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Dublin Theatre Festival opens with Irish and international shows

Real news from Ireland: Dublin's theatre festival opens with performances across the city.

RTÉ · Published: Sep 24, 2026 · Guide checked: Sep 27, 2026 · 6 min preparation

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The context

What to know first

Dublin Theatre Festival is a long-running arts event in Ireland's capital. This year's programme includes Irish and international productions.

RTÉ's report introduces the festival and describes several shows. Read for the difference between a real event, a play's plot and a performer's comments.

Questions for the original

Think in English

  1. Where does the festival take place?
  2. Which production at the Abbey Theatre is based on short fiction?
  3. How does the report describe the range of shows?

Afterward

Which kind of live performance would you choose to see, and why?

Quick practice

Vocabulary flashcards

Think of the meaning, then turn the card.

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Continue with the original

Original report: RTÉ

Dublin Theatre Festival to celebrate creative artistry on stage

You have the context and key words. Open the publisher's report in English to get the full story.

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