Gate Theatre
Historic 371-seat Georgian theatre on Parnell Square presenting classic and contemporary drama in an intimate setting, best suited to teens and adults.
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Historic 371-seat theatre on Cavendish Row at the top of O’Connell Street. Inside, the auditorium feels like a Georgian drawing room, with one tier of seating, high ceilings and a compact stage that keeps performances close. The programme is mainly classic and contemporary drama, occasional literary adaptations and festival work, so it suits older teens and adults more than young children. Families usually come in the evening for a 7:30pm show or for weekend matinees, combining it with a trip into town. The building is old, so circulation spaces and seats are snug, but staff are relaxed and used to helping people find their way around.
- Intimate 371-seat Georgian auditorium with a single tier of seating and classic décor.
- Strong focus on classic and contemporary drama, literary adaptations and festival work.
- Community-engagement programme (GATEWAYS) linking the theatre with local schools and groups.
- Assisted and accessible performances scheduled through the year, including dedicated access information for each production.
- Lift access from the rear of the building with two designated wheelchair spaces in the auditorium.
- Central city-centre location at the top of O’Connell Street, easy to combine with a wider day out in town.
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Good to know
About
Historic 371-seat theatre on Cavendish Row at the top of O’Connell Street. Inside, the auditorium feels like a Georgian drawing room, with one tier of seating, high ceilings and a compact stage that keeps performances close. The programme is mainly classic and contemporary drama, occasional literary adaptations and festival work, so it suits older teens and adults more than young children. Families usually come in the evening for a 7:30pm show or for weekend matinees, combining it with a trip into town. The building is old, so circulation spaces and seats are snug, but staff are relaxed and used to helping people find their way around.