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Be Inspired By The Arts - Laois Tourism
Be Inspired By The Arts - Laois Tourism

Dunamaise Arts Centre has become an essential addition to the cultural landscape of County Laois and one of our central missions is to continue to inspire people to discover and love the arts!

We are delighted to continue in our commitment in supporting the arts in Laois in presenting the very best in local, national and international arts practice. We are proud to have been commended over the years as being a model for practice in the promotion of and access to the arts and we are thrilled to play such a significant part in the social, cultural and economic life of the county and among its communities.

 

A little about us:

Dunamaise Arts Centre has become an essential addition to the cultural landscape of County Laois and one of our central missions is to continue to inspire people to discover and love the arts!

We are delighted to continue in our commitment in supporting the arts in Laois in presenting the very best in local, national and international arts practice. We are proud to have been commended over the years as being a model for practice in the promotion of and access to the arts and we are thrilled to play such a significant part in the social, cultural and economic life of the county and among its communities.

 

Contact
Church Street, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, Ireland
Opening Hours:
Mon. Closed
Tue. 01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Wed. 01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Thu. 01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Fri. 01:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Sat. 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Sun. Closed

December 2024

7th December - 8th December €10 – €15
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Supported by Dunamaise Arts Centre and Laois Arts Office Funded by Arts Council Ireland. The festival aims to support young dancers by showcasing their talents and welcoming professional guests. In its 10th edition, LDP offers […]

10th December - 11th December €5 – €15
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The TY students of Dunamase College/ Coláiste Dhún Másc are delighted to present "elf" The Musical this December. Elf is the funny and charming tale of Buddy, who mistakenly crawled into Santa’s bag as a […]

12th December @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €29
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The show features Susan along with her live band, which includes her husband and mentor for over 50 years, Dennis. Special guest, her granddaughter Sinead Heaney. This would be an ideal early Christmas present so […]

13th December @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €28
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Dunamaise Arts Centre Portlaoise are delighted to announce an extra show has now been added to Deirdre O Kanes Laois leg of her tour. This will be the last chance to see her in Laois […]

14th December @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm €5
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In this animated movie, a disillusioned little boy, clad in his pyjamas, boards a magic train to the North Pole and has the adventure of a lifetime en route. On arrival, he tumbles down never-ending […]

14th December @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €25
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This 11 piece band featuring Jake and Elwood Blooze and accompanied by the amazing Soul Sisters, are known for their high-energy performances and impeccable harmonies. They are backed by a tight-knit group of musicians, including […]

18th December @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm €5 – €8
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The classic Christmas favourite returns to Dunamaise Arts Centre in December. Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn't […]

19th December @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €30
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It’s always party time when Abba comes to town but when it’s the Christmas Show, then that’s a real excuse to let your hair down. This happy sing-a-long event is pure escapism. It celebrates Abbas […]

20th December @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €32.50
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Dunamise is proud and delighted to welcome back Robert Sheehan to his debut stage, for this not-to-be missed evening of entertainment. Laois native and a long time supporter of Dunamaise, Robert is the star of Misfits and The Umbrella […]

21st December @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm €15
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Join our three little heroes on the most magical night of the year as they build their houses, first with straw, then with sticks and finally with bricks in their quest for a home that […]

January 2025

8th January 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €5 – €8
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The Day of Trees is highly original feature documentary. Tomás, a middle-aged film producer, embarks on a journey of discovery with his friend and colleague, film director, Alan. As they progress, we witness first-hand Tomás’s […]

10th January 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €30
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Jerry Fish is one of Ireland’s most enigmatic and entertaining performers with his now legendary live shows, a unique live theatrical experience that dissolves all boundaries between performer and audience. Join Jerry Fish at Dunamaise […]

18th January 2025 @ 8:00 am - 25th January 2025 @ 5:00 pm €16 – €20
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Portlaoise Pantomime Group will present Jack and the Beanstalk from January 18th to January 25th. And as in previous years, with their reputation for hugely entertaining productions of song dance comedy and laughter for all […]

28th January 2025 - 30th January 2025 €7 – €17
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Get ready for a dazzling performance as Scoil Chriost Ri Transition Year students bring the beloved musical Mamma Mia to life on stage. With a stellar cast of talented TY students, vibrant choreography, and stunning […]

31st January 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €27
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Michael Harding’s father had a profound effect on his life. In 2023 Michael walked the Camino de Santiago, and wrote a volume of memoir entitled I Loved Him from the Day he Died. Join Michael […]

31st January 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €27
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Michael Harding’s father had a profound effect on his life. In 2023 Michael walked the Camino de Santiago, and wrote a volume of memoir entitled I Loved Him from the Day he Died. Join Michael as […]

February 2025

2nd February 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €28
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This multi-diva show is a feast for the senses, featuring the likes of Cher, Madonna, Lady Gaga, Shania Twain, Annie Lennox, Gloria Estefan, Blondie, Katy Perry, Adele, Abba and Bananarama. Get ready to dance, sing and […]

12th February 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €5 – €8
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Rona, fresh out of rehab, returns to the wild Orkney Islands after more than a decade away. As she reconnects with the dramatic landscape where she grew up, memories of her childhood merge with the […]

15th February 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €28.50
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The upcoming tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Don Williams, Patsy Cline, Charley Pride, Tammy Wynette and Kenny Rogers and new tributes to icons Hank Williams, Alan Jackson, Glen Campbell, […]

19th February 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €5 – €8
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The story of Ireland’s treatment of women through the prism of a unique, surreal, live televised competition, that has to be seen to be believed, where a generation of Irish women competed in front of […]

22nd February 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €29
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Emma Doran is one of the most exciting stand-ups to emerge from these shores in years. She’s crammed so much into the last 20 years of her life that she is now officially the voice […]

26th February 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €5 – €8
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The setting is New Ross, Wexford, in the run up to Christmas, where coal merchant Bill Furlong is working hard to keep his clients supplied before for a hard winter sets in; a quiet, introspective […]

27th February 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €29
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Prepare yourself for Chiral as they tear down the walls of convention and bring you into a world of sonic and visual spectacular! This is no ordinary gig - it’s a multifaceted experience designed to […]

28th February 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €30
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A one-woman play starring the much-acclaimed Irish actress, Norma Sheahan. The braver, bolder Norma has dived off the cliff and hopes to grow wings on the way down. She invites you on her journey as […]

March 2025

4th March 2025 - 6th March 2025 €15
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Grease is a vibrant and energetic musical that captures the spirit of the 1950s, blending unforgettable songs, catchy dance numbers, and a nostalgic storyline. Set in Rydell High, it follows the summer romance of Danny […]

12th March 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €5 – €8
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Iris seems to have it all – a wonderful husband, 2 beautiful daughters and a successful dental practice. But after 16 years of marriage, the passion has disappeared. So Iris decides to take a lover. […]

13th March 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €20
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An exciting showcase of three incredible Irish, female singer-songwriters 'In the Round' – a cosy, informal and conversational gig for Megan O'Neill, Grainne Hunt and Emma Langford to get personal, have fun on stage and […]

19th March 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €5 – €8
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Following the death of his father, Frankie Burke a kindly taxi driver living a quiet life in a Dublin suburb, is forced to confront the ghosts of his past when an unexpected stranger arrives at […]

22nd March 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €20 – €22
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Enjoy a night of classical concertos and melodies performed by instrumentalists exuding energy, excitement, colour and virtuosic flair in their playing. The programme includes works by Vivaldi, Grieg, Ponchielli, Bach, Faure and Mozart.

22nd March 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €23 – €25
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A moving, tender and often hilarious insight into the life and times of Paddy Armstrong. Fifty years after his wrongful conviction, aged 74, Paddy Armstrong is wrestling with a thousand turbulent memories. Don Wycherley brings […]

28th March 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €25
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Enya Martin started her career in comedy when she created the Facebook page Giz A Laugh making two-minute comedy videos. Her sharp eye for observing the madness of life around her in her native Clondalkin […]

April 2025

9th April 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €5 – €8
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A documentary following writer and social entrepreneur Catherine Cleary and her work to transform land in Roscommon into a forest and nature reserve. Featuring a voiceover by Mary McEvoy, short film with a panel discussion.

23rd April 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €20 – €22
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In a remote farmhouse, Nell prepares to scatter her son’s ashes with her grieving daughter-in-law,while a visitor settles in for an idyllic break in the wilds of West Clare. However, their weekend plans will be […]

26th April 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €27.50
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An unforgettable evening with Stephen Pride, brother of the iconic Charlie Pride, accompanied by a dynamic six-piece country band. Relive the magic of Charlie Pride’s greatest hits in one spectacular concert. Don’t let this opportunity […]

May 2025

24th May 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €30
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Hailing from Newry, Northern Ireland, The 4 Of Us has been captivating audiences for over three decades with their soulful melodies and compelling lyrics. Brothers Brendan & Declan Murphy will perform the highlights of their […]

30th May 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €27
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Back by popular demand, one of Ireland's top country stars Shawn Cuddy returns to Dunamaise for another memorable night of toe-tapping country magic, performing a host of his trademark hits along with some new material […]

October 2025

11th October 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €28.50
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Back by popular demand, the 80s Icons Show returns to the Dunamaise stage, ready to transport you to the era of big shoulders, bold colours, and an unforgettable mix of music. 80s Icons Show Back […]