Opera in the Open

Opera in the Open

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Wood Quay Amphitheatre, Thursday 6th August - Thursday 27th August

Opera in the Open is an initiative of Dublin City Council that presents live performances of operatic work in the open air in Dublin City Centre.

The annual opera season is taking place on 6, 13, 20 & 27 August in the Amphitheatre at the Dublin City Council Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8.

Each opera performance is presented in an abridged format, narrated in English, and lasts one hour, fitting perfectly into the lunchtime slot from 1 to 2pm. Attendance is completely free of charge, and all are welcome!

The Amphitheatre features a raised stage, seating areas, and grassy verges perfect for a picnic lunch. It is conveniently accessible from Winetavern Street and space is made available for wheelchair users. Attendees are encouraged to bring cushions, blankets and camping chairs for additional comfort if desired.

Opera in the Open shows beyond doubt that there is a substantial audience for opera in Dublin. Here in the heart of the city, there's no better way to enjoy summer in Dublin than by enjoying an aria or two at lunchtime each Thursday throughout August.

2026 Programme details:

  • August 6th – Madama Butterfly (Giacomo Puccini)
  • August 13th – Dido and Aeneas (Henry Purcell)
  • August 20th – Orphée Aux Enfers – Orpheus in the Underworld (Jacques Offenbach)
  • August 27th – Gala performance celebrating the work of Giuseppe Verdi – view the Livestream
Date:
Thursday 6th August - Thursday 27th August
Time:
1.00pm
Price:
Free
Address:
Wood Quay Amphitheatre, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, Ireland
Google Map of Wood Quay Amphitheatre, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, Ireland

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