Ronan Linskey & Ciaran Franco.

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CQ Big Comedy Weekender Presents: Ronan Linksey & Ciaran Franco

 Ciaran Franco is a new and exciting face on the Irish comedy scene, quickly establishing himself with his off-the-cuff, bumbling observational style. He has supported notable comedians such as Chris Kent, Paddy Raff, and Peter McGann. In August 2022, he performed a joint show titled ‘Speakeasy’ at The Sunflower, selling out back-to-back shows before taking it on the road to Newry. Following that, Ciaran had his first sold-out solo show, ‘Mooncat,’ in July. He has also made notable appearances on the BBC New Comedy Awards, reaching the semi-finals in 2024. More recently, he has played at highly regarded venues like Lavery’s Comedy Club and The Empire.

Ronan Linskey is a Belfast-based stand-up comedian known for his sharp wit and engaging performances. A finalist in the Bulmers Irish Comedian of the Year 2015, he has shared stages with renowned acts like Tony Law and Aisling Bea . Linskey has performed at notable venues including The Stand in Glasgow and Edinburgh, The Black Box in Belfast, and The Counting House at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival . He also co-hosts the popular comedy night Kill Your Darlings.