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Patrick Monahan
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Patrick Monahan: Cowboys & Iranians - Fringe 2009 |
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EVERYONE knows someone who's a bit like Patrick Monahan. He's the guy at the wedding who flirts with the bridesmaids, tops up the aunties' glasses and breakdances to amuse the kids - a bit of a sweetheart. And that's what his comedy is like; something for everyone, all delivered with cheeky grin. In his fifth Edinburgh stand-up outing, Monahan sets out to examine the trifling issue of the differences between people, both personal and cultural (though not political). As an Irish-Iranian teetotaller, he is used to standing out in a crowd for one reason or another, and given that he also devotes a significant proportion of his shows to getting to know his audiences, this is well-chosen topic. Astoundingly, the garrulous Teessider even manages to stick to it, for the most part. In this refreshingly personal show, Monahan uses a quiz from a women's magazine as the springboard for an hour of fast-paced, chatty, observational comedy that seems to come more from the heart than just his usual compulsion to entertain. He offers some lovely sketches of his childhood, such as his Iranian grandmother's unique take on the idea of democracy, and of his later years, when he would take cakes to warehouse parties instead of Es. Teenagers come under his radar, in predictable but effective fashion, as he parodies the odd choreography of fights. His simple comparison between the American and British techniques is hilarious. The theme of differences also gives him further excuse to hug, touch and interrogate his audience as he invites two boys to take a quiz to find out how well they know each other and asks couples to shout out the secrets to their marriages, with unexpectedly brilliant results. Ever keen to please, Monahan even throws in a bit of elaborate on-stage dancing with said boys, as the audience revels in the physical comedy of two gawky and unprepared teenagers trying to spin on their heads. In previous, less solid shows, Monahan's old-fashioned, everyman persona seemed a hindrance to him piquing much interest. When paired with some good writing and strong anecdotes, he makes the case more convincingly. |
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| Date of live review: Saturday 15th Aug, '09 | |
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Saw Patrick compere at Late n Live at the Edinburgh festival and he's awesome! Best comic on the night by far. Went to his adult show the following day and he didn't disapoint. He didn't repeat any of his jokes from Late n Live and was even more awesome. One to watch for the future. Looking forward to him touring in my area Ana & Pete, August 2010 |
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Patrick at Eden Court Theatre Inverness was most certainly the best act of the trio of comedians on the night. Good rapport with his audience and lifted the evening and steered it away from being a mediocre gig. A comedian to watch in the future. Douglas Thomson, June 2010 |
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Excellent. Saw him at Smart Ass Comedy Club in Derby on thursday. Can't wait to see him again, hilarious from start to finish Dean, February 2010 |
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I have seen Patrick for the first time tonight. He is one of the very good comedians. Open, warm and a nice man who does kinda sweet comedy. :)also his accent cracks me up Hana Vitkova, May 2009 |
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Having read the comments here, I was expecting a paucity of material, but hoping his on-stage personality would carry it. It didn't. His enthusiasm does see him through, but I don't think you could even call most of what he does stand-up comedy (despite the half-Iranian, half-Irish Teeside backround that could have provided a wealth of material). If you're going to base your act on the people in the first row of the audience, go watch someone like Al Murray do it the way it should be done... Nigel Lord, October 2006 |
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I saw Pat at Late N Live last year, and thought he was good. He dealt with the heckling using original put downs and got laughs from most his material. It wasn't the best I've ever seen him, but he certainly didn't bomb from where I was sitting Steve, July 2006 |
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I recently booked Pat to compere a corporate gig - he was incredible. Although it was a quality field of entertainment the audience were waiting for Pat to come back on stage. Either he was on red hot form or he is a outstanding compere. Don Moses, July 2006 |
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Seen him at Late & Live two years running and he absolutely bombed both times. His solo show might be OK, but I'll not be rushing to see it. John, June 2006 |
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Where can I see Patrick Monahan next?
| 20:00 - Thursday 9th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Wimborne Tivoli Theatre |
| Prices: | £12 |
| Show: | Patrick Monahan: Cowboys & Iranians |
| 20:00 - Friday 10th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Bath Theatre Royal |
| Prices: | £12.50 (£8.50 concs) |
| Show: | Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, I'ran |
| 19:30 - Saturday 11th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Birmingham MAC |
| Prices: | £10 (£7 concs) |
| Show: | Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, I'ran |
| 20:30 - Wednesday 15th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | 99 Club Leicester Square |
| Prices: | £16 (2 for 1 entry) |
| Comics: | Andrew Lawrence, Patrick Monahan, Ria Lina, Roisin Conaty (MC) |
| 20:30 - Thursday 16th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Grantham Funhouse |
| Prices: | £6 |
| Comics: | Patrick Monahan, Roger Monkhouse, Spiky Mike (MC) |
| Info: | Plus Paul Jennings, Richard Fox |
| 20:30 - Friday 17th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Portsmouth Tiger Tiger |
| Prices: | £15 |
| Comics: | Dougie Dunlop, Ninia Benjamin, Patrick Monahan |
| 20:00 - Wednesday 22nd Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Dukes Headliners |
| Prices: | £7 (£6 in advance) |
| Comics: | Alex Lasarev, Inder Manocha, Patrick Monahan, Rich Wilson, Sy Thomas |
| Info: | Plus Tim Shoshodia, A Simon Lilley |
Recommended| 20:30 - Wednesday 22nd Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | 99 Club Leicester Square |
| Prices: | £16 2-for-1 |
| Comics: | Mike Wilmot, Patrick Monahan, Pippa Evans |
| Info: | MC Jim Woroniecki |
| 20:00 - Friday 24th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Goole Junction |
| Prices: | £8 (£6 concs) |
| Show: | Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, I'ran |
| 19:30 - Monday 27th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Nottingham Canalhouse |
| Prices: | £6 (£5 in advance) |
| Show: | Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, I'ran |
| 20:00 - Tuesday 28th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Ashford Lonestar |
| Prices: | £6 |
| Comics: | Alex Maple, Andrew Watts, Mark Simmons, Patrick Monahan |
| 20:30 - Thursday 30th Sep, '10 | |
| Venue: | Blisworth Walnut Tree Inn |
| Prices: | £6 |
| Comics: | Jason Patterson, Patrick Monahan |
| Info: | Plus Manos The Greek, MC Paul Jennings |
| 19:45 - Friday 1st Oct, '10 | |
| Venue: | Preston Guildhall & Charter Theatre |
| Prices: | £12 |
| Comics: | Alan Seaman, Patrick Monahan |
| 20:00 - Tuesday 5th Oct, '10 | |
| Venue: | Birmingham Old Joint Stock Theatre |
| Prices: | Call for prices |
| Show: | Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, I'ran |
| 20:00 - Sunday 10th Oct, '10 | |
| Venue: | Nottingham Just The Tonic Cornerhouse |
| Prices: | Adult - £8.00, Student - £4.00 |
| Comics: | Daniel Sloss, Patrick Monahan |
| 20:00 - Friday 15th Oct, '10 | |
| Venue: | Newcastle Hyena Cafe |
| Prices: | £11 |
| Comics: | Patrick Monahan |
| Info: | Plus Ste Porter, Steve Royal |
| 20:00 - Saturday 16th Oct, '10 | |
| Venue: | Newcastle Hyena Cafe |
| Prices: | £12 |
| Comics: | Patrick Monahan |
| Info: | Plus Ste Porter, Steve Royal |
| 20:00 - Saturday 23rd Oct, '10 | |
| Venue: | Stafford Gatehouse Theatre |
| Prices: | £10 (£8 concs) |
| Show: | Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, I'ran |
| 21:45~22:45 - Wednesday 27th Oct, '10 | |
| Venue: | Manchester Tiger Lounge |
| Prices: | £5 for all shows here tonight |
| Show: | Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, I'ran |
| Saturday 30th Oct, '10 | |
| Venue: | Folkestone Lonestar |
| Prices: | £9 |
| Comics: | Andi Osho, Neil McFarlane, Patrick Monahan |
| 20:30 - Wednesday 1st Dec, '10 | |
| Venue: | Milton Keynes Sno!Bar |
| Prices: | Call for prices |
| Comics: | Joe Rowntree, Patrick Monahan, Steve Hall, Tom Rosenthal |
| 20:30 - Thursday 2nd Dec, '10 | |
| Venue: | Ashby-de-la-Zouch Funhouse Comedy |
| Prices: | £8 |
| Comics: | Andrew Watts, Caimh McDonnell, Patrick Monahan, Spiky Mike (MC) |
| 20:00 - Sunday 19th Dec, '10 | |
| Venue: | Cramlington Punch-Drunk Comedy |
| Prices: | £10 |
| Comics: | Jason Cook, Patrick Monahan, Tom Stade, Kai Humphries (MC) |

Daily Telegraph Open Mic Award Final
Edinburgh Fringe 2002
The Comedy Clone
Edinburgh Fringe 2003
Shazia Mirza and Patrick Monahan
Edinburgh Fringe 2004
Patrick Monahan: Game On
Edinburgh Fringe 2005
Patrick Monahan's Road Map to Peace
Edinburgh Fringe 2006
Patrick Monahan: Do The Right Thing
Edinburgh Fringe 2007
Onomatopoeia Society III
Patrick Monahan: Feel The Love
Spinistry of Moonerism
Edinburgh Fringe 2008
Patrick Monahan: Time Bandit
Edinburgh Fringe 2009
Patrick Monahan's Stories And Fables For Kids That Like To Sit At Tables!
Patrick Monahan: Cowboys & Iranians
Edinburgh Fringe 2010
Patrick Monahan's Brand New Stories And Tales For Kids That Can Run Faster Than Snails
Patrick Monahan: I Walked, I Danced, I'ran
Misc live shows
MySpace Trident Comedy Award 2008
Tour
Patrick Monahan: My Kind Of People

