“I was scared of the bees at first, but now, they make me feel alive. They are like a society in complete harmony with itself. Not like people at all, but maybe what people have the potential to be’”
Following its acclaimed world premiere at Nottingham Playhouse in 2023, this restaging of The Beekeeper of Aleppo, adapted by Nesrin Alrefaai and Matthew Spangler, opened at Nottingham Playhouse on 7 February before embarking on this UK and Ireland Tour. Speaking about the new production Anthony Almeida, Director, said, “What a thrill to restage this sweeping story with an electric new cast. Christy Lefteri’s sensational novel is a clarion call to the everyday – but extraordinary – lives of people who seek a better tomorrow. ‘Beekeeper’ is a play full of heart, wit and hardship – and to share these vivid characters with audiences nationwide in 2026 feels ever-more urgent. I’m truly excited for how this talented, soulful company of actors will light up the stage.”
The Beekeeper of Aleppo will play the Gaiety Theatre Dublin as the only Irish dates on its upcoming UK and Ireland tour. Tickets for the Gaiety dates, 28 April – 2 May, are on sale now on ticketmaster.ie or in person at the Gaiety Theatre Box Office South King Street, Dublin 2. The Box Office is open Mon – Fri 11pm – 6pm. Shows will take place during the evening at 7.30pm with Matinees at 2.30pm on 29 April and 2 May.
For more information visit gaietytheatre.ie
