Jack Gallagher Bids Farewell to Sacramento with 'An Irish Goodbye'

The acclaimed actor and playwright's final premiere at B St. Theatre is a poignant reflection on his decades in the city.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:38pm

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After over 30 years of captivating Sacramento audiences with his honest storytelling and flawless delivery, acclaimed actor and playwright Jack Gallagher is bidding the city a final farewell with the premiere of his new play 'An Irish Goodbye' at the B St. Theatre. Directed by Jerry Montoya, the production is a quiet, reflective, and often comedic look back on Gallagher's life and time in Sacramento as he prepares to move back East.

Why it matters

Gallagher has been a beloved fixture of Sacramento's theater scene for decades, introducing audiences to his acclaimed one-man show 'Letters to Declan' in the 1990s. 'An Irish Goodbye' marks the end of an era, as the playwright reflects on putting down roots in Sacramento, navigating life's ups and downs, and now saying a bittersweet goodbye to the city he's called home.

The details

In 'An Irish Goodbye,' Gallagher shares intimate stories from his life in Sacramento, from purchasing his Land Park home in 1987 to weathering teenage years, deaths, disabilities, and growing older. As he unpacks boxes and memories, the show strikes a balance between tugging on heartstrings and injecting humor, with Gallagher's stage presence remaining humble, gracious, and full of quiet wisdom.

  • Gallagher first introduced Sacramento audiences to 'Letters to Declan' over 30 years ago.
  • Gallagher purchased his Land Park home in Sacramento in 1987.
  • 'An Irish Goodbye' is running at the B St. Theatre through April 12, 2026.

The players

Jack Gallagher

An acclaimed actor and playwright who has captivated Sacramento audiences for over 30 years with his honest storytelling and flawless delivery.

Declan Gallagher

Jack Gallagher's son, who collaborated with him on 'An Irish Goodbye' as the playwright prepares to leave Sacramento.

Jerry Montoya

The director of 'An Irish Goodbye,' who helped craft the production's balance of conversational, reflective, and comedic pacing.

B St. Theatre

The Sacramento theater where 'An Irish Goodbye' is having its final premiere, marking the end of Gallagher's time in the city.

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What they’re saying

“I know I'm an old guy, because I carry cash.”

— Jack Gallagher, Playwright

What’s next

Tickets for the remaining performances of 'An Irish Goodbye' at the B St. Theatre may be purchased online, at the box office, or by phone.

The takeaway

After decades of captivating Sacramento audiences, Jack Gallagher's final premiere of 'An Irish Goodbye' at the B St. Theatre is a poignant and often humorous reflection on his time in the city, as he prepares to bid it a bittersweet farewell and return to the East Coast.