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Music Family Comedy Drama September - December 2015 a season of entertainment on your doorstep civictheatre.ie Tallaght Drama Drama Heart & Soul Theatre Company presents The Grandeur of Delusions Written by Hugh Murphy Directed by Ann Brophy The Grandeur of Delusions is a monologue for two people – which is an obvious contradiction – but which in this case is depressingly true. It depicts an alcoholic talking to himself through the medium of his delusion, a girl. The absence of love and hugs in childhood is sufficient to manifest itself in Oblivion Drinking, as they try to fill the void of ‘Lacking’ which they don’t understand – and which only the temporary solution of blackouts can redress, and relieve their suffering. The play deals in an ironic and funny fashion with the trials and tribulations of families in desperation Suitable for ages 15+ Blood in the Alley Theatre Company presents The Lonesome West Written by Martin McDonagh Directed by Geoff Gould The Lonesome West is a comic masterpiece, the blackest of black comedies, where McDonagh’s much loved characters, Colman and Valene, two brothers living alone in their father’s house after his recent death, find it impossible to exist without regular violent disputes over mundane matters. Only Father Welsh is prepared to reconcile the two before their squabbling leads to violent and bloody carnage. Blood in the Alley Theatre Company presents Under Milk Wood (A Reading) Written by Dylan Thomas Directed by Geoff Gould Under Milk Wood is Dylan Thomas’s unique vision of human experience hammered out of the small Welsh seaside town of Llareggub (‘Bugger All’ spelled backwards). Beautifully surreal, darkly comic and bawdy it is replete with characters who are romantic, earthy, mad, parochial and easily recognisable to all. The show opens with an omniscient narrator inviting the audience to listen to the dreams and innermost thoughts of the inhabitants. They include Mrs Ogmore-Pritchard, relentlessly nagging her two dead husbands; Captain Cat, reliving his seafaring times; Organ Morgan, obsessed with his music; and Polly Garter, pining for her dead lover. September Fri 18th Main Auditorium 5:30pm Latecomers not admitted FREE - advanced booking and ticket collection required Bigger Picture Projects present Small Plastic Wars Written and performed by Pat McGrath Direct- ed by Alan King Amusing account how one man turned an unfilled dream to bridge the void of unemployment and recession. Joe is in total control of his world. It’s a pity that it exists only in 1/35 scale and is made of plastic. Meanwhile back in the real world there’s a competition coming up and Joe just wants to be left alone to build his models and win best in show. Unemployment has finally given him the time to enjoy his hobby of sticking bits of plastic together, but unfortunately his wife, his kids, the bank manager, his nemesis Hermann (whose real name is Brian), the checkout girl in Tesco and Angela Merkel have other ideas. ‘..Diamond of a show… Not just for anoraks or reformed modellers, this is one not to miss!’ - Irish Theatre Magazine Lisa Richards Agency presents Al Porter Is Yours Al Porter returns to the Civic Theatre after a successful show in June. This year alone Al has popped up on RTE’s Electric Picnic, Next Week’s News, The Savage Eye, and Callan’s Kicks. Despite his youth, this Christmas marked his 10th year starring in the Olympia Theatre pantomime. Al is a television regular on RTE’s Republic of Telly and is heard weekdays on RTE 2fm with Colm Hayes. But it’s Live on stage that he truly shines! Al Porter Is Yours promises a night of uproarious entertainment with stand up, sketch and song! Candid, playful and irreverent, Al Porter is a genuine showman with his modern take on old school light entertainment of yesteryear. ‘One of the few comedians that actually makes me laugh’ - David McSavage C.T.D (City Theatre Dublin) presents Being Alive Designed by Helen Jordan & Michael Scott Helen Jordan brings her new highly entertaining musical show Being Alive to the Civic Theatre for one week only. Helen will sing a selection of songs by award winning composer Stephen Sondheim, accompanied by Brian Connor on piano, the Musical Director of RiverDance. The production is directed by Michael Scott and features songs from many of Sondheim’s hit shows including: West Side Story, Into The Woods, Follies, Passion, Dick Tracy, Company, Any one Can Whistle and Merrily We Roll Along. The show also features the all time Sondheim favourite Send in The Clowns. September Tues 15th - Sat 19th Main Auditorium 8pm €20 & €16 concession €12 Opening Night (15th) Drama September Thurs 3rd - Sat 5th Loose End Studio 8:15pm €14 & €12 concession Drama September Wed 23rd - Sat 26th Loose End Studio 8:15pm €16 & €12 concession Comedy September Sat 26th Main Auditorium 8pm €18 & €15 concession Music Mon 28th Sept - Sat 3rd Oct Loose End Studio 8:15pm €18 & €16 concession CULTURE NIGHT

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MusicFamily

ComedyDrama

September -December 2015

a season of entertainment on your doorstep

civictheatre.ie

Tallaght

Drama

Drama

Heart & Soul Theatre Company presents

The Grandeur of Delusions Written by Hugh Murphy Directed by Ann Brophy The Grandeur of Delusions is a monologue for two people – which is an obvious contradiction – but which in this case is depressingly true. It depicts an alcoholic talking to himself through the medium of his delusion, a girl. The absence of love and hugs in childhood is sufficient to manifest itself in Oblivion Drinking, as they try to fill the void of ‘Lacking’ which they don’t understand – and which only the temporary solution of blackouts can redress, and relieve their suffering. The play deals in an ironic and funny fashion with the trials and tribulations of families in desperationSuitable for ages 15+

Blood in the Alley Theatre Company presents

The Lonesome West Written by Martin McDonagh Directed by Geoff Gould The Lonesome West is a comic masterpiece, the blackest of black comedies, where McDonagh’s much loved characters, Colman and Valene, two brothers living alone in their father’s house after his recent death, find it impossible to exist without regular violent disputes over mundane matters. Only Father Welsh is prepared to reconcile the two before their squabbling leads to violent and bloody carnage.

Blood in the Alley Theatre Company presents

Under Milk Wood (A Reading) Written by Dylan Thomas Directed by Geoff Gould Under Milk Wood is Dylan Thomas’s unique vision of human experience hammered out of the small Welsh seaside town of Llareggub (‘Bugger All’ spelled backwards). Beautifully surreal, darkly comic and bawdy it is replete with characters who are romantic, earthy, mad, parochial and easily recognisable to all. The show opens with an omniscient narrator inviting the audience to listen to the dreams and innermost thoughts of the inhabitants. They include Mrs Ogmore-Pritchard, relentlessly nagging her two dead husbands; Captain Cat, reliving his seafaring times; Organ Morgan, obsessed with his music; and Polly Garter, pining for her dead lover.

SeptemberFri 18thMain Auditorium 5:30pmLatecomers not admittedFREE - advanced booking and ticket collection required

Bigger Picture Projects present

Small Plastic Wars Written and performed by Pat McGrath Direct-ed by Alan King Amusing account how one man turned an unfilled dream to bridge the void of unemployment and recession. Joe is in total control of his world. It’s a pity that it exists only in 1/35 scale and is made of plastic. Meanwhile back in the real world there’s a competition coming up and Joe just wants to be left alone to build his models and win best in show. Unemployment has finally given him the time to enjoy his hobby of sticking bits of plastic together, but unfortunately his wife, his kids, the bank manager, his nemesis Hermann (whose real name is Brian), the checkout girl in Tesco and Angela Merkel have other ideas. ‘..Diamond of a show… Not just for anoraks or reformed modellers, this is one not to miss!’ - Irish Theatre Magazine

Lisa Richards Agency presents

Al Porter Is Yours Al Porter returns to the Civic Theatre after a successful show in June. This year alone Al has popped up on RTE’s Electric Picnic, Next Week’s News, The Savage Eye, and Callan’s Kicks. Despite his youth, this Christmas marked his 10th year starring in the Olympia Theatre pantomime. Al is a television regular on RTE’s Republic of Telly and is heard weekdays on RTE 2fm with Colm Hayes. But it’s Live on stage that he truly shines! Al Porter Is Yours promises a night of uproarious entertainment with stand up, sketch and song! Candid, playful and irreverent, Al Porter is a genuine showman with his modern take on old school light entertainment of yesteryear. ‘One of the few comedians that actually makes me laugh’ - David McSavage

C.T.D (City Theatre Dublin) presents

Being Alive Designed by Helen Jordan & Michael Scott Helen Jordan brings her new highly entertaining musical show Being Alive to the Civic Theatre for one week only. Helen will sing a selection of songs by award winning composer Stephen Sondheim, accompanied by Brian Connor on piano, the Musical Director of RiverDance. The production is directed by Michael Scott and features songs from many of Sondheim’s hit shows including: West Side Story, Into The Woods, Follies, Passion, Dick Tracy, Company, Any one Can Whistle and Merrily We Roll Along. The show also features the all time Sondheim favourite Send in The Clowns.

SeptemberTues 15th - Sat 19thMain Auditorium 8pm

€20 & €16 concession€12 Opening Night (15th)

DramaSeptemberThurs 3rd - Sat 5thLoose End Studio 8:15pm

€14 & €12 concession

DramaSeptemberWed 23rd - Sat 26thLoose End Studio 8:15pm

€16 & €12 concession

ComedySeptemberSat 26thMain Auditorium 8pm

€18 & €15 concession

MusicMon 28th Sept -Sat 3rd OctLoose End Studio 8:15pm

€18 & €16 concession

CULTURE NIGHT

Lyngo Theatre presents

Puss in BootsA show by Marcello Chiarenza Adapted and performed by Patrick LynchBrought to you as part of Red Line Book Festival 2015Would you trust a talking cat? You never know, he might turn you from a pauper to a prince just like the hero of this story, brought to vivid life on our incredible sloping stage by Patrick Lynch from Cbeebies. Using smoke and mirrors and hidden trapdoors he’ll show you how this sure-footed feline fools both the King and the Ogre to put his master at the top. With a host of puppets and a windmill, come and see this classic furry tail, it’s the cat’s whiskers!Suitable for 4+“Utterly captivating” -  The Stage

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Music

OctoberMon 5th - Sat 10thLoose End Studio 8:15pm

€16 & €12 concession

OctoberThurs 8thMain Auditorium 8pm

€20

Verdant Productions presents

Hooked! Part of Dublin Theatre Festival on Tour Written by Gillian Grattan Directed by Don Wycherley Attractive young Dubliner, Lydia, retreats to a small country village in an attempt to escape from her past and reinvent her future. She moves in next door to Tom and Mary, the typical country neighbours. Or are they? Lydia quickly becomes the object of curiosity not only for Tom and Mary but the community at large. Tension mounts between the two women, setting in motion a gripping and unexpected chain of events that threatens to expose the secrets and lies bubbling beneath the surface in this small, close-knit rural community. Starring Steve Blount, Tina Kellegher, Séana Kerslake. “HOOKED! is a cracker” – Emer O’Kelly Sunday Independent

Chris Kavanagh presents

The Spirit of Irish Folk Ireland has been richly blessed with wonderfully talented composers, singers and entertainers. From Percy French and John McCormack to The Clancys, The Dubliners, Pecker Dunne & Jim McCann our sing-ers and writers have touched the hearts and souls of millions of people. Chris is well known as the lead singer of successful band ‘The Legend of Luke Kelly’ and has performed with The Dubliners on several occasions. His new show will take you on a musical journey through Ireland in times gone by, and he will also perform some of his own songs which have been so influenced by his folk heroes.

City Theatre Dublin present

The Importance of Being Honest Written by Billie Traynor Directed By Liam Halligan ‘From the moment I saw you I distrusted you’. Gwendolen and Cecily, Oscar Wilde’s most famous ladies, meet twenty years later in an English country garden. Cecily is whiling her life away with rose-pruning and interpretative dance, when her eminently respectable sister-in-law, Gwendolen, turns up on a surprise visit. Before long, these two old friends are battling it out over the tea and cake. This time it’s a struggle for whose is the right way of life, as they face into a century of change and new fashion trends. It’s a meeting of unexpected revelations with some great one-liners along the way! Stars Deirdre Monaghan, Billy Traynor and Karl O’Neill.

The Nualas present

Lock Up Your Husbands! In their most dangerous show ever The Nualas break the mould they made previously with a deluge of new songs, higher harmonies, different keys and slightly shorter dresses, if that’s possible! And there’s more: Expect new Nuala revelations, harder laughs, slicker riffs, and even tighter foundation wear... if that’s possible! When this show previewed in Dolan’s of Leitrim, at least three Gardai and a relationship counselor had to be called. As part of their ensuing community service (six weeks scooping out litter from the Shannon) the girls were obliged, as a warning, to call this sweltering new show, Lock Up Your Husbands. You have been warned.‘Saucy, sassy, racy, ridiculous.’ – EdFringereview

Tommy Swarbrigg Promotions presents

Bagatelle After 30 years of incredible music, numerous hits, endless tours and all the ups and downs of the music business Bagatelle are calling it a day! They have been one of the most outstanding groups in the history of Irish popular music and they deserve a rousing send off. Summer in Dublin written by singer/songwriter Liam Reilly will be treasured for-ever in the hearts of their loyal fans, old and new. Hear their great songs: Summer in Dublin - Trump Card - Second Violin - Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy - Leeson Street Lady – Raining in Paris Tonight - Streets of New York - Somewhere in Europe - Flight of Earls and many more of Liam Reilly’s great compositions live on the night!

FIT TO RUNLoose End Studio Sun 11th Oct 12noon Adm: €10 /€8 concJoin Gerry Duffy, endurance athlete and author of 32 Marathons and Tick Tock Ten, and nutritionist Barry Murray (OptimumNutrition4Sport.com), in this highly motivational talk that will help athletes at any level achieve their goals.

AN IRISH CHRISTMAS-FESTIVE INSPIRATIONMain Auditorium Tues 13th Oct 1pm Adm: €5If you’d like a little inspiration ahead of the festive season join Aoife Carrigy, an experienced food and wine writer, as she presents a mix of inspirational readings along with her favourite ICA memories and practical tips on getting ready for the coming season.

POSITIVE PARENTING IN A TECHNOLOGICAL AGELoose End Studio Wed 14th Oct 1pm Adm: €5Colman Noctor, author of parenting book Cop On, talks about technology and its impact on how we relate to each other and how it has impacted on Irish family life.

TEDXTALLAGHT: CONSIDERED PERSPECTIVES 2015Main Auditorium Wed 14th Oct 7pm Adm: €12 / €10 concFrom 3D Printing of prosthetic limbs, to mathematics and creativity, nano-technology, life changing moments and much more, TEDxTallaght promises to be a fascinating and inspiring evening.

YOUR PET QUESTIONS ANSWERED – PETE THE VETLoose End Studio Thurs 15th Oct 1pm Adm: €5 Pete Wedderburn is Ireland’s best known Veterinary Surgeon and a prolific writer with three books to date; My Dog Thinks He’s Human, My Cat Is Ignoring Me and Pete Wedderburn’s Healthy Pets, for young people taking up pet keeping.

HISTORY IRELAND HEDGE SCHOOLMain Auditorium Thurs 15th Oct 8pm Adm: €8 / €6 concPatrick Pearse: proto-fascist eccentric or visionary? To discuss this and related matters join History Ireland editor, Tommy Graham, for a lively round table discussion with Joost Augusteijn, Roisin Higgins, John Gibney and Ruth Dudley Edwards.

WINDOWS INTO OTHER WORLDSLoose End Studio Fri 16th Oct @ 8.15pm Adm: €8 / €6 concAs the Short Story continues to go from strength to strength, this panel of award-winning authors looks at the different aspects of writing in this genre.Facilitated by Ferdia Mac Anna.

READERS DAYMAJOR IRISH WRITERS IN CONVERSATION WITH DERMOT BOLGERMain Auditorium Sat 17th Oct 10.15am - 4pm Adm: €10 / €8 concJoin renowned writers for a relaxed and intimate day of readings and public conversations chaired by Dermot Bolger. This year’s line-up features award winning authors Jennifer Johnston, Mary Costello, Martina Devlin, Carlo Gébler & Hugo Hamilton talking about their fathers, Michael O’Loughlin and popular broadcaster Joe Duffy.

FamilyOctoberSun 11thMain Auditorium 2pm & 4pm

€7 & €5 child€20 Family of 4

MusicOctoberFri 9thMain Auditorium 8pm

€18 & €15 conc

ComedyOctoberSat 10thMain Auditorium 8pm

€20 & €16 concession

DramaTues 29th Sept - Sat 3rd Oct Main Auditorium 8pm

€18 & €14 concession

BROUGHT TO YOU AS PART OF RED LINE BOOK FESTIVAL 2015

Decadent Theatre Company presents

Vernon God Little Written by DBC Pierre Directed by Andrew Flynn Vernon lives in a flea-bitten Texan town where his best friend has just massacred sixteen of his classmates. The town wants vengeance and turns its sights on the innocent Vernon who is arrested. Vernon flees to Mexico pursued by a media circus of outlandish proportions. This is a riotous, irreverent adventure with a fast-talking fifteen year old who cruelly ends up on a version of death row driven by the rules of reality TV. Vernon’s innate innocence exposes the nature of the American experience of justice in the eye of a media storm, and since he’s a boy of such sweetness, he makes death row a respectable address.‘The debut of one of the most original and seriously funny narrative voices in recent times’ – Sean O’Hagan, Observer

UMCK Productions in association with Lisa Richards present

Separated at Birth Written by PJ Gallagher, Una McKevitt and Joanne McNally Fresh from his latest sell out tour, PJ Gallagher returns to the stage with Ireland’s fastest rising star Joanne McNally. This hilarious comedy duo is bringing their new stand up show; Separated at Birth to venues across Ireland and it’s being heralded as comedy gold. One show, two mics. Separated at Birth offers an original and fresh alternative to the traditional standup gig. You don’t have to be adopted to be funny. But it definitely helps.Comedy

Abhann Productions and John McColgan presents

Gay Byrne - Live on Stage Gay Byrne, one of the most loved television and radio personalities in Irish history will perform his show, Gay Byrne, Live on Stage as part of a short Irish tour. In his five decade broadcasting career, Gay Byrne was “the man who changed Ireland”. On both his RTÉ morning radio show and the weekly ‘Late Late Show’ he introduced Ireland to modernity – and stood back to witness the brawl. Following sell-out shows this year, this is an exclusive chance to enjoy Gay Byrne at his best in a live performance telling some of the greatest show-biz stories never told in a hilarious evening’s entertainment, described as “a master class in comedy”. “… exhilarating … superb … ingenious … a thoroughly enjoyable evening” – Irish Times

HappyBag Productions present

Elvis is My Daddy Written by John Murphy Directed by Mark Lambert A new Irish musical starring Eilish O’Carroll from Mrs Brown’s Boys who swaps her hairnet for the glitter of sequins in a performance more Sassy than Bassey, Fair City’s Celia Murphy reveals herself as a singing and dancing tour de force with the amazing voice of Elaine Hearty. Together they tell the amazing story of Las Vegas legend Lana Lavelle, who played alongside Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and got more than a little shook up with Elvis Presley. After almost forty years as a recluse the legend is planning the comeback to end all comebacks. But the best laid plans…‘It’s a sing-a-long, tap your toes extravaganza’ - The Herald

MusicalNovemberWed 4th - Thurs 5thMain Auditorium 8pm

€18 & €16 concession,

DramaOctoberFri 30thMain Auditorium 8pm

€22.50 & €20 concession

Brilliant Events present

Jackula Written and Directed by Jeff Keough Being a vampire sucks, but being Dracula’s younger brother is driving Jackula batty. Join Jackula on a spooktacular quest to step out of his older brother’s shadow and become the world’s most magical vam-pire. Laugh as Jackula makes his pet ghost dance. Gasp as Jackula balances five glasses of water on his face. Smile as children help him perform fun magic tricks. After the show, every child gets to do a trick! Yes, Jackula invites everyone to stay, perform a trick and receive a treat. This is a fun magic and juggling show for the whole family.Recommended for children aged 4 to 12 yearsof age.

OctoberSat 31stMain Auditorium 12pm and 3pm

€7

FamilyDramaOctoberThurs 22nd - Fri 23rdMain Auditorium 8pm

€20 & €18 concession

OctoberThurs 29thMain Auditorium 8pm

€18

Drama

Rough Magic presents

How To Keep An Alien Written by Sonya Kelly Directed by Gina Moxley Sonya Kelly (The Wheelchair on My Face) is back with a tearfully funny, tender memoir about securing an Irish visa for her Australian partner Kate. They met. They fell in love. Now all they have to do is prove it to the government. Join her madcap odyssey from the stony townlands of Offaly to the leafy depths of the Queensland bush. It’s a tricky business coming from opposite ends of the earth. It takes an Olympian will and the heart of a whale, but above all else, paper-work. It takes a hell of a lot of paperwork. Contains some mild swearing and sexual references. WINNER Best Production (Tiger Dublin Fringe 2014)

“Exquisite” - The Irish Times

NovemberFri 6th - Sat 7thMain Auditorium 8pm

€18 & €16 concession

Drama

Red Bear Productions present

Wrapped Written & Directed by Tracy Martin Nominated for the Stewart Parker New Writing Award this dark comedy tells the story of two unlikely friends, Ali and Lisa, as they find adventure in Dublin night clubs, dingy flats, late night parties, illicit affairs and moonlit beaches. Actors Aoibheann McCann and Andrea Cleary play multiple roles in this breakneck speed production where writer Tracy Martins brilliant satirical wit shines. Ali has buried her Mother and Lisa has just dumped her useless boyfriend. They throw themselves into the party life style but soon end up out of money, running to India and making a decision that will change their lives forever. Warning: Suitable for ages 16+. Contains strong language, sexual and drugs references.“Wrapped is a play which demonstrates the brilliance of Tracy Martin’s satirical wit.” – publicreviews.com

Barnstorm Theatre Company presents

Me Too! Written by Sarah Argent in collaboration with Barnstorm Friendship is born at that moment when one person says to another, “What? You too? I thought I was the only one.” – C.S. Lewis. Two strangers meet for the first time. Like snowflakes, from a distance they appear the same but, look closely – they’re differ-ent, unique. Their need to transcend social/cultural differences and find ways to engage, co-operate, play, becomes for them an unexpected and creative adventure. Poetic, musical, energetic, poignant and mischievously humorous, Me Too! explores notions of ‘fitting in’; of being ‘not the same’; of ‘encoun-tering difference’. A gem which will resonate with all children whether from the same street or from different parts of the world. For children aged 4+, their teachers and families.

NovemberTues 10th - Sat 14thLoose End Studio 8:15pm

€16 & €12 concession

NovemberTues 10thMain Auditorium10am & 11:30am

€6.50 & teachers go free

Music

Linden Productions Ltd presents

Louise Morrissey: The Acoustic Concert – In This Life Louise is regarded by both Folk and Country music enthusiasts as one of our vocal treasures. One of Ireland’s greatest interpreters of song combined with her unique guitar style makes for a magical ex-perience. Louise will take you on a nostalgic journey from those early days with The Morrisseys right up to the present day. Louise’s brother Norman will join her on bass and vocals and together they will share many memories, stories and songs including The Old Rustic Bridge By The Mill, Come Back Paddy Reilly To Ballyjamesduff and many favourites.November

Wed 11thMain Auditorium 8pm

€20 & €18 concession

Childrens Theatre

AladdinCauseway Productions

presents

A Christmas Panto packed with fun for the whole family!

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DeC. 20Th – 3rD January 2016

For more information & times see: www.civictheatre.ie

Booking 01 462 7477 | All Tickets €12

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Opera

Cailín Deas Productions present

Weighing-In Written by Ger Gallagher Weighing-In is a fast paced comedy about life, love and dieting and how we all need to adjust the scales to find the right balance. Set in the Easi-Slim diet clinic we meet the highly driven Pam and the motherly Breda. Both attend the weekly weigh-in and strike up an unlikely relationship. Pam has reached her target weight and has only joined up to maintain and brag about the weight she’s lost. Breda has diligently attended the Easi-Slim meet-ings but just can’t manage to win the battle of the bulge – until Pam comes along to power walk her into shape. With her low-calorie intake and rigorous exercise regime, Pam introduces Breda to life in the fasting lane.‘Pacey, tender and packed with laughs, Weighing-In is a calorie-free treat’. - Eithne Shortall, Sunday Times

Gúna Nua & Verdant Productions present

The Unlucky Cabin Boy Written by Mike Finn Directed by Paul Meade Based on a true story, The Unlucky Cabin Boy tells of the young Patrick O’Brien of Limerick in 1835. In a desperate attempt to escape his life of poverty, he joined the Francis Spaight ship as a cabin boy on the ship’s voyage to the New World. On the ship’s return, they encountered a storm and capsized. After two weeks trying to survive on the righted ship but with their provisions lost, it was decided that one crew member should die in order to prolong the lives of the others. Our hero, Patrick O’Brien drew the short straw, and was killed and eaten by the crew. Featuring the Brad Pitt Light Orchestra. “One of the most unique theatrical experiences this writer has witnessed…” - Limerick Leader

Opera Theatre Company presents

Susanna’s Secret & The Human Voice Written by Wolf Ferrari /Poulenc Directed by Tom Creed Love, lies and infidelity. Opera Theatre Company is delighted to present an opera double bill. Rachel Croash and Rory Musgrave perform in Wolf-Ferrari’s Susanna’s Secret; a comedy opera built on marital misunderstanding. Kim Sheehan stars in Poulenc’s The Human Voice; a deep and moving depiction of a relationship’s aftermath. Directed by Tom Creed with Music Direction by Andrew Synnott. Sung in English, the two pieces explore the themes of love, lies and loss: in Susanna’s Secret a man smells smoke & suspects his wife of an affair; in The Human Voice a young woman tries desperately to connect with her ex-lover.

NovemberMon 23rd - Sat 28thLoose End Studio 8.15pm

€16 & €12 concession

NovemberFri 13th - Sat 14thMain Auditorium 8pm

€20 & €16 concession

NovemberThurs 12thMain Auditorium 8pm

€25 & €22 concession

Harolds Cross Tallaght Musical Society present

Urinetown – The Irish Premiere Written by Mark Hollman (Music & Lyrics), Greg Kotis (Book & Lyrics) Directed by Eoin Cannon Urinetown is set in a future where a drought has crippled the city’s water supplies. The citizens must now use the pay-per-use amenities owned by corrupt Urine Good Company (UGC). Citizens who relieve themselves in the bushes risk being taken away to ‘Urinetown’ a place where many have been sent but no one ever returns. The people huddle at the filthiest urinal in town, Public Amenity #9, run by the rigid Penelope Pennywise and her assistant, dashing rebel Bobby Strong. With fee increases in the pipeline, the poor rise up under Bobby to fight the tyrannical regime. Urinetown is a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution.

Music

NovemberThurs 17th - Sat 21stMain Auditorium 8pm

€18 on Tues & Wed only€20 on Thurs - Sat

Drama

Panto

Black Box Theatre Company presents

Shoot My Dog Written by Brendan Burke Directed by Pat Nolan Shoot My Dog is an autobiographical piece written and performed by Brendan Burke. This multime-dia performance takes us on a journey through Brendans life, from growing up as an only child on the northside of Dublin in the sixties, qualifying as a microbiologist (Baghdad) to becoming an actor (Fair City), Stand Up Comedian (Vicar Street) and award winning photographer. The piece has been described as a hybrid between the traditional ‘stand up’ and the ‘one man show’ format, with lots of laughs and drama along the way.

Causeway Productions present

Aladdin Poor Widow Lola Twankey is having a bad day in her laundry. That useless son of hers is off messing with that other brat Aladdin and there is a ton of washing to be done. Aladdin has seen the beautiful Princess Jasmin and says he is going to marry her (even though he hasn’t a penny!). And Jafar, the scheming villain, has found out about a certain magic lamp and will stop at nothing to get his hands on it – but mysteriously the only person who can find it is a certain lad in town. Smile. It’s the Causeway Productions annual panto. Oh yes it is!

DECEMBERSun 20th 2.30pm / 6.30pm Mon 21st 7.30pm Tues 22nd 7.30pm Wed 23rd 7.30pm Thurs 24th - Sat 26th NO SHOW Sun 27th 2.30pm / 6.30pm Mon 28th 7.30pm Tues 29th 7.30pm Wed 30th 7.30pm Thurs 31st NO SHOW JANUARYFri 1st 6.30pm Sat 2nd 2.30pm / 6.30pm Sun 3rd 2.30pm / 6.30pm

NovemberThurs 19th - Sat 21stLoose End Studio 8.15pm

€16 & €12 concession

Sun 20th Dec -Sun 3rd JanMain Auditorium

All tickets €12

Tickets on sale fromMon Sept 21st

South Dublin County Council presents

Celebration Celebration is a spectacular event that showcases all talent and creativity in the South Dublin County. There is a variety of acts on the night that will blow you away including Dancing, Gymnastics, Choirs, Individual singers and lots more…..

DramaNovemberSun 22ndMain Auditorium 8pm

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NOTE - VENUES ARE DENOTED BY COLOUR: MAIN AUDITORIUM LOOSE END STUDIO

How to Book:By Phone: 01 4627477Visa, Mastercard & Laser are accepted.Tickets are held at the Box Office for collection. There is no phone booking fee.Online: www.civictheatre.ieNote: there is a €1 online booking fee per ticketIn Person: Visit our Box Office Team and chat to them about our calendar of events.Opening hours are: 10am - 6pm Mon - Sat10am - 8pm on performance nightsPlease note that only tickets for that evening’s performance can be booked between 6pm - 8pm. Should there be a Sunday performance, box office will open 2 hours prior to the performance.

Ways to SaveConcession Tickets:Available to students, Equity members, under 18s, the unemployed and senior citizens to certain shows.Group Bookings:A discount of 10% is available for groups of ten or more to certain productions (please check with the Box Office at time of booking). Special rates for schools and groups are available to selected shows; please contact [email protected] for more information.

Terms & ConditionsRefunds & Cancellations: Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded unless an event is cancelled. Should an event be cancelled, you will be offered a full refund.

Latecomers : Latecomer admission is not guaranteed although offered where possible.Children: All children, including infants, must have a ticket for an individual seat to comply with fire regulations.Gift Vouchers Valid for our entire varied and award-winning programme throughout the year including drama, comedy, music, ballet, opera, contemporary dance and children’s theatre, Civic Theatre gift vouchers steal the show when it comes to choice. Gift Vouchers can be purchased from the box office in any denomination from €5, €10, €20, €30, €50 &€100 and do not have an expiry date. Data Protection Policy Once you have booked tickets for the Civic Theatre your details will be held on our database. From time to time, we may send you information about the Civic Theatre and its programme of events. If you don’t wish to receive this information tell us at the time of booking or email [email protected] Civic Theatre has a loop system for people with hearing difficulties, designated seating in the main auditorium, lift, accessible toilet facilities and reserved parking and ramp access to the Theatre for the disabled attending evening and Saturday matinee performances. Please advise the Box Office of your requirements when booking. It is not possible to book wheelchair accessible seating online. Interval BistroA pre-theatre menu is available as well as a full bar service before the show and during the interval. Patrons can pre-order their interval drinks before the performance. The bistro is open daily from 10am - 7.30pm. Ph 01 462 7550

Phone: 01 462 7477 Mail: [email protected] Admin: [email protected] our mailing list for special offers and discounts, visit www.civictheatre.ie

/civictheatretallaght @civictheatre The Civic Theatre is a proud member of Theatre Forum

Booking & Information The Civic Theatre is located in Tallaght at the end of the RED Luas line, at the northside of The Square Shopping Centre and beside South Dublin County Council headquarters and the County Library.

ALADDIN Christmas Panto20th Dec – 3rd Jan

Tickets on Sale from Mon 21st Sept.