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Performing Arts in Ireland
A register of firms and the professionals working at them in the Performing Arts sector based in Ireland. Browse the public index, then filter or export on Kipplo.
Companies
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Project Arts Centre
Project Arts Centre (PAC) is Ireland’s leading centre for the presentation and development of contemporary art, dedicated to protecting the independent sector and nurturing the next generation of Irish artists across all forms of the performing and visual arts. Located in Dublin’s cultural quarter, Temple Bar, PAC offers a gallery, two performance spaces and a bar. For nearly five decades, PAC has been a pioneer of alternative ideas, bold ambition and artistic freedom in Irish culture. With a packed year round programme there is plenty to fuel your imagination. “… the city’s most interesting venue.You never know what to expect, which makes it all that more fun…”- Lonely Planet. As the busiest arts centre in the country, we present over 600 events and curate and co-ordinate a number of exhibitions each year. Choose from theatre, music, dance, visual arts and everything in between. More than just a venue, PAC is a hub for production, a place where art and artists are given the space and support to develop and grow. Through our Project Artists initiative, we nurture, mentor, partner, collaborate, network, co-produce and present the work of independent artists on both the national and international stages. PAC began in 1966 as a three-week festival at the Gate Theatre. Since then PAC has developed from an artist-led co-operative to a full-time artist-driven company; now at the forefront of contemporary artistic practice in Ireland. As we near our 50th Anniversary, we celebrate an eventful history and evolution, one that has mirrored the political and cultural trends of its time and helped to shape, and to launch, the careers of many Irish artists including Gabriel Byrne, Liam Neeson and U2. Committed to supporting artists across all forms of the performing and visual arts, PAC is a not-for-profit organisation funded by the Arts Council and Dublin City Council. We rely greatly on the contributions of individuals, corporations and foundations.
11 to 50 staff
Blue Teapot Theatre Company
Blue Teapot is a multi-award winning Theatre Company, Performing Arts School and Outreach programme for people with intellectual disabilities at the forefront of arts & disability in Ireland. We are committed to high quality theatre, training and the celebration of creativity. It’s one of the best companies in the world working with disability and the arts, and it’s in the West of Ireland” Funder Our mission is to effect positive change in public consciousness concerning people with intellectual disabilities through the medium of theatre, allowing our members inherent talent and creativity to speak for itself. We have four programme strands each offering a pathway to a fully realised creative life for people with intellectual disabilities: Blue Teapot Theatre Company – We are the only professional, intellectually disabled acting ensemble that trains and performs at the highest level, on the main stages of Ireland’s major arts festivals. Performing Arts School – an accredited provider in the West of Ireland of performing arts training with programmes leading to QQI awards at Level 3. Bright Soul – our long-standing project that encourages arts participation in a fun and stimulating programme to those whom would find access to a quality arts experience more difficult. Sparkle – Saturday drama programme specifically for teenagers with intellectual disabilities.
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Dance Ireland
Dance Ireland supports the development of all forms of dance in Ireland through professional development, dedicated support for dance artists, opportunities for public engagement with the art form, and advocacy.
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The Devious Theatre Company
Devious Theatre were born in 2006 due to an overwhelming need to entertain. We spend our time rehearsing in kitchens and buildings we managed to get keys cut for. Our artistic credo is mostly ADHD based and fairly guerrilla. To this end, our goal is to kidnap as many young people away from gigs and cinemas and pubs and drag them to the theatre. They can bring their own cans if they want. For all looking to contact us, be ye actors, writers, techies or general lovers of theatre, we can be reached quite easily and happily at info@devioustheatre.com Production History - Heart Shaped Vinyl (2006 / 2007), Cannibal! The Musical (2007), Trainspotting (2008), Smitten (2008), The War Of The Worlds (2008), Shakespeare In Bits (2009), Stags And Hens (2009), Accidental Death Of An Anarchist (2009), Can't Pay? Won't Pay (2010), Scratcher (2011), Shifting (2011), Smitten (2011), bash:latterday plays (2011), TEXT Messages (2011), Night of the Living Dead (2012), Phantasm (2012), LD:V1 (2013), War Of Attrition (2013/14), Some Flood (2014), The Centre Of The Universe (2015), Vultures (2015), The Union (2015), Heart Shaped Vinyl: 10th Anniversary Edition (2016), The Hellfire Squad (2016), Pulled (2016/17), LD:V2 (2017), Vehicle (2018), The Roaring Banshees (2019) Awards - The Devious Theatre Company were finalists in the 2009 South East Marketing Awards for online marketing and won the Bronze award at the 2009 PPI Radio Awards for Radio Drama.
1 to 10 staff
Pavilion Theatre
Located in the picturesque seaside town of Dún Laoghaire, Pavilion Theatre was built in as a municipal theatre for the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown area. It has since grown and established itself as a cultural hive of activity and entertainment for thousands of visitors each year. With a maximum capacity of 324 seats, Pavilion Theatre’s exciting and diverse programme of events entertains audiences from all over Ireland and the world.
11 to 50 staff
Trinity Dance School
Welcome to Trinity Dance School - where everyone can learn how to dance. Join our community and get immersed in the wonderful world of dance. Be it Salsa, Bachata, Kizomba, Brazilian Zouk, Hip-Hop or High Heels - we have something for everyone! Discover the rhythm beating within you and learn how to move with Trinity Dance School - because everybody can dance.
11 to 50 staff
Blackwater Valley Opera Festival
Ireland's Summer Opera Festival will return from 27 May – 2 June 2025 with four opera performances in the grounds of Lismore Castle, Co. Waterford. Experience an exhilarating week of opera, classical music recitals and concerts, schools and free events, pop up events, dining and more at incredible homes and historic venues throughout the Blackwater Valley. Become a BVOF Friend and avail of Priority Booking January, 2025 Tickets on general sale in February, 2024 Corporate group rates and hospitality packages available on request by email: eamonn@blackwatervalleyopera.ie
1 to 10 staff
Clonmel Junction Arts Festival
Clonmel Junction Arts Festival is an annual 10-day multi-disciplinary arts festival set in Clonmel, Tipperary’s largest town. Connecting artists and audiences since 2001, CJAF has evolved into a vibrant arts platform, offering opportunities to local, national and international artists to collaborate and create work by, about and for the people of Clonmel and its visitors.
1 to 10 staff
Fishamble The New Play Company
Fishamble is an Irish theatre company that is passionate about discovering, developing and producing new plays of national importance with a global reach, while championing the role of the playwright. It harnesses the imaginative power of theatre to provide audiences with a diverse range of contemporary, compelling and heartfelt dramatic works, and typically supports over 50% of the writers of all new plays produced on the island of Ireland each year. Fishamble thinks nationally and reaches globally, touring its productions to audiences throughout Ireland, and to 19 other countries, and has received many awards in Ireland and internationally, including an Olivier Award. Fishamble is funded by the Arts Council, Dublin City Council, and Culture Ireland. Fishamble Theatre Company is a not for profit organisation and a registered charity with a valid charitable taxation exemption from the Revenue Commissioners. Registered Charity No. CHY 20103958 | Registered Company No. Fishamble’s Main Object is to benefit the community and advance education in the arts in Ireland as defined in the Arts Acts 1951, 1973 and 2003 through the development, promotion and operation of a Theatre Company- Fishamble Constitution v.18 June 2018 (clause 3)
1 to 10 staff
Irish Street Arts, Circus And Spectacle Network
ISACS - The Irish Street Arts, Circus & Spectacle Network - is Ireland's leading support and advocacy organisation for the development of Street Arts, Circus and Spectacle Art Forms in Ireland today. We represent over 90 member organisations and individuals across Ireland and beyond. Our members are interested in the development and growth of these dynamic and public art forms. ISACS was formed as a voluntary organisation in late 2010 with the aim of creating an umbrella organisation for these art forms to represent, raise the profile and provide a united voice for this emerging, exciting, developing and growing sector.
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Sylvia Live
SylviaLive.com showcases the musical world as well as the broader world of the arts through regular interviews, documentaries and informative content for those desiring to enhance their life's journey. Hosted by Sylvia A Bovenizer, each episode offers uplifting and inspirational dialogue filled with key knowledge for anyone who is searching for upliftment. Tune in regularly for new episodes from May 2024. Subscribe to receive our monthly newsletter and don’t forget to follow & tag us on Social Media.
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Upstate Theatre Project
Upstate Theatre Project is a community-engaged performing arts organisation adhering to collective and collaborative approaches in keeping with principles of cultural democracy. Upstate was founded in 1997 and has pursued a collaborative, participatory practice since its inception. Upstate’s workshop programme is designed as a place where people can collectively work in collaboration with artists to realise performances based on themes, ideas, and issues of mutual interest. Upstate always welcomes ideas from the community – please feel free to contact us. Upstate Theatre Project are: Director: Declan Mallon Administration and Marketing Officer: Elaine Cronin The Artistic Team includes: Louise Lowe, Feidlim Cannon, Aidan Harney, Paul Hayes, Stephen Murray, Tara Jenkins, Zara Starr, Gary Keegan, Paul Woods, Dee Burke, Colm Maher The Board of Upstate Theatre Project are: Dr. Matthew Stout (Chairperson), Bobby McCormack (Secretary), Irene White, Carina McGrail, Hugh Doogan, Alan Costello, Gerald Nash, Paddy Goodwin Recent productions include: The Street (2014, Directed by Paul Hayes), Shared (2013, Devised with Stephen Murray), Abacus (2013, Devised with Gary Keegan and Feidlim Cannon), Home (2013, Devised with Louise Lowe), Made Up (2012, Devised with Stephen Murray), The Far Side (2012, Devised with Feidlim Cannon), Ship Street Revisited (2012, Written by Aidan Harney, Directed by Paul Hayes) and Evensong (2012, Devised with Louise Lowe). Upstate Theatre Project is kindly supported by the Arts Council
1 to 10 staff
Irish Theatre Institute
ITI nurtures, promotes and drives the ambition of Irish theatre makers and Irish theatre, from its grassroots beginnings to its presentation on the world stage. A resource organisation, we provide mentoring, training and continuing professional development for theatre makers; from writers and performers to producers, directors, behind-the-scenes staff and company managers. We run workshops and seminars, host tailor-made websites and searchable databases. In addition to artistic and creative support, we offer practical advice. Information on everything including funding, budgeting, networking and resource sharing is easily accessible to everyone, from emerging talents to established names. Away from the spotlight, we also care about the working conditions and welfare of theatre makers, helping to influence policy and leading through good practice and example.
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Culture Works Ie
Culture Works create and produce exciting arts and cultural experiences in Ireland. The organisation works in collaboration with artists and arts organisations to realise their artistic vision and create work that engages and captivates audiences. Culture Works creative focus is on projects that explore locality and placemaking. The organisation provides services across multiple art forms - from theatre to the world of digital arts, literature to outdoor spectacle, visual arts to site-specific work - as well as in the areas of policy development, project management and strategic planning. We are the Digital Arts Advisors to the Arts Council.
1 to 10 staff
Smashing Times International Centre For The Arts And Equality
Smashing Times International Centre for the Arts and Equality, incorporating Smashing Times Theatre and Film Company and Smashing Times Youth Arts Ensemble, is dedicated to the promotion, study and practice of the arts and equality. The centre operates as a world class arts space and digital hub for artists, activists, communities and the general public across Ireland and internationally, providing a resource service and a training and networking agency in relation to using high quality creative processes and collaborative arts practice to promote human rights and equality for all. The work is underpinned by a rights-based approach and a commitment to artistic excellence and social engagement. The company was established in 1991 by a group of women actors, who met at the Focus Theatre, Dublin. These women were interested in challenging the elitist position that theatre sometimes holds in Irish society. Today the work takes place at local, national and transnational levels and is presented in a range of settings from the professional theatre space to on tour in schools and communities where we are invited to work with people collaboratively. As a leading professional arts organisation the company develops innovative, cutting edge, state of the art projects that promote social justice, gender equality and human rights through high quality artistic processes. The company creates radical work using a multi-disciplinary approach to performance involving a synthesis of the spoken word, physical theatre, movement, dance, music, visual art, video and film. Artistic processes are theatre and storytelling workshops, multi-disciplinary performances, post-show discussions, video and film, interviews, creative seminars symposiums, professional outreach and educational projects. The company promotes artistic creation, diversity and social change and merges art, culture and politics to interact and engage with contemporary society and the world we live in.
1 to 10 staff
Sos Artists
Founded in 2023, SOS Artists is an independent artist management agency dedicated to nurturing and elevating exceptional talent in the music industry. In 2024, we expanded with SOS Comedy, a bespoke management service for emerging comedians, followed by the launch of SOS Live in 2025, a grassroots booking agency for some of Irelands most exciting emerging musicians. Our comprehensive suite of services, including artist management, bookings, public relations, marketing strategy, and social media management, is tailored to each artist we represent. Our in-house team comprises highly skilled professionals with diverse backgrounds, including former venue bookers, publicists, heads of communications, agent assistants, and media personality agents. Their collective experience has fostered invaluable industry connections and a deep understanding of live performance logistics. We specialise in media relations and storytelling, crafting compelling narratives that connect with both audiences and industry insiders. Our branches excel at navigating public perception and media engagement. We collaborate with session musicians, musical directors, lighting designers, and sound engineers to create vibrant, high-quality live performances. At SOS Artists, our commitment goes beyond conventional management; we champion creativity and innovation. We empower our artists to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape of music and comedy through personalised strategies and a robust support system. We are especially proud of our strong ties to the Irish-speaking community. Our dedication to promoting underrepresented artists drives us to integrate diverse voices into the mainstream, reshaping the industry landscape with a focus on inclusivity, diversity, and broad artistic expression.
1 to 10 staff
Studio Wolfe
Studio Wolfe is Cork's award-winning performing arts school, offering dance classes, drama classes and singing lessons to children and teens aged 3–18 across three Cork locations: Douglas, Donnybrook and Blarney. Founded in 2003 by Declan and Careen Wolfe, we've spent over two decades building the South of Ireland's leading dance, drama and musical theatre training programme — culminating in being named Cork Dance School of the Year 2025. What we teach: Dance — Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Acro, Modern, Contemporary, Tap & Musical Theatre Drama & Acting for Camera — LAMDA-syllabus weekly classes plus screen-acting workshops Singing Lessons — Group musical-theatre vocals and one-to-one vocal training Our teachers are certified through IDTA, ISTD, RAD, LAMDA, ALCM and Acrobatic Arts — the highest international qualifications in performing arts education. Students train in graded syllabuses leading to recognised exam awards, and our competitive dance teams have represented Ireland at the Dance World Cup. Notable Studio Wolfe alumni include Alex Murphy (The Young Offenders, Conversations with Friends), who began his acting training with us before going on to The Lir Academy at Trinity College Dublin. Douglas HQ — Unit 2a Dosco Business Park, South Douglas Road, T12 X370 Donnybrook — Unit C5 Donnybrook Commercial Park, T12 R25F Blarney — Blarney Golf Clubhouse, Tower, T23 DK50 +353 21 489 1249 studiowolfe.ie
11 to 50 staff
The Gaff, Limerick
In 2014, The GAFF was born and today operates as a dedicated, community arts focused organisation for the Midwest. In 2024, The GAFF is fundraising to renovate a city-centre home in a landmark building (former Tait Clothing Factory building on Edward St.) providing work spaces for Limerick’s amateur, professional and community arts practitioners. A new home will also allow us grow our community and artistic programmes. Since 2014, The GAFF has connected artists with the most marginalised communities in Limerick. Partners have included Limerick Traveller Health Programme, Garryowen Youth Service, Moyross Residents Forum, West End Youth Centre, St. Mary’s Community Development Programme, Knockalisheen Direct Provision Centre and others.
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Corcadorca Theatre Company
Established in 1991, Corcadorca Theatre Company has produced over 40 shows. We take theatre out of traditional venues and bring it into unexpected places. Corcadorca has staged productions all over Cork city and county, in sites as diverse as Fitzgerald’s Park, the Guy’s building, Patrick’s Hill, the original Ford factory, Sir Henry’s nightclub and Cork city’s courthouse. Corcadorca allow exposure to international theatre to influence our work, establishing ongoing links with some of the world’s leaders in the field of off-site theatre. Whether we are taking on the classics texts of Shakespeare and Bücher or work by a new writer, Corcadorca produces exciting and innovative theatre. For the last three years our shows have sold within days. We’ve shown to 2,500 in one night for ‘The Trial of Jesus’ and to over for the run of ‘The Tempest’. From the epic to the intimate, our shows are popular with a hugely diverse audience base. Corcadorca foster new writing, establishing ongoing links with both national and international playwrights. We aim to operate an open-door policy, providing advice and support to theatre practitioners. The Theatre Development Centre was established by Corcadorca in 2011. Unique in Ireland, it is a studio space in the Triskel Arts Centre dedicated to the development of professional
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Kinsale Arts Festival
Kinsale Arts Festival : 19-28 September 2014 Kinsale Arts Festival is a multi-disciplinary Arts Festival. It commissions new work in all genres and supports both established and emerging artists. The programme features Local, National, and International work, and includes Visual Art, Theatre, Music, Literature, Film, Dance, Architecture, and Family Entertainment. There is a keen emphasis on community involvement in the festival with many community members engaged in year-round festival projects as well as volunteering at festival time. Local artists also have the opportunity to showcase their work. The Festival seeks to use all possible performance spaces in the historic town including the harbour, the streets, boats, churches and other unusual spaces. The audience at home and from abroad are invited to expect the extraordinary and celebrate creativity.
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Little Gem Puppets
Working with the magic of puppetry we are a family friendly company performing at festivals, street fairs, libraries, museums and community events. Our children's puppet shows are fun and interactive, we perform in english and as gaeilge. We also love to we give workshops in puppetry and puppet film making whenever we get a chance. Our workshops are for all age groups and along with new skills we hope to encourage a positive working environment and also spark a little bit of magic.
1 to 10 staff
Livin' Dred Theatre Company
Livin' Dred is a North-Midlands based professional theatre company, with a passionate and bold commitment and vision- To deliver and present excellent Theatre, old and new, that speaks to our audience, challenges them and provides them with powerful theatrical experiences: Locally, Nationally and Internationally- To present new work (with emphasis on young and emerging playwrights) while also re-discovering and re-interpreting established works from the Classic Irish Repertoire- To constantly re-examine our relationship with the landscape and the mindscape of Cavan and the surrounding Midlands environs. Our purpose is to put our audience at the front and centre of the theatrical experience: our aim is to constantly build our audience and re-examine our relationship with them. We do this by- Creating theatre that relates to, represents, challenges, engages and entertains our audience, with particular emphasis on work representative of our home region- Producing and presenting theatre in innovative ways that challenges our audiences’ ideals, beliefs and perceptions- Constantly growing our audience through our constant commitment to touring our work regionally, nationally and internationally.
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Macnas - Spectacle Theatre Company
Macnas is an internationally acclaimed Irish performance and spectacle company based in Galway city. For over 30 years Macnas has successfully staged ground-breaking spectacle to huge audiences at festivals and celebrations at home and around the globe. The work of Macnas is transformative, mobile and immersive. We collaborate with artists, audiences and communities, nationally & internationally. Macnas energise audiences with interactive performances at festivals and celebrations around the globe, bringing stunning large-scale images and brilliant chaos to the streets of the world. As pioneers of invention we have toured the world performing with U2, been part of the magic at the MTV awards, performed in China, Australia, and San Francisco, took to the streets of Austin, Texas for SXSW Festival 2016 and brought the city of Hull to a standstill, as part of Hull UK City of Culture 2017. Macnas are still firmly rooted in Ireland, performing a highly acclaimed annual Halloween Parade in their home town of Galway each October
1 to 10 staff
Mullingar Arts Centre
Mullingar Arts Centre is a performing arts company based out of Mount St, Bellview, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, Ireland, Ireland.
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