Howard Shore’s Oscar-winning music for The Lord of the Rings comes to Limerick, as the modern orchestra Mystery Ensemble performs the trilogy’s themes live at Mount Saint Alphonsus Redemptorist Catholic Church on Friday 24 July 2026 at 20:30. Earlybird tickets from €25. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Concert: The Music of The Lord of The Rings – Tribute to Howard Shore
• Performed by: Mystery Ensemble
• Venue: Mount Saint Alphonsus Redemptorist Catholic Church, Limerick
• Date and time: Friday 24 July 2026, 20:30
• Tickets: earlybird €25.00 and €30.00, regular €35.00 (plus €2.50 booking fee per ticket)
• Presented by: Red Events & Distribution Ltd.

About the concert

The Mystery Ensemble brings Howard Shore’s iconic soundtrack to life in a concert built to transport the audience into the heart of Tolkien’s universe — the world of elves, hobbits and dwarves at the centre of Peter Jackson’s films. Shore, a three-time Academy Award winner, wrote music that shaped the very essence of the trilogy, and the ensemble’s musicians perform its stirring, deeply emotional compositions in a church setting: “a chamber hall, the authentic sound of motifs from the soundtracks”, as the ensemble puts it.

The performers

Mystery Ensemble is a modern orchestra that performs film soundtracks live in their own arrangements. The ensemble is also in Dublin this July, performing The World of John Williams at the O’Reilly Theatre on Saturday 18 July 2026.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the concert?

Friday 24 July 2026 at 20:30, at Mount Saint Alphonsus Redemptorist Catholic Church, Limerick.

How much are tickets?

Earlybird tickets are €25.00 and €30.00, and regular tickets are €35.00, each plus a €2.50 booking fee. Each ticket admits one person.

Who is performing?

The Mystery Ensemble, performing Howard Shore’s music from The Lord of the Rings films.

Are tickets still available?

Yes — the concert is on sale now through the Mount Saint Alphonsus booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets are €25.00 and €30.00 earlybird and €35.00 regular, with one admission per ticket. Book online via the Mount Saint Alphonsus booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• The Mystery Ensemble also plays The World of John Williams at the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin — Saturday 18 July 2026.
• Kyla Cobbler live at the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin — Friday 4 September 2026.
• All the latest news and listings.

The Mystery Ensemble bring The Music of Harry Potter to Monkstown Church for one night only on Friday 25 September 2026. Presented by Red Events & Distribution, the concert begins at 21:00, with doors from 20:30.

Key facts

• Show: Monkstown: The Music of Harry Potter by Mystery Ensemble
• Performed by: Mystery Ensemble
• Presented by: Red Events & Distribution
• Venue: Monkstown Church (unreserved seating)
• Date & time: Friday 25 September 2026, 21:00 (doors 20:30)
• Tickets: Earlybird 1 €25, Earlybird 2 €30, Regular €35 (plus a €2.50 booking fee per ticket)
• Category: Music

About the concert

This concert presents the music of Harry Potter, performed live by the Mystery Ensemble at Monkstown Church. Seating is unreserved, and the organisers advise arriving early to get the best seats.

What to expect

A live music performance at Monkstown Church on Friday 25 September 2026, beginning at 21:00 with doors opening at 20:30. Seating is unreserved.

FAQ

Where is it on? Monkstown Church.

When is it on? Friday 25 September 2026 at 21:00 (doors open 20:30).

How much are tickets? Earlybird tickets from €25 (Earlybird 1 €25, Earlybird 2 €30) and Regular €35, plus a €2.50 booking fee per ticket.

Is seating reserved? No — seating is unreserved, so arrive early for the best seats.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets are available now through Take Your Seats. Use the button below to book.

The Dublin Cuban Film Festival returns for its third year, bringing three days of cinema from the Caribbean to the Irish capital’s cultural quarter. Running from Thursday 23 to Saturday 25 July 2026 at The New Theatre, the festival presents two Irish premieres and a pair of archive programmes, with all proceeds going to charity.

Key facts

• Festival: Dublin Cuban Film Festival 2026 (third year)
• Category: Film
• Venue: The New Theatre – The Fiona Hurley Auditorium
• Dates: Thursday 23, Friday 24 and Saturday 25 July 2026
• Times: Thursday and Friday at 7:00pm (doors 6:45pm); Saturday at 1:00pm and 4:00pm
• Tickets: Thursday opening night €15 (includes a drinks reception); Friday €10; Saturday €10 per film – plus a €1.50 booking fee per ticket
• In aid of: All proceeds go to mediCuba-Europe
• Booking: Online via TakeYourSeats.ie

The programme

Thursday 23 July, 7pm – Cuba After Castro (Irish Premiere)
The first and only American interview with Cuba’s president Miguel Díaz-Canel. This documentary from acclaimed journalist Abby Martin offers an intimate portrait of Cuba’s first leader born after the Revolution as he navigates intensified U.S. sanctions, a media war, the pandemic, and historic domestic protests. The film will be introduced by the Cuban Ambassador to Ireland and followed by a drinks reception.

Friday 24 July, 7pm – Nicolás: From Yare to Miraflores (Irish Premiere)
Before the sanctions, before he became one of the most contested figures in global politics, Nicolás Maduro was a boy on crowded Caracas streets listening to revolutionary folk songs. This first-person account traces his journey from bus driver to Venezuelan president, told through archive footage, music, and recreations of key moments in Latin American history.

Saturday 25 July, 1pm & 4pm – After the Revolution: Short Films from the Cuban Archives
Two programmes of rarely screened documentary shorts from the founding years of Cuba’s film institute (ICAIC). Part 1 (1pm) explores housing, land reform and peasant rebellions. Part 2 (4pm) covers the US blockade, the La Coubre explosion, and closes with Santiago Álvarez’s celebrated Che Guevara tribute, Hasta la Victoria Siempre.

What to expect

All films are in Spanish with English subtitles, except Thursday’s Cuba After Castro, which is in English. Please note that Nicolás: From Yare to Miraflores contains themes of political violence. All proceeds from the festival go to mediCuba-Europe, funding solar-powered electric tricycles for the Latin American School of Medicine in Havana.

FAQ

Where is it on?
The New Theatre – The Fiona Hurley Auditorium.

When can I see it?
Thursday 23 and Friday 24 July at 7:00pm (doors 6:45pm), and Saturday 25 July at 1:00pm and 4:00pm.

How much are tickets?
Thursday’s opening night is €15 and includes a drinks reception. Friday is €10 and Saturday screenings are €10 per film. A €1.50 booking fee applies per ticket.

What language are the films in?
All films are in Spanish with English subtitles, except Thursday’s Cuba After Castro, which is in English.

How do I book?
Tickets are available online through TakeYourSeats.ie using the link on this page.

Tickets and how to book

Opening night on Thursday is €15 and includes a drinks reception; Friday is €10; Saturday screenings are €10 per film. A €1.50 booking fee applies per ticket, and all proceeds go to mediCuba-Europe. Use the “Get tickets” button at the top of this page to choose your screenings.

The hit comedy that’s touring nationwide comes to Clontarf: Mary’s Hopes and Dreams plays the Viking Theatre, Dublin nightly except Sundays from 9 to 21 November 2026 at 8pm. Written and performed by Michael Ryan and Seán Kelleher, all seats are €20. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: Mary’s Hopes and Dreams
• Written and performed by: Michael Ryan and Seán Kelleher; directed by Geoff Gould
• Presented by: Blood in the Alley Productions in association with Hubcap Theatre
• Venue: Viking Theatre, Clontarf, Dublin
• Dates: nightly except Sundays, 9 to 21 November 2026, 8pm
• Running time: 85 minutes, no interval
• Suitability: target audience 12+ (mild swearing)
• Tickets: €20.00, group rate €18.00 (plus €1.50 booking fee per ticket); no latecomers admitted

About the play

Mary’s mundane life as a stay-at-home housewife is turned upside down when her best friend pushes her into a new world full of exciting opportunities. But it comes at a cost: Mary has to overcome many obstacles, the biggest being her domineering husband. Will she bow under the pressure of social norms, or can she achieve all her hopes and dreams?

This is a unique brand of high-energy, observational comedy theatre rooted in Irish culture, delighting audiences with madcap moments of slapstick, rap, mime, song, dance, martial arts — and swimming. A cast of colourful characters includes cattle dealers, tennis players, greyhound trainers, 80s pop stars and the much-loved Marys, performed with a minimal set and a rich soundscape. Audience reactions say it best: “Fantastic show… haven’t laughed like it in years”; “Laugh out loud comedy gold!”

Frequently asked questions

When is Mary’s Hopes and Dreams on?

Nightly except Sundays from Monday 9 to Saturday 21 November 2026, at 8pm, at the Viking Theatre in Clontarf.

How much are tickets?

All seats €20.00, with a group rate of €18.00, each plus a €1.50 booking fee.

How long is the show, and is it suitable for younger audiences?

85 minutes with no interval. The target audience is 12+, with mild swearing.

Can I arrive late?

No — no latecomers are admitted.

Tickets and how to book

All seats €20.00 (group rate €18.00), one admission per ticket. Book online via the Viking Theatre booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Also at the Viking: Phelim Drew in Joxer Daly Esq — 23 November to 5 December 2026.
• And for the festive season: A Christmas Carol at the Viking Theatre — 14 to 23 December 2026.
• All the latest news and listings.

Alan Bennett’s Bed Among the Lentils comes to the Lexicon Library for two evening performances, on Friday 26 June and Thursday 2 July 2026, presented by Rose Henderson Productions. Tickets are €18.50. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: Bed Among the Lentils by Alan Bennett
• Presented by: Rose Henderson Productions
• Venue: Lexicon Library
• Dates: Friday 26 June and Thursday 2 July 2026
• Time: 7:30pm (doors 7:00pm)
• Tickets: €18.50 (plus a €1.50 booking fee)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the show

Billed as “The Vicar, His Wife and The Grocer,” this is a chance to see Alan Bennett’s writing brought to the stage by Rose Henderson Productions across two intimate evenings at the Lexicon Library.

What to expect

Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start. Each ticket admits one person.

Frequently asked questions

When is Bed Among the Lentils on?
There are two performances at the Lexicon Library: Friday 26 June and Thursday 2 July 2026, each at 7:30pm.

How much are tickets?
Tickets are €18.50, plus a €1.50 booking fee.

What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start.

Who is presenting it?
The production is presented by Rose Henderson Productions.

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

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for Bed Among the Lentils are €18.50 (plus a €1.50 booking fee) and can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie. With only two dates, early booking is advised.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• The Love Hungry Farmer at the Viking Theatre
• Joxer Daly Esq at the Viking Theatre

PADDY – The Life and Times of Paddy Armstrong returns to the Viking Theatre, Clontarf, for eight nights this October, from 14 to 17 and 21 to 24 October 2026. The multi-award-winning one-man play, presented by Wooden Bridge Productions and starring Don Wycherley in the title role, comes back to the Viking after three sold-out runs. Tickets are €20. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: PADDY – The Life and Times of Paddy Armstrong
• Written by: Mary-Elaine Tynan, Don Wycherley & Niamh Gleeson
• Directed by: Mary-Elaine Tynan
• Starring: Don Wycherley as Paddy
• Presented by: Wooden Bridge Productions
• Venue: Viking Theatre, Clontarf, Dublin 3
• Dates: nightly from 14 to 17 and 21 to 24 October 2026
• Time: 8:00pm (doors 7:45pm)
• Tickets: €20 (plus a €1.50 booking fee)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the play

After three sold-out runs, this multi-award-winning play returns to the Viking. The one-man play, which premiered at the Viking in November 2024, was inspired by Paddy Armstrong’s memoir Life After Life, a Guildford Four Memoir, and stars Don Wycherley in the title role.

Fifty years after his wrongful conviction, at the age of 74, Paddy is facing into his twilight years and wrestling with a thousand turbulent memories. In Paddy he relives the moving, tender and often hilarious journey that forever altered his destiny — a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of forgiveness, reminding us that the privilege of freedom and love, family and everyday life can restore us and mend the scars of even the most savage injustice.

Don Wycherley brings unflinching honesty, pathos and humour to his portrayal of Paddy, a man failed and scarred by a flawed system yet refusing to be defined by it.

Who is Paddy Armstrong?

Paddy Armstrong is a native of Belfast, Northern Ireland. In 1975 he was falsely convicted of helping carry out the Guildford and Woolwich bombings, a conviction for which he spent 15 years in prison. Today, he lives in Clontarf, Dublin, with his wife and children.

Frequently asked questions

When is PADDY on at the Viking Theatre?
It runs for eight nights: 14, 15, 16 and 17 October, then 21, 22, 23 and 24 October 2026, each at 8:00pm.

How much are tickets?
Tickets are €20, plus a €1.50 booking fee.

Who stars in it?
Don Wycherley plays Paddy in this one-man play, written by Mary-Elaine Tynan, Don Wycherley and Niamh Gleeson and directed by Mary-Elaine Tynan.

What is the play about?
It is inspired by Paddy Armstrong’s memoir Life After Life, a Guildford Four Memoir, following his journey fifty years after his wrongful conviction.

What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 7:45pm for an 8:00pm start.

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

Tickets and how to book

Tickets for PADDY – The Life and Times of Paddy Armstrong are €20 (plus a €1.50 booking fee) and can be booked now through TakeYourSeats.ie. With three previous sold-out runs, early booking is advised.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• The Love Hungry Farmer at the Viking Theatre
• Joxer Daly Esq at the Viking Theatre
• A Christmas Carol at the Viking Theatre

The World of John Williams comes to the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin for one night only on Saturday 18 July 2026 at 6:30pm. Performed by the Mystery Ensemble and produced by RED Events & Distribution, this 60-minute concert brings the maestro’s most iconic film soundtracks to the stage. Tickets are €20 to €37 — book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Concert: The World of John Williams by the Mystery Ensemble
• Produced by: RED Events & Distribution
• Venue: O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin
• Date: Saturday 18 July 2026, 6:30pm (doors 6pm)
• Running time: 60 minutes
• Tickets: Stalls A €37 · Stalls B €30 · Stalls C €25 · Stalls D €20 (plus €2.50 booking fee)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the concert

Immerse yourself in the music of one of the most successful film composers in history. The evening brings together iconic soundtracks from Harry Potter, Home Alone, Star Wars, Schindler’s List, Indiana Jones, E.T. and Jurassic Park, performed in the Mystery Ensemble’s own arrangements. Over a career spanning more than 70 years, John Williams has received 25 Grammys, 5 Oscars and 4 Golden Globes, with 53 Academy Award nominations.

Programme

The advertised programme includes:

• Star Wars — Main Theme, Luke and Leia, Cantina Band, Rey’s Theme, Duel of the Fates
• Harry Potter — Harry’s Wondrous World, Fawkes the Phoenix, Diagon Alley
• E.T. — Theme and Flying Theme
• Indiana Jones — Marion’s Theme
• Memoirs of a Geisha — Sayuri’s Theme
• Schindler’s List — Main Theme
• Home Alone — Somewhere in My Memory, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
• Jurassic Park — A Tree for My Bed, My Friend the Brachiosaurus, Welcome to Jurassic Park

What to expect

A 60-minute concert at the O’Reilly Theatre. Doors open at 6pm, with the performance beginning at 6:30pm. The promoter notes that late entry may not be permitted out of respect for guests and performers, and that original seats cannot be guaranteed once the concert begins.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is The World of John Williams?

Saturday 18 July 2026 at the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin. The concert starts at 6:30pm and doors open at 6pm.

How long is the concert?

The running time is 60 minutes.

Who is performing?

The Mystery Ensemble, a group of professional musicians performing soundtrack and tribute programmes, in their own arrangements.

How much are tickets?

Tickets are tiered by seating area: Stalls A €37, Stalls B €30, Stalls C €25 and Stalls D €20, each plus a €2.50 booking fee.

Where can I book?

Book online at TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

The World of John Williams plays the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin on Saturday 18 July 2026. Tickets range from €20 to €37. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Upcoming shows at the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin
• SYNAPSES at the Viking Theatre, until 27 June
• What’s On in Ireland: June 2026 guide

Phelim Drew revives his acclaimed turn as Joxer Daly in Eddie Naughton’s Joxer Daly Esq at the Viking Theatre, Clontarf, nightly except Sundays from 23 November to 5 December 2026 at 8pm. All seats are €20, and Tuesday 24 November is already sold out. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: Joxer Daly Esq by Eddie Naughton
• Starring: Phelim Drew; originally directed by Karl Shiels
• Venue: Viking Theatre, Clontarf, Dublin
• Dates: nightly except Sundays, 23 November to 5 December 2026, 8pm
• Tickets: €20.00, group rate €18.00 (plus €1.50 booking fee per ticket); Tuesday 24 November sold out
• Note: no latecomers admitted

About the play

Joxer Daly is a much-loved character in Sean O’Casey’s masterpiece Juno and the Paycock — a “butty” of Captain Boyle who lives by his wits, loitering in hallways and the surrounding streets hoping to hear something, or pick something up, that might be to his advantage. Eddie Naughton’s play examines the effect of rapidly changing times on this inhabitant of Dublin’s inner city, from the 1913 Lockout through the Easter Rising, the War of Independence and the Civil War.

First performed at Bewley’s Cafe Theatre in 2018 under the direction of the much-loved and lamented Karl Shiels, the production enjoyed a successful run at the Viking in 2020, and now Phelim Drew returns to Clontarf in the role. The critics were taken: “Phelim Drew is convincing as Joxer — the archetypal, gravelly Dub” (Sunday Times); “Phelim Drew is perfect for the part. He is every inch a Joxer” (Irish Independent); the Sunday Independent praised his “powerhouse performance as the wild-eyed, shambling figure”, and the Mail on Sunday gave it four stars.

Frequently asked questions

When is Joxer Daly Esq on?

Nightly except Sundays from Monday 23 November to Saturday 5 December 2026, at 8pm, at the Viking Theatre in Clontarf.

How much are tickets?

All seats €20.00, with a group rate of €18.00, each plus a €1.50 booking fee.

Are any dates sold out?

Yes — Tuesday 24 November is sold out. All other dates are on sale.

Do I need to know Juno and the Paycock?

No — the play stands on its own, following O’Casey’s much-loved rogue through the Lockout, the Rising and the Civil War years.

Tickets and how to book

All seats €20.00 (group rate €18.00), one admission per ticket. Book online via the Viking Theatre booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Also at the Viking: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens — 14 to 23 December 2026.
• Earlier in November: Mary’s Hopes and Dreams, the hit touring comedy — 9 to 21 November 2026.
• All the latest news and listings.

BAFTA award-winning author, activist and performer Lemn Sissay OBE brings his acclaimed show Let the Light Pour In LIVE to the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin on Monday 9 November 2026 at 7:30pm. Presented by Fane Productions, the evening runs 110 minutes and tickets are €34. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Lemn Sissay — Let the Light Pour In LIVE
• Venue: O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin
• Date and time: Monday 9 November 2026, 7:30pm
• Duration: 110 minutes
• Tickets: €34.00 (plus €1.50 booking fee per ticket)
• Presented by: Fane Productions

About the show

Every morning for ten years, Lemn Sissay has written four lines and shared them on his socials with no explanation and no title. After catching the public’s attention, the poems have been transformed into murals, quoted in books, made into songs and even tattoos. He chose the best of them for Let the Light Pour In, which became an instant Sunday Times bestseller — and now a live show.

With live readings from his books, Lemn unravels some of the original stories behind the poems and how they have been used in people’s lives, and his own. Expect an evening full of truth, humour and hope, as he lets us into his morning poetry practice. As Fearne Cotton put it: “I am not sure I’ve read a more beautiful poetry book.”

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the show?

Monday 9 November 2026 at 7:30pm, at the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin.

How much are tickets?

€34.00 each, plus a €1.50 booking fee.

Will there be a book signing?

Yes — Lemn will be signing books after the show. Copies of Let the Light Pour In and additional bestselling titles will be available to buy at the venue.

How long does it last?

Around 110 minutes.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets are €34.00, one admission per ticket. Book online via the O’Reilly Theatre booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Also in November: The Last Pagans, a world premiere by Stephen Jones at Glass Mask Theatre — 3 to 28 November 2026.
• At the Viking Theatre: Phelim Drew in Joxer Daly Esq — 23 November to 5 December 2026.
• All the latest news and listings.

Seamus O’Rourke stars in John B. Keane’s The Love Hungry Farmer at the Viking Theatre, Clontarf, nightly except Sundays from 28 September to 10 October 2026 at 8pm. City Theatre Dublin’s production is directed by Michael Scott, and all seats are €25. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: The Love Hungry Farmer by John B. Keane
• Starring: Seamus O’Rourke; directed by Michael Scott
• Presented by: City Theatre Dublin
• Venue: Viking Theatre, Clontarf, Dublin
• Dates: nightly except Sundays, 28 September to 10 October 2026, 8pm
• Tickets: €25.00, group rate €23.00 (plus €1.50 booking fee per ticket); Saturday 3 and Saturday 10 October are already sold out
• Note: no latecomers admitted

About the play

John Bosco McLaine is a man who has never lain down with a woman, but has had romantic blood pulsing through his veins all his life. Always an optimist — and virgin in equal measure — he embarks on a search for an ideal companion regardless of age, failure rate or damned advice, following his heart in an ultimate bid to procure himself a wife in a community where advice is ample and women few.

Often referred to as the natural successor to John B. Keane as Ireland’s masterful present-day storyteller, Seamus O’Rourke brings the wistful, blundering, romantic John Bosco to life, matching stride for stride Keane’s fantastic wit and way with words in an uproarious evening of laughter, love, hope and desire.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Love Hungry Farmer on?

Nightly except Sundays from Monday 28 September to Saturday 10 October 2026, at 8pm, at the Viking Theatre in Clontarf.

How much are tickets?

All seats are €25.00, with a group rate of €23.00, each plus a €1.50 booking fee.

Are any dates sold out?

Yes — both Saturdays (3 and 10 October) are sold out, so book early for the remaining dates.

Can I arrive late?

No — no latecomers are admitted.

Tickets and how to book

All seats €25.00 (group rate €23.00), one admission per ticket. Choose your night and book online via the Viking Theatre booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Also at the Viking: Anne Gildea’s Further Adventures in WOMANING — 26 October to 7 November 2026.
• And later this autumn: Mary’s Hopes and Dreams, the hit touring comedy — 9 to 21 November 2026.
• All the latest news and listings.

Late Night Station comes to The New Theatre, Dublin, running from Tuesday 7 to Saturday 11 July 2026. A sharp-edged, darkly comic drama produced by The New Theatre, it blends absurd humour with political unease across a tight 70 minutes. Tickets are €25 (€22.50 concession), with a group rate for parties of eight or more — book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: Late Night Station
• Produced by: The New Theatre
• Venue: The New Theatre, Dublin
• Dates: Tuesday to Friday, 7 to 10 July 2026 at 7:30pm, with a Saturday matinee at 3pm on 11 July (doors 7:15pm for evening shows)
• Running time: 70 minutes
• Tickets: €25 regular · €22.50 concession (student, senior, unwaged) · €20 group rate (8+)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the play

Late Night Station is a sharp-edged, darkly comic drama that reveals how ordinary people become complicit in systems of control and denial. Blending absurd humour with political unease, Wise and Flannagan pass the night watching surveillance screens, feeding unseen dogs, and arguing about music, conspiracy theories, and the meaning of their work. What are they actually guarding — and who are the strangers who lurk close by?

What to expect

A 70-minute drama at The New Theatre. Evening performances begin at 7:30pm with doors at 7:15pm, and there is a 3pm matinee on Saturday 11 July.

Frequently asked questions

When is Late Night Station on?

Tuesday to Friday, 7 to 10 July 2026 at 7:30pm, with a Saturday matinee at 3pm on 11 July.

How long is the show?

The running time is 70 minutes.

How much are tickets?

Regular tickets are €25, concession (student, senior, unwaged) is €22.50, and a group rate of €20 applies to bookings of eight or more — each plus a €1.50 booking fee.

Where is it on?

At The New Theatre, Dublin.

Where can I book?

Book online at TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

Late Night Station runs at The New Theatre, Dublin from 7 to 11 July 2026. Tickets are €25 (€22.50 concession), with a €20 group rate for eight or more. Choose your date and book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• SYNAPSES — Gúna Nua’s comedy drama at the Viking Theatre, 15 to 27 June
• What’s On in Ireland: June 2026 guide

The Last Pagans, a world premiere by Stephen Jones directed by Rex Ryan, runs at Glass Mask Theatre, Dawson Street, Dublin from 3 to 28 November 2026, Monday to Saturday at 7pm. Preview and special-offer nights are €20, with standard tickets €35. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: The Last Pagans — a world premiere by Stephen Jones
• Director: Rex Ryan
• Venue: Glass Mask Theatre at the Best Seller Cafe, Dawson Street, Dublin
• Dates: Monday to Saturday, 3 to 28 November 2026, 7pm (doors 6pm)
• Tickets: previews (3–4 November) €20.00; standard €35.00, concession €24.00; special offer €20.00 on Monday and Tuesday nights from 9 November (all plus €1.50 booking fee per ticket)
• Seating: unassigned, with a table included with your ticket; optional pre-show food and drink

About the play

The Last Pagans is a brand-new play by Stephen Jones, receiving its world premiere at Glass Mask, directed by the theatre’s own Rex Ryan. In the Glass Mask boutique setting — where every seat is a front row seat — doors open at 6pm for food and drink before the 7pm show.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Last Pagans on?

Monday to Saturday from Tuesday 3 to Saturday 28 November 2026 at 7pm, with doors at 6pm. There are no Sunday performances.

How much are tickets?

The previews on 3 and 4 November are €20.00. After that, standard tickets are €35.00 and concessions €24.00, with €20.00 special-offer Monday and Tuesday nights. A €1.50 booking fee applies per ticket.

What is the venue like?

Glass Mask Theatre is a boutique theatre at the Best Seller Cafe on Dawson Street. Seating is unassigned, a table is included with your ticket, and an optional pre-show food and drink service is available from 6pm.

Tickets and how to book

Previews €20.00, standard €35.00, concession €24.00, Monday/Tuesday special offer €20.00 — one admission per ticket. Choose your night and book online via the Glass Mask Theatre booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Also at the O’Reilly Theatre: Lemn Sissay — Let the Light Pour In LIVE — Monday 9 November 2026.
• Across the city at the Viking: Phelim Drew in Joxer Daly Esq — 23 November to 5 December 2026.
• All the latest news and listings.

Cork comedian Chris Kent makes his debut appearance at the Viking Theatre, Clontarf, Dublin with his work-in-progress show, running nightly at 8pm from Wednesday 1 to Saturday 4 July 2026. All seats were priced at €15. All four performances are now sold out.

Key facts

• Show: Chris Kent: Work in Progress
• Performer: Chris Kent
• Venue: Viking Theatre, Connolly’s The Sheds, Clontarf Road, Dublin 3
• Dates: nightly at 8pm, Wednesday 1 to Saturday 4 July 2026
• Tickets: all seats €15 — currently sold out
• Please note: no latecomers admitted
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the show

Chris Kent is fast becoming a household name in Ireland. Known for his observational comedy, he is a favourite at the Cat Laughs Comedy Festival and has appeared on Russell Howard’s Stand Up Central and The Blame Game. This run marks his first appearance at the Viking Theatre, where he brings a work-in-progress set across four nights.

Frequently asked questions

When is Chris Kent at the Viking Theatre?

Nightly at 8pm from Wednesday 1 to Saturday 4 July 2026.

Are tickets still available?

No — all four performances are currently sold out on TakeYourSeats.ie.

How much were tickets?

All seats were €15.

Where is the Viking Theatre?

Connolly’s The Sheds, Clontarf Road, Dublin 3.

Is there anything to note before going?

No latecomers are admitted.

Tickets and availability

This run is sold out. You can check the booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie for the latest availability on each date.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• SYNAPSES at the Viking Theatre, Clontarf — until 27 June 2026
• Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi at the O’Reilly Theatre — 15 August 2026
• What’s On in Ireland: June 2026 guide

Eason presents an evening with Rebecca F. Kuang, the bestselling author of Yellowface, at the O’Reilly Theatre, Belvedere College, Dublin on Monday 14 September 2026 at 7pm. The in-conversation event celebrates her new novel Taipei Story, with tickets from €15.99 — or €29.99 including a signed copy. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Eason presents an evening with Rebecca F. Kuang
• Venue: O’Reilly Theatre, Belvedere College, Dublin
• Date and time: Monday 14 September 2026, 7pm
• Tickets: €29.99 (entry plus a signed copy of Taipei Story) or €15.99 (entry only), plus €1.50 booking fee per ticket
• Presented by: Eason

About the event

Rebecca F. Kuang appears in conversation to celebrate the publication of her new book Taipei Story — a coming-of-age story exploring identity, language, grief and family history during a Taiwanese summer. Kuang is renowned for her sharp, genre-defying novels: Yellowface was the publishing sensation of 2023, and a Marshall Scholar and PhD candidate at Yale, she has earned accolades from the Nebula, Locus, Crawford and British Book Awards for Katabasis, Babel and The Poppy War trilogy.

Eason will be selling copies of Kuang’s novels on the night. After the talk, Rebecca will sign and/or personalise one copy per reader, and there will be an opportunity for candid photos.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the event?

Monday 14 September 2026 at 7pm, at the O’Reilly Theatre, Belvedere College, Dublin.

What do the two ticket types include?

€29.99 includes entry plus a signed copy of Taipei Story, which you collect at the venue on the night. €15.99 is entry only. Each is subject to a €1.50 booking fee.

Will there be a signing?

Yes — after the talk, Rebecca will sign and/or personalise one copy per reader, and candid photos can be taken. Copies of her novels will be on sale at the venue.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets are €29.99 (with signed book) or €15.99 (entry only), one admission per ticket. Book online via the O’Reilly Theatre booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Also in the Eason series: an evening with Kyla Cobbler at the O’Reilly Theatre — Friday 4 September 2026.
• More words on stage: Lemn Sissay — Let the Light Pour In LIVE at the O’Reilly Theatre — Monday 9 November 2026.
• All the latest news and listings.

The GMT Jazz Club plays on through the summer at Glass Mask Theatre at the Best Seller Cafe, Dawson Street, Dublin, with five Thursday dates from 25 June to 27 August 2026. Doors open at 6pm for food and drink, the music starts at 7pm, and tickets are €35. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: GMT Jazz Club — live jazz at Glass Mask Theatre
• Venue: Glass Mask Theatre at the Best Seller Cafe, Dawson Street, Dublin
• Summer dates: Thursdays 25 June, 9 July, 23 July, 6 August and 27 August 2026
• Times: doors 6pm, music from 7pm; the evening runs around 150 minutes
• Seating: unassigned, with a table included with your ticket
• Tickets: €35.00 (plus €2.50 booking fee per ticket)
• Presented by: Glass Mask Theatre

About the night

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 its elegant boutique theatre — where, as the house motto goes, every seat is a front row seat. Arrive early to take advantage of the full food and drink service before the music begins.

Frequently asked questions

When is the GMT Jazz Club on this summer?

Thursdays 25 June, 9 July, 23 July, 6 August and 27 August 2026. Doors open at 6pm and the music starts at 7pm.

How much are tickets?

€35.00 each, plus a €2.50 booking fee. A table is included with your ticket.

Is there food and drink?

Yes — doors open at 6pm and an optional pre-show food and drink service is available before the music.

Where is the venue?

Glass Mask Theatre at the Best Seller Cafe on Dawson Street, Dublin. Seating is unassigned.

Tickets and how to book

Tickets are €35.00, one admission per ticket with a table included. Choose your Thursday and book online via the Glass Mask Theatre booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Kyla Cobbler live at the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin — Friday 4 September 2026.
• Also at Glass Mask Theatre: The Last Pagans, a world premiere by Stephen Jones — 3 to 28 November 2026.
• All the latest news and listings.

GMT Jazz Club: A Night of Joni Mitchell comes to Glass Mask Theatre on Dawson Street, Dublin for one night only on Thursday 2 July 2026. Shadows and Light perform their intimate show Songs and Stories of Joni Mitchell, with doors at 6pm and music from 7pm onwards. This performance is sold out — a waiting list is open on the booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: GMT Jazz Club: A Night of Joni Mitchell
• Performed by: Shadows and Light — Maura Vambeck (vocals), Dave Mulligan (guitars and vocals), Paul Enright (keyboards) and Dave McCune (percussion)
• Venue: Glass Mask Theatre at Best Seller Cafe, Dawson Street, Dublin
• Date and time: Thursday 2 July 2026 · doors 6pm · music from 7pm
• Seating: unassigned — a table is included with your ticket
• Food and drink: optional pre-show food and drink available
• Availability: sold out — waiting list on the booking page
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the show

Shadows and Light are a four-piece group who have been performing Songs and Stories of Joni Mitchell for over 12 years, playing Joni’s music and developing the sound and the show throughout. The lineup is Maura Vambeck on vocals, Dave Mulligan on guitars and vocals, Paul Enright on keyboards and Dave McCune on percussion. The music carries a high degree of arrangement, with improvisation that spans the genres and decades of Joni’s music.

What to expect

GMT Jazz Club transforms Glass Mask Theatre into an elegant boutique jazz club with a nod to the New York of the 1970s — every seat is a front row seat, seating is unassigned and a table is included with your ticket. Arrive early to take advantage of the full food and drink service. Doors 6pm; music 7pm onwards.

Frequently asked questions

When is A Night of Joni Mitchell on?

One night only: Thursday 2 July 2026 at GMT Jazz Club at Glass Mask Theatre, Dublin. Doors open at 6pm and the music runs from 7pm onwards.

Are tickets still available?

No — this performance is currently sold out. A waiting list is open on the booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Who performs the show?

Shadows and Light: Maura Vambeck (vocals), Dave Mulligan (guitars and vocals), Paul Enright (keyboards) and Dave McCune (percussion).

Where is the venue?

Glass Mask Theatre at Best Seller Cafe, Dawson Street, Dublin.

Tickets and availability

This date is sold out. You can join the waiting list on the booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• SYNAPSES at the Viking Theatre, Clontarf — until 27 June 2026
• Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi at the O’Reilly Theatre — 15 August 2026
• What’s On in Ireland: June 2026 guide

The Good Luck Club, a blistering new immersive work from ANU Productions in collaboration with the National Archives of Ireland, runs from Thursday 11 to Sunday 14 June 2026. Audiences roam the private spaces of the National Archives in a living excavation of 1920s and 1930s Ireland, built around the infamous Irish Hospitals Sweepstakes. All performances are sold out.

Key facts

• Show: The Good Luck Club — ANU Productions in collaboration with the National Archives of Ireland
• Venue: The National Archives of Ireland, Dublin
• Dates: Thursday 11 to Sunday 14 June 2026 — Thursday and Friday at 7pm and 8.45pm; Saturday and Sunday at 4pm, 6.30pm and 8.15pm
• Running time: 75 minutes
• Age guidance: 15+
• Availability: all performances sold out
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the show

Luck wasn’t chance. It was an industry. From ANU Productions, creators of the sell-out and critically acclaimed The Dead and Hammam, The Good Luck Club steps inside the gilded machinery of the infamous Irish Hospitals Sweepstakes, a global gambling phenomenon that helped bankroll a fragile young state. Desperate hope collides with the sharp calculations of post-war Ireland, as four thousand women open envelopes heavy with longing, loss and last chances. In the shadows of official records and whispered ambitions, a nation reveals how it was built… on a ticket and a prayer.

The production is part of the National Archives of Ireland’s landmark Census 1926 programme.

What to expect

This is an immersive production: audiences are invited to roam the private spaces of the National Archives of Ireland, moving between hope and heartbreak. The running time is 75 minutes and age guidance is 15+.

Frequently asked questions

When is The Good Luck Club on?

From Thursday 11 to Sunday 14 June 2026: Thursday and Friday at 7pm and 8.45pm, and Saturday and Sunday at 4pm, 6.30pm and 8.15pm.

Are tickets still available?

No — every performance is currently sold out on TakeYourSeats.ie.

How long is the show, and is there an age guidance?

The running time is 75 minutes and age guidance is 15+.

Who did concessions apply to?

Concession tickets were limited for each performance and applied to under 18s, students, senior citizens and the unwaged, with proof of eligibility required.

Tickets and availability

All performances are sold out. The latest availability for each date is on the booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Epiphany at The New Theatre, Dublin — until 16 June 2026
• Bloomsday Breakfast at Belvedere Townhouse — 16 June 2026
• SYNAPSES at the Viking Theatre, Clontarf — until 27 June 2026

A Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi comes to the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin for one night only on Saturday 15 August 2026 at 7pm. Performed by the Mystery Ensemble and produced by RED Events & Distribution, this 60-minute concert celebrates the music of the Italian neoclassical composer in the ensemble’s own arrangements. Tickets are €20 to €37 — book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Concert: Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi by the Mystery Ensemble
• Produced by: RED Events & Distribution
• Venue: O’Reilly Theatre (Belvedere College), Dublin
• Date: Saturday 15 August 2026, 7pm (doors 6:30pm)
• Running time: 60 minutes
• Age guidance: 6+
• Tickets: Stalls A €37 · Stalls B €30 · Stalls C €25 · Stalls D €20 (plus €2.50 booking fee)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the concert

The evening’s programme is devoted to the music of Ludovico Einaudi, one of the most prominent voices in contemporary neoclassicism, performed by the Mystery Ensemble. Einaudi’s delicate, atmospheric writing — including pieces composed while walking through the snow-capped mountains of Switzerland for his Seven Days Walking project — has made him one of the most-streamed classical artists in the world.

Programme

The advertised programme includes: Luminous, Rolling Like a Ball, Indian Yellow, Flora, Natural Light, Almost June, Swordfish, Wind Song, Atoms, Temple White, Nobody Knows, Underwater, Divenire, Petricor and Primavera.

What to expect

A 60-minute concert at the O’Reilly Theatre, with an age guidance of 6+. Doors open at 6:30pm and the performance begins at 7pm. The promoter notes that late entry may not be permitted out of respect for guests and performers, and that original seats cannot be guaranteed once the concert begins.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the Einaudi tribute?

Saturday 15 August 2026 at the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin. The concert starts at 7pm and doors open at 6:30pm.

How long is the concert?

The running time is 60 minutes.

Who is performing?

The Mystery Ensemble, a group of professional musicians performing tribute and soundtrack programmes in their own arrangements.

Is it suitable for children?

The concert carries an age guidance of 6+.

How much are tickets?

Tickets are tiered by seating area: Stalls A €37, Stalls B €30, Stalls C €25 and Stalls D €20, each plus a €2.50 booking fee.

Tickets and how to book

The Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi plays the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin on Saturday 15 August 2026. Tickets range from €20 to €37. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Upcoming shows at the O’Reilly Theatre, Dublin
• SYNAPSES at the Viking Theatre, until 27 June
• What’s On in Ireland: June 2026 guide

The official Bloomsday Breakfast returns to Belvedere Townhouse, Dublin on Tuesday 16 June 2026, hosted by the James Joyce Centre and produced by Belvedere College. Expect a lively morning of songs, readings, guest speakers and playful recreations from Ulysses — plus a hearty full Irish breakfast. The 11am sitting is already sold out and the 8am sitting is selling fast. Tickets are €60 on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Event: Bloomsday Breakfast — Belvedere College, hosted by the James Joyce Centre
• Venue: Belvedere Townhouse, Dublin
• Date: Tuesday 16 June 2026
• Sittings: 8am (doors 7:30am) — selling fast · 11am — sold out
• Tickets: €60 (admits one person)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the event

Start Bloomsday the right way: step into the world of Ulysses and celebrate James Joyce among fellow enthusiasts as the spirit of Bloomsday comes to life around you. The morning brings songs, readings, guest speakers and playful recreations from the novel, in one of Dublin’s most beloved literary traditions.

What to expect

No Bloomsday breakfast would be complete without a hearty full Irish breakfast — including the famous pan-fried kidneys, just as Leopold Bloom enjoyed. Doors open at 7:30am for the 8am sitting. Come hungry, come curious, and come ready to celebrate.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the Bloomsday Breakfast?

Tuesday 16 June 2026 at Belvedere Townhouse, Dublin. The 8am sitting opens its doors at 7:30am.

Is breakfast included?

Yes — a full Irish breakfast is served, including pan-fried kidneys as enjoyed by Leopold Bloom in Ulysses.

How much are tickets?

Tickets are €60 and admit one person, plus a €2.50 booking fee.

Can I still get tickets?

The 11am sitting is sold out. Tickets for the 8am sitting are still available but selling fast.

Where can I book?

Book online at TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

The Bloomsday Breakfast takes place at Belvedere Townhouse on Tuesday 16 June 2026. Tickets for the 8am sitting are €60 and selling fast. Book now on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Epiphany — Joyce’s ‘The Dead’ reimagined at The New Theatre, until 16 June
• SYNAPSES — Gúna Nua’s comedy drama at the Viking Theatre, 15 to 27 June
• The Kerryman at Glass Mask Theatre, until 20 June
• What’s On in Ireland: June 2026 guide

SYNAPSES comes to the Viking Theatre, Clontarf, Dublin, running nightly except Sundays from 15 to 27 June 2026 at 8pm. Gúna Nua Theatre returns to The Viking with a fast-paced comedy drama about love, memory, and the romance of parenting, written by Liam Wilson Smyth and directed by Paul Meade. Tickets are €20, with a group rate of €18 for bookings of ten or more — book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

• Show: SYNAPSES — Gúna Nua Theatre in association with The Civic, Tallaght
• Written by: Liam Wilson Smyth
• Directed by: Paul Meade
• Performed by: Molly Downey and Liam Wilson Smyth
• Venue: Viking Theatre, Connolly's The Sheds, Clontarf Road, Dublin 3
• Dates: nightly except Sundays, 15 to 27 June 2026, 8pm (doors 7:45pm)
• Running time: 80 minutes
• Age recommendation: 16+
• Tickets: €20 standard · €18 group rate (10+)
• Booking: TakeYourSeats.ie

About the play

Mike and Emily separated a year ago and constantly row about money, access and parenting styles. One fateful afternoon, for the sake of their young son, they must find a better way. It all goes wrong, it all goes right, and an electrical fault spins them through time in search of the truth — two young parents mining the past for the key to their future.

“Open, honest... leaving you feeling you’ve stepped inside their lives.” — Irish Independent

What to expect

A two-hander comedy drama performed by Molly Downey and Liam Wilson Smyth, running 80 minutes. Performances start at 8pm, with doors opening at 7:45pm. The show carries a 16+ age recommendation. There are no Sunday performances during the run.

Frequently asked questions

When is SYNAPSES on at the Viking Theatre?

Nightly except Sundays from 15 to 27 June 2026. Performances begin at 8pm and doors open at 7:45pm.

How long is the show?

The running time is 80 minutes.

Is SYNAPSES suitable for younger audiences?

The show has an age recommendation of 16+.

How much are tickets?

Standard tickets are €20, plus a €1.50 booking fee. A group rate of €18 per ticket applies to bookings of ten or more.

Where can I book?

Book online at TakeYourSeats.ie.

Tickets and how to book

SYNAPSES runs at the Viking Theatre, Clontarf from 15 to 27 June 2026, nightly except Sundays at 8pm. Standard tickets are €20 and a €18 group rate is available for ten or more. Choose your date and book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

More on TakeYourSeats.ie

• Epiphany — Joyce’s ‘The Dead’ reimagined at The New Theatre, until 16 June
• The Kerryman at Glass Mask Theatre, until 20 June
• What’s On in Ireland: June 2026 guide