Theatre Royal Waterford
Theatre Royal Waterford
Upcoming Events
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TAKE A TOUR OF THEATRE ROYAL
Wednesday July 29th – 10am, Saturday August 29th – 12pm, Thursday September 3rd – 10am
Local Artists, Main, All, Theatre
A Village
In collaboration with the Aiséirí Progression Programme
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PUB THEATRE ROYALE
Four short plays. One great night.
Main, All, Music
**VERY LIMITED AVAILABILITY** The Coronas – A Series of Intimate Shows
These intimate performances offer fans a rare chance to experience the band up close, hear stories behind the song and enjoy music spanning more th…
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Kafka’s Doll
Kafka’s Doll invites audiences of all ages on a captivating journey, offering Kafka’s final gift of hope in an uncertain world.
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Cash Returns
Hailed as hands down the greatest and most exciting Johnny Cash & June Carter Tribute in the UK, Ireland and beyond by Man In Black fans everywhere.
Main, Local Artists, Stage School, All, Musical
West Side Story
Jack Cunningham Productions. Young lovers are caught between prejudice and warring street gangs in this seminal retelling of Romeo and Juliet.
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Rehearsed Reading “GENESIS” By Niamh Fennessy
Niamh Fennessy presents a rehearsed reading of her new play Genesis featuring a local cast of actors.
Supporting Artists
Artist Resources
We are passionate about the arts and committed to giving artists the space, time and means to explore and develop ideas.
We aim to be a hub that encourages the development and creation of new work by professional artists and arts practitioners, including writers, musicians, actors, directors, dancers, clowns, producers.
Our doors are open, and our highly experienced team are on hand to provide a range of supports.
Supports include:
Development/ rehearsal space onstage (dark time)
Office space (hot desk)
Discounted venue rental, guaranteed fees for high-quality artistic work with limited commercial potential
Artist in Residence opportunities
Production support for new work, including tech, box office, management & marketing.
Mentoring support for artists and first-time producers when planning and writing funding applications
Informal mentoring support from heads of marketing, tech and management
05/05/2026
Calling young musicians!
Jam@TheRoyal live music experience is back on 13th-15th July for young musicians ages 11-14 years.
13/04/2026
Calling young performers!!
Theatre Royal and Curious State Theatre Company are seeking young theatre makers, musicians, singers and performers to take part in ‘The Dreamers’, an exciting outdoor showcase for Cruinniú na…
Venue Hire
The Theatre Royal in Waterford City, one of the most atmospheric and historic theatres in Ireland, is available as a venue for conferences and corporate launches, with the added inhouse option of live streaming your event to ‘virtual’ delegates all over the world. Our customisable venue will suit any and all requirements. Depending on the size of your event, you can hire the main auditorium or the smaller vestibule. Whatever your requirements, Theatre Royal Waterford has the dedicated and experienced team to ensure that all your production, ticketing and marketing needs are met, including full technical support.
Theatre Director
Mary Boland
Phone
(0)51 853626
theatredirector@theatreroyal.ie
From Dublin
When travelling on N9 (from Dublin), N25 ( from Wexford) or N24 ( from Limerick):
1. Follow signs for Waterford city centre and cross the bridge.
2. At the traffic lights, turn left and proceed down the Quay and Custom House Parade.
3. The road will bend to the right, away from the river, with The Tower Hotel facing you.
4. Go straight through the next set of traffic lights and the Theatre Royal is on your right-hand side.
From Cork
When travelling on N25 from Cork:
1. Follow signs for Waterford city centre, until you get to Parnell Street, which then becomes The Mall.
2. The Theatre Royal is on the left-hand side of The Mall.
Parking
The Theatre Royal is located in the heart of Waterford city, and there is plenty of on-street parking and car parks in the area.
The nearest car parks are Bolton Street Car Park, Gasworks Waterside and The Quay.
Please ensure you leave plenty of time before the performance to locate parking.
Groups Booking
Group bookings are available for selected shows at the Theatre Royal. Groups of 10 or more are entitled to discounts of 10%
Please contact the Box Office on:
Phone: 051-874402
Email: boxoffice@theatreroyal.ie
Your Visit
In the 220 years since the establishment of the Georgian playhouse which was subsequently adapted in the late nineteenth century to become the Theatre Royal we know today, Waterford has been renowned for its local musical and dramatic traditions. The Theatre Royal, often referred to as “The People’s Theatre”, has been the traditional venue for this creative activity down through the generations.
It is the home for long established amateur societies and hosted the Waterford International Festival of Light Opera since its inception in 1958. As the premiere venue in the South East of Ireland, the Theatre Royal plays host to the best national and international touring artists and companies and, with the support of Waterford City and County Council and The Arts Council, is also firmly committed to supporting artists in their professional practice.
Phone
(0)51 874402
boxoffice@theatreroyal.ie
Theatre Friends
- Ronan & Jeanne Brazil
- Eadaoin Carrick
- AnneMarie Caulfield
- Mike Conway
- Tom O Brien
- Billy O Dwyer
- Des Purcell
- Eileen Queally
- Constance Sheridan
- Stephanie Taheny
- Donal & Helen Tully
Sponsored Seats
- Donal & Clare Brazil
- The Boland Family
- Monica & Michael Cahillane
- Larry Collopy
- Mary Coppinger
- Mary Coughlan & Ruth O Donoghue
- Jenny Cunninham
- Joan Dalton & Brendan Cummins
- Catherine Delaney
- Peter Dooley
- Seán & Margaret Dower
- Sarah Jane Duggan
- Ann Marie Fennessy
- Phil Healy
- Anne Heine
- Frank Hutchinson
- Andy & Kathy Jordan
- Jordan’s The American Bar
- Aisling Larkin
- Shane Minnock
- Jim Nolan
- Keith Noonan
- Redmond O Donoghue
- Gaye, John, & Ger Power
- Jody Power
- Pat & Brid Power
- Seamus & Deirdre Ryan
- Waterford Chamber
- Waterford Panto Society
- John Thompson
- Des & Lucy Whelan
- Nora & Jack Widger
Partners and Friends
We greatly appreciate and thank our Corporate Partners and individual Friends for choosing to support the Theatre Royal. All support received is directed towards preserving this beautiful theatre and contributes to a rich and vibrant arts culture which is at the heart of our city. If you are interested in supporting our work, please talk to a member of our staff.
Theatre Director
Mary Boland
Phone
(0)51 853626
theatredirector@theatreroyal.ie
