Dalkey Players has been bringing theatre to the Dalkey community for over 50 years, creating memorable performances and participating in local festivals that celebrate creativity and drama. With award-winning productions like Dead Man’s Cell Phone and a history of reaching the All Ireland Drama Festival Finals, the group has become a cornerstone of performing arts in the area.
Theatre is for everyone at Dalkey Players. We welcome new members in acting, direction, set design, lighting, and stage management, providing an inclusive space where passion for performance and collaboration can flourish. Join us in exploring the magic of live theatre and being part of a vibrant, creative community.
A fable that tells the story of young love, greed and bitterness.
A scheming matchmaker and a resentful woman, force a young girl to marry a much older man.
It is a heart-breaking story of how youth and innocence can be destroyed by the greed and cynicism of an older generation. But Keane is also even handed in reminding us of the loneliness and poverty that drives the self-interest of Thomasheen Séan Rua and Mena.
SIVE by John B. Keane directed by Emma Jane Nulty
***BACK FOR A LIMITED RUN***
Dalkey Players RTE All Ireland Drama Festival Finalists 2026
Dalkey Players are excited to bring the Irish classic, ‘Sive’ by John B. Keane, directed by Emma Jane Nulty back to the Dalkey Town Hall, @ The Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre, on Friday 1st May & Saturday 2nd 2026 at 8pm before performing on the famous Athlone Stage in the Dean Crowe Theatre, Athlone on 5th May in the RTE All Ireland Drama Festival 2026.
“A timeless tale of young love, greed and women’s place in 1950’s Ireland”.
A scheming matchmaker and a resentful woman forcing a beautiful young girl to marry an old man. This poignant play explores themes of love, and greed offering a gripping narrative that resonates with contemporary audiences.
Featuring
Cast
Kirana Bhagwan, Dermot Byrne, Hannah Clabby, Sarah Coughlan, George Hogan,
Óran Keane O’Hagan, Grace Kennedy, Alice Meehan, Eimear Minihane,
Sharon Nealon, Alan Nuzum, & Paul Stack
Creatives
Siobhan Caskie, Barry Donaldson, David Farrelly, Ann Irwin, Daisy Long, Emma Mulligan, Lucy Nuzum, Daisy Long, Mary Rigney & Vinny Sumanapala
Recommended for 12+ years of age
Contains adult themes
