As 2026 comes to an end, it’s time to start planning our theatre trips for the new year!
The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin has officially announced its 2027 season, and let me tell you, there are some incredible shows heading our way!
Irish audiences are treated to not one, not two, but seven spectacular new shows in the upcoming year! While it was previously announced that Hadestown and Hairspray were doing a UK and Ireland tour, the official dates have now been fully confirmed. Furthermore those seven shows are not the only shows playing in the new year!
Guys and Dolls
Step inside this iconic musical following a legendary story of high-stakes gamblers and unexpected romance. Featuring timeless, show-stopping songs everyone knows, from "Luck Be a Lady" to "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat."
Playing from 24 April – 16 May 2027
Hadestown
The Broadway and West End musical sensation is ready for its first-ever UK and Ireland tour. Winner of 8 Tony Awards and seen by over six million people, this acclaimed show takes you on a haunting journey to the underworld through Greek mythic love stories. Will love win?
Playing from 13 – 24 July 2027
Hairspray
"Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now!" Everyone knows that hit song! The beloved classic Hairspray is stepping into the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Tracy Turnblad and her friends are ready to tell their story with a beautiful message of acceptance. This family-friendly show is bursting with show-stopping numbers and dizzying dance routines.
Playing from 10 – 14 August 2027
Operation Mincemeat
Briefing: Go back in time to the year 1943, where Britain is losing the war. But there is nothing to fear, as intelligence officers gamble their futures on a hilarious, bizarre deception involving a stolen corpse. Discover the fast-paced, laugh-out-loud story of how they helped win World War II.
Playing from 17 – 21 August 2027
Sister Act
Follow superstar singer Deloris Van Cartier when her life takes a surprising turn. Forced into witness protection, she transitions from performing on the biggest stages to hiding out in a convent where she can't truly be herself. But Deloris wouldn't be Deloris without giving the choir a bit of her signature stardust.
Playing from 26 October – 6 November 2027
The Nutcracker - Ballet
The beloved stage production of The Nutcracker is coming to Dublin for one week only! On a magical Christmas Eve, Clara receives a wooden Nutcracker doll that comes to life at midnight. After defeating the villainous Mouse King, the Nutcracker transforms into a Prince and whisks Clara away to the enchanted Land of Sweets.
Playing from 9 November – 14 November 2027
Back to the Future - The Musical
Back to the Future - The Musical is an electrifying theatrical adaptation of the classic film. When eccentric scientist Doc Brown invents a DeLorean time machine, teenage Marty McFly is accidentally sent back to 1955, where he must ensure his parents fall in love to save his own existence. The production combines iconic songs from the movie with an explosive new score and groundbreaking special effects.
Playing from 17 November – 31 December 2027
For more information and to buy tickets please go to https://www.bordgaisenergytheatre.ie/
