Witness the powerful story of two young lovers, Romeo and Juliet, as they find their way to each other amidst a bitter family feud. Their forbidden love leads to a secret marriage and a series of fateful decisions, culminating in a tragic yet unforgettable climax. This open-air performance captures the essence of Shakespeare’s vision, making it an essential experience for both the Bard’s aficionados and first-time audiences. What you need to know: • Seating: Guests are invited to bring their own rugs or low-backed seating for comfort. • Attire: Please dress appropriately for an ev

Bloomsday celebrates Thursday 16 June 1904, the day depicted in James Joyce’s novel Ulysses. The day is named after Leopold Bloom, the central character in Ulysses. The novel follows the life and thoughts of Leopold Bloom and a host of other characters – real and fictional – from 8am on 16 June 1904 through to the early hours of the following morning. Celebrations often include dressing up like characters from the book and in clothes that would have been the style of the era. One of the hallmark fancy dress items of Bloomsday is the straw boater hat. Celebrations come in many differen

Kick off your Bloomsday celebrations with an uplifting evening of theatre and music at Dalkey Castle. A talented cast will perform witty, moving extracts from Ulysses, Dubliners, and A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, showcasing Joyce’s lighter side. Baritone, Simon Morgan, accompanied by Josh Johnston, will perform ‘Joycean’ songs. New for 2025! Enjoy Songs of Joyce — a lively musical journey through sea shanties, street ballads, and music hall favourites, performed with flair by Sinéad Murphy and Darina Gallagher.