Bord Gais Energy Theatre has condemned the treatment of members of the cast and crew of the Lion King after they were subjected to racial abuse in Dublin.
The theatre posted on Twitter that they were “saddened to share” the news.
The performers and crew of the Lion King production, which is currently running in the theatre in Grand Canal Square, were subjected to racial abuse on their journey home from a show.
The show has been to a number of locations in the United Kingdom, and has been here since New Year's Eve.
In a statement they said: "It is shocking that something so vile and appalling happened to our colleagues who have brought such joy to thousands of theatregoers since the show opened on December 31.
"Bord Gais Energy Theatre and Disney Theatrical Productions strongly condemn all forms of discrimination.”
It has also been reported it to gardai, and the theatre have provided support to those affected.
"We fully stand with the performers and crew and have put plans in place to support those affected by this incident. We also urge that those responsible be held accountable and have reported this incident to An Garda Siochana,” they said.
The spokesperson added that the Bord Gais Energy Theatre and Disney Theatrical Productions were making a donation to the Irish Network Against Racism.
They said: "Over the last 25 years, The Lion King has been a beacon of optimism and inclusion across the globe.
"Its very presence and vision of the world that our audience experiences while watching the show, is in itself an instrument to change hearts and minds."
A spokesperson from An Garda Siochana told the Irish Mirror: "Gardai at Pearse Street are investigating reports of a public order incident at Hanover Street East, Dublin 2 on Friday, January 28.
"It's understood that shortly before 11pm a number of staff were subjected to verbal abuse by a group of male youths, after leaving their place of work from nearby premises.
"No arrests have been made to date. Enquires are ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Pearse Street Garda Station 01 6669000 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111."
