National Opera House

Tales of Acorn Wood Live!
Wednesday, 19 August 2026 - 2.30 PM
Tickets: €21 + Facility Fee
Family Ticket €72
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Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s beloved Tales from Acorn Wood stories are brought to life on stage for the first time in an enchanting lift-the-flap experience.

Poor old Fox has lost his socks! Who’s that keeping tired Rabbit awake? Packed full of toe-tapping songs, puppetry, and all the friends from Acorn Wood, this beautiful show from the team that brought you Dear Zoo Live and Dear Santa promises to be the perfect treat for children of all ages.

Looking for a Father's Day gift for that Sports Enthusiast in your life? We have two upcoming events that just might be ideal. Something to look forward to long after the World Cup is over and a nice preparation ahead of next year's Six Nations.

An Evening with Nigel Owens
Tuesday, 15 December 2026 - 7.30 PM
Tickets: €32.50 + Facility Fee
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An Evening With Robbie Fowler
Thursday, 18 March 2027 - 7.30 PM
€45 + Facility Fee
Meet and Greet Additional €100
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Niall Breslin & The Polaris Quartet
The Place that has Never Been Wounded
Sunday, 8 November 2026 - 7.30 PM
Tickets: €30 - €35 + Facility Fee
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Join Niall Breslin (Bressie) and The Polaris Quartet for a deeply moving and inspirational concert, 'The Place that has Never Been Wounded', from his latest album, which was named one of the Best Irish Albums of the Year by The Irish Times. The performance offers a rare chance to experience a body of work that prioritises depth, attention, and connection in a live setting.

"A deeply affirming spiritual work that heals and captivates the audience, releasing something in you that you didn't even know you'd been carrying." Adam Clayton, U2

Soleil Theatre Productions with Alba Technique presents
SPOONS
Tuesday, 21 July 2026 - 7.30 PM
Tickets: €25 + Facility Fee
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Direct from its sold-out run in New York, by special permission of playwright Ben Firke, SPOONS makes the transatlantic journey to Ireland for its European debut, at The National Opera House for One Night Only—Tuesday, 21 July. The play runs 90-minutes, Curtain 7:30 PM, in the intimate Jerome Hynes Theatre. To maintain intimacy, tickets will be limited.

SPOONS deep-dives into the post-pandemic comic challenge of finding human connection. Brad, a sportswriter, cannot seem to meet women! Desperate for simple human touch, he retains the services of Molly, a professional cuddler with her own self-imposed boundaries. They form a fragile bond over the course of their sessions, as they struggle with their fears, biases, and preconceived ideas about friendship.

A wry meditation on loneliness, recovery, and trust, SPOONS takes us into the chaos of seeking companionship in our lonely age. Only Irish performance before returning to New York to begin its US Tour.

Oyster Lane Theatre Group presents
The Prince of Egypt - The Musical
Sunday 22 - Thursday 26 November 2026 - 7.30 PM
Tickets: €20 - €32 + Facility Fee
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Following the group’s four AIMS nominations for their 2025 sell-out production of The Wizard of Oz, Oyster Lane promises another spectacular theatrical event filled with soaring music, powerful drama and unforgettable storytelling.

Based on the beloved DreamWorks film, this stunning production brings the story of Moses to life, tracing his journey from royal upbringing to his destiny as the leader of his people. Audiences can expect magnificent chorus numbers, powerful drama and emotionally charged performances, anchored by beloved songs including Deliver Us and the Oscar-winning When You Believe. From moments of intimate emotion to scenes of epic scale, this promises to be one of Oyster Lane’s most ambitious productions to date.

Director Imelda McDonagh returns to lead the production following her huge success directing Michael Collins – A Musical Drama, winner of Overall Best Show at the AIMS Awards. She is joined by AIMS award winning Musical Director Patrick Clancy and acclaimed choreographer Jonny Smith.

Filled with heart, hope and theatrical magic, The Prince of Egypt promises to be a truly unmissable highlight in the National Opera House 2026 season.

National Youth Orchestra of Ireland - Summer Proms
Saturday, 25 July 2026 - 7.30 PM
Adult €25 / Concession €18 / Child €10 + Facility Fee
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An Evening With Robbie Fowler
Thursday 18 March 2027 - 7.30 PM
€45 + Facility Fee
Meet and Greet Additional €100
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The Mental Health Series workshops
Thursday 2nd & 9th July - 7 PM
Tuesday 14th & 21st July - 7 PM
Tickets: €10 per session
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Soleil Theatre Productions with Alba Technique presents
SPOONS
Tuesday 21 July 2026 - 7.30 PM
€25 + Facility Fee
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MIND YOURSELF!
A series of four evenings taking us through mental health and how recovery is achieved. Facilitated by Aidan Duggan, Principal psychologist and consulting psychotherapist and Ursula Browne, psychotherapist.

Thursday 2nd July: Mental health difficulties and recovery.
Thursday 9th July: Why people kill themselves.
Tuesday 14th July: How to recover from psychosis and mania.
Tuesday 21st July: Children and recovery from emotional difficulties.
Tickets: €10 per session
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Format: 2hrs. 1hr talk, 30mins Q&A and 30mins mingle.
Venue: The Festival Room (2nd Floor), National Opera House.

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National Youth Orchestra of Ireland - Summer Proms
Saturday, 25 July 2026 - 7.30 PM
Adult €25 / Concession €18 / Child €10 + Facility Fee
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The National Youth Orchestra of Ireland's Summer Prom concert brings the sea to life with Smyth, Elgar and Zemlinsky. A sweeping journey of oceanic storytelling, passion and orchestral colour performed by our 120 strong orchestra aged 13-22.

The NYOI 2026 Summer Proms feature the next generation of Irish musicians performing an exhilarating, high-level symphonic repertoire under renowned conductor Killian Farrell in a vibrant national concert tour.