2012

 

Belfast Festival at Queen's is back!  It's jam-packed with performers from big names in the world of entertainment to unknown artists looking to get their chance in the spotlight.  The festival caters for everyone and includes theatre, comedy, dance, physical theatre, musicals, operas, music, exhibitions and events.

Keep an eye out for 'The White Room' on the front lawn of the Lanyon Building.  It's going to house the coolest, funniest, laugh-out-loud comedy acts to be seen this year!

 

Here are just a few on our hit list in week one:

 

A Perrier Award winning Irish stand-up comedian is going to be in the house!
20 & 21 October, 8pm.  The White Room.

 

Abandonman
Winners of the Hackney Empire New Act of the Year, Musical Comedy Awards and the Adelaide Fringe Festival “Best Comedy – Newcomer” awards, Abandoman create musical songs and sketches at lightening speed based on audience interaction. Come to the show, drop your suggestions in the ring and watch as Abandoman make musical magic!
23 October, 8pm.  The White Room.

 

Terry Alderton
Following yet another smash hit, critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Canadian tour and appearances on Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Road Show and Dave’s One Night Stand, Perrier Award nominated comedian Terry Alderton is bringing his phenomenal comedy rollercoaster to the Belfast Festival. Pop in to see his hilariously unpredictable alter egos, extreme physical pranks and eerie insights into the inner workings of an unusual mind. 
25 October, 8pm.  The White Room.

 

Jon Richardson
Due to an overwhelming public demand, the brilliant Jon Richardson is back on tour in 2012.
The host of Channel 4’s Stand Up For The Week and team captain on 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee and best-selling author will be taking his show, across the UK from August 2012.
Away from stand-up Jon is massively in demand for television and radio appearances. His recent TV credits include Have I Got News For You (BBC ONE), Live At The Apollo (BBC ONE), Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow (BBC ONE), Channel 4’s Comedy Gala Live At The 02 and Never Mind The Buzzcocks (BBC TWO).
26 & 27 October, 8pm.  The White Room.

 

Ireland's Got Mammies
Hailing from the Co. Cork village of Dripsey, ColmO'Regan has been making a name for himself in comedy over the last while. From Cape Town to Montreal he has made audiences laugh all over the world. His TV appearances include Just for Laughs and the Late Late Show and he is also a regular columnist for RTE and the BBC.  Last year he toured his show Dislike! to critical acclaim. This year he just wants his mammy.
28 October, 8pm.  The White Room.

All this and it's right on your door step!  Grab your mates and join us for the craic... it's going to be great!

See you there!

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