Tragedy Plus Time News Today

David Roy chats to veteran Irish funnyman Ed Byrne about drawing unexpected inspiration from the death of his younger brother Paul, and why his new show is still actually really funny - honest

In the social media age, artists are using their trauma to bolster their relatability, while dramas are often thinly veiled personal testimonies. The unvarnished truth may be irresistible, but is it bringing out the rubberneck in all of us?

Geraldine Quinn: The Passion of Saint Nicholas - Melbourne International Comedy Festival review

From the quote attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time – and also the name of Ed Byrne’s latest stand-up show. During this year's Laugh Your A** Off comedy festival, come and join Irish comedian and Mock the Week regular, ...

Is there no end to the man’s talents? A staple of revered panel show Mock the Week, Ed Byrne has also sledded down the side of a volcano for Dara and Ed’s

Hes quietly becoming one of the UK’s smartest, most vital stand-ups - Tim Hardings comedy diary

West End musical Hairspray and comedians Punt and Dennis are among the Norwich Theatre Royal, Playhouse and Stage Two shows going on sale in January…

The standup on finding a good preshow pint, getting heckled and reflecting on the death of his brother in Tragedy Plus Time

Irish stand-up legend Ed Byrne admits he was reduced to tears on stage the first time he performed Tragedy Plus Time.

AN Irish comedian and actor is set to return to Colchester for what will be the first time three years.