The Civic Theatre can be found close to The Square Shopping Centre in Tallaght, County Dublin. They offer two performance spaces, the Main Auditorium and the Loose End Studio. The larger Main Auditorium can seat 282 people and the Loose End can seat up to 70 people.
The Civic Theatre hosts a wide range of events from live music, theatre and family performances, you are sure to find something to suit your tastes.
The Civic Theatre see themselves as being so much more than a theatre, it's more a place of possibility where the spark of imagination can set off a journey of curiosity, wonder and discovery.
- The Quiet Man - Dublin Theatre Festival
AutumnThe Quiet Man - Dublin Theatre Festival A wild, heartfelt new stage adaptation of The Quiet Man - with flying cows, stubborn sheep, and one hell of a punch-up. This riotous Irish production blends grit, humour, and heart in a clash of love, land, and pride.
- Nature Boy: A journey of birdsong & belonging
AutumnNature Boy: A journey of birdsong & belonging How do we protect what we don’t love or understand? Ornithologist Seán Ronayne shares his mission to record every Irish bird, bringing audiences on a moving journey through sound, story, and nature. Inspiring, emotional, and unforgettable.
- Phil Coulter: Tranquility by Candlelight
AutumnPhil Coulter: Tranquility by Candlelight Phil Coulter’s Classic Tranquility became a phenomenon in 1983. Now, over 40 years later, Tranquillity by Candlelight returns in Nov-Dec 2025, offering timeless melodies and favourites in a magical setting, surrounded by the glow of candlelight.
- Dublin Gospel Choir 30 Year Anniversary Concert
AutumnDublin Gospel Choir 30 Year Anniversary Concert Dublin Gospel Choir celebrates 30 years with a special concert. Expect soul-stirring harmonies, uplifting energy, and powerful performances blending gospel, soul, and R&B in an unforgettable evening of music and celebration.
- Located on The Red Luas line, it's easy to visit.
- Presents a diverse programme of performances including international and local productions.
- Their Tenderfoot programme allows young people to actively learn about theatre by working alongside professional playwrights and theatre artists.
If you get a chance, arrive early and take some time to explore the upstairs foyer where there is a collection of art works on loan.
