June 2008 Listings
SCHOOLS
Tues 10 June at 10am and 12.30pm
Dynamo Theatre Co
Tickets: €7
Based in Quebec, Dynamo Theatre are one of Canada's premiere theatre companies. Through movement and imagery, they tell of a young boy stranded on a mysterious island. Suitable for ages 6 to 11. Read more..
SCHOOLS
Thurs 12 June at 10am and 12.30pm
Lyngo Theatre in in collaboration with The Egg, Theatre Royal Bath
Tickets: €7
NB: As June 12 is the day of the Lisbon referendum, this show has been postponed until the autumn.
Hansel and Gretel’s journey takes them from a house with empty cupboards and a mother who doesn’t like children to a house made of sweets and someone who just loves children – on toast! Age suitability: 4+. Read more..
SPECIAL EVENT
Fri 13 June
Donegal International Rally
9am to 12pm (approx)
Once a year An Grianán comes alive to the roar of high performance engines as the Donegal International Rally rolls into town. Rally organisers have found An Grianán the ideal venue for the pre-rally safety briefing for several years now and while the drivers gather inside, the public can get up close and personal with the rally cars that will surround the theatre all morning.
NB: car park will be closed to all patrons from Thursday evening to Friday afternoon.
COMEDY
Tues 17 June at 8pm
Tickets: €25, Friends €22
The star of 'Des Bishop's Work Experience' and 'Joy in Da Hood' is back with a brand new show. Read on..
Extra date added due to demand!
NB: over 18s. Strong language/content.
DRAMA
Tues 24 to Sat 28 June at 8pm
The Abbey Theatre
Opening night special offer: all tickets €24 - buy 1 get 1 free
Wed to Sat: €24/€18
Friends: Personal 3 for 2, Couples 4 for 2, Business 6 for 3
Ireland's National Theatre, take The Seafarer up the Swilly into An Grianán, one of only three venues fortunate enough to be chosen to host this tour of Conor McPherson's latest play. Read more..