The August lull is a good week to get organised, and this one rewards a bit of forward planning. A run of family shows slides into the 3Olympia, an Abbey production counts down its final nights, and a couple of gigs are aimed squarely at people who like their guitars loud and unpleasant. Here’s what to pencil in.
Events This Week
The week’s gigs and shows worth booking now, before the good seats go.
Chat Pile, Oklahoma City noise-rock at full grim tilt, with Ragana in support.
Wed 19 August · The Button Factory · Dublin
Bluey’s Big Play, The Heeler family come to life as a puppet stage show, about 50 minutes and pitched right for small fans of the telly series.
Thu 20 August · 3Olympia Theatre · Dublin
Bluey’s Big Play, Friday brings a relaxed performance of the same family show, a gentler room for kids who need it.
Fri 21 August · 3Olympia Theatre · Dublin
Bluey’s Big Play, Three shows run across the Saturday, so there’s plenty of scope to slot it around naps and lunch.
Sat 22 August · 3Olympia Theatre · Dublin
Bluey’s Big Play, Two Sunday shows round out the weekend, a soft landing for the youngest theatre-goers.
Sun 23 August · 3Olympia Theatre · Dublin
Prostitute, An abrasive US noise band make their Irish debut in a bumped-up room.
Mon 24 August · The Workmans Club · Dublin
What’s Happening
Longer runs and one-offs to work into the days ahead.
Ulster American, Matthew Broderick leads David Ireland’s savage, very funny clash of egos.
Dublin
Teen Craft Club, A free fortnightly drop-in of crafts and snacks for teens 13+.
Dublin
Music on the Plaza, Free outdoor lunchtime concerts at Axis Ballymun on summer Wednesdays.
Dublin
Making a night of it in the city
If a late gig or an early family show means you’d rather not chance the last train home, a night in town takes the stress out of it. A base near Temple Bar or Dame Street puts most of this week’s shows within a short walk. Find a Dublin stay
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