Invest in the Abbey Theatre: the National Theatre of Tomorrow

Join us in shaping the next chapter of Ireland’s National Theatre.

Mark O’Brien and Caitríona McLaughlin, Co-Directors of the Abbey Theatre

For 120 years, the Abbey Theatre has stood as a beacon of artistic excellence and national cultural identity. Our ambition is to enrich the cultural lives of everyone with a curiosity for and interest in Irish theatre, stories, artists and culture. We do this with bravery and imagination, honesty and authenticity.

Now, we invite you to be part of our next chapter.

Stand centre stage, as we realise an ambitious new vision for our future, the National Theatre of Tomorrow.

Join us in safeguarding the future of Irish theatre. Your support will make a lasting impact and help shape Ireland’s renowned cultural landscape for generations to come.

Opportunity: Make a direct impact in four key areas

Productions: Fuel the creation of groundbreaking productions that entertain, challenge, inspire, and captivate.
Artists: Nurture and mentor the next generation of exceptional theatre talent, ensuring Irish voices continue to be heard and Ireland’s cultural renown deepens.
Schools: Inspire young minds through educational programs that bring theatre into Ireland’s classrooms and nourish creativity at an early age.
Communities: Connect Ireland’s diverse communities with theatre and each other, fostering empathy through transformative projects locally and nationally.

Investment: Invest in the power of Irish theatre

Eileen Walsh and Aoibhéann McCann in Girl on an Altar by Marina Carr

Toni O'Rourke and Hannah Mamalis in Emma by Kate Hamill, based on the novel by Jane Austen

Kate Gilmore in SAFE HOUSE by Enda Walsh and Anna Mullarkey

Ella Lily Hyland and Lorcan Cranitch in Grania by Augusta Gregory

Siobhán Cullen in The Sugar Wife by Elizabeth Kuti

Your gift to the Abbey Theatre is a commitment to the continued vitality of Irish arts and culture, ensuring our stories remain resonant on the world stage.

A gift to the National Theatre of Tomorrow will directly contribute to sustaining our work today and building a national theatre fit for the world stage, while securing your place in its storied history.

This gift is not only a contribution but a declaration of belief in the power of Irish theatre.

Testimony

“Founded by W.B. Yeats and Lady Gregory, the Abbey has a rich tradition and legacy to be proud of as a haven for artists and audiences. It is a theatre that goes deep into the heart and soul of the national psyche. A sacred place, of great pride to us all. The Mothership. The Cauldron. The Temple.”

Marina Carr, Irish Playwright

The stage is set, now let’s create a lasting legacy together

Support the Abbey Theatre with a tax-deductible donation.

The Abbey Theatre Foundation, a registered 501(c) (3) organisation, enables US residents to contribute to the Abbey Theatre and receive applicable tax benefits.