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The Goddess of Liberty tells thestory of three women on the edge of the worldand is by turns hilarious, moving and heart-breaking. This is Karen Ardiff’s first play sinceher critically acclaimed debut novel, The Secretof My Face.

Bull Alley Training College presents

A Season of Plays

Sir John Oldcastle attributed to William ShakespeareDirected by Niall JordanWednesday 22nd February - Saturday 3rd March@ 8.15pm

The Rehearsal by George VilliersDirected by Katherine MurphyTuesday 6th – Saturday 10th March @ 8.15pm

The Recruiting Officerby George FarquharDirected by Gerry LeeTuesday 13th – Saturday 17th March @ 8.15pm

No End of Blameby Howard BarkerDirected by Simon ManahanTuesday 20th – Saturday 24th March @ 8.15pm

For more information on each performance pleasevisit www.civictheatre.ie

Barnstorm Theatre Company presents

A Murder of CrowsBy Mike Kenny with Barnstorm TheatreCompany

A Murder of Crows is a dynamic and theatricallyexciting work for children based on the classic taleof Hansel and Gretel. Six actors/ musicians weavea gothic story of two children's journey fromabandonment and fear to ultimate survival, seenfrom the quirky perspective of a chorus of raucousand garrulous crows, whose boisterous antics willdelight children. A play for children aged 8 andolder. Running time: 65 minutes approximately

Jasango Theatre presents

My Brilliant Divorce by Geraldine Aron

This is Jasango Theatre’s first visit to the Civic withGeraldine Aron’s achingly funny My BrilliantDivorce. The comedy explores what life is like forAngela Kennedy-Lipsky, recently dumped by heraccountant husband for a younger model.Rebuilding her life, she finds herself adrift in a seaof weird sexual encounters, sneaky solicitors,phone-in counsellors, a bad case of hypochondriaand impending poverty. Should she fight to keepher husband? Or should she sign the final papersand move on? Fast-paced modern comedy, not tobe missed!

The Millennium Forum Derry presents

Carthaginians By Frank McGuiness Directed by Adrian Dunbar

Frank McGuinness’ Carthaginians has often beenacknowledged as one of the enduring plays tohave emerged from The Troubles. An elegy forBloody Sunday in Derry, it is a tragedy of intensegrief which becomes the unspoken subjectthrough the personal journeys of three womenand three men who camp out in a graveyardawaiting the resurrection of the dead. Dido is theoutsider who brings daily pram-loads of suppliesincluding a script of his own attempt at a Troublesplay, The Burning Balaclava, the comic centrepiecewhich is surrounded by jokes, quizzes and

THEATRE 8pm

Tuesday 21st – Saturday25th February Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 21st February

Main Auditorium

DANCE 8pm

Saturday 18th February Admission €20 & €16concession

Main Auditorium

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DRAMA 8pm

Thursday 29th March @3pm & 8pmFriday 30th March @ 11am Admission €22 & €20concession€18 for groups of 10 or more

Main Auditorium

Wednesday 22ndFebruary – Saturday 24th March Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

CHILDREN 3pm

Saturday 3rd March Admission €10School PerformancesThursday 1st & Friday2nd March @ 10am &12.30pmAdmission €7.50 GroupRate

Main Auditorium

THEATRE 8pm

Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th March Admission €20 & €16concessionInternational Women’sDay 8th March, alltickets €10

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Monday 12th – Saturday 17th March Admission €20 & €16concession Super Saver - €10Tuesday 12th March

Main Auditorium

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encounters which pass the time of waiting.Individual resurrections signal a community, likeCarthage, rising from its ashes.This production commemorates the 40thanniversary of Bloody Sunday and this productionof Carthaginians celebrates the 10th anniversaryof the Millennium Forum.

Schoolbooks in Wallpaper By Ian Perth

Native Tallaght comedian Ian Perth's one manshow takes you on a journey of fun and outrage.From the bizarre period that was 80's Irelandthrough our hilarious Celtic tiger ways to thecomedy of errors that lead to Ireland’s financialmeltdown. His style of charismatic warmth, alongwith his witty observations from the past andpresent, have made him a regular in comedy clubsacross Ireland & the UK. ''Sometimes serious, always hilarious… a star of thefuture ... great show” – Edfringe.com

Second Age Theatre Company presents

Macbeth By William Shakespeare Directed by David Horan

Enter the mind of a dictator…Ireland’s award-winning classics company SecondAge arrives at the Civic Theatre with a productionof one of Shakespeare’s greatest and bloodiestplays, Macbeth.Macbeth promises to be an arresting and headytake on one of the greatest tragedies of all time.Fair is foul and foul is fair in the mind of thisMacbeth from the fateful moment when heencounters the weird Sisters in this Second Ageproduction which marries muscular physicalitywith deep psychological exploration.

COMEDY 8.15pm

Thursday 29th –Saturday 31st March Admission €10

Loose End Studio

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DRAMA 8pm

Tuesday 22nd – Saturday26th November Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 22nd November

Main Auditorium Fairbank Productions present

Tom Crean - Antarctic ExplorerWritten and performed by Aidan Dooley

This multi-award winning and critically acclaimedshow has now played to over a quarter of a millionpeople worldwide and continues to break box-office records wherever it plays.“Aidan Dooley gives a compelling solo performance inthis ripping good yarn about real-life adventurer TomCrean...the charismatic Dooley recounts the rivetingtale of an ordinary man who showed extraordinarycourage.”Robert Dominguez, New York Daily News

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Enchanting and evocative, Mozart’s final operaticmasterpiece TThhee MMaaggiicc FFlluuttee is a lyrical love story,set against an atmospheric backdrop of fantasyand mischief. The Queen of the Night isdetermined to use her only daughter Pamina as apawn in the continuing war with her estrangedhusband, Sarastro. She recruits Tamino, a princeand Papageno, a bird-catcher, to steal herdaughter away from her father. Will Taminosurvive his dangerous quest? Will Papageno findthe woman of his dreams and will love prevail overhate? Mozart’s most popular opera is for all ages,opera aficionados and newcomers alike. Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre with this magical anduplifting opera.The sublime score ripples with irresistible charm;from the stratospheric arias of the Queen of theNight, to the glorious melodies of Papageno, bothreflecting Mozart’s dramatic genius and love forlife.

Ballet Ireland presents

Scheherazade and 1001 ArabianNightsChoreography by Morgann Runacre-Temple

Ballet Ireland presents SScchheehheerraazzaaddee aanndd 11000011AArraabbiiaann nniigghhttss as a new full-length productionbased on the story of The 1001 Nights of whichScheherazade, the legendary Persian princess, isthe storyteller. The Shahriyar, the Sultan of ancientPersia, is enjoying the pleasures andentertainment of his concubines and favouritewife Zobeide. His brother suggests that Zobeide isunfaithful and recommends that they pretend togo on a hunting trip. As soon as the King and hisbrother have departed, the male slaves are freedand there is an orgy within the harem. Zobeidechooses the handsome Golden Slave, and they fall

into a passionate embrace. With the revelry in fullswing, the King returns unexpectedly. Enraged atZobeide's betrayal, he orders that all be killed.After all have perished and only Zobeide remains,the King hesitates. She begs his forgiveness, buteventually realizes the futility of it all. She thenstabs herself, falling at his feet. Here the 1910Ballet ends. In the original text the story continuesand Ballet Ireland takes up the tale. Betrayed byhis former wife, King Shahriyar vows to marry, loveand then behead a new bride each night, never tobe betrayed again. Having murdered thousandsof women, he encounters the beautiful and wiseScheherazade, who pleads to tell a story beforeher impending execution. For 1001 nights, hepostpones her execution, enthralled, as he awaitsher next tale of Sinbad the Sailor, the Genie of theLamp and the Little Hunchback, amongst others.Her enchanting stories bewitch him and he makesher his Queen.

Jackie Johnston Agency presents

Dickie Rock The Civic Theatre is delighted to welcome backone of Ireland’s legendary showband performers,Dickie Rock. He is still as popular as ever after acareer spanning more than 40 years. Following athird RTÉ documentary about Dickie and his placeat the forefront of the Irish showband scene, hisloyal fans throughout the country have beenclamouring for a chance to relive those glory days,so join Dickie for a great night of entertainment.Dickie will also be giving every member of theaudience a complimentary copy of hisautobiography.

Robert C Kelly Presents

Trading Faces Or... Who Gives ATuck?Starring Adele King

‘The show that lifts everything... especially yourspirits!’Fifty-something dowdy Dublin dreamer Eve hasdecided that the answer to a new and exciting lifeis cosmetic surgery – but will a new face, a tighttummy and a ‘trout pout’ really make her dreamscome true? Laugh (if your botox will allow) andcelebrate with Eve as she goes on this hilariousand often touching journey to realise her new lookand discover Who Gives A Tuck..?‘You'll be in stitches – and so will she!’

Bull Alley Training College presents

Henry IV Part Two By William Shakespeare

There is much confusion when the fighting is overbut the royalists defeat the rebels. More fightingensues and once again Sir John Falstaff appearsin the plot encouraging Prince Hal in hisboisterous ways. The rebels are finally defeatedand peace reigns. However, Henry IV dies and Halbecomes King Henry V. Hal realises he mustchange, so becomes a sober and solemn personand banishes Falstaff from the court..

Frankie Gavin & De Dannan - Up Close & Personal TourFrankie Gavin is one of the genuine legends ofIrish music and in September he entered theGuinness World Records as the fastest fiddleplayer in the world. De Dannan have beenresponsible over many years for bringing some ofIreland’s immensely talented traditionalperformers to the world stage. The current bandhas performed everywhere from The White House& US Capitol Building to Beijing Opera House andin addition has performed and recorded with along list of musical luminaries which includes TheRolling Stones. The current De Dannan ensemble is led by FrankieGavin on fiddle, flutes & whistles with Barry Bradyon accordion, Eric Cunningham on percussion,flutes & whistles, Mike Galvin on bouzouki &guitars and Michelle Lally on vocals. “Frankie Gavin and De Dannan are the jewel in thecrown, and as the musicians hit top gear some of thefast reels in particular are mesmerizing” – Carl Dixon, The Irish Examiner, August 2009

David McSavage David McSavage is one of Ireland's most popularcomedians and street entertainers. His cuttingcommentary and performances cover all aspectsof life and nothing is safe from his truth-inducedinterpretations. From The Barman (Mick the Bull)to Father Finnegan to former President MaryRobinson, audiences relate to each character frommany aspects of Irish life. He devised, wrote andstarred in the critically acclaimed six part TV seriesThe Savage Eye on RTÉ. The show was nominatedfor an IFTA award for Best Entertainment Seriesand the third series will be being screened by RTÉin 2012.“McSavage is brilliantly and wickedly funny” – Irish Independent“…the most divisive comedian in the country” -Evening Herald

Dublin Gospel Choir The hand-clapping, foot-stomping Dublin GospelChoir began 2011 with a real sense of purpose aftertheir latest album Doing Their Thing became thefirst gospel album to enter the Top 30 in Ireland.Packed full of true gospel classics and tracks sure tobecome favourites in the future, the Dublin GospelChoir followed up a very successful Irish campaignwith an album release in the UK. Having sold outtheir last performance here in almost record time,Dublin Gospel Choir return to the Civic for a veryspecial concert that not only presents arguablyIreland’s best exponents of gospel music, but alsosome exciting new material that wasn’t performedon their last visit to Tallaght in 2010“A must-see – who’d have thought gospel would bethis cool?” – Irish Times“Gladdens the heart and brings a smile to theface…Uplifting stuff” - Hot Press

Laugh and be amazed at our

Magical Comedy ShowWith a gourmet 3 course dinner

Enjoy an evening of mystery, magic, ventriloquismand fantastic food with award-winning magicianJack Wise who is a top-notch Irish magician whoblends sophisticated comedy with jaw- droppingmagic tricks. His unrivalled experience and sure-fire comedic delivery offers a hilarious trip throughthe shadier side of magic. With his lightning-fasthands and razor-sharp wit this intimate eveningof fun entertainment is served with an excellent 3course dinner from the Interval Bistro. What betterway to celebrate your Christmas night out?Book early as there are only 60 tickets availableper show.

Ireland’s Greatest Voices - TheThree Tenors & Star ViolinistIreland’s hottest trio – Declan Kelly, David Martinand Aled Hall – promise you a night to remember.This thrilling concert is packed with the world’smost beautiful and magical feel-good songs, fromSinatra (My Way), Michael Jackson (Heal TheWorld), Simon & Garfunkel (Bridge Over TroubledWater), Leonard Cohen (Hallelujah) and JosefLocke (Goodbye), to Pavarotti (Nessun Dorma)and Elvis (Love Me Tender / Can’t Help Falling inLove) plus a rousing Irish selection! Currently,the most popular and successful Irish trio, TheThree Tenors will treat you to a fabulous night ofpopular hit songs & laughter.

Centre Stage Theatre Company presents

Little Miss Muffet’s MagicalChristmas Little Miss Muffet’s tuffet is magic and on everyChristmas Day it makes a dream come true, andDitzi Devilola the Dim Witch wants it! When it’sstolen, poor Miss Muffet is in great distress – buthelp is at hand, from the handsome Prince, Jackand Jill, and a very surprising ally! Will DitziDevilola get away with the Magic Tuffet, or can thefriends from Nursery Land stop them in time forChristmas? Perhaps… but then of course… there isalways that spider……!Little Miss Muffet’s Magical Christmas is suitablefor children aged 4-7

We’ve Only Just Begun – TheMusic of the CarpentersStarring Kim Dickinson

They were the biggest-selling group of the 70s. Nofewer than ten of their singles went on to becomemillion-sellers, and by 2005 combined worldwidesales of albums and singles well exceeded 100million units. Yet The Carpenters were much morethan creators of beautifully crafted and hugelysuccessful hit records. Within the space of just afew years their unique and inimitable sound had

brought a new dimension to the world of popularmusic. We’ve Only Just Begun celebrates thefantastic songs of The Carpenters. The sensationalvocals of Kim Dickinson have an uncannyresemblance to Karen Carpenter’s and will takeyou on a musical journey through the wonderfulhit songs of The Carpenters. Authentic costumesand fully live musicianship are trademarks of thisstunning show. Join Kim Dickinson in a trip downmemory lane as we remember the music of theworld’s greatest duo.

The Fureys and Davey Arthur After the Christmas excitement has died down,enjoy an evening of songs, music and stories fromlegends of Irish music, the Fureys & Davey Arthurwho will be making their 7th concert appearancehere in the Civic Theatre. George, Eddie and Daveyhave thrilled audiences around the world for morethan 33 years with guests they have entrertainedincluding Tony Blair, Mary McAleese, formerAustralian Prime Minister John Howard and PopeJohn Paul. Don’t miss yet another one of theirconcerts when you can hear them sing all theirhits including ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You WereSweet 16’, ‘The Green Fields Of France’, ‘The OldMan’, ‘Red Rose Café’, ‘From Clare To Here’, ‘HerFather Didn’t Like Me Anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’,‘Steal Away’ etc.

Frances Black When Nanci Griffith called Frances Black “thesweetest voice of Ireland,” she was paying tribute tosomeone who has been one of Ireland’s best-lovedand most enduring artists since the late ‘80s, witha string of best-selling albums, awards and otheraccolades to her name. Frances signed to DARARecords and the release of her first solo album, Talkto Me, was the number 1 best-selling album inIreland for 10 weeks. She had a massive hit singlewith ‘All The Lies That You Told Me,’ penned by thelate, great Christie Hennessy. Frances released sixmore best-selling solo albums, The Sky Road, TheSmile On Your Face, Don’t Get Me Wrong, HowHigh the Moon, The Best Of Frances Black, andThis Love Will Carry, all of which contain beautifulmelodies and stirring lyrics delivered with passionand feeling. She sings with a conviction and depthof emotion that reflect the inner strength and spiritthat has helped her come through the challengesof her own life. The extent of Frances’ popularityand talent has been reflected in the awards andaccolades that she has received for her albums andlive performances. She has twice been the recipientof one of the highest honours in Irish music, theprestigious Irish Recorded Music Association’sBest Irish Female Award, and was also delighted toreceive a National Entertainment ‘Personality of theYear’ award, as it has always been vitally importantto her to connect with her audiences during aperformance.“There's a unique quality to her voice, a tremblingtimbre that envelopes and involves the listener. Francescontinues to charm more fans with her combination ofsteely grit and femininity.” – Evening Herald

47 Roses With Peter Sheridan

Directed by Maggie Byrne

Peter Sheridan conjures up the voices, sights andsongs of his 1960s childhood in Dublin, in apowerful coming-of-age story, peopled withdeliciously eccentric characters and wonderfullybizarre incidents. By turns brilliantly funny andintensely moving, this remarkable performancepacks a considerable punch – a cultural gem.“Peter Sheridan writes at the crossroads wherehilarity and heartbreak, tenderness and savagerymeet. The people who live there are often cruel, oftenmagnificent, and always, always human. Hecaptures them perfectly.” – Roddy Doyle“He’s funny, he’s self-deprecating, he’s street-wise,he’s naughty…pure theatre’” – Emer O’Kelly,Sunday Independent

Lisa Richards Agency presents

David O'Doherty is Looking Up2008 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, 2010 HotPress Irish Comedian of the Year, 1990 EastLeinster under 14 triple jump bronze medalist,founder member of Destiny's Child, inventor ofthe iPad, star of 2Fast 2Furious, and until recentlyhe always mispronounced the word 'hyperbole'.The number one ranked person called ‘DavidO’Doherty’ on Google returns to the Civic Theatrewith small keyboards/talking.

TENDERFOOTIn September 2011, 42 transition year studentsfrom 7 schools in South County Dublin signed onfor their first day of TENDERFOOT, the CivicTheatre's apprentice theatre programme.Transition year is all about experience – newexperiences and new ways of learning.Apprenticeship is all about learning bydoing. TENDERFOOT offers transition yearstudents interested in theatre an opportunity tolearn about all aspects of the art of theatre in ahands-on way. The plays in theTENDERFOOT programme are written,performed, produced and designed by thestudents under the guidance of theirtutors. TENDERFOOT tutors are all workingtheatre professionals. The work in thisprogramme is the work of young theatre artists –our TENDERFEET. We hope you enjoy their firsttentative steps.TENDERFOOT is funded by The Civic Theatre,South Dublin County Arts Office and The ArtsCouncil’s Young Ensemble Scheme.

Fishamble: The New Play Company presents

The Wheelchair on My Face A look back at a myopic childhoodWritten and performed by Sonya Kelly

“I got my first pair of glasses when I was seven.A nurse came to the school and tested everyone’seyes. And so it was discovered why I’d thrownbread to the floating crisp packets in our localpond and walked into lamp posts andsaid, ‘excuse me.’ Until that day the world was aswirl of moving coloured blobs. I thought it wasthe same for everyone. How wrong I was.” “Part memoir, part theatre and part stand-upcomedy” – Irish IndependentThis delightful story of a myopic seven year old isbrought to you by actor and comedian, SonyaKelly (The Savage Eye). Developed as part of Showin a Bag, an artist development initiative of DublinFringe Festival with Fishamble: The New PlayCompany and Irish Theatre Institute to resourcetheatre makers and actors.“delightfully wacky… hilarious…tight script andengaging performance… terrific.” – Irish Times

Running Time - 55 minutes

Nights on Broadway - the Bee Gees Story The Bee Gees catalogue of hits from the 60s tothe 90s is presented by a full live band featuringsome of Ireland's finest musicians. Whether youfavour the golden era of the 60s, the dance floorhits of the 70s, the comeback hits of the 80s &90s or the string of hits they wrote for variousartists along the way, this show has something toentertain everyone from the novice to the mostdiscerning fan. This show will entertain all BeeGees and music fans alike and ‘You Should BeDancin’ all the way from ‘Massachusetts’ to‘Immortality’...!

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre this Valentine’s Day withthis magical and uplifting opera.

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 29th November Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

BALLET 8pm

Thursday 1st – Saturday 3rd DecemberAdmission €20 & €16Concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Sunday 4th December Admission €22 & €18Concession

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Monday 5th – Wednesday 7th DecemberAdmission €25

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 8th December Admission €20 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DINNER THEATRE 8pm

Monday 12th – Friday16th December Admission €36

Loose End Studio

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 10th December Admission €20

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Friday 9th December Admission €18 & €15concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 29thDecember Admission €25 & €22.50concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 30th December Admission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 17th December Admission €28

Main Auditorium

FAMILY 7pm

Tuesday 20th December Admission €10 School performancesavailable on 19th & 20thDecember

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Tuesday 27th & Wednesday28th DecemberAdmission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Wednesday 4th –Saturday 7th January Admission €20 & €16ConcessionSuper Saver - €10Wednesday 4th

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Saturday 21st January Admission €16

Main Auditorium

YOUTH ARTS

Thursday 26th & Friday27th January 2012 @12pmSaturday 28th January@ 3pm & 8pm Admission €10 & €5concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 10th February Admission €22.50 & €19 concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8.15pm

Thursday 9th – Saturday11th FebruaryAdmission €15

Loose End Studio

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 14th February Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

Tuesday 6th - Saturday10th December Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

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DRAMA 8pm

Tuesday 22nd – Saturday26th November Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 22nd November

Main Auditorium Fairbank Productions present

Tom Crean - Antarctic ExplorerWritten and performed by Aidan Dooley

This multi-award winning and critically acclaimedshow has now played to over a quarter of a millionpeople worldwide and continues to break box-office records wherever it plays.“Aidan Dooley gives a compelling solo performance inthis ripping good yarn about real-life adventurer TomCrean...the charismatic Dooley recounts the rivetingtale of an ordinary man who showed extraordinarycourage.”Robert Dominguez, New York Daily News

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Enchanting and evocative, Mozart’s final operaticmasterpiece The Magic Flute is a lyrical love story,set against an atmospheric backdrop of fantasyand mischief. The Queen of the Night isdetermined to use her only daughter Pamina as apawn in the continuing war with her estrangedhusband, Sarastro. She recruits Tamino, a princeand Papageno, a bird-catcher, to steal herdaughter away from her father. Will Taminosurvive his dangerous quest? Will Papageno findthe woman of his dreams and will love prevail overhate? Mozart’s most popular opera is for all ages,opera aficionados and newcomers alike. Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre with this magical anduplifting opera.The sublime score ripples with irresistible charm;from the stratospheric arias of the Queen of theNight, to the glorious melodies of Papageno, bothreflecting Mozart’s dramatic genius and love forlife.

Ballet Ireland presents

Scheherazade and 1001 ArabianNightsChoreography by Morgann Runacre-Temple

Ballet Ireland presents Scheherazade and 1001Arabian nights as a new full-length productionbased on the story of The 1001 Nights of whichScheherazade, the legendary Persian princess, isthe storyteller. The Shahriyar, the Sultan of ancientPersia, is enjoying the pleasures andentertainment of his concubines and favouritewife Zobeide. His brother suggests that Zobeide isunfaithful and recommends that they pretend togo on a hunting trip. As soon as the King and hisbrother have departed, the male slaves are freedand there is an orgy within the harem. Zobeidechooses the handsome Golden Slave, and they fall

into a passionate embrace. With the revelry in fullswing, the King returns unexpectedly. Enraged atZobeide's betrayal, he orders that all be killed.After all have perished and only Zobeide remains,the King hesitates. She begs his forgiveness, buteventually realizes the futility of it all. She thenstabs herself, falling at his feet. Here the 1910Ballet ends. In the original text the story continuesand Ballet Ireland takes up the tale. Betrayed byhis former wife, King Shahriyar vows to marry, loveand then behead a new bride each night, never tobe betrayed again. Having murdered thousandsof women, he encounters the beautiful and wiseScheherazade, who pleads to tell a story beforeher impending execution. For 1001 nights, hepostpones her execution, enthralled, as he awaitsher next tale of Sinbad the Sailor, the Genie of theLamp and the Little Hunchback, amongst others.Her enchanting stories bewitch him and he makesher his Queen.

Jackie Johnston Agency presents

Dickie Rock The Civic Theatre is delighted to welcome backone of Ireland’s legendary showband performers,DDiicckkiiee RRoocckk. He is still as popular as ever after acareer spanning more than 40 years. Following athird RTÉ documentary about Dickie and his placeat the forefront of the Irish showband scene, hisloyal fans throughout the country have beenclamouring for a chance to relive those glory days,so join Dickie for a great night of entertainment.Dickie will also be giving every member of theaudience a complimentary copy of hisautobiography.

Robert C Kelly Presents

Trading Faces Or... Who Gives ATuck?Starring Adele King

‘The show that lifts everything... especially yourspirits!’Fifty-something dowdy Dublin dreamer Eve hasdecided that the answer to a new and exciting lifeis cosmetic surgery – but will a new face, a tighttummy and a ‘trout pout’ really make her dreamscome true? Laugh (if your botox will allow) andcelebrate with Eve as she goes on this hilariousand often touching journey to realise her new lookand discover Who Gives A Tuck..?‘You'll be in stitches – and so will she!’

Bull Alley Training College presents

Henry IV Part Two By William Shakespeare

There is much confusion when the fighting is overbut the royalists defeat the rebels. More fightingensues and once again Sir John Falstaff appearsin the plot encouraging Prince Hal in hisboisterous ways. The rebels are finally defeatedand peace reigns. However, Henry IV dies and Halbecomes King Henry V. Hal realises he mustchange, so becomes a sober and solemn personand banishes Falstaff from the court..

Frankie Gavin & De Dannan - Up Close & Personal TourFrankie Gavin is one of the genuine legends ofIrish music and in September he entered theGuinness World Records as the fastest fiddleplayer in the world. De Dannan have beenresponsible over many years for bringing some ofIreland’s immensely talented traditionalperformers to the world stage. The current bandhas performed everywhere from The White House& US Capitol Building to Beijing Opera House andin addition has performed and recorded with along list of musical luminaries which includes TheRolling Stones. The current De Dannan ensemble is led by FrankieGavin on fiddle, flutes & whistles with Barry Bradyon accordion, Eric Cunningham on percussion,flutes & whistles, Mike Galvin on bouzouki &guitars and Michelle Lally on vocals. “Frankie Gavin and De Dannan are the jewel in thecrown, and as the musicians hit top gear some of thefast reels in particular are mesmerizing” – Carl Dixon, The Irish Examiner, August 2009

David McSavage David McSavage is one of Ireland's most popularcomedians and street entertainers. His cuttingcommentary and performances cover all aspectsof life and nothing is safe from his truth-inducedinterpretations. From The Barman (Mick the Bull)to Father Finnegan to former President MaryRobinson, audiences relate to each character frommany aspects of Irish life. He devised, wrote andstarred in the critically acclaimed six part TV seriesThe Savage Eye on RTÉ. The show was nominatedfor an IFTA award for Best Entertainment Seriesand the third series will be being screened by RTÉin 2012.“McSavage is brilliantly and wickedly funny” – Irish Independent“…the most divisive comedian in the country” -Evening Herald

Dublin Gospel Choir The hand-clapping, foot-stomping Dublin GospelChoir began 2011 with a real sense of purpose aftertheir latest album Doing Their Thing became thefirst gospel album to enter the Top 30 in Ireland.Packed full of true gospel classics and tracks sure tobecome favourites in the future, the Dublin GospelChoir followed up a very successful Irish campaignwith an album release in the UK. Having sold outtheir last performance here in almost record time,Dublin Gospel Choir return to the Civic for a veryspecial concert that not only presents arguablyIreland’s best exponents of gospel music, but alsosome exciting new material that wasn’t performedon their last visit to Tallaght in 2010“A must-see – who’d have thought gospel would bethis cool?” – Irish Times“Gladdens the heart and brings a smile to theface…Uplifting stuff” - Hot Press

Laugh and be amazed at our

Magical Comedy ShowWith a gourmet 3 course dinner

Enjoy an evening of mystery, magic, ventriloquismand fantastic food with award-winning magicianJack Wise who is a top-notch Irish magician whoblends sophisticated comedy with jaw- droppingmagic tricks. His unrivalled experience and sure-fire comedic delivery offers a hilarious trip throughthe shadier side of magic. With his lightning-fasthands and razor-sharp wit this intimate eveningof fun entertainment is served with an excellent 3course dinner from the Interval Bistro. What betterway to celebrate your Christmas night out?Book early as there are only 60 tickets availableper show.

Ireland’s Greatest Voices - TheThree Tenors & Star ViolinistIreland’s hottest trio – Declan Kelly, David Martinand Aled Hall – promise you a night to remember.This thrilling concert is packed with the world’smost beautiful and magical feel-good songs, fromSinatra (My Way), Michael Jackson (Heal TheWorld), Simon & Garfunkel (Bridge Over TroubledWater), Leonard Cohen (Hallelujah) and JosefLocke (Goodbye), to Pavarotti (Nessun Dorma)and Elvis (Love Me Tender / Can’t Help Falling inLove) plus a rousing Irish selection! Currently,the most popular and successful Irish trio, TheThree Tenors will treat you to a fabulous night ofpopular hit songs & laughter.

Centre Stage Theatre Company presents

Little Miss Muffet’s MagicalChristmas Little Miss Muffet’s tuffet is magic and on everyChristmas Day it makes a dream come true, andDitzi Devilola the Dim Witch wants it! When it’sstolen, poor Miss Muffet is in great distress – buthelp is at hand, from the handsome Prince, Jackand Jill, and a very surprising ally! Will DitziDevilola get away with the Magic Tuffet, or can thefriends from Nursery Land stop them in time forChristmas? Perhaps… but then of course… there isalways that spider……!Little Miss Muffet’s Magical Christmas is suitablefor children aged 4-7

We’ve Only Just Begun – TheMusic of the CarpentersStarring Kim Dickinson

They were the biggest-selling group of the 70s. Nofewer than ten of their singles went on to becomemillion-sellers, and by 2005 combined worldwidesales of albums and singles well exceeded 100million units. Yet The Carpenters were much morethan creators of beautifully crafted and hugelysuccessful hit records. Within the space of just afew years their unique and inimitable sound had

brought a new dimension to the world of popularmusic. We’ve Only Just Begun celebrates thefantastic songs of The Carpenters. The sensationalvocals of Kim Dickinson have an uncannyresemblance to Karen Carpenter’s and will takeyou on a musical journey through the wonderfulhit songs of The Carpenters. Authentic costumesand fully live musicianship are trademarks of thisstunning show. Join Kim Dickinson in a trip downmemory lane as we remember the music of theworld’s greatest duo.

The Fureys and Davey Arthur After the Christmas excitement has died down,enjoy an evening of songs, music and stories fromlegends of Irish music, the Fureys & Davey Arthurwho will be making their 7th concert appearancehere in the Civic Theatre. George, Eddie and Daveyhave thrilled audiences around the world for morethan 33 years with guests they have entrertainedincluding Tony Blair, Mary McAleese, formerAustralian Prime Minister John Howard and PopeJohn Paul. Don’t miss yet another one of theirconcerts when you can hear them sing all theirhits including ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You WereSweet 16’, ‘The Green Fields Of France’, ‘The OldMan’, ‘Red Rose Café’, ‘From Clare To Here’, ‘HerFather Didn’t Like Me Anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’,‘Steal Away’ etc.

Frances Black When Nanci Griffith called Frances Black “thesweetest voice of Ireland,” she was paying tribute tosomeone who has been one of Ireland’s best-lovedand most enduring artists since the late ‘80s, witha string of best-selling albums, awards and otheraccolades to her name. Frances signed to DARARecords and the release of her first solo album, Talkto Me, was the number 1 best-selling album inIreland for 10 weeks. She had a massive hit singlewith ‘All The Lies That You Told Me,’ penned by thelate, great Christie Hennessy. Frances released sixmore best-selling solo albums, The Sky Road, TheSmile On Your Face, Don’t Get Me Wrong, HowHigh the Moon, The Best Of Frances Black, andThis Love Will Carry, all of which contain beautifulmelodies and stirring lyrics delivered with passionand feeling. She sings with a conviction and depthof emotion that reflect the inner strength and spiritthat has helped her come through the challengesof her own life. The extent of Frances’ popularityand talent has been reflected in the awards andaccolades that she has received for her albums andlive performances. She has twice been the recipientof one of the highest honours in Irish music, theprestigious Irish Recorded Music Association’sBest Irish Female Award, and was also delighted toreceive a National Entertainment ‘Personality of theYear’ award, as it has always been vitally importantto her to connect with her audiences during aperformance.“There's a unique quality to her voice, a tremblingtimbre that envelopes and involves the listener. Francescontinues to charm more fans with her combination ofsteely grit and femininity.” – Evening Herald

47 Roses With Peter Sheridan

Directed by Maggie Byrne

Peter Sheridan conjures up the voices, sights andsongs of his 1960s childhood in Dublin, in apowerful coming-of-age story, peopled withdeliciously eccentric characters and wonderfullybizarre incidents. By turns brilliantly funny andintensely moving, this remarkable performancepacks a considerable punch – a cultural gem.“Peter Sheridan writes at the crossroads wherehilarity and heartbreak, tenderness and savagerymeet. The people who live there are often cruel, oftenmagnificent, and always, always human. Hecaptures them perfectly.” – Roddy Doyle“He’s funny, he’s self-deprecating, he’s street-wise,he’s naughty…pure theatre’” – Emer O’Kelly,Sunday Independent

Lisa Richards Agency presents

David O'Doherty is Looking Up2008 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, 2010 HotPress Irish Comedian of the Year, 1990 EastLeinster under 14 triple jump bronze medalist,founder member of Destiny's Child, inventor ofthe iPad, star of 2Fast 2Furious, and until recentlyhe always mispronounced the word 'hyperbole'.The number one ranked person called ‘DavidO’Doherty’ on Google returns to the Civic Theatrewith small keyboards/talking.

TENDERFOOTIn September 2011, 42 transition year studentsfrom 7 schools in South County Dublin signed onfor their first day of TENDERFOOT, the CivicTheatre's apprentice theatre programme.Transition year is all about experience – newexperiences and new ways of learning.Apprenticeship is all about learning bydoing. TENDERFOOT offers transition yearstudents interested in theatre an opportunity tolearn about all aspects of the art of theatre in ahands-on way. The plays in theTENDERFOOT programme are written,performed, produced and designed by thestudents under the guidance of theirtutors. TENDERFOOT tutors are all workingtheatre professionals. The work in thisprogramme is the work of young theatre artists –our TENDERFEET. We hope you enjoy their firsttentative steps.TENDERFOOT is funded by The Civic Theatre,South Dublin County Arts Office and The ArtsCouncil’s Young Ensemble Scheme.

Fishamble: The New Play Company presents

The Wheelchair on My Face A look back at a myopic childhoodWritten and performed by Sonya Kelly

“I got my first pair of glasses when I was seven.A nurse came to the school and tested everyone’seyes. And so it was discovered why I’d thrownbread to the floating crisp packets in our localpond and walked into lamp posts andsaid, ‘excuse me.’ Until that day the world was aswirl of moving coloured blobs. I thought it wasthe same for everyone. How wrong I was.” “Part memoir, part theatre and part stand-upcomedy” – Irish IndependentThis delightful story of a myopic seven year old isbrought to you by actor and comedian, SonyaKelly (The Savage Eye). Developed as part of Showin a Bag, an artist development initiative of DublinFringe Festival with Fishamble: The New PlayCompany and Irish Theatre Institute to resourcetheatre makers and actors.“delightfully wacky… hilarious…tight script andengaging performance… terrific.” – Irish Times

Running Time - 55 minutes

Nights on Broadway - the Bee Gees Story The Bee Gees catalogue of hits from the 60s tothe 90s is presented by a full live band featuringsome of Ireland's finest musicians. Whether youfavour the golden era of the 60s, the dance floorhits of the 70s, the comeback hits of the 80s &90s or the string of hits they wrote for variousartists along the way, this show has something toentertain everyone from the novice to the mostdiscerning fan. This show will entertain all BeeGees and music fans alike and ‘You Should BeDancin’ all the way from ‘Massachusetts’ to‘Immortality’...!

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre this Valentine’s Day withthis magical and uplifting opera.

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 29th November Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

BALLET 8pm

Thursday 1st – Saturday 3rd DecemberAdmission €20 & €16Concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Sunday 4th December Admission €22 & €18Concession

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Monday 5th – Wednesday 7th DecemberAdmission €25

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 8th December Admission €20 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DINNER THEATRE 8pm

Monday 12th – Friday16th December Admission €36

Loose End Studio

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 10th December Admission €20

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Friday 9th December Admission €18 & €15concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 29thDecember Admission €25 & €22.50concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 30th December Admission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 17th December Admission €28

Main Auditorium

FAMILY 7pm

Tuesday 20th December Admission €10 School performancesavailable on 19th & 20thDecember

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Tuesday 27th & Wednesday28th DecemberAdmission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Wednesday 4th –Saturday 7th January Admission €20 & €16ConcessionSuper Saver - €10Wednesday 4th

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Saturday 21st January Admission €16

Main Auditorium

YOUTH ARTS

Thursday 26th & Friday27th January 2012 @12pmSaturday 28th January@ 3pm & 8pm Admission €10 & €5concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 10th February Admission €22.50 & €19 concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8.15pm

Thursday 9th – Saturday11th FebruaryAdmission €15

Loose End Studio

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 14th February Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

Tuesday 6th - Saturday10th December Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

C i v i c T h ea t r e D e c e m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

DRAMA 8pm

Tuesday 22nd – Saturday26th November Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 22nd November

Main Auditorium Fairbank Productions present

Tom Crean - Antarctic ExplorerWritten and performed by Aidan Dooley

This multi-award winning and critically acclaimedshow has now played to over a quarter of a millionpeople worldwide and continues to break box-office records wherever it plays.“Aidan Dooley gives a compelling solo performance inthis ripping good yarn about real-life adventurer TomCrean...the charismatic Dooley recounts the rivetingtale of an ordinary man who showed extraordinarycourage.”Robert Dominguez, New York Daily News

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Enchanting and evocative, Mozart’s final operaticmasterpiece The Magic Flute is a lyrical love story,set against an atmospheric backdrop of fantasyand mischief. The Queen of the Night isdetermined to use her only daughter Pamina as apawn in the continuing war with her estrangedhusband, Sarastro. She recruits Tamino, a princeand Papageno, a bird-catcher, to steal herdaughter away from her father. Will Taminosurvive his dangerous quest? Will Papageno findthe woman of his dreams and will love prevail overhate? Mozart’s most popular opera is for all ages,opera aficionados and newcomers alike. Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre with this magical anduplifting opera.The sublime score ripples with irresistible charm;from the stratospheric arias of the Queen of theNight, to the glorious melodies of Papageno, bothreflecting Mozart’s dramatic genius and love forlife.

Ballet Ireland presents

Scheherazade and 1001 ArabianNightsChoreography by Morgann Runacre-Temple

Ballet Ireland presents Scheherazade and 1001Arabian nights as a new full-length productionbased on the story of The 1001 Nights of whichScheherazade, the legendary Persian princess, isthe storyteller. The Shahriyar, the Sultan of ancientPersia, is enjoying the pleasures andentertainment of his concubines and favouritewife Zobeide. His brother suggests that Zobeide isunfaithful and recommends that they pretend togo on a hunting trip. As soon as the King and hisbrother have departed, the male slaves are freedand there is an orgy within the harem. Zobeidechooses the handsome Golden Slave, and they fall

into a passionate embrace. With the revelry in fullswing, the King returns unexpectedly. Enraged atZobeide's betrayal, he orders that all be killed.After all have perished and only Zobeide remains,the King hesitates. She begs his forgiveness, buteventually realizes the futility of it all. She thenstabs herself, falling at his feet. Here the 1910Ballet ends. In the original text the story continuesand Ballet Ireland takes up the tale. Betrayed byhis former wife, King Shahriyar vows to marry, loveand then behead a new bride each night, never tobe betrayed again. Having murdered thousandsof women, he encounters the beautiful and wiseScheherazade, who pleads to tell a story beforeher impending execution. For 1001 nights, hepostpones her execution, enthralled, as he awaitsher next tale of Sinbad the Sailor, the Genie of theLamp and the Little Hunchback, amongst others.Her enchanting stories bewitch him and he makesher his Queen.

Jackie Johnston Agency presents

Dickie Rock The Civic Theatre is delighted to welcome backone of Ireland’s legendary showband performers,Dickie Rock. He is still as popular as ever after acareer spanning more than 40 years. Following athird RTÉ documentary about Dickie and his placeat the forefront of the Irish showband scene, hisloyal fans throughout the country have beenclamouring for a chance to relive those glory days,so join Dickie for a great night of entertainment.Dickie will also be giving every member of theaudience a complimentary copy of hisautobiography.

Robert C Kelly Presents

Trading Faces Or... Who Gives ATuck?Starring Adele King

‘The show that lifts everything... especially yourspirits!’Fifty-something dowdy Dublin dreamer Eve hasdecided that the answer to a new and exciting lifeis cosmetic surgery – but will a new face, a tighttummy and a ‘trout pout’ really make her dreamscome true? Laugh (if your botox will allow) andcelebrate with Eve as she goes on this hilariousand often touching journey to realise her new lookand discover Who Gives A Tuck..?‘You'll be in stitches – and so will she!’

Bull Alley Training College presents

Henry IV Part Two By William Shakespeare

There is much confusion when the fighting is overbut the royalists defeat the rebels. More fightingensues and once again Sir John Falstaff appearsin the plot encouraging Prince Hal in hisboisterous ways. The rebels are finally defeatedand peace reigns. However, Henry IV dies and Halbecomes King Henry V. Hal realises he mustchange, so becomes a sober and solemn personand banishes Falstaff from the court..

Frankie Gavin & De Dannan - Up Close & Personal TourFFrraannkkiiee GGaavviinn is one of the genuine legends ofIrish music and in September he entered theGuinness World Records as the fastest fiddleplayer in the world. DDee DDaannnnaann have beenresponsible over many years for bringing some ofIreland’s immensely talented traditionalperformers to the world stage. The current bandhas performed everywhere from The White House& US Capitol Building to Beijing Opera House andin addition has performed and recorded with along list of musical luminaries which includes TheRolling Stones. The current DDee DDaannnnaann ensemble is led by FFrraannkkiieeGGaavviinn on fiddle, flutes & whistles with BBaarrrryy BBrraaddyyon accordion, EErriicc CCuunnnniinngghhaamm on percussion,flutes & whistles, MMiikkee GGaallvviinn on bouzouki &guitars and MMiicchheellllee LLaallllyy on vocals. “Frankie Gavin and De Dannan are the jewel in thecrown, and as the musicians hit top gear some of thefast reels in particular are mesmerizing” – Carl Dixon, The Irish Examiner, August 2009

David McSavage DDaavviidd MMccSSaavvaaggee is one of Ireland's most popularcomedians and street entertainers. His cuttingcommentary and performances cover all aspectsof life and nothing is safe from his truth-inducedinterpretations. From The Barman (Mick the Bull)to Father Finnegan to former President MaryRobinson, audiences relate to each character frommany aspects of Irish life. He devised, wrote andstarred in the critically acclaimed six part TV seriesTThhee SSaavvaaggee EEyyee on RTÉ. The show was nominatedfor an IFTA award for Best Entertainment Seriesand the third series will be being screened by RTÉin 2012.“McSavage is brilliantly and wickedly funny” – Irish Independent“…the most divisive comedian in the country” -Evening Herald

Dublin Gospel Choir The hand-clapping, foot-stomping DDuubblliinn GGoossppeellCChhooiirr began 2011 with a real sense of purpose aftertheir latest album Doing Their Thing became thefirst gospel album to enter the Top 30 in Ireland.Packed full of true gospel classics and tracks sure tobecome favourites in the future, the DDuubblliinn GGoossppeellCChhooiirr followed up a very successful Irish campaignwith an album release in the UK. Having sold outtheir last performance here in almost record time,DDuubblliinn GGoossppeell CChhooiirr return to the Civic for a veryspecial concert that not only presents arguablyIreland’s best exponents of gospel music, but alsosome exciting new material that wasn’t performedon their last visit to Tallaght in 2010“A must-see – who’d have thought gospel would bethis cool?” – Irish Times“Gladdens the heart and brings a smile to theface…Uplifting stuff” - Hot Press

Laugh and be amazed at our

Magical Comedy ShowWith a gourmet 3 course dinner

Enjoy an evening of mystery, magic, ventriloquismand fantastic food with award-winning magicianJack Wise who is a top-notch Irish magician whoblends sophisticated comedy with jaw- droppingmagic tricks. His unrivalled experience and sure-fire comedic delivery offers a hilarious trip throughthe shadier side of magic. With his lightning-fasthands and razor-sharp wit this intimate eveningof fun entertainment is served with an excellent 3course dinner from the Interval Bistro. What betterway to celebrate your Christmas night out?Book early as there are only 60 tickets availableper show.

Ireland’s Greatest Voices - TheThree Tenors & Star ViolinistIreland’s hottest trio – Declan Kelly, David Martinand Aled Hall – promise you a night to remember.This thrilling concert is packed with the world’smost beautiful and magical feel-good songs, fromSinatra (My Way), Michael Jackson (Heal TheWorld), Simon & Garfunkel (Bridge Over TroubledWater), Leonard Cohen (Hallelujah) and JosefLocke (Goodbye), to Pavarotti (Nessun Dorma)and Elvis (Love Me Tender / Can’t Help Falling inLove) plus a rousing Irish selection! Currently,the most popular and successful Irish trio, TheThree Tenors will treat you to a fabulous night ofpopular hit songs & laughter.

Centre Stage Theatre Company presents

Little Miss Muffet’s MagicalChristmas Little Miss Muffet’s tuffet is magic and on everyChristmas Day it makes a dream come true, andDitzi Devilola the Dim Witch wants it! When it’sstolen, poor Miss Muffet is in great distress – buthelp is at hand, from the handsome Prince, Jackand Jill, and a very surprising ally! Will DitziDevilola get away with the Magic Tuffet, or can thefriends from Nursery Land stop them in time forChristmas? Perhaps… but then of course… there isalways that spider……!Little Miss Muffet’s Magical Christmas is suitablefor children aged 4-7

We’ve Only Just Begun – TheMusic of the CarpentersStarring Kim Dickinson

They were the biggest-selling group of the 70s. Nofewer than ten of their singles went on to becomemillion-sellers, and by 2005 combined worldwidesales of albums and singles well exceeded 100million units. Yet The Carpenters were much morethan creators of beautifully crafted and hugelysuccessful hit records. Within the space of just afew years their unique and inimitable sound had

brought a new dimension to the world of popularmusic. We’ve Only Just Begun celebrates thefantastic songs of The Carpenters. The sensationalvocals of Kim Dickinson have an uncannyresemblance to Karen Carpenter’s and will takeyou on a musical journey through the wonderfulhit songs of The Carpenters. Authentic costumesand fully live musicianship are trademarks of thisstunning show. Join Kim Dickinson in a trip downmemory lane as we remember the music of theworld’s greatest duo.

The Fureys and Davey Arthur After the Christmas excitement has died down,enjoy an evening of songs, music and stories fromlegends of Irish music, the Fureys & Davey Arthurwho will be making their 7th concert appearancehere in the Civic Theatre. George, Eddie and Daveyhave thrilled audiences around the world for morethan 33 years with guests they have entrertainedincluding Tony Blair, Mary McAleese, formerAustralian Prime Minister John Howard and PopeJohn Paul. Don’t miss yet another one of theirconcerts when you can hear them sing all theirhits including ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You WereSweet 16’, ‘The Green Fields Of France’, ‘The OldMan’, ‘Red Rose Café’, ‘From Clare To Here’, ‘HerFather Didn’t Like Me Anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’,‘Steal Away’ etc.

Frances Black When Nanci Griffith called Frances Black “thesweetest voice of Ireland,” she was paying tribute tosomeone who has been one of Ireland’s best-lovedand most enduring artists since the late ‘80s, witha string of best-selling albums, awards and otheraccolades to her name. Frances signed to DARARecords and the release of her first solo album, Talkto Me, was the number 1 best-selling album inIreland for 10 weeks. She had a massive hit singlewith ‘All The Lies That You Told Me,’ penned by thelate, great Christie Hennessy. Frances released sixmore best-selling solo albums, The Sky Road, TheSmile On Your Face, Don’t Get Me Wrong, HowHigh the Moon, The Best Of Frances Black, andThis Love Will Carry, all of which contain beautifulmelodies and stirring lyrics delivered with passionand feeling. She sings with a conviction and depthof emotion that reflect the inner strength and spiritthat has helped her come through the challengesof her own life. The extent of Frances’ popularityand talent has been reflected in the awards andaccolades that she has received for her albums andlive performances. She has twice been the recipientof one of the highest honours in Irish music, theprestigious Irish Recorded Music Association’sBest Irish Female Award, and was also delighted toreceive a National Entertainment ‘Personality of theYear’ award, as it has always been vitally importantto her to connect with her audiences during aperformance.“There's a unique quality to her voice, a tremblingtimbre that envelopes and involves the listener. Francescontinues to charm more fans with her combination ofsteely grit and femininity.” – Evening Herald

47 Roses With Peter Sheridan

Directed by Maggie Byrne

Peter Sheridan conjures up the voices, sights andsongs of his 1960s childhood in Dublin, in apowerful coming-of-age story, peopled withdeliciously eccentric characters and wonderfullybizarre incidents. By turns brilliantly funny andintensely moving, this remarkable performancepacks a considerable punch – a cultural gem.“Peter Sheridan writes at the crossroads wherehilarity and heartbreak, tenderness and savagerymeet. The people who live there are often cruel, oftenmagnificent, and always, always human. Hecaptures them perfectly.” – Roddy Doyle“He’s funny, he’s self-deprecating, he’s street-wise,he’s naughty…pure theatre’” – Emer O’Kelly,Sunday Independent

Lisa Richards Agency presents

David O'Doherty is Looking Up2008 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, 2010 HotPress Irish Comedian of the Year, 1990 EastLeinster under 14 triple jump bronze medalist,founder member of Destiny's Child, inventor ofthe iPad, star of 2Fast 2Furious, and until recentlyhe always mispronounced the word 'hyperbole'.The number one ranked person called ‘DavidO’Doherty’ on Google returns to the Civic Theatrewith small keyboards/talking.

TENDERFOOTIn September 2011, 42 transition year studentsfrom 7 schools in South County Dublin signed onfor their first day of TENDERFOOT, the CivicTheatre's apprentice theatre programme.Transition year is all about experience – newexperiences and new ways of learning.Apprenticeship is all about learning bydoing. TENDERFOOT offers transition yearstudents interested in theatre an opportunity tolearn about all aspects of the art of theatre in ahands-on way. The plays in theTENDERFOOT programme are written,performed, produced and designed by thestudents under the guidance of theirtutors. TENDERFOOT tutors are all workingtheatre professionals. The work in thisprogramme is the work of young theatre artists –our TENDERFEET. We hope you enjoy their firsttentative steps.TENDERFOOT is funded by The Civic Theatre,South Dublin County Arts Office and The ArtsCouncil’s Young Ensemble Scheme.

Fishamble: The New Play Company presents

The Wheelchair on My Face A look back at a myopic childhoodWritten and performed by Sonya Kelly

“I got my first pair of glasses when I was seven.A nurse came to the school and tested everyone’seyes. And so it was discovered why I’d thrownbread to the floating crisp packets in our localpond and walked into lamp posts andsaid, ‘excuse me.’ Until that day the world was aswirl of moving coloured blobs. I thought it wasthe same for everyone. How wrong I was.” “Part memoir, part theatre and part stand-upcomedy” – Irish IndependentThis delightful story of a myopic seven year old isbrought to you by actor and comedian, SonyaKelly (The Savage Eye). Developed as part of Showin a Bag, an artist development initiative of DublinFringe Festival with Fishamble: The New PlayCompany and Irish Theatre Institute to resourcetheatre makers and actors.“delightfully wacky… hilarious…tight script andengaging performance… terrific.” – Irish Times

Running Time - 55 minutes

Nights on Broadway - the Bee Gees Story The Bee Gees catalogue of hits from the 60s tothe 90s is presented by a full live band featuringsome of Ireland's finest musicians. Whether youfavour the golden era of the 60s, the dance floorhits of the 70s, the comeback hits of the 80s &90s or the string of hits they wrote for variousartists along the way, this show has something toentertain everyone from the novice to the mostdiscerning fan. This show will entertain all BeeGees and music fans alike and ‘You Should BeDancin’ all the way from ‘Massachusetts’ to‘Immortality’...!

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre this Valentine’s Day withthis magical and uplifting opera.

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 29th November Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

BALLET 8pm

Thursday 1st – Saturday 3rd DecemberAdmission €20 & €16Concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Sunday 4th December Admission €22 & €18Concession

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Monday 5th – Wednesday 7th DecemberAdmission €25

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 8th December Admission €20 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DINNER THEATRE 8pm

Monday 12th – Friday16th December Admission €36

Loose End Studio

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 10th December Admission €20

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Friday 9th December Admission €18 & €15concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 29thDecember Admission €25 & €22.50concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 30th December Admission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 17th December Admission €28

Main Auditorium

FAMILY 7pm

Tuesday 20th December Admission €10 School performancesavailable on 19th & 20thDecember

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Tuesday 27th & Wednesday28th DecemberAdmission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Wednesday 4th –Saturday 7th January Admission €20 & €16ConcessionSuper Saver - €10Wednesday 4th

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Saturday 21st January Admission €16

Main Auditorium

YOUTH ARTS

Thursday 26th & Friday27th January 2012 @12pmSaturday 28th January@ 3pm & 8pm Admission €10 & €5concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 10th February Admission €22.50 & €19 concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8.15pm

Thursday 9th – Saturday11th FebruaryAdmission €15

Loose End Studio

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 14th February Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

Tuesday 6th - Saturday10th December Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

DRAMA 8pm

Tuesday 22nd – Saturday26th November Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 22nd November

Main Auditorium Fairbank Productions present

Tom Crean - Antarctic ExplorerWritten and performed by Aidan Dooley

This multi-award winning and critically acclaimedshow has now played to over a quarter of a millionpeople worldwide and continues to break box-office records wherever it plays.“Aidan Dooley gives a compelling solo performance inthis ripping good yarn about real-life adventurer TomCrean...the charismatic Dooley recounts the rivetingtale of an ordinary man who showed extraordinarycourage.”Robert Dominguez, New York Daily News

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Enchanting and evocative, Mozart’s final operaticmasterpiece The Magic Flute is a lyrical love story,set against an atmospheric backdrop of fantasyand mischief. The Queen of the Night isdetermined to use her only daughter Pamina as apawn in the continuing war with her estrangedhusband, Sarastro. She recruits Tamino, a princeand Papageno, a bird-catcher, to steal herdaughter away from her father. Will Taminosurvive his dangerous quest? Will Papageno findthe woman of his dreams and will love prevail overhate? Mozart’s most popular opera is for all ages,opera aficionados and newcomers alike. Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre with this magical anduplifting opera.The sublime score ripples with irresistible charm;from the stratospheric arias of the Queen of theNight, to the glorious melodies of Papageno, bothreflecting Mozart’s dramatic genius and love forlife.

Ballet Ireland presents

Scheherazade and 1001 ArabianNightsChoreography by Morgann Runacre-Temple

Ballet Ireland presents Scheherazade and 1001Arabian nights as a new full-length productionbased on the story of The 1001 Nights of whichScheherazade, the legendary Persian princess, isthe storyteller. The Shahriyar, the Sultan of ancientPersia, is enjoying the pleasures andentertainment of his concubines and favouritewife Zobeide. His brother suggests that Zobeide isunfaithful and recommends that they pretend togo on a hunting trip. As soon as the King and hisbrother have departed, the male slaves are freedand there is an orgy within the harem. Zobeidechooses the handsome Golden Slave, and they fall

into a passionate embrace. With the revelry in fullswing, the King returns unexpectedly. Enraged atZobeide's betrayal, he orders that all be killed.After all have perished and only Zobeide remains,the King hesitates. She begs his forgiveness, buteventually realizes the futility of it all. She thenstabs herself, falling at his feet. Here the 1910Ballet ends. In the original text the story continuesand Ballet Ireland takes up the tale. Betrayed byhis former wife, King Shahriyar vows to marry, loveand then behead a new bride each night, never tobe betrayed again. Having murdered thousandsof women, he encounters the beautiful and wiseScheherazade, who pleads to tell a story beforeher impending execution. For 1001 nights, hepostpones her execution, enthralled, as he awaitsher next tale of Sinbad the Sailor, the Genie of theLamp and the Little Hunchback, amongst others.Her enchanting stories bewitch him and he makesher his Queen.

Jackie Johnston Agency presents

Dickie Rock The Civic Theatre is delighted to welcome backone of Ireland’s legendary showband performers,Dickie Rock. He is still as popular as ever after acareer spanning more than 40 years. Following athird RTÉ documentary about Dickie and his placeat the forefront of the Irish showband scene, hisloyal fans throughout the country have beenclamouring for a chance to relive those glory days,so join Dickie for a great night of entertainment.Dickie will also be giving every member of theaudience a complimentary copy of hisautobiography.

Robert C Kelly Presents

Trading Faces Or... Who Gives ATuck?Starring Adele King

‘The show that lifts everything... especially yourspirits!’Fifty-something dowdy Dublin dreamer Eve hasdecided that the answer to a new and exciting lifeis cosmetic surgery – but will a new face, a tighttummy and a ‘trout pout’ really make her dreamscome true? Laugh (if your botox will allow) andcelebrate with Eve as she goes on this hilariousand often touching journey to realise her new lookand discover Who Gives A Tuck..?‘You'll be in stitches – and so will she!’

Bull Alley Training College presents

Henry IV Part Two By William Shakespeare

There is much confusion when the fighting is overbut the royalists defeat the rebels. More fightingensues and once again Sir John Falstaff appearsin the plot encouraging Prince Hal in hisboisterous ways. The rebels are finally defeatedand peace reigns. However, Henry IV dies and Halbecomes King Henry V. Hal realises he mustchange, so becomes a sober and solemn personand banishes Falstaff from the court..

Frankie Gavin & De Dannan - Up Close & Personal TourFrankie Gavin is one of the genuine legends ofIrish music and in September he entered theGuinness World Records as the fastest fiddleplayer in the world. De Dannan have beenresponsible over many years for bringing some ofIreland’s immensely talented traditionalperformers to the world stage. The current bandhas performed everywhere from The White House& US Capitol Building to Beijing Opera House andin addition has performed and recorded with along list of musical luminaries which includes TheRolling Stones. The current De Dannan ensemble is led by FrankieGavin on fiddle, flutes & whistles with Barry Bradyon accordion, Eric Cunningham on percussion,flutes & whistles, Mike Galvin on bouzouki &guitars and Michelle Lally on vocals. “Frankie Gavin and De Dannan are the jewel in thecrown, and as the musicians hit top gear some of thefast reels in particular are mesmerizing” – Carl Dixon, The Irish Examiner, August 2009

David McSavage David McSavage is one of Ireland's most popularcomedians and street entertainers. His cuttingcommentary and performances cover all aspectsof life and nothing is safe from his truth-inducedinterpretations. From The Barman (Mick the Bull)to Father Finnegan to former President MaryRobinson, audiences relate to each character frommany aspects of Irish life. He devised, wrote andstarred in the critically acclaimed six part TV seriesThe Savage Eye on RTÉ. The show was nominatedfor an IFTA award for Best Entertainment Seriesand the third series will be being screened by RTÉin 2012.“McSavage is brilliantly and wickedly funny” – Irish Independent“…the most divisive comedian in the country” -Evening Herald

Dublin Gospel Choir The hand-clapping, foot-stomping Dublin GospelChoir began 2011 with a real sense of purpose aftertheir latest album Doing Their Thing became thefirst gospel album to enter the Top 30 in Ireland.Packed full of true gospel classics and tracks sure tobecome favourites in the future, the Dublin GospelChoir followed up a very successful Irish campaignwith an album release in the UK. Having sold outtheir last performance here in almost record time,Dublin Gospel Choir return to the Civic for a veryspecial concert that not only presents arguablyIreland’s best exponents of gospel music, but alsosome exciting new material that wasn’t performedon their last visit to Tallaght in 2010“A must-see – who’d have thought gospel would bethis cool?” – Irish Times“Gladdens the heart and brings a smile to theface…Uplifting stuff” - Hot Press

Laugh and be amazed at our

Magical Comedy ShowWith a gourmet 3 course dinner

Enjoy an evening of mystery, magic, ventriloquismand fantastic food with award-winning magicianJJaacckk WWiissee who is a top-notch Irish magician whoblends sophisticated comedy with jaw- droppingmagic tricks. His unrivalled experience and sure-fire comedic delivery offers a hilarious trip throughthe shadier side of magic. With his lightning-fasthands and razor-sharp wit this intimate eveningof fun entertainment is served with an excellent 3course dinner from the Interval Bistro. What betterway to celebrate your Christmas night out?Book early as there are only 60 tickets availableper show.

Ireland’s Greatest Voices - TheThree Tenors & Star ViolinistIreland’s hottest trio – Declan Kelly, David Martinand Aled Hall – promise you a night to remember.This thrilling concert is packed with the world’smost beautiful and magical feel-good songs, fromSSiinnaattrraa (My Way), MMiicchhaaeell JJaacckkssoonn (Heal TheWorld), SSiimmoonn && GGaarrffuunnkkeell (Bridge Over TroubledWater), LLeeoonnaarrdd CCoohheenn (Hallelujah) and JJoosseeffLLoocckkee (Goodbye), to Pavarotti (Nessun Dorma)and EEllvviiss (Love Me Tender / Can’t Help Falling inLove) plus a rousing Irish selection! Currently,the most popular and successful Irish trio, TThheeTThhrreeee TTeennoorrss will treat you to a fabulous night ofpopular hit songs & laughter.

Centre Stage Theatre Company presents

Little Miss Muffet’s MagicalChristmas Little Miss Muffet’s tuffet is magic and on everyChristmas Day it makes a dream come true, andDitzi Devilola the Dim Witch wants it! When it’sstolen, poor Miss Muffet is in great distress – buthelp is at hand, from the handsome Prince, Jackand Jill, and a very surprising ally! Will DitziDevilola get away with the Magic Tuffet, or can thefriends from Nursery Land stop them in time forChristmas? Perhaps… but then of course… there isalways that spider……!LLiittttllee MMiissss MMuuffffeett’’ss MMaaggiiccaall CChhrriissttmmaass is suitablefor children aged 4-7

We’ve Only Just Begun – TheMusic of the CarpentersStarring Kim Dickinson

They were the biggest-selling group of the 70s. Nofewer than ten of their singles went on to becomemillion-sellers, and by 2005 combined worldwidesales of albums and singles well exceeded 100million units. Yet The Carpenters were much morethan creators of beautifully crafted and hugelysuccessful hit records. Within the space of just afew years their unique and inimitable sound had

brought a new dimension to the world of popularmusic. We’ve Only Just Begun celebrates thefantastic songs of The Carpenters. The sensationalvocals of Kim Dickinson have an uncannyresemblance to Karen Carpenter’s and will takeyou on a musical journey through the wonderfulhit songs of The Carpenters. Authentic costumesand fully live musicianship are trademarks of thisstunning show. Join Kim Dickinson in a trip downmemory lane as we remember the music of theworld’s greatest duo.

The Fureys and Davey Arthur After the Christmas excitement has died down,enjoy an evening of songs, music and stories fromlegends of Irish music, the Fureys & Davey Arthurwho will be making their 7th concert appearancehere in the Civic Theatre. George, Eddie and Daveyhave thrilled audiences around the world for morethan 33 years with guests they have entrertainedincluding Tony Blair, Mary McAleese, formerAustralian Prime Minister John Howard and PopeJohn Paul. Don’t miss yet another one of theirconcerts when you can hear them sing all theirhits including ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You WereSweet 16’, ‘The Green Fields Of France’, ‘The OldMan’, ‘Red Rose Café’, ‘From Clare To Here’, ‘HerFather Didn’t Like Me Anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’,‘Steal Away’ etc.

Frances Black When Nanci Griffith called Frances Black “thesweetest voice of Ireland,” she was paying tribute tosomeone who has been one of Ireland’s best-lovedand most enduring artists since the late ‘80s, witha string of best-selling albums, awards and otheraccolades to her name. Frances signed to DARARecords and the release of her first solo album, Talkto Me, was the number 1 best-selling album inIreland for 10 weeks. She had a massive hit singlewith ‘All The Lies That You Told Me,’ penned by thelate, great Christie Hennessy. Frances released sixmore best-selling solo albums, The Sky Road, TheSmile On Your Face, Don’t Get Me Wrong, HowHigh the Moon, The Best Of Frances Black, andThis Love Will Carry, all of which contain beautifulmelodies and stirring lyrics delivered with passionand feeling. She sings with a conviction and depthof emotion that reflect the inner strength and spiritthat has helped her come through the challengesof her own life. The extent of Frances’ popularityand talent has been reflected in the awards andaccolades that she has received for her albums andlive performances. She has twice been the recipientof one of the highest honours in Irish music, theprestigious Irish Recorded Music Association’sBest Irish Female Award, and was also delighted toreceive a National Entertainment ‘Personality of theYear’ award, as it has always been vitally importantto her to connect with her audiences during aperformance.“There's a unique quality to her voice, a tremblingtimbre that envelopes and involves the listener. Francescontinues to charm more fans with her combination ofsteely grit and femininity.” – Evening Herald

47 Roses With Peter Sheridan

Directed by Maggie Byrne

Peter Sheridan conjures up the voices, sights andsongs of his 1960s childhood in Dublin, in apowerful coming-of-age story, peopled withdeliciously eccentric characters and wonderfullybizarre incidents. By turns brilliantly funny andintensely moving, this remarkable performancepacks a considerable punch – a cultural gem.“Peter Sheridan writes at the crossroads wherehilarity and heartbreak, tenderness and savagerymeet. The people who live there are often cruel, oftenmagnificent, and always, always human. Hecaptures them perfectly.” – Roddy Doyle“He’s funny, he’s self-deprecating, he’s street-wise,he’s naughty…pure theatre’” – Emer O’Kelly,Sunday Independent

Lisa Richards Agency presents

David O'Doherty is Looking Up2008 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, 2010 HotPress Irish Comedian of the Year, 1990 EastLeinster under 14 triple jump bronze medalist,founder member of Destiny's Child, inventor ofthe iPad, star of 2Fast 2Furious, and until recentlyhe always mispronounced the word 'hyperbole'.The number one ranked person called ‘DavidO’Doherty’ on Google returns to the Civic Theatrewith small keyboards/talking.

TENDERFOOTIn September 2011, 42 transition year studentsfrom 7 schools in South County Dublin signed onfor their first day of TENDERFOOT, the CivicTheatre's apprentice theatre programme.Transition year is all about experience – newexperiences and new ways of learning.Apprenticeship is all about learning bydoing. TENDERFOOT offers transition yearstudents interested in theatre an opportunity tolearn about all aspects of the art of theatre in ahands-on way. The plays in theTENDERFOOT programme are written,performed, produced and designed by thestudents under the guidance of theirtutors. TENDERFOOT tutors are all workingtheatre professionals. The work in thisprogramme is the work of young theatre artists –our TENDERFEET. We hope you enjoy their firsttentative steps.TENDERFOOT is funded by The Civic Theatre,South Dublin County Arts Office and The ArtsCouncil’s Young Ensemble Scheme.

Fishamble: The New Play Company presents

The Wheelchair on My Face A look back at a myopic childhoodWritten and performed by Sonya Kelly

“I got my first pair of glasses when I was seven.A nurse came to the school and tested everyone’seyes. And so it was discovered why I’d thrownbread to the floating crisp packets in our localpond and walked into lamp posts andsaid, ‘excuse me.’ Until that day the world was aswirl of moving coloured blobs. I thought it wasthe same for everyone. How wrong I was.” “Part memoir, part theatre and part stand-upcomedy” – Irish IndependentThis delightful story of a myopic seven year old isbrought to you by actor and comedian, SonyaKelly (The Savage Eye). Developed as part of Showin a Bag, an artist development initiative of DublinFringe Festival with Fishamble: The New PlayCompany and Irish Theatre Institute to resourcetheatre makers and actors.“delightfully wacky… hilarious…tight script andengaging performance… terrific.” – Irish Times

Running Time - 55 minutes

Nights on Broadway - the Bee Gees Story The Bee Gees catalogue of hits from the 60s tothe 90s is presented by a full live band featuringsome of Ireland's finest musicians. Whether youfavour the golden era of the 60s, the dance floorhits of the 70s, the comeback hits of the 80s &90s or the string of hits they wrote for variousartists along the way, this show has something toentertain everyone from the novice to the mostdiscerning fan. This show will entertain all BeeGees and music fans alike and ‘You Should BeDancin’ all the way from ‘Massachusetts’ to‘Immortality’...!

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre this Valentine’s Day withthis magical and uplifting opera.

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 29th November Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

BALLET 8pm

Thursday 1st – Saturday 3rd DecemberAdmission €20 & €16Concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Sunday 4th December Admission €22 & €18Concession

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Monday 5th – Wednesday 7th DecemberAdmission €25

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 8th December Admission €20 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DINNER THEATRE 8pm

Monday 12th – Friday16th December Admission €36

Loose End Studio

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 10th December Admission €20

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Friday 9th December Admission €18 & €15concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 29thDecember Admission €25 & €22.50concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 30th December Admission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 17th December Admission €28

Main Auditorium

FAMILY 7pm

Tuesday 20th December Admission €10 School performancesavailable on 19th & 20thDecember

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Tuesday 27th & Wednesday28th DecemberAdmission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Wednesday 4th –Saturday 7th January Admission €20 & €16ConcessionSuper Saver - €10Wednesday 4th

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Saturday 21st January Admission €16

Main Auditorium

YOUTH ARTS

Thursday 26th & Friday27th January 2012 @12pmSaturday 28th January@ 3pm & 8pm Admission €10 & €5concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 10th February Admission €22.50 & €19 concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8.15pm

Thursday 9th – Saturday11th FebruaryAdmission €15

Loose End Studio

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 14th February Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

Tuesday 6th - Saturday10th December Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

DRAMA 8pm

Tuesday 22nd – Saturday26th November Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 22nd November

Main Auditorium Fairbank Productions present

Tom Crean - Antarctic ExplorerWritten and performed by Aidan Dooley

This multi-award winning and critically acclaimedshow has now played to over a quarter of a millionpeople worldwide and continues to break box-office records wherever it plays.“Aidan Dooley gives a compelling solo performance inthis ripping good yarn about real-life adventurer TomCrean...the charismatic Dooley recounts the rivetingtale of an ordinary man who showed extraordinarycourage.”Robert Dominguez, New York Daily News

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Enchanting and evocative, Mozart’s final operaticmasterpiece The Magic Flute is a lyrical love story,set against an atmospheric backdrop of fantasyand mischief. The Queen of the Night isdetermined to use her only daughter Pamina as apawn in the continuing war with her estrangedhusband, Sarastro. She recruits Tamino, a princeand Papageno, a bird-catcher, to steal herdaughter away from her father. Will Taminosurvive his dangerous quest? Will Papageno findthe woman of his dreams and will love prevail overhate? Mozart’s most popular opera is for all ages,opera aficionados and newcomers alike. Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre with this magical anduplifting opera.The sublime score ripples with irresistible charm;from the stratospheric arias of the Queen of theNight, to the glorious melodies of Papageno, bothreflecting Mozart’s dramatic genius and love forlife.

Ballet Ireland presents

Scheherazade and 1001 ArabianNightsChoreography by Morgann Runacre-Temple

Ballet Ireland presents Scheherazade and 1001Arabian nights as a new full-length productionbased on the story of The 1001 Nights of whichScheherazade, the legendary Persian princess, isthe storyteller. The Shahriyar, the Sultan of ancientPersia, is enjoying the pleasures andentertainment of his concubines and favouritewife Zobeide. His brother suggests that Zobeide isunfaithful and recommends that they pretend togo on a hunting trip. As soon as the King and hisbrother have departed, the male slaves are freedand there is an orgy within the harem. Zobeidechooses the handsome Golden Slave, and they fall

into a passionate embrace. With the revelry in fullswing, the King returns unexpectedly. Enraged atZobeide's betrayal, he orders that all be killed.After all have perished and only Zobeide remains,the King hesitates. She begs his forgiveness, buteventually realizes the futility of it all. She thenstabs herself, falling at his feet. Here the 1910Ballet ends. In the original text the story continuesand Ballet Ireland takes up the tale. Betrayed byhis former wife, King Shahriyar vows to marry, loveand then behead a new bride each night, never tobe betrayed again. Having murdered thousandsof women, he encounters the beautiful and wiseScheherazade, who pleads to tell a story beforeher impending execution. For 1001 nights, hepostpones her execution, enthralled, as he awaitsher next tale of Sinbad the Sailor, the Genie of theLamp and the Little Hunchback, amongst others.Her enchanting stories bewitch him and he makesher his Queen.

Jackie Johnston Agency presents

Dickie Rock The Civic Theatre is delighted to welcome backone of Ireland’s legendary showband performers,Dickie Rock. He is still as popular as ever after acareer spanning more than 40 years. Following athird RTÉ documentary about Dickie and his placeat the forefront of the Irish showband scene, hisloyal fans throughout the country have beenclamouring for a chance to relive those glory days,so join Dickie for a great night of entertainment.Dickie will also be giving every member of theaudience a complimentary copy of hisautobiography.

Robert C Kelly Presents

Trading Faces Or... Who Gives ATuck?Starring Adele King

‘The show that lifts everything... especially yourspirits!’Fifty-something dowdy Dublin dreamer Eve hasdecided that the answer to a new and exciting lifeis cosmetic surgery – but will a new face, a tighttummy and a ‘trout pout’ really make her dreamscome true? Laugh (if your botox will allow) andcelebrate with Eve as she goes on this hilariousand often touching journey to realise her new lookand discover Who Gives A Tuck..?‘You'll be in stitches – and so will she!’

Bull Alley Training College presents

Henry IV Part Two By William Shakespeare

There is much confusion when the fighting is overbut the royalists defeat the rebels. More fightingensues and once again Sir John Falstaff appearsin the plot encouraging Prince Hal in hisboisterous ways. The rebels are finally defeatedand peace reigns. However, Henry IV dies and Halbecomes King Henry V. Hal realises he mustchange, so becomes a sober and solemn personand banishes Falstaff from the court..

Frankie Gavin & De Dannan - Up Close & Personal TourFrankie Gavin is one of the genuine legends ofIrish music and in September he entered theGuinness World Records as the fastest fiddleplayer in the world. De Dannan have beenresponsible over many years for bringing some ofIreland’s immensely talented traditionalperformers to the world stage. The current bandhas performed everywhere from The White House& US Capitol Building to Beijing Opera House andin addition has performed and recorded with along list of musical luminaries which includes TheRolling Stones. The current De Dannan ensemble is led by FrankieGavin on fiddle, flutes & whistles with Barry Bradyon accordion, Eric Cunningham on percussion,flutes & whistles, Mike Galvin on bouzouki &guitars and Michelle Lally on vocals. “Frankie Gavin and De Dannan are the jewel in thecrown, and as the musicians hit top gear some of thefast reels in particular are mesmerizing” – Carl Dixon, The Irish Examiner, August 2009

David McSavage David McSavage is one of Ireland's most popularcomedians and street entertainers. His cuttingcommentary and performances cover all aspectsof life and nothing is safe from his truth-inducedinterpretations. From The Barman (Mick the Bull)to Father Finnegan to former President MaryRobinson, audiences relate to each character frommany aspects of Irish life. He devised, wrote andstarred in the critically acclaimed six part TV seriesThe Savage Eye on RTÉ. The show was nominatedfor an IFTA award for Best Entertainment Seriesand the third series will be being screened by RTÉin 2012.“McSavage is brilliantly and wickedly funny” – Irish Independent“…the most divisive comedian in the country” -Evening Herald

Dublin Gospel Choir The hand-clapping, foot-stomping Dublin GospelChoir began 2011 with a real sense of purpose aftertheir latest album Doing Their Thing became thefirst gospel album to enter the Top 30 in Ireland.Packed full of true gospel classics and tracks sure tobecome favourites in the future, the Dublin GospelChoir followed up a very successful Irish campaignwith an album release in the UK. Having sold outtheir last performance here in almost record time,Dublin Gospel Choir return to the Civic for a veryspecial concert that not only presents arguablyIreland’s best exponents of gospel music, but alsosome exciting new material that wasn’t performedon their last visit to Tallaght in 2010“A must-see – who’d have thought gospel would bethis cool?” – Irish Times“Gladdens the heart and brings a smile to theface…Uplifting stuff” - Hot Press

Laugh and be amazed at our

Magical Comedy ShowWith a gourmet 3 course dinner

Enjoy an evening of mystery, magic, ventriloquismand fantastic food with award-winning magicianJack Wise who is a top-notch Irish magician whoblends sophisticated comedy with jaw- droppingmagic tricks. His unrivalled experience and sure-fire comedic delivery offers a hilarious trip throughthe shadier side of magic. With his lightning-fasthands and razor-sharp wit this intimate eveningof fun entertainment is served with an excellent 3course dinner from the Interval Bistro. What betterway to celebrate your Christmas night out?Book early as there are only 60 tickets availableper show.

Ireland’s Greatest Voices - TheThree Tenors & Star ViolinistIreland’s hottest trio – Declan Kelly, David Martinand Aled Hall – promise you a night to remember.This thrilling concert is packed with the world’smost beautiful and magical feel-good songs, fromSinatra (My Way), Michael Jackson (Heal TheWorld), Simon & Garfunkel (Bridge Over TroubledWater), Leonard Cohen (Hallelujah) and JosefLocke (Goodbye), to Pavarotti (Nessun Dorma)and Elvis (Love Me Tender / Can’t Help Falling inLove) plus a rousing Irish selection! Currently,the most popular and successful Irish trio, TheThree Tenors will treat you to a fabulous night ofpopular hit songs & laughter.

Centre Stage Theatre Company presents

Little Miss Muffet’s MagicalChristmas Little Miss Muffet’s tuffet is magic and on everyChristmas Day it makes a dream come true, andDitzi Devilola the Dim Witch wants it! When it’sstolen, poor Miss Muffet is in great distress – buthelp is at hand, from the handsome Prince, Jackand Jill, and a very surprising ally! Will DitziDevilola get away with the Magic Tuffet, or can thefriends from Nursery Land stop them in time forChristmas? Perhaps… but then of course… there isalways that spider……!Little Miss Muffet’s Magical Christmas is suitablefor children aged 4-7

We’ve Only Just Begun – TheMusic of the CarpentersStarring Kim Dickinson

They were the biggest-selling group of the 70s. Nofewer than ten of their singles went on to becomemillion-sellers, and by 2005 combined worldwidesales of albums and singles well exceeded 100million units. Yet The Carpenters were much morethan creators of beautifully crafted and hugelysuccessful hit records. Within the space of just afew years their unique and inimitable sound had

brought a new dimension to the world of popularmusic. We’ve Only Just Begun celebrates thefantastic songs of The Carpenters. The sensationalvocals of Kim Dickinson have an uncannyresemblance to Karen Carpenter’s and will takeyou on a musical journey through the wonderfulhit songs of The Carpenters. Authentic costumesand fully live musicianship are trademarks of thisstunning show. Join Kim Dickinson in a trip downmemory lane as we remember the music of theworld’s greatest duo.

The Fureys and Davey Arthur After the Christmas excitement has died down,enjoy an evening of songs, music and stories fromlegends of Irish music, the FFuurreeyyss && DDaavveeyy AArrtthhuurrwho will be making their 7th concert appearancehere in the Civic Theatre. George, Eddie and Daveyhave thrilled audiences around the world for morethan 33 years with guests they have entrertainedincluding Tony Blair, Mary McAleese, formerAustralian Prime Minister John Howard and PopeJohn Paul. Don’t miss yet another one of theirconcerts when you can hear them sing all theirhits including ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You WereSweet 16’, ‘The Green Fields Of France’, ‘The OldMan’, ‘Red Rose Café’, ‘From Clare To Here’, ‘HerFather Didn’t Like Me Anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’,‘Steal Away’ etc.

Frances Black When NNaannccii GGrriiffffiitthh called FFrraanncceess BBllaacckk “thesweetest voice of Ireland,” she was paying tribute tosomeone who has been one of Ireland’s best-lovedand most enduring artists since the late ‘80s, witha string of best-selling albums, awards and otheraccolades to her name. Frances signed to DARARecords and the release of her first solo album, TTaallkkttoo MMee, was the number 1 best-selling album inIreland for 10 weeks. She had a massive hit singlewith ‘All The Lies That You Told Me,’ penned by thelate, great Christie Hennessy. Frances released sixmore best-selling solo albums, TThhee SSkkyy RRooaadd,, TThheeSSmmiillee OOnn YYoouurr FFaaccee,, DDoonn’’tt GGeett MMee WWrroonngg,, HHoowwHHiigghh tthhee MMoooonn,, TThhee BBeesstt OOff FFrraanncceess BBllaacckk, andTThhiiss LLoovvee WWiillll CCaarrrryy, all of which contain beautifulmelodies and stirring lyrics delivered with passionand feeling. She sings with a conviction and depthof emotion that reflect the inner strength and spiritthat has helped her come through the challengesof her own life. The extent of Frances’ popularityand talent has been reflected in the awards andaccolades that she has received for her albums andlive performances. She has twice been the recipientof one of the highest honours in Irish music, theprestigious Irish Recorded Music Association’sBest Irish Female Award, and was also delighted toreceive a National Entertainment ‘Personality of theYear’ award, as it has always been vitally importantto her to connect with her audiences during aperformance.“There's a unique quality to her voice, a tremblingtimbre that envelopes and involves the listener. Francescontinues to charm more fans with her combination ofsteely grit and femininity.” – Evening Herald

47 Roses With Peter Sheridan

Directed by Maggie Byrne

Peter Sheridan conjures up the voices, sights andsongs of his 1960s childhood in Dublin, in apowerful coming-of-age story, peopled withdeliciously eccentric characters and wonderfullybizarre incidents. By turns brilliantly funny andintensely moving, this remarkable performancepacks a considerable punch – a cultural gem.“Peter Sheridan writes at the crossroads wherehilarity and heartbreak, tenderness and savagerymeet. The people who live there are often cruel, oftenmagnificent, and always, always human. Hecaptures them perfectly.” – Roddy Doyle“He’s funny, he’s self-deprecating, he’s street-wise,he’s naughty…pure theatre’” – Emer O’Kelly,Sunday Independent

Lisa Richards Agency presents

David O'Doherty is Looking Up2008 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, 2010 HotPress Irish Comedian of the Year, 1990 EastLeinster under 14 triple jump bronze medalist,founder member of Destiny's Child, inventor ofthe iPad, star of 2Fast 2Furious, and until recentlyhe always mispronounced the word 'hyperbole'.The number one ranked person called ‘DavidO’Doherty’ on Google returns to the Civic Theatrewith small keyboards/talking.

TENDERFOOTIn September 2011, 42 transition year studentsfrom 7 schools in South County Dublin signed onfor their first day of TENDERFOOT, the CivicTheatre's apprentice theatre programme.Transition year is all about experience – newexperiences and new ways of learning.Apprenticeship is all about learning bydoing. TENDERFOOT offers transition yearstudents interested in theatre an opportunity tolearn about all aspects of the art of theatre in ahands-on way. The plays in theTENDERFOOT programme are written,performed, produced and designed by thestudents under the guidance of theirtutors. TENDERFOOT tutors are all workingtheatre professionals. The work in thisprogramme is the work of young theatre artists –our TENDERFEET. We hope you enjoy their firsttentative steps.TENDERFOOT is funded by The Civic Theatre,South Dublin County Arts Office and The ArtsCouncil’s Young Ensemble Scheme.

Fishamble: The New Play Company presents

The Wheelchair on My Face A look back at a myopic childhoodWritten and performed by Sonya Kelly

“I got my first pair of glasses when I was seven.A nurse came to the school and tested everyone’seyes. And so it was discovered why I’d thrownbread to the floating crisp packets in our localpond and walked into lamp posts andsaid, ‘excuse me.’ Until that day the world was aswirl of moving coloured blobs. I thought it wasthe same for everyone. How wrong I was.” “Part memoir, part theatre and part stand-upcomedy” – Irish IndependentThis delightful story of a myopic seven year old isbrought to you by actor and comedian, SonyaKelly (The Savage Eye). Developed as part of Showin a Bag, an artist development initiative of DublinFringe Festival with Fishamble: The New PlayCompany and Irish Theatre Institute to resourcetheatre makers and actors.“delightfully wacky… hilarious…tight script andengaging performance… terrific.” – Irish Times

Running Time - 55 minutes

Nights on Broadway - the Bee Gees Story The Bee Gees catalogue of hits from the 60s tothe 90s is presented by a full live band featuringsome of Ireland's finest musicians. Whether youfavour the golden era of the 60s, the dance floorhits of the 70s, the comeback hits of the 80s &90s or the string of hits they wrote for variousartists along the way, this show has something toentertain everyone from the novice to the mostdiscerning fan. This show will entertain all BeeGees and music fans alike and ‘You Should BeDancin’ all the way from ‘Massachusetts’ to‘Immortality’...!

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre this Valentine’s Day withthis magical and uplifting opera.

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 29th November Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

BALLET 8pm

Thursday 1st – Saturday 3rd DecemberAdmission €20 & €16Concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Sunday 4th December Admission €22 & €18Concession

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Monday 5th – Wednesday 7th DecemberAdmission €25

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 8th December Admission €20 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DINNER THEATRE 8pm

Monday 12th – Friday16th December Admission €36

Loose End Studio

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 10th December Admission €20

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Friday 9th December Admission €18 & €15concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 29thDecember Admission €25 & €22.50concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 30th December Admission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 17th December Admission €28

Main Auditorium

FAMILY 7pm

Tuesday 20th December Admission €10 School performancesavailable on 19th & 20thDecember

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Tuesday 27th & Wednesday28th DecemberAdmission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Wednesday 4th –Saturday 7th January Admission €20 & €16ConcessionSuper Saver - €10Wednesday 4th

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Saturday 21st January Admission €16

Main Auditorium

YOUTH ARTS

Thursday 26th & Friday27th January 2012 @12pmSaturday 28th January@ 3pm & 8pm Admission €10 & €5concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 10th February Admission €22.50 & €19 concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8.15pm

Thursday 9th – Saturday11th FebruaryAdmission €15

Loose End Studio

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 14th February Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

Tuesday 6th - Saturday10th December Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

DRAMA 8pm

Tuesday 22nd – Saturday26th November Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 22nd November

Main Auditorium Fairbank Productions present

Tom Crean - Antarctic ExplorerWritten and performed by Aidan Dooley

This multi-award winning and critically acclaimedshow has now played to over a quarter of a millionpeople worldwide and continues to break box-office records wherever it plays.“Aidan Dooley gives a compelling solo performance inthis ripping good yarn about real-life adventurer TomCrean...the charismatic Dooley recounts the rivetingtale of an ordinary man who showed extraordinarycourage.”Robert Dominguez, New York Daily News

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Enchanting and evocative, Mozart’s final operaticmasterpiece The Magic Flute is a lyrical love story,set against an atmospheric backdrop of fantasyand mischief. The Queen of the Night isdetermined to use her only daughter Pamina as apawn in the continuing war with her estrangedhusband, Sarastro. She recruits Tamino, a princeand Papageno, a bird-catcher, to steal herdaughter away from her father. Will Taminosurvive his dangerous quest? Will Papageno findthe woman of his dreams and will love prevail overhate? Mozart’s most popular opera is for all ages,opera aficionados and newcomers alike. Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre with this magical anduplifting opera.The sublime score ripples with irresistible charm;from the stratospheric arias of the Queen of theNight, to the glorious melodies of Papageno, bothreflecting Mozart’s dramatic genius and love forlife.

Ballet Ireland presents

Scheherazade and 1001 ArabianNightsChoreography by Morgann Runacre-Temple

Ballet Ireland presents Scheherazade and 1001Arabian nights as a new full-length productionbased on the story of The 1001 Nights of whichScheherazade, the legendary Persian princess, isthe storyteller. The Shahriyar, the Sultan of ancientPersia, is enjoying the pleasures andentertainment of his concubines and favouritewife Zobeide. His brother suggests that Zobeide isunfaithful and recommends that they pretend togo on a hunting trip. As soon as the King and hisbrother have departed, the male slaves are freedand there is an orgy within the harem. Zobeidechooses the handsome Golden Slave, and they fall

into a passionate embrace. With the revelry in fullswing, the King returns unexpectedly. Enraged atZobeide's betrayal, he orders that all be killed.After all have perished and only Zobeide remains,the King hesitates. She begs his forgiveness, buteventually realizes the futility of it all. She thenstabs herself, falling at his feet. Here the 1910Ballet ends. In the original text the story continuesand Ballet Ireland takes up the tale. Betrayed byhis former wife, King Shahriyar vows to marry, loveand then behead a new bride each night, never tobe betrayed again. Having murdered thousandsof women, he encounters the beautiful and wiseScheherazade, who pleads to tell a story beforeher impending execution. For 1001 nights, hepostpones her execution, enthralled, as he awaitsher next tale of Sinbad the Sailor, the Genie of theLamp and the Little Hunchback, amongst others.Her enchanting stories bewitch him and he makesher his Queen.

Jackie Johnston Agency presents

Dickie Rock The Civic Theatre is delighted to welcome backone of Ireland’s legendary showband performers,Dickie Rock. He is still as popular as ever after acareer spanning more than 40 years. Following athird RTÉ documentary about Dickie and his placeat the forefront of the Irish showband scene, hisloyal fans throughout the country have beenclamouring for a chance to relive those glory days,so join Dickie for a great night of entertainment.Dickie will also be giving every member of theaudience a complimentary copy of hisautobiography.

Robert C Kelly Presents

Trading Faces Or... Who Gives ATuck?Starring Adele King

‘The show that lifts everything... especially yourspirits!’Fifty-something dowdy Dublin dreamer Eve hasdecided that the answer to a new and exciting lifeis cosmetic surgery – but will a new face, a tighttummy and a ‘trout pout’ really make her dreamscome true? Laugh (if your botox will allow) andcelebrate with Eve as she goes on this hilariousand often touching journey to realise her new lookand discover Who Gives A Tuck..?‘You'll be in stitches – and so will she!’

Bull Alley Training College presents

Henry IV Part Two By William Shakespeare

There is much confusion when the fighting is overbut the royalists defeat the rebels. More fightingensues and once again Sir John Falstaff appearsin the plot encouraging Prince Hal in hisboisterous ways. The rebels are finally defeatedand peace reigns. However, Henry IV dies and Halbecomes King Henry V. Hal realises he mustchange, so becomes a sober and solemn personand banishes Falstaff from the court..

Frankie Gavin & De Dannan - Up Close & Personal TourFrankie Gavin is one of the genuine legends ofIrish music and in September he entered theGuinness World Records as the fastest fiddleplayer in the world. De Dannan have beenresponsible over many years for bringing some ofIreland’s immensely talented traditionalperformers to the world stage. The current bandhas performed everywhere from The White House& US Capitol Building to Beijing Opera House andin addition has performed and recorded with along list of musical luminaries which includes TheRolling Stones. The current De Dannan ensemble is led by FrankieGavin on fiddle, flutes & whistles with Barry Bradyon accordion, Eric Cunningham on percussion,flutes & whistles, Mike Galvin on bouzouki &guitars and Michelle Lally on vocals. “Frankie Gavin and De Dannan are the jewel in thecrown, and as the musicians hit top gear some of thefast reels in particular are mesmerizing” – Carl Dixon, The Irish Examiner, August 2009

David McSavage David McSavage is one of Ireland's most popularcomedians and street entertainers. His cuttingcommentary and performances cover all aspectsof life and nothing is safe from his truth-inducedinterpretations. From The Barman (Mick the Bull)to Father Finnegan to former President MaryRobinson, audiences relate to each character frommany aspects of Irish life. He devised, wrote andstarred in the critically acclaimed six part TV seriesThe Savage Eye on RTÉ. The show was nominatedfor an IFTA award for Best Entertainment Seriesand the third series will be being screened by RTÉin 2012.“McSavage is brilliantly and wickedly funny” – Irish Independent“…the most divisive comedian in the country” -Evening Herald

Dublin Gospel Choir The hand-clapping, foot-stomping Dublin GospelChoir began 2011 with a real sense of purpose aftertheir latest album Doing Their Thing became thefirst gospel album to enter the Top 30 in Ireland.Packed full of true gospel classics and tracks sure tobecome favourites in the future, the Dublin GospelChoir followed up a very successful Irish campaignwith an album release in the UK. Having sold outtheir last performance here in almost record time,Dublin Gospel Choir return to the Civic for a veryspecial concert that not only presents arguablyIreland’s best exponents of gospel music, but alsosome exciting new material that wasn’t performedon their last visit to Tallaght in 2010“A must-see – who’d have thought gospel would bethis cool?” – Irish Times“Gladdens the heart and brings a smile to theface…Uplifting stuff” - Hot Press

Laugh and be amazed at our

Magical Comedy ShowWith a gourmet 3 course dinner

Enjoy an evening of mystery, magic, ventriloquismand fantastic food with award-winning magicianJack Wise who is a top-notch Irish magician whoblends sophisticated comedy with jaw- droppingmagic tricks. His unrivalled experience and sure-fire comedic delivery offers a hilarious trip throughthe shadier side of magic. With his lightning-fasthands and razor-sharp wit this intimate eveningof fun entertainment is served with an excellent 3course dinner from the Interval Bistro. What betterway to celebrate your Christmas night out?Book early as there are only 60 tickets availableper show.

Ireland’s Greatest Voices - TheThree Tenors & Star ViolinistIreland’s hottest trio – Declan Kelly, David Martinand Aled Hall – promise you a night to remember.This thrilling concert is packed with the world’smost beautiful and magical feel-good songs, fromSinatra (My Way), Michael Jackson (Heal TheWorld), Simon & Garfunkel (Bridge Over TroubledWater), Leonard Cohen (Hallelujah) and JosefLocke (Goodbye), to Pavarotti (Nessun Dorma)and Elvis (Love Me Tender / Can’t Help Falling inLove) plus a rousing Irish selection! Currently,the most popular and successful Irish trio, TheThree Tenors will treat you to a fabulous night ofpopular hit songs & laughter.

Centre Stage Theatre Company presents

Little Miss Muffet’s MagicalChristmas Little Miss Muffet’s tuffet is magic and on everyChristmas Day it makes a dream come true, andDitzi Devilola the Dim Witch wants it! When it’sstolen, poor Miss Muffet is in great distress – buthelp is at hand, from the handsome Prince, Jackand Jill, and a very surprising ally! Will DitziDevilola get away with the Magic Tuffet, or can thefriends from Nursery Land stop them in time forChristmas? Perhaps… but then of course… there isalways that spider……!Little Miss Muffet’s Magical Christmas is suitablefor children aged 4-7

We’ve Only Just Begun – TheMusic of the CarpentersStarring Kim Dickinson

They were the biggest-selling group of the 70s. Nofewer than ten of their singles went on to becomemillion-sellers, and by 2005 combined worldwidesales of albums and singles well exceeded 100million units. Yet The Carpenters were much morethan creators of beautifully crafted and hugelysuccessful hit records. Within the space of just afew years their unique and inimitable sound had

brought a new dimension to the world of popularmusic. We’ve Only Just Begun celebrates thefantastic songs of The Carpenters. The sensationalvocals of Kim Dickinson have an uncannyresemblance to Karen Carpenter’s and will takeyou on a musical journey through the wonderfulhit songs of The Carpenters. Authentic costumesand fully live musicianship are trademarks of thisstunning show. Join Kim Dickinson in a trip downmemory lane as we remember the music of theworld’s greatest duo.

The Fureys and Davey Arthur After the Christmas excitement has died down,enjoy an evening of songs, music and stories fromlegends of Irish music, the Fureys & Davey Arthurwho will be making their 7th concert appearancehere in the Civic Theatre. George, Eddie and Daveyhave thrilled audiences around the world for morethan 33 years with guests they have entrertainedincluding Tony Blair, Mary McAleese, formerAustralian Prime Minister John Howard and PopeJohn Paul. Don’t miss yet another one of theirconcerts when you can hear them sing all theirhits including ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You WereSweet 16’, ‘The Green Fields Of France’, ‘The OldMan’, ‘Red Rose Café’, ‘From Clare To Here’, ‘HerFather Didn’t Like Me Anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’,‘Steal Away’ etc.

Frances Black When Nanci Griffith called Frances Black “thesweetest voice of Ireland,” she was paying tribute tosomeone who has been one of Ireland’s best-lovedand most enduring artists since the late ‘80s, witha string of best-selling albums, awards and otheraccolades to her name. Frances signed to DARARecords and the release of her first solo album, Talkto Me, was the number 1 best-selling album inIreland for 10 weeks. She had a massive hit singlewith ‘All The Lies That You Told Me,’ penned by thelate, great Christie Hennessy. Frances released sixmore best-selling solo albums, The Sky Road, TheSmile On Your Face, Don’t Get Me Wrong, HowHigh the Moon, The Best Of Frances Black, andThis Love Will Carry, all of which contain beautifulmelodies and stirring lyrics delivered with passionand feeling. She sings with a conviction and depthof emotion that reflect the inner strength and spiritthat has helped her come through the challengesof her own life. The extent of Frances’ popularityand talent has been reflected in the awards andaccolades that she has received for her albums andlive performances. She has twice been the recipientof one of the highest honours in Irish music, theprestigious Irish Recorded Music Association’sBest Irish Female Award, and was also delighted toreceive a National Entertainment ‘Personality of theYear’ award, as it has always been vitally importantto her to connect with her audiences during aperformance.“There's a unique quality to her voice, a tremblingtimbre that envelopes and involves the listener. Francescontinues to charm more fans with her combination ofsteely grit and femininity.” – Evening Herald

47 Roses With Peter Sheridan

Directed by Maggie Byrne

Peter Sheridan conjures up the voices, sights andsongs of his 1960s childhood in Dublin, in apowerful coming-of-age story, peopled withdeliciously eccentric characters and wonderfullybizarre incidents. By turns brilliantly funny andintensely moving, this remarkable performancepacks a considerable punch – a cultural gem.“Peter Sheridan writes at the crossroads wherehilarity and heartbreak, tenderness and savagerymeet. The people who live there are often cruel, oftenmagnificent, and always, always human. Hecaptures them perfectly.” – Roddy Doyle“He’s funny, he’s self-deprecating, he’s street-wise,he’s naughty…pure theatre’” – Emer O’Kelly,Sunday Independent

Lisa Richards Agency presents

David O'Doherty is Looking Up2008 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, 2010 HotPress Irish Comedian of the Year, 1990 EastLeinster under 14 triple jump bronze medalist,founder member of Destiny's Child, inventor ofthe iPad, star of 2Fast 2Furious, and until recentlyhe always mispronounced the word 'hyperbole'.The number one ranked person called ‘DavidO’Doherty’ on Google returns to the Civic Theatrewith small keyboards/talking.

TENDERFOOTIn September 2011, 42 transition year studentsfrom 7 schools in South County Dublin signed onfor their first day of TTEENNDDEERRFFOOOOTT, the CivicTheatre's apprentice theatre programme.Transition year is all about experience – newexperiences and new ways of learning.Apprenticeship is all about learning bydoing. TTEENNDDEERRFFOOOOTT offers transition yearstudents interested in theatre an opportunity tolearn about all aspects of the art of theatre in ahands-on way. The plays in theTENDERFOOT programme are written,performed, produced and designed by thestudents under the guidance of theirtutors. TTEENNDDEERRFFOOOOTT tutors are all workingtheatre professionals. The work in thisprogramme is the work of young theatre artists –our TENDERFEET. We hope you enjoy their firsttentative steps.TTEENNDDEERRFFOOOOTT is funded by The Civic Theatre,South Dublin County Arts Office and The ArtsCouncil’s Young Ensemble Scheme.

Fishamble: The New Play Company presents

The Wheelchair on My Face A look back at a myopic childhoodWritten and performed by Sonya Kelly

“I got my first pair of glasses when I was seven.A nurse came to the school and tested everyone’seyes. And so it was discovered why I’d thrownbread to the floating crisp packets in our localpond and walked into lamp posts andsaid, ‘excuse me.’ Until that day the world was aswirl of moving coloured blobs. I thought it wasthe same for everyone. How wrong I was.” “Part memoir, part theatre and part stand-upcomedy” – Irish IndependentThis delightful story of a myopic seven year old isbrought to you by actor and comedian, SonyaKelly (The Savage Eye). Developed as part of Showin a Bag, an artist development initiative of DublinFringe Festival with Fishamble: The New PlayCompany and Irish Theatre Institute to resourcetheatre makers and actors.“delightfully wacky… hilarious…tight script andengaging performance… terrific.” – Irish Times

Running Time - 55 minutes

Nights on Broadway - the Bee Gees Story The Bee Gees catalogue of hits from the 60s tothe 90s is presented by a full live band featuringsome of Ireland's finest musicians. Whether youfavour the golden era of the 60s, the dance floorhits of the 70s, the comeback hits of the 80s &90s or the string of hits they wrote for variousartists along the way, this show has something toentertain everyone from the novice to the mostdiscerning fan. This show will entertain all BeeGees and music fans alike and ‘You Should BeDancin’ all the way from ‘Massachusetts’ to‘Immortality’...!

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre this Valentine’s Day withthis magical and uplifting opera.

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 29th November Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

BALLET 8pm

Thursday 1st – Saturday 3rd DecemberAdmission €20 & €16Concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Sunday 4th December Admission €22 & €18Concession

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Monday 5th – Wednesday 7th DecemberAdmission €25

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 8th December Admission €20 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DINNER THEATRE 8pm

Monday 12th – Friday16th December Admission €36

Loose End Studio

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 10th December Admission €20

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Friday 9th December Admission €18 & €15concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 29thDecember Admission €25 & €22.50concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 30th December Admission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 17th December Admission €28

Main Auditorium

FAMILY 7pm

Tuesday 20th December Admission €10 School performancesavailable on 19th & 20thDecember

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Tuesday 27th & Wednesday28th DecemberAdmission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Wednesday 4th –Saturday 7th January Admission €20 & €16ConcessionSuper Saver - €10Wednesday 4th

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Saturday 21st January Admission €16

Main Auditorium

YOUTH ARTS

Thursday 26th & Friday27th January 2012 @12pmSaturday 28th January@ 3pm & 8pm Admission €10 & €5concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 10th February Admission €22.50 & €19 concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8.15pm

Thursday 9th – Saturday11th FebruaryAdmission €15

Loose End Studio

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 14th February Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

Tuesday 6th - Saturday10th December Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

DRAMA 8pm

Tuesday 22nd – Saturday26th November Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 22nd November

Main Auditorium Fairbank Productions present

Tom Crean - Antarctic ExplorerWritten and performed by Aidan Dooley

This multi-award winning and critically acclaimedshow has now played to over a quarter of a millionpeople worldwide and continues to break box-office records wherever it plays.“Aidan Dooley gives a compelling solo performance inthis ripping good yarn about real-life adventurer TomCrean...the charismatic Dooley recounts the rivetingtale of an ordinary man who showed extraordinarycourage.”Robert Dominguez, New York Daily News

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Enchanting and evocative, Mozart’s final operaticmasterpiece The Magic Flute is a lyrical love story,set against an atmospheric backdrop of fantasyand mischief. The Queen of the Night isdetermined to use her only daughter Pamina as apawn in the continuing war with her estrangedhusband, Sarastro. She recruits Tamino, a princeand Papageno, a bird-catcher, to steal herdaughter away from her father. Will Taminosurvive his dangerous quest? Will Papageno findthe woman of his dreams and will love prevail overhate? Mozart’s most popular opera is for all ages,opera aficionados and newcomers alike. Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre with this magical anduplifting opera.The sublime score ripples with irresistible charm;from the stratospheric arias of the Queen of theNight, to the glorious melodies of Papageno, bothreflecting Mozart’s dramatic genius and love forlife.

Ballet Ireland presents

Scheherazade and 1001 ArabianNightsChoreography by Morgann Runacre-Temple

Ballet Ireland presents Scheherazade and 1001Arabian nights as a new full-length productionbased on the story of The 1001 Nights of whichScheherazade, the legendary Persian princess, isthe storyteller. The Shahriyar, the Sultan of ancientPersia, is enjoying the pleasures andentertainment of his concubines and favouritewife Zobeide. His brother suggests that Zobeide isunfaithful and recommends that they pretend togo on a hunting trip. As soon as the King and hisbrother have departed, the male slaves are freedand there is an orgy within the harem. Zobeidechooses the handsome Golden Slave, and they fall

into a passionate embrace. With the revelry in fullswing, the King returns unexpectedly. Enraged atZobeide's betrayal, he orders that all be killed.After all have perished and only Zobeide remains,the King hesitates. She begs his forgiveness, buteventually realizes the futility of it all. She thenstabs herself, falling at his feet. Here the 1910Ballet ends. In the original text the story continuesand Ballet Ireland takes up the tale. Betrayed byhis former wife, King Shahriyar vows to marry, loveand then behead a new bride each night, never tobe betrayed again. Having murdered thousandsof women, he encounters the beautiful and wiseScheherazade, who pleads to tell a story beforeher impending execution. For 1001 nights, hepostpones her execution, enthralled, as he awaitsher next tale of Sinbad the Sailor, the Genie of theLamp and the Little Hunchback, amongst others.Her enchanting stories bewitch him and he makesher his Queen.

Jackie Johnston Agency presents

Dickie Rock The Civic Theatre is delighted to welcome backone of Ireland’s legendary showband performers,Dickie Rock. He is still as popular as ever after acareer spanning more than 40 years. Following athird RTÉ documentary about Dickie and his placeat the forefront of the Irish showband scene, hisloyal fans throughout the country have beenclamouring for a chance to relive those glory days,so join Dickie for a great night of entertainment.Dickie will also be giving every member of theaudience a complimentary copy of hisautobiography.

Robert C Kelly Presents

Trading Faces Or... Who Gives ATuck?Starring Adele King

‘The show that lifts everything... especially yourspirits!’Fifty-something dowdy Dublin dreamer Eve hasdecided that the answer to a new and exciting lifeis cosmetic surgery – but will a new face, a tighttummy and a ‘trout pout’ really make her dreamscome true? Laugh (if your botox will allow) andcelebrate with Eve as she goes on this hilariousand often touching journey to realise her new lookand discover Who Gives A Tuck..?‘You'll be in stitches – and so will she!’

Bull Alley Training College presents

Henry IV Part Two By William Shakespeare

There is much confusion when the fighting is overbut the royalists defeat the rebels. More fightingensues and once again Sir John Falstaff appearsin the plot encouraging Prince Hal in hisboisterous ways. The rebels are finally defeatedand peace reigns. However, Henry IV dies and Halbecomes King Henry V. Hal realises he mustchange, so becomes a sober and solemn personand banishes Falstaff from the court..

Frankie Gavin & De Dannan - Up Close & Personal TourFrankie Gavin is one of the genuine legends ofIrish music and in September he entered theGuinness World Records as the fastest fiddleplayer in the world. De Dannan have beenresponsible over many years for bringing some ofIreland’s immensely talented traditionalperformers to the world stage. The current bandhas performed everywhere from The White House& US Capitol Building to Beijing Opera House andin addition has performed and recorded with along list of musical luminaries which includes TheRolling Stones. The current De Dannan ensemble is led by FrankieGavin on fiddle, flutes & whistles with Barry Bradyon accordion, Eric Cunningham on percussion,flutes & whistles, Mike Galvin on bouzouki &guitars and Michelle Lally on vocals. “Frankie Gavin and De Dannan are the jewel in thecrown, and as the musicians hit top gear some of thefast reels in particular are mesmerizing” – Carl Dixon, The Irish Examiner, August 2009

David McSavage David McSavage is one of Ireland's most popularcomedians and street entertainers. His cuttingcommentary and performances cover all aspectsof life and nothing is safe from his truth-inducedinterpretations. From The Barman (Mick the Bull)to Father Finnegan to former President MaryRobinson, audiences relate to each character frommany aspects of Irish life. He devised, wrote andstarred in the critically acclaimed six part TV seriesThe Savage Eye on RTÉ. The show was nominatedfor an IFTA award for Best Entertainment Seriesand the third series will be being screened by RTÉin 2012.“McSavage is brilliantly and wickedly funny” – Irish Independent“…the most divisive comedian in the country” -Evening Herald

Dublin Gospel Choir The hand-clapping, foot-stomping Dublin GospelChoir began 2011 with a real sense of purpose aftertheir latest album Doing Their Thing became thefirst gospel album to enter the Top 30 in Ireland.Packed full of true gospel classics and tracks sure tobecome favourites in the future, the Dublin GospelChoir followed up a very successful Irish campaignwith an album release in the UK. Having sold outtheir last performance here in almost record time,Dublin Gospel Choir return to the Civic for a veryspecial concert that not only presents arguablyIreland’s best exponents of gospel music, but alsosome exciting new material that wasn’t performedon their last visit to Tallaght in 2010“A must-see – who’d have thought gospel would bethis cool?” – Irish Times“Gladdens the heart and brings a smile to theface…Uplifting stuff” - Hot Press

Laugh and be amazed at our

Magical Comedy ShowWith a gourmet 3 course dinner

Enjoy an evening of mystery, magic, ventriloquismand fantastic food with award-winning magicianJack Wise who is a top-notch Irish magician whoblends sophisticated comedy with jaw- droppingmagic tricks. His unrivalled experience and sure-fire comedic delivery offers a hilarious trip throughthe shadier side of magic. With his lightning-fasthands and razor-sharp wit this intimate eveningof fun entertainment is served with an excellent 3course dinner from the Interval Bistro. What betterway to celebrate your Christmas night out?Book early as there are only 60 tickets availableper show.

Ireland’s Greatest Voices - TheThree Tenors & Star ViolinistIreland’s hottest trio – Declan Kelly, David Martinand Aled Hall – promise you a night to remember.This thrilling concert is packed with the world’smost beautiful and magical feel-good songs, fromSinatra (My Way), Michael Jackson (Heal TheWorld), Simon & Garfunkel (Bridge Over TroubledWater), Leonard Cohen (Hallelujah) and JosefLocke (Goodbye), to Pavarotti (Nessun Dorma)and Elvis (Love Me Tender / Can’t Help Falling inLove) plus a rousing Irish selection! Currently,the most popular and successful Irish trio, TheThree Tenors will treat you to a fabulous night ofpopular hit songs & laughter.

Centre Stage Theatre Company presents

Little Miss Muffet’s MagicalChristmas Little Miss Muffet’s tuffet is magic and on everyChristmas Day it makes a dream come true, andDitzi Devilola the Dim Witch wants it! When it’sstolen, poor Miss Muffet is in great distress – buthelp is at hand, from the handsome Prince, Jackand Jill, and a very surprising ally! Will DitziDevilola get away with the Magic Tuffet, or can thefriends from Nursery Land stop them in time forChristmas? Perhaps… but then of course… there isalways that spider……!Little Miss Muffet’s Magical Christmas is suitablefor children aged 4-7

We’ve Only Just Begun – TheMusic of the CarpentersStarring Kim Dickinson

They were the biggest-selling group of the 70s. Nofewer than ten of their singles went on to becomemillion-sellers, and by 2005 combined worldwidesales of albums and singles well exceeded 100million units. Yet The Carpenters were much morethan creators of beautifully crafted and hugelysuccessful hit records. Within the space of just afew years their unique and inimitable sound had

brought a new dimension to the world of popularmusic. We’ve Only Just Begun celebrates thefantastic songs of The Carpenters. The sensationalvocals of Kim Dickinson have an uncannyresemblance to Karen Carpenter’s and will takeyou on a musical journey through the wonderfulhit songs of The Carpenters. Authentic costumesand fully live musicianship are trademarks of thisstunning show. Join Kim Dickinson in a trip downmemory lane as we remember the music of theworld’s greatest duo.

The Fureys and Davey Arthur After the Christmas excitement has died down,enjoy an evening of songs, music and stories fromlegends of Irish music, the Fureys & Davey Arthurwho will be making their 7th concert appearancehere in the Civic Theatre. George, Eddie and Daveyhave thrilled audiences around the world for morethan 33 years with guests they have entrertainedincluding Tony Blair, Mary McAleese, formerAustralian Prime Minister John Howard and PopeJohn Paul. Don’t miss yet another one of theirconcerts when you can hear them sing all theirhits including ‘I Will Love You’, ‘When You WereSweet 16’, ‘The Green Fields Of France’, ‘The OldMan’, ‘Red Rose Café’, ‘From Clare To Here’, ‘HerFather Didn’t Like Me Anyway’, ‘Leaving Nancy’,‘Steal Away’ etc.

Frances Black When Nanci Griffith called Frances Black “thesweetest voice of Ireland,” she was paying tribute tosomeone who has been one of Ireland’s best-lovedand most enduring artists since the late ‘80s, witha string of best-selling albums, awards and otheraccolades to her name. Frances signed to DARARecords and the release of her first solo album, Talkto Me, was the number 1 best-selling album inIreland for 10 weeks. She had a massive hit singlewith ‘All The Lies That You Told Me,’ penned by thelate, great Christie Hennessy. Frances released sixmore best-selling solo albums, The Sky Road, TheSmile On Your Face, Don’t Get Me Wrong, HowHigh the Moon, The Best Of Frances Black, andThis Love Will Carry, all of which contain beautifulmelodies and stirring lyrics delivered with passionand feeling. She sings with a conviction and depthof emotion that reflect the inner strength and spiritthat has helped her come through the challengesof her own life. The extent of Frances’ popularityand talent has been reflected in the awards andaccolades that she has received for her albums andlive performances. She has twice been the recipientof one of the highest honours in Irish music, theprestigious Irish Recorded Music Association’sBest Irish Female Award, and was also delighted toreceive a National Entertainment ‘Personality of theYear’ award, as it has always been vitally importantto her to connect with her audiences during aperformance.“There's a unique quality to her voice, a tremblingtimbre that envelopes and involves the listener. Francescontinues to charm more fans with her combination ofsteely grit and femininity.” – Evening Herald

47 Roses With Peter Sheridan

Directed by Maggie Byrne

Peter Sheridan conjures up the voices, sights andsongs of his 1960s childhood in Dublin, in apowerful coming-of-age story, peopled withdeliciously eccentric characters and wonderfullybizarre incidents. By turns brilliantly funny andintensely moving, this remarkable performancepacks a considerable punch – a cultural gem.“Peter Sheridan writes at the crossroads wherehilarity and heartbreak, tenderness and savagerymeet. The people who live there are often cruel, oftenmagnificent, and always, always human. Hecaptures them perfectly.” – Roddy Doyle“He’s funny, he’s self-deprecating, he’s street-wise,he’s naughty…pure theatre’” – Emer O’Kelly,Sunday Independent

Lisa Richards Agency presents

David O'Doherty is Looking Up2008 Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, 2010 HotPress Irish Comedian of the Year, 1990 EastLeinster under 14 triple jump bronze medalist,founder member of Destiny's Child, inventor ofthe iPad, star of 2Fast 2Furious, and until recentlyhe always mispronounced the word 'hyperbole'.The number one ranked person called ‘DavidO’Doherty’ on Google returns to the Civic Theatrewith small keyboards/talking.

TENDERFOOTIn September 2011, 42 transition year studentsfrom 7 schools in South County Dublin signed onfor their first day of TENDERFOOT, the CivicTheatre's apprentice theatre programme.Transition year is all about experience – newexperiences and new ways of learning.Apprenticeship is all about learning bydoing. TENDERFOOT offers transition yearstudents interested in theatre an opportunity tolearn about all aspects of the art of theatre in ahands-on way. The plays in theTENDERFOOT programme are written,performed, produced and designed by thestudents under the guidance of theirtutors. TENDERFOOT tutors are all workingtheatre professionals. The work in thisprogramme is the work of young theatre artists –our TENDERFEET. We hope you enjoy their firsttentative steps.TENDERFOOT is funded by The Civic Theatre,South Dublin County Arts Office and The ArtsCouncil’s Young Ensemble Scheme.

Fishamble: The New Play Company presents

The Wheelchair on My Face A look back at a myopic childhoodWritten and performed by Sonya Kelly

“I got my first pair of glasses when I was seven.A nurse came to the school and tested everyone’seyes. And so it was discovered why I’d thrownbread to the floating crisp packets in our localpond and walked into lamp posts andsaid, ‘excuse me.’ Until that day the world was aswirl of moving coloured blobs. I thought it wasthe same for everyone. How wrong I was.” “Part memoir, part theatre and part stand-upcomedy” – Irish IndependentThis delightful story of a myopic seven year old isbrought to you by actor and comedian, SonyaKelly (The Savage Eye). Developed as part of Showin a Bag, an artist development initiative of DublinFringe Festival with Fishamble: The New PlayCompany and Irish Theatre Institute to resourcetheatre makers and actors.“delightfully wacky… hilarious…tight script andengaging performance… terrific.” – Irish Times

Running Time - 55 minutes

Nights on Broadway - the Bee Gees Story The BBeeee GGeeeess catalogue of hits from the 60s tothe 90s is presented by a full live band featuringsome of Ireland's finest musicians. Whether youfavour the golden era of the 60s, the dance floorhits of the 70s, the comeback hits of the 80s &90s or the string of hits they wrote for variousartists along the way, this show has something toentertain everyone from the novice to the mostdiscerning fan. This show will entertain all BBeeeeGGeeeess and music fans alike and ‘You Should BeDancin’ all the way from ‘Massachusetts’ to‘Immortality’...!

Ireland’s National Touring Opera Company presents

Mozart’s The Magic FluteSung in English and directed by AnnileseMiskimmon

Celebrating 25 years of touring opera throughoutIreland, Opera Theatre Company is delighted toreturn to the Civic theatre this Valentine’s Day withthis magical and uplifting opera.

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 29th November Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

BALLET 8pm

Thursday 1st – Saturday 3rd DecemberAdmission €20 & €16Concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Sunday 4th December Admission €22 & €18Concession

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Monday 5th – Wednesday 7th DecemberAdmission €25

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 8th December Admission €20 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DINNER THEATRE 8pm

Monday 12th – Friday16th December Admission €36

Loose End Studio

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 10th December Admission €20

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Friday 9th December Admission €18 & €15concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Thursday 29thDecember Admission €25 & €22.50concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 30th December Admission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Saturday 17th December Admission €28

Main Auditorium

FAMILY 7pm

Tuesday 20th December Admission €10 School performancesavailable on 19th & 20thDecember

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Tuesday 27th & Wednesday28th DecemberAdmission €22 & €18concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Wednesday 4th –Saturday 7th January Admission €20 & €16ConcessionSuper Saver - €10Wednesday 4th

Main Auditorium

COMEDY 8pm

Saturday 21st January Admission €16

Main Auditorium

YOUTH ARTS

Thursday 26th & Friday27th January 2012 @12pmSaturday 28th January@ 3pm & 8pm Admission €10 & €5concession

Main Auditorium

MUSIC 8pm

Friday 10th February Admission €22.50 & €19 concession

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8.15pm

Thursday 9th – Saturday11th FebruaryAdmission €15

Loose End Studio

OPERA 8pm

Tuesday 14th February Admission €28 & €25concession

Main Auditorium

Tuesday 6th - Saturday10th December Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

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CoisCéim presents

Touch MeDirected and Choreographed by DavidBolgerComposer/Saxophonist - Kenneth Edge

Set among the remains of a boarded-up room, agroup of strangers look in from outside. A set ofkeys unlocks the door to hidden gems leftbehind. What was that promise that you made?In 1997, CoisCéim produced the criticallyacclaimed Reel Luck which looked at Ireland onthe cusp of the Celtic Tiger. Through a series ofvignettes, Touch Me comments on society todayand the transformation from tiger visions to theexodus of the once majestic cranes. From thislonely landscape David Bolger rakes through thespoils of an unprecedented era to discover a newbeauty, in the promise of the future, in a richerhumanity. What are the new symbols of fortune?What makes us happy now?

Gúna Nua Theatre Company and Civic Theatrepresents

Goddess of LibertyBy Karen Ardiff With dramaturgical support fromFishamble’s The New Play Clinic.

Gúna Nua commission by award-winning actorand novelist Karen Ardiff, this beautiful newplay tells the story of two Irish immigrants ingold-rush Alaska. The gripping storyline is set inan archetypal boom-bust town. Frankie and Mayare waiting anxiously for May’s daughter T-Belleto return from her claim in the Chilkoot pass. Butthe gold seams are drying up, Frankie isn’t welland there are secrets and surprises everywhere;under the floorboards, down on the docks andin their heads. TThhee GGooddddeessss ooff LLiibbeerrttyy tells thestory of three women on the edge of the worldand is by turns hilarious, moving and heart-breaking. This is Karen Ardiff’s first play sinceher critically acclaimed debut novel, TThhee SSeeccrreettooff MMyy FFaaccee..

Bull Alley Training College presents

A Season of Plays

SSiirr JJoohhnn OOllddccaassttllee attributed to William ShakespeareDirected by Niall JordanWednesday 22nd February - Saturday 3rd March@ 8.15pm

TThhee RReehheeaarrssaall by George VilliersDirected by Katherine MurphyTuesday 6th – Saturday 10th March @ 8.15pm

TThhee RReeccrruuiittiinngg OOffffiicceerrby George FarquharDirected by Gerry LeeTuesday 13th – Saturday 17th March @ 8.15pm

No End of Blameby Howard BarkerDirected by Simon ManahanTuesday 20th – Saturday 24th March @ 8.15pm

For more information on each performance pleasevisit www.civictheatre.ie

Barnstorm Theatre Company presents

A Murder of CrowsBy Mike Kenny with Barnstorm TheatreCompany

A Murder of Crows is a dynamic and theatricallyexciting work for children based on the classic taleof Hansel and Gretel. Six actors/ musicians weavea gothic story of two children's journey fromabandonment and fear to ultimate survival, seenfrom the quirky perspective of a chorus of raucousand garrulous crows, whose boisterous antics willdelight children. A play for children aged 8 andolder. Running time: 65 minutes approximately

Jasango Theatre presents

My Brilliant Divorce by Geraldine Aron

This is Jasango Theatre’s first visit to the Civic withGeraldine Aron’s achingly funny My BrilliantDivorce. The comedy explores what life is like forAngela Kennedy-Lipsky, recently dumped by heraccountant husband for a younger model.Rebuilding her life, she finds herself adrift in a seaof weird sexual encounters, sneaky solicitors,phone-in counsellors, a bad case of hypochondriaand impending poverty. Should she fight to keepher husband? Or should she sign the final papersand move on? Fast-paced modern comedy, not tobe missed!

The Millennium Forum Derry presents

Carthaginians By Frank McGuiness Directed by Adrian Dunbar

Frank McGuinness’ Carthaginians has often beenacknowledged as one of the enduring plays tohave emerged from The Troubles. An elegy forBloody Sunday in Derry, it is a tragedy of intensegrief which becomes the unspoken subjectthrough the personal journeys of three womenand three men who camp out in a graveyardawaiting the resurrection of the dead. Dido is theoutsider who brings daily pram-loads of suppliesincluding a script of his own attempt at a Troublesplay, The Burning Balaclava, the comic centrepiecewhich is surrounded by jokes, quizzes and

THEATRE 8pm

Tuesday 21st – Saturday25th February Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 21st February

Main Auditorium

DANCE 8pm

Saturday 18th February Admission €20 & €16concession

Main Auditorium

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DRAMA 8pm

Thursday 29th March @3pm & 8pmFriday 30th March @ 11am Admission €22 & €20concession€18 for groups of 10 or more

Main Auditorium

Wednesday 22ndFebruary – Saturday 24th March Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

CHILDREN 3pm

Saturday 3rd March Admission €10School PerformancesThursday 1st & Friday2nd March @ 10am &12.30pmAdmission €7.50 GroupRate

Main Auditorium

THEATRE 8pm

Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th March Admission €20 & €16concessionInternational Women’sDay 8th March, alltickets €10

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Monday 12th – Saturday 17th March Admission €20 & €16concession Super Saver - €10Tuesday 12th March

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Date Main Auditorium Time Loose End Studio Time

encounters which pass the time of waiting.Individual resurrections signal a community, likeCarthage, rising from its ashes.This production commemorates the 40thanniversary of Bloody Sunday and this productionof Carthaginians celebrates the 10th anniversaryof the Millennium Forum.

Schoolbooks in Wallpaper By Ian Perth

Native Tallaght comedian Ian Perth's one manshow takes you on a journey of fun and outrage.From the bizarre period that was 80's Irelandthrough our hilarious Celtic tiger ways to thecomedy of errors that lead to Ireland’s financialmeltdown. His style of charismatic warmth, alongwith his witty observations from the past andpresent, have made him a regular in comedy clubsacross Ireland & the UK. ''Sometimes serious, always hilarious… a star of thefuture ... great show” – Edfringe.com

Second Age Theatre Company presents

Macbeth By William Shakespeare Directed by David Horan

Enter the mind of a dictator…Ireland’s award-winning classics company SecondAge arrives at the Civic Theatre with a productionof one of Shakespeare’s greatest and bloodiestplays, Macbeth.Macbeth promises to be an arresting and headytake on one of the greatest tragedies of all time.Fair is foul and foul is fair in the mind of thisMacbeth from the fateful moment when heencounters the weird Sisters in this Second Ageproduction which marries muscular physicalitywith deep psychological exploration.

COMEDY 8.15pm

Thursday 29th –Saturday 31st March Admission €10

Loose End Studio

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CoisCéim presents

Touch MeDirected and Choreographed by DavidBolgerComposer/Saxophonist - Kenneth Edge

Set among the remains of a boarded-up room, agroup of strangers look in from outside. A set ofkeys unlocks the door to hidden gems leftbehind. What was that promise that you made?In 1997, CoisCéim produced the criticallyacclaimed Reel Luck which looked at Ireland onthe cusp of the Celtic Tiger. Through a series ofvignettes, Touch Me comments on society todayand the transformation from tiger visions to theexodus of the once majestic cranes. From thislonely landscape David Bolger rakes through thespoils of an unprecedented era to discover a newbeauty, in the promise of the future, in a richerhumanity. What are the new symbols of fortune?What makes us happy now?

Gúna Nua Theatre Company and Civic Theatrepresents

Goddess of LibertyBy Karen Ardiff With dramaturgical support fromFishamble’s The New Play Clinic.

Gúna Nua commission by award-winning actorand novelist Karen Ardiff, this beautiful newplay tells the story of two Irish immigrants ingold-rush Alaska. The gripping storyline is set inan archetypal boom-bust town. Frankie and Mayare waiting anxiously for May’s daughter T-Belleto return from her claim in the Chilkoot pass. Butthe gold seams are drying up, Frankie isn’t welland there are secrets and surprises everywhere;under the floorboards, down on the docks andin their heads. The Goddess of Liberty tells thestory of three women on the edge of the worldand is by turns hilarious, moving and heart-breaking. This is Karen Ardiff’s first play sinceher critically acclaimed debut novel, The Secretof My Face.

Bull Alley Training College presents

A Season of Plays

Sir John Oldcastle attributed to William ShakespeareDirected by Niall JordanWednesday 22nd February - Saturday 3rd March@ 8.15pm

The Rehearsal by George VilliersDirected by Katherine MurphyTuesday 6th – Saturday 10th March @ 8.15pm

The Recruiting Officerby George FarquharDirected by Gerry LeeTuesday 13th – Saturday 17th March @ 8.15pm

NNoo EEnndd ooff BBllaammeeby Howard BarkerDirected by Simon ManahanTuesday 20th – Saturday 24th March @ 8.15pm

For more information on each performance pleasevisit www.civictheatre.ie

Barnstorm Theatre Company presents

A Murder of CrowsBy Mike Kenny with Barnstorm TheatreCompany

AA MMuurrddeerr ooff CCrroowwss is a dynamic and theatricallyexciting work for children based on the classic taleof Hansel and Gretel. Six actors/ musicians weavea gothic story of two children's journey fromabandonment and fear to ultimate survival, seenfrom the quirky perspective of a chorus of raucousand garrulous crows, whose boisterous antics willdelight children. A play for children aged 8 andolder. Running time: 65 minutes approximately

Jasango Theatre presents

My Brilliant Divorce by Geraldine Aron

This is Jasango Theatre’s first visit to the Civic withGeraldine Aron’s achingly funny MMyy BBrriilllliiaannttDDiivvoorrccee. The comedy explores what life is like forAngela Kennedy-Lipsky, recently dumped by heraccountant husband for a younger model.Rebuilding her life, she finds herself adrift in a seaof weird sexual encounters, sneaky solicitors,phone-in counsellors, a bad case of hypochondriaand impending poverty. Should she fight to keepher husband? Or should she sign the final papersand move on? Fast-paced modern comedy, not tobe missed!

The Millennium Forum Derry presents

Carthaginians By Frank McGuiness Directed by Adrian Dunbar

Frank McGuinness’ CCaarrtthhaaggiinniiaannss has often beenacknowledged as one of the enduring plays tohave emerged from The Troubles. An elegy forBloody Sunday in Derry, it is a tragedy of intensegrief which becomes the unspoken subjectthrough the personal journeys of three womenand three men who camp out in a graveyardawaiting the resurrection of the dead. Dido is theoutsider who brings daily pram-loads of suppliesincluding a script of his own attempt at a Troublesplay, TThhee BBuurrnniinngg BBaallaaccllaavvaa,, the comic centrepiecewhich is surrounded by jokes, quizzes and

THEATRE 8pm

Tuesday 21st – Saturday25th February Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 21st February

Main Auditorium

DANCE 8pm

Saturday 18th February Admission €20 & €16concession

Main Auditorium

Booking & InformationGetting thereC i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

DRAMA 8pm

Thursday 29th March @3pm & 8pmFriday 30th March @ 11am Admission €22 & €20concession€18 for groups of 10 or more

Main Auditorium

Wednesday 22ndFebruary – Saturday 24th March Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

CHILDREN 3pm

Saturday 3rd March Admission €10School PerformancesThursday 1st & Friday2nd March @ 10am &12.30pmAdmission €7.50 GroupRate

Main Auditorium

THEATRE 8pm

Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th March Admission €20 & €16concessionInternational Women’sDay 8th March, alltickets €10

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Monday 12th – Saturday 17th March Admission €20 & €16concession Super Saver - €10Tuesday 12th March

Main Auditorium

Date Main Auditorium Time Loose End Studio Time

encounters which pass the time of waiting.Individual resurrections signal a community, likeCarthage, rising from its ashes.This production commemorates the 40thanniversary of Bloody Sunday and this productionof Carthaginians celebrates the 10th anniversaryof the Millennium Forum.

Schoolbooks in Wallpaper By Ian Perth

Native Tallaght comedian Ian Perth's one manshow takes you on a journey of fun and outrage.From the bizarre period that was 80's Irelandthrough our hilarious Celtic tiger ways to thecomedy of errors that lead to Ireland’s financialmeltdown. His style of charismatic warmth, alongwith his witty observations from the past andpresent, have made him a regular in comedy clubsacross Ireland & the UK. ''Sometimes serious, always hilarious… a star of thefuture ... great show” – Edfringe.com

Second Age Theatre Company presents

Macbeth By William Shakespeare Directed by David Horan

Enter the mind of a dictator…Ireland’s award-winning classics company SecondAge arrives at the Civic Theatre with a productionof one of Shakespeare’s greatest and bloodiestplays, Macbeth.Macbeth promises to be an arresting and headytake on one of the greatest tragedies of all time.Fair is foul and foul is fair in the mind of thisMacbeth from the fateful moment when heencounters the weird Sisters in this Second Ageproduction which marries muscular physicalitywith deep psychological exploration.

COMEDY 8.15pm

Thursday 29th –Saturday 31st March Admission €10

Loose End Studio

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CoisCéim presents

Touch MeDirected and Choreographed by DavidBolgerComposer/Saxophonist - Kenneth Edge

Set among the remains of a boarded-up room, agroup of strangers look in from outside. A set ofkeys unlocks the door to hidden gems leftbehind. What was that promise that you made?In 1997, CoisCéim produced the criticallyacclaimed Reel Luck which looked at Ireland onthe cusp of the Celtic Tiger. Through a series ofvignettes, Touch Me comments on society todayand the transformation from tiger visions to theexodus of the once majestic cranes. From thislonely landscape David Bolger rakes through thespoils of an unprecedented era to discover a newbeauty, in the promise of the future, in a richerhumanity. What are the new symbols of fortune?What makes us happy now?

Gúna Nua Theatre Company and Civic Theatrepresents

Goddess of LibertyBy Karen Ardiff With dramaturgical support fromFishamble’s The New Play Clinic.

Gúna Nua commission by award-winning actorand novelist Karen Ardiff, this beautiful newplay tells the story of two Irish immigrants ingold-rush Alaska. The gripping storyline is set inan archetypal boom-bust town. Frankie and Mayare waiting anxiously for May’s daughter T-Belleto return from her claim in the Chilkoot pass. Butthe gold seams are drying up, Frankie isn’t welland there are secrets and surprises everywhere;under the floorboards, down on the docks andin their heads. The Goddess of Liberty tells thestory of three women on the edge of the worldand is by turns hilarious, moving and heart-breaking. This is Karen Ardiff’s first play sinceher critically acclaimed debut novel, The Secretof My Face.

Bull Alley Training College presents

A Season of Plays

Sir John Oldcastle attributed to William ShakespeareDirected by Niall JordanWednesday 22nd February - Saturday 3rd March@ 8.15pm

The Rehearsal by George VilliersDirected by Katherine MurphyTuesday 6th – Saturday 10th March @ 8.15pm

The Recruiting Officerby George FarquharDirected by Gerry LeeTuesday 13th – Saturday 17th March @ 8.15pm

No End of Blameby Howard BarkerDirected by Simon ManahanTuesday 20th – Saturday 24th March @ 8.15pm

For more information on each performance pleasevisit www.civictheatre.ie

Barnstorm Theatre Company presents

A Murder of CrowsBy Mike Kenny with Barnstorm TheatreCompany

A Murder of Crows is a dynamic and theatricallyexciting work for children based on the classic taleof Hansel and Gretel. Six actors/ musicians weavea gothic story of two children's journey fromabandonment and fear to ultimate survival, seenfrom the quirky perspective of a chorus of raucousand garrulous crows, whose boisterous antics willdelight children. A play for children aged 8 andolder. Running time: 65 minutes approximately

Jasango Theatre presents

My Brilliant Divorce by Geraldine Aron

This is Jasango Theatre’s first visit to the Civic withGeraldine Aron’s achingly funny My BrilliantDivorce. The comedy explores what life is like forAngela Kennedy-Lipsky, recently dumped by heraccountant husband for a younger model.Rebuilding her life, she finds herself adrift in a seaof weird sexual encounters, sneaky solicitors,phone-in counsellors, a bad case of hypochondriaand impending poverty. Should she fight to keepher husband? Or should she sign the final papersand move on? Fast-paced modern comedy, not tobe missed!

The Millennium Forum Derry presents

Carthaginians By Frank McGuiness Directed by Adrian Dunbar

Frank McGuinness’ Carthaginians has often beenacknowledged as one of the enduring plays tohave emerged from The Troubles. An elegy forBloody Sunday in Derry, it is a tragedy of intensegrief which becomes the unspoken subjectthrough the personal journeys of three womenand three men who camp out in a graveyardawaiting the resurrection of the dead. Dido is theoutsider who brings daily pram-loads of suppliesincluding a script of his own attempt at a Troublesplay, The Burning Balaclava, the comic centrepiecewhich is surrounded by jokes, quizzes and

THEATRE 8pm

Tuesday 21st – Saturday25th February Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 21st February

Main Auditorium

DANCE 8pm

Saturday 18th February Admission €20 & €16concession

Main Auditorium

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DRAMA 8pm

Thursday 29th March @3pm & 8pmFriday 30th March @ 11am Admission €22 & €20concession€18 for groups of 10 or more

Main Auditorium

Wednesday 22ndFebruary – Saturday 24th March Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

CHILDREN 3pm

Saturday 3rd March Admission €10School PerformancesThursday 1st & Friday2nd March @ 10am &12.30pmAdmission €7.50 GroupRate

Main Auditorium

THEATRE 8pm

Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th March Admission €20 & €16concessionInternational Women’sDay 8th March, alltickets €10

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Monday 12th – Saturday 17th March Admission €20 & €16concession Super Saver - €10Tuesday 12th March

Main Auditorium

Date Main Auditorium Time Loose End Studio Time

encounters which pass the time of waiting.Individual resurrections signal a community, likeCarthage, rising from its ashes.This production commemorates the 40thanniversary of Bloody Sunday and this productionof CCaarrtthhaaggiinniiaannss celebrates the 10th anniversaryof the Millennium Forum.

Schoolbooks in Wallpaper By Ian Perth

Native Tallaght comedian IIaann PPeerrtthh''ss one manshow takes you on a journey of fun and outrage.From the bizarre period that was 80's Irelandthrough our hilarious Celtic tiger ways to thecomedy of errors that lead to Ireland’s financialmeltdown. His style of charismatic warmth, alongwith his witty observations from the past andpresent, have made him a regular in comedy clubsacross Ireland & the UK. ''Sometimes serious, always hilarious… a star of thefuture ... great show” – Edfringe.com

Second Age Theatre Company presents

Macbeth By William Shakespeare Directed by David Horan

Enter the mind of a dictator…Ireland’s award-winning classics company SecondAge arrives at the Civic Theatre with a productionof one of Shakespeare’s greatest and bloodiestplays, MMaaccbbeetthh.MMaaccbbeetthh promises to be an arresting and headytake on one of the greatest tragedies of all time.Fair is foul and foul is fair in the mind of thisMMaaccbbeetthh from the fateful moment when heencounters the weird Sisters in this Second Ageproduction which marries muscular physicalitywith deep psychological exploration.

COMEDY 8.15pm

Thursday 29th –Saturday 31st March Admission €10

Loose End Studio

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CoisCéim presents

Touch MeDirected and Choreographed by DavidBolgerComposer/Saxophonist - Kenneth Edge

Set among the remains of a boarded-up room, agroup of strangers look in from outside. A set ofkeys unlocks the door to hidden gems leftbehind. What was that promise that you made?In 1997, CoisCéim produced the criticallyacclaimed Reel Luck which looked at Ireland onthe cusp of the Celtic Tiger. Through a series ofvignettes, Touch Me comments on society todayand the transformation from tiger visions to theexodus of the once majestic cranes. From thislonely landscape David Bolger rakes through thespoils of an unprecedented era to discover a newbeauty, in the promise of the future, in a richerhumanity. What are the new symbols of fortune?What makes us happy now?

Gúna Nua Theatre Company and Civic Theatrepresents

Goddess of LibertyBy Karen Ardiff With dramaturgical support fromFishamble’s The New Play Clinic.

Gúna Nua commission by award-winning actorand novelist Karen Ardiff, this beautiful newplay tells the story of two Irish immigrants ingold-rush Alaska. The gripping storyline is set inan archetypal boom-bust town. Frankie and Mayare waiting anxiously for May’s daughter T-Belleto return from her claim in the Chilkoot pass. Butthe gold seams are drying up, Frankie isn’t welland there are secrets and surprises everywhere;under the floorboards, down on the docks andin their heads. The Goddess of Liberty tells thestory of three women on the edge of the worldand is by turns hilarious, moving and heart-breaking. This is Karen Ardiff’s first play sinceher critically acclaimed debut novel, The Secretof My Face.

Bull Alley Training College presents

A Season of Plays

Sir John Oldcastle attributed to William ShakespeareDirected by Niall JordanWednesday 22nd February - Saturday 3rd March@ 8.15pm

The Rehearsal by George VilliersDirected by Katherine MurphyTuesday 6th – Saturday 10th March @ 8.15pm

The Recruiting Officerby George FarquharDirected by Gerry LeeTuesday 13th – Saturday 17th March @ 8.15pm

No End of Blameby Howard BarkerDirected by Simon ManahanTuesday 20th – Saturday 24th March @ 8.15pm

For more information on each performance pleasevisit www.civictheatre.ie

Barnstorm Theatre Company presents

A Murder of CrowsBy Mike Kenny with Barnstorm TheatreCompany

A Murder of Crows is a dynamic and theatricallyexciting work for children based on the classic taleof Hansel and Gretel. Six actors/ musicians weavea gothic story of two children's journey fromabandonment and fear to ultimate survival, seenfrom the quirky perspective of a chorus of raucousand garrulous crows, whose boisterous antics willdelight children. A play for children aged 8 andolder. Running time: 65 minutes approximately

Jasango Theatre presents

My Brilliant Divorce by Geraldine Aron

This is Jasango Theatre’s first visit to the Civic withGeraldine Aron’s achingly funny My BrilliantDivorce. The comedy explores what life is like forAngela Kennedy-Lipsky, recently dumped by heraccountant husband for a younger model.Rebuilding her life, she finds herself adrift in a seaof weird sexual encounters, sneaky solicitors,phone-in counsellors, a bad case of hypochondriaand impending poverty. Should she fight to keepher husband? Or should she sign the final papersand move on? Fast-paced modern comedy, not tobe missed!

The Millennium Forum Derry presents

Carthaginians By Frank McGuiness Directed by Adrian Dunbar

Frank McGuinness’ Carthaginians has often beenacknowledged as one of the enduring plays tohave emerged from The Troubles. An elegy forBloody Sunday in Derry, it is a tragedy of intensegrief which becomes the unspoken subjectthrough the personal journeys of three womenand three men who camp out in a graveyardawaiting the resurrection of the dead. Dido is theoutsider who brings daily pram-loads of suppliesincluding a script of his own attempt at a Troublesplay, The Burning Balaclava, the comic centrepiecewhich is surrounded by jokes, quizzes and

THEATRE 8pm

Tuesday 21st – Saturday25th February Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 21st February

Main Auditorium

DANCE 8pm

Saturday 18th February Admission €20 & €16concession

Main Auditorium

Booking & InformationGetting there

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DRAMA 8pm

Thursday 29th March @3pm & 8pmFriday 30th March @ 11am Admission €22 & €20concession€18 for groups of 10 or more

Main Auditorium

Wednesday 22ndFebruary – Saturday 24th March Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

CHILDREN 3pm

Saturday 3rd March Admission €10School PerformancesThursday 1st & Friday2nd March @ 10am &12.30pmAdmission €7.50 GroupRate

Main Auditorium

THEATRE 8pm

Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th March Admission €20 & €16concessionInternational Women’sDay 8th March, alltickets €10

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Monday 12th – Saturday 17th March Admission €20 & €16concession Super Saver - €10Tuesday 12th March

Main Auditorium

Date Main Auditorium Time Loose End Studio Time

encounters which pass the time of waiting.Individual resurrections signal a community, likeCarthage, rising from its ashes.This production commemorates the 40thanniversary of Bloody Sunday and this productionof Carthaginians celebrates the 10th anniversaryof the Millennium Forum.

Schoolbooks in Wallpaper By Ian Perth

Native Tallaght comedian Ian Perth's one manshow takes you on a journey of fun and outrage.From the bizarre period that was 80's Irelandthrough our hilarious Celtic tiger ways to thecomedy of errors that lead to Ireland’s financialmeltdown. His style of charismatic warmth, alongwith his witty observations from the past andpresent, have made him a regular in comedy clubsacross Ireland & the UK. ''Sometimes serious, always hilarious… a star of thefuture ... great show” – Edfringe.com

Second Age Theatre Company presents

Macbeth By William Shakespeare Directed by David Horan

Enter the mind of a dictator…Ireland’s award-winning classics company SecondAge arrives at the Civic Theatre with a productionof one of Shakespeare’s greatest and bloodiestplays, Macbeth.Macbeth promises to be an arresting and headytake on one of the greatest tragedies of all time.Fair is foul and foul is fair in the mind of thisMacbeth from the fateful moment when heencounters the weird Sisters in this Second Ageproduction which marries muscular physicalitywith deep psychological exploration.

COMEDY 8.15pm

Thursday 29th –Saturday 31st March Admission €10

Loose End Studio

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DecemberJanuaryFebruaryMarch

2011/2012

Civic TheatreCalendar of Events

C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

CoisCéim presents

Touch MeDirected and Choreographed by DavidBolgerComposer/Saxophonist - Kenneth Edge

Set among the remains of a boarded-up room, agroup of strangers look in from outside. A set ofkeys unlocks the door to hidden gems leftbehind. What was that promise that you made?In 1997, CoisCéim produced the criticallyacclaimed Reel Luck which looked at Ireland onthe cusp of the Celtic Tiger. Through a series ofvignettes, Touch Me comments on society todayand the transformation from tiger visions to theexodus of the once majestic cranes. From thislonely landscape David Bolger rakes through thespoils of an unprecedented era to discover a newbeauty, in the promise of the future, in a richerhumanity. What are the new symbols of fortune?What makes us happy now?

Gúna Nua Theatre Company and Civic Theatrepresents

Goddess of LibertyBy Karen Ardiff With dramaturgical support fromFishamble’s The New Play Clinic.

Gúna Nua commission by award-winning actorand novelist Karen Ardiff, this beautiful newplay tells the story of two Irish immigrants ingold-rush Alaska. The gripping storyline is set inan archetypal boom-bust town. Frankie and Mayare waiting anxiously for May’s daughter T-Belleto return from her claim in the Chilkoot pass. Butthe gold seams are drying up, Frankie isn’t welland there are secrets and surprises everywhere;under the floorboards, down on the docks andin their heads. The Goddess of Liberty tells thestory of three women on the edge of the worldand is by turns hilarious, moving and heart-breaking. This is Karen Ardiff’s first play sinceher critically acclaimed debut novel, The Secretof My Face.

Bull Alley Training College presents

A Season of Plays

Sir John Oldcastle attributed to William ShakespeareDirected by Niall JordanWednesday 22nd February - Saturday 3rd March@ 8.15pm

The Rehearsal by George VilliersDirected by Katherine MurphyTuesday 6th – Saturday 10th March @ 8.15pm

The Recruiting Officerby George FarquharDirected by Gerry LeeTuesday 13th – Saturday 17th March @ 8.15pm

No End of Blameby Howard BarkerDirected by Simon ManahanTuesday 20th – Saturday 24th March @ 8.15pm

For more information on each performance pleasevisit www.civictheatre.ie

Barnstorm Theatre Company presents

A Murder of CrowsBy Mike Kenny with Barnstorm TheatreCompany

A Murder of Crows is a dynamic and theatricallyexciting work for children based on the classic taleof Hansel and Gretel. Six actors/ musicians weavea gothic story of two children's journey fromabandonment and fear to ultimate survival, seenfrom the quirky perspective of a chorus of raucousand garrulous crows, whose boisterous antics willdelight children. A play for children aged 8 andolder. Running time: 65 minutes approximately

Jasango Theatre presents

My Brilliant Divorce by Geraldine Aron

This is Jasango Theatre’s first visit to the Civic withGeraldine Aron’s achingly funny My BrilliantDivorce. The comedy explores what life is like forAngela Kennedy-Lipsky, recently dumped by heraccountant husband for a younger model.Rebuilding her life, she finds herself adrift in a seaof weird sexual encounters, sneaky solicitors,phone-in counsellors, a bad case of hypochondriaand impending poverty. Should she fight to keepher husband? Or should she sign the final papersand move on? Fast-paced modern comedy, not tobe missed!

The Millennium Forum Derry presents

Carthaginians By Frank McGuiness Directed by Adrian Dunbar

Frank McGuinness’ Carthaginians has often beenacknowledged as one of the enduring plays tohave emerged from The Troubles. An elegy forBloody Sunday in Derry, it is a tragedy of intensegrief which becomes the unspoken subjectthrough the personal journeys of three womenand three men who camp out in a graveyardawaiting the resurrection of the dead. Dido is theoutsider who brings daily pram-loads of suppliesincluding a script of his own attempt at a Troublesplay, The Burning Balaclava, the comic centrepiecewhich is surrounded by jokes, quizzes and

THEATRE 8pm

Tuesday 21st – Saturday25th February Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 21st February

Main Auditorium

DANCE 8pm

Saturday 18th February Admission €20 & €16concession

Main Auditorium

Booking & InformationGetting thereC i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

DRAMA 8pm

Thursday 29th March @3pm & 8pmFriday 30th March @ 11am Admission €22 & €20concession€18 for groups of 10 or more

Main Auditorium

Wednesday 22ndFebruary – Saturday 24th March Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

CHILDREN 3pm

Saturday 3rd March Admission €10School PerformancesThursday 1st & Friday2nd March @ 10am &12.30pmAdmission €7.50 GroupRate

Main Auditorium

THEATRE 8pm

Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th March Admission €20 & €16concessionInternational Women’sDay 8th March, alltickets €10

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Monday 12th – Saturday 17th March Admission €20 & €16concession Super Saver - €10Tuesday 12th March

Main Auditorium

Date Main Auditorium Time Loose End Studio Time

encounters which pass the time of waiting.Individual resurrections signal a community, likeCarthage, rising from its ashes.This production commemorates the 40thanniversary of Bloody Sunday and this productionof Carthaginians celebrates the 10th anniversaryof the Millennium Forum.

Schoolbooks in Wallpaper By Ian Perth

Native Tallaght comedian Ian Perth's one manshow takes you on a journey of fun and outrage.From the bizarre period that was 80's Irelandthrough our hilarious Celtic tiger ways to thecomedy of errors that lead to Ireland’s financialmeltdown. His style of charismatic warmth, alongwith his witty observations from the past andpresent, have made him a regular in comedy clubsacross Ireland & the UK. ''Sometimes serious, always hilarious… a star of thefuture ... great show” – Edfringe.com

Second Age Theatre Company presents

Macbeth By William Shakespeare Directed by David Horan

Enter the mind of a dictator…Ireland’s award-winning classics company SecondAge arrives at the Civic Theatre with a productionof one of Shakespeare’s greatest and bloodiestplays, Macbeth.Macbeth promises to be an arresting and headytake on one of the greatest tragedies of all time.Fair is foul and foul is fair in the mind of thisMacbeth from the fateful moment when heencounters the weird Sisters in this Second Ageproduction which marries muscular physicalitywith deep psychological exploration.

COMEDY 8.15pm

Thursday 29th –Saturday 31st March Admission €10

Loose End Studio

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DecemberJanuaryFebruaryMarch

2011/2012

Civic TheatreCalendar of Events

C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h C i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

CoisCéim presents

Touch MeDirected and Choreographed by DavidBolgerComposer/Saxophonist - Kenneth Edge

Set among the remains of a boarded-up room, agroup of strangers look in from outside. A set ofkeys unlocks the door to hidden gems leftbehind. What was that promise that you made?In 1997, CoisCéim produced the criticallyacclaimed Reel Luck which looked at Ireland onthe cusp of the Celtic Tiger. Through a series ofvignettes, Touch Me comments on society todayand the transformation from tiger visions to theexodus of the once majestic cranes. From thislonely landscape David Bolger rakes through thespoils of an unprecedented era to discover a newbeauty, in the promise of the future, in a richerhumanity. What are the new symbols of fortune?What makes us happy now?

Gúna Nua Theatre Company and Civic Theatrepresents

Goddess of LibertyBy Karen Ardiff With dramaturgical support fromFishamble’s The New Play Clinic.

Gúna Nua commission by award-winning actorand novelist Karen Ardiff, this beautiful newplay tells the story of two Irish immigrants ingold-rush Alaska. The gripping storyline is set inan archetypal boom-bust town. Frankie and Mayare waiting anxiously for May’s daughter T-Belleto return from her claim in the Chilkoot pass. Butthe gold seams are drying up, Frankie isn’t welland there are secrets and surprises everywhere;under the floorboards, down on the docks andin their heads. The Goddess of Liberty tells thestory of three women on the edge of the worldand is by turns hilarious, moving and heart-breaking. This is Karen Ardiff’s first play sinceher critically acclaimed debut novel, The Secretof My Face.

Bull Alley Training College presents

A Season of Plays

Sir John Oldcastle attributed to William ShakespeareDirected by Niall JordanWednesday 22nd February - Saturday 3rd March@ 8.15pm

The Rehearsal by George VilliersDirected by Katherine MurphyTuesday 6th – Saturday 10th March @ 8.15pm

The Recruiting Officerby George FarquharDirected by Gerry LeeTuesday 13th – Saturday 17th March @ 8.15pm

No End of Blameby Howard BarkerDirected by Simon ManahanTuesday 20th – Saturday 24th March @ 8.15pm

For more information on each performance pleasevisit www.civictheatre.ie

Barnstorm Theatre Company presents

A Murder of CrowsBy Mike Kenny with Barnstorm TheatreCompany

A Murder of Crows is a dynamic and theatricallyexciting work for children based on the classic taleof Hansel and Gretel. Six actors/ musicians weavea gothic story of two children's journey fromabandonment and fear to ultimate survival, seenfrom the quirky perspective of a chorus of raucousand garrulous crows, whose boisterous antics willdelight children. A play for children aged 8 andolder. Running time: 65 minutes approximately

Jasango Theatre presents

My Brilliant Divorce by Geraldine Aron

This is Jasango Theatre’s first visit to the Civic withGeraldine Aron’s achingly funny My BrilliantDivorce. The comedy explores what life is like forAngela Kennedy-Lipsky, recently dumped by heraccountant husband for a younger model.Rebuilding her life, she finds herself adrift in a seaof weird sexual encounters, sneaky solicitors,phone-in counsellors, a bad case of hypochondriaand impending poverty. Should she fight to keepher husband? Or should she sign the final papersand move on? Fast-paced modern comedy, not tobe missed!

The Millennium Forum Derry presents

Carthaginians By Frank McGuiness Directed by Adrian Dunbar

Frank McGuinness’ Carthaginians has often beenacknowledged as one of the enduring plays tohave emerged from The Troubles. An elegy forBloody Sunday in Derry, it is a tragedy of intensegrief which becomes the unspoken subjectthrough the personal journeys of three womenand three men who camp out in a graveyardawaiting the resurrection of the dead. Dido is theoutsider who brings daily pram-loads of suppliesincluding a script of his own attempt at a Troublesplay, The Burning Balaclava, the comic centrepiecewhich is surrounded by jokes, quizzes and

THEATRE 8pm

Tuesday 21st – Saturday25th February Admission €20 & €16concessionSuper Saver - €10Tuesday 21st February

Main Auditorium

DANCE 8pm

Saturday 18th February Admission €20 & €16concession

Main Auditorium

Booking & InformationGetting thereC i v i c T h e a t r e D e ce m b e r J a n u a r y Fe b r u a r y M a r c h

DRAMA 8pm

Thursday 29th March @3pm & 8pmFriday 30th March @ 11am Admission €22 & €20concession€18 for groups of 10 or more

Main Auditorium

Wednesday 22ndFebruary – Saturday 24th March Admission €10 & €7Concession

Loose End Studio

8.15pmPROFESSIONALACTORS IN TRAINING

CHILDREN 3pm

Saturday 3rd March Admission €10School PerformancesThursday 1st & Friday2nd March @ 10am &12.30pmAdmission €7.50 GroupRate

Main Auditorium

THEATRE 8pm

Thursday 8th – Saturday 10th March Admission €20 & €16concessionInternational Women’sDay 8th March, alltickets €10

Main Auditorium

DRAMA 8pm

Monday 12th – Saturday 17th March Admission €20 & €16concession Super Saver - €10Tuesday 12th March

Main Auditorium

Date Main Auditorium Time Loose End Studio Time

encounters which pass the time of waiting.Individual resurrections signal a community, likeCarthage, rising from its ashes.This production commemorates the 40thanniversary of Bloody Sunday and this productionof Carthaginians celebrates the 10th anniversaryof the Millennium Forum.

Schoolbooks in Wallpaper By Ian Perth

Native Tallaght comedian Ian Perth's one manshow takes you on a journey of fun and outrage.From the bizarre period that was 80's Irelandthrough our hilarious Celtic tiger ways to thecomedy of errors that lead to Ireland’s financialmeltdown. His style of charismatic warmth, alongwith his witty observations from the past andpresent, have made him a regular in comedy clubsacross Ireland & the UK. ''Sometimes serious, always hilarious… a star of thefuture ... great show” – Edfringe.com

Second Age Theatre Company presents

Macbeth By William Shakespeare Directed by David Horan

Enter the mind of a dictator…Ireland’s award-winning classics company SecondAge arrives at the Civic Theatre with a productionof one of Shakespeare’s greatest and bloodiestplays, Macbeth.Macbeth promises to be an arresting and headytake on one of the greatest tragedies of all time.Fair is foul and foul is fair in the mind of thisMacbeth from the fateful moment when heencounters the weird Sisters in this Second Ageproduction which marries muscular physicalitywith deep psychological exploration.

COMEDY 8.15pm

Thursday 29th –Saturday 31st March Admission €10

Loose End Studio

Culturefox.ie is the definitive online guide to Irish cultural events, givingyou complete information about cultural activities both here and abroad.

To find out what’s on near you right now, visit Culturefox.ie on yourcomputer or mobile phone.