Queen's Theatre

The Queen's Theatre was a playhouse on Pearse Street designed to hold up to 904 spectators across multiple levels including orchestra stalls, dress circle, balcony, and box seating. The venue offered different viewing positions to accommodate various patron preferences and sight lines.

The building began in 1829 as the Adelphi Theatre and was demolished in 1844, then rebuilt as the Queen's Royal Theatre under a Royal Patent. From 1951 to 1966, the Abbey Theatre Company used it as a temporary home before operations there ended.

The theatre served as a hub for Irish melodrama, drawing audiences who came to see performances centered on national stories and figures. This focus on Irish narratives made it an important gathering place for people connected to their own cultural traditions.

The theatre is located on Pearse Street with multiple levels and entrances to access different seating areas. Visitors should learn about the venue's history before visiting to better understand its historical significance.

The theatre manager Jack Sullivan was arrested at his home by British military forces during the War of Independence on suspicion of Sinn Fein membership. This incident shows how closely the venue was tied to the political upheaval of the era.