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The Helicon, situated in Seamus Heaney HomePlace, is our intimate 190-seater theatre and performance space, designed with a nod to the Greek theatre which Seamus Heaney so loved, and where you can enjoy theatre, music, song, poetry, readings and talks inspired by his life and literature on the traverse stage.
Seamus Heaney HomePlace is an award-winning purpose-built arts and literary centre. Not only do we have an award winning Exhibition and superb Arts Programme, visitors can also avail of our modern Meetings and Events spaces, the unique Gift Shop stocking handmade, local items and our delicious HomePlace Café.
Facilities
Accessibility
- All areas accessible to disabled visitors
Children & Infants
- Baby changing facilities
Establishment Features
- Accept coach parties
- Toilets
- Wifi
- Wi-fi available
Parking & Transport
- On site parking
Payment Methods
- All major credit/debit cards accepted
Events
Friday, 19th September 2025 - Friday, 19th September 2025
Vona Groarke In ConversationVona Groarke In Conversation- more info
Friday, 26th September 2025 - Friday, 26th September 2025
Powerstone Entertainment and Alchemy Theatre, Paris present: Both SidesPowerstone Entertainment and Alchemy Theatre, Paris present: Both Sides- more info
Saturday, 27th September 2025 - Saturday, 27th September 2025
Music, Poems and Songs For The SoulMusic, Poems and Songs For The Soul
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Saturday, 4th October 2025 - Saturday, 4th October 2025
Nature Boy: A Journey of Birdsong and BelongingNature Boy: A Journey of Birdsong and Belonging
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Sunday, 5th October 2025 - Sunday, 5th October 2025
Dawn Chorus: Bird Walk and Talk at Lough BegDawn Chorus: Bird Walk and Talk at Lough Beg- more info
Sunday, 5th October 2025 - Sunday, 5th October 2025
Sunday, 2nd November 2025 - Sunday, 2nd November 2025
Sunday, 7th December 2025 - Sunday, 7th December 2025
The HomePlace Book ClubThe HomePlace Book Club
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Tuesday, 7th October 2025 - Tuesday, 7th October 2025
Inclusive Sensory Session with Sunflower Circle NIInclusive Sensory Session with Sunflower Circle NI
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Wednesday, 8th October 2025 - Wednesday, 8th October 2025
Lindsey Hilsum In ConversationLindsey Hilsum In Conversation
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Saturday, 11th October 2025 - Saturday, 11th October 2025
The Poems of Seamus HeaneyThe Poems of Seamus Heaney
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Saturday, 11th October 2025 - Saturday, 11th October 2025
Saturday, 6th December 2025 - Saturday, 6th December 2025
Poetry Book Club With Niamh McNallyPoetry Book Club With Niamh McNally
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Saturday, 18th October 2025 - Saturday, 18th October 2025
Brian KennedyBrian Kennedy
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Saturday, 25th October 2025 - Saturday, 25th October 2025
Neil Martin, Mary Dillon and Dónal O'Connor in ConcertNeil Martin, Mary Dillon and Dónal O'Connor in Concert
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Saturday, 1st November 2025 - Saturday, 1st November 2025
Remembrances: Forms of Memory in Seamus Heaney's WritingRemembrances: Forms of Memory in Seamus Heaney's Writing
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Saturday, 8th November 2025 - Saturday, 8th November 2025
Make Your Own Literary Luck WorkshopMake Your Own Literary Luck Workshop
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Friday, 14th November 2025 - Friday, 14th November 2025
Witness With Richard Moore. Written by Damian GormanWitness With Richard Moore. Written by Damian Gorman
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Sunday, 16th November 2025 - Sunday, 16th November 2025
Stephen Walker In ConversationStephen Walker In Conversation
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Thursday, 20th November 2025 - Thursday, 20th November 2025
Film screening: Thomas Moore: Bard na hÉireannFilm screening: Thomas Moore: Bard na hÉireann
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Sunday, 23rd November 2025 - Sunday, 23rd November 2025
Vladimir Jablokov - Celtic DreamIn this unique concert, Vladimir performs and tells his own remarkable story - from a childhood steeped in classical music and family traditions, to busking on Grafton Street, nearly giving up, and eventually becoming the first individual performer to hire Dublin's 3Arena.- more info
Saturday, 29th November 2025 - Saturday, 29th November 2025
Silver Necklace or Earrings WorkshopSilver Necklace or Earrings Workshop
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Saturday, 13th December 2025 - Saturday, 13th December 2025
Christmas Wreath-Making WorkshopChristmas Wreath-Making Workshop
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