  All are welcome. Originally published at raclinmurphymuseum.nd.edu.

This drop-in tour will introduce you to your Raclin Murphy Museum of Art. Join a student gallery teacher or a member of the museum staff to explore the architecture of the building through some of its most unique spaces and discover works of art that are highlights of the collection. Meet at the Welcome Desk. All are welcome and no registration is required. This tour will explore all gallery levels of the museum. Although the tour will keep moving between spaces, gallery stools are available upon request. Originally published at raclinmurphymuseum.nd.edu.

Drop in to meet and speak informally with curator Salvatore Riolo, Notre Dame Italian Studies doctoral candidate, about the new exhibit, "Mapping Global Dante in Translation." Learn how translators, artists, and printers have popularized and reshaped the "Divine Comedy" over the centuries and across the world and discover the Library’s many Dante editions. Free and open to the public.For more information, contact Holly Welch at rarebook@nd.edu or (574) 631-0290. About the Exhibit This exhibit traces the global journey of Dante’s masterpiece through rare and valuable printed editions, highlighting how translators, artists, and printers have popularized and reshaped the Commedia. These volumes reveal a dynamic dialogue between Dante’s poetry and the world. A global literary perspective transforms Dante from a monumental yet isolated figure of the European Middle Ages into a central presence in the ongoing international conversation about humanity, the universe, time, eternity, and the power of literature. This exhibit is co-sponsored by the Center for Italian Studies and the Devers Program in Dante Studies. It is curated by Salvatore Riolo, Notre Dame Italian Studies doctoral candidate, and co-curators Giulia Maria Gliozzi, Notre Dame Italian Studies doctoral candidate; Inha Park, Notre Dame Italian Studies doctoral candidate; and Peter Scharer, Yale Comparative Literature doctoral candidate. Theodore J. Cachey Jr., Notre Dame, and Jacob Blakesley, Sapienza Università di Roma, served as consultants on the exhibit. This and other exhibits within the Hesburgh Libraries are generously supported by the McBrien Special Collections Endowment. All exhibits are free and open to the public during business hours.Open to undergraduates, graduate students, faculty, staff, postdocs, alumni, friends, and the public.

Please join the Keough-Naughton Institute for Irish Studies for a public conversation with award-winning sean-nós singer Gearóidín Breathnach and Prof. Rory Rapple on the history and cultural importance of sean-nós singing in Ireland. The conversation will be followed by a performance by Gearóidín Breathnach at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center's Patricia George Decio Theatre at 7:30 pm. This performance is a free but ticketed event. Please visit the event webpage to reserve your tickets.  About Gearóidín Breathnach  Gearóidín Breathnach is a distinguished Irish sean-nós singer, storyteller, author, and composer, deeply rooted in the rich oral traditions of Donegal. Profoundly influenced by her father, the esteemed seanchaí Neidí Frainc Mac Grianna, she inherited a love for storytelling and a vast knowledge of Irish folklore that continues to shape her artistic legacy. From an early age, Breathnach embraced the art of sean-nós singing, refining a style that seamlessly blends haunting melody with lyrical depth. Her dedication to this ancient craft has earned her the highest honors, including the prestigious Corn Uí Riada at Oireachtas na Gaeilge, which she has won three times (1996, 2004, and 2024). Beyond her celebrated singing career, she is a gifted storyteller, a skill formally recognized with an award named in memory of her father, further cementing her role as a guardian of Irish oral heritage. Breathnach has enriched the sean-nós tradition with her original compositions, weaving poetic lyricism with deep emotion. Among her most acclaimed works are An Loch sa Ghleann, Mo Sheanchara Dílse, and Mí na Súil Buí each capturing tghe soul of Irish music and storytelling. She has also played a pivotal role in preserving Irish folklore through modern media, collaborating with television productions on Seanchas Cholmcille, an audiovisual tribute to the myths and legends of Saint Colmcille. Beyond her contributions to music and folklore, Breathnach is a renowned children's author, bringing the magic of Irish storytelling to younger generations through books such as Cathal Coinín agus Cairde Beaga Eile. Her commitment to education and cultural preservation has made her an inspiration to emerging artists and storytellers, ensuring that Ireland’s oral traditions continue to thrive. A highly esteemed figure in the world of Irish traditional arts, Gearóidín Breathnach has shared her talents on global stages, captivating audiences with the power and beauty of sean-nós singing and storytelling. Through her dedication, artistry, and passion, she has left an indelible mark on the cultural heritage of Ireland, earning recognition and admiration both at home and abroad. Originally published at irishstudies.nd.edu.

Take a Football Friday to embark on an hour-long cultural journey through the haunting and poetic art of sean-nós, or "old style," singing with County Donegal's own Gearóidín Bhreathnach. Known for her profound interpretation of traditional Irish song, Bhreathnach offers an evening rich with storytelling, linguistic beauty, and emotional depth. Sung in Irish Gaelic, these unaccompanied melodies connect listeners to a centuries-old tradition of oral expression.You don't have to be of Irish descent or know Gaelic to appreciate this music. You only need to be curious about global music traditions and accept this concert as an invitation to experience a rarely heard art form in its most authentic voice. Bhreathnach's intimate performance style transcends language, delivering meaning through tone, gesture, and heart, making it a must for anyone who appreciates folk music and generational cultural inheritance. LEARN MORE *This is a free but ticketed event. Tickets will be available for pick-up at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center Ticket Office one hour prior to the performance. To guarantee your seat, please pick up your tickets at least 15 minutes prior to the show. In the event of a sell-out, unclaimed tickets will be used to seat patrons waiting on standby.