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Comedy Gigs in Belfast: Paddy McDonnell, Ciaran Bartlett and MORE!

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18th August 2022

‘The boys are back in town; boys are back in town’. These Belfast boys provide some of the best comedy talent in the country and are ready to entertain you at two of Belfast’s iconic venues, the Waterfront Hall and the Ulster Hall in 2022!

Tickets are still available for some of these shows so its time to get those plans out of the group chat, get all your mates together and head out for a night of laughs!

Dave Elliott | 10 September 2022 | Ulster Hall

Dave Elliot


Dave Elliott is a regular on Shane Todd's ‘Tea with me’ podcast but now he’s going solo and bringing his brand-new show “Bits and Pieces” to the Ulster Hall.

Having had huge success at his packed-out 2021 show Pillow talk, Dave Elliott returns on 10 September 2022.

Co-presenter of the smash hit “Rave Lockdown” on Radio Ulster and BBC One and host of the popular SLY GUY Podcast, Dave is one of the must-see acts on the circuit!

Tickets are still available, grab yours here!

Ciaran Bartlett | 15 October 2022 & 26 November 2022 | Ulster Hall

Ciaran Bartlett


He’s sold out three shows at the Limelight this year, the MAJESTIC Ciaran Bartlett is polishing his crown and coin-catching magnets and bringing you his biggest comedy solo show to the Ulster Hall on 15 October 2022 AND you can see him again on 26 November 2022!

Ciarán is one of Belfast's top comedians, known for his sharp observation, blistering rants, and musical comedy. This show is jammed with stories and songs all about Ciarán's life as a man of girth.

MAJESTIC is a brilliant chance to enter the world of the Goblin King following a year of sell-out shows and viral appearances on his own No Blasters Podcast and Shane Todd's, Tea with Me.

This is Ciarán's third trip to the iconic Ulster Hall having sold it out with the Comedy Squad in 2016.

There are limited tickets available for both gigs so get your tickets before it's too late!

Paddy McDonnell | 09 November & 12 November 2022 | Waterfront Hall

Paddy McDonnell


Fresh from a Sold-Out Ulster Hall show, Paddy McDonnell returns with the second installment of his hit show On The Tools which makes its way to Waterfront Hall, 12 November 2022 AND due to incredibly high demand, an extra date on 09 December 2022!

Known for being one of Ireland's best storytelling comedians, Paddy has been a massive hit during lockdown with his now famous life stories.

On the Tools 2: Tool Harder promises all-new stories of his life working on a variety of sites and jobs and is one not to be missed.

His first show is now SOLD OUT but don't worry, tickets are still remain for 09 December 2022.

Get your tickets HERE today!

Mickey Bartlett | 02 December 2022 | Waterfront Hall

Micky Bartlett


Don't miss Micky Bartlett at the Waterfront Hall on 02 December 2022 with his brand-new show 'Come On!'

After three SOLD OUT shows in the Ulster Hall, Mickey is performing his biggest ever solo show to date when he takes on the illustrious Waterfront Hall.

Having sold-out shows in Australia, America, and all over Europe, this gig is not to be missed, packed with hilarious jokes in Belfast's iconic comedy venue. If you love laughing until your belly hurts, this is the show for you!

So ‘Come on!’ get your tickets before its too late!


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