School Shows at The Civic | Autumn/Winter 2026 🎭

Bring learning beyond the classroom this Autumn/Winter with a selection of exciting school shows, workshops and concerts here at The Civic.

From breathtaking circus and an extraordinary true story of ambition to an interactive journey through Irish history ‘as Gaeilge’ our upcoming school performances give students the opportunity to experience live theatre while exploring new stories, ideas and cultures.

Here’s what’s coming up for schools this season…

AFRONAUTS

Presented by Wake The Beast and Circus Zambia in association with The Civic as part of Dublin Fringe Festival

11th Sep – 11am | Main Space
School Tickets: €6 | Teachers go FREE

An all-ages, high-flying collision of circus, theatre and space adventure, Afronauts launches students into a story of dreamers, daredevils and impossible possibilities. Inspired by the extraordinary story of the Zambian Space Programme, the show combines breathtaking acrobatics, theatrical spectacle and irresistible heart in a story of hope, courage and the audacity to dream big. Created by Wake The Beast and Circus Zambia, Afronauts offers students the chance to discover a fascinating story through an exciting combination of circus and theatre.

STAIR

Presented By High Rock Productions

Tuesday 13 October | 10:30am | Main Space
School Tickets: €6 | Teachers go FREE

History comes to life in Stair, a hilarious and interactive new show from High Rock Productions. A dusty box of ancient artefacts transports students back through Ireland’s past to meet hunter-gatherers, scholars and monks, Vikings and Normans, revolutionaries and romantics. Performed in accessible Irish, this energetic physical theatre show explores the different peoples who have settled on the island throughout history and encourages students to think about culture, tradition and the diverse influences that have helped shape Ireland today.

Class Teachers with keen interest in History and Storytelling as Gaeilge. Facilitators will visit selected schools from 23rd, 24th & 25th September to collaborate with Class Teachers. 

Scheduled in-class workshops with Teacher’s pack commence 6th, 7th or 8th Oct + show 13th Oct in Main Space €6 per child.

Workshops: €6 per student
The show is FREE when workshops are booked.

Workshop registration deadline: 18 September
TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST IN THE WORKSHOPS PLEASE CLICK HERE

The School Yard Band

Presented By The School Yard Band

Schools Tour 28th September, 5th & 12th October 2026
School Tickets: €6 | FREE REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE

Due to the phenomenal success of the primary schools tour in 2025 and Spring 2026 of The School Yard Band, where 3,700 children in South Dublin have engaged with these interactive concerts.

We are thrilled to partner again this year with The Mobile Music School under the direction of Shay Lally to bring The School Yard Band series of Concerts for Primary Schools as part of The Civic Education programme.

With the support of The Arts Council we can offer a fun introduction of live music performances for children with this brilliant 5 piece Brass ensemble at your school! The Mobile Music School is well established with a group of professional musicians delivering engaging, entertaining and educational programmes throughout Ireland.

The School Yard Band series of Concerts for Primary Schools will commence a mini-tour in the area of South Dublin next month! 

So hurry up and don’t delay your interest in this callout! Please see the google form to register, complete and submit. Good luck! 

CLICK HERE REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE The School Yard Band Autumn 2026 Tour

Workshop registration deadline: 18 September

For more information contact mary@civictheatre.ie