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Sharing Peace, Sharing Futures: 25 Years of the Good Friday Agreement

On Sunday 2 April, the government will hold an event, in partnership with the Abbey Theatre, to mark the 25 years since the signing of the Good Friday Agreement.

Win an overnight stay at the Westbury

Fancy the ultimate theatre night out in Dublin?

The Abbey Theatre presents the Druid production of DruidO’Casey

The Druid play cycle of Sean O’Casey’s Dublin Trilogy will be presented at the Abbey Theatre from Saturday, 26th August – Saturday, 16th September 

Marie Lawlor appointed as Head of Fundraising and Philanthropy

Having worked with the Abbey Theatre for the last five years, Marie will transition into this new role leading the Abbey’s new fundraising and philanthropy team and overseeing the fundraising strategy for Ireland’s national theatre.

An exclusive new range of Abbey Theatre merchandise

The Abbey Theatre is pleased to introduce an exclusive and limited collection of merchandise, inspired by a quote from our founder, Lady Augusta Gregory, who said: “There’s more learning than is taught in books.” 

Tartuffe: Changing the Conversation

A series of post-show discussions on themes emerging from Tartuffe.

Nicholas Basden and Risteard Sheridan appointed to the Board of the Abbey Theatre

Catherine Martin – Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media – has appointed two new members to the Board of Ireland's national theatre.

The Abbey Theatre announce two world premieres from Irish playwrights Deirdre Kinahan and Mark O’Rowe

Appearing on the stages of Ireland’s national theatre in Spring 2023, An Old Song, Half Forgotten by Deirdre Kinahan and Mark O’Rowe’s adaptation of the Henrik Ibsen classic Ghosts, will both open in April.

The Abbey Theatre and Clifden Arts Festival announce a new residency

The Abbey Theatre and Clifden Arts Festival are committed to providing opportunities for artists to develop their craft and to expand their knowledge and practice.