Content Advice

We don’t want to spoil your experience of a play at the Abbey Theatre. Sometimes it is the unexpected moments that our audiences find the most powerful. However, we also know certain themes can cause distress or discomfort. If there is a subject which you are concerned about, please check the detailed content advice below or speak to a member of our Box Office team to find out more about a show before you book.

The Plough and the Stars 

Depictions of violence, political conflict and civil unrest, alcohol use, sex work, mental health issues, miscarriage, loss of a child and loss of life.

The production features the sound of gunfire and blood.

Do You Come From Gomorrah? 

References include mental illness, community conflict, family conflict, alcohol use, institutional abuse, sexual exploitation, sexual violence and some strong language.

 

We recognise some of the themes in this production may be distressing. If you require support, below are some services you can all in confidence. 

  • Samaritans Freephone 116 123 

Services are available 24 hours a day, for confidential, non-judgemental support. More information here.  

  • Text About It 

Free 24-hour chat service. It provides everything from a calming chat to immediate support for people going through a mental health or emotional crisis. Freetext HELLO to 50808. 

  • LGBT Helpline  

A national support service for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people, their families and friends. Support available on 1800 929 539 and more information here. 

  • The National Counselling Service 

Men who have experienced childhood abuse or neglect can access free counselling through HSE’s National Counselling Service. More information here.  

  • Connect Counselling Freephone 

Free telephone counselling and support service for any adult who has experienced abuse, trauma or neglect in childhood. Available on 1800 477 477 Monday to Sunday, 5pm to 9pm. More information here. 

  • Towards Healing

Support for persons who experienced institutional, clerical and religious abuse as a child. Call 1800 303 416 and more information here. 

  • Sage Advocacy 01 536 7330 

The national advocacy service for older people and survivors of institutional abuse can be contacted on 01 536 7330. More information here. 

  • MyMind 

A non-profit organisation that provides counselling services online and in person. Phone 0818 500 800. More information here. 

  • Yourmentalhealth.ie 

Information and advice about your mental health and wellbeing including freephone support and counselling. More information here.