Laughter with Patrick Monahan

As we consider what makes a great comedian, is it the ability to find humour in the mundane, or to tackle tough subjects with sensitivity and wit? Patrick Monahan, an Irish Iranian Teesside comedian, has built a reputation for being 'clever, funny and hugely likeable', and his upcoming appearance at the Gulbenkian Arts Centre's monthly comedy club is sure to be a highlight of the comedy calendar.

With a career spanning numerous major festivals across the UK, as well as international tours and TV appearances on BBC1 and ITV1, Patrick Monahan has honed his craft as a masterful observational stand-up comedian. His annual tours, which take him to countries across Europe, The Middle East, America, and Australia, are a testament to his enduring appeal and versatility as a performer. On Friday, 14 May 2027, he will bring his unique brand of comedy to the Gulbenkian Arts Centre in Canterbury, where he will be joined by opener Charmain Hughes, a festival-proven charmer with a sharp wit and a talent for making audiences laugh.

Charmain Hughes, with her unexpectedly sharp claws and quick wit, is the perfect foil to Patrick Monahan's clever observations, and together they promise to deliver a great evening of entertainment. The Gulbenkian Arts Centre's monthly comedy club, with its radical and exciting approach to stand-up, is the ideal setting for this talented duo to showcase their skills.

The event, which takes place on Friday, 14 May 2027, at the Gulbenkian Arts Centre in Canterbury, is an opportunity to experience the best of contemporary comedy in an intimate and welcoming setting. Tickets are with the button beside the article, allowing comedy fans to secure their place at this highly anticipated event.

As the comedy club's reputation for being 'warm and snuggle as a bunny rabbit' suggests, this is an evening that will leave audiences feeling uplifted and entertained, with a renewed appreciation for the power of comedy to bring people together and make us laugh. With Patrick Monahan and Charmain Hughes at the helm, this is an event that is sure to delight comedy fans of all ages, and one that will linger in the memory long after the curtain call.