Taking the Celtic scene by storm, the Tartan Terrors, North America’s premiere Celtic Event, features the best in music, comedy and dance. Bolstered by the blistering piping of a Two Time World Champion Bagpiper, the driving tones of drums from around the world, and a guitar played unlike any you’ve ever heard, standing room only audiences understand why Dig This Magazine declares “(The Terrors) one act to keep an eye on!” Combine this musical prowess with championship calibre Highland Dancers and intentionally recognized comedic performers and this Celtic Group goes beyond the ordinary. Member of the Tartan Terrors have performed on 4 different continents; in some of the most prestigious Festivals, Highland Games and Theatres of North America; for President Clinton; Queen Elizabeth II; and Good Morning America. They’re even streaming for on-demand listening in multiple international podcasts including a coveted spot on Pulse of the Planet in Spain! Join the phenomenon of the Tartan Terrors and see why Celtic Beat Magazine hails them as “the heirs apparent to the [Celtic] mayhem.”

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Tech Rider & Stage Plot

Management/Publicity

Ellen Wilkes Irmisch 716-807-2246  eterrors@yahoo.ca

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Press & Media Quotes

“This energetic and multi-talented group of musicians and dancers mix traditional Scottish music with rock and a typically Celtic sense of mischief and fun to produce one of the most dynamic live shows on the Celtic music scene…”
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

“The Tartan Terrors are a no-holds barred troupe which mixes Highland traditions with modern hi-jinks and a high degree of contemporary showmanship.” -Rambles Cultural Arts Magazine

“It’s difficult to stand out with so many Chieftans clones around and Celtic balladeers are a dime a dozen. The Tartan Terros are an entirely different matter. A major plus going for them is the musicianship and technical dexterity of two-time World Piping Champion, Sean McKeown, but add their masterful stage presentation, quick wit, and truly funny schtick, and you have an entertaining Celtic group that stands way above the crowd.” -concert review by John Nesbit *****five star review)

“With pipes and drums, mandolin, guitar and bass, the Terrors achieve a remarkably full sound.” -Renaissance Magazine

“The Tartan Terrors are excellent musicians above and beyond the laughs.see the Tartan Terrors live!”-Celtic Beat Magazine

Letters from Presenters

The Tartan Terrors is one of our liveliest, most well-attended shows and sought-after tickets. As promoters, we are always looking for shows that capture the imagination. The Tartan Terrors truly deliver on that count. Their shows combine outstanding music, dance and comedy to give our audiences a truly satisfying night of quality entertainment. Indeed, the Terrors are considered locals now here in Jim Thorpe. Their show quickly became part of the legend of the town’s growing St. Patty’s Parade Weekend, as it continued from a sold-out Opera House, down the street into the local pubs, front porches and sidewalks, delighting everyone.”
-Dan Hugos, President JTAMS Productions

“It was an absolute pleasure having The Tartan Terrors in Bay City. They were polite, professional, and put on an excellent show. Our audience loved the performance, and our crew enjoyed working with such a personable group. The group brought with them humor, talent and audience interaction–all pluses to our audience members.”
Matthew Reid/Operational Director, Bay City Arts Council (MI)

“Their blend of comedy and music, mixed with the incredible talent of their HIghland dancers made for an incredibly exhuberant experience. Our students were truly enraptured and certainly enjoyed their sense of humor.”
-Castleton State College (Vermont)

“Your intelligence, kindness and enthusiasm are appreciated by those of us at the Academy of Lifetime Learning. Your contributions to the Academy schedule made this semester another success, thank you.”-Janna Overstreet, Eastern Illinois University

“It has been my pleasure to work with the Tartan Terrors for the past three years and hopefully for the next thirty years to come. The Terrors have provided the Ontario Renaissance Festival with a high energy, highly entertaining show. They have quickly become one of the festival favorites. In addition to their excellent performance, they are extremely professional and very easy to work with. Their willingness to go above and beyond expectations to help any event they are involved with makes them an Entertainment Director’s dream.”
- Tom Plott, Entertainment Director, Ontario Renaissance Festival

“Thunderous applause and rave reviews are synonymous with a Tartan Terrors performance at Hamilton Place. I whole heartedly recomend their unique performance to other venue programmers…”
-Jayson Duggan, Hamilton Place Theatre (CAN)

“The Tartan Terrors are a shining example of the arts and culture that Burlington is so proud of. The performance was an outstanding addition.” -Cindy Porter, Burlington Economic Development Corporation

“This unique troupe of comedians, dancers, singers and musicians performed their third Ceilidh at the theatre, and once again the response was excellent. It is entertaining and unlike any other production I have seen. Their sold out evening performances are a testament to their popularity. This “crowd pleaser” would be an excellent addition to any season. The Oakville Center is including the Tartan Terrors in our ‘Big Ticket’ series.
-Ken Coulter, Theater Manager, Oakville Center for the Performing Arts