The hit comedy that’s touring nationwide comes to Clontarf: Mary’s Hopes and Dreams plays the Viking Theatre, Dublin nightly except Sundays from 9 to 21 November 2026 at 8pm. Written and performed by Michael Ryan and Seán Kelleher, all seats are €20. Book on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Key facts

Show: Mary’s Hopes and Dreams
Written and performed by: Michael Ryan and Seán Kelleher; directed by Geoff Gould
Presented by: Blood in the Alley Productions in association with Hubcap Theatre
Venue: Viking Theatre, Clontarf, Dublin
Dates: nightly except Sundays, 9 to 21 November 2026, 8pm
Running time: 85 minutes, no interval
Suitability: target audience 12+ (mild swearing)
Tickets: €20.00, group rate €18.00 (plus €1.50 booking fee per ticket); no latecomers admitted

About the play

Mary’s mundane life as a stay-at-home housewife is turned upside down when her best friend pushes her into a new world full of exciting opportunities. But it comes at a cost: Mary has to overcome many obstacles, the biggest being her domineering husband. Will she bow under the pressure of social norms, or can she achieve all her hopes and dreams?

This is a unique brand of high-energy, observational comedy theatre rooted in Irish culture, delighting audiences with madcap moments of slapstick, rap, mime, song, dance, martial arts — and swimming. A cast of colourful characters includes cattle dealers, tennis players, greyhound trainers, 80s pop stars and the much-loved Marys, performed with a minimal set and a rich soundscape. Audience reactions say it best: “Fantastic show… haven’t laughed like it in years”; “Laugh out loud comedy gold!”

Frequently asked questions

When is Mary’s Hopes and Dreams on?

Nightly except Sundays from Monday 9 to Saturday 21 November 2026, at 8pm, at the Viking Theatre in Clontarf.

How much are tickets?

All seats €20.00, with a group rate of €18.00, each plus a €1.50 booking fee.

How long is the show, and is it suitable for younger audiences?

85 minutes with no interval. The target audience is 12+, with mild swearing.

Can I arrive late?

No — no latecomers are admitted.

Tickets and how to book

All seats €20.00 (group rate €18.00), one admission per ticket. Book online via the Viking Theatre booking page on TakeYourSeats.ie.

Mary's Hopes and Dreams: Hit Comedy at the Viking Theatre, Dublin