Poetry of Place, A Workshop Aug 18 (Sun, 2pm) Shuttle to Tao House from Museum of the San Ramon Valley  map it   Led by creator of Poetry in the Parks and artist in residence Jodie Hollander, Poetry in Place will kick off the O’Neill Festival 2024. Workshop participants will use Tao House surroundings as inspiration…

The Women in Mourning Becomes Electra, A Virtual Discussion Aug 28 (Wed 6–7pm PST/9–10 EST) Free Virtual Discussion via Zoom Join mother–daughter team Carole and Beth Wynstra as they discuss the play that makes our own mothers seem normal. Beth is an associate professor at Babson College and an O’Neill scholar. Carole is co-president of…

  Sweeping Passions Photography Showcase Photographers and digital artists of all levels were invited to submit their photod of Tao House and the historic site for this exhibit. Selected images are now displayed in the Museum of the San Ramon Valley during the Eugene O’Neill Festival. Showcase Theme: The theme is the artist’s interpretation of the…

Ghosts of Tao House Stroll Sep 6–Oct 16 Stroll in downtown Danville, visiting a dozen-plus shop-and-dine HOST SITES on the Ghosts of Tao House Stroll. Self-guided ghost walk day and night, and watch our short ghost recordings as some of O'Neill's characters come to life! View and download the complete list of Ghost Host Sites…

The Nomads: A Friendship City Celebration Concert Sep 12 (Thu, 7:30pm) Village Theatre  map it Tickets here Based in New Ross, Ireland, The Nomads take center stage with special guests Lizzy Heffernan and Todd Brothers. Join us for a night of Irish music through the ages…from folk songs to U2 and much more! A celebration…

Please note the new start time of 5pm for Sat. 28 and Sun. 29 performances What you should know before you buy. WATCH There are two transitions where the audience will move between locations. Light bites are included, but consider having a late lunch as the play run is 3 hours. Don't forget, leave no…

Secrets of O’Neill’s Danville, A Historic Walk Sep 14 (Sat, 10am) Eugene O’Neill Commemorative Park  map it   Join our FREE guided tour through old town Danville with EONF volunteer Jeff Weber and discover the secrets of O’Neill’s Danville. Learn how the O’Neill’s shopped and lived local circa 1937–44. Accessible to all levels of walkers.…

Whiskey Walk with Ghost Stories Sep 25 (Wed, 6–8pm) Auburn Lounge   Check-in at the O’Neill Festival concierge table (patio beside Auburn Lounge) to receive a wristband and signature shot glass. Docents will guide attendees throughout downtown to taste featured beverages and learn more about the Ghosts of Tao House host sites. We will be stopping at…

Join the Eugene O'Neill Foundation, Tao House on or annual trip to New Ross, Ireland to celebrate our Friendship City connection! It is always a huge success, with many sighseeing tours and theatrical events to enjoy, and the most welcoming hosts at the Eugene O'Neill International Festival of Theatre!   Read more about our partners,…

O’Neill Birthday Tribute Oct 16 (Wed, 10 - 11:30am) Shuttle to Tao House from Museum of the San Ramon Valley at 10am map it Join EONF for a toast to Eugene O'Neill and a tour of Tao House and its surrounding natural harbor. Includes a locally-foraged tasting from the Las Trampas hills, artisinal elixirs, conversation with…