Sell-out comedian Paddy McDonnell in Ballina

Paddy McDonnell’s new show ‘Gouts Out,’ has been filling arenas all over Ireland and will visit Ballina Arts Centre on October 17, for one night only. In this all-new show, Paddy brings his anecdotal humour to getting old, trying to act young, and dealing with gout!

Belfast comedian Paddy McDonnell started his career in 2011 and was very quickly supporting acts like Des Bishop and Ardal O’Hanlon. He has since shared the stage with Frankie Boyle, Jason Manford, and Andrew Maxwell, among others. His solo shows have filled venues such as Limelight, and the 2 SSE Arena and his 2015 show ‘Dagger’ was the sell-out highlight of the Belfast Belly Laugh’s Festival, garnering 5-star reviews.

With a strong reputation for turning everyday observations into hilarious anecdotes, Paddy’s comedy is largely based on tales of working as a taxi man and being a husband and father. This show focuses on the vagaries of ageing is proving just as popular and has just embarked on a nationwide tour. Local audiences will get a chance to catch it in Ballina on the 17th. Tickets priced €20 + booking fee are available at the box office (096-73593) or via the website.

In the meantime, tickets are selling out fast for the third visit of the popular ‘80’s Icons show’ to the centre. Featuring guitar slamming tunes from Duran Duran, Spandau Ballet, Go West, Paul Young, Phil Collins, Nik Kershaw, and plenty more heroes of the decade It’s the 80s — turned up to eleven. Expect big sounds, bigger vibes, and a nostalgia trip so strong you’ll swear it’s 1985 again. But you need to book soon so contact the box office or go online now.