by Norman Corwin directed by Vincent Dowling May 15- July 5, 2009 In 1858, two extraordinary men shared a podium to debate issues that would rock the world. Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Douglas, the nation’s most charismatic orators, tackled these … [Read more...] about The Rivalry
2008-2009 Season
The Yeats Project
by W.B. Yeats directed by Charlotte Moore & Ciarán O’Reilly April 14th at 8pm: Irish Rep Mainstage The Fiddle and The Pen An informal night when musicians and writers share the stage, read their favorite poems and reveal the influence Yeats … [Read more...] about The Yeats Project
Aristocrats
by Brian Friel directed by Charlotte Moore January 16- March 8, 2009 One of the most distinctive voices in contemporary Irish theater, master storyteller Brian Friel is at the top of his form with this touching story of a once powerful and … [Read more...] about Aristocrats
Confessions of an Irish Publican
W. Scott McLucas Studio Theatre starring Des Keogh a new comedy adapted from the writings of John B. Keane directed by Charlotte Moore November 5 - November 30, 2008 The man who brought you The Love Hungry Farmer is back! Des Keogh returns in John … [Read more...] about Confessions of an Irish Publican
The Master Builder
by Henrik Ibsen adapted by Frank McGuinness directed by Ciarán O'Reilly October 10 - November 30, 2008 The Master Builder is one of the world’s great plays brought vibrantly to life by Ireland’s leading playwright. Frank McGuinness (Someone Who’ll … [Read more...] about The Master Builder
After Luke & When I Was God
by Conal Creedon directed by Tim Ruddy July 29- September 27, 2008 Two potent plays from Ireland that explore the sometime volatile world of father and son. The Irish Repertory Theatre is proud to present the American Premiere of After Luke. … [Read more...] about After Luke & When I Was God