Amateur Drama Council of Ireland
The Amateur Drama Council of Ireland (A.D.C.I) is the federation of amateur drama festivals for the whole of Ireland – North and South. A.D.C.I was founded in 1952 and has coordinated the running of preliminary drama festivals and All Ireland festivals ever since.
Amateur Drama Council of Ireland
Welcome
Welcome to the website of the Amateur Drama Council of Ireland. The ADCI recently celebrated its 70th Anniversary having been founded in 1952.
The first meeting of the ADCI took place on 26th October 1952 when members of drama festivals from across Ireland met in Athlone to discuss plans for an All-Ireland Drama Festival as part of the 1953 An Tóstal celebrations.
Despite the many challenges it has faced over the years, the ADCI continues to be a thriving organisation in Ireland today, working to host drama festivals in communities across the country, featuring drama groups who travel from near and far to entertain audiences.
We look forward to many more years of success for the Amateur Drama Council of Ireland.
Festivals
Drama Festivals
The Amateur Drama Council of Ireland (ADCI) is a voluntary organisation. The ADCI currently has 37 Full-Length member festivals and 9 One-Act member festivals across the island of Ireland.
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Looking forward to seeing you on 30th. 😃
congratulations to you all super show
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🎭 Thank You, Athlone
As the dust settles after the 2026 RTÉ All Ireland Drama Festival, we extend our sincere thanks to the entire team in Athlone for hosting such an outstanding festival.
Over nine unforgettable nights in the Dean Crowe Theatre, audiences were treated to exceptional theatre, warm hospitality and the unique sense of friendship and community that makes the All-Ireland Finals so special.
A special word of appreciation to Festival Director Michael McGlone and Secretary Doreen Holloway for their leadership, dedication and tireless work throughout the festival.
Thank you also to the volunteers, supporters and everyone behind the scenes who helped make this year’s ADCI Open Finals such a memorable celebration of Irish amateur drama.
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A brilliant week!
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2026 RTÉ All-Ireland Drama Festival winners announced
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Kilmeen Drama Group hailing from Rossmore, Co. Cork Scoops Top Award in 2026 RTÉ All-Ireland Drama Festival0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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Congratulations Denis O' Sullivan a super piece of work
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congratulations Denis O' Sullivan . super win. so well deserved
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