John Colleary

John Colleary is my favourite comic, I learned so much from him... playful, inventive and brilliant. The best.” - Tommy Tiernan

Apart from being one of the most in-demand comics in the land, John Colleary has also co-written and starred in IFTA nominated shows, The Savage Eye (RTÉ2) and Irish Pictorial Weekly (RTÉ One). Other TV credits include appearances on Hardy Bucks and Bridget & Eamon (RTÉ2). A talented actor and mimic, John featured as one third of The Gusset Brothers on The Tommy Tiernan Show (RTÉ One).

He has also scooped an PPI Award for his topical sketch writing and performance on Today FM’s drivetime flagship, The Last Word; and is a favourite at Ireland’s top comedy clubs and festivals.

John toured with Tommy Tiernan in 2022 and 2023 and performed to tens of thousands of comedy fans up, down and around the country. His first solo show LOUD & COLLEARY went nationwide in Autumn 2023, followed by the HEAD LIKE A SHED tour in 2024. This year, John will be supporting Tommy again on his sold out ‘Tommedian’ tour as well as performing solo nationwide. Make sure to catch him on the road in 25!.