Hysterical Histories

Hysterical Histories is a unique dinner theatre experience that is suitable for all ages.

Set in an 18th century tavern, you will be treated to two sumptuous courses of traditional fare, while being whisked through time on a highly entertaining and explosive journey through Cork City’s riotous history. Join our cast of actors as they share through song and storytelling the true stories of some of Cork’s most infamous characters, from the hilarious to the hideous, the good to the gruesome, and from the rebellious to the rip roaringly funny, this is an adventure you will never forget.

RATES (DINNER SHOW):

• Public rates: €49 (adult), and €30 (children under 12)
• Trade rates: available on request and we have an affiliate programme set up for hotels
• Children under 2 go free

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

• Two course meal
• A pint of Irish beer (or a soft drink)
• Entertainment throughout the meal

Vegan / vegetarian options available

SCHEDULE IN 2022:

June to August 2022:

• Wednesday and Thursday nights at 7pm
• Friday nights at 5pm

Duration: appr. 2 hours

Opportunity to enjoy some traditional music in the pub after the show.

LOCATION:

Upstairs at An Spailpin Fanach, South Main Street, Cork

ACCESSIBILITY:

Venue is not wheelchair accessible, due to the historic building.

TRANSPORT AND PARKING:

• Nearest bus stop: Grande Parade
• Nearest taxi rank: Grande Parade
• Nearest car park: Q-park Grande Parade / South Main Street exit
• Nearest coach drop-off point: Grande Parade

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

Pre- booking essential.

Child policy: 

• Child rate applies to 2-12 year olds
• Under 2s go free
• Children under the age of 18 would need to vacate the pub at the end of the show due to licencing laws

WHAT OUR AUDIENCES THINK:

 “An absolute must see, highly entertaining dinner show. The cast was energetic and engaging. The show was original, informative, and hilarious, and held the attention of the entire family. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Cork.”

Tripadvisor review June 2022

“Awesome experience. This is an insanely enjoyable (and delicious) evening of food and drinks, stories, songs, and history, all with Local artists involved. You hear an entire history of the city in hilarious bite-sized chunks. The pub itself is the oldest one in Cork and a landmark. The whole event was delightful from start to finish. Recommended for all ages! Tripadvisor review 2022

“Great Food! Great Fun! Honestly really wonderful people who did more than serve and entertain us they engaged with us. This should be the first thing anyone does when visiting Cork” 

Tripadvisor review June 2019

“Kids and adults enjoyed a fabulous evening with great food in the hands of a clever and very entertaining team! Parking nearby too.” 

Tripadvisor review July 2019

“The pub is the perfect venue, historic and charming. The food was tasty and plentiful. And the show was absolutely fantastic; witty and brilliant. It really was the best night in Cork.” 

Tripadvisor review August 2019

 “It’s fast, witty and sharp. Incredible entertainment!” 

Facebook review August 2018