John Carty
Acting
Biography
John Carty is an Irish musician. Considered among Ireland’s best traditional musicians, Carty plays fiddle, tenor banjo, tenor guitar and occasionally the flute. He is very interested in the North Connacht traditional music style. Carty was born in London and now lives in Boyle, County Roscommon. His first fiddle album, Last Night's Fun, which released on Shanachie Records in 1996 has been described as a milestone in recorded fiddle music. In 2003, he was awarded Traditional Musician of the Year by the Irish Television station TG4. The award placed him in the company of previous winners, such as Matt Molloy and Paddy Keenan. He has played with the bands At the Racket and Patrick Street and has collaborated with poet, Ann Joyce and musicians including Alec Finn, Matt Molloy, Arty McGlynn, Séamus Begley, Dónal Lunny, Marcus Hernon and Michael McGoldrick. Carty has also featured as a musician in the films Jimmy's Hall (2014), Brooklyn (2015), and Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
Known For
Two lifelong friends find themselves at an impasse when one abruptly ends their relationship, with alarming consequences for both of them.
The Banshees of Inisherin
When Elvira’s editor informs her that she will be paid per article, she begins murdering people to avoid going broke. Her plans are shaken when she falls for the crime reporter.
Obituary
Sara's dream of finding the perfect mate is realized when boyfriend Daniel proposes marriage, but there is one tiny hitch. It turns out he is the real-life prince of a small European monarchy, and his marriage requires the approval of his royal parents. Commoner Sara will have to do more than simply impress the in-laws-to-be. If she wants to become Daniel’s wife, she’ll have to prove she’s got all the makings of an honest-to-goodness princess.
Royally Ever After
Blowies tells the story of three men who are in training to compete in a synchronized snow blowing competition.