Comedian Carl Spain and promoter John Henderson attended the presentation.
Jason Byrne will perform at Drogheda Comedy Festival.Photo: Frank McGrath
Drogheda Comedy Festival is Deirdre O’Kane’s home gig.
Clr. Michelle Hall and Subb na Maoragain from the local tourism board attended the presentation.
Barry Murphy brought his character ‘Gunther’ to the launch of the comedy festival.
Mark and Tara Davies at the Drogheda Comedy Festival launch.
Clr. James Byrne of Drogheda BIDS, comedians Barry Murphy and Trevor Connolly attended the launch of the comedy festival.
Drogheda Comedy Festival opened at The Weavers last week.
Louth County Council is delighted to announce the opening of the first-ever Drogheda Comedy Festival, featuring an exciting line-up of top comedians.
The festival kicked off at The Room Bar, The Weavers, West Street, Drogheda, and was attended by hugely popular comedians Karl Spain, Günther Grun, and a number of local dignitaries and surprise guests. The lineup for the Drogheda Comedy Festival has been announced. The event will be held from March 8th to 10th at numerous venues.
Featuring a fantastic line-up of the country’s best comics, including Jason Byrne, Deirdre O’Kane, David McSavage, John Colleary, Emma Dolan, Tony Cantwell, Shane Daniel Byrne and Joe Rooney. This his three-day event is a celebration of laughter, culture and community and is sure to be a highlight on Drogheda’s cultural calendar. With such a diverse lineup of established and up-and-coming acts, there’s something for everyone, with reasonable ticket prices designed to fill every venue.
Drogheda Comedy Festival opened at The Weavers last week.
Louth County Council Night Economy Adviser Mark Davies said: “I would like to welcome everyone to the inaugural Drogheda Comedy Festival.” Clear your calendars from 8th to 10th March and get ready to celebrate a fantastic weekend of laughter and entertainment in the heart of Drogheda. ”
Drogheda Comedy Festival is Deirdre O’Kane’s home gig.
Trevor Connolly, LOVE Drogheda: “We are delighted to be sponsoring the inaugural Drogheda Comedy Festival and look forward to welcoming Ireland’s top comedians to a wide variety of venues across the town for intimate gigs both large and small. There’s got to be a show we deserve.’ Guys! We encourage everyone to go online to www.droghedacomedyfestival.ie and book early. ”
Barry Murphy brought his character ‘Gunther’ to the launch of the comedy festival.
Drogheda Comedy Festival features The Weavers, The Panto, Nelly’s, Droichead Arts Centre, The Crescent Venue, Odd Molly’s, The D Hotel, The Barbican, McHughes and TLT.