Dundrum One Act Festival

Dundrum One Act Festival returns to dlr Mill Theatre from Thursday 29th to Saturday 31st October 2026, promising three unforgettable evenings of live theatre.

With three different one-act plays performed each night, audiences can enjoy a wonderful variety of comedy, drama, mystery, suspense and darkly compelling storytelling – all in one festival!

Nine talented drama groups from Dublin, Wexford, Cork, Belfast and Newry will take to the stage, bringing fresh interpretations, memorable characters and stories guaranteed to entertain, intrigue and surprise.

Whether you love laugh-out-loud comedy, gripping drama or a good murder mystery, there’s something for everyone. And with three completely different productions each evening, you never know what theatrical delights await!

The festival is part of Ireland’s vibrant One Act Drama Festival Circuit, hosted by Balally Players with performances adjudicated by Michael McCabe (ADA). Festival Director Gary Wall and Festival Secretary Karen Carleton and team are looking forward to welcoming you for an entertaining Halloween weekend.

Make a night of it — or enjoy all three evenings! Discover new plays, support talented performers and experience the excitement of live theatre right on your doorstep.

Thursday 29^th October 7:30pm

This Is a Play by Daniel McIvor. Gorey Little Theatre, Wexford. (Confined). Comedy.

No Romance: A Desperate Business by Nancy Harris. Bunclody/Kilmyshall Drama Group, Wexford. (Open). Comedy.

A Dog’s Life by Pamela Valentine. Kilmuckridge Drama Group, Wexford. (Confined). Comedy/Drama.

Friday 30^th October 7:30pm

Reunion by Conor Hillman. Lucan Drama, Dublin. (Confined). Drama.

The Two Gentlemen of the Holylands by Lorcan McGreevy. Newpoint Players, Newry. (Open). Comedy.

The Ripple Effect by Robert Scott. Riverside Drama Circle, Dublin. (Confined). Murder/Suspense.

Saturday  31^st October 7:30pm

Elegy for a Lady by Arthur Miller. Shed by the Road Productions, Cork. (Open). Drama.

No Regrets by Julie-May Noteman. Belvoir Players, Belfast. (Open). Dark Memory Play.

Fred and Jane by Sebastian Barry. Coolgreany Drama, Wexford. (Open). Drama.

Festival Director: Gary Wall
Festival Secretary: Karen Carleton
Adjudicator: Michael McCabe (ADA)