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.
- The Last Witch Bridget Cleary
AutumnThe Last Witch Bridget Cleary The Last Witch Bridget Cleary is a one woman show that explores the life and death of Bridget Cleary, an independent and spirited woman accused of being a changeling by her husband in 1895.
- Older, Bolder, Wiser
AutumnOlder, Bolder, Wiser Barbara Scully is a well known writer, author and broadcaster, who is regularly published in the press and is a familiar voice on radio, where she has a weekly slot on The Moncrieff Show on Newstalk.
- An Evening With Ricky Tomlinson
AutumnAn Evening With Ricky Tomlinson “My Arse!” Come and spend a fascinating evening in the company of one of TV’s true legends, comedian and award winning actor and star Ricky Tomlinson.
- Megaslam Wrestling
AutumnMegaslam Wrestling The muscle-bound stars of Megaslam are heading back to Dundalk this November with an action-packed entertainment spectacular!
- 4 Letters of Love
Autumn4 Letters of Love Nicholas and Isabel are made for each other, but fate does not always choose the easiest path to true love.
- The Ennio Morricone Experience
AutumnThe Ennio Morricone Experience he Morricone Experience” is a tribute to the late maestro of film music who wrote over 400 film compositions in his lifetime.
- Taylor Fever
Family funTaylor Fever Dundalk, get ready to be swept off your feet! Taylor Fever, the ultimate tribute to the sensational Taylor Swift, is making its way to An Tain Arts Centre on November 15th, and you’re invited to join in on the excitement!
- Surveyor 2025
Arts and cultureSurveyor 2025 An Táin Arts Centre is delighted to announce its partnership with fellow North East Network members, Droichead Arts Centre, Drogheda and Solstice Arts Centre, Navan.
