This theater was build back in 1800s and it still damn beautiful outside and inside. Small size…read moretheater but packed of historic architecture for sure. Great layout and well kept. Comfortable seatings and staging is quite nice and soundings great. Glad I decided to check it out.

A theatre that dates back to the late 1800s. Comparatively new in computer, very nicely renovated…read moresome 20 years ago. Has a bar along with concessions. We saw a 25th anniversary of the river dance. Nice show and such talented performers. A welcome break after covering many miles our first couple of days in Dublin. Staff was pleasant and helpful.

Wonderful place and great location. The Dublin Holistic…read moreCentre is the perfect and suggestive venue for this amazing class held by the gentle and easygoing Dagmara Jerzak. A very professional and attentive young girl who is very devoted and focused on her profession. You could not ask for a better one, I'd recommend this course to anyone. Great fun and very effective!

From the owner: Specialties: Dagda Movement provides the highest quality of various movement based classes. We…read moreoffer Pilates and Yoga classes, contemporary dance classes and mindful movement classes. Group classes available as well as one-2-one and corporate classes. The classes are run at a few locations in Dublin, one of them Dublin Holistic Centre on South William street. A beautiful space with calming and relaxing atmosphere. The classes are rather small, no more then 10 participants as we want to make sure that everyone gets enough attention they need.

I'm partial to a good cabaret/burlesque show from time to time, so while I was searching for such…read moreevents here in Dublin, I came across the Irish Burlesque School. My first thought was "I'll never be able to strut around graciously wearing heels!" but then I found out about their Beginners class and I decided to sign up. Find a comfortable - I know, I know - pair of heels and something you'd wear for a dance class, like a playsuit, leggings, shorts or even a dress, and you're set! All you need is something that shows the line of your leg. On the first class nobody knew exactly what to expect, but Lisa, our teacher, has a very friendly character and she immediately put everyone at ease. It's hard work from day one, we do a good warm up with music, and then we go straight to learning the new steps or routine. It all looks very easy and simple, but getting it right AND walking on high heels is somewhat hard at first. Eight weeks later I couldn't believe how much we had progressed! Everything worked out. We all learned the steps, I had a lot of fun and, even better, I now walk effortlessly on a pair of heels! The class was made up of girls of different ages, backgrounds and with different expectations. So don't worry, whoever you are, you'll certainly fit right in and feel welcome. I think the most common objectives there, besides learning how to dance burlesque, were learning how to walk more confidently and also giving a bit of a boost to your sexy side. The classes are held at the modern Dance House, so the facilities are very good and you can even rent a locker there. I know some people are a bit afraid of this inner city area, but seriously, there's nothing wrong with it, and besides the Dance House controls who goes in and out of the building. I can't recommend this enough!

I suppose I'm a bit addicted…read more.. It began on a rainy, lonely night last March, I did an internet search of my favourite, sexy woman - Dita von Teese. I watched her fabulous Martini glass routine and thought, "Man, I wish I could move like her." A quick internet search later, and I had the name of Lisa Darling, founder of the Irish Burlesque School. I nervously signed up for an 8 week "Flirting with Burlesque" course, knowing full well my new heels would betray me for the clumsy, bumbling dancer I am. I received an email after a few days confirming my spot, and telling me to wear whatever was comfortable, but no platform or wedged heels. Deep breath...I could do this! The first class was, as predicted, clumsy. We were all clumsy, tottling about on our heels, teeth clenched in seductive/terrified grins as we hoisted our boas into the air. And you know what? It was fab! I have never felt so safe as when I am in that classroom. Lisa Darling is an amazing teacher. She has a background on the West End and dancing burlesque in London for several years. She breaks the ice with some jokes and goes right into the lesson. 8 weeks later and I have already signed up for the "Noveau" class, a more fast-paced, hip hop inspired burlesque. The venue itself, The DanceHouse on Foley street, is perfect. The sound system is fantastic and the rooms are huge, which allow the dancers to spread out and see themselves in the mirrors. My only complaint: class length. An hour, to me, seems a bit short to warm up and get into things. Since I'm already changed into my workout clothes and sweaty, I would prefer a 2 hour class or a 2 day/week class, which would allow more time to get into the routines. My self-confidence has shot up since I started. The school has managed to pull in women of all ages and skill levels - it's all about having fun. Highly recommended for women of any skill level...sorry, no guys allowed! *I changed my mind from 4 stars to 5 stars...I would give it 4.5 if it was an option, but I think the experience makes up for the class length

An excellent theatre and performing arts school for children and teenagers with classes on the…read moreNorthside and Southside of Dublin

A place to gather and sing, act, dance and most of all, HAVE FUN! Every teen or kid is welcomed…read morewarmly and is taught to perform. Shows are often performed and never fail to impress. Very advanced with equipment and experience!

Cannot recommend The Metropolitan school of Dance for ballet classes enough. Our daughter has…read moretrained here for a number of years and is going from strength to strength in her ballet training gaining skill & confidence , thanks to the highest standard of ballet teaching and absolute care and attention they give to each of the students. The quality of teaching is of the highest standard & we feel so lucky to have found this ballet school. Our daughter lives for these ballet classes each week & has a fantastic relationship with all the students and teachers, training together in a wonderful & supportive atmosphere.

From the owner: Enrol today! From studio to stage, step into the magical…read moreworld of ballet. We welcome children from 3yrs to our ballet school in Clontarf, Leixlip and Lucan. Our young dancers program offers specially designed classes that introduce creative movement exercises in a fun-filled and caring environment. Through these, children are helped develop strength, co-ordination, musicality and are given a pathway to explore their own imagination. As our young dancers progress, there are opportunities to enter for examinations of the Royal Academy of Dance. While our pre-professional program offers intensive training for our dedicated dance students. The school has a long tradition of teacher training, many of our alumni are teaching internationally. Enrolments are now being accepted for September 2016.

It would be easy to be a bit cruel about the ark, it feels a bit basic and the staff are mostly the…read morearty type who are overly zealous proponents of "worthy" pursuits and they dress funny. The above is probably all true too... but that is not the point of the ark. For a start, I'm not the target audience; it doesn't cover the ethos of the place as a whole nor indeed does it even scratch the surface of the imagination, hard work, dedication and creativity of the staff. They seem to be able to tap into those parts of a child's brain that brings out the creative and possibly undoes some of the damage caused by too much spongebob. Brilliant place, I love it.

This is a wonderful place to inspire young children mostly interested in the arts…read more It boosts an indoor and also an outdoor theatre, gallery and workshop. The programmes are apparantly organised by children-and obviously for children. But trust me, you might doubt that once you've seen their work. A very educational centre definately worth visiting for the kids.

I found this venue to be clean and easy to access. Inside there are main stairs and sets on each…read moreside. I love this. It prevents a bottleneck of people thru a main stairway which is usually the case in older venues. We sat all they way up high. 4 tickets. Took our kids to Aladdin. No problems at all with hearing the actors or seeing them. The bathrooms were completely clean. The drinks were reasonably priced. Drink are not allowed into the searing area. Only outside before the play begins or at intermission.

Beautiful theater. Great place to check out if coming from out of town and looking for theater…read more They present big shows here. We happened to catch Angela's Ashes, the musical. Had a wonderful evening. It's a bit sways from downtown Dublin, so you'll have to drive here. Buses won't be operating by the time you get out.