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 Things That Matter Most Are The Things That Can't Be Seen
Family funThe Things That Matter Most Are The Things That Can't Be Seen The things that matter most are the things that can’t be seen is a group exhibition showcasing the work of artists and makers from Bridge Street Studios in Dundalk.
- The Collector
Arts and cultureThe Collector This is the story of a man and his remnants. Together they live on a short street with long shadows, in his former father’s former shop, with a makeshift imagination and a suitcase with just enough space to fit inside.
- Dancing at Lughnasa
Family funDancing at Lughnasa Dancing at Lughnasa follows the Mundy sisters as they confront uncertainty and the inevitability of change, the play asks what we should keep hold of… and what we must let go.
- Amid The Clouds
Arts and cultureAmid The Clouds A young pregnant woman from Iran wants a better life for herself and her baby. She dreams of living in Europe. A young man, the sole survivor of a capsized boat, has lost his entire family as they try to escape the hardships back home.
- Dundalk Musical Society Gala
Arts and cultureDundalk Musical Society Gala Celebrate 75 years of Dundalk Musical Society with an unforgettable variety show honoring the performances that shaped our society.
- The Witch Who Couldn't Sleep
Family funThe Witch Who Couldn't Sleep Being a witch is super exciting! There’s always so much to do and so much fun to be had and maybe that’s why Natascha The Witch can’t sleep…
- Saipan
Arts and cultureSaipan Saipan revisits the infamous row between Ireland coach Mick McCarthy and star player Roy Keane in the weeks before the 2002 World Cup.
- An Evening with Darth Vader - Dundalk
Family funAn Evening with Darth Vader - Dundalk An evening with Star Wars Special Edition Darth Vader actor C Andrew Nelson with live talk and meet&greet
