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Irish comedian Tommy Tiernan announces US tour dates including New York, Boston, Washington DC and Chicago

The legendary Irish comic is bringing his new show, Tommy Tiernan: Tomfoolery to North American theaters this summer

• 17:48, 8 MAR 2023
• Updated 14:38, 15 MAR 2023

Tommy Tiernan has announced new US tour dates in North America for his new show.

The legendary Irish comedian is bringing his new show, Tommy Tiernan: Tomfoolery to North American theaters this summer as part of his new tour.

The US dates kick off with two New York City shows on May 4 and 5 before traveling to Washington DC , Boston , Toronto , and Chicago . Tommy Tiernan: Tomfoolery has been described as ‘a high-energy mix of outrageous ideas and whimsical flights of fancy’.

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Tiernan has been performing stand-up for close to thirty years, and is now also well known as an actor, chat show host, writer, and podcaster at home in Ireland.

Hailed by Billy Connolly as one of his three favorite comedians in the world, Tommy has starred in nine hour-long stand-up specials and has been a guest on multiple television shows, including three appearances on Late Show with David Letterman.

He famously stars as 'Da Gerry' in the award-winning Netflix TV show Derry Girls and can be seen in the Hulu TV series, Conversations with Friends.

His film and theatre career spans over 25 years appearing in movies such as Dark Lies the Island, the Oscar-nominated Wolf Walkers, and on stage most recently with Druid in Sive.

The stage and screen star is currently hosting the seventh season of his critically-acclaimed TV show, The Tommy Tiernan Show, on RTÉ 1 in Ireland.

In this improvised talk show, neither Tommy nor the viewers are told the identity of the guests until they are introduced.

Tiernan also co-hosts the award-winning Tommy Hector & Laurita podcast, which has recently hit over 20 million downloads and is listened to in 175 countries around the world.

Produced by WestBeth Entertainment, tickets go on sale Friday, March 10 at 10:00 AM Local Time except for the Washington DC date, which will go on sale on March 16 at 10:00 AM. Full tour dates and links to tickets are available on Tommy’s website.

Developing and introducing artists and talent to North American audiences has a big part of WestBeth’s history. From Billy Connolly to Eddie Izzard, The Jim Henson Company to John Leguizamo and Trevor Noah to Hannah Gadsby, WBE has been the creative catalyst, partner, and producer of some of the most innovative performances and productions on the continent in venues throughout North America including Madison Square Garden, The Hollywood Bowl, Toronto’s Massey Hall, Chicago’s Chicago Theatre and even New York’s Radio City Musical Hall.

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TOMMY TIERNAN ANNOUNCES NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES FOR HIS NEW SHOW, TOMMY TIERNAN: TOMFOOLERY

Pre-sale starts today at Noon local time with code: TOMMY

Pre-sale for Washington DC show starts on March 14th at Noon with code: TOMMY

Tickets Go On Sale Friday, March 10 at 10:00 AM Local Time Except For The Washington DC Date Which Will Go On Sale on March 16

  “I thought my head would fall off from laughing.” – Five Star Review – The Times (London)

Legendary comedian, Tommy Tiernan, announces North American theater dates for his new show, Tommy Tiernan: Tomfoolery, a high energy mix of outrageous ideas and whimsical flights of fancy .   The North American dates kick off with two NYC shows May 4 & 5 before travelling to Washington DC, Boston, Toronto and Chicago.  Tickets go on sale Friday, March 10 at 10:00 AM Local Time except for the Washington DC date, which will go on sale on March 16 at 10:00 AM.  Full tour dates and links to tickets are available on Tommy’s website .

Performing stand-up for close to thirty years, Tommy Tiernan is a comedian, actor, chat show host, writer and podcaster.  Hailed by Billy Connolly as one of his 3 favorite comedians in the world, Tommy has starred in nine hour-long stand-up specials and has been a guest on multiple television shows, including three appearances on Late Show with David Letterman .

He stars as 'Da Gerry' in the award-winning Netflix tv show Derry Girls and can be seen in the Hulu TV series, Conversations with Friends . Tommy's film and theatre career spans over 25 years appearing in movies such as Dark Lies the Island , the Oscar nominated Wolf Walkers , and on stage most recently with Druid in Sive .

Tommy is currently hosting the seventh season of his critically-acclaimed TV show, The Tommy Tiernan Show , on RTÉ 1 in Ireland.  In this improvised talk show, neither Tommy nor the viewers are told the identity of the guests until they are introduced.

Tommy co-hosts the award winning and adored Tommy Hector & Laurita podcast, which has recently hit over 20 million downloads and is listened to in 175 countries around the world

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Tommy Tiernan has proved his overwhelming popularity once again – by adding lots of new dates to his national tour.

The comedian has been touring across the country with his new show Tomfoolery throughout 2022, but demand seems to be showing no signs of slowing down

As a result, the presenter, actor and funnyman has added a slew of new dates for 2023, including shows in Dublin , Cork, Belfast, Waterford, Wexford, Kilkenny, Carlow, Louth, Leitrim, Mayo, Derry and Donegal.

Tickets from €35 will go on sale from Wednesday, 14 December at 10am from ticketmaster.ie and from local venues.

Tomfoolery tour

The 53-year-old comic has been playing sold out shows across Ireland with Tomfoolery, which he describes as "a high energy mix of outrageous ideas and whimsical flights of fancy", throughout 2022.

Apart from his lengthy 25-year comedy career, the Donegal native has been reaching brand new audiences in recent times via his popular improvised chat show on RTÉ One, The Tommy Tiernan Show, which debuted in 2017.

His acting career has also taken off in the last few years, with high profile roles including Da Gerry in hit television show Derry Girls and Dennis in Conversations with Friends.

Tiernan's latest project, the two-part RTÉ One series Epic West, tells the story of the West of Ireland via the culture it has inspired and has been receiving rave reviews from the critics.

The comedian is also co-host of the Tommy, Hector and Laurita podcast, which recently hit 20 million downloads.

The triple threat star is set to return for a new series of his RTÉ chat show in January 2023.

The extra dates are listed in full below.

February 2023

Carrickdale Hotel, Dundalk, 23 February

Spirit Store, Dundalk, 24 February

Belfast Waterfront Hall, 25 February

Theatre Royal, Waterford, 2 March

Theatre Royal, Waterford, 3 March

Visual, Carlow, 4 March

Landmark, Carrick On Shannon, 10 March

Belfast Waterfront Hall, 11 March

TLT, Drogheda, 17 March

Vicar Street, Dublin, 18 March

Vicar Street, Dublin, 19 March

National Opera House, Wexford, 24 March

National Opera House, Wexford, 25 March

An Grianan, Letterkenny, 30 March

Royal Theatre, Castlebar, 31 March

Iontas, Castleblayney, 1 April

Vicar Street, Dublin, 13 April

Vicar Street, Dublin, 14 April

Vicar Street, Dublin, 15 April

Vicar Street, Dublin, 16 April

Set Theatre, Kilkenny, 20 April

Watergate Theatre, Kilkenny, 21 April

Hotel Kilkenny, 22 April

INEC Killarney, 29 April

Millenium Forum, Derry, 4 May

Millenium Forum, Derry, 5 May

Live At The Marquee, Cork, 8 June

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Saturday 27 April 2024 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

Age guidance: 15+  U16s must be accompanied by an adult.

At the request of Tommy Tiernan, this event will be a phone-free experience. More information can be found in our event FAQs below and at overyondr.com . Please note that refusal to comply will result in being denied entry to the Hall.  On the night, please bring a credit or debit card with you as you will not be able to use your phone as a method of payment once your device is secured in a Yondr pouch.

Tommy Tiernan's brand-new show tommedian is a fun-fuelled trip through the comic imagination of one of the best comedians in the world.

This is a wild, uninhibited and fiercely physical display of stand-up. A madcap parade of characters, memories and ridiculous flights of fancy. Theatrical, poetical and slightly unhinged… Don’t you dare miss it!!!

Tiernan’s legendary record-breaking ticket sales extend across the world. He’s the star of Channel 4 ’s hit show Derry Girls , appeared on Live at the Apollo ( BBC ) and is the host of his own critically praised improvised chat show on Ireland’s RTE 1 .

“A feral philosopher king.” – The Scotsman

“Tiernan can drop in turns of phrase so exquisite that you could call them a sound installation and enter them for the Turner prize.” – The Times

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At the request of Tommy Tiernan, use of phones, smart watches and all recording devices will not be permitted in the performance space. Upon arrival at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, all devices will need to be turned on silent or vibrate and then secured in individual Yondr pouches that will be opened at the end of the event as you exit the Hall. You will maintain possession of your device at all times and can access them throughout the event in our designated Phone Use Areas . All pouches and equipment will be sanitized prior to individual use. If you have any questions when you arrive at the venue, please talk to a member of staff.

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All tickets for this event will be paper tickets and sent out in advance by post. You will not be charged the £2.50 postage fee.

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There will be a clearly signed designated Phone Use Areas around the Hall. All devices must be re-secured in Yondr pouches before returning to the performance space.

I need to use my phone for medical reasons, is that ok?

Yes – anyone needing to use their device for medical reasons will not have to put their phone in a Yondr pouch. Please make yourself known to a steward on arrival and you will be given a wrist band to show that you are exempt.

What if I don’t want to put my phone in a Yondr pouch?

We appreciate your cooperation in creating this phone-free experience. Anyone who does not wish to comply will be refused entry to the Hall. Except for medical reasons, anyone seen using a device during the performance will be escorted out of the Hall.

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Tommy Tiernan: Tommedian

Tommy Tiernan ‘s brand-new show Tommedian is a fun fuelled trip through the comic imagination of one of the best comedians in the world.

This is a wild, uninhibited and fiercely physical display of stand up. A madcap parade of characters, memories and ridiculous flights of fancy. Theatrical, poetical and slightly unhinged. Don’t you dare miss it!

Tiernan’s legendary record-breaking ticket sales extend across the world. The Star of Channel 4’s hit show Derry Girls and Live at the Apollo (BBC) and the host of his own highly critically praised improvised chat show on Ireland’s RTE 1 .

‘A feral philosopher king’ Scotsman

‘Tiernan can drop in turns of phrase so exquisite that you could call them a sound installation and enter them for the Turner prize’ Times

This is a phone-free show.

Upon arrival at the venue, Yondr (the phone-pouching company) will have staff available to help you put your phone in a lockable pouch which you keep throughout the night. You can unlock your phone from the pouch by going to a marked ‘Phone Use Area’ located within the Circle Bar and foyer (phones will be locked in the pouch when leaving these areas. Please see a member of staff or Yondr assistant if you need help finding them).

You can use your phone/digital ticket to access the venue but we advise all visitors to take note of your row and seat number or print off your tickets before arrival.

Please bring a physical credit/debit card for use at the bar/concessions in the venue (cash is also accepted).

The promoters have decided this makes for a better show for everyone involved.

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Running Time: 1hr 50mins (approx. including interval)

Age Guidance: 15+

Prices include a £2 booking fee and where applicable, a £1.20 charge for postage will also be payable

Boxes are available to book by calling the Box Office on 0113 243 0808

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Tommy’s brand new show ‘tommedian’ is a fun-fuelled trip through the comic imagination of one of the best comedians in the world. This is a wild, uninhibited and fiercely physical display of stand-up. A madcap parade of characters, memories and ridiculous flights of fancy. Theatrical, poetical and slightly unhinged…

Captivating audiences as “Da Gerry” in Channel 4’s acclaimed series “Derry Girls” and earning high praise as the host of the spontaneous and engaging “The Tommy Tiernan Show” on RTÉ One, Tommy Tiernan is hitting the road with a brand new tour throughout Ireland.

“A feral philosopher king.” – The Scotsman

“Tiernan can drop in turns of phrase so exquisite that you could call them a sound installation and enter them for the Turner prize.” – The Times

NB: This is a phone free show.

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TOMMY TIERNAN – SOLD OUT

Tommy’s brand new show ‘tommedian’ comes to The Lark Concert Hall Balbriggan. This is a fun-fuelled trip through the comic imagination of one of the best comedians in the world. This is a wild, uninhibited and fiercely physical display of stand-up. A madcap parade of characters, memories and ridiculous flights of fancy. Theatrical, poetical and slightly unhinged… Captivating audiences as “Da Gerry” in Channel 4’s acclaimed series “Derry Girls” and earning high praise as the host of the spontaneous and engaging “The Tommy Tiernan Show” on RTÉ One, Tommy Tiernan is hitting the road with a brand new tour throughout Ireland.

THIS EVENT IS A PHONE-FREE SHOW

What is a Phone-Free Show?

Just as it sounds. Use of phones/ digital devices will not be permitted in the performance space.

Please take note of your Block, Row and Seat Number from your digital ticket before your arrival at the venue.

How Does it Work?

Upon arrival at the venue, Yondr (the phone-pouching company hired to do this) will have staff available to help you put your phone in a lockable pouch which you keep throughout the night. There will be ticket writers on site to assist if required.  Please take note of your Row and Seat Number from your digital ticket before you arrive at the venue.

What if I have an Emergency and Need to Access My Phone? 

You can unlock your phone from the pouch at any time by going to the clearly marked  ‘Phone Use Area ’ located within the venue, see any usher or Yondr staff if you need help finding it.

What about Bars or Merchandise? 

Please bring your physical credit/debit card with you for use at the bar / concessions in the venue.

Why are you doing this & is it Mandatory? 

Yes, it is mandatory, we’re convinced this makes for a better show for everyone involved. Our eyes open a bit wider and our senses are slightly more heightened when we lose the technology crutch we’ve become accustomed to. And yes, it’s a non-negotiable deal.

Show information

date: 13/06/2024

Time: 8:00 pm

Ticket: €37

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“Growing up in Camden in the ‘80s, I never spent one single school holiday in London. The second the bell went, it was straight out and dumped into a field in Cork.

“My mum was from a family of 12 sisters and one brother. A lot of women… and none of them quiet. They inspired me. They were very glamourous, loud, very funny Irish women.” 

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“We speak 10 times a day. It’s always been that way.” 

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Tiernan wondered if there’s “a part of” Conaty that loves taking care of people. 

“Yeah…making people laugh, you’re taking the emotional temperature of the room, and can I fix it is definitely a thing,” Conaty said.

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“Yeah, I’m very shy. Not as bad as I get older. I’ve found certain ways around it. Might not be much healthy ways. I’m deeply shy. I also love talking to people, but still I find it hard to make eye contact as you can probably see.” 

Pyro said his father had similar social anxiety and recalled how “freaked out” he’d be going into a shop. 

“He was terrified of the world but he ran a company that had 200 employees,” he said of his dad.

The show’s final guest was weightlifter Thammy Nguyen, who became very emotional while speaking to Tiernan about her early life in Ireland after she arrived here as a six-year-old with her dad, having left her mother and brother back in Vietnam. 

“When I talk about my younger life I get really emotionally upset….I’m crying already because I actually don’t talk about my past. I didn’t have money, English, friends, no family… so it was just a sad time.”

 Telling Tiernan that she is tough and she likes achieving goals, Nguyen spoke about how her biggest fear was not qualifying for the Olympics. Now she has accepted that she won’t qualify – and is no longer fearful. 

“I’m still here. I have no fear now,” she said.

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‘Tough watch’ – tables turned on Tommy Tiernan as one guest divides viewers  

The tables were turned on the Tommy Tiernan Show on Saturday night as the host found himself answering rather than posing the questions.

In the final episode of the current series, Tommy was joined by comedian Roisin Conaty, musician Mik Pyro and competitive weightlifter Thammy Nguyen.

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As is well established at this stage, Tommy doesn’t know the identity of any of his guests in advance.

However, it was the former frontman of rock band Republic of Loose , Mik Pyro, who decided that Tommy was in line for some questions of his own.

In a wide ranging interview, Mik opened up on his social anxiety and how it’s affected his life as a musican. ‘I am very shy. I have found ways of getting around it — obviously some ways are not the most healthy. I love talking to people but I still find it hard to make eye contact.

Mik’s not having anyone call him cool 😎😎 #TommyTiernanShow @tommedian @MIKPYRO pic.twitter.com/NUQ7mdHjp1 — RTÉ One (@RTEOne) April 20, 2024

‘I enjoy people more and more as I get older. My dad was the same. He had the same social phobia as me. He said that walking into a shop was terrifying and I find the same thing.

‘He was terrified of the same stuff but he ran a company with 200 employees. That took courage.’

In the interview, Mik opened up on the realities and difficulties of being a musician.

‘I have to do the live stuff to survive. I don’t have any other source of income. I have a house which my parents left me, so I don’t have to pay rent. I am very lucky in that regard, but I am living week-to-week. It is tiring and stressful.’

Mik admitted that he stopped drinking for five years and it wasn’t ‘healthy’ before extracting a confession of his own from Tommy.

‘I stopped drinking for five years but I fell back into it after my ould fella died. It hit me harder than it should have because I was so spiritually reliant on him.’

Revealing that he used to drink a bottle of brandy to ‘get out of bed’, the singer questioned Tommy on his own drinking habits.

‘You don’t drink, do you?’ Mik asked Tommy.

‘I do, yeah,’ the comedian answered. ‘Not to excess. I was off it for eight years.’

Mik then asked Tommy why he stopped drinking in the first place.

‘Because it was getting messy. I was drinking to oblivion. That’s fine for a while. But there will be time for oblivion when I am dead.’

Tommy went on: ‘I was 33 years of age when I stopped. I stopped for eight years but my wife asked me to start drinking again. I was no craic,’ he joked.

However, some viewers were uncomfortable with the content of the interview and said that it was a ‘hard watch’.

Mick Pyro was a hard watch, but so relatable and inspirational for those of us who suffer from anxiety. Fair play to him. #tommytiernanshow — Thats how the light gets in (@fowl_no) April 20, 2024

That look when you don’t know what to say next… #tommytiernanshow pic.twitter.com/buCitk6FJx — Denis E Kelly (@DenisDebung) April 20, 2024

Jaysus fair play to Mick Pyro, great interview. #tommytiernanshow — Niggles (@Niggles91) April 20, 2024

Tough watch Mick Pyro on #tommytiernanshow Demons still there. Incredible talent. — Con_William (@MildThing84) April 20, 2024

Good to see Mick Pyro on the show. He ain’t ok but he is putting one foot in front of the other, like a lot of people. Well done Mick. 👍 #tommytiernanshow — Richard Carroll (@cyberlocks) April 20, 2024

Love Mik but this is a hard watch #tommytiernanshow — Eugene Regan (@EugeneRegan11) April 20, 2024

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