'Worst-case scenario': Technical issues cause mid-show cancellation of Cork Opera House musical

Wednesday’s performance of The Sound of Music was cancelled mid-show due to “significant and insurmountable technical issues"
Performances of The Sound of Music at Cork Opera House run until this Sunday, August 23.

Performances of The Sound of Music at Cork Opera House run until this Sunday, August 23.

Thu, 20 Aug, 2026 - 12:13
Breda Graham

An alternative performance of The Sound of Music at the Cork Opera House received a standing ovation this week after technical issues caused disruptions mid-show.

Wednesday’s performance of the popular sold-out musical was cancelled mid-show due to “significant and insurmountable technical issues”.

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