Brú Theatre
“Brú Theatre reaffirming their reputation as one of the bravest, innovative, risk taking companies in the country”
— The Arts Review on Somnium 2024
About Us
Based in Galway, Brú Theatre makes live performance that blends contemporary theatre forms with the languages, landscapes and literatures of where we are from. Founded in 2018 by Artistic Director James Riordan and Producer Jill Murray, we produce bilingual, multi-disciplinary work that tours at home and abroad.
Recent Productions
Not a Word
Director: James Riordan
Producer: Jill Murray
Not A Word invites you to sit with a silent man on another unexceptional evening. A day’s labouring done in a place that has never quite felt like home.
The Libravian
Director: Cillian O’Donnachadha
Producer: Jill Murray
This 40 minute show explores themes of courage and identity, celebrating brilliant books and diverse stories through big hearted physical comedy.
The Fisherwives
Created by: James Riordan
Producer: Jill Murray
A piece of mask theatre inspired by the Claddagh in the west of Ireland, Cleite tells the story of a Fisherwoman waiting for her husband to return from sea.
Current Work
Neill | Páidín
Neill | Páidín is an Irish-language theatre production inspired by Pádraic Ó Conaire’s stories. It brings two compelling characters to life through interwoven tales of love, betrayal, revenge, and tragedy. Featuring an ensemble cast and live music, the show celebrates rich storytelling and Galway’s literary heritage, with language access for audiences.
Past Productions
Somnium
Selvage
Gol
Ar Ais Arís
Deirdre Falvey
Brú Theatre are kindly supported by
