The Buddhist of Castleknock
By Jim O'Hanlon October 15- 31, 2026
Set in late 1990's Dublin, The Buddhist of Castleknock by Jim O’Hanlon is a warm, witty, and sharply observed comedy about family, identity, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing Ireland. When an unconventional young man returns home embracing Eastern philosophy and a very different outlook on life, his middle-class suburban family is thrown into confusion, conflict, and plenty of laughter. Filled with humour and heart, the play offers a nostalgic and entertaining look at Irish family life and generational change.
Performance Dates
- Thursday October 15, 2026, 8 pm (PWYC - $20 min)
- Friday October 16, 2026, 8 pm
- Saturday October 17, 2026, 8 pm
- Sunday October 18 2026, 2 pm (Matinee)
- Thursday October 22, 2026, 8 pm (PWYC - $20 min)
- Friday October 23, 2026, 8 pm
- Saturday October 24, 2026, 8 pm
- Sunday, October 25, 2026, 2pm (Matinee)
- Thursday October 29 2026, 8 pm (PWYC - $20 min)
- Friday October 30 2026, 8 pm
- Saturday October 31, 2026, 2 pm (Matinee)
Jim O'Hanlon
Playwright
Jim O'Hanlon is an acclaimed Irish playwright, screenwriter, and director from Dublin whose work spans theatre, television, and film. Best known in theatre for writing The Buddhist of Castleknock and Pilgrims in the Park, O’Hanlon is celebrated for his sharp wit, richly drawn Irish characters, and insightful exploration of family, identity, and social change in modern Ireland.
In addition to his stage work, O’Hanlon has enjoyed a distinguished career in television and film, writing and directing for acclaimed productions including last year’s hit comedy movie Fackham Hall, Coronation Street, Catastrophe, Trying, and the BBC’s Emmy-nominated adaptation of Jane Austen’s Emma. His work has earned critical acclaim for its humour, humanity, and keen observation of contemporary life.
Maureen Lukie
Director
Maureen Lukie directed 2024's production of Dublin by Lamplight and then appeared at Mrs. O'Riordan in The Lobby. Celebrating her 30th year with TIP, she has also been seen in Hen Night Epiphany, The Mai and The Veil.
Past directing adventures include The Veil, An Ideal Husband, Moonshine, Same Old Moon and James Joyce's The Dead, the musical. Branching out, she has directed Educating Rita and Halfway There for Scarborough Players, Marjorie Prime for The Bloor West Village Players and she directed an adaptation of Jane Austen's Emma for Scarborough Theatre in Spring 2026.
CAST
John: Michael Clements Rai: Sharlyssa Carmichael
Edie: Kim O'Gorman Sean: Chris Irving
Tara: Monique Bourgeois Edward: Pol Cooney
DJ Jules: Kayne Wiley Uncle Jimmy: Steve Ness
Auntie Kathleen: Molly Lubell
CREW
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