St. Patrick's Day is here, and while you raise a pint in celebration, we're inviting you to turn up the volume with a wee bit o' Broadway. Below, we've gathered some of our very favorite Broadway tunes sung by Irish characters, about Ireland, celebrating Ireland, spreading some luck, or all of the above!
Enjoy songs from musicals like: Finian's Rainbow, A Man of No Importance, Once, Juno, Legally Blonde, Sing Street and more!
Did we miss one of your favorites? Tell us which Irish-inspired showtune stands out to you.
Want more showtunes? Study up on Broadway history with music from the 1940s , 1950s , 1960s , 1970s , 1980s , 1990s , 2000s , and 2010s. Plus, check out our favorite Overtures , Opening numbers , 'I Want' songs , Act 1 finales , Act 2 openers , 11 o'clock numbers , and Finales !
2026 Theater Fans' Choice Awards - Live Stats
Best Scenic Design - Top 3
1.
Dane Laffrey - The Lost Boys
32.8% of votes
2.
Scott Pask - Schmigadoon!
10.2% of votes
3.
Soutra Gilmour - Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
9.5% of votes
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