The Cable live at Siamsa Tíre
This is a play about the Transatlantic Cable being laid on Valentia Island, exploring themes of loss, hope, and connection with Irish music.
Siamsa Tíre is thrilled to welcome Aidan Dooley, renowned for the award-winning Tom Crean: Antarctic Explorer, as he directs Mike Kelly’s The Cable in a powerful new telling, co-produced by Siamsa Tíre.
Set against the backdrop of the Transatlantic Cable being laid on Valentia Island, this poignant story explores loss, hope, and the longing for connection. With a haunting score of stunning Irish music, The Cable is a tale of love, family, and the transformative power of communication.
Venue: Siamsa Tíre Theatre, Tralee, Co. Kerry. Date: 17th & 18th Oct 2026 @8pm-10:10pm including 20min interval. Tickets: General €25, Concession €23+bf Suitability: All ages
Readers are advised to check with the venue before relying on the details published here.
Family practicalities
- Pram-friendly (likely)
- Baby changing (likely)
- Step-free access (likely)
- Café on site (likely)
- Toilets (likely)