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Plan to have a pre-show drink at the Abbey Theatre bar from 6.45, if anyone feels like joining. Please buy your own ticket here: [https://www.abbeytheatre.ie/whats-on/the-whiteheaded-boy/ ](https://www.abbeytheatre.ie/whats-on/the-whiteheaded-boy/ ) About the play: A top-of-the-shelf comedy – one of the sharpest in the Abbey’s history" The Sunday Independent **“Every Mammy has her favourite…”** The table is set for Denis, arriving home from Dublin where he’s studying Medicine at Trinity College – a source of enormous pride for his besotted mother and of great resentment to his five other siblings. But when word comes that he may have failed his exams *again*, the final straw breaks. Threats of deportation, lawsuits, bribes and counter-bribes escalate, as the family twist the fate of their whiteheaded boy to suit themselves. A smash hit when it premiered at the Abbey Theatre 110 years ago, Lennox Robinson’s **The Whiteheaded Boy** is a raucous, high-stakes tug-of-war between those who will do anything to keep their standing in the town and those who just want to live their lives as they please. Award-winning director **Annie Ryan** re-imagines this bawdy and bold Irish classic with a contemporary eye and a sharp feminist wink to the past. Notions abound! You can read the former Head of Special Projects at the National Archives of Ireland, Catriona Crowe’s take on the play and its modern relevance [here](https://www.rte.ie/culture/2026/0615/1577953-the-whiteheaded-boy-how-a-110-year-old-play-speaks-to-today/). The Assistant Costume Design role is made possible by the Abbey Theatre’s partnership with the Irish Society of Performance Designers through their Assistant Designer Programme, funded by the Arts Council.

✨ Friday Night Vibes! ✨ Here is the Irish summer time and i am back after a long winter ! 😉 And The week’s done, thanks God ! —time to unwind. 🍹 Come hang out this Friday night for good vibes, easy laughs, and great conversations and make some friends! Bring your best mood, your stories, and maybe a little thirst (for drinks and fun). Let’s make it a night to remember! 🤩 If you like to support me… 💡 Due to the cost of meet up app and organizing, any donation will be greatly appreciated 😉 

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All welcome! - See you in the Black Sheep, 61 Capel Street, Dublin for an evening of craic and chat. Caoimhghin (keeveen) 0878309001

Join us on Friday, 3 July, for First Fridays - [Free Event, Tickets Mandatory](https://moli.ie/events/first-fridays-july-2026)! The museum will be open late from 6pm until 9pm, with free admission and special events throughout the evening. 6\.00pm\-9\.00pm \| Exhibition **Wild Earth** Visit MoLI’s newest exhibition, *Wild Earth*, an exploration of Irish writers and the natural world through time, featuring poetry and prose from the sixth century AD to the present day. 6\.30pm \| Reading \- **Berghain Nights** Historian Donal Fallon in conversation with Liam Cagney, author of *Berghain Nights: A Journey through Techno and Berlin Club Culture.* 8pm \| Discussion \- **Matthew Jacobson** Award-winning drummer, composer and improviser Matthew Jacobson presents an immersive solo set of drones, ambient textures, grooves and glitch-inspired sounds. *Please note that events throughout the evening operate on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before the listed start time to guarantee entry, as event spaces have limited capacity.* You can also join us later in Bartley's for [Books & Social](https://www.meetup.com/meetup-group-hzxiwxve/events/315235756/?eventOrigin=home_next_event_you_are_hosting).

**✨ What Is the International Meetup?** Meet people from all over the world in a friendly, relaxed and social environment. Whether you’re new to Dublin or a long-time resident, this is the perfect Friday plan to talk, laugh and connect with others. **🌍 How It Works** When you arrive, you’ll get a small paper with a table number. Groups are made of 3–5 people to ensure natural, easy conversations. Every 30 minutes, groups rotate so you meet plenty of new people throughout the evening. No pressure, no awkward silences — just good vibes and international energy. **🍀 Who Is This Event For?** Everyone is welcome! Newcomers, expats, locals, shy people, outgoing people… absolutely anyone. It’s also ideal if you want to practise English in a comfortable and social setting, especially if you can’t join the mid-week Language Exchange. **💬 A Friendly & Safe Atmosphere** Our community is known for being inclusive, open and respectful. Come alone or with friends — you’ll feel comfortable from the moment you walk in. **💸 Pay-as-you-go (Cash / Card)** • €6 General Admission • €5 Students • €4 per person when you bring friends **⭐ Loyalty Card (Automatically Activated)** Attend **4 Language Exchanges or International Meetups**, and your **5th event is FREE**. **💳 [Membership Options (Save € & unlock perks)](https://buymeacoffee.com/newindublin)** **🟡 Regular Membership (€12/mo)** ✔ Free: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup ✔ –50%: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge ✔ Extra perks **🔵 Theme Membership (€15/mo)** ✔ Free: Quizzes, Big Singles, Theme Party, Cultural Mix, Social Games, Music Challenge ✔ –50%: Singles, Language Exchange, International Meetup ✔ Extra Perks **🟣 Complete Membership (€20/mo)** ✔ Free access to ALL events ✔ Extra Perks **📱 Stay Connected** 🔗 **[Linktree](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)**[ ](https://linktr.ee/newindublin)– full weekly calendar 💬 **[WhatsApp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/L8IcUuQzHVVLGaoUZ8ONRt)– reminders & updates 📘 **[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)**[ ](https://www.facebook.com/newindublinmeetup)– photos & highlights 📸 **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)**[ ](https://www.instagram.com/newindublinmeetups/)– stories & behind-the-scenes 🌐 **[Website](https://newindublin.net/)**[ ](https://newindublin.net/)– all information about our events **🎉 Join Us** Expect good vibes, friendly people and plenty of great conversations. RSVP now and start your Friday evening the best way possible!

**\*\*\*NEW BEGINNERS CLASS\*\*\*\*** Explore the intimacy and passion of dance in Argentinian tango with same sex partners, outside traditional gender roles or in an open role! **Queer Tango** is a space for anyone in the LGBTQ+ community to experience the magic of tango between two people and to express themselves authentically through dancing. We want to build a vibrant and friendly atmosphere for LGBTQ+ people interested in open role tango. The classes will be held each Friday @ 19:30 and will last for an hour. Feel free to bring your crush, beau, partner, friend or just come on your own as no partner or previous dance experience is required. Bring comfortable and leather sole shoes. We advise to move out of your comfort zone and practice both leading and following roles. Join us on our journey, it’s going to be fun and fabulous! **CLASS FEES:** *We offer a 6 week Pass for just €99 or you can pay as you go for €20 per class* Places are limited so be sure to Register now ! [https://tangofiesta.ie/queer-tango-dublin/](https://tangofiesta.ie/queer-tango-dublin/) *For more information visit our website www.tangofiesta.ie or get in touch anytime.*

Join us every Sunday and tell a story as a group by playing a beginner-friendly roleplaying game. Every week we have 2-3 different games - you will choose which game you play on the day. All materials provided and rules are explained at the start of each game, you just need to bring your imagination. This week's facilitators: * **Colin** will run The Wildsea: Centuries ago, the old world was swallowed by a sea of mile-high trees. Now you and your crew sail across the treetops of the Wildsea in a shop driven by a chainsaw. Low magic, high weird, leaf-punk adventures await! Your crew has heard rumors of same rare materials revealed by a recent storm and you are off to explore! * **Silvia** will run The (Orc) Pope Is Dead, yet another silly adventure by Grant Howitt. Terrible news: you and the lads went out drinking with the Pope last night and now he’s dead. The orcish church of Bog-Al-Kurruk is without a leader. Can you and your mates - esteemed clerics all - work out which one of you it’s going to be, and then outdo or discredit your rivals to claim the most prestigious title in the orc nation? *** Details for the event (number of groups and games) will be published here or earlier on our [Discord server](https://tinyurl.com/indie-rpgs-dublin). Feel free to ask the organisers any questions you have (here or on Discord).

Got plans for Saturday afternoon? You do now! We’re heading to The Two Foxes (Dun Laoghaire on Saturday, July 4th, for an afternoon UB40 Tribute session. The band plays from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, so expect high energy, classic tunes, and great weekend banter. It’s the perfect, low-pressure event if you’re new to the group and want to drop in, say hello, and enjoy some brilliant music. We’ll be there from about 1:45 PM to grab a round. Drop your RSVP below so we know to look out for you! 🦊

Hi everyone, I hope you're well! One of this weekend’s new releases is Olivia Wilde’s latest movie, The Invite, which is getting enthusiastic reviews. So let’s go to see it in the Lighthouse with some brekkie and a chat beforehand. **The Invite** Sunday 5 July at 12:15pm (Screen 2) *Seating is unallocated.* **[THE INVITE | Official Trailer](https://youtu.be/7YIHRhRMn94?si=22Xoqk_6dyUai4Hi)** *“Joe and Angela’s marriage is on thin ice. When they invite their enigmatic upstairs neighbours for a dinner party, the night spirals into unexpected places. Have they reignited the spark or lit the match that burns it all down?”* **Breakfast beforehand:** Let’s meet at the Lighthouse Cafe at around 11:15am for a coffee and a chat. I’ll post a comment when I’ve arrived so you can find me.

Hello Mishmashers 👋 Excited to see you at our next meetup! **We’re meeting at R.I.O.T.**, one of the coolest spots in town for good conversations, easy socialising, and a bit more fun with good background music! This week the music will be selected in real time by me, and will be **Classic Rock! *Pink Floyd, Deep Purple, The Doors, Queen, Aerosmith, Joan Jett, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Nirvana, Rage Against the Machine and many more! *** Here’s what you can look forward to: 💬 **Great chats with lovely people!** Whether you’re a local or from the other side of the world, you’re very welcome here. ✨ We’re a diverse, super-friendly, and inclusive bunch, open to everyone, whether you’re shy, outgoing, or somewhere in between. 🤝 **Instant connections!** You might walk in alone, but you’ll probably leave with new friends. 📅 **This Saturday at 4:30pm!** We’ll be meeting at **R.I.O.T.**, in a brilliant private space downstairs. It’s a much bigger setup than before, with room for **up to 120 people**, so there’s more space to mingle, move around, meet new people, and settle into conversations naturally. The vibe is exactly what Mishmash is about: international, social, and fun. Great atmosphere, proper pub energy, and plenty of space for chats, laughs, and spontaneous connections. 📍 **How to find us:** Come into R.I.O.T. and take the stairs on the left down to the basement room. That’s where the Mishmash crew will be waiting for you. 🎉 **Theme: “International Mishmash”** A chill space for people from all over, including Ireland, to swap stories, share laughs! 🍻 Burgers, proper pints, and more good craic. *** Want to support the group? 🙏 Running this thing costs over €200 a year, yep, all out of pocket for now 😅 If you’d like to chip in, we’d really appreciate it, click on one of the links for a discretionary donation: **[PayPal](https://paypal.me/meetuppay)** **[Revolut](https://revolut.me/michelf9a)** — you can pay with your card, no need to be on Revolut! Any amount! Your help keeps the group going and opens the door for even more cool events, like day trips and gigs. Cheers and see you soon! – Mickey