Amharclann Náisiúnta na Gaeilge - exterior

An Taibhdhearc is the national

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. It was founded in 1928. The word ''taibhdhearc'' appears as a gloss for the

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''teatrum'' (

) in an old Irish document, derived from roots meaning "dream" and "glance." The modern Irish for a theatre is ''amharclann''. An Taibhdhearc is situated at 19 Middle Street, within the

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city of

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. It is built on the ruins of the city's original

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friary. The rear wall incorporates a wall from this

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, including some carved stone window frames. The theatre is used for drama and music productions, and occasionally screens international films. The busiest period for the arts in Galway city each year is the two weeks of the annual Galway International Arts Festival.

Hiatus

After suffering extensive smoke damage during a fire in 2007, An Taibhdhearc closed its doors for an extended period of renovation and refurbishment. While the theatre was closed, An Taibhdhearc continued to produce shows in other venues around Galway city and county. The theatre was re-opened by President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, at a gala event in September 2012.

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Hiatus

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