10 Concerts & Shows in Province of Leinster That You Shouldn't Miss

Home to Rush Dramatic Society since 1988 and refurbished in 2002. Situated in Chapel Green,Rush in North County Dublin. We host Theatre performances and gigs

Theatre, Art Gallery, Cinema & Café - As well as presenting theatre, opera, music, dance, comedy in a 320 seat theatre and visual art in a dedicated gallery, Solstice facilitates workshops and lectures to cater for all interests. The Solstice café serves a selection of delicious breakfast & lunch choices from 9:30 - 4:00 daily.

Dublin's newest oldest theatre. Enjoys contemporary takes on the classic and the excitement of the emerging artist. Smock Alley was the first Theatre Royal built in Dublin. John Ogilby opened it in 1662 as part of the Restoration of the British monarchy and King Charles II in 1660, along with the London’s Drury Lane (1662) and the Lincoln’s Inn Fields (1661). It was the first custom-built theatre in the city and still remains in substantially the same form, making it one of the most important sites in European theatre history. For more than a century, Smock Alley put Irish theatre on the European map, acting as the very core of an Ireland striving to find its own voice. If we are to ask historically what makes theatre such an important part of culture today, we would need to go back more than two centuries before the founding of The Abbey Theatre, to the Smock Alley Theatre of the 17th century.

Backstage Theatre is a state of the art venue in the heart of the midlands. Located just outside Longford town, Backstage brings the best the world of theatre & entertainment has to offer to the Lake Lands area. Over the years a first-class programme of theatre has featured the best that Irish Theatre has to offer including such notables Druid, Abbey Theatre and Rough Magic.

Pavilion Theatre is located in Dún Laoghaire, a picturesque seaside town situated just 13 km south-east of Dublin city centre. A short DART ride from town, you’ll find us in the midst of a bustling social and commercial hub nestled between the Wicklow Mountains and Dublin Bay. Our programme covers a huge range of events with theatre, music, comedy, dance, literary, talks and family shows all well represented. Home to dozens of bars and restaurants to suit any taste, Dún Laoghaire is the perfect setting for a day or evening’s entertainment. Catch a show after a stroll down the pier or relax with a pre-show drink and a harbour view. We offer an assistive listening system and wheelchair access. Pavilion Theatre is supported by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and The Arts Council of Ireland.

An Tain Arts Centre is an independent arts space in Dundalk, Co. Louth based in the former Tain Theatre, Town Hall, Crowe Street. A market town situated along Ireland’s Ancient East, Dundalk has a rich cultural heritage that dates to at least 3500 BC. An Tain Arts Centre derives its name from the Tain Bo Cuailnge or the Cattle raid of Cooley, a legendary story from early Irish literature, which is said to have taken place in the nearby Cooley Penninsula. An epic tale of war, it tells the story of Queen Medbh of Connacht who declares war on Ulster and tries to steal the famous stud bull Donn Cuailnge, but is opposed by the super-human warrior Cuchulainn who defends Ulster at all costs. Supported by Louth County Council, An Tain Arts Centre houses a 350 seat main theatre, a 55 seat studio theatre, a visual arts gallery and two workshop spaces. The programme is a diverse collection of local arts, national tours, workshops, exhibitions and in-house productions.

Step inside and Meet Irelands Most Infamous Characters: The Vaults is a live experience like no other. Set to be the next best thing to do in Dublin. Vaults Live offers six great stories inspired by Irish history where you will find yourself right in the middle of the action. Prepare to be thrilled, excited and amazed as you experience stunning 360° sets, state of the art lighting, lavish costumes special effects and character performances you'll never forget. The world of Vaults Live is set over 4 floors in a stunning Victorian schoolhouse in the beating heart of Dublin's city centre. Book tickets to Vaults Live online now.

The Abbey Theatre's founders W.B. Yeats and Lady Gregory had the vision to 'bring upon the stage the deeper thoughts and emotions of Ireland'. Our ambitious artistic programme of classic Irish drama and new Irish writing holds a mirror up to Irish society. Over the years, the Abbey has nurtured and premiered the work of major Irish playwrights such as Marina Carr, Frank McGuinness, Tom Murphy and a new generation of writers such as Richard Dormer, Stacey Gregg, Nancy Harris and Elaine Murphy. We also nurture a new generation of Irish artists through our artistic development programmes and commitment to discovering new acting, writing and directing talent.

A venue packed full of surprises, tucked away in the historic cobbled streets of Temple Bar. Visit the place that helped to shape and to launch the careers of many Irish artists including: Gabriel Byrne, Neil Jordan, Liam Neeson, Jim & Peter Sheridan, and U2.With two theatres and a gallery Project Arts Centre offers a huge variety of events. The gallery exhibitions are free and tickets to performance range from €0-€25.