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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
+353 57 866 3355
info@dunamaise.ie
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

September 2024

All of Us Strangers

4th September @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €8
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Screenwriter Adam lives alone in a near empty tower block. His secluded life is interrupted by an unexpected reunion with his parents, both of whom died decades earlier. Back at the tower block, he meets […]

The Murder of Michael Collins

5th September @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €20
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Historical Entertainer Paddy Cullivan brings you the incredible story of the death of Ireland’s first Commander-in-Chief. An audio-visual spectacular featuring hundreds of images, shocking new research and incredible songs, Paddy dares to unravel the secrets […]

Kieran Corrigan Live Up and At It

7th September @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €35
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Following on from his sell out show, KC is back with a bang. Join us for an evening of unfiltered hilarity as our witty hosts engage in side-splitting banter, sharing outrageous stories, and riffing on […]

Smoke Sauna Sisterhood

11th September @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm €8
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Estonia’s smoke sauna tradition is on UNESCO’s list of “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity”. Anna Hint’s award-winning documentary observes a group of women from the Võro community as they share not just the sauna-based rituals, […]

Freud’s Last Session

18th September @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €8
Dunamaise Arts Centre
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On the eve of the Second World War, two of the greatest minds of the twentieth century, C.S. Lewis and Sigmund Freud converge for their own personal battle over the existence of God. It interweaves […]

Mary Coughlan & Ultan Conlon A Close Encounter

21st September @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €30
Dunamaise Arts Centre
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This combination of stories, songs and audience interaction is a show which has to be experienced to be indelibly imprinted in your memory. With sold out performances around the country and high demand for return […]

The Teachers’ Lounge

25th September @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm €8
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Carla is a newly appointed, very dedicated high school teacher. When one of her students is accused of theft, Carla decides to take the matter into her own hands, setting a trap for the ‘real’ […]

June 2024

James Mac MUA Exhibition

29th June - 27th September Free
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Celebrate the fusion of makeup and art at the James Mac Mua Exhibition in Dunamaise Arts Centre Portlaoise! James Mac MUA Exhibition Renowned makeup artist and Glow Up Finalist James MacInerney is set to captivate […]

September 2024

Clothes Swap Facilitated by Artist, Rebecca Deegan

28th September @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm €3
Dunamaise Arts Centre
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Due to rising demand the fantastic Clothes Swap and Sustainable Fashion event returns. Previously featuring wearable art displays, upcycling ideas, demos from slow-fashion designers and makers, this event is a sustainable fashionista's ideal afternoon out

October 2024

Paul Brady at Dunamaise Arts Centre

4th October @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €45
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Continuing our series of very special 25th Anniversary Celebration concerts, Dunamaise is proud and delighted to host an evening with Paul Brady. Don’t miss this captivating experience, as Paul invites you into his world of […]

Creative Recovery Workshop with David Delaney

5th October @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm €40 – €50
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Join us at Dunamaise Arts Centre for a workshop filled with creativity and inspiration. This event is all about tapping into your artistic side and letting your imagination run wild. Whether you're a seasoned artist […]

Niall ‘Bressie’ Breslin Where is My Mind?

8th October @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €32.50
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Having led a colourful life thus far and being no stranger to a slap from the dark side, Bressie has made it his vocation to excavate and discover what it is that makes us humans […]

The Dead Letter Office

10th October @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm €5
Dunamaise Arts Centre
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Elizabeth is a Dead Letter Detective and knows everything there is to know about lost post. She loves her job  but people don’t send letters anymore. The Dead Letter Office is a play for young […]

Robert Mizzell Nashville Songbook

11th October @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €27
Dunamaise Arts Centre
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Louisiana born Robert Mizzell has called Ireland home for over 25 years and was voted ‘Ireland’s Favourite Country Music Singer’ in an RSVP Magazine poll. This concert celebrates over 50 years of American country music, […]

80s Icons Show

12th October @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €28.50
Dunamaise Arts Centre
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Back due to phenomenal demand, the 80’s Icons Show returns to the Dunamaise stage, taking you back to the decade when shoulders were big, clothes were colourful and music was a smorgasbord of many delights. […]

Deirdre O’Kane – O’Kaning It

18th October @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €28
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Comedic fireball Deirdre O'Kane is mad for road, mercilessly mining hilarity from the human condition. Will she conquer the chaos or revel in it? Tame the mayhem or "O'Kane it"? Either way you're in for […]

Ronan Collins Showband Hits and Stories

24th October @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €32.50
Dunamaise Arts Centre
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Ronan Collins, Broadcaster and Singer looks forward to bringing his new show to Dunamaise Arts Centre. With his knowledge of the Showbands, Stars and Songs of that golden era, Ronan will sing the hits and […]

November 2024

Manchán Magan Rewilding the Mind

26th November @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm €16
Dunamaise Arts Centre
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Join Manchán for a fascinating exploration of the rising connection people are feeling with the spirit and the lore of the land of Ireland. This talk is a celebration of the extraordinary heritage our ancestors […]

December 2024

Susan McCann Christmas Concert

12th December @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €29
Dunamaise Arts Centre
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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 […]

Deirdre O’Kane O’Kaning It Extra Show Added

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 […]

The Blooze Brothers

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 […]

Abba Forever The Christmas Show

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 […]

January 2025

An Evening with Michael Harding

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 […]

February 2025

Here Comes The Girls

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 […]