The cat laughs
Earlier this week I attended the launch of the Cat Laughs Festival, the infamous comedy fest that will take place in Kilkenny from the 2 - 6 June. Now in it's 11th year, and supported by Smithwicks, the event attracts the big names from the comedy circuit. This year sees performances from internationals such as Rich Hall, Bill Bailey, Mitch Fatel and Bill Burr. Irish well-knowns include Des Bishop, Dara O'Briain, Tara Flynn and Dylan Moran.
On the night we enjoyed hilarious performances from Deirdre O'Kane, who is currently off the circuit due to the birth of her beautiful daughter Holly. She's still got it though and proved why we love her so with a raft of new material. Another Irish favourite is Ed Byrne, who has had some success on British TV screens, also performed. Unfortunately his répertiore failed to wet the pants of the audience on the night. I guess comedians have off nights too.
LOLing at The Shelter @ Vicar Street on the evening were glamorous TV3 presenter Karen Koster, comedy agent Noise Nunn and photographer Marc O'Sullivan. Our MC for the evening was legendary funny man Dom Irrera, who will also participate in this year's festival. Dom was only in Ireland for less than a day to launch the event and flying back to the U.S. early the next day.
Speaking of cats, I feel like I've been chasing my tail over the last few days. What with being at Punchestown on Friday and the bank holiday Monday, my coverage has been all over the place recently. Normal transmission will resume shortly.
