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An Taibhdhearc - Amharclann Náisiúnta na Gaeilge

Galway, Italy

An Taibhdhearc - Amharclann Náisiúnta na Gaeilge

An Taibhdhearc is the national Irish language theatre of Ireland. It was founded in 1928. The word taibhdhearc means "ghostly vision", from, "taibhse" meaning ghost, and "dearcadh" meaning "view". An Taibhdhearc is situated at 19 Middle Street, within the medieval city of Galway. It is built on the

ruins of the city's original Augustinian friary. The rear wall incorporates a wall from this friary, including some carved stone window frames. The theatre is used for drama and music productions, and occasionally screens international films. The busiest period for the arts in Galway city each year is the two weeks of the annual Galway International Arts Festival.

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