Cinema, Monday Night Cinema
★★★★ The Australian
French director François Ozon (Frantz, Everything Went Fine, 8 Women) directs an ensemble case including Isabelle Huppert in this 1930s caper about an aspiring actress who pleads guilty to murder as a publicity stunt.
Cinema, Event Cinema
National Theatre Live: Encore
Andrew Scott brings multiple characters to life in Simon Stephens’ radical new version of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya, filmed live during its sold-out West End run.
Theatre, Music, Dance
CoisCéim Dance Theatre
Pulsating with theatrical magic, David Bolger directs his dancers and jazz percussionist Conor Guilfoyle in this joyous, driving dance narrative between dancer and percussion.
Music
Showband Hits & Stories
With his knowledge of the showbands, stars and songs of that golden era, Ronan Collins will sing the hits and tell the stories from an amazing time in Irish life.
Cinema, Schools
IFI Schools Programme
Senior Cycle Spanish
A heartwarming 1970s Seville-set drama of a mother’s love for her LGBT+ son, and the struggle for personal freedom.
Cinema, Schools
IFI Schools Programme
Junior Cycle Spanish
A wonderful, humourous insight into rural life in Columbia, with a terrific lead performance.
Comedy
Tiny Piano Man
The dishevelled prince of €10 eBay keyboards tries to make you feel alive with a new pageant of laughter, song and occasionally getting up from a chair.
Music
A fun evening of songs and stories with Tom Dunne of Something Happens, Fiachna Ó Braonáin of Hothouse Flowers and multi-instrumentalist Alan Connor as they hit the road together following the sold-out success of their 2023 tour.
Music, Matinée
Music Network
The international classical music stars of the violin and piano perform together in Ireland for the first time. Experience a captivating programme that includes timeless works by Bach and Mozart, alongside a vibrant collection of Spanish and Catalan music.
Cinema, Event Cinema
Big Screen Musicals
Written and directed by celebrated playwright Conor McPherson and featuring Tony Award-winning orchestrations by Simon Hale, Girl From The North Country reimagines 20 legendary songs of Bob Dylan as they’ve never been heard before.
Cinema, Monday Night Cinema
Festival Favorite Award, Sundance Film Festival 2023
Based on a true story, Eugenio Derbez (CODA) stars in this is an uplifting film about one dedicated teacher fighting the status quo in a Mexican border town ravaged by negligence, corruption and violence.
Theatre, Schools, Matinée
Fishamble: The New Play Company
Told through the prism of two sisters, OUTRAGE is a play that explores the true nature of women’s role in the Irish revolutionary wars and in particular the effect of Civil War on women’s mind, body and soul.
Comedy
Tragedy Plus Time
Come and join the Live at the Apollo host, and QI and Mock the Week regular as he tests Mark Twain’s formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs.
Literary, Talks
Short Story Competition Awards Special
Join Arena host Seán Rocks and the RTÉ Short Story Competition judges for insights into the art of the short story, live music and performances from this year’s shortlist, and the announcement of the top prizes.
Family
The Speks present a lively show of nursery rhymes and sing-along songs set to acoustic Irish music which will have adults and kids jumping in their seats!
Cinema, Opera, Event Cinema
Encore Screening
The celebrated tenor honours his career’s 30th anniversary a spectacular outdoor concert in his hometown of Tuscany with guests including Shania Twain, Ed Sheeran, Will Smith and many more.
Cinema, Monday Night Cinema
★★★★ The Times
The epic adventure continues! Like last year’s Part I - D’Artagnan, this second and final film is a punchy, rambunctious, swashbuckling adventure, with sword fights and stunts a-plenty.
Music
ABBA Forever returns to Pavilion Theatre for another Christmas night out! Featuring all Benny, Björn, Agnetha and Anni-Frid’s iconic hits including Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Fernando and many more.
Music
Prepare to be swept away by Liza Pulman’s (Fascinating Aida) exquisite vocals and Joe Stilgoe’s (The Horne Section) dazzling piano playing as they share true classics and hidden gems.
Talks
Come join the twins as they dish out wisdom, laughs, and plenty of plant-based goodness in this fun-filled evening packed with stories from their wild journey, tips for better living, and cooking demos.
