Rough Magic is a multi-award winning national theatre company. Since 1984 we have produced over 130 shows - many of them Irish and world premieres - and developed a national and international reputation. Since its foundation Rough Magic has upheld an egalitarian approach to theatre making and is committed to equality of representation and diversity of expression.
Read MoreRough Magic has been an anchor for theatre production and a significant mentor of a new generation of emerging artists. Since 2001, our SEEDS programme has launched many outstanding theatre makers. Our office in South Great Georges Street is a resource-sharing creative hub where theatre-makers can grow their practice and network with other professionals.
In 2020, Irish theatre was turned on its head by the pandemic. It was nonetheless a very productive year for the company, beginning with
These achievements and new horizons will enable us not just to survive, but thrive. The company has maintained quality in its work over 4 decades to critical acclaim, peer recognition and audience loyalty.
Awards include
A record 4 Irish Times Best Production Awards
London Time Out Award, and 2 Edinburgh Fringe Firsts
Most recently Irish Times Best Ensemble 2018
All of this is brought to you by the Rough Magic management team: General Manager Gemma Reeves, Producer Sara Cregan, Associate Director Ronan Phelan and Artistic Director Lynne Parker.
We are thrilled to announce two new additions to our management team. Karin McCully joins Rough Magic as Literary Manager, while Sara Cregan will be our new Producer. Karin McCully | Literary Manager Karin brings twenty years experience as a professional Dramaturg to the role of Literary Manager, and over ten years as a theatre … Continued
Rough Magic is delighted to have Solar Bones presented as part of Culture Ireland’s SEODA Festival which will celebrate Irish arts worldwide during its 5 day festival running between 17th – 21st March. Minister Catherine Martin T.D announced the festival saying: “Our artists are Ireland’s treasures and despite the many challenges this year, our artists … Continued
Book TicketsUpdate: Applications are now closed for 2021. Candidates for Trainee Producer will be contacted in early March, a member of the team will be in touch with more info! Rough Magic will offer a 12-month part-time employment opportunity with the company for an early-career freelance theatre producer. The selected candidate will help coordinate COMPASS activities … Continued
Rough Magic
A national company responding to the needs of all parts of the island
A creative ensemble, with unity of purpose, generosity of spirit and a joyous sense of ambition
Known by audiences throughout Ireland for work of quality, that engages, stimulates and entertains
Acknowledged as the essential portal to the creativity of independent Irish theatre artists
