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Cautionary Tales - Tallaght
Tallaght, Co. Dublin
16 September - 17 September 2025
Family friendly
Wickedly witty and full of fun – Cautionary Tales is a family opera bringing Hilaire Belloc’s mischievous characters to life. A lively event for all ages, with catchy music, dark humour and unforgettable characters. Opera, but not as you know it!

Spending too much time on screens? Cautionary Tales presented by Opera Collective Ireland with music by Errollyn Wallen, is a wickedly funny opera for families and children (ages 7+), based on Hilaire Belloc’s classic poems. This fast-paced, musical production brings Rebecca, Jim, Henry and Matilda hilariously to life through catchy music, dark humour and unforgettable characters.

Directed by Sarah Baxter and conducted by Stephen Barlow, the cast includes Leanne Fitzgerald, Eiméar Harper, William Pearson and Dylan Rooney.

Tue 16th 10.30am (schools) and 1pm (Lunchtime)

Wed 17th 7pm (Families & General Public )

Schools: €6, Teachers go FREE

General/ Family Audience: €20 Buy one adult ticket Get 1 child's ticket FREE

Event details
Dates
16 September - 17 September 2025
Time
Start 13:00
Price
20
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Contact details
Civic Theatre, Parthalán Place, Bóthar Belgard, Tallaght, Dublin, D24 NWN7, Ireland
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The Civic Theatre is a vibrant venue in the heart of Tallaght, Dublin 24. Hosting a wide range of events from live music, theatre and family performances, you are guaranteed to find something for everyone.

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