Tim Burton's Universe comes to the O'Reilly Theatre, Dublin on Saturday 31 October 2026, with performances at 5pm and 7pm. The Mystery Ensemble celebrate Halloween weekend with the music that shaped Burton's cinematic universe — above all the scores of Danny Elfman. Tickets from €20 on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Concert: Tim Burton's Universe by Mystery Ensemble
• Presented by: Red Events & Distribution Ltd.
• Venue: O'Reilly Theatre, Belvedere College, 6 Great Denmark Street, Dublin 1
• Date and times: Saturday 31 October 2026, 5pm and 7pm (doors at least 30 minutes before)
• Running time: 60 minutes
• Age: 6+ years
• Tickets: Stalls A €37, Stalls B €30, Stalls C €25, Stalls D €20 (plus €2.50 fees)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the concert

From the shimmering wonder of Alice in Wonderland to the festive magic of The Nightmare Before Christmas, the haunting lyricism of Edward Scissorhands and the darkly captivating world of Netflix's Wednesday, this concert immerses you in the soundscapes of Tim Burton's films. At its heart is the music of Danny Elfman, Burton's lifelong collaborator, alongside moments from Corpse Bride, Beetlejuice, Batman and Sweeney Todd. Mystery Ensemble perform in their own arrangements — a live theatrical experience, not just a soundtrack concert.

Programme

Highlights include The Batman Theme, Corpse Bride, The Addams Family Theme, Wednesday Main Titles, Jack's Lament, Ice Dance, Johanna, What's This?, Edward Scissorhands, Beetlejuice and Alice's Theme. The programme is subject to change.

Frequently asked questions

When is Tim Burton's Universe on?

Saturday 31 October 2026 — Halloween — at the O'Reilly Theatre, Dublin, with two performances: 5pm and 7pm. Doors open at least 30 minutes before each concert.

How much are tickets?

Stalls A €37, Stalls B €30, Stalls C €25 and Stalls D €20, plus a €2.50 booking fee, on TakeYourSeats.ie. Seating is reserved.

Is it suitable for children?

The age restriction is 6+ years.

Can I arrive late?

Out of respect for guests and performers, late entry may not be permitted, and original seats cannot be guaranteed after the concert begins.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for Tim Burton's Universe at the O'Reilly Theatre are on sale now from €20 on TakeYourSeats.ie.

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The Music of Lord of the Rings: Tribute to Howard Shore comes to the Franciscan Friary, Waterford on Friday 14 August 2026. The Mystery Ensemble perform Howard Shore's Academy Award-winning film music live. Tickets €35 on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Concert: The Music of Lord of the Rings: Tribute to Howard Shore
• Performed by: Mystery Ensemble
• Presented by: Red Events & Distribution Limited
• Venue: Franciscan Friary, Lady Lane, Waterford
• Date and time: Friday 14 August 2026, 8pm (doors 7.30pm)
• Seating: free (unreserved) seating — come early, as not all seats are equal
• Tickets: €35 (plus €2.50 fees); early-bird tiers €20 and €25, subject to availability
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the concert

Experience the majestic and timeless music of the legendary Lord of the Rings films in concert. Howard Shore's iconic soundtrack — the work of the three-time Academy Award winner whose compositions shaped Peter Jackson's cinematic masterpiece — is brought to life by the modern orchestra Mystery Ensemble, transporting audiences into the heart of Tolkien's universe of elves, hobbits and dwarves.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Lord of the Rings concert on in Waterford?

Friday 14 August 2026 at 8pm, with doors opening at 7.30pm, at the Franciscan Friary, Lady Lane, Waterford.

How much are tickets?

€35, plus a €2.50 booking fee, on TakeYourSeats.ie. Early-bird tiers at €20 and €25 are subject to availability.

Is seating reserved?

No — seating is free and unreserved. Come early, as not all seats are equal.

Who performs the music?

The Mystery Ensemble, performing Howard Shore's film scores in their own arrangements.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for The Music of Lord of the Rings at the Franciscan Friary, Waterford are on sale now on TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• The Music of Lord of the Rings in Cork — 15 August 2026
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The Music of The Lord of The Rings comes to the O'Reilly Theatre, Dublin on Saturday 5 September 2026 at 6.30pm. The Mystery Ensemble pay tribute to Howard Shore, joined on this occasion by soprano Megan Ruby Walsh. Tickets from €20 on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Concert: The Music of The Lord of The Rings — a tribute to Howard Shore
• Performed by: Mystery Ensemble, with soprano Megan Ruby Walsh
• Presented by: Red Events & Distribution Ltd.
• Venue: O'Reilly Theatre, Belvedere College, 6 Great Denmark Street, Dublin 1
• Date and time: Saturday 5 September 2026, 6.30pm (doors 6pm)
• Running time: 1 hour
• Tickets: Stalls A €37, Stalls B €30, Stalls C €25, Stalls D €20 (plus €2.50 fees)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the concert

The Mystery Ensemble pay tribute to Howard Shore and the music of The Lord of the Rings, performed live at the O'Reilly Theatre at Belvedere College. For this Dublin performance the ensemble are joined by soprano Megan Ruby Walsh.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Music of The Lord of The Rings on in Dublin?

Saturday 5 September 2026 at 6.30pm, with doors opening at 6pm, at the O'Reilly Theatre, Dublin 1.

How much are tickets?

Stalls A €37, Stalls B €30, Stalls C €25 and Stalls D €20, plus a €2.50 booking fee, on TakeYourSeats.ie. Seating is reserved — you choose your seats when booking.

Who performs?

The Mystery Ensemble, joined by soprano Megan Ruby Walsh.

How long is the concert?

1 hour.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for The Music of The Lord of The Rings at the O'Reilly Theatre are on sale now from €20 on TakeYourSeats.ie.

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KILLER ROBOTS comes to The New Theatre, Dublin on Tuesday 11 August 2026 — a Saints and Scholars panel discussion on technology, militarism and Ireland, taking in AI warfare, drones, data centres, the tech sector and militarisation, and Peter Thiel. Tickets are €5 on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Saints and Scholars presents KILLER ROBOTS — a panel discussion
• Presented by: Saints and Scholars
• Venue: The New Theatre, 43 East Essex Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2
• Date: Tuesday 11 August 2026, doors 6pm
• Running order: drinks reception and banner exhibition from 6pm; panel discussion 7pm to 8.30pm; website launch from 8.30pm
• Tickets: €5 (plus €1.50 fees)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

Saints and Scholars present KILLER ROBOTS, an evening of discussion on AI warfare, drones, data centres, the tech sector and militarisation, and Peter Thiel. The night opens with a drinks reception alongside the very first exhibition of the new Saints and Scholars banner, created by the group's workshop participants this summer, and closes with the launch of the organisation's new website.

Speakers will be announced in the coming weeks — keep an eye on @saintsandscholars.club on Instagram for announcements.

What to expect

Doors open at 6pm, with the drinks reception and banner exhibition running until 6.30pm. The panel discussion runs from 7pm to 8.30pm, followed by the website launch. The New Theatre is wheelchair accessible via a ramp and has an accessible bathroom.

Frequently asked questions

When is KILLER ROBOTS on?

One night only — Tuesday 11 August 2026 at The New Theatre, Dublin. Doors open at 6pm and the panel discussion runs from 7pm to 8.30pm.

How much are tickets?

€5, plus a €1.50 booking fee, on TakeYourSeats.ie.

What is it about?

A panel discussion on technology, militarism and Ireland — AI warfare, drones, data centres, the tech sector and militarisation, and Peter Thiel.

Who is speaking?

Speakers will be announced in the coming weeks on the Saints and Scholars Instagram, @saintsandscholars.club.

Is the venue accessible?

Yes — The New Theatre is wheelchair accessible via a ramp and has an accessible bathroom.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for KILLER ROBOTS at The New Theatre are €5 and on sale now on TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• What's On in Ireland: August 2026

This show is SOLD OUT. Neil Delamere brings Work in Progress to the Viking Theatre, Clontarf on Sunday 23 August 2026 at 7pm — a chance to see Neil in creative mode as he refines the next chapter of his stand-up. All seats were €18; check TakeYourSeats.ie for returns or last-minute availability.

Key facts

• Show: Neil Delamere — Work in Progress
• Venue: Viking Theatre, Clontarf, Dublin 3
• Date and time: Sunday 23 August 2026, 7pm
• Running time: 1 hour
• Tickets: all seats €18 — SOLD OUT
• Please note: no latecomers admitted
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie (returns/last-minute availability)

About the show

Neil Delamere is preparing his brand new show, and this hour at the Viking is a chance to see him in creative mode as he refines the next chapter of his stand-up. Loose, lively and full of surprises.

Frequently asked questions

When is Neil Delamere at the Viking Theatre?

Sunday 23 August 2026 at 7pm. The show runs one hour, and no latecomers are admitted.

Are tickets still available?

The show is sold out. Keep an eye on the booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie for returns or last-minute availability.

How much were tickets?

All seats €18.

What is a work-in-progress show?

A chance to see Neil in creative mode as he refines material for his brand new show.

Tickets and how to book

Work in Progress at the Viking Theatre is sold out. For returns or last-minute availability, check the show's page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• What's On in Ireland: August 2026

Judder Theatre Co. bring Philip Ridley's The Pitchfork Disney to The Teachers' Club, Parnell Square from 24 August to 5 September 2026, nightly except Sundays at 7.30pm. The award-winning dark, unsettling and darkly comic modern classic. Tickets from €20 on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: The Pitchfork Disney by Philip Ridley
• Presented by: Judder Theatre Co.
• Venue: The Teachers' Club, 36 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1
• Dates: nightly except Sundays, 24 August to 5 September 2026, 7.30pm (doors 7pm)
• Running time: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Tickets: €25 regular / €20 concession (student, unwaged, OAP), plus €1.50 fees
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the play

In a claustrophobic flat, two isolated siblings have hidden themselves from the outside world for years. Their fragile existence is shattered by the arrival of two mysterious strangers, unleashing fear, desire and unexpected revelations. Philip Ridley's award-winning modern classic is dark, unsettling and darkly comic.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Pitchfork Disney on?

Nightly except Sundays from 24 August to 5 September 2026 at 7.30pm, with doors opening at 7pm.

How much are tickets?

€25 regular and €20 concession (student, unwaged, OAP), plus a €1.50 booking fee, on TakeYourSeats.ie.

How long is the show?

1 hour 30 minutes.

What is the play about?

Two isolated siblings, hidden from the outside world in a claustrophobic flat, whose fragile existence is shattered by two mysterious strangers.

Where can I book?

On the show's page on TakeYourSeats.ie — choose your date and select your tickets.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for The Pitchfork Disney at The Teachers' Club are on sale now from €20 on TakeYourSeats.ie.

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GMT Jazz Club

Glass Mask Theatre @ Best Seller Cafe, Dawson Street, Dublin
Thursday 6 & Thursday 27 August 2026, music from 7pm (doors 6pm) · Tickets €35.00 (+ €2.50 fees) · Duration 150 minutes · Produced by Glass Mask Theatre
Please note: the Thursday 6 August session is SOLD OUT — tickets remain for Thursday 27 August.

Step into a transformed Glass Mask Theatre for a decadent night of live jazz. With a nod to New York of the 1970s, GMT invites you to sit back and enjoy a glorious playlist of live jazz in an elegant boutique theatre. Seating is unassigned and a table is included with your ticket — arrive early for the full food and drink service.

Saints and Scholars presents KILLER ROBOTS

The New Theatre, Dublin
Tuesday 11 August 2026, 6pm (doors 6pm) · Tickets €5.00 (+ €1.50 fees) · Duration 3hr · Produced by Saints and Scholars

A panel discussion on technology, militarism and Ireland: AI warfare, drones, data centres, the tech sector and militarisation. The evening opens with a drinks reception and the first exhibition of the new Saints and Scholars banner, created by this summer’s workshop participants.

The Music of Lord of the Rings: Tribute to Howard Shore — Waterford

Franciscan Friary, Waterford
Friday 14 August 2026, 8pm (doors 7.30pm) · Tickets €35.00 (+ €2.50 fees) · Performed by Mystery Ensemble · Produced by Red Events & Distribution Ltd.

Howard Shore’s iconic Lord of the Rings soundtrack comes to Waterford, performed by Mystery Ensemble in a candle-lit church setting. An evening of the stirring, powerful and deeply emotional compositions of the three-time Academy Award winner whose work shaped Peter Jackson’s cinematic masterpiece.

Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi by Mystery Ensemble

O'Reilly Theatre (Belvedere College), Dublin
Saturday 15 August 2026, 7pm (doors 6.30pm) · Tickets: Stalls A €37.00, Stalls B €30.00, Stalls C €25.00, Stalls D €20.00 (all + €2.50 fees) · Duration 60 minutes · Age restriction 6+ · Performed by Mystery Ensemble · Presented by RED EVENTS & DISTRIBUTION LIMITED

The music of world-famous Italian neoclassical composer Ludovico Einaudi, performed by Mystery Ensemble at the iconic O'Reilly Theatre in the heart of Dublin. The programme includes Luminous, Flora, Natural Light, Divenire, Petricor and Primavera, among others. Late entry may not be permitted.

The Music of The Lord of The Rings: Tribute to Howard Shore

Holy Trinity Church (Capuchins), Fr. Mathew Quay, Cork City
Saturday 15 August 2026, 8.30pm (doors 8pm) · Tickets: Early Bird 1 €20.00 (+ €2.50 fees) on sale now; Early Bird 2 €25, Early Bird 3 €30, Regular €35 · Seating first come, first served · Performed by Mystery Ensemble · Produced by Red Events & Distribution Ltd.

Howard Shore's iconic Lord of the Rings soundtrack comes to Cork, performed by Mystery Ensemble in the candle-lit intimacy of Holy Trinity Church. A magical evening of the stirring, powerful compositions of the three-time Academy Award winner behind Peter Jackson's cinematic masterpiece.

SYNAPSES

The New Theatre, Dublin
Wednesday 19 – Friday 21 August 2026, 7.30pm (doors 7.20pm) · Tickets €25.00, Concession (student, senior, unwaged) €22.50, Group rate (8+) €20.00 (all + €1.50 fees) · Duration 80 minutes · Age recommendation 16+

A play about love, memory and parenting. SYNAPSES follows Mike and Emily, a divorced couple who constantly row about money, access and parenting style — until an electrical fault spins them back and forth through time in search of the truth. “Open, honest, leaving you feeling you've stepped inside their lives” — The Independent.

Neil Delamere: Work in Progress — SOLD OUT

Viking Theatre, Clontarf, Dublin
Sunday 23 August 2026, 7pm · All seats €18.00 · Duration 1hr · No latecomers admitted · THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT

Neil Delamere is preparing his brand new show, and this is a chance to see him in creative mode as he refines the next chapter of his stand-up — loose, lively and full of surprises. The date is sold out; check the booking page for returns or last-minute availability.

The Pitchfork Disney

The Teachers Club, 36 Parnell Square, Dublin
Monday 24 August – Saturday 5 September 2026 (no show Sunday 30 August), 7.30pm (doors 7pm) · Tickets €25.00, Concession (student/unwaged/OAP) €20.00 (+ €1.50 fees) · Duration 1hr 30min · Produced by Judder Theatre Co.

Philip Ridley’s award-winning dark, unsettling and darkly comic modern classic. In a claustrophobic flat, two isolated siblings have hidden themselves from the outside world for years — until their fragile existence is shattered by the arrival of two mysterious strangers, unleashing fear, desire and unexpected revelations.

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Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. comes to the O'Reilly Theatre as part of the Liberties Festival programme, for one performance on Sunday 26 July 2026 at 6:00pm (doors 5:30pm). Dive under the sea with A Very Good Place to Start Stage School as Ariel, Sebastian, Flounder, King Triton and Ursula take the stage. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. — family musical
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: O'Reilly Theatre, Belvedere College, Great Denmark Street, Dublin
• Date: Sunday 26 July 2026 at 6:00pm (doors 5:30pm)
• Performed by: A Very Good Place to Start Stage School
• Director: Andrew Dawson
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

Dive under the sea with A Very Good Place to Start Stage School as they proudly present Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. Based on the beloved Disney animated classic and adapted from the Broadway production, it features music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and a book by Doug Wright. Join Ariel, Sebastian, Flounder, King Triton, Ursula and all your favourite characters on an unforgettable adventure filled with spectacular songs, colourful characters and magical moments for the whole family. Directed by Andrew Dawson, this vibrant production celebrates courage, friendship and following your dreams, and showcases the incredible dedication and talent of the school's young performers, who have spent the summer bringing this timeless story to life.

What to expect

An enchanting family musical on the O'Reilly Theatre stage — spectacular songs, colourful characters and magical moments, performed by a talented young cast. Doors open at 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Little Mermaid JR. on?
One performance only: Sunday 26 July 2026 at 6:00pm at the O'Reilly Theatre, Belvedere College, Great Denmark Street.

Is it suitable for children?
Yes — it's a family musical for the young and the young at heart.

Who is performing?
The young cast of A Very Good Place to Start Stage School, directed by Andrew Dawson.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. are available now. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• The Bilberry Ball at Michael Mallin Park
• Zumba at St. Catherine's Park

The Bilberry Ball comes to Michael Mallin Park as part of the Liberties Festival, for one afternoon on Sunday 26 July 2026 at 3:00pm (doors 2:45pm). The magic of the ancient festival of Lughnasa comes to the heart of the Liberties as the strawboys (and girls!) raise the dust for a dance party with Edwina Guckian and the Stray Sod Ceilí Band. Admission is free, with an optional €10 ticket. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: The Bilberry Ball — Lughnasa dance party
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: Michael Mallin Park, Dublin
• Date: Sunday 26 July 2026 at 3:00pm (doors 2:45pm)
• With: Edwina Guckian and the Stray Sod Ceilí Band
• Note: Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Tickets: Free / €10
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

The magic of the ancient festival of Lughnasa is coming to the heart of the Liberties at this specially curated Bilberry Ball, where the strawboys (and girls!) will raise the dust of Michael Mallin Park for a dance party with Edwina Guckian and the Stray Sod Ceilí Band. Bilberry or Fraochán Sunday falls on the last Sunday in July: the small purple bilberry that grows wild amongst the heather was picked and baked in cakes for prospective suitors on a celebratory day when communities gathered on mountain tops and lakesides to welcome the harvest festival of Lughnasa. Edwina Guckian is a dancer, artist, community activist and cultural curator from Leitrim, whose work is deeply rooted in the traditions, folklore and lived experience of rural Ireland — recent projects include the critically acclaimed The Devil's in the Dancehall, an immersive dance theatre experience inspired by the life and legacy of Jimmy Gralton.

What to expect

An open-air Lughnasa dance party in Michael Mallin Park with strawboys, céilí dancing and live music from the Stray Sod Ceilí Band. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Doors open at 2:45pm for a 3:00pm start.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Bilberry Ball on?
One afternoon only: Sunday 26 July 2026 at 3:00pm at Michael Mallin Park, as part of the Liberties Festival.

How much are tickets?
Admission is free, with an optional €10 ticket.

Can I bring children?
Yes — children must be accompanied by an adult.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Admission to The Bilberry Ball is free, with an optional €10 ticket. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• Zumba at St. Catherine's Park
• The Parting Glass at Tailors Hall

Zumba comes to St. Catherine's Park, Thomas Street as part of the Liberties Festival, for one open-air class on Sunday 26 July 2026 at 12:00pm (doors 11:45am). This high-energy class blends Latin-inspired dance with easy-to-follow moves to get your heart pumping and body moving. Tickets are €5 (plus €1.50 fee). Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Zumba — open-air dance fitness class
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: St. Catherine's Park, Thomas Street, Dublin
• Date: Sunday 26 July 2026 at 12:00pm (doors 11:45am)
• Tickets: €5 (plus €1.50 fee)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

This high-energy Zumba class blends Latin-inspired dance with easy-to-follow moves to get your heart pumping and body moving — a Sunday lunchtime burst of music and movement in St. Catherine's Park as the Liberties Festival wraps its 2026 programme.

What to expect

An open-air, high-energy Zumba class in St. Catherine's Park — Latin-inspired dance with easy-to-follow moves, suitable for anyone who wants to get moving. Doors open at 11:45am for a 12:00pm start.

Frequently asked questions

When is Zumba on?
One class only: Sunday 26 July 2026 at 12:00pm at St. Catherine's Park, Thomas Street, as part of the Liberties Festival.

How much are tickets?
€5, plus a €1.50 booking fee.

Do I need dance experience?
No — the moves are easy to follow and the class is high-energy fun for all levels.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for Zumba are €5 (plus €1.50 fee). Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• Church Bingo at St. Catherine's Church
• Liberties Next at St. Catherine's Church

The Meeting Room comes to Tailors Hall, Back Lane as part of the Liberties Festival, for one evening on Saturday 25 July 2026 at 7:30pm (doors 7:00pm). Open Call 2026: an evening of performance and art by emerging artists from the Liberties and across Dublin, responding to the experience of being young in the city right now — come dressed in your most outrageous officewear. Admission is free. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: The Meeting Room — Open Call 2026 performance evening
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: Tailors Hall, Back Lane, Dublin
• Date: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
• Developed by: Caoimhe O'Farrell (LEGROOM Collective) and Gabriela Waclawska
• Dress code: Your most outrageous officewear
• Tickets: Free
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

Open Call 2026: The Meeting Room is an evening of performance and art by emerging artists from the Liberties and across Dublin, as part of the Liberties Festival 2026 programme, responding to the experience of being young in the city right now. Developed by Caoimhe O'Farrell (LEGROOM Collective) and Gabriela Waclawska, the project comes from a growing frustration with the lack of affordable, accessible spaces for 18–30-year-olds to make work, meet others and engage with the arts. With venues closing and the cost of living increasing, opportunities for emerging artists to share work are increasingly limited. The Meeting Room is a participatory, audience-focused experience linking people aged 18–30 with each other and the city around them.

What to expect

A participatory, audience-focused evening of performance and art at Tailors Hall — come dressed in your most outrageous officewear. Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Meeting Room on?
One evening only: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 7:30pm at Tailors Hall, Back Lane, as part of the Liberties Festival.

How much are tickets?
Admission is free.

Is there a dress code?
Yes — come dressed in your most outrageous officewear.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Admission to The Meeting Room is free. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• The Parting Glass at Tailors Hall
• Lifting the Veil of Tommie Potts at Tailors Hall

Church Bingo comes to St. Catherine's Church, Thomas Street as part of the Liberties Festival, for one session on Saturday 25 July 2026 at 5:00pm. Eyes down and dabbers at the ready for a full house, with prizes for winners. This session is now SOLD OUT — the booking page is still linked below for returns or last-minute availability.

Key facts

• Event: Church Bingo
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: St. Catherine's Church, Thomas Street, Dublin
• Date: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 5:00pm
• Prizes: Prizes for winners
• Availability: SOLD OUT (check the booking page for returns)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

Eyes down and dabbers at the ready for a full house. Prizes for winners — bingo like you've never played it before, under the roof of St. Catherine's Church on Thomas Street as part of the Liberties Festival.

What to expect

A full-house bingo session at St. Catherine's Church — eyes down, dabbers ready, prizes for winners. The session starts at 5:00pm.

Frequently asked questions

When is Church Bingo on?
One session only: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 5:00pm at St. Catherine's Church, Thomas Street, as part of the Liberties Festival.

Is it sold out?
Yes — the session is sold out. Check the booking page for returns or last-minute availability.

Are there prizes?
Yes — prizes for winners.

Where can I check for returns?
Via the booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

This session is SOLD OUT. The booking page remains the place to check for returns or last-minute availability. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• Liberties Next at St. Catherine's Church
• Says She presents Roots & Rearers at St. Catherine's Church

Liberties at Smock Alley: Little Red Riding Hood comes to Smock Alley Theatre as part of the Liberties Festival, for one performance on Saturday 25 July 2026 at 2:30pm (doors 2:15pm). A lively musical adaptation of the classic fairy tale performed by the children of Kids Rock Theatre Studio, suitable for all ages. Admission is free. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Little Red Riding Hood — family musical
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: Smock Alley Theatre, Exchange Street Lower, Dublin
• Date: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 2:30pm (doors 2:15pm)
• Performed by: Kids Rock Theatre Studio
• Suitability: All ages
• Tickets: Free
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

A lively musical adaptation of the classic fairy tale, performed by the children of Kids Rock Theatre Studio. Familiar characters, catchy songs, humour, and an unexpected news-reporting twist bring the well-known story to life in a fresh and entertaining way. Suitable for audiences of all ages.

What to expect

A fresh, funny take on Little Red Riding Hood on the Smock Alley stage — familiar characters, catchy songs and an unexpected news-reporting twist, performed by young performers. Doors open at 2:15pm for a 2:30pm start.

Frequently asked questions

When is Little Red Riding Hood on?
One performance only: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 2:30pm at Smock Alley Theatre, as part of the Liberties Festival.

How much are tickets?
Admission is free.

Is it suitable for children?
Yes — the show is suitable for audiences of all ages.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Admission to Little Red Riding Hood is free. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• Divas Double Bill at Smock Alley Theatre
• Liberties Next at St. Catherine's Church

The Liberties at Smock Alley Divas Double Bill: D'Mini Girlos x Liberties Lasses comes to Smock Alley Theatre as part of the Liberties Festival, for one performance on Saturday 25 July 2026 at 12:00pm. This performance is now SOLD OUT — the booking page is still linked below for returns or last-minute availability.

Key facts

• Event: Divas Double Bill — Common (D'Mini Girlos) and On Meath Street (Liberty Lasses)
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: Smock Alley Theatre, Exchange Street Lower, Dublin
• Date: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 12:00pm
• Availability: SOLD OUT (check the booking page for returns)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

The Liberties Festival proudly presents community groups on the stage of the iconic Smock Alley Theatre. Common — "The world sees a postcode. People call them common. This is their answer." — is a bold, funny and deeply heartfelt new theatre piece following a group of teenage dance students as they navigate friendship, conflict and the pressures of growing up under the weight of other people's assumptions. Created by the Mini Girlos from Oliver Bond Flats, this work-in-progress showing presents three scenes from the production; it is supported by The Liberties Festival and Dublin Youth Theatre and facilitated by D'Girlos Theatre Company. On Meath Street — come hear us bang on about The Liberties — is a community theatre performance created by the Liberty Lasses and organised by artists Hannah Scrine and Linda Hederman. Developed through a socially-engaged arts process with the Liberties Community Development Project, it draws on the experiences, humour and perspectives of women living in and around The Liberties, with support from the Dublin City Council Arts Office Community Development Grant and The Liberties Festival.

What to expect

A double bill of community theatre on the Smock Alley stage: three scenes from Common, inspired by the voices and imagination of the young people who created it, followed by the Liberty Lasses' On Meath Street. The performance starts at 12:00pm.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Divas Double Bill on?
One performance only: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 12:00pm at Smock Alley Theatre, as part of the Liberties Festival.

Is it sold out?
Yes — the performance is sold out. Check the booking page for returns or last-minute availability.

What is on the bill?
Common, created by the Mini Girlos from Oliver Bond Flats, and On Meath Street, created by the Liberty Lasses with artists Hannah Scrine and Linda Hederman.

Where can I check for returns?
Via the booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

This performance is SOLD OUT. The booking page remains the place to check for returns or last-minute availability. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• Liberties Next at St. Catherine's Church
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Sowing the Seed comes to the i-d8 Studio at the Digital Hub, James's Street as part of the Liberties Festival, with two sessions on Saturday 25 July 2026 at 11:00am and 2:30pm. Join creative producer and facilitator Rita Hynes of Cailleach Books for a publishing workshop — note the 2:30pm session is already sold out, with places remaining at 11:00am. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Sowing the Seed — publishing workshop
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: i-d8 Studio at the Digital Hub, James's Street, Dublin
• Date: Saturday 25 July 2026, 11:00am (places available) and 2:30pm (sold out)
• With: Rita Hynes, Cailleach Books
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

Join creative producer and facilitator Rita Hynes of Cailleach Books for a publishing workshop following the Strawboys Costume Making Factory. Assemble a unique process-led workbook and play with the form of the book, the zine and the something in-between. Your completed workbook will be archived at the National Irish Visual Arts Library (NIVAL) as part of an ongoing collaboration with NCAD.

What to expect

A hands-on publishing workshop at the i-d8 Studio in the Digital Hub — assemble a process-led workbook exploring the book, the zine and the something in-between, which will then be archived at NIVAL. Sessions at 11:00am and 2:30pm (2:30pm sold out).

Frequently asked questions

When is Sowing the Seed on?
Two sessions on Saturday 25 July 2026, at 11:00am and 2:30pm, at the i-d8 Studio at the Digital Hub, James's Street, as part of the Liberties Festival. The 2:30pm session is sold out.

Is it sold out?
The 2:30pm session is sold out; places were still available at 11:00am at the time of writing.

What happens to my workbook?
Completed workbooks will be archived at the National Irish Visual Arts Library (NIVAL) as part of an ongoing collaboration with NCAD.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

The 2:30pm session of Sowing the Seed is sold out; places at 11:00am remain at the time of writing. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Where do we all belong? at The Bank, Digital Hub
• NIVAL-gazing: A Sense of Place at NCAD

Viking Knit Weave comes to Dublinia Museum, St Michael's Hill as part of the Liberties Festival, for one session on Saturday 25 July 2026 at 11:00am. Explore the ancient art of wire weaving with Dublinia's expert living historian, and make a keychain to take home. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Viking Knit Weave — wire-weaving workshop
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: Dublinia Museum, St Michael's Hill, Christ Church, Dublin
• Date: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 11:00am
• Duration: 3 hours with an expert living historian
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

Explore one of history's most significant crafts — the ancient art of wire weaving — and discover how it laid the groundwork for jewellery and currency in the Viking Age. You will have 3 hours with Dublinia's expert living historian to learn this traditional craft and make a keychain to take home.

What to expect

A hands-on, 3-hour wire-weaving workshop at Dublinia Museum led by an expert living historian, finishing with your own hand-made keychain to take home. The session starts at 11:00am.

Frequently asked questions

When is Viking Knit Weave on?
One session only: Saturday 25 July 2026 at 11:00am at Dublinia Museum, St Michael's Hill, as part of the Liberties Festival.

How long is the workshop?
3 hours with an expert living historian.

Do I get to keep what I make?
Yes — you will make a wire-woven keychain to take home.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for Viking Knit Weave are available now. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• Medieval Walking Tour from Dublinia, Christ Church
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The Parting Glass comes to Tailors Hall, Back Lane as part of the Liberties Festival, for one evening on Friday 24 July 2026 at 8:00pm. To close out the festival's run at Tailors Hall, the mighty Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin hosts an open singing session — singers, listeners, dreamers and schemers, all are welcome. Admission is free. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: The Parting Glass — open singing session
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: Tailors Hall, Back Lane, Dublin
• Date: Friday 24 July 2026 at 8:00pm
• Host: Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin
• Tickets: Free
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

To close out the festival's run at Tailor's Hall, the mighty Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin has been invited to host an open singing session. Singers, listeners, dreamers and schemers — all are welcome here. Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin, much admired for his powerful and resonant voice, is a singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and community activist from Dublin, whose musical roots are in the Conamara sean-nós singing tradition.

What to expect

An open singing session at Tailors Hall on Back Lane hosted by Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin — come to sing or simply to listen. The session starts at 8:00pm.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Parting Glass on?
One evening only: Friday 24 July 2026 at 8:00pm at Tailors Hall, Back Lane, as part of the Liberties Festival.

How much are tickets?
Admission is free.

Do I have to sing?
No — singers, listeners, dreamers and schemers are all welcome.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Admission to The Parting Glass is free. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Lifting the Veil of Tommie Potts at Tailors Hall
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Liberties Next comes to St. Catherine's Church, Thomas Street as part of the Liberties Festival, for one evening on Friday 24 July 2026 at 6:30pm (doors 6:00pm). Join Chats in the Flats and The Performance Corporation (Pretty Vacant) as they discuss creative responses in the community and issues of concern, with MC Anita Reilly. Admission is free. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Liberties Next — community discussion
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: St. Catherine's Church, Thomas Street, Dublin
• Date: Friday 24 July 2026 at 6:30pm (doors 6:00pm)
• With: Chats in the Flats, The Performance Corporation (Pretty Vacant); MC Anita Reilly
• Tickets: Free
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

Join Chats in the Flats and The Performance Corporation (Pretty Vacant) as they discuss creative responses in the community and issues of concern. MC: Anita Reilly.

What to expect

An evening of discussion at St. Catherine's Church on Thomas Street, looking at creative responses in the community and issues of concern. Doors open at 6:00pm for a 6:30pm start.

Frequently asked questions

When is Liberties Next on?
One evening only: Friday 24 July 2026 at 6:30pm at St. Catherine's Church, Thomas Street, as part of the Liberties Festival.

How much are tickets?
Admission is free.

What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 6:00pm for a 6:30pm start.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Admission to Liberties Next is free. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

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• Says She presents Roots & Rearers at St. Catherine's Church
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NIVAL-gazing: A Sense of Place comes to NIVAL @ NCAD, 100 Thomas Street as part of the Liberties Festival, for one lunchtime session on Friday 24 July 2026 at 1:00pm (doors 12:45pm). Join Ruth Hallinan to explore the artist book collection of the National Irish Visual Arts Library in terms of the Liberties and the artists who work here. Admission is free. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: NIVAL-gazing: A Sense of Place — artist book talk
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: NIVAL @ NCAD, 100 Thomas Street, Dublin
• Date: Friday 24 July 2026 at 1:00pm (doors 12:45pm)
• With: Ruth Hallinan
• Tickets: Free
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

The artist book considers space, content, and context. Does locality influence how an artist's book is made? Join Ruth Hallinan to explore the artist book collection of the National Irish Visual Arts Library (NIVAL) in terms of the Liberties and the artists who work here.

What to expect

A lunchtime exploration of NIVAL's artist book collection at 100 Thomas Street, looking at how the Liberties and its artists shape the artist's book. Doors open at 12:45pm for a 1:00pm start.

Frequently asked questions

When is NIVAL-gazing: A Sense of Place on?
One session only: Friday 24 July 2026 at 1:00pm at NIVAL @ NCAD, 100 Thomas Street, as part of the Liberties Festival.

How much are tickets?
Admission is free.

What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 12:45pm for a 1:00pm start.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Admission to NIVAL-gazing: A Sense of Place is free. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

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Focus in Motion comes to the Guinness Enterprise Centre, Taylor's Lane as part of the Liberties Festival, for one morning session on Friday 24 July 2026 at 10:00am (doors 9:45am). Matt Burke of Magic Minds leads an interactive workshop exploring mindfulness and meditation through movement, play and creativity. Admission is free. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Focus in Motion — interactive mindfulness workshop
• Part of: Liberties Festival
• Venue: Guinness Enterprise Centre, Taylor's Lane, Dublin
• Date: Friday 24 July 2026 at 10:00am (doors 9:45am)
• With: Matt Burke, Magic Minds
• Tickets: Free
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

Through mindfulness, breathwork, meditation and honest dialogue, Matt Burke from Magic Minds helps people release emotional tension, gain clarity, nurture inner peace, and reconnect with their deepest strength and identity. Focus in Motion is an interactive workshop that explores mindfulness and meditation through movement, play and creativity. Using games and engaging activities, participants develop focus, self-awareness, connection and emotional resilience in a fun and accessible way.

What to expect

An interactive workshop using games and engaging activities, concluding with a guided breathwork and meditation practice — the opportunity to experience deep relaxation, mental clarity and renewed energy before you leave. Doors open at 9:45am for a 10:00am start.

Frequently asked questions

When is Focus in Motion on?
One session only: Friday 24 July 2026 at 10:00am at the Guinness Enterprise Centre, Taylor's Lane, as part of the Liberties Festival.

How much are tickets?
Admission is free.

What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 9:45am for a 10:00am start.

Where can I book?
Tickets are available through TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Admission to Focus in Motion is free. Places can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

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