The Sea Horse Tragedy - Stagemad
Event Details
Event:
The Sea Horse Tragedy - Stagemad
Venue: Coastguard Cultural Centre,Tramore,Co, Waterford.
Date(s): 25/04/2025 - 27/04/2025
Time: 8pm Fri & Sat
6pm Sun
Tickets: €20 + b.fee
The Sea Horse Tragedy - Stagemad Theatre Company
Stagemad Theatre Companyare honoured to present a factual dramatised reading of The Sea Horse Transport Ship Tragedy that sank in Tramore Bay during a storm on 30 January 1816, killing all but 30 of 394 people on board.
By the early nineteenth century, the rectangular basin that is Tramore Bay had long been found by navigators as dangerous and to be avoided. However, in tumultuous weather with dark clouds and high spring tides, it was impossible to find the tower of Hook Head which is found on the eastern boundary of the estuary known as Waterford Harbour. The lighthouse of Hook Head distinguished Waterford Harbour from Tramore Bay but when ships accidentally entered Tramore Bay and realised their error, the decision was taken to navigate toward the Rinneshark for safety.Read and performed by a troupe of actors presenting true accounts of what happened on that tragic day.
These are voices from the grave that will never be forgotten in the history of Tramore.Join Stagemad and share the memories and honour the lost. Please be advised to book early as capacity is limited. This event will sell out quickly!
Other Info:
Doneraile Drive, Tramore West, Tramore, Co. Waterford, X91HP63
https://www.coastguardculturalcentre.ie
(Please note that a non-refundable booking fee per ticket applies to all online bookings.Tickets are non-refundable.)