08/27/2026
Five nights. Four countries. One international celebration of theatre, music and the enduring legacy of Eugene O’Neill.
The full line-up for the 2026 Eugene O’Neill International Festival of Theatre has arrived!
From 14–18 October, New Ross will welcome artists from Ireland, the United States, Georgia and Spain for a remarkable week of storytelling and cultural exchange.
Wednesday, 14 October - The Unkillable Irishman
An exciting, funny and heartfelt new play by Wexford playwright Jack Matthews, based on the unbelievable true story of Donegal emigrant Mike Malloy, the man New York gangsters simply could not kill.
Thursday, 15 October - Long Day’s Journey Into Night
The acclaimed Tumanishvili Theatre Company from Tbilisi brings its powerful Georgian interpretation of O’Neill’s masterpiece to Ireland for the first time. Performed in Georgian with English subtitles.
Friday, 16 October - Lucia Joyce, a Small Drama in Motion
Karlik Danza Teatro from Spain presents the Irish premiere of this evocative production combining contemporary dance, theatre and audiovisual film to explore the life of Lucia Joyce.
Saturday, 17 October - Celebration of Music
A celebration of the musical traditions of Ireland, Georgia and Spain, led by acclaimed Irish fiddle player and singer Zoë Conway with guitarist John McIntyre.
Sunday, 18 October - Ah, Wilderness!
Artists from the Eugene O’Neill Foundation, Tao House, in California present O’Neill’s rare and warmly comic portrait of American family life, a delightful contrast to the stark realism for which he is best known.
This year, New Ross becomes an international meeting place where cultures, stories and artistic traditions come togetherand where local talent takes its place with visiting companies from around the world.
When: 14–18 October 2026
Where: St Michael’s Theatre, New Ross
Book tickets through St Michael’s Theatre: +353 51 421255
