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.
- Country Superstars Theatre Tour
AutumnCountry Superstars Theatre Tour The world’s biggest Country Music Tribute Show is rolling into town with an award-winning cast! Seen in London’s West End and honoured at the Grand Ole Opry, this internationally acclaimed production is a must-see for all country music fans.
- Alice Robinson – Shapeshifting
AutumnAlice Robinson – Shapeshifting After completing her artist residency during the summer at An Táin Arts Centre, local musician Alice Robinson is very excited to share her exciting new experimental sounds and songs with her audience for the first time.
- ConTempo Quartet
AutumnConTempo Quartet Formed in 1995 in Bucharest and based in Ireland since 2003 as Galway Music Residency’s Ensemble in Residence, the ConTempo Quartet is one of the most exciting and vibrant chamber ensembles performing today.
- Mr. Bergmann of Deadman’s Point
AutumnMr. Bergmann of Deadman’s Point Mr Bergmann of Deadman’s Point is a new play based on the extraordinary true story of Ireland’s most famous unidentified man, the so-called Peter Bergmann.
- Elements - Encore Productions
AutumnElements - Encore Productions The building blocks of life are all around us – and within us. Earth and Fire, Wind and Water Tiny atoms, and big ideas, The sky above, the earth below, the world around us. We explored these themes through movement and art.
- National Theatre Live: Playboy of the Western World
AutumnNational Theatre Live: Playboy of the Western World The Playboy of the Western World by John Millington Synge, directed by Caitríona McLaughlin, filmed live on stage at the National Theatre.
- Love Hungry Farmer
AutumnLove Hungry Farmer John Bosco McLaine is a man who has never lain down with a woman, but has had romantic blood pulsing through his veins all his life. Always an optimist, and virgin in equal measure, he embarks on a search for an ideal companion!
- The Misfits Cabaret
AutumnThe Misfits Cabaret Following the success of the acclaimed Misfits Production Series, Kismet Theatre Company presents Misfits Cabaret – an electrifying night of rock musicals, live music, dance, and powerhouse vocals.
