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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

January 2025

18th January - 25th January €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 […]

14th January @ 7:00 pm - 28th January @ 9:00 pm Free
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Dunamaise Arts Centre is delighted to offer a 3-week My Brat Bhride Workshop. At each session, Rita O'Loughlin will guide you to work on your own healing Brigid's Cloak, ready to be hung out for […]

28th January - 30th January €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 @ 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 @ 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

5th February @ 7:30 pm - 6th February @ 10:00 pm €15
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The 1950s high school dream is about to explode in this rollicking musical that is both an homage to the idealism of the fifties and a satire of high schoolers’ age-old desire to be rebellious. […]

8th February @ 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 […]

8th February @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €28
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Get ready to be blown away by the ultimate celebration of some of the most iconic female artists of all time. This multi-diva show is a feast for the senses, featuring the likes of Cher, […]

12th February @ 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 @ 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 @ 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 @ 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 @ 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 @ 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 @ 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

1st March - 2nd March €14 – €16
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Let it go... The story of Elsa and Anna takes us on a magical adventure, following the tale of Anna and Elsa, two sisters one blessed with a magical ice power which she is trying […]

4th March - 6th March €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 @ 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 @ 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 @ 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 […]

20th March @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €32
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Patrick Feeney was born to sing and from the tender age of four he wanted to be on stage with his father who played in a local band. His phenomenal success, especially over the past […]

22nd March @ 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 @ 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 […]

26th March @ 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 […]

28th March @ 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 […]

29th March @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €32
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These talented musicians set a new standard with incredible arrangements and harmonies. Join Onóir on a musical odyssey from their take on traditional to modern songs. From tears to laughter, enjoy chemistry, excitement and banter […]

April 2025

8th April @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €20
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Imagine this. It's 2032. The people have spoken on both sides of the border and Ireland is a brand new 32-county country. There's a new flag. A new anthem. There's even a new capital. Leave […]

9th April @ 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.

January 2025

15th January @ 7:00 pm - 16th April @ 9:00 pm Free
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A transformative, 14-week programme inspired by The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron, which encourages participants to explore and reclaim their creativity. Building on established principles of creative expression, this programme is designed to engage participants […]

April 2025

23rd April @ 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 @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €27.50
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Join Declan Nurney and his super live band with special guests John McNicholl and John Hogan for a nostalgic night of music, song and laughter on the 2025 Round and Round concert tour.Declan has gone […]

May 2025

24th May @ 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 @ 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 […]

September 2025

11th September @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €32
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Scotland’s internationally acclaimed and mesmerizing songstress, Eddi Reader, of Fairground Attraction fame, teams up with Ireland’s own piano accordion maestro, Alan Kelly and his gang of acclaimed musicians. Brimming with powerful instrumentals, alluring songs and […]

October 2025

10th October @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €24
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From Anne Gildea, the woman who taught you How to Get The Menopause and Enjoy It, comes a brand-new show and what an hilarious adventure it’s going to be. Join us as Anne explores the […]

11th October @ 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 […]

November 2025

8th November @ 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm €25
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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, […]