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The Gregory Project

The Abbey Theatre Co-Directors,  Artistic Director Caitríona  McLaughlin, and Executive Director Mark O’Brien are proud to launch The Gregory Project, a body of work to mark 120 years of the National Theatre of Ireland and to honour the legacy of co-founder Lady Gregory.

Author’s Note – Dermot Bolger

As a child I saw the Dublin docks as a hidden world into which my seafaring father vanished on his weekly voyages.

Cyprus Avenue to be broadcast on BBC

David Ireland's award-winning play will be broadcast on BBC 4 this Sunday 15 September at 10pm

The Patient Gloria wins big at the Edinburgh Fringe

Gina Moxley’s, The Patient Gloria, has won both a prestigious Scotsman Fringe First Award and a coveted Herald Angel Award at the 2019 Edinburgh Fringe.

Sarah Jones appointed as Casting Director

Sarah Jones takes up the role of Casting Director at the Abbey Theatre on 12 August.

Young Curators Festival Line Up

From 29 July to 10 August, the jam-packed festival will take over the Peacock Theatre with DJ Sets, radio plays, award-winning theatre and lots more.

Abbey Works 2019

We are excited to announce the playwrights participating in Abbey Works 2019!

€40 Special Offer for Summer 2019

See The Unmanageable Sisters and Two Pints for just €40 when you book your tickets for both shows at the same time.

Call out for Young Abbey Assessors Panel

Are you aged 18 – 23? Do you have passion for theatre and the live performing arts? The Abbey Theatre and the Arts Council are seeking applicants for the Young Abbey Assessors Panel.

Yeats Design Residency 2019

The 2019 Yeats Design Residents are Kirsty Ryan and Robert Ryan.