Battle
of the
Axe
The world wide famous comedy and open mic night: Dublin Ireland
Tickets are free; however, booking is required in advance through the QR code featured on the event poster or online at https://libertiesresidents.ie or https://luna.com/afx84
Liberties Comedy Together Evening Returns to Molly’s Bar on 31st May 2026
A night of stand-up comedy featuring top Irish and international talent in support of The Liberties community as part of Dublin City Council’s “A Thriving City for All Festival 2026”
This free event brings together a fantastic line-up of comedy talent for a night of laughter and community spirit. Acts include:
- Joe Irish MC – Regular at Laughter Lounge and Liverpool’s Hot Water Comedy Club, as well festivals such as Electric Picnic, Kilkenny Cats Laughs, All Together Now, Edinburgh Fringe, Vodafone and Galway Comedy Festivals — among others.
- Shawn Uyosa – Nigerian-born Irish comedian. Best New Act winner and Comedy Cavern’s Cork Comedian of the Year. Shawn was selected to be in the regional showcase for the BBC New Comedy Awards, was a Leinster finalist in a comedy competition for RTE called Stand up and be Funny and won the “Best New Act” competition at the Bray Comedy Festival in 2020.
- Gar Murran – won The Bulmer’s Comedy Competition. He was a Finalist in So You Think You’re Funny, performed at some of the UK’s best clubs including The Hyena, The Glee Clubs, Jongleurs, Amused Moose, Funhouse Comedy Club and is a regular MC/performer at Ireland’s biggest comedy club, The Laughter Lounge, Dublin.
- Breda Hegarty – is an emerging star of Irish comedy, winner of the Best New Act 2025 at the Bray Comedy Festival and Best Comedian at the DICFF Stand up Comp
- Terry O’Neill – Edinburgh Fringe Festival performer. He is also a busy actor and comedian whose film and TV credits include Michael Inside, The Meeting, Love/Hate and Striking Out. On stage he has performed in theatres, comedy clubs and festivals all over Ireland and the UK
- Date: Sunday, May 31st, 2026
- Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm (Doors 7.30pm)
- Venue: Molly’s Bar, 101 Francis Street, The Liberties, Dublin 8 (D08 Y70F)
- Tickets: Free admission (advance booking required) https://Luna.com/afx84lbp
About us
The Battle of the Axe Comedy, Open Mic & Singer/songwriters Club has been hosting events since 1996, making it over 26 years old — although it’s a bit like Peter Pan — it will never grow up. However, the show has now grown to ONLINE status as well as various venue productions popping up throughout the year.
It has been a launch pad for some of Irelands and Global most iconic masters of mirth and it remains one of the friendliest places for new would-be comedians, singer/songwriters & open mics trying to cut their teeth and perfect their act.
So, for future shows check back here or our Social Media pages through the links on this site.
Acts who may wish to be considered for future shows online or live venue shows should check out NEW ACTS WELCOME link on this site and our Facebook page.
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BATTLE OF THE AXE COMEDY NIGHT
The Battle of the Axe Comedy, Open Mic & Singer/songwriters Club has been hosting events since 1996, making it over 26 years old — although it’s a bit like Peter Pan — it will never grow up. However, the show has now grown to ONLINE status with regular shows being aired throughout the year. It has been a launch pad for some of Irelands and Global most iconic masters of mirth and it remains one of the friendliest places for new would-be comedians, singer/songwriters & open mics trying to cut their teeth and perfect their act. Acts who may wish to be considered for future shows check out NEW ACTS WELCOME link on this site and our Facebook page.
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Contact
New acts are always welcome! But please get in touch, well in advance of your intended performance date!
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