CONTEMPORARY IRISH ARTS LOS ANGELES

CIACLA - Supporting the Arts in Los Angeles.

Amanda Coogan - The Ladder is Always There
Amanda Coogan - The Ladder is Always There

CIACLA is a non profit 501(c)(3) arts organization that promotes Contemporary Irish Culture and supports local communities in Los Angeles through a multidisciplinary diverse programme in collaboration with local and international cultural partnerships. CIACLA currently partners with existing venues to facilitate this program and  is focused on developing a creative platform to support and challenge artists as a means of promoting creative innovation and collaborative initiatives, fostering collaboration between Ireland, Los Angeles, and the United States.

CIACLA is a registered non-profit 501(c)(3) | Check out our Support Page to see how you can help #savethearts 

March 15th & 16th 2025 - Santa monica
CIACLA will proudly host its sixth annual celebration of Irish Film, coinciding with the international day of Irish celebration, St. Patrick's Day weekend, the festival will showcase the best of contemporary Irish cinema and also serves as a centerpiece for celebrating Irish film in Los Angeles.

Join us at our next Creative Network

The CIACLA Creative Network is a monthly in-person networking opportunity for Irish & Irish American & Friends who work as Artists, Actors, Filmmakers, Dancers, Writers, and anyone working in the Creative Industries  living in California.

A multidisciplinary series of Irish arts and culture in Los Angeles County.

CIACLA is proud to present ‘Meitheal’, our 2025 multidisciplinary series celebrating the richness of contemporary Irish and Irish-American culture in Los Angeles. Inspired by the spirit of “Meitheal” — the Irish concept of community collaboration — the program connects the creativity of Irish, Irish-American, and Los Angeles-based artists across diverse mediums, including visual arts, film, theater, music, and literature.

SUPPORT CIACLA - CELEBRATING CONTEMPORARY IRISH CULTURE IN LA

By donating to CIACLA, you champion the vibrant tapestry of contemporary Irish culture and support its flourishing presence in Los Angeles. Every contribution, big or small, powers our mission to nurture creativity, foster collaboration, and shine a spotlight on the brilliance of Irish arts in the heart of LA.