Civic Theatre
South Dublin’s theatre with two stages, family shows, free evening parking, and excellent accessibility beside The Square (Luas Red Line).
About
The Civic (Civic Theatre) in Tallaght is South Dublin’s main producing and receiving theatre, hosting a lively mix of drama, comedy, music, dance and regular family performances. Located beside The Square Shopping Centre at the end of the Luas Red Line, it’s easy to reach by public transport and there’s dedicated on-site parking for evening shows. Inside you’ll find two performance spaces: the Main Auditorium for larger productions and a more intimate studio space for smaller or participatory work. Families will appreciate the clear age guidance on show pages and the practical touches for younger audiences, including a limited number of booster seats for suitable events and a simple “babe in arms” ticket for shows open to very young children. Accessibility is thoughtfully considered: a loop system supports patrons who are hard of hearing; wheelchair bays are available in Row A (book by phone); there are accessible toilets; and ramp access from the car park for evening and Saturday matinees. Before or after a performance, the on-site bistro/bar serves meals and snacks, and the foyer is an easy place to regroup with buggies in tow. With a welcoming team, varied programming and straightforward logistics (Luas to The Square, buses from across the city, free evening parking on site), The Civic is a reliable, stress-free option for a family theatre trip any time of year.
At a Glance
About
The Civic (Civic Theatre) in Tallaght is South Dublin’s main producing and receiving theatre, hosting a lively mix of drama, comedy, music, dance and regular family performances. Located beside The Square Shopping Centre at the end of the Luas Red Line, it’s easy to reach by public transport and there’s dedicated on-site parking for evening shows. Inside you’ll find two performance spaces: the Main Auditorium for larger productions and a more intimate studio space for smaller or participatory work. Families will appreciate the clear age guidance on show pages and the practical touches for younger audiences, including a limited number of booster seats for suitable events and a simple “babe in arms” ticket for shows open to very young children. Accessibility is thoughtfully considered: a loop system supports patrons who are hard of hearing; wheelchair bays are available in Row A (book by phone); there are accessible toilets; and ramp access from the car park for evening and Saturday matinees. Before or after a performance, the on-site bistro/bar serves meals and snacks, and the foyer is an easy place to regroup with buggies in tow. With a welcoming team, varied programming and straightforward logistics (Luas to The Square, buses from across the city, free evening parking on site), The Civic is a reliable, stress-free option for a family theatre trip any time of year.