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Wednesday 23 September 2026 to Saturday 7 November 2026 · 19:30

Abbey Theatre

ConfirmedLast checked 31 August 2026

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World premiere Abbey Theatre production adapted by Dan Colley from the short stories of Blindboyboatclub, with Pat Shortt in the cast. An absurdist, surreal comedy-drama on the Abbey Stage for adult audiences.

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Mon–Sat 7.30pm; previews 23–28 Sep; Wed matinee 2pm 7 Oct and Sat matinees 2pm. Running time 2h55 incl. interval. Audio-described/captioned and ISL performances on selected dates (see event page).

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