Gate Theatre, Historic theatre in Cavendish Row, Dublin, Ireland.
The Gate Theatre contains 371 seats within an 18th-century building featuring traditional architectural elements and multiple performance spaces.
Established in 1928 by Hilton Edwards and Micheal MacLiammoir, the theatre initially performed at the Peacock Theatre before moving to its current location in 1930.
The theatre presented works from international playwrights including Henrik Ibsen and August Strindberg, expanding beyond the typical Irish-focused productions of its time.
The building includes a wheelchair lift at the rear entrance and offers regular evening performances of both classical and contemporary theatrical productions.
Early performances at the Gate Theatre featured actors Orson Welles and James Mason, who began their careers on this Dublin stage.
Location: Dublin
Inception: 1928
Official opening: 1928
Capacity: 371
Website: http://gatetheatre.ie
GPS coordinates: 53.35306,-6.26222
Latest update: May 11, 2025 05:57
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