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Our House Comedians At City Limits
The very best Comedians in the workd have graced the stage here at CityLimits Comedy Club. We have been at the forefront of the Irish Comedy scene for almost 30 years. We bring you the very best in Irish and International Comedy every week.
We host Funny Fridays and The Best Of Cork regularly showcasing local Comedians and our House Residents.Check out our House Residents below for more details.
Paul Crowley
Cork Comedian Paul Crowley has built a reputation as one of the best joke writers on the Irish comedy circuit. With his laconic style, easygoing manner and sharp eye for the absurd, Paul turns the everyday experiences of modern life into hilarious relatable comedy.
A natural storyteller, his material draws on life as a modern dad in his 40s — family, parenting, getting older, work, fitness and all the ridiculous situations that come with everyday life.
Familiar, honest and packed with “that’s exactly me” moments.
A regular at the top comedy clubs across the country, Paul is also resident MC at City Limits Cork.
“Brilliant material about everyday life, Paul is one of my favourite comedians to watch.” — Chris Kent
“Master of observational comedy.” — Irish Independent
Micheal ( the barman ) Roche
Micheal ( the barman ) Roche from Kerry. Micheal owns the stage from once he steps on it. His impressions are top-class and his ability to connect with the audience is like no other.
His down to earth, relatable stories are Hilarious
Micheal has worked with Tommy Tiernan, Bernard Casey, Terry Alderton to name just a few
“Very Impressive” Terry Alderton
Chris McShane
In 2020, Chris faced a new challenge when he lost all his hair to alopecia during lockdown. But instead of letting it get him down, he turned it into material for his stand-up routine, delighting audiences with his sharp observations and self-deprecating humor.
Winner of the 2024 Galway Toilet duck award. Chris has supported renowned comedians such as Deirdre O’ Kane, Joe Rooney, David McSavage, Fred Cooke & Pat McDonnell. Keep an eye out for Chris as you won’t be dissappointed.
Mark O'Keeffe
Mark O’Keeffe is an Irish comic who began his comedy journey in Vancouver Canada in 2014, and since then has travelled all over the world with his sharp wit and cheeky smile.
His light-hearted charm only magnifies his dark and twisted undertones challenging audiences to appreciate his dynamic style.
Mark is a regular at the Edinburgh fringe with sold out runs in 2023 and 2024 as well as making big waves at this years Perth and Melbourne Comedy Festivals in Australia. We expect a big comedy future for this comedian.
Lesly Martínez
Lesly was the winner of The Ballycotton Comedy Festival G.O.A.T Competition in 2022 and was a semi finalist of ‘Show Me The Funny’ 2023 and So Funny Comedy Festival in Sligo this 2024.She has performed all around Ireland and internationally.
A regular on the Irish Comedy circuit she has supported and performed alongside many well known acts such as Chris Kent, Mike Morgan and many more.
Lesly also was part of the comedy show “Immigration is joke” that toured for 12 Irish counties sharing the stage with other two great comedians, Malinda and Neil Green.
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