Ireland's longest-running improv comedy show delivers fast-paced, audience-driven laughs where anything can happen.

Dublin Comedy Improv

The Show Where Anything Can Happen.

As part of Jinglefest Comedy Shows, Ireland's longest-running improvised comedy show comes to Carlow for an afternoon of completely unscripted, unpredictable and hilariously funny entertainment.

Join the legendary Dublin Comedy Improv at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel on Sunday, 6th December at 2pm for a fast-paced comedy experience where the audience becomes part of the show and no two performances are ever the same.

Inspired by the hit TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway?, every sketch, scene, character and ridiculous situation is created on the spot from audience suggestions. The result is a whirlwind of quick-fire wit, outrageous characters and laugh-out-loud moments that can never be repeated.

Described as "absolutely amazing" and "hilariously funny" by Hot Press, Dublin Comedy Improv has spent over three decades proving that some of the best comedy happens when nobody knows what's coming next.

A Cast of Comedy Veterans

The Dublin Comedy Improv features a stellar cast of comedians, actors and performers who have entertained audiences on stage and screen for decades.

Sharon Mannion

Comedian, actor, writer and co-host of the hit podcast Middle Rage, Sharon Mannion is one of Ireland's most recognisable comedy performers.

Best known for her role as Concepta in Bridget & Eamon and her acclaimed stand-up performances across Ireland and the UK, Sharon brings fearless improvisation, razor-sharp wit and infectious energy to every show.

Joe Rooney

Best known to audiences as Father Damo from Father Ted, Joe Rooney is an acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, musician and writer.

A veteran of comedy festivals from Edinburgh to Glastonbury, Joe combines lightning-fast improvisational skills with musical comedy, unforgettable characters and brilliant storytelling.

Paul Tylak

A founding member of Dublin Comedy Improv, Paul Tylak has toured internationally performing alongside comedy legends from The Simpsons, The Drew Carey Show and Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Known to many as Roy from the beloved children's television series Roy, Paul is one of Ireland's most experienced improvisers and comic performers.

Danny Kehoe

Actor, writer and comedian Danny Kehoe is a familiar face from Republic of Telly, Bridget & Eamon and Moone Boy.

With years of experience performing improv comedy both in Ireland and internationally, Danny is renowned for his quick thinking, unforgettable characters and pitch-perfect comic timing.

Why Audiences Love Dublin Comedy Improv

For over 30 years, Dublin Comedy Improv has delighted audiences around the world with performances built entirely from audience suggestions.

The group has shared stages with performers from Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Saturday Night Live, The Simpsons and many of the biggest names in international comedy, building a reputation as one of Ireland's most consistently entertaining live comedy experiences.

"The improvisation is spot on, imaginative and hilarious."

The Independent (UK)

"It's bordering on amazing how quick their wit is. Razor sharp."

Beat Magazine, Melbourne

Comedy Playtime for Grown-Ups.

No script. No safety net. No idea what's going to happen next.

Event Details

Sunday, 6th December 2026

2:00 PM

Woodford Dolmen Hotel, Carlow

Featuring

Sharon Mannion

Joe Rooney

Paul Tylak

Danny Kehoe

Completely Unscripted. Totally Unpredictable. Absolutely Hilarious.

Part of Jinglefest Comedy Shows, a four-day celebration of live comedy from 3rd-6th December 2026, bringing some of Ireland's biggest comedy names and most entertaining performers to Jinglefest, Carlow's Christmas Festival.

Don't miss an afternoon where the audience writes the show and the comedians make comedy magic happen on the spot.

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