The Sound of the Northside

What happens when you hand over the stage to teenagers? The Sound of the Northside dares to do just that. The show creates a space not just for performance, but for real, unfiltered self-expression. The result is something both powerful and deeply moving: a performance that is as compelling to witness as it is to hear. This vibrant production is the result of a unique collaboration between the hip-hop collective Kabin Crew and the Irish National Opera—two groups from very different musical worlds coming together to blend their traditions, skills, and creative energy. The outcome is a genre-defying theatrical showcase where music, dance, and theatre collide in the best possible way. Directed by One Two One, The Sound of the Northside is more than just a show—it's a participatory project that brings young people into the heart of the creative process. From the very first moments on stage, it's clear that these teenagers are not just performers; they are artists, storytellers, and collaborators. Their presence is electric, their voices are honest, and their joy is infectious. For the audience, it’s a reminder of what live performance can be: raw, joyful, and deeply human. It's a night that lives on in the memory—not just for the spectacle, but for the sense of community and celebration it inspires. You leave not just entertained, but moved, energized, and maybe even dancing.