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Pavilion Theatre

Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire, Ireland
+353 1 231 2929
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Great venue with wide range of events

The theatre is well located, close to bus and train connections and with good value parking... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago
DUN01170
,
Geneva, Switzerland
On Blueberry Hill (a play) by Sebastian Barry

I am a regular visitor to the Pavillion Theatre and have come to expect high quality productions... read more

Reviewed 4 weeks ago
ATaheny
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Dublin Ireland
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Pavilion Theatre is the municipal theatre for Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown. Our aim is to be recognised as an outstanding performing arts venue through:*quality varied programming*artistic excellence*outstanding service to all artists*sound governance and financial management*a reputation as a centre of excellence for children's programmes
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Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire, Ireland
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+353 1 231 2929
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago

The theatre is well located, close to bus and train connections and with good value parking available metres away. Seats are comfortable with very good acoustics and clear lines of sight. I have attended readings, plays and concerts. All have been of a high standard....More

Thank DUN01170
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Executive at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 6 days ago

Thanks so much for this lovely review - we're thrilled to have you as a regular patron.

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

I am a regular visitor to the Pavillion Theatre and have come to expect high quality productions. This was no exception. A new play from Sebastian Barry, it leave you "rattled" by the time it is over. We meet two very credible character, together in...More

1  Thank ATaheny
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Executive at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

It's so wonderful to hear from a regular patron like yourself, Adrian - thank you! We completely agree That On Blueberry Hill is a thought-provoking a deeply affecting play. It's already on its way to Paris and we've no doubt it will have a long...More

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

The Pavilion Theatre in the historic seaside town of Dun Laoghaire is commuter accessible by bus, train, car and bicycle and has ample cost-effective parking nearby. This compact theatre venue facilitates productions from far and wide. The acoustics and intimacy of the auditorium to the...More

Thank Patrick M
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Executive at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Patrick, thanks from everyone at Pavilion for your kind words. We're glad you enjoyed Fishamble's world premiere production of On Blueberry Hill by Sebastian Barry - it was a smash hit by all accounts! Hope to see you back at Pavilion again very soon.

Reviewed 20 September 2017

Lovely intimate theater. Conveniently located beside train station in dunlaoire. Great selection of Plays, Stand up acts, Cinema screening. Fantastic location for a night out.

Thank Ian M
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Executive at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 21 September 2017

Thanks so much for taking the time to leave feedback Ian! We're delighted you enjoy the theatre and the selection of events we put on. Hope to welcome you back to Pavilion very soon.

Reviewed 5 September 2017

Loved the venue, location couldn't be more convenient between lots of parking near/ around and super access to the DART, staff and wonderful volunteers to meet and greet you, huge screen makes for a most enjoyable evening. Selection of films for this series makes for...More

Thank MaireAnne2016
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Executive at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 7 September 2017

Thank you for that lovely review, Maire Anne! We're delighted you had a great time at the kickoff of our new Monday Night Cinema season - hopefully you'll join us for a few more of the 16 great films planned between now and Christmas.

Reviewed 19 August 2017 via mobile

With only about 300 seats, you really feel connected to the performance. The DART is about 3 minutes walk away. There's parking underneath the venue. The staff are friendly.

Thank elmsoft
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Executive at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 21 August 2017

Short and very sweet, thank you Elmsoft! We pride ourselves on our friendly staff and our location is hard to beat. Please come back soon - we've got a huge selection of events coming up over the next few months.

Reviewed 5 August 2017 via mobile

This is a great venue for intimate theatre, concerts and films. Great location beside Dart station and buses or if driving there is a car park underneath the building and there are good restaurants adjacent too. The staff are always so helpful and friendly. It...More

1  Thank WestWickie
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Executive at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 8 August 2017

Thank you for your kind, detailed review! We really value feedback return theatregoers like yourself. As you say, Pavilion is the perfect venue for cinema, theatre, music, kids' shows... you name it. Michael Murfi's was a fantastic choice of event and he's one of our...More

Reviewed 30 July 2017

I attended an event that was run in the Pavilion Theatre. I travelled by the DART out of Dublin and just across the road you will find the theatre. There are steps & a slope up to the entrance and it is across from the...More

1  Thank Shirlee K
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Executive at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 31 July 2017

Hi Shirlee, thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear you had a great experience at the Dead in Dún Laoghaire Book Festival. There are plenty of literary events we think you'll love in our upcoming Autumn/Winter Season, so keep your eyes...More

Reviewed 13 July 2017 via mobile

Attended the Show 'Every Brilliant Thing at this Venue yesterday evening. Accessible and comfortable, with lovely Staff. The Show is laugh out loud funny in parts, sad and thought-provoking in others. Strikes the perfect balance and keeps you fully engaged for the hour. It should...More

1  Thank Noelle_Clin
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Assistant at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 19 July 2017

Thank you for your kind words Noelle. We're glad you enjoy the show - it's definitely one of our brilliant things. Hopefully we'll see you here again soon!

Reviewed 30 June 2017 via mobile

Thank you so much to the great and often visited Pavilion Theatre for hosting such a fantastic event! Brilliant venue with great staff!! Fantastic performance by the very brilliant Christy Moore enjoyed by myself and my husband on 29th June, 2017 :-)

1  Thank Puddysham
PavilionTheatreDL, Marketing Executive at Pavilion Theatre, responded to this reviewResponded 4 July 2017

Thank you for the lovely words, customer feedback really means a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back to the theatre soon for another great evening out!

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Olivia M
22 March 2017|
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Response from PavilionTheatreDL | Property representative |
Hi Olivia, delighted to hear you got sorted with your seats! Given that this is a sit-down interview we would also recommended the second row in this case. Enjoy the event.
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Lole I
7 February 2017|
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Response from PavilionTheatreDL | Property representative |
Much as we do love Brazil, we think you might have the wrong theatre! Thanks for dropping a line anyway, Lole.
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