Galway International Arts Festival presents
Druid Theatre Company

The Shaughraun

Town Hall Theatre / 3 - 25 Jul 2026

This show is now over. Please see our full listing for other shows you might enjoy.

All performances for The Shaughran are sold out.
Please note we are not operating a waiting list.

Written by Dion Boucicault

Druid returns to The Shaughraun for the first time since 1982. Written by Dion Boucicault in 1874, it captures a restless, divided Ireland.

At its centre is Conn, the shaughraun-trickster, survivor, and unlikely hero. Moving between worlds, he outwits authority with wit, charm, and defiance. Comedy and spectacle intertwine with questions of land, loyalty, and identity.

"One of the world's great acting ensembles" The Guardian

"A world-class company rooted in the cultural fabric of Galway" The Irish Times

Venue: Town Hall Theatre / 3 - 25 Jul 2026

Duration: 150 mins plus interval
Age: 12+
No Latecomers

Previews Fri 3, Sat 4, Mon 13 & Tues 14 July, 7pm
Matinees Sat 18, Thurs 23 & Sat 25 July, 2pm
Captioned Performances: Fri 17 July, 7pm & Sat 18 July, 2pm

There will be a Post Show Talk after the performance on Monday, 20 July

The Shaughraun On-Stage Seating: Customer Information
On-Stage Seating Tickets: Previews €30 / All other performances €33

Access to these seats is via several steps. On-stage seating is not suitable if steps are a challenge.
On-stage seating is not recommended for anyone who requires mobility assistance or who may feel uncomfortable in close proximity to the cast.
The comfort of these seats will differ from standard auditorium seating.
At times, your view may be restricted due to performers, set, or stage action.