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Tom Crean - Antarctic Explorer
Cork City, Co. Cork
26 February - 28 February 2026
Aidan Dooley returns to The Everyman with his multi award-winning show. Tom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland’s unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance.

Tom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland’s unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance by Aidan Dooley.

Hear the riveting true stories of Crean’s Antarctic explorations as one of the few men to serve with both Scott and Shackleton and survive the three famous expeditions: Discovery (1901–1904), Terra Nova (1910–1913) and Endurance (1914–1916).

“a remarkable and uplifting piece of theatre, gives everything and asks nothing.” – Sunday Independent

“This magnificent revelation of a fascinating character simply compels a standing ovation” The Irish Times

“You will go to the end of the earth to find theatre this rewarding” – The Australian

“An unparalleled portrayal” – New York Times

Event details
Dates
26 February - 28 February 2026
Time
Start 20:00End 22:15
Price
39
Contact details
The Everyman, Cork, 15 MacCurtain Street, Victorian Quarter, Cork, T23 E094, Ireland
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The Everyman produces and presents some of the best in Irish and international performance for Cork City audiences. The auditorium, a jewel of late Victorian architecture, is a favourite with audiences and performers alike for its intimacy and atmosphere.

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