I'm Running My First Ever Comedy Gig For Charity!
I've always been a huge fan of comedy, especially the local comedy scene here in NI. So I thought I'd try running a gig myself while helping a great cause at the same time.
Patrick McCrystal
Freelance Writer, FWA Member & Interviewer of NI Comedians.
Talal Jomar: Tour Supports, Theatre & Arsenal To Win The Title?
In only the space of a couple years Talal has already made big waves in the comedy scene in NI, gigging all across the country, playing in the biggest comedy clubs & doing tour support for the biggest acts at the grandest venues. Supporting Shane Todd at the Grand Opera House isn't something that's just handed to you & to perform that early in a standup career proves how good Talal is.
Justin Freeburn: Standup Comedy, Podcast Producing & Roast Battles?
Stand-up comedian & podcast producer Justin Freeburn is making a name for himself both on stage & behind camera as he continues to grow his standup career alongside a successful podcast stable.
Tommy McCarthy: First Headline Stand-Up Show, Boxing Future & Acting Aspirations!
Tommy McCarthy has spoken of his future beyond boxing & he looks set to have an equally successful career in the comedy circuit.
Gary Pollock: Starting Comedy Clubs, The Fight Project & First Standup Special
Gary Pollock is not only an ever growing club promoter, creating shows & clubs from the grassroots level into established venues but also a top standup comic who's looking to grow his own brand alongside his successful comedy nights.
Keego: Pro Wrestling, Comedy During Covid & The Tayto Debate?
From Professional Wrestling to Acting to Kickboxing to Standup Comedy; Keego has shown himself to be quite the performer in his past lives but it's comedy that has given him the new lease of life. One he is excelling in already in such a small amount of time.
Brónagh NicAoidh: Auntie-Oh Pod, The Laugh Chapel & Top Trumps?
The West Belfast comedian started back in 2019 but only within the last year has she made it a consistent career while she balances her full time engineering career.
Jordan Robinson: Heart Surgeries, Beat The Frog Triumph & Conan O'Brien?
Having started standup only six years ago, Jordan has packed quite a lot in to his career so far & has got some acknowledgements already by winning comedy shows & being shortlisted for the BBC New Comedy Awards.
Luke McGibbon: A Decade At The Pav, Worst Ever Gigs & Future Goals!
Having started gigging in 2011 admittedly only seeking to be a good comic, Luke established himself as that within a couple of years before he "rotted for the guts of a decade" as he performed without actively seeking out new gigs or writing new material.
However, lockdown is when it started to fall into place more for Luke, getting new jobs which provided more free time to dedicate to his comedy career which is starting to grow more each year.
However, lockdown is when it started to fall into place more for Luke, getting new jobs which provided more free time to dedicate to his comedy career which is starting to grow more each year.
Ciaran Franco: Running Gigs, Gong Shows & Getting stuck on Buses?!
Ciaran Franco is one of the rising stars of the NI Comedy scene at the moment. From running gigs & MC'ing to headlining shows, Franco has had a rapid rise in only a few years & is set to continue his growth in the next coming years here; hopefully across the pond too.
Dave Elliott: Podcasts, Sitcoms & Dundonald?
Dave Elliott is one of the top comedians in the country & easily one of my favourite acts. Having started comedy over a decade ago he's established himself as one of the main headline names in the NI scene alongside his hilarious podcast: The Sly Guy Podcast.
Alan Irwin: Wrestling, The Simpsons & Karaoke?
Alan's one of the stalwarts of the NI comedy scene having started back in 2010. From performing to empty crowds in the beginning, he's been a part of the ever-growing scene that it is today.
Jazmynne Sierra: Philadelphia, Youth Work & The Mennonite Church?
Jazmynne Sierra is a comic who's career is starting to make big strides becoming one of the main names in the Northern Irish comedy scene.
The Florida native is coming off the back of supporting Shane Todd at the Grand Opera House Belfast & appearing on ITV/UTV's Secrets of the Comedy Circuit, however, it's safe to say her 'journey' to the stage of a club here isn't like anyone else's.
The Florida native is coming off the back of supporting Shane Todd at the Grand Opera House Belfast & appearing on ITV/UTV's Secrets of the Comedy Circuit, however, it's safe to say her 'journey' to the stage of a club here isn't like anyone else's.
James McKegney: Stand-up Comedy, Sketches & Politics?
From stand-up comedy & online sketches, to an ever growing 'political career'; James McKegney's career is seeing continuous growth within the last couple of years.
NEXT GEMS: Alejandro Garnacho, Manchester United's Most Exciting Young Superstar
Expectations are high for United's 'starboy' & the fanbase are off their seats every time he collects the ball and drives at defenders.
He is the future of Manchester but can he also be the present?
He is the future of Manchester but can he also be the present?
NEXT GEMS: Trent Kone-Doherty, Liverpool & Ireland Starlet
Irish Sensation, Kone-Doherty is showing signs of great potential in the Liverpool Academy with first team football not far off.
NEXT GEMS: Romeo Lavia, The Next Defensive Midfield Maestro?
Belgian International &midfield star is drawing interest from the Premier League's elite as Arsenal & Liverpool eye his signature after debut season in England's top flight.
NEXT GEMS: Endrick, Brazil & Real Madrid's New Generational Talent
Endrick is considered one of, if not the greatest talent of his generation. The Real Madrid-bound wonderkid has had a meteoric rise at such a young age.
NEXT GEMS: Conor Bradley, The Heir To Alexander-Arnold's Right-Back Position?
Conor Bradley's stock has never been higher as the current Northern Ireland International sets his sights on regular first team football at club side, Liverpool.
NEXT GEMS: Evan Ferguson, The Future of Irish Football
Evan Ferguson carries the weight of Ireland on his shoulders whilst being the next gem from the Brighton recruitment line - all at the age of 18.
NEXT GEMS: Alex Scott, The Newest Football Manager Wonderkid
Bristol City's wonderkid midfielder is the most used player in FM23 thus far & is attracting interest from top Premier League clubs this window after dazzling in the Championship last season.
Match Review: Nottingham Forest 0-2 Manchester United
United saw off Nottingham Forest once again with a comfortable victory but with injuries piling up, ten Hag will need to consider more rotations ahead of Brighton's weekend semi final clash at Wembley.
Match Review: Manchester United 2-2 Sevilla
Two own goals and a collection of bad injuries saw United's early 2 nil lead turn into a disappointing draw at home to the Spanish side.
NEXT GEMS: Gift Orban, The New Kid On The European Block
Orban has been the gift that keeps on giving to his new side Gent this season. The Nigerian-born forward signed for the Belgian side on Deadline Day this January for only €3.3m, and he's already proving to be arguably the bargain of the season.
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