Patrick Monahan (comedian)
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Patrick Monahan (born June 23, 1976 in Ahvaz, Iran) is an Irish-Iranian stand-up comedian born to Irish and Iranian parents. He has performed at four Edinburgh Fringe Festivals, including three solo shows.
2006: Edinburgh Fringe show "Patrick Monahan's Do the Right Thing"
2005: Edinburgh Fringe show "Patrick Monahan's Road Map to Peace"
2004: Debut Solo Edinburgh Fringe show "Game On"
2003: Edinburgh Fringe show with Shazia Mirza
2002: Part of the Comedy Clone line-up at the Edinburgh Fringe
In 2001 he was the winner of 'Take The Mike' (Series 1 - ITV) 2001
Patrick started off on the glamorous Irish/Iranian/Geordie stand-up circuit where he developed his chatty & friendly, story telling style.
Now a regular on the UK comedy circuit, playing venues such as the Comedy Store, Jongleurs, The Glee club to name just a few, Patrick has also performed in Europe and on the International comedy scene, including shows in France (Paris 'Hotel Du Nordi' & The Alps), Monaco, Germany (Berlin), Belgium (Brussels & Antwerp), United Arab Emirates (Dubai, Doha & Abu Dhabi) and Bahrain.
Patrick regularly performs in most comedy clubs across England from Newcastle to Devon, as well as in Scotland, Ireland, Wales & Jersey. He has also done a host of University network shows for Avalon, Paramount and Off The Kerb Events
As well as a regular TV & studio warm up - on shows such as 'Friday Night Jonathan Ross', 'The IT Crowd', 'The Lenny Henry Show', 'Davina', 'Open House with Gloria Hunerford', as well as a regular MC at selected venues on the comedy circuit. He's also appeared as a contributor to nine out of twelve episodes of Channel Five's 'That's so Last Week'. He has also appeared on BBC's Destination Unknown', 'Malai Monologues' and as a panel member on the comedy quiz show 'Sudoko Street Challenge'.
An original writer and clever improviser skilled in audience interaction, Patrick's versatility, likeability and engaging stage presence has popular appeal, be it, stand-up, comedy character, host, presenter!
"He moves around the stage like a boxer working a ring, covering all angles and staying light on his feet. He is a walking advert for world harmony. Hearts will be broken, socks will be laughed off." - The Scottish Herald 2005
