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Seven performers are posed inside the roofless stone ruins of a church or abbey, surrounded by Gothic arches and weathered walls. A barefoot woman with long red hair sits prominently in the foreground wearing layered period-style clothing in rust, grey and olive tones. Other cast members are seated, standing or leaning throughout the space, creating a dramatic tableau. The scene is lit with theatrical contrast, highlighting the historic architecture. The Dublin Theatre Festival logo appears in the corner. Theatre

REFUGE by Deirdre Kinahan

Wed 30 Sep - Sun 11 Oct

Fishamble & Staatstheater Mainz

Acclaimed director Jim Culleton leads this Irish/German co-production with an international cast that includes Mary Murray and Aidan Kelly, with music by Steve Wickham.

Abstract portrait artwork in neon pink and black inside a rounded square frame, overlaid with a thick white wavy line on a grainy gradient background fading from green and teal to orange and pink. The face is partially obscured by motion blur and decorative patterns, creating a surreal, futuristic feel. Music, WAVESeries

Lambert

Tue 13 Oct, 9pm

The genre-blending, Berlin-based pianist marks the release of his new album, offering a rare opportunity to witness the masked performer’s unique blend of piano and production in concert.

Irish writer Nuala O’Faoláin is pictured, the image is black and white, she looks toward the camera against a bright orange matte background. She is wearing a polo neck and holds a smile. Theatre

NUALA by Hugo Hamilton

Wed 14 - Sun 18 Oct

Decadent Theatre

This new play is an uplifting and heartbreaking account of Irish writer Nuala O’Faoláin’s trip to Berlin in the month before she passed away from cancer.

Shawn Colvin, a woman with short blonde hair, resting her crossed hands near her face, wearing a dark green fur wrap and showing a tattoo on her wrist against a pale background. Music

Shawn Colvin

Tue 20 & Wed 21 Oct, 8pm

30 Years of A Few Small Repairs

The Grammy-winning American singer-songwriter celebrates three decades of her classic album with a rare UK and Ireland tour, reaffirming her vital musical voice.

Bill Laurance sat on stage at a grand piano with moody red/purple lights, and slight haze Music

Bill Laurance

Thu 22 Oct, 8pm

Music Network

Experience the electrifying sound world of the Snarky Puppy founder and pianist whose blend of jazz, classical, electronica and groove has earned him five Grammys.

Promotional image for Dinosaur World Live stage show. A large realistic dinosaur puppet stands on a theatre stage beside two performers in safari-style costumes. Text across the image includes “Winner! Olivier Award Best Family Show 2024”, the show title “Dinosaur World Live”, a four-star review quote reading “Great Fun”, and “Direct from the West End”. Tropical jungle leaves frame the scene. Family

Dinosaur World Live

Fri 23 - Sun 25 Oct

Best Family Show, Olivier Awards 2024

Back by roaring demand, this roar-some interactive show for all the family features a host of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer to discover a pre-historic world.

A man with short dark hair leans his arms on an acoustic guitar, posing in a warmly lit room with a stone wall behind him. Music

Daoirí Farrell Trio

Tue 27 Oct, 8pm

A product of Dublin’s famous club An Góilin Traditional Singers, the award-winning singer and bouzouki player is joined by his trio for an intimate concert.

Martin Taylor, an older man in a dark suit and patterned tie, holding a guitar against a blue background. Music

Martin Taylor

Wed 28 Oct, 8pm

The virtuoso of fingerstyle jazz returns with a brand-new solo show celebrating the golden age of jazz through fresh and evocative arrangements of classic tunes from the Great American Songbook.

A portrait of David, he sits wearing a suit, he is smiling towards the camera Talks

Dr David Coleman

Thu 29 Oct, 8pm

Ready for Anything

In this talk, David shares practical ways to foster independence and create a secure, supportive home, with strategies to help children stay emotionally resilient.

Portrait of a woman with curly hair wearing a cream lace blouse, centred against a pastel gradient background of pink, purple, and blue. A thick white wavy line curves across the image, passing in front of and behind the portrait frame. Music, WAVESeries

Sophie Hutchings

Fri 30 Oct, 8pm

“Exhilarating beauty” - The Guardian

The ARIA-winning, Australian Music Prize-nominated pianist and composer returns to Dún Laoghaire, performing her latest album and favourite from her back catalogue boasting 350M+ streams.

Poster for the Solve-Along - a cartoon Jessica Fletcher, holds up a magnifying glass, surrounded by a stylised rotary phone, blank notebook, binoculars, and a typewriter Cinema, Comedy, Matinée

Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote

Sat 31 Oct, 2.30pm & 8pm (Halloween)

The cult hit event returns to Dún Laoghaire for Halloween with the spooky episode “A Witch’s Curse”. Join superfan Tim Benzie and superslueth Jessica Fletcher for a unique and hilarious interactive screening featuring games, prizes and audience participation.

Kristin Hersh stands centre shot, she is against a grey background, she is standing toward the camera smiling, she is holding her guitar which is hanging off her shoulder. Music

Kristin Hersh

Sun 1 Nov, 7.30pm

The acclaimed alternative rock songwriter and frontwoman of Throwing Muses and 50FOOTWAVE, who has built a prolific career with over 20 solo and band releases, comes to Dún Laoghaire with a new solo album.

Jay Sefton lays back sideways on a wooden chair, with his left arm outstretched. An image of the Pieta is projected behind him, and you can see that Jay is holding the same pose as Jesus Theatre

Unreconciled

Tue 3 Nov, 8pm

“Powerful, affecting” - BBC

This true story of an adolescent cast as Jesus in a school play directed by an abusive priest is a poignant and at times humorous exploration of family, place, and the meaning of reconciliation.

Claire Martin, A smiling blonde woman in a bright pink patterned blouse, leans on a vintage-style speaker against a deep red background. Music

Claire Martin & Jim Mullen Group

Wed 4 Nov, 8pm

“Our finest jazz singer” - The Times

A intimate night of Great American Song book classics and beyond with the recipient of eight British Jazz Awards, her longtime collaborator, and an all-star band.

Studio shot of Quilty (four Swedish men holding string instruments) standing behind a crouching Andy Irvine, who is hugging a bouzouki to his chest. Music

Andy Irvine & Quilty

Thu 5 Nov, 8pm

The renowned Swedish band have joined forces once again with the legendary musician to form an Irish-Swedish collaboration, playing top Irish music and song with a hint of Swedish traditional music.

A woman in profile holds up a draped golden shawl, her bare shoulders lit warmly against a rich, textured red and orange backdrop. She wears large hoop earrings and a vivid red flower in her dark hair, evoking a flamenco-inspired, dramatic pose. Dance

Desnuda

Sun 15 Nov, 7.30pm

Flamenco from Seville

An evening of powerful, authentic flamenco from renowned Spanish dancer María “la Serrana” and her talented musicians, alongside local special guest Joyce Richardson.

Bryan Cheng, wearing an all black suit and holding his cello out beside him, stands alongside Silvie Cheng dressed in a long red silk gown Music

Cheng² Duo

Tue 17 Nov, 8pm

Music Network

Acclaimed for their electrifying chemistry and flawless performances on the respective instruments of cello and piano, these siblings share more than musical brilliance.

Altan poses outdoors on rocky grassland beside a coastal bay, holding traditional instruments including guitars, a violin, and an accordion, with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background. Music

Altan

Wed 18 Nov, 8pm

Founding members Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh, Ciarán Curran, and Mark Kelly are joined by Martin Tourish and Clare Friel for another electrifying performance by the Donegal group blending tradition and contemporary artistry.

Sinéad Culbert stands with her hands on her hips, wearing a blue dress, a Wonder Woman tiara and bracelets Comedy

Sinéad Culbert

Thu 19 Nov, 8pm

I’m No Wonder Woman

One half of comedy duo DirtBirds explores the extreme dangers of growing up in the 80’s, the pitfalls of parenting, the myths about marriage and the genuine joy of not giving a sh*t!