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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

FIRST LOOK AT VISIONS ✨ Written by Eoghan Quinn and directed by Claire O'Reilly, visions is now running on the Peacock Stage until 14 November. Book now: www.abbeytheatre.ie/whats-on/visions 📸 Ros Kavanagh

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Jessie Thompson, choreographer and movement director of ANIMALS at the Abbey Theatre spoke to IMAGE Magazine about working on our latest world premiere production. Read the full piece online now: bit.ly/3VugYvS 📸 Ste Murray

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sinéad ☀️ @sineadmooney.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Cannot get over how good ANIMALS @abbeytheatre.bsky.social was, beg borrow steal for a ticket folks

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

"I was delighted to get involved in a project that understands that mix of the sweet, the dark, and the madness. Audiences will see a different side of me in this play." Pat Shortt speaks to the Irish Independent about ANIMALS, now running until 7 November 2026. www.independent.ie/entertainmen...

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

🗨️ The Dublin Story Grand Slam returns to Ireland's national theatre on 25 October. Hosted by Colm O'Regan, eight Story Slam Champions will return to compete for the title of GrandSlam Champion 2026 with new stories inspired by the theme, FEAR. Book now: bit.ly/4ytMNUp 🎨 Michelle Urban

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

“It's lively. It's so funny. It's deeply human” Director Claire O’Reilly and cast members Ghaliah Conroy and Oliver Flitcroft appeared on RTÉ Arena last night to discuss the world premiere production of visions, running from 2 October on the Peacock Stage ✨ Listen back: bit.ly/4iN6P7h

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Discover Late Nights at the Abbey this autumn and winter with #DublinByDusk 💫 We are delighted to launch a series of late night events full of music, chats, and maybe even some dancing... Join us on 24 September for Party ANIMALS, an immersive evening of theatre and music: bit.ly/4yesSIW

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Late Nights at the Abbey: Party ANIMALS - Abbey Theatre

In collaboration with Dublin by Dusk, the Abbey Theatre is delighted to launch a series of late night events full of music, chats, good fun and maybe even some dancing. Taking place the last Thursday ...

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

✍️ Time To Write: October Edition! A free monthly gathering for playwrights and performance makers working on a writing project, we are delighted to be joined by Eoghan Quinn as our guest playwright for our next co-working day. Book your spot now: bit.ly/4eBkawR

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Show Announcement 📣 The Abbey Theatre presents a Hatch Theatre Company production of Casual, written by Meadhbh McHugh and directed by Annabelle Comyn. Running from 28 November - 19 December 2026 on the Peacock Stage, tickets are now on sale: bit.ly/4xwSb7P 🎨 Gareth Jones

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

📣 The T. S. Eliot Estate and the Abbey Theatre present: The T. S. Eliot Lecture 2026 with Zadie Smith The eleventh lecture in a series inspired by T. S. Eliot’s impact on modern literature, this title of this year's lecture is Radical Intimacy: On Sally Rooney. Book now: bit.ly/3P2Rqho

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Culture Night Dublin @culturenightdub.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The Abbey Theatre Archives 🎭 @abbeytheatre.bsky.social The Abbey Theatre marks 60 years in its current building, with archivist Mairéad Delaney leading a special presentation tracing the theatre's remarkable history from its founding to today. culturenight.ie/event/the-ab...

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Performing Arts Forum @pafireland.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

📣 #jobfairy 👉 Marketing Officer @abbeytheatre.bsky.social ▶Create and manage content for promotional campaigns for Abbey Theatre presentations and events, including festivals. More duties and job description below⤵ 📋 www.performingartsforum.ie/job/marketin... ⏰Closing Monday 21 September

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Pat Shortt appeared on Newstalk Breakfast to chat all about his Abbey Theatre debut as the iconic Erskine Fogarty in ANIMALS. 📻 Coming to the Abbey Stage from 23 September, listen back to Pat's full interview now: bit.ly/4yA68mt 📸 Ste Murray

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

"A feast for all the senses...you can almost taste this show" Director Dan Colley and cast member Liz FitzGibbon joined Kathy Rose O'Brien on RTÉ Arena last night to discuss all things ANIMALS. 📻 Listen back to the full interview now: bit.ly/4rdubVF

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National Theatre @nationaltheatre.org.uk · 09/09/2026

Our 2027 line-up is here! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce shows for the full year ahead. Buckle up and let’s see what 2027 has in store 👇 www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/news/com…

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Paul Mescal joined by Ciarán Hinds as further casting announced for Abbey Theatre and National Theatre of Great Britain co-production of Tom Murphy’s A Whistle in the Dark. Directed by Caitríona McLaughlin and set for the Abbey Stage in October 2027, read more on our website: bit.ly/4gJE3mv

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Paul Mescal joined by Ciarán Hinds as further casting announced for Abbey Theatre and National Theatre of Great Britain co-production of Tom Murphy's A Whistle in the Dark - Abbey Theatre

Tickets will go on sale next year for Murphy's seminal Irish classic, set for the Abbey Stage in October 2027.

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

📣 Come work at the National Theatre of Ireland! The Abbey Theatre are seeking a dynamic and creative Marketing Officer. Deadline for applications is Monday 21 September 2026. Full job spec and application details are available on our website: bit.ly/4yuSjpo 📸 The Boy (2025), Ros Kavanagh

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

For ANIMALS, Dan Colley adapted a selection of Blindboyboatclub’s short fiction for the stage. He talks us through the themes at the heart of ANIMALS, his approach to the work, the characters we’ll meet and what audiences can expect from the show. Read more: bit.ly/4cT5RT2 📸 Rich Davenport

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

#Shedinburgh Recap! As part of the #ShedOriginals initiative, we supported two theatre makers from our commissioning slate to present a work-in-progress at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe - and they're going to do it all over again in London this October! Book tickets: bit.ly/4cfUFQd

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

✨Everyone's favourite free co-working opportunity returns on September 7! We're delighted to be joined by Samuel Yakura for Time To Write next month. ✍️ Free registration for September's writing session is now open: bit.ly/4eBkawR

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TheBlindboyPodcast @blindboyboatclub.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Blindboys 2026/27 live tour. London, Glasgow, Brisbane and Perth SOLD OUT. Sydney Opera House, last tickets. Blindboys play, “Animals” will get its world premiere in The Abbey Theatre this September

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Katherine Mendelsohn @katherinemend.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

@abbeytheatre.bsky.social I saw Ursula Rani Sarma’s A GHOST IN THE THROAT at #Shedinburgh this week and was absolutely blown away by how beautifully writing & singing intertwined. Sheer poetry. Thank you. Send Ursula love & applause (I dramaturged her play commission The Dark Things long ago)

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

To celebrate #CultureNight 2026, join us for a dive into the Abbey Theatre Archives 🔎 📅 Friday 18 September ⏰ 4 & 5PM 🎟️ Tickets are free but must be booked in advance. www.abbeytheatre.ie/whats-on/cultur…

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

📣 Spread the news! We're hiring a Casting and Producing Assistant The Abbey Theatre requires an interim Casting and Producing Assistant for 12 months. The role will support the smooth and effective day-to-day operation of the Casting Office and the Producing Department. bit.ly/3TPmZCC

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

🎭 Caitríona and Marina on Arena, discussing all things Mirandolina. Writer Marina Carr and director Caitríona McLaughlin appeared on RTÉ Arena last night to speak about bringing an Italian classic to Irish audiences this August. 📻 Listen back: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22633…

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

📣 Time To Write, now open for bookings! A free monthly gathering for playwrights and performance makers working on a writing project, Time To Write returns on August 10 with guest playwright Emmet Kirwan. ✍️Book your free spot now: www.abbeytheatre.ie/whats-on/time-t…

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Four weeks. Six women. One last Christmas together. Introducing The Magnificent by Erica Murray, coming to the Abbey Stage as part of our 2026 winter offering. Directed by Joe Dowling, The Magnificent is a warm, witty and deeply human new play about compassion, care and the meaning of home.

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

🤩 one week left with this hilarious bunch With a sharp feminist wink to the past and notions aplenty, The Whiteheaded Boy runs on the Abbey Stage until 25 July. ⭐Don't miss the show of the summer, book now: www.abbeytheatre.ie/whats-on/the-wh…

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

📣 One week left to apply! We're thrilled to announce a series of general auditions for professional actors to be held in Dublin, Belfast, Galway and Cork from 10– 24 August 2026. 🎭For more information and to apply, visit our website: www.abbeytheatre.ie/auditionsnation…

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

📣 Introducing the cast and creative team of visions! Lyrical, bold and timely, visions is a sweeping world premiere play written by Eoghan Quinn and directed by Claire O’Reilly. Discover more about this production: www.abbeytheatre.ie/whats-on/visions

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

🤩 Two weeks left to see our starry revival of #TheWhiteheadedBoy! An anarchic family comedy full of notions, curtain-twitching and youthful punk energy, The Whiteheaded Boy runs on the Abbey Stage until 25 July: www.abbeytheatre.ie/whats-on/the-wh…

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David O’Doherty @phlaimeaux.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Your old mate is doing the Dublin debut of his new show at the actual Abbey Theatre on Sept 6th! It’s part of the Dublin Fringe. Tickets just gone on sale here: www.fringefest.com/festival/wha...

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

📣 Introducing the cast and creative team of ANIMALS! ANIMALS is a riotous and kaleidoscopic world premiere commissioned by the Abbey Theatre and based on the critically acclaimed short fiction of award-winning contemporary Irish writer Blindboyboatclub, adapted by Dan Colley bit.ly/4fc6zvb

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

📣 DUBLIN FRINGE FESTIVAL AT THE NATIONAL THEATRE OF IRELAND Brought to life by Theatre Lovett (Best Production 2024) and a versatile ensemble cast, Kafka’s Doll invites audiences of all ages on a captivating journey, offering Kafka’s final gift of hope in an uncertain world: bit.ly/4aC9mMI

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

📣 DUBLIN FRINGE FESTIVAL AT THE NATIONAL THEATRE OF IRELAND For one night only, comedy legend David O’Doherty brings an evening of low-voltage song and chatter to the Abbey Theatre. 🎫 www.abbeytheatre.ie/whats-on/at-thi…

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

📣 Abbey Theatre Takes Auditions Nationwide! We're thrilled to announce a series of general auditions for professional actors to be held in Dublin, Belfast, Galway and Cork from 10– 24 August 2026. 🎭For more information and to apply, visit our website: bit.ly/4oWYVJj

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

📣 The Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport is seeking to appoint two suitably qualified candidates to the Board of the Abbey Theatre For more information and details on how to apply, please visit our website: bit.ly/4fFhyPA ⏰ The closing date for both positions is Tuesday 7 July

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Time To Write: July edition!✍️ Time To Write is a free monthly gathering for playwrights and performance makers working on a writing project. For our July session, we'll be joined by award-winning playwright, filmmaker and performer Carmel Winters. bit.ly/4eBkawR

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

In town for Dublin LGBTQ+ Pride this Saturday, 27 June? Don’t forget, our doors are open from 12 noon if you need a spot near the parade route to charge your phone, use our all-gender bathrooms or just have a sit down and take a breather. Have a happy and safe Pride! 💖

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Some shots from GCN's Roast Battle Royale at The Abbey Theatre 🔥 A huge thank you to all the wonderful people who took part in this fabulous event! 📸 by Babs Daly Thank you to Moxy Dublin City and Craft Cocktails for their support ❤️ More pics here 👉 buff.ly/lVG46v0

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped make this incredible night possible ❤️ Thank you to Moxy Dublin City and Craft Cocktails for their support. Read 👉 buff.ly/GLhLE5p #GCNnews

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

GCN's Roast Battle Royale will turn up the heat on the @abbeytheatre.bsky.social stage, Sunday, June 21, from 7pm, as two hilarious teams of notable LGBTQ+ figures and allies mercilessly roast each other and battle it out for the win 🔥 Tickets selling fast 👉 buff.ly/wVMeWb6

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Abbey Theatre - The National Theatre of Ireland @abbeytheatre.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

📣 The Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport is seeking to appoint two suitably qualified candidates to the Board of the Abbey Theatre For more information and details on how to apply, please visit our website: bit.ly/4fFhyPA The closing date for both positions is Tuesday 30 June.

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Ready for our next roaster? 🔥 Singer and Eurovision winner Niamh Kavanagh is bringing her powerhouse presence to the stage at GCN’s Roast Battle Royale✨🎤 Grab your tickets now, they're selling fast 👉 buff.ly/M2ZkuzA @abbeytheatre.bsky.social

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Two hilarious teams of notable LGBTQ+ figures and allies will battle it out for the win at GCN's Roast Battle Royale at The Abbey Theatre on June 21 🔥 Read 👉 buff.ly/iQMGIkS #GCNnews

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Meet our next roaster! 🔥 Entrepreneur, activist and Tropical Popical founder Andrea Horan will be bringing her fearless energy to the stage at GCN’s Roast Battle Royale ✨ Ready for a night of Hunreal reads? 💅 Grab your tickets now 👉 buff.ly/wVMeWb6 @abbeytheatre.bsky.social

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Up next! 🔥 Comedian and podcaster Emma Doran is joining the lineup for GCN’s Roast Battle Royale ✨ Emma is one of Ireland’s most-loved comedy voices, and we’ve a feeling she’ll have absolutely no problem reading the rest of our roasters to filth 👀 Tickets 👉 buff.ly/wVMeWb6 @abbeytheatre.bsky.social

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Gay Community News @gcnmag.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Meet our first roaster 🔥 Fresh off the success of his hit stand-up show "Who's A Big Boy?", comedian and actor @shanedanbyrne.bsky.social is bringing his razor-sharp wit to GCN's Roast Battle Royale 🥊 Tickets selling fast 👉 buff.ly/LcuLQVD @abbeytheatre.bsky.social

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