The Firkin Crane Centre, Theatre and concert hall in Shandon, Cork, Ireland
The Firkin Crane Centre is a theatre and concert hall housed in a restored 19th-century building in Shandon, Cork. The space includes multiple performance areas and a mirrored room designed for dance rehearsals and training.
The building dates from 1855 as part of the Butter Exchange and took its name from the firkin unit of measurement and the weighing crane once used in butter trading. It underwent major restoration following a fire in 1980 with support from a European architectural award.
This centre functions as a home for dance companies and draws people interested in contemporary movement and training. Visitors experience regular performances and can join classes that bring the local dance community together.
The venue is easily accessible on foot and hosts regular dance classes alongside professional workshops and performances. Detailed scheduling and program information can be found through the official website and local tourism services.
The building originally served as an active centre for butter trading and maintained this economic importance for the city for generations. Its transformation into an arts space shows how Cork has given old industrial buildings new purpose.
Location: County Cork
Inception: 1855
GPS coordinates: 51.90259,-8.47641
Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:20
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