One of Europe’s largest amateur theatre festivals, this hotly contested battle between drama groups from all over Ireland. Come to Athlone for a feast of theatre and visitors can enjoy a series of engaging fringe events.
Athlone comes alive each May with visitors flocking to the town to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy great drama and the many fringe events happening. There will be street theatre, workshops, art exhibitions and many other events.
Nine groups, who have qualified from a series of 35 regional heats, each perform a three-act play in the final. All performances are open to the public and are very well attended, so book your tickets in advance! Many professional actors and playwrights cut their teeth in Athlone, including John B. Keane who’s play Sive had its debut at the festival.
Tickets now on sale and available from the Dean Crowe Theatre in Athlone to see the plays competing for the prestigious RTÉ All Ireland Drama Festival Award.
