Brendan Gleeson is set to return to the stage for the first time in a decade in a production of The Weir at the 3Olympia.

The play, written and for the first time directed by Conor McPherson, will run from August 8 to September 6. It will then appear in London's Harold Pinter theatre from September 12 to December 6, marking Gleeson's West End debut.

"The last time I appeared on stage was 10 years ago, at the Olympia Theatre in Dublin, where I started my career," Gleeson said. "I can't wait to be back there, and then to play in the West End for the first time, at the beautiful Pinter Theatre."

Though perhaps better known for his career in film, with roles in The Banshees of Inisherin, In Bruges and more, the Irish actor began his acting work in theatre.

Gleeson last appeared on the theatre stage in 2015, performing alongside his sons Domhnall and Brian in The Walworth Farce, also at the 3Olympia.

McPherson's The Weir was written in 1997, set in a rural Irish pub as the regulars share stories with a newly arrived woman from Dublin. It won an Olivier Award for the best new play following its premiere.

"I can hardly believe it's been 30 years since I wrote The Weir – and about 30 years since I first met the wonderful Brendan Gleeson," McPherson said. "It's an absolute honour to bring this play to life again with one of the greatest titans of Irish acting."

Tickets for the 3Olympia run go on sale Saturday, May 3.