An Táin Arts Centre is an independent arts space in Dundalk, County Louth, based in the former Táin Theatre, Town Hall, Crowe Street. Dundalk is a market town situated along Ireland’s Ancient East, that has a rich cultural heritage that dates to at least 3500 BC. An Táin Arts Centre derives its name from the Táin Bó Cúailnge or the Cattle raid of Cooley, a legendary story from early Irish literature, which is said to have taken place in the nearby Cooley Penninsula. An epic tale of war, it tells the story of Queen Medbh of Connacht who declares war on Ulster and tries to steal the famous stud bull Donn Cúailnge, but is opposed by warrior, Cúchulainn, who defends Ulster at all costs.
Supported by Louth County Council, An Táin Arts Centre houses a 350 seater main theatre, a 55 seater studio theatre, a visual arts gallery and two workshop spaces. The programme includes a diverse collection of local arts, national tours, workshops, exhibitions and in house productions.
- Young-Choon Park
Arts and cultureYoung-Choon Park Join An Táin for an unforgettable evening with world-renowned pianist Young-Choon Park. With a remarkable career that began at the age of four.
- African Cultural Show
Family funAfrican Cultural Show The African Cultural Show is a celebration of Africa Day. This show aims to celebrate the diverse African arts and culture through music, drama, poetry, masquerade performance and short stories.
- Roar Roar Dinosaur – Interactive Learning Experience Live
Family funRoar Roar Dinosaur – Interactive Learning Experience Live Embark on a Jurassic adventure like no other! Roar, Roar Dinosaur is an exhilarating, interactive dinosaur show that will transport you back in time.
- Film: The Holdovers
Family funFilm: The Holdovers Christmas, 1970. Paul, a fastidious and curmudgeonly teacher at a New England boarding school, has the least desirable job on campus: looking after five students who are unable to return home over the festive break
- Film: The Holdovers
Arts and cultureFilm: The Holdovers Christmas, 1970. Paul, a fastidious and curmudgeonly teacher at a New England boarding school, has the least desirable job on campus: looking after five students who are unable to return home over the festive break.
- From a Forest to a Fiddle
Arts and cultureFrom a Forest to a Fiddle Experience the enchantment of craftsmanship and music with From a Forest to a Fiddle. This mesmerizing art-film which recently screened at the National Concert Hall captures Jim McKillop as he breathes life into wood
- From a Forest to a Fiddle
Arts and cultureFrom a Forest to a Fiddle Experience the enchantment of craftsmanship and music with From a Forest to a Fiddle. This art-film recently screened at the National Concert Hall captures Jim McKillop as he breathes life into wood.
- The Beckett List – Encore Productions
Family funThe Beckett List – Encore Productions From Foxrock to the French Resistance, Beckett’s life mirrors a novel, while his plays ignited a theatrical revolution.