http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dirty_DancingTickets on sale Monday 2nd September 2013 The producers of the smash hit show Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage are delighted to announce that the show will once again set pulses racing at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre Dublin when it returns in July 2014 as part of a brand new tour of the UK and Ireland. Since opening in September 2011, the first ever tour of the UK and Ireland has wowed audiences across the country, breaking box office records and playing to standing ovations and 5 star reviews. Producer Karl Sydow said, “We are so pleased to be returning to Dublin where the record-breaking first ever UK and Ireland tour wowed the public in January 2012. The unique combination of Eleanor Bergstein’s iconic story and the breathtaking dancing for which the show is renowned has proven so popular that we are really looking forward to allowing audiences to relive this iconic story live on stage.” Tickets will go on sale to the public on Monday 2 September. Demand is expected to be high, so early booking is advisable! Written by Eleanor Bergstein, script writer and co-producer of the phenomenally successful 1987 film, the production features all the much-loved characters and original dialogue from the iconic film with exciting extra scenes added in. The tantalising dance sequences and brand new choreography come alive on stage, set to all the hits from the unforgettable soundtrack, including ‘Do You Love Me?’, ‘Hungry Eyes’ and the Academy Award Winning ‘(I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life’, plus many additional songs, making the show a truly extraordinary live experience. Over five million people worldwide have now seen this sensational production, with the London show alone having been seen by over one million audience members. Having opened in London in 2006, Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage was sold out six months in advance. The show played for five triumphant years at the Aldwych Theatre, breaking all box office records with advance ticket sales of over £15 million, which made it the fastest ever selling West End show. www.dirtydancingontour.com http://www.visitdublin.com/event/In_Handels_Day_2014To celebrate George Frideric Handel and his connections to Dublin, Temple Bar Cultural Trust will host a daylong celebration to include the famous Messiah on the Street performance as well as additional free activities featuring music and history from 18th century Dublin that will appeal to all ages. On 13 April 1742, Handel's Messiah, one of the most famous musical pieces in the world, premiered on Fishamble Street in Temple Bar and each year the streets and surrounding areas are filled with the sounds from Our Lady's Choral Society as they sing excerpts from Handel's Messiah. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Warhorse_Bord_Gais_Energy_Theatre The National Theatre’s award-winning production of War Horse comes to the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from 26th March – 26th April 2014. Seen by over 2.4 million people worldwide since its premiere at the National Theatre in 2007, War Horse is the powerful story of a young boy called Albert and his beloved horse, Joey, who has been requisitioned to fight for the English in World War I. Caught in enemy crossfire, Joey ends up serving on both sides during the war before landing in no man’s land, while Albert, not old enough to enlist, embarks on a treacherous mission to find his horse and bring him home. A remarkable tale of courage, loyalty and friendship, War Horse features ground-breaking puppetry work by South Africa’s Handspring Puppet Company, which brings breathing and galloping horses to life on stage. War Horse is based on a novel by Michael Morpurgo, adapted by Nick Stafford. Now in its fourth year in London’s West End, War Horse consistently attracts sell-out houses at the New London Theatre. The Broadway production, which continues its run at the Lincoln Center until 6 January 2013, was the winner of six Tony Awards, including ‘Best Play’ and a ‘Special Tony Award’ for Handspring Puppet Company. Michael Morpurgo has written over 100 books and was Children’s Laureate from 2003 – 2005. A major feature film of War Horse, based on his 1982 novel and directed by Stephen Spielberg, was nominated for six Academy Awards in 2011. Ticket information: Tickets are available from the Ticketmaster desk in the Dublin Discover Ireland Centre, Suffolk Street, Dublin 2 or online at www.ticketmaster.ie & Ticketmaster outlets nationwide. Tickets from €20.00 on sale from Friday 5th October 2012.   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/romeo_and_julietRomeo and Juliet meet at a ball and fall passionately in love. But their families are sworn enemies, divided by a bitter feud. The Tchaikovsky Perm State Ballet are returning to Dublin in November after their highly successful performances of Swan Lake and The Nutcracker last December – and they will be presenting Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet – with choreography by Kenneth MacMillan “A  tragic tale of star-crossed lovers: Kenneth MacMillan’s poignant Ballet is a twentieth century classic” To be premiered in Russia in May, The Tchaikovsky Perm State Ballet will be accompanied by The RTE National Symphony Orchestra in Dublin. “This will be the biggest production we have ever staged in Ireland, enthused the organiser Simon Walton of International leisure and Arts, “it is the same version as presented by The Royal ballet  (originally starring Rudolf Nureyev and Margot Fonteyn) and The American Ballet Theatre.  I am really excited that our audiences are going to see something very special!” Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy has never been interpreted better or more beautifully. Running time: 3 hours, including 2 intervals. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Beatles_Festival_2013Various venues in Dublin City Centre Yes. A Festival celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Beatles in Ireland can only be held in 2013 as the band performed in Dublin only in 1963; two performances in the Adelphi on Abbey Street. 5,200 audience members attended those performances and thousands of ecstatic fans thronged the streets, causing near riots, a sight never before seen in the city, and key to the development of a 'youth culture' in Ireland. In celebration of The Gathering, the Dublin Beatles Festival intends to put out a special call for those who attended the 1963 gigs to come and stay in Dublin in November 2013 and attend Festival events. Many well-known Irish people were there in '63 including a 12 year old Bob Geldof. We particularly intend to target the UK and US markets as these were countries receiving a large influx of Irish emigrants from the '60s to the '80s. We have had approaches from a number of tv documentary production companies who wish to work with us prior to and during the Festival and would hope to use a documentary to highlight the 'return home' of potential candidates. We will also highlight their Irish roots. John Lennon, Paul McCartney and George Harrison were particularly proud of their Irish heritage. George's mother took the opportunity of their Dublin performances to come and stay with her cousins in Drumcondra. Liverpool, of course, has been referred to as the 'real capital of Ireland'! We will be issuing our next press release on November 7th, 2012 (next week) and will include our call-out. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/West_Side_StoryTickets on sale Friday 29th March Bb promotion in collaboration with Sundance productions inc., NY and Howard Panter for Ambassador Theatre Group are delighted to announce the international sell out hit “west side story” coming to Dublin this autumn. This production of “west side story” features the entire original Jerome Robbins choreography. Over christmas 2012, this production played a completely sold out season at the Chatelet Theatre in Paris, having previously sold out in cities around the world, including Sydney, Melbourne, Tokyo, Berlin, Madrid, and Beijing. This production was last seen in the UK in 2008/9 when it also sold out for a season at Sadler’s wells and played to capacity houses throughout a year long UK tour. “west side story” changed the course of musical theatre when it opened on Broadway in 1957 and it still remains one of the most successful stage shows of all time. The 1961 film version won ten academy awards. Based on Romeo and Juliet, “west side story” is set on Manhattan’s upper west side and explores the rivalry between two teenage gangs; one white, the other puerto rican. When tony falls in love with Maria, the sister of the rival gang’s leader, the feud takes on a new dimension, and as their love blossoms so begins a fatal journey overshadowed by violence and hatred. The score includes the unforgettable songs ‘maria’, ‘tonight’, ‘somewhere’, ‘america’ and ‘i feel pretty’. This production is directed and choreographed by Joey Mckneely using the full original Jerome Robbins choreography. Joey is the former assistant to Jerome Robbins. He has worked extensively on Broadway where his choreography credits include “smokey joe’s café” (tony award nomination) and “the boy from oz” starring Hugh Jackman. His other credits include Hal Prince’s production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “whistle down the wind” and Nicholas Hytner’s production of “twelfth night”. Ticket Information: Tickets from €17.50 on sale Friday 29th March from online at www.ticketmaster.ie and all usual Ticketmaster outlets nationwide. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Theatre_Festival Dublin Theatre Festival has been a major cultural and civic event in the city's calendar since 1957. The Festival is a forum for participation, celebration and togetherness. Dublin is a wonderful place, rich in songs and stories, in culture and history. It is this wealth that continues to inspire our artists and to encourage our citizens. The Festival stages major international theatre of scale, and has hosted productions by the world's most highly regarded artists, while also premiering work by the giants of Irish theatre. Asides from hundreds of main-stage productions, it presents a multitude of special events which includes master classes from the world's top practitioners, artist development programmes, film screenings, symposiums, schools workshops and panel discussions. In 2012, the Festival presented 561 performances in 21 venues and set Dublin city ablaze with the most invigorating exciting theatre in the world. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Fringe_Festival_2013Various venues in Co. Dublin Dublin Fringe Festival is Ireland's largest multi-disciplinary arts festival running city-wide every September, showcasing the newest and best Irish and international arts. 2013 sees the 19th year of the festival and will involve up to 1000 participants with companies presenting over 600 events spanning theatre, dance, music, circus, opera, live and visual arts in over 30 venues across Dublin. This event annually seeks to transform the city and celebrate it in an exposé of great creative talent from around the globe. This skilfully curated festival programme offers the opportunity to springboard all the human senses and entertain every kind of thrill seeker through work that is provoking, thoughtful, challenging and fun! Dublin Fringe Festival, unlike others, is a wholly curated festival seeking innovative and daring work that impacts, moves and invigorates its audience. The festival is a platform for new companies as well as giving a platform for experimentation and risk for more established artists and a showcase for the best contemporary theatre, dance and spectacle shows touring internationally. For the creators, the Fringe facilitates an opportunity to innovate, to cross disciplines and boundaries and to find new ways and places to make work, for audiences it is a chance to get up close with an array of talent for the best two weeks of performance of the year. Dublin Fringe Festival has partnered with Volta, the Irish video on demand website, to create the Dublin Fringe Festival Film Collection. The selection of films, available now to stream or download from volta.ie, presenting stories of underdogs, whistle-blowers, trailblazers and dream-makers were chosen by the festival team in the lead up to the 19th annual Dublin Fringe Festival this September. See the full collection here: http://www.volta.ie/collection-vod/DublinFringeFestivalCollection   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Dublin_Festival_SeasonAlthough 2012 Dublin Festival Season has wrapped up it's never to early to start thinking about 2013. Who knows what giddy suprises will be in store this year so pop a big reminder in your diary for September and October for the return of Dublin Festival Season. It is no secret that Dubliners love to party. Dublin’s unique spirit of fun and entertainment is evident in the many festivals and events organised throughout the year. Headline festivals such as the inimitable St. Patrick’s Festival held in Dublin every March, attract and enthrall visitors in their thousands every year. Next Autumn, Dublin unleashes an explosion of festivals with ‘Dublin Festival Season’ kicking off in early September and running until the end of October. With festivals and events celebrating everything from arts, architecture, music, film, to food, Guinness and beer, fashion, sport theatre and literature; autumn presents the perfect opportunity to visit this vibrant city of culture. The many festivals you can catch during Dublin Festival Season: Culture Night ABSOLUT Fringe Festival Ulster Bank Theatre Festival Arthurs Day Oktoberfest Mountains to Sea DLR Book Festival Dublin Fashion Festival Open House Dublin For More Information: www.dublinfestivalseason.com http://www.visitdublin.com/event/major_barbaraThe Abbey Theatre is proud to welcome back Annabelle Comyn following the success of her vivacious production of G.B. Shaw’s Pygmalion in 2011. Major Barbara probes the undercurrents of a firebrand Salvation Army major’s relationship with her arms-manufacturing, millionaire father. On a mission to save, Major Barbara must navigate the uneasy terrain where good and evil, morality and economics, salvation and perdition meet. A brilliantly ironic comedy, this is one of Shaw’s most controversial, witty and entertaining plays. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/A_Midsummer_Nights_DreamChapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s best-loved romantic comedy. Let yourself be whisked away on a thrilling journey to the most magical of forests and meet star-crossed lovers, playful fairies and raucous travelling players. Picnic with family and friends in the magical surroundings of some of the UK and Ireland’s most stunning open-air venues for the perfect evening of theatre under the stars. Ticket Information: Adult: €17 / Child €12 / Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) €48.00. 10% discount for parties of 10 or more Refreshments available . Please bring seating. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/A_Streetcar_Named_Desire_by_Tennessee_WilliamsLow Price Previews from Thursday 18th July 2013 Opening Night: Tuesday 23rd July 2013 "I don’t want realism. I want magic!" Blanche DuBois, a fading Southern belle, arrives on the doorstep of her younger sister Stella in New Orleans, having lost their ancestral home ‘Belle Reve’. However, Blanche’s pretentions to virtue and veneer of self-possession only thinly mask her alcoholism and vulnerable mental state, which she desperately attempts to conceal from her sister and brother-in-law, Stanley Kowalski. Stanley, a violent and brutish man, immediately takes a dislike to Blanche, suspecting her of cheating Stella out of her inheritance. Blanche and Stanley are on a collision course, with Stanley determined to expose her questionable past, but at what cost to the fragile Blanche? Written by American playwright Tennessee Williams, the Broadway premiere of this explosive Pulitzer Prize-winning play starred Marlon Brando and was later adapted into a multi-award winning film. Directed by Ethan McSweeny Set Design by Lee Savage Costume Design by Joan O’Clery Lighting Design by Paul Keogan Sound & Music Design by Denis Clohessy Voice Coach Cathal Quinn Cast includes: Malcolm Adams, Steve Blount, Denis Conway, Gavin Fullam, Garrett Lombard, Elizabeth Moynihan, Marion O’Dwyer, Catherine Walker and Lia Williams. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Keith_Barry_The_Dark_Side10, 11, 12 ,13 , 17, 18, 19, 20 , 24, 25 , 26 and 27 July 2013 Master Mentalist Keith Barry has announced his return to the Olympia Theatre next July for a 12 night run with his brand new show - The Dark Side.  This show will be Keith's most controversial to date as he explores everything that encompasses The Dark Side. He will take the audience on a theatrical rollercoaster ride where they will participate in astounding feats based around the occult, ouija boards, remote viewing, past life regression and unspeakable acts.  Keith will open the door and invite the audience with him on this journey of exploration - are you brave enough to step through the door and journey with him? Unlike his previous shows, people can come to the show without the fear of being pulled on stage as it is only the brave souls who openly volunteer that will end up on stage.  If you scare easily, then quite simply ‘don't come alone' as you journey to The Dark Side.. Irish fans can now tune into "Deception with Keith Barry" on DMAX channel, airing at 10pm on Mondays on Sky. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/the_shaolin_warriorsThis breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu Show continues the story of the warrior, and vividly depicts the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters' feats of agility strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous martial arts training. The show is an extravaganza, with gorgeous scenery, atmospheric music, beautiful lights, and hundreds of costumes. This is a fully choreographed spectacular production that features 22 professionally trained Kungfu Masters; audiences will be amazed and thrilled by their death defying Kung Fu disciplines such as qigong, animal imitation boxing, drunken boxing, and fighting with over 20 kinds of dangerous traditional weapons. This Show is now a huge hit over 3 continents, and has now been seen by over 750,000 people of all ages, and played to sell out audiences and standing ovations throughout the UK this show is a must see for family audiences and martial arts experts enthusiasts alike who have been excited and astounded by The Shaolin Warriors. This production comes to you from the producers of the hugely popular ShangHi- Cirque du Ciel. "..Agility, grace and showmanship" Washington Post "Jaw dropping! A perfect family show ,something for everyone!" Edinburgh Evening News "Breathtaking show!" http://www.visitdublin.com/event/giselle_ballet‘Truly a memorable evening’ - The Stage ‘A harmonious and subtle staging’ - The Times In a village deep in the mountains, Giselle and Loys are deeply in love. But Loys has a secret – he is actually Count Albrecht, and betrothed to another. When jealous Hilarion unmasks his true identity, and his fiancée arrives to claim him, Giselle’s heartbreak is too much to bear and she takes her own life. Remorseful, Albrecht visits Giselle’s grave in the forest, but the bitter ghosts of jilted brides rise and condemn him to dance himself to death. Only Giselle’s love, powerful even from beyond the grave, can save him. This stunning production shows why Giselle stands alongside Coppélia and Swan Lake as one of the most celebrated classical ballets. Music Adolphe Adam Revised by Joseph Horovitz Choreography Marius Petipa; Jules Perrot; Jean Coralli Additional choreography by David Bintley Production David Bintley; Galina Samsova Designs Hayden Griffin Lighting Mark Jonathan Photo credit: Bill Cooper http://www.visitdublin.com/event/the_love_hungry_farmer1“Very Funny and poignant” - Gay Byrne Lyric fm “I absolutely adored it.  Great laughs but also very touching in places. A great night. I am telling everyone I meet not to miss it” - Rory Cowan, Mrs Brown’s Boys. ‘Des Keogh is superb. A consummate actor wedded to a skilled raconteur, the wine he offers is vintage’ The Irish Times Des Keogh, one of Ireland’s foremost actors and entertainers, is celebrating 50 years in show business this year.  Marking this anniversary his hugely successful show: The Love-Hungry Farmer returns to the Gaiety Theatre from 17 June for six days only. Based on John B. Keane’s best-selling book: Letters of a Love-Hungry Farmer, and adapted for the stage by Des himself, the show has been one of the most popular shows in Ireland and abroad in the last decade and continues to find new audiences.   It tells the story of John Bosco McLane, a bachelor of indeterminate age and according to his own assessment: ‘past his best’ and evidently still a virgin. McLane’s amorous adventures range from the hilarious to the pitiful.  John B. Keane is the legendary author of such classics as Sive, The Field and Big Maggie The Love-Hungry Farmer began its life in the Irish Repertory Theatre in New York before being performed in Ireland to huge acclaim. Des Keogh received a Best Actor nomination when he performed the show at the Edinburgh Festival. He subsequently played it at the Adelaide Festival. Des Keogh has a formidable CV. He most recently completed a hugely successful summer season at the Gate Theatre in Oscar Wilde’s A Woman Of No Importance. He has been a constant presence on both the Abbey and Gate stages. He presented the hugely popular Music For Middlebrows on RTE Radio 1 for many years.   Des has had a long theatrical relationship with the actress Rosaleen Linehan. Their two-person comedy shows have been some of the biggest box-office attractions in Ireland.  Des Keogh received the Lord Mayor’s Award for his ‘outstanding contribution to the cultural life of the city of Dublin’ http://www.visitdublin.com/event/The_Bloomsday_StoryVenue: St. Werburgh's Church, Werburgh Street, Dublin 2 The Bloomsday Story by Robert Gogan will be held in St. Werburgh's Church, Werburgh St. on Bloomsday - 16 June 2013, at 3pm. The Temple Bar Company is proud to present the city of Dublin premier of 'The Bloomsday Story' by Robert Gogan - a light-hearted journey through James Joyce's 'Ulysses', its characters and music. No English Degree needed – this is Ulysses for all – Joyce once said 'There is not one serious line in it' and The Bloomsday Story proves that! The first time in this format, this is a bluffer's guide to Ulysses. The cast, Anne Tyrrell, Paul Kennedy and Robert Gogan take you on a whistlestop tour through one of the greatest novels of all time. After the performance you'll feel like you've read and digested the entire book; all 732 pages, nearly 270,000 words and over 200 characters – performed in just under 100 minutes. Sit back, relax and enjoy this highly entertaining presentation with liberal quotations from Ulysses sprinkled throughout with marvellous Joycean music. Ticket Information: Admission: €10 / €6 (restricted view). Tickets and booking information: www.entertainment.ie. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Mr_Joyce_Is_Leaving_Paris_by_Tom_GallacherLocation: The Back Loft Theatre, off Thomas Street, Dublin 8 The  Back Loft Theatre and The Dublin Theatre Company are pleased to announce a new summer theatre programme, entitled “Summer Stage @ The Back Loft Theatre” in association with DIAGEO, which will take place in The Back Loft, 7th -11th Augustine Street (off Thomas Street) during the months of June, July and August 2013. The Back Loft Theatre is an unusual, bohemian style venue, located in a restored former Victorian factory in The Liberties which can hold a 70 seated audience.  It currently houses 24 artists’ studios and mounts exhibitions and theatrical events in its large warehouse style open space.  This is the first classical theatre programme the venue has embarked upon that will run for a lengthy period. This summer Dublin Theatre Company will stage Mr Joyce is Leaving Paris, by Tom Gallacher, Directed by Ronan Wilmot.  It will open on Bloomsday, June 16th. Ronan Wilmot has previously directed Mr Joyce is Leaving Paris in London at The King’s Head; Islington and in 1997 in Berlin at Friends of Italian Opera; Plaz de Lufbruke. Mr Wilmot said, “We are delighted to stage Mr Joyce is Leaving Paris in such a unique and attractive venue for an extended period over the summer months.  We are also very pleased that DIAGEO have supported us. The Back Loft Theatre is a charming artistic centre located in what was originally a hive of sweat shop industry!” General information: Mr Joyce is Leaving Paris is a play about James Joyce when he was living in Trieste in Italy with Nora Barnacle and their children.  He was teaching in The Berlitz College and was also the opera critic for the local newspaper.  His brother Stanislaus comes from Dublin to support them as they were living in dire poverty while Joyce was drinking and not writing. The second part of the evening is set in Paris in 1939 as the Germans are advancing on Paris and Joyce is about to travel to Zurich in Switzerland.  He is now an ageing, nearly blind man and he is confronted by ghosts/friends from his past that he has used in his famous novels –Ulysses, Finnegan’s Wake, and The Portrait of The Artist As A Young Man. A gripping, moving, fascinating insight into Ireland’s most famous writer. Ronan Wilmot - Director Ronan Wilmot has acted with the Royal Shakespeare Company, the Royal Court, the Young Vic, The Liverpool Playhouse 7;84 Co. in the UK; in Ireland with the Abbey, the Peacock, the Gate, the Project, the Focus and Dublin Stage One in Ireland. He set up Portrait Theatre Co. to co-direct with Cicely Berry OBE “Murder in the Cathedral” by TS Eliot in Christ Church Cathedral in 1991 during European City of Culture which ran for nine weeks. He formed The Dublin Theatre Co. to present “Mr Joyce is Leaving Paris,” “Waiting for Godot” and “Exiles” by James Joyce in Berlin in 1996, 1997 and 1998. He directed “The Ginger Man,” by JP Dunleavy in The New Theatre and it toured to New York and Canada in 2000. As artistic director of The New Theatre, Dublin he has directed “The Cherry Orchard” and “The Entertainer”. He wrote and directed “The Man Who gave The Beatles Away” and directed “Fool for Love “in November 2003.  As an actor, films include; “The Field”, “In The Name of the Father”, “The Snapper”, “The Van”, TV includes “The Insurance Man” and “Shergar”, BBC TV and “Wanderly Wagon”, “On Home Ground” and “Bachelor’s Walk,” RTE. He set up and co-directed The Clifden Country Blues Festival for eight years, 1989-1996.  He has directed “The Hostage”, “The Shadow of a Gunman”, “Shirley Valentine” and “Stags and Hens” at The New Theatre. Adapted and directed “Reunion” by Fred Uhlman for The New Theatre (2010) performed by Daniel Reardon, a world premiere.  He directed “The Quare Fellow” by Brendan Behan at The New Theatre 2010 which ran for nine weeks. He currently acts in “The Tailor and Ansty” and “The Watchman” and recently directed “Apples” in The New Theatre. He played rugby with London Irish RFC, Blackrock RFC and Naas RFC. Ticket Information: The play will run every evening except Sunday from 8.00pm. Tickets are priced at €18.00 for individual tickets and €15.00 for group bookings. For bookings contact +35383 156 33 91, Monday to Friday between 10am-5pm or email backloftmrjoyce@gmail.com http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Blaze_Away_The_Incredible_Story_of_Josef_LockeJosef Locke was one of the most popular entertainers ever in Ireland and Britain in the 40s, 50s and 60s. His story was immortalised in the film Hear My Song which was a huge international success. Blaze Away! The Incredible Story of Josef Locke chronicles the scandalous life of the Derry born singing legend who performed in no less than five Royal Variety Performances, such was his popularity. In 1947 he released Hear My Song, Violetta, which was to become his life-long signature tune. Other songs included in the show are Come Back To Sorrento, I’ll Walk Beside You, Blaze Away, The Old Bog Road and My Heart and I. Devised by former RTE Head of Music Cathal McCabe and featuring TV and radio personality Kevin Hough, Blaze Away includes these and many more of the great songs of Josef Locke, plus the scandals that always had him in the headlines! A notorious womanizer, his legendary tussles with the British tax authorities had him fleeing Britain to Ireland where he lived out the remainder of his life. Starring Frank Ryan, Linda Kenny, Joe O Gorman and Kevin Hough. Musical Director: Michael Casey / Devised and Directed by Cathal MacCabe. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Read_James_Joyces_Dubliners_by_BikeIn 1914 the epiphany that awoke the world’s imagination to the battered yet tumultuous city of Dublin, her streets, and her people, was a modest book of short stories that would become a defining Irish classic, James Joyce’s Dubliners. Read Dubliners by Bike is a very special event for Bloomsweek, a guided bicycle tour that invites you to tour the streets, pubs and historic buildings in which Joyce set his classic stories, whilst you listen to his stories in situ, as they are told and performed for you on headphones by a large ensemble cast led by the celebrated Irish actor Barry Mc Govern. Lead by Dubliners’ director Alice Coghlan, in collaboration with See Dublin by Bike, this two and an half hour bicycle tour guides the Joycean enthusiast across his city, from his adolescent years in North Richmond Street, to The Boarding House of Hardwicke Street, to An Encounter in Ringsend, to Eveline at the North Wall Station, and finally to the Temple Bar of Counterparts. Our bicycle tour tickets also include a currant bun with the boys of An Encounter at Dublin Port, and later on, a hearty lunch of traditional Dubliner’s Coddle and a glass of porter at Farringtons, the historical pub of Counterparts. As Farringtons will explain, this cask porter is especially brewed for Bloomsweek, so that it is just like the ‘gp’ Mr Farrington so enjoys during Joyce’s classic story. Early booking is advised as our numbers are strictly limited. ‘Brilliantly delivered... an atmospheric journey through Edwardian Dublin with flawless dramatisations of the stories...it is spine tingling stuff...’ Daragh Reddin Metro ‘A wonderfully conceived idea.’ Lauren O’Toole entertainment.ie ‘A thrilling experience.’ Louise Finn The Dubliner. ‘An accomplished adaptation...a treat for any fan’ Eithne Shorthall, The Sunday Times. Tour Times: 10am on Saturday 15th June and 10am on Sunday 16th June. Our tour last two and a half hours and finishes with lunch at Farringtons, Eustace St, Temple Bar, Dublin 2. Ticket Information €29.99 for tour, lunch and bicycle hire.  €24.99 if you bring your own bicycle and helmet. Please dress for the great Irish Summer and bring a drink. (Your bicycle hire from See Dublin by Bike includes bicycle, helmet and high vis jacket.) To Book tickets online Click Here Meeting Point: 10 am at Cafe Rothar, Fade Street, Dublin 2. Copies of Wonderland’s 3CD and program of their James Joyce’s Dubliners will be for sale on the day of the tour, for a very special discounted price. Cast: Barry Mc Govern, Billie Traynor, Damien Devaney, Connolly Heron, Cormac McDonagh, David Ferguson, Jim Roche, Sarah O'Toole, Stephen Jones , Daithí Mac Suibhne, Steve Wilson, Caroline O'Boyle, Dave Fleming, Shona Weymes, Lizzy Morrissey, Susan Davey, Amy Therese Flood, Nora Keneghan, Sarah Bradley, Ruaidhrí  Ó Murchadha, Aela O'Flynn. Director and Adaptor: Alice Coghlan Sound Design: Alma Kelliher and Tommy Foster. Recorded at Dublin City FM. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/The_Great_Hunger_by_Patrick_KavanaghPeter Duffy, a Monaghan native performs this epic poem, set in rural Monaghan of the 1930/40s. Following the life and struggles of the anti-hero, small famer, Patrick Maguire. An un-sentimental portrait of the life and times, it has echoes of The Great Famine in the title and the text. Arguably Kavanagh’s best work, a masterpiece. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/The_Dubliners_DilemmaBewley's Café Theatre is proud to celebrate Bloomsday with a presentation of... The Dubliners Dilemma Based on stories from James Joyce’s ‘Dubliners’ Adapted and performed by Declan Gorman Described as “Vivid” (Irish Times), “Remarkable” (Metro Herald), “Ingenious” (Mail on Sunday) and “a compelling performance” (Irish Theatre Magazine) Declan Gorman’s one-man tram-hurtle through James Joyce’s “Dubliners” returns for a two week run, at Bewleys Café Theatre from 10th to 22nd June, (including a special performance on Sunday 16th June, Bloomsday) at 1pm. The year is 1914. London publisher Grant Richards has determined to re-read Joyce’s controversial manuscript, eight years after rejecting it over fears it might breach strict British and Irish obscenity laws. As the racy, comic stories of Joyce’s childhood and young adult world spring to life around him, Richards relives his frustrating correspondence with the arrogant Irish writer. Should he risk everything now second time around and be the one to launch this volatile but brilliant genius on a world about to descend into the madness of war? “Gorman holds the audience enraptured throughout with a truly mesmerising performance. This original adaptation is by no means exclusively for die-hard Joyce fans, making a brilliant introduction for newcomers!” Metro Herald “This very entertaining one man show… ingeniously intercuts [Joyce and his publisher’s letters with extracts from the collection. It will make you want to read Dubliners again!” Mail on Sunday “Alone in his office adrift with papers and cardboard boxes, Gorman’s version of Richards is an apprehensive midwife to genius, privately enraptured by the work, but fretting over the objections of his printer and the grave consequences of Irish obscenity laws: publish and perish.[…] But the clincher is the work itself, which swells up around Richards onstage with excerpts from four of the book’s stories: An Encounter, A Mother, Counterparts and Two Gallants. The excerpts come quite vividly to life, where Joyce’s words are left unadorned and largely undiluted […] It makes heavy demand of Gorman as a performer (and) he does it admirably and cleverly.” Irish Times “Gorman, a compelling performer, is at his best when undertaking childhood roles and also in his element with Joyce’s obsequious characters – (such as) the unfortunate Hoppy Holohan and the conniving Lenihan. … an animated and intelligent performance.” Irish Theatre Magazine PLEASE NOTE: WE DO NOT POST OUT TICKETS. We will have a record of your booking at the door. Lunchtime shows start at 1.10pm (doors open from 12.50pm). Please arrive no later than 1pm. Thank you. Credit Card booking prices are show only. Lunch (soup and hearty brown bread) is available for €4    http://www.visitdublin.com/event/what_would_ma_sayIn this phenomenal hilarious play What Would Ma Say taken from the best-seller by Kathleen Doyle of the same name. Kathleen introduces us to her remarkable family and their exploits growing up in Dublin in the 1950s and 1960s. Kathleen describes Ma as an ordinary woman with very little education behind her. But maybe not so ordinary in the way she learned to survive and handle life. She was the backbone, the one who kept them together as a family, just about keeping their heads above water. But through all the poverty, Kathleen and her brothers and sisters had a laugh turning their kitchen into a swimming pool on a hot summers day, or trying to hide a stolen pig in the bath. What Would Ma Say is a nostalgic and poignant reminder of a Dublin that's long gone. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/abigails_partyFollowing a triumphant West End season, Mike Leigh’s classic comedy comes to The Gaiety Theatre from 10th June 2013 to 15th June 2013.   Hannah Waterman, Martin Marquez, Samuel James, Katie Lightfoot and Emily Raymond star in Abigail’s Party, one of the most popular plays ever written.   Donna Summer is playing on the stereo. Dishes of cheese and pineapple are on the coffee table…the social get-together from hell is about to begin.   Beverly, and estate agent husband Laurence, have invited round new neighbours Tony and Ange and nervous divorcee Sue, twitchy about the party her fifteen-year-old daughter, Abigail, is throwing over the road. As Beverly plies the guests with alcohol, cigarettes, Demis Roussos and nibbles, this horribly compelling evening descends into drunkenness and debauchery. Comedy, drama and tragedy combine into an iconic piece of theatre.   This ruthlessly accurate and painfully funny observation of the pretensions of suburbia comedy became an instant classic when it first appeared as a BBC Play For Today in 1977, the year of the Queen’s Silver Jubilee.   Hannah Waterman is best known for her role as Laura Beale in EastEnders. Following her departure from the show she has performed extensively in theatre productions both on tour and in the West End, including Carrie’s War, Rattle of a Simple Man and The Vagina Monologues (on tour) and Calendarn Girls (on tour and West End). Joining her are Martin Marquez, most recently seen in the West End in Billy Elliot and soon to be seen in the upcoming film version of Les Misérables, Samuel James, Katie Lightfoot and Emily Raymond.   Mike Leigh is one of Britain’s most influential theatre and film directors. His numerous awards have included Best Comedy award for the stage play Goose Pimples, a BAFTA for Outstanding Contribution to Cinema, National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Film for Life is Sweet, Best Director Award at Cannes Film Festival for Naked, the Palme d’Or at Cannes for Secrets and Lies and an Oscar for Topsy Turvy.   Lindsay Posner recently directed the all-star revival of Noises Off at the Old Vic and Butley, A View from the Bridge and Fiddler on the Roof in the West End and Relatively Speaking on tour and soon to open in the West End.   Theatre Royal Bath Productions are one of the most highly regarded producers of touring and West End productions. Recent productions include: Relatively Speaking starring Felicity Kendall and Kara Tointon, which sold out at theatres across the UK and The Judas Kiss starring Rupert Everett. Upcoming productions include West End transfers of Relatively Speaking and The Judas Kiss, a West End premier of Quartermaine’s Terms starring Rowan Atkinson and a national tour of August Wilson’s Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning Fences, starring Lenny Henry. Matinee performances  Wednesday 12th June 2013 - 2.30pm Saturday 15th June 2013 – 2.30pm Evening performances Mon - Sat 7:30 pm No performance Sunday Ticket Information: Tickets priced €28.20, €33.20, €38.70 including booking fee  are on sale from Gaiety Box Office.  No service charge for transactions in person at the Gaiety Box Office. Service charges apply to online and telephone bookings. Tickets are also on sale from online at www.ticketmaster.ie and all usual ticketmaster outlets nationwide. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Death_of_the_Tradesmen_DraiochtHis name is Willy. He is a 54 year old tradesman. He has a bad back and a short fuse. He likes a pint of black and he tends to lose more than he wins when it comes to gambling. He is 54. His hands are sore. They are calloused and dry and he is sick of standing. In a country full of vacant spaces, empty places and ghost estates - Death of the Tradesmen is a new play about an army of men and the live register. Death of the Tradesmen was developed as part of the TITLE Residency at Solstice and the Cork Midsummer Festival. Made with Rough Magic Production Support and kindly supported by the Arts Council. Winners of The Lir Revival Award and the Fishamble New Writing Award ABSOLUT Fringe 2012. Contains some strong language, 14+ http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Barney_and_Friends“It's always nice to share your toys - but in a rush to share their favourite toys with the audience, Barney's friends BJ, Riff and Baby Bop accidentally break their toys. As always, Barney finds the silver lining behind the dark cloud - he'll take the little dinos, and the audience, to a marvellous, magical toy factory where the toys can be repaired by the Imagination Machine - a fantastic device powered by children’s imagination! Join your favourite dinosaur at The Olympia Theatre for ninety minutes of song, dance and fun…and when it comes to fun, Barney knows that nothing beats imagination...and friends you love!” There are seven shows across four days at The Olympia. Ticket Information: Tickets priced €18 including booking fee via Ticketmaster.ie and all usual outlets nationwide. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/The_Great_Gatsby_by_Simon_LevyThis is a classic fable – of America, of the breathtaking glamour and decadent excess of the Jazz Age, of enchantment and illusions, of a world where love and dreams are pursued and betrayed. Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, passionately pursues the elusive Daisy Buchanan. Nick Carraway, a young newcomer to Long Island, is drawn into their world of obsession, greed and danger. C.A.S. Productions present this classic fable of the breath-taking glamour and decadent excess of the Jazz Age, of a world where love and dreams are pursued and betrayed http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Shush_by_Elaine_MurphyShe’ll be grand, hasn’t she all of us to keep her going? Breda is newly separated, facing retirement and feeling a bit invisible, she doesn’t want a birthday party! But her friends are determined to cheer her up and they descend on her to celebrate. After some homemade birthday cake and a few too many Bacardi’s – it turns out Breda’s not the only one with problems. Be the first to see Shush, a heart-warming new play from a writer that celebrates the spirit of Irish women. The Abbey Theatre is delighted to welcome back Elaine Murphy, after the international success of her first full-length play, Little Gem. Ticket Information: Tickets from €13.00 are available online at www.abbeytheatre.ie Thursday 6 June – Saturday 20 July Previews: Thursday 6 June – Tuesday 11 June Time: Monday – Saturday 7.30pm, Saturday matinee 2pm Assisted performance details Sign Language Interpreted Performance: Thursday 11 July 7.30pm Captioned & Audio Described Performance: Saturday 13 July 2pm http://www.visitdublin.com/event/La_Traviata_at_Gaiety_TheatreClaudia Boyle stars in this tribute to Verdi on his 200th Anniversary Lyric Opera returns to the Gaiety Theatre this Summer, with Verdi’s much loved La Traviata on June 5th, 7th & 8th 2013. It is performed by an Irish and international cast – headed by Claudia Boyle, opera’s newest star and recent winner of the International Maria Callas Award. She is supported by exciting Italian Tenor Luigi Boccia and acclaimed English baritone George Mosley, as well as Irish artists Deirdre Masterson, Cormac Lawlor, Ciaran Judge and Stephen Fennelly, among others. The RTE Concert Orchestra accompany, conducted by David Angus. La Traviata tells the story of how Violetta, the beautiful but fragile social butterfly, sacrifices her one hope of personal happiness for the sake of her lover’s reputation. A tragic and resonant tale of society and morality, it combines compelling characters with hugely powerful, moving and instantly recognisable melodies, making it one of the most emotionally engaging and popular operas of all time. Vivian Coates directs this sparkling revival, which sees Claudia return to the role she sang to great acclaim in Dublin in 2010. Once again, the Lyric Opera Chorus comprises largely of Irish students from the Royal Irish Academy of Music and the DIT Conservatory of Music & Drama – the next generation of opera singers at the first stage of their careers. 2013 is a very special year for Verdi lovers – the 200th anniversary of his birth. One of opera’s most important composers, he contributed much to the modern repertoire with many of his operas firm favourites in the opera house today. La Traviata is one of his finest – the magnificent score includes such favourites as Violetta’s introspective ‘Ah fors’è lui’; the duet ‘Pura siccome un angelo’ and the haunting strains of ‘Parigi, o cara’, in which the lovers poignantly imagine a life that will never be theirs. The role of Violetta (the ‘fallen woman’ of the title) is one of Verdi’s most complex characters – a role sung by Claudia with dramatic intensity and great sensitivity. Irish audiences now have a chance to enjoy this unique artist as she emerges as one of opera’s great global talents. La Traviata – a wonder for those new to opera, and a joy for opera lovers. Ticket Information: Tickets are priced at €25 - €60. Booking 24hr Ticketmaster Tel: 08 18 719 388 www.gaietytheatre.ie Group Bookings: +353 1 6486029, Email: group.sales@ticketmaster.ie. Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm Mon – Fri http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Payback_Mill_TheatreFour star performances from Maria McDermottroe and Marion O'Dwyer in this lunchtime show. Developed as part of Show in a Bag, an artist development initiative of Dublin Fringe Festival, Fishamble, The New Play Company and the Irish Theatre Institute. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/The_Trinity_College_Dublin_Shakespeare_FestivalDates to be Confirmed Trinity College Dublin Shakespeare Festival 2013  is set to be the biggest Shakespeare Festival ever to take place in Ireland. With an anticipated 500 performers, both professional and amateur, taking part in over 50 outdoor performances of Shakespeare’s work, once again the streets of Dublin are set to be brought to life, bringing the greatest playwright of all time out of classrooms and libraries and into some of Dublin’s most beautiful locations. Our Civic Engagement programme brings the works of Shakespeare to the wider Dublin community, and includes our touring schools series, Family Fun Day (June 9th), a charity matinee of Indian Tempest and performances by community groups from all across the city. Beauty and culture spots around Dublin City Centre will become the stage for an assorted mix of Shakespeare’s finest works. Every day of the Festival, areas including St. Stephen’s Green, Merrion Square, Christ Church Crypt and St. Patrick’s Cathedral will play host to enactments of some of the most loved scenes in Shakespeare. To view  the programme for 2012 click here http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Birdsong Adapted by Rachel Wagstaff Directed by Alastair Whatley Designed by Victoria Spearing Lighting Designed by Alex Wardle Sound Designed by Dominic Bilkey   A mesmerising story of love, courage and sacrifice is now brought to the stage in this critically acclaimed version of Sebastian Faulks’s bestselling novel. An epic tale of love and war set both before and during the Great War. In pre war France, a young Englishman Stephen Wraysford embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their world upside down.   As the war breaks out over the idyll of his former life, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Battle of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep under ground.   Faced with the unprecedented horror of the war Stephen clings to the memory of Isabelle as his world explodes around him.   Recently aired over Christmas on BBC 1 and following on from the hit West End production, this brand new adaptation marks the very first touring production of the play.   Performed by a dynamic ensemble company including award winning actress Sarah Jayne Dunn (Drop Dead Gorgeous, Hollyoaks), Charlie G Hawkins (Eastenders), Arthur Bostrom of 'Allo, Allo' fame, Tim Van Eyken (War Horse), Tim Treloar (National Theatre, RSC)  and introducing newcomer Jonathan Smith as Stephen Wraysford.   “Captures both the pain and the pity of a war that almost defies comprehension.” Michael Billington, THE GUARDIAN   “The play poignantly intermingles ghosts of past and present, and fully expresses the black poetry of this carnage…and the landscape it inhabits.” Michael Coveney, THE INDEPENDENT    Tickets on sale Thursday 22nd Novemebr at 9.00am from Ticketmaster ooutlets nationwide and online at www.ticketmaster.ie   http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Under_Pressure_By_Rachel_FehilyDavid Gallagher, respected surgeon, is accused of murdering his wife. Was it an accident or did he kill her on purpose? What is the prosecution offering the defence? And what would the dead wife of the accused say if she could speak? Under Pressure is an inside view of what it's like to be in the eye of the storm just before a trial for murder, and the extreme pressures on all those involved. Written by barrister and author, Rachel Fehily, Under Pressure promises to be an authentic and thrilling experience. Did he or didn’t he? Truth, justice and the gap in-between. Under Pressure is a glimpse into the murky complexities of an Irish marriage. Geoff Minogue, one of Ireland’s most popular and attractive leading actors who plays Tommy Dillon in Fair City, takes to the stage and stars alongside Céire O’Donoghue and Deborah Pearce. Ticket Information Opens May 28th  (previews 27th) and plays until June 8th 2013 Mon-Sat at 1.10pm (doors open at 12.50pm) Tickets: Low-price Mondays €8, Tues – Thurs €10, Fri – Sat €12. Light Lunch available €4. BOOKING: 086-8784001 / www.bewleyscafetheatre.com       Bewley’s Café Theatre would like to acknowledge the support of The Arts Council in making this production possible. Supported by Dublin City Council. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Eternal_Rising_of_the_Sun_at_Draiocht"One of the most powerful and lingering performances …"  The Irish Times Meet Gina Devine. She’s hopeless - a hopeless dreamer - fame, fortune, and water fights with Michael Jackson – a chance to flee her formidable past. She wants to soar… to fly… to dance. But Gina is hopeless, as everyone knows. This is the compelling journey of Gina’s transformation - a poignant account of redemption and release. On the heels of multiple awards and international success at the Perth Fringe, HotForTheatre brings you an inspiring story of salvation and deliverance. Nothing is impossible … well maybe the moonwalk - but Gina’s gotta dance. Written by and starring Amy Conroy, Eternal Rising Of The Sun was originally produced by Irish Theatre Institute for HotForTheatre. Directed by Veronica Coburn. Contains some adult content. Age 16+ http://www.visitdublin.com/event/An_Enemy_of_the_People_by_Henrik_Ibsen_adapted_by_Arthur_MillerLow Price Previews from Thursday 23rd May 2013 Opening Night: Tuesday 28th May 2013 'The strongest man in the world is he who stands most alone.' A small town in Norway has just begun to win fame and fortune for the supposed health-giving properties of its spring waters. The town is expecting a surge in tourism and prosperity from the new baths, which are a source of great local pride. When Dr. Stockmann, resident physician in charge, discovers that the waters are poisoned he is shocked to find that instead of being rewarded for his efforts to bring this important secret to light he is attacked, denounced and shunned by the authorities and his fellow townspeople. Originally written by the great Norwegian writer Henrik Ibsen and then adapted by American playwright Arthur Miller, An Enemy of the People is the story of one brave man’s struggle to do the right thing and speak the truth in the face of extreme social intolerance. This is a play of romantic individualism which addresses the corruption and inherent failings at the heart of the democratic system. Directed by Wayne Jordan Set Design by Paul O’Mahony Costume Design by Joan O’Clery Cast includes: Fiona Bell, Declan Conlon, Denis Conway, Ronan Leahy and Barry McGovern http://www.visitdublin.com/event/The_Lion_King“If you go to only one musical this lifetime, make sure it’s this one.” - Sunday Independent THE LION KING will play the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre from Saturday 27th April 2013 as part of the show’s first tour of UK & Republic of Ireland. The legendary musical will visit Dublin for a two-month season, giving Irish audiences the opportunity to experience this global phenomenon. Four years in the making, this truly international production brings together a cast of over 50 actors, singers and dancers, from 17 different countries, supported by a backstage team of over 100 people. THE LION KING will be the largest musical production ever to tour Ireland and the UK. Disney’s THE LION KING is based on the beloved Academy award-winning animated film which was entrusted to Director and Co-Designer Julie Taymor to adapt the film for the stage. Taymor brought a vast array of disciplines to THE LION KING which draws upon her immeasurable experience of various theatrical styles and cultures to tell the compelling tale of Simba, the young lion cub, as he journeys through life and struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destined role of King. Ticket information: Tickets are available online at www.thelionking.ie & Ticketmaster outlets nationwide. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Drama_at_the_National_Library_of_IrelandSix Tuesdays (16 April – 21 May) UCD Adult Education Course Run in conjunction with UCD Adult Education This course will explore the canon of 20th century Irish drama from the experimentalism of the early Abbey plays to the internationally recognised work of contemporary playwrights. The work of Synge, O’Casey, Beckett, Friel, Murphy and McPherson will be examined.    http://www.visitdublin.com/event/51_Shades_of_Maggie Is the story of lovable Maggie Muff an ordinary Dublin girl with attitude, looking for love, who thinks she knows what she wants in a man . Unfulfilled after a number of failed relationships she is called in by the dole and meets the man of her dreams …….. Mr Big and his private room of pain . But, Is he really the man of her dreams, will all the pain be worth it, will he whisk her off to a fairy tale ending or, will it all end in tears? “Went to see 51 shades on last night. Sides still sore with laughter! Three words sum this play up-Fun , Filth and FABULOUS! ….. highly recommend. “Cant” wait to see it again!” -Dianne Crawford “All I can say is brilliant,brilliant,brilliant” “The funniest play i have ever seen!! ‘This is the funniest play i have ever seen. If you get a chance to go, you have to. It is just too funny to miss .” Kim Turner WARNING…..This show contains strong language from the outset and throughout and discussions of a sexual nature Please note due to the strong language and themes of an adult nature this show is unsuitable for anyone under the age of 16. Ticket Information: To Book Tickets online Click Here  or Call the Box Office: +35314544472 http://www.visitdublin.com/event/The_Robert_Emmet_ExperienceLocation: Arthur's Pub, 28 Thomas Street, Dublin 8 The Robert Emmet Experience is enacted in the actual surroundings where the great Irish romantic revolutionary breathed his last. This is a theatrical presentation of the circumstances and context of his ideals, his legendary love of Sarah Curran and the bravery and courage of Ann Devlin, in a new high-octane, site-specific production overlooking the actual place of execution, performed by a dynamic team of actors and presented by new production company Creative Spirit. Arthur's is the nearest pub to the Guinness Storehouse, one of the city's foremost tourist attractions, and its elegant interior and friendly staff are popular with both locals and tourists. Full-price tickets are €18 and include a sumptuous Irish meal, with a choice of Seafood Chowder, Beef and Guinness Casserole, or Traditional Irish Stew. Other ticket options are €15 for show and a pint, or €12 for show only. Patrons should arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the performance to enjoy the meal. There is only one evening performance per week, on Wednesdays at 8pm. Afternoon shows are Thursday to Sunday at 3pm. Special additional performance times can be arranged for group bookings of 15 plus. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Padraig_Pearse_Oration_Re_enactment“The Fools, the Fools, the Fools! – they have left us our Fenian dead – And while Ireland holds these graves, Ireland unfree shall never be at peace.” In 2013 Glasnevin Trust are launching their series of re-enactments and orations of famous Irish Patriots. The now famous speech delivered by Padraig Henry Pearse at the grave of Jeremiah O’Donovan Rossa on 1st August, 1915, will be re-enacted daily at 2.30pm by an actor dressed as Pearse in full uniform. http://www.visitdublin.com/event/Lunchtime_Theatre_and_BewleysAn intimate and stylish theatre, nestled away on the second floor of Bewley’s famous Grafton Street Café, there is no better way to enjoy the work of some of Ireland's leading theatrical talents than up-close-and-personal at one of our lunchtime performances! Since opening its doors in 1999, Bewley's Cafe Theatre has emerged as Ireland's foremost venue for lunchtime drama and has an International reputation for innovation and excellence, (Irish Times Judges' Special Award Winner) while maintaining a uniquely Irish and personal touch. The repertoire ranges from classic one-acts showcasing the wit of Shaw, Wilde and O'Casey to the very best of new Irish writing. The programme has a strong emphasis on comedy and theatricality and a visit is guaranteed to brighten up any afternoon. Doors open at 12.50 and a delicious light lunch can be enjoyed during the performance which is over by 2.00pm leaving the rest of the day left to enjoy other Dublin attractions. The lunchtime theatre experience slots easily into a busy schedule and provides a welcome opportunity to take a breather whilst enjoying some of the best entertainment Dublin has to offer. And it's good value too with prices starting from €8.00 (with lunch an additional €4.00). Visit our website www.bewleyscafetheatre.com for details of all our upcoming shows. “Taking in a lunchtime here is a way to satisfy more than one appetite” Sunday Business Post Evening Gigs At night the theatre turns into one of the city's most exciting venues for music and comedy. An intimate venue, perfect for Jazz, Cabaret or acoustic performances, acts in the past year alone include Declan O'Rourke, Des Bishop, Lisa O'Neill, Karen Egan, Jinx Lennon, Honor Heffernan and many, many more! For event details and opening times please check our Evenings page. Evening Event Reservations: Phone: +353879892994 E: bewleysbookings@gmail.com