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Matthew Broderick to Star in the American Premiere of ULSTER AMERICAN at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre will present the American Premiere of Ulster American by David Ireland, directed by Ciarán O’Reilly, and starring Tony Award winner Matthew Broderick.

Kevin Oliver Lynch From Irish Rep's IRISHTOWN Takes Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - May 3, 2025

Kevin Oliver Lynch is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along here as Lynch takes our Instagram followers behind-the-scenes of the new play. Learn more now!

Deirdre Madigan to Join the Cast of IRISHTOWN at Irish Rep in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 30, 2025

Deirdre Madigan (Philadelphia, Here I Come!) will join the cast of Irishtown at Irish Rep as “Constance” on May 14, 2025. Learn more about the production here!

Photos: IRISHTOWN Celebrates Opening Night at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Jennifer Broski - Apr 14, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre is presenting Irishtown, a new play by Ciara Elizabeth Smyth, directed by Nicola Murphy Dubey. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night and you can check out photos here!

Photos: Saoirse-Monica Jackson and More in IRISHTOWN at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre is presenting Irishtown, a new play by Ciara Elizabeth Smyth, directed by Nicola Murphy Dubey. Learn more and get a first look at photos of the production here!

Irish Rep's BECKETT BRIEFS to Stream On Demand in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre's production of Beckett Briefs, three short plays written by Samuel Beckett and directed by Ciarán O’Reilly, will be available for streaming on demand. Learn how to view!

Saoirse-Monica Jackson, Kate Burton, And More Cast In IRISHTOWN At Irish Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre has announced casting for Irishtown, a new play by Ciara Elizabeth Smyth (Lie Low, recent winner of the Playwrights '73 Scheme bursary), directed by Nicola Murphy Dubey.

World Premieres of IRISHTOWN and THE BLACK WOLFE TONE to be Presented at Irish Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre will present two World Premiere productions for their Spring 2025 Season, Irishtown and The Black Wolfe Tone. Learn more and see how to attend.

BECKETT BRIEFS Featuring F. Murray Abraham Extended at Irish Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre will present a one-week extension for Beckett Briefs, three short plays by Samuel Beckett and directed by Ciarán O’Reilly. Learn more!

Photos: Opening Night of Irish Rep's BECKETT BRIEFS Starring F. Murray Abraham
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2025

Irish Repertory Theatre is presentin Beckett Briefs, three short plays by Samuel Beckett and directed by Ciarán O'Reilly. Beckett Briefs began previews on January 15, 2025, and officially opened January 26. See photos from opening night here.

F. Murray Abraham & More to Star in BECKETT BRIEFS at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2024

Irish Repertory Theatre has revealed dates, casting, and the creative team for Beckett Briefs, three short plays by Samuel Beckett and directed by Ciarán O'Reilly. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE BEACON Stars Ayana Workman & David Mattar Merten Take Over Our Instagram Today
by Michael Major - Oct 5, 2024

Ayana Workman and David Mattar Merten, stars of The Beacon at Irish Repertory Theatre, are taking over our Instagram today! Follow along here as they take our followers behind-the-scenes of the play, currently running on Irish Rep’s Francis J. Greenburger Mainstage through November 24.

THE BEACON Starring Kate Mulgrew Extended at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2024

Irish Repertory Theatre will present a three-week extension for the North American Premiere of The Beacon, a new play by Nancy Harris, directed by Marc Atkinson Borrull. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Behind THE BEACON with Colm McNally and Orla Long
by Team BWW - Sep 13, 2024

Colm McNally and Orla Long have been working behind the scenes on Nancy Harris’ THE BEACON, running now through November 3, 2024 at Irish Repertory Theatre. 

Full Cast Set for THE BEACON at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024

Irish Repertory Theatre has revealed the full cast for the North American Premiere of The Beacon. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Kate Mulgrew to Star in THE BEACON at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2024

Irish Repertory Theatre revealed the first two productions of their Fall 2024 Season. Learn more!

Video: Watch a Trailer for Brian Friel's PHILADELPHIA, HERE I COME! at Irish Rep
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 30, 2024

Watch a trailer for Philadelphia, Here I Come! at Irish Rep, featuring interviews with the cast and creative team in the video here!

Review Roundup: PHILADELPHIA, HERE I COME! at the Irish Rep
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 25, 2024

The Friel Project continues at Irish Rep, where Philadelphia, Here I Come! just celebrated its opening night. Check out what the critics are saying about the production here.

Terry Donnelly, A.J. Shively & More to Star in PHILADELPHIA, HERE I COME! at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024

Irish Repertory Theatre has revealed the cast for Philadelphia, Here I Come!, the third production in The Friel Project. Learn how to purchase tickets!

WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE & More Win at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards
by Nicole Rosky - May 9, 2023

The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed out this evening to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. The Awards were distributed in a ceremony at NYU Skirball hosted by stars of stage and screen: Kevin Cahoon (Tony nominee, 'Shucked'), D'Arcy Carden ('The Thanksgiving Play'), Crystal Lucas-Perry (Tony nominee, 'Ain't No Mo''), Bonnie Milligan (Tony nominee, 'Kimberly Akimbo'), Arian Moayed (Tony nominee, 'A Doll's House'), and Tamara Tunie (The New Group's 'Bernarda's Daughters'). The Lucille Lortel Awards are produced by the Off-Broadway League and Lucille Lortel Theatre, with additional support provided by TDF.