Theatres

Abbey Theatre

Ireland's National Theatre, comprising the Abbey and Peacock Theatres, was founded in 1904 by Lady Augusta Gregory, playwright J.M. Synge and poet William Butler Yeats. The artistic policy centres on the promotion of new Irish writing, the revitalisation and presentation of plays from the Irish repertoire, as well as classics of the European and world stages.

Gaiety Theatre

The oldest Theatre in Dublin. Built in 1837 the theatre plays host to a wide variety of theatrical productions including drama, musicals, comedy opera ballet and pantomime. at the weekend the theatre transforms into a late night club Salsa Palace on Fridays featuring latin beats and Soul Stage on Saturdays featurng world music and reggae.

Crypt Arts Centre

Presents the best new Irish Theatre featuring new Irish plays and original productions of International Classics. The crypt presents a new show every two to three weeks. Set in the elegant grounds of Dublin Castle

The Sugar Club

New multimedia theatre situated at 8 Lower Leeson Street, Dublin 2. It offers a wide range of entertainment seven nights a week. Situated in the old Irish Film Theatre in the Bord Siucra building, the premises has been beautifully restored to maintain the essential atmosphere of a theatre and updated with the very best in multimedia facilities. It is geared for the over 25's.

Olympia Theatre

One of the oldest Theatres in Dublin. Generations of Dubliners have been entertained and enthralled here by some of Ireland and Europes finest theatre companies and actors. Today the Olympia not only hosts plays and theatre, but a wide range of events from concerts to comedy.

Pavilion Theatre

Paviliion Theatre -Dun Laoghaire -Tel:+353 1 231 2929

Peacock Theatre

Ireland's National Theatre, comprising the Abbey and Peacock Theatres, was founded in 1904 by Lady Augusta Gregory, playwright J.M. Synge and poet William Butler Yeats. The artistic policy centres on the promotion of new Irish writing, the revitalisation and presentation of plays from the Irish repertoire, as well as classics of the European and world stages.

Players Theatre

Located in the spectacular surroundings of Trinity College in the city centre. Ask Ticketmaster desk at Dublin Tourism Centre, Suffolk Street for current shows.

The Civic Theatre

The Civic Theatre in Tallaght opened on March 23 1999. The venue comprises a 320 seat main auditorium with flexible seating to accomodate performances in various configurations.The venue has a studio space aptly named the loose end with 60-80 seats which will be home to smaller productions workshops as well as childrens theatre. The building also boasts a 120 capacity bar/ restaurant facility.

Concerts

National Concert Hall

Ireland's most prestigious music venue. The magnifient building was designed in the classical style for the Great Exhibition of 1865. It subsequently became the centrepiece of the emerging University College Dublin before its inauguration as Ireland's National concert Hall on the 9th September 1981. Weekly performances by the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland.

Opera Ireland

The largest producer of opera in Ireland . They have two seasons a year in Spring and Autumn in Dublin.

Opera Theatre Company

Formed in 1986, Opera Theatre Company has become one of the most consistently challenging and innovative companies in Ireland, touring to all parts of the island. Its English language repertoire includes operas which are written for a chamber ensemble, or those to which an intimate approach brings something new and exciting.

Comedy

The Laughter Lounge

The Laughter Lounge is a new comedy venue which runs live comedy shows from Thursday -Sunday every week. The best of Irish and British Comedians perform here. The venue is a converted cinema which also has a bar.

Cinema

The Parnell Centre

Leisure and entertainment centre located on Parnell Street in Dublins North City. The centre houses a cinema, amusements, and eateries.

Irish Film Centre

The Film Institute of Ireland presents a continuous programme of new releases, retrospectives, festivals and special events in the Irish Film Centre Cinemas. In particular, the programme concentrates on significant films which are unlikely to receive commercial distribution in Ireland. It reflects the full range of world cinema, with particular commitments to European cinema.

Music, Pubs & Clubs

Taylors Three Rock

Located in Rathfarnham, this is an unforgettable Irish night banquet and show consisting of traditional ballads, music and dance.

Abbey Tavern, Howth

The World-Famous Abbey Tavern Singers and Musicians, offer entertainment in an authentic Traditional Irish atmosphere. This is not a variety or cabaret show, but a lively informal evening; reflecting Irelands wealth of music and song. A typical five course Irish dinner, finishing with Irish coffee is served during the entertainment.

Brazen Head

The Brazen Head Pub is reputedly the oldest pub in Dublin. There are traditional music session seven nights a week from 21.30 also on Sunday mornings from 12.30-14.30

Break for the Border

Break for the border is a successful combination of bar, Tex Mex restaurant and nightclub laid out on three inter connecting floors with a Western Theme very much to the fore. Late drinking and music are on offer every night of the week with live performances by rock and country bands each night from Wednesday to Saturday

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Chief O'Neill's Pub

Chief O'Neill's Hotel features live entertainment in their Bar over the weekends. The talented musicians play a combination of Traditional Irish music and more contemporary music. The highlight of the weekend is our Sunday afternoon session, which is live Traditional Irish Music, plus a display of Traditional Irish Dancing performed live.

Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Eireann Ceilis and Sessions

Ceilis ( traditional irish dances) every Friday night at 9.30 pm Set dancing classes are available at 8.00pm so you can participate in the ceili later.

Doyles Traditional Irish Cabaret

Runs throughout the Summer nightly from Monday - Saturday. Noel V Ginnity, Irelands funniest man, the fine voice of Paul Hennessy and Catherine Coates. The music and song of Ray Kennedy and the Celtic Sons. The energy of the May Crean Irish dancers and a three course dinner followed by Irish Coffee.

Dublin Jazz Society

Is a voluntary, non-profit making organisation, dedicated to the promotion of live mainstream jazz - featuring top international and Irish jazz musicians - in Dublin.

Johnnie Fox's Pub

One of the most unique pubs in Dublin is definitely Johnnie Fox's Pub which is found in the Dublin Mountains hence the name "The highest pub in Ireland". A trip to Dublin is not complete without sampling some of their exquisite award winning seafood cuisine fresh from local shores. Their live entertainment is also one of the best in the country with a traditional Irish music session in the pub.

Auld Dubliner Pub

This old style bar has great pub food as well as Traditional Irish Music, Sundays to Thursdays from 21.00-23.00

Buskers Bar

Enjoy the unique atmosphere of Dublin's famous "Buskers" Bar. Buskers is popular with both Dubliners and tourist's alike. Located in the heart of Dublin's vibrant and cosmopolitan "Temple Bar" district. It's an exciting buzz bar that reflects the atmosphere that is "Temple Bar". So whether you are looking for some good food or good evening out, Buskers is the place to be!!

Club M, Anglesea Street

Club M nightclub is open seven nights a week, playing Pop and dance music.

Keatings Pub

Traditional Irish Music is played here every night from 9.30 pm

Knightsbridge Bar

The Knighstbridge Bar has traditional Irish Music from Sunday to Thursday , The Knightsbridge Night Club runs from Wednesday to Saturday . Excellent Food served all day, Carvery Lunch 12.00-15.30 every day.

Battle of the Axe.com

Every Tuesday Night at 9pm, Show 9.30pm at The Ha'penny Bridge Inn Comedy, Music, Song, Drama Battleoftheaxe.com As seen on TV, see the acts battle it out for the weekly no 1 spot "erratic but always entertaining"- In Dublin

Oliver St. John Gogarty

Named after Dublin's most famous poet, pilot politician and avid fan of Guinness the Oliver St. John Gogart pub and Restaurant is well known among the trendsetting haunts of Dublin's Temple Bar. Enjoy the old charm Traditional Irish Music and wholesome meals served all day in the pub . Traditional Irish Music 7 days Summer and Winter

Whelans Public House

One of Dublins best loved music venues famed for its atmosphere and quality original live music. This is the place to go to hear everything from Russian Gypsy bands English folk and Irish Trad to International rock, jazz and blues.

Palace Bar

The Palace Bar is located on Fleet Street in Temple Bar.

Planet Hollywood

The Adventure Room at Planet Hollywood presents Simon Quinns MIND OVER MAGIC.

Ragus "The Show"

Critically acclaimed show of fast moving trad music, song and dance.

Rumms D4,

Winner of 1999 C&C pub lunch Awards. Winner of Black & White Dublin City Pub 1999

Salsa Palace

Every Friday 12.30 til late Lose yourself after midnight in Dublin's majestic Gaiety Theatre Live Music, DJs and plenty of room For further information please contact The Gaiety Theatre Tel: + 353 1 677 1717

Screamadelica

SCREAMADELICA Going from strength to strength in recent months, The Scream Team proudly celebrate two years in existence in February. SCREAMADELICA offers one of the most diverse musical ranges in clubs in Dublin. Although essentially an alternative/indie club, special guest DJs end up spinning everything from soul to hip-hop, metal to cheesy pop.

Sinnotts,

Sinnotts is located just off St. Stephens Green. A traditional style pub licensed since 1840's which will appeal to all ages. It is home fro an unrivalled collection of over 200 portraits drawings photographs and biographies of famous Irish Writers of the last two centuries.

Soul Riot

SOUL RIOT Spring brings a fresh line up of groove drivers (see centre pages), courtesy of Murfi and SOUL RIOT. Offering a style of music only touched upon by any other club-night in the capital, this Wednesday get down is pure quality. The 45's room is soul grooves and funk classics with regular guest appearances on stage.

Temple Bar Music Centre

Live music seven nights a week. The venue is situated in the heart of temple Bar.

The Odeon

The Odeon Bar and Grill opened in June 1998 in the entrance to the former Hartcourt Street Railway Terminus. The Odeon now incorporates a magnificent Art Deco interior based on a concept of subtle & stylish understatement. Art Deco armchairs and walnut tables rest on a magnificent woodblock floor with a 90ft marble&bronze bar providing the principal focal point.

The Network Club

A sports and social club for the over 21's . It was set up to help people meet through participating in activities which are challenging and enjoyable. The Club has an extensive program of both indoor and outdoor activities appropriate for each season.

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