Music, Folk Fest
Dún Laoghaire Folk Fest
A rare solo performance from Vancouver’s Dan Bejar, who started the indie project in the mid-90s which now boasts 14 albums. He is joined by Cork drummer-turned-artist Art Lorigan.
Music
Music Network
A dynamic new collaboration featuring four of Ireland’s most outstanding traditional musicians, exploring the songs and tunes that celebrate the beauty, depth and spirit of Irish music.
Theatre, Music, Opera, Matinée
Opera Collective Ireland
Jane Austen’s novel as you have not seen it before: reimagined for today’s audiences with music by Ivor Novello winner Jonathan Dove and libretto by Alasdair Middleton.
Theatre
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.
Music
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.
Theatre
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.
Music
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.
Music
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.
Family
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.
Music
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.
Music
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.
Talks
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.
Cinema, Comedy, Matinée
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.
Music
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.
Theatre
“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.
Music
“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.
Music
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.
Theatre, Matinée
Starring Norma Sheahan
Treat yourself to an evening of laugher, triumph, and a hilarious journey of rediscovery as Sheahan returns with her hit portrayal of “St. Joan of the fitted units”.
Dance
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.
Music
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.
