

Bookings & Venue Hire
Rua Red has various spaces for hire. Whether you are looking to hold a meeting, run an art class or your band needs a room to rehearse, we can help you find the right room.
Before booking at Rua Red you must first register, in person, with us as a member. The Membership fee is €5 per year. This enables you to book any room with us and by joining you are supporting the ongoing artistic programme at Rua Red.
For more information on hiring at Rua Red contact Anna or Ciara at info@ruared.ie
Workshop Rooms
Rua Red is home to two large art workshop rooms available for classes and meetings.

The Project Space
Located on the ground floor and accommodates up to 35 people. A fully adaptable space with two sinks, storage space and plenty of natural light.
Used for:
- Art classes
- Workshops
- Meetings
- Training

The Green Room
Located on the first floor of the building and accommodates up to 25 people. The green room has one sink and full natural light provided by the windows that look out onto Chamber Square.
Used for:
- Art classes
- Workshops
- Meetings
- Training
- Small Fitness classes (eg. yoga, pilates)

Meeting Rooms
The Meeting Room Located on the first floor and seats 12 people at boardroom style table.
Used For:
- Hosting Meetings
- Presentations
- Training

The Conference Room Located on the second floor with a beautiful and unique view of Tallaght, accommodates up to 25 people.
Used For:
- Hosting Meetings
- Presentations
- Training

Performance Space
We are home to a fully equipped performance venue designed to an exceptionally high specification. It can accommodate up to 70 people in theatre style with a fully retractable seating bank to allow the space to be set cabaret style, horseshoe, or completely clear. There is also a large dressing room complete with showers, toilet facilities and lockers for your convenience. The Performance Space has a fully equipped lighting and sound rig and permanently installed projector. A full technical specification detailing all equipment is available on request.
Used For:
- Theatre Performances
- Live Music and Showcases
- Film Screenings
- Workshops
- Presentations
- Awards Ceremonies
- Dance Rehearsals
- Auditions
- Classes
- Conferences
- Receptions

Dance studio
Rua Red has a large dance and rehearsal studio accommodating up to 50 people. It is a beautiful, airy room filled with natural daylight, a polished beech sprung dance floor and mirrors. There is a large dressing room near to the studio complete with showers, toilet facilities and lockers for your convenience.
Used For:
- Dance classes
- Theatre rehearsals
- Auditions
- Workshops
**Please note that hard soled shoes are not permitted in the Dance Studio.
Music Rooms
There are purpose built music rehearsal rooms within Rua Red available for hire by individuals, groups, and organisations. Each room is a different size and able to accommodate different kinds of activity from music classes to band practice and drama rehearsals. All of the rooms have acoustic paneled walls.
We have a number of instruments and equipment available including:
- A drum kit (cymbals, sticks, and hi-hat clamps not included)
- PA systems
- Guitar & Base amps
- Piano
- Mic Stands
- XLR cables & extension leads
- Music stands
**Due to Covid-19, we are currently not providing mics. We will keep you updated on when they will be available.

Music Room One
Located on the first floor, Music Room One is ideal for a group of up to 25 people and can be set up according to your needs.
Used For:
- Classes
- Large band rehearsals
- Seminars
- Auditions

Music Room Two
Located on the second floor, Music Room Two is ideal for a group of up to 15.
Used For:
- Band rehearsals
- Classes
- Drama rehearsal

Music Room Three
Located on the first floor, Music Room Three is the perfect space for up to 5 people.
Used For:
- Any band rehearsal
- One-on-one lessons
- Auditions
- Classes
- Please Note
Acoustic Sessions and drama rehearsals Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm
Plugged in band rehearsals only Monday – Friday: 5pm – 9.30pm or Saturday: 10am – 6pm