Kilkenny is steeped in theatrical history. From the time the Duke of Ormonde (1698) brought the first Strollers Theatre group to Kilkenny, to the present day, Kilkenny has been synonymous with the world of theatre.

Located in the heart of Kilkenny City, the Watergate Theatre have been keeping audiences entertained since 1993 with local, national and international productions, live music, dance, comedy and much more.

2017 marks the 24^th year of the Watergate Theatre. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support and look forward to offering you an exciting programme from both visiting companies as well as home grown performances.

As most people are aware, a substantial amount of work at the Watergate Theatre is done on a voluntary basis. Areas covered include, Front of House, Coffee Dock, Costume Designers, Set Building etc. We are currently looking for volunteers to help, if you feel you could contribute to your local theatre we would be delighted to hear from you.

A variety of exhibitions are displayed in our upstairs gallery on a regular basis. You can call in and have a look during our opening hours.

The Watergate Theatre look forward to welcoming you to our forthcoming shows.

List of upcoming shows can also be found at http://www.visitkilkenny.ie/Events_Kilkenny

Upcoming Shows at the Watergate Theatre in 2017...

• Thursday 15th to Sunday 18th June - Entertainment - Jesters Stage Academy presents "Stars On Cue" - 7pm, €15/12.50

• Friday 23rd June - Theatre - "Between Your Love and Mine" - 8pm, €18/16

• Friday 30th June to Saturday 1st July - Dance - Dancewise Academy present "Musical Mayhem" - 8pm, €12/10

• Thursday 13th to Saturday 15th July + Thursday 20th to Saturday 22nd July - Theatre - Watergate Productions present "The Kings of The Kilburn High Road" - 8pm, €18/15

• Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th August - Theatre - Stephen Rea reads Oscar Wilde's 'De Profundis' - 4pm, €25/22.50   [part of Kilkenny Arts Festival]

• More to be announced soon...

• More information on shows at http://watergatetheatre.com/