Tom Crean Antarctic Explorer

Clonmel World Music is delighted to present one of the best one-man theatre shows on the circuit , in conjunction with Play on Words Theatre.

Tom Crean Antarctic Explorer will take place in The Abymill Theatre, Fethard, on Thursday 19th February 2026, as part of a full Irish Tour for this award winning play.

Tom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of Ireland’s unsung heroes, is brought to life in this dramatic and humorous solo performance.

Writer and actor Aidan Dooley takes his audience on one incredible journey in the shoes of this courageous Irish hero. Experience the thrill and excitement of his expeditions told with charm, warmth and humour.

Hear the riveting true stories of Crean’s Antarctic explorations as one of the few men to serve with both Scott and Shackleton and survive the three famous expeditions: Discovery, (1901 – 1904); Terra Nova (1910 – 1913); and Endurance (1914 – 1916).

Tom Crean’s story is a testament of human fortitude against all the elements of the Antarctic. His 36 mile solitary trek to base camp during the Terra Nova expedition to rescue his comrades Teddy Evans and William Lashly has been described by Antarctic historians, as “the finest feat of individual heroism from the entire age of exploration”. He was subsequently awarded the Albert Medal for his bravery.

This multi-award-winning show has now played critically acclaimed sell-out performances throughout Ireland, USA, Australia, Europe and the UK. It has even been performed on an ice floe in the artic !

Tickets: €26.50 including booking fee at https://clonmelworldmusic.com/events/tom-crean-antarctic-explorer-2026/