Photos: Claire Sweeney as Miss Hannigan in ANNIE UK and Ireland Tour
All new photos have been released of Claire Sweeney as Miss Hannigan in the UK & Ireland tour of the musical ANNIE.
Ireland Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Ireland — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
ONCE Co-Writer and Film Star Glen Hansard Dies at 56
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Glen Hansard, who co-wrote the musical Once and starred in the 2007 film of the same name, has died at age 56, after a single-vehicle motorcycle crash in Dublin, Ireland.
Leslie Dowdall and Flo McSweeney Will Bring NATURAL WOMEN to the Everyman
After decades of friendship, Irish eighties rock icons Leslie Dowdall and Flo McSweeney are finally sharing the stage together for the very first time with their brand-new show, Natural Women.
KAFKA'S DOLL to Make World Premiere at Abbey Theatre for Dublin Fringe 2026
Theatre Lovett will present the world premiere of Kafka's Doll, a new play by Frances Kay inspired by Franz Kafka's letters to a young girl, at the Abbey Theatre's Peacock stage.
NO WOMAN IS AN ISLAND to Tour Ireland With Róisín Stack
Róisín Stack will bring her solo show about a woman's pursuit of alone time on a national tour of Ireland, following sold-out runs in Galway and at Dublin Theatre Festival.
Bernadette Bangura Will Join WAITRESS UK and Ireland Tour as 'Becky'
Bernadette Bangura will join the UK and Ireland tour of WAITRESS as Becky, replacing Sandra Marvin.
South Tipperary Arts Centre to Present Two Major Exhibitions in 30th Anniversary Year
South Tipperary Arts Centre will present exhibitions on artist-led publishing house Coracle and a debut solo show by KCAT painter Eileen Mulrooney as part of its 30th anniversary autumn programme in Clonmel.
MASTERS OF TRADITION Festival to Return to Bantry with World Premiere and Secret Concerts
West Cork Music's MASTERS OF TRADITION festival will feature a world premiere of Irish Rhapsody by rediscovered composer Selena O'Neill, alongside performances from Martin Hayes, Charlie Piggott, and Méav Ní Mhaolchatha in Bantry, Co.
JUDY – END OF THE RAINBOW to Make Irish Premiere at The Everyman
West End star Anna-Jane Casey will play Judy Garland in the Irish premiere of JUDY – END OF THE RAINBOW at The Everyman Cork, directed by Conor Hanratty.
Amber Davies Calls Out Audience Member For Filming During LEGALLY BLONDE in Ireland
Amber Davies took to Instagram recently to call out an audience member who was filming during a recent performance of Legally Blonde in Ireland.
PILGRIMS to Perform at National Concert Hall Dublin
Paul Noonan and Brian Crosby, the duo behind PILGRIMS and founding members of Bell X1, will bring their debut album 'Wintering' to the National Concert Hall in Dublin, performing voice and piano following a sold-out Irish tour.
Judy - End of the Rainbow - Ireland Tour
As part of our Summer Picks, we look ahead to the highly anticipated Irish premiere tour of Judy – End of the Rainbow.
Photos: THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS in Rehearsal Ahead of UK Tour
All new rehearsal photos have been released for the upcoming UK and Ireland tour of The Silence of the Lambs, as the production prepares to make its world stage play premiere.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from June 2026
In this June 2026 edition, we're bringing you a fresh batch of standout reviews from stages across the country and beyond - from the world premiere of Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre to the riotous new comedy Iceboy!, starring Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman, at Chic
HAIRSPRAY Will Embark on a New UK and Ireland Tour in 2027
Brenda Edwards and Paul Kerryson's production of Hairspray will embark on its second major national UK and Ireland tour in 2027.
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre to Host South Asian Heritage Month With RANGLE SARDAR UK Debut and More
Jaivant Patel Company and Wolverhampton Grand Theatre have announced a joint South Asian Heritage Month programme featuring RANGLE SARDAR's UK debut, THE BOLLYWOOD BRATPACK, BHAVIK HARIA, a dementia Memory Café, and seven free community activities.
Initial Cast Set For CARMEN Northern Ireland Opera Debut at Grand Opera House Belfast
Northern Ireland Opera announced the first cast and creative team for its inaugural staging of Bizet's Carmen at Belfast's Grand Opera House, directed by Artistic Director Cameron Menzies.
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre to Partner With City of Wolverhampton College
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre and City of Wolverhampton College announced a new partnership offering Performing and Production Arts students masterclasses, work experience, and a National Theatre tour of BACCHAE performed on-site at the college.
Full Cast Set For THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS UK and Ireland Tour
Mollie Gallagher, Oliver Farnworth, and Sam Jackson join John Partridge in the world stage play premiere of THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS, touring the UK and Ireland.
JUDY – END OF THE RAINBOW to Open at The Everyman Cork
Peter Quilter's acclaimed musical drama about Judy Garland's final months, directed by Conor Hanratty, will run at The Everyman in Cork, presented by Breda Cashe Productions and Pat Moylan Productions.
BroadwayWorld Unveils New Redesigned Website & On Demand TV Apps
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Photos: JERSEY BOYS Kicks Off 20th Anniversary UK and Ireland Tour
All new production photos have been released from the 20th Anniversary UK and Ireland tour of the original Tony and Olivier award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS which opened at New Wimbledon Theatre in June.
CÚ CHULAINN Opera to Make World Premiere at The Everyman Cork
The Everyman and Cork Opera House will present a rehearsed reading concert performance of CÚ CHULAINN, a new opera by Éadaoin O'Donoghue and John O'Brien inspired by characters from the Táin.
Belfast Tradfest Announces Full Programming
Belfast TradFest has unveiled its full program for 2026, marking a landmark eighth edition of one of the island's leading celebrations of traditional music, song and dance.
CHICAGO Will Embark on 2027 UK and Ireland Tour
CHICAGO the musical is set to embark on a 2027 UK and Ireland tour.
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The Other Side Of Murder Gaiety Theatre (10/13-10/17) |
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An Evening with the Legendary Mr Pussy and Friends The Everyman (9/19-9/19) |
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Reuben Solo: Someone In This Crowd Will Betray Me The Sugar Club (9/03-9/03) |
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United We Stand Live - Andy Cole & Andy Mitten Cyprus Avenue (8/10-8/10) |
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Cú Chulainn By Éadaoin O’Donoghue and John O’Brien The Everyman (8/13-8/13) |
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Two MR PS In a Podcast: Live - Let That Be a Lesson Ambassador Theatre (2/27-2/27) |
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Steve Steinman''s Bat! Bat Out of Hell 50th Anniversary Tour 3Olympia Theatre (10/20-10/20) |
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Steve Steinman''s Fuel Injected Magic: 50th Anniversary Concert 3Olympia Theatre (10/20-10/20) |
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Twelve Angry Men Bord Gais Energy Theatre (2/09-2/13) |
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Murder Trial Tonight V - Death in the Family 3Olympia Theatre (3/08-3/08) |