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Pat Egan & Spotlight present

Ireland's Funniest Panto22 years at 3Olympia

Cinderella Olly and the Glass Slipper

Dates
19 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027
Tickets from
€23.50

"Is it the funniest panto in Ireland?" Oh yes it is!

Illustration: the pumpkin coach racing the midnight clock, with a glass slipper on the palace steps

He's behind you!

22nd year!

Curtain up in…

Opening night: Saturday, 19 December at 7pm

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Dates & Tickets

Tap a date to see show times. Can you get the best seats? Oh yes you can!

Dec 2026 – Jan 2027

No shows 24th & 25th December

  • Available
  • Selling fast
  • Sold out

Saturday, 19 December

  • Upper Circle €23.50
  • Dress Circle €32.50
  • Stalls €37.50
  • Family ticket (4 people) €120

Prices include booking fees. TODO confirm. Tickets from €23.50.

He's behind you!

Meet the Cast

Tap a card to flip it and get the (completely true) inside story. Swipe for more →

Plus the Spotlight Stage School junior ensemble and a full live band. TODO confirm.

Oh yes they did!

Why families come back

  • Press
    “TODO: Press quote – 'The funniest night out in Dublin this Christmas.'”
    — TODO Publication
  • Audience
    “We come every single year and the kids still scream the place down. Olly is a legend. TODO real review.”
    — Sinéad, Google review (TODO)
  • Press
    “TODO: Press quote – 'Big, bright, ridiculous and utterly brilliant.'”
    — TODO Publication
  • Audience
    “My 4-year-old's first theatre trip and she hasn't stopped saying 'He's behind you!' since. TODO real review.”
    — Mark, Facebook review (TODO)
  • Audience
    “Three generations of our family in one row, all crying laughing. Christmas isn't Christmas without it. TODO real review.”
    — The Byrne family, TripAdvisor (TODO)
  • Press
    “TODO: Press quote – 'Pure panto gold.'”
    — TODO Publication

The more the merrier

Families & Groups

Best value

Family Ticket

€120

for four

4 tickets (max. 2 adults) in the Dress Circle for €120 – saving up to €10. Available on selected performances. TODO confirm terms.

Groups of 10+

Save on bookings of 10 or more, with a free ticket for every 15 booked. Ideal for clubs, workplaces and big families.

Schools

Weekday morning performances with special school rates and a free teacher ticket for every 10 pupils. TODO confirm.

Relaxed & sensory-friendly performance

On Monday 21 December at 11am, sound and lighting are softened, house lights stay low, there's a chill-out space and you're free to move around and make noise. TODO confirm with venue.

See the relaxed performance

Good to know

Age guidance
Perfect for ages 3 and up. Babes in arms (under 2) go free on a lap but must have a €5 ticket – TODO confirm policy.
Running time
Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes including a 20-minute interval

See you at the Olympia

Your Visit

3Olympia Theatre

72 Dame Street, Dublin 2
D02 K135

Luas

Green Line to Westmoreland or Trinity (5 min walk). Red Line to Jervis then cross the Ha'penny Bridge (8 min walk).

Dublin Bus

Dame Street is served by routes 13, 27, 40, 49, 56A, 77A and 123 among others. Check Transport for Ireland journey planner for times – TODO verify routes.

Parking

Nearest car parks: Q-Park Christchurch, Drury Street and Park Rite Temple Bar (Fleet St). Book ahead over Christmas – the city is busy! TODO confirm any panto parking deals.

Arrive early

Doors open 45 minutes before curtain up. Aim to arrive 30 minutes early – latecomers are seated at a suitable break.

  • Accessibility

    Wheelchair spaces and companion seats are available in the Stalls. Assistance dogs welcome. Accessible toilets on the ground floor. Call the box office to book access seating – TODO confirm details with venue.

  • Booster seats

    Free booster seats for little ones are available from the cloakroom on a first-come basis. Ask any usher!

  • Bar & refreshments

    Bars open from doors. Pre-order your interval drinks and treats to skip the queue.

  • Merchandise

    Light-up wands, glass-slipper tiaras and Olly's famous programmes are on sale in the foyer. Card payments accepted.

  • Bags & buggies

    Buggies can be left at the cloakroom. Bags may be searched on entry.

Any questions?

FAQs

How long is the show?

Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes including a 20-minute interval.

What age is the panto suitable for?

Everyone aged 3 to 103! It's a loud, bright, interactive show. Every child needs their own ticket. TODO confirm under-2 policy.

When should we arrive?

Doors open 45 minutes before the show. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes early so you can grab merch, booster seats and a loo stop before curtain up.

Is there a relaxed performance?

Yes – Monday 21 December at 11am is a relaxed, sensory-friendly performance. TODO confirm.

Can I bring a buggy?

Buggies can't come into the auditorium but can be left at the cloakroom.

Are booster seats available?

Yes, free booster seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ask any usher.

Can I exchange or refund my tickets?

Tickets are non-refundable except in the event of cancellation. Contact the ticket agent about exchanges. TODO confirm terms.

Is the theatre wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Wheelchair and companion spaces are in the Stalls – please book through the box office so we can look after you. TODO confirm details.

Do you sell gift vouchers?

Oh yes we do! Panto gift vouchers make the perfect Christmas present – see the Gift Vouchers page.

Is there food and drink?

The bars open when doors open and sell drinks, sweets and snacks. Pre-order your interval drinks to beat the queue.

Presale for the 2027 panto

Join Olly's Insiders

Join Olly's Insiders and be first in the queue for the 2027 panto with exclusive presale access, behind-the-scenes reels and the odd terrible joke.

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