Inspired by his A-Level teacher, Heaney’s acclaimed translation of Book VI (which tells the moving story of Aeneas’ descent into the Underworld to look for his father) is the culmination of a lifelong engagement with the work.

In this special adaptation, Stephen Rea – who knew and worked with Heaney for more than 30 years – and cellist Neil Martin perform the extraordinary Book VI in a dialogue combining words and music. In their adaptation, Stephen Rea and Neil Martin engage with each other through words and music. Seated facing each other, they sound the depths of this extraordinary work.

This event is organised in support of Youth Horizons, Jobstown, which offers a second chance at education to young people.

About Youth Horizons
Youth Horizons [YH] provides a second chance to early school leavers to complete their secondary education. They provide the support, guidance and role-modelling to help young people who found the conventional education system challenging. YH assists students to progress to Third Level, and to achieve personal and professional success.

About Seamus Heaney’s Aeneid: Book VI
Seamus Heaney’s translation of Book VI of Virgil’s Aeneid follows Aeneas on his descent into the underworld. Since his schooldays, Heaney was fascinated by the epic poem and in this version, he marries the original with his own vernacular voice.

Details
Date: Sunday 14 May
Abbey stage, 7.30pm
Tickets: €25 – €35 from abbeytheatre.ie or (01) 87 87 222