Theatres

Dublin has numerous world class theatres hosting both contemporary and classical plays.

The Gaiety

In the city centre just off the Stephen’s Green end of Grafton Street The Gaiety is a popular theatre. On Friday and Saturday nights you can experience the theatre in a different light as a nightclub opens its doors. The latest opening club in Dublin provides live bands on each floor. Visit the Gaiety Website

The Abbey

This theatre is well known for its excellent productions of Irish Plays. A new theatre is being constructed in the new Docklands development. Visit the Abbey Theatre Website

The Olympia

Although this is a theatre by design it is also one of the best live music venues in Dublin hosting major international artists as well as the top Irish bands. Visit the Olympia website

The Gate

Initially founded to host dramatic productions from European and American playwrights it was the place where both Orson Welles and James Mason started their acting careers. Visit the Gate Theatre website