Event Overview
Dates: June 2, 2025 - June 21, 2025
Venue: Viking Theatre, Dublin
Showtimes: Nightly at 8:00 PM (No performances on Sundays)
Ticket Prices: €20.00 (Standard), €18.00 (Group Rate for bookings of 10 or more)
About the Show
Happiness Then is a captivating comedy drama written by Elizabeth Moynihan, starring Rachael Dowling (KIN) and Sorcha Furlong (Fair City), and directed by Liam Halligan. This play delves into the complex relationship between two sisters, Bridget and Frances, who reunite for the first time after their mother's death.
Plot Highlights
Sibling Rivalry: Bridget and Frances bicker over everything from wine to the will, showcasing their eternal disagreements.
Emotional Exploration: The play examines the fallout of being left behind, loves, and losses with acerbic wit and sharp put-downs.
Heartfelt Performances: The sisters' search for support and reconciliation is portrayed with genuine emotion and consummate skill.
Critical Acclaim
Emer O’Kelly, Sunday Independent: "Sharp and very sophisticated... it is as witty as it is full of acuity."
The Arts Review: "Two riveting performances... it is genuinely heartfelt."
The Reviews Hub: "Consummate skill."
Production Details
Set and Lighting Design: Eoin Lennon
Costume Design: Toni Bailey
Ticket Information
Standard Tickets: €20.00 (+ €1.50 fees)
Group Rate: €18.00 (+ €1.50 fees) for bookings of 10 or more
Additional Information
Age Guidance: 12+
No Latecomers Admitted: Ensure you arrive on time to enjoy the full experience.
