WEXFORD OPERA FESTIVAL 2026: Review: L'EQUIVOCO STRAVAGANTE, National Opera House Wexford
Rossini's rare early comedy shines with cartoonish visual humor, deadpan comedic timing, and razor-sharp coloratura at Wexford Festival Opera.…
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WEXFORD OPERA FESTIVAL 2026: Review: IRIS at National Opera House, Wexford
Mascagni’s atmospheric forerunner to Madama Butterfly receives a visually arresting, emotionally charged staging at Wexford Festival Opera.…
WEXFORD OPERA FESTIVAL 2026: Review: THE FIRST FESTIVAL, O’Reilly Theatre, National Opera House
Colm Tóibín and Alberto Caruso deliver a sparkling, meta-humor-filled love letter to Wexford Festival Opera for its 75th anniversary.…
DUBLIN 2026: Review: THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING IN CONCERT, 3Arena
Over two hundred musicians assemble at Dublin's 3Arena to bring Howard Shore's epic score to visceral life alongside Peter Jackson's fantasy masterpiece.…
DUBLIN THEATRE FESTIVAL 2026: Review: TESTAMENT, The Gaiety Theatre
Irish National Opera delivers a striking, thought-provoking chamber opera that strips away centuries of myth to lay bare the quiet truth of maternal loss.…
DUBLIN 2026: Review: ALL MY FRIENDS ARE IN AUSTRALIA, Mill Theatre
LEGROOM Collective's interactive two-hander captures a quintessential modern Irish dilemma, but thin characterisation and disjointed pacing keep its emotional weight out of reach.…
DUBLIN 2026: Review: ANIMALS, Abbey Theatre
A surreal and beautifully acted adaptation of Blindboyboatclub's short stories at the Abbey Theatre that shines with theatrical ambition despite a taxing runtime.…
DUBLIN 2026: Interview: Fíonna Hewitt-Twamley On Bringing MYRA'S STORY Home
Star Fíonna Hewitt-Twamley reflects on eight years of performing Brian Foster's acclaimed solo play, humanizing street life, and taking the stage at Dublin's Gaiety Theatre.…
DUBLIN THEATRE FESTIVAL 2026: Review: LET ME IN, Smock Alley Theatre
A smartly written, tense, and painfully relevant examination of belonging, identity, and the quiet frictions beneath Irish welcome.…
DUBLIN THEATRE FESTIVAL 2026: Review: A MOON FOR THE MISBEGOTTEN, Gaiety Theatre
Eileen Walsh and Marty Rea deliver towering performances in Druid's striking production of Eugene O’Neill's final play at the Dublin Theatre Festival.…
Past Shows
Impasse
Impasse, the latest work by choreographer Mufutau Yusuf, features dancer Lucas Katangila and offers an exploration of ethnicity, identity, and the black diasporic experience through a high-speed duet. With visual references to African immigration, the performance navigates the...
AFTER ALL
AFTER ALL is a thought-provoking exploration by Solène Weinachter, part of a regional dance network tour. This production delves into the complex themes surrounding funerals, celebrating the delicate nature of existence through a mix of dance, comedy, storytelling, and theatre...
Tearmann Aiteach / Queer Sanctuary
Tearmann Aiteach / Queer Sanctuary is a collaborative performance featuring the artistic talents of Isabella Oberländer and Fearghus Ó Conchúir. This project delves into themes of support and desire within multilingual and multi-faceted queer communities, creating a welcoming...
The Future is on the Way
Irish Modern Dance Theatre presents a dance double-bill featuring Abby Zbikowski's The Future is on the Way, alongside John Scott's Actions (NOW). This performance tackles themes of resilience while envisioning equitable futures, offering a thought-provoking exploration of...
Rollercoaster
Rollercoaster, by Wes Peden, kicks off the Dance Cork Firkin Crane's 2024 season with a contemporary circus performance featuring Peden's exceptional juggling skills against an electrifying soundtrack. Known for his innovative approach, Peden promises a visually engaging...
