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Abbey Theatre
Dublin City, Co. Dublin
The Abbey Theatre, in Dublin City, is Ireland’s national theatre. They make urgent theatre and are committed to lead in the telling of the whole Irish story.

The Abbey Theatre, in Dublin City, was established in 1904. Inspired by the revolutionary ideals of its founders and the rich canon of Irish dramatic writing, the Abbey Theatre’s mission is to imaginatively engage with all of Irish society through the production of ambitious, courageous and new theatre in all its forms.

The Abbey Theatre is committed to lead in the telling of the whole Irish story, in English and in Irish, and affirms that the Abbey is a theatre for the entire island of Ireland and for all its people. In every endeavour, the Abbey Theatre promotes inclusiveness, diversity and equality.

Visit the Abbey Theatre website or phone to reserve tickets for a performance.

Upcoming events
  • Arts and cultureThe Whiteheaded Boy

    The table is set for Denis, arriving home from Dublin where he’s studying Medicine at Trinity College – a source of enormous pride for his besotted mother and of great resentment to his five other siblings.

    10 June - 25 July
  • Arts and cultureUlster American

    Ulster American, written by David Ireland and directed by Ciarán O’Reilly, is a savagely funny play that dissects the intersection of identity politics, ego, privilege, and the Northern Irish Troubles with satirical precision.

    12 August - 22 August
  • Arts and cultureMirandolina

    Marina Carr returns to the Abbey Theatre this summer and brings a little piece of Italy to Ireland’s National Stage for 9 performances only.

    28 August - 5 September
Why we like it
  • Presents an annual programme of diverse, engaging, innovative Irish and international theatre.
  • Invests in and promotes new Irish writers and artists.
  • The Abbey has hosted a large number of successful performances from traditional and modern playwrights.
  • Choose from a variety of backstage tours, workshops and talks on theatre life in Dublin.
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Contact details
26/27 Abbey Street Lower, North City, Dublin 1, D01 K0F1, Ireland
Visit duration

We recommend planning to spend 1.5 to 2 hours here.

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More to discover at Abbey Theatre
ToursAbbey Theatre Tours

Ever wondered what exactly is involved in creating a theatre production? Would you like to learn more about the history of Irish theatre? Join a national theatre tour at the Abbey Theatre in Dublin City and see the National Theatre of Ireland in a new light.

Arts and cultureUlster American

Ulster American, written by David Ireland and directed by Ciarán O’Reilly, is a savagely funny play that dissects the intersection of identity politics, ego, privilege, and the Northern Irish Troubles with satirical precision.

12 August - 22 August
Arts and cultureThe Whiteheaded Boy

The table is set for Denis, arriving home from Dublin where he’s studying Medicine at Trinity College – a source of enormous pride for his besotted mother and of great resentment to his five other siblings.

10 June - 25 July
Arts and cultureMirandolina

Marina Carr returns to the Abbey Theatre this summer and brings a little piece of Italy to Ireland’s National Stage for 9 performances only.

28 August - 5 September

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