Vicar Street

Vicar Street is a concert, performing arts centre and events venue in Dublin, Ireland. Located on Thomas Street, Dublin 8, Vicar Street has capacity for 1,050 people for seated performances and 1,500 people for standing gigs. The venue is owned by Harry Crosbie and operated by Peter Aiken. Since opening in 1998, the venue has become a popular setting for a wide range of acts including stand-up comedy, drama performances and a variety of concerts. The first artist to play on the Vicar Street Stage was local singer/songwriter Shay Cotter. Major international recording artists have performed in Vicar Street, such as Bob Dylan in 2000, Neil Young in 2003, Adele in 2008, Paul Simon and Ed Sheeran in 2011, and Lana Del Rey in 2013.

Vicar Street
Vicar Street exterior in 2010.
Address58 Thomas Street, Dublin, Ireland
OwnerHarry Crosbie
TypeConcert hall
Performing arts centre
Seating typeSeated, standing
Capacity1,050 (seated)
1,500 (standing)
Construction
Built1997–1998
OpenedSeptember 1998 (1998-09)
Expanded2002
Website
www.vicarstreet.ie

Because of its intimate size, the venue is one looked on with warmth by fans and acts alike.

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