Hailing from the rural heart of Northern Ireland, Mark McCarney brings his unmistakable wit, charm, and a dash of countryside chaos to the stage. Known for his hilarious online sketches and razor-sharp stand-up, Mark has become one of the freshest voices in Irish comedy, blending absurdity with relatable tales of small-town life.With his deadpan delivery and knack for finding humor in the mundane, Marks show takes audiences on a laugh-out-loud journey through the quirks of family, community, and the strange realities of modern living. Whether you're a long-time fan of his viral hits or new to his uniquely Irish sense of humor, this tour is guaranteed to leave you in stitches.Dont miss the chance to see Mark McCarney live raw, real, and ridiculously funny.

Yes and...! Workshop Information LearnHowto ImprovisewithJaneyMac Try something newwith this funworkshop, designed to teach the basics of improv in a relaxed,friendly environment. Whatis Improv? Improv is the art of making things up on the spot.Theres no right orwrong, justlots oflaughter and a chance to be brave, be silly and be ourselves.Led by experienced improviserJaneyMac,this beginners'workshopwill help participants learn the basics ofimprov, including Yes and..., active listening, characters, scenes, games and teamwork.No experience needed...justturn up and play! AboutJaneyMac Janey is an improviser, stand-up comedian, andwriterfrom Belfast.She is passionate about sharing improv as a fun toolto boost your confidence and creativity and inspire much-needed belly laughter. Janey trained in improv comedy attheFreeAssociation&MonkeyToastin London and the iOTheatre inChicago.Her newimprovised show, JaneyMac isHot(Blame theHormones) premiered atTinderboxTheatres sell-out IncubateFestival atTheMac inBelfast(2024).Audiences describe the show as Pure craic! So funny, I properly cry-laughed and Stunning in everyway.

JANEY MAC IS HOT (Blame the Hormones) Is an improvised comedy show, inspired by audience suggestions and Janeys perimenopausal angst. Watch as Janey fearlessly makes up a Pure craic theatre show on the spot and join as she celebrates the crazy joys of ageing. About Janey Janey Mac is an improviser, stand-up comedian and writer fromBelfast. She trained in improv in London at the Free Association, MonkeyToast and Hoopla, and at the iO Theatre in Chicago. She has written a play,which was selected for The Lyric Theatre Belfast's New Writers scheme (2022),and her one-woman improvised solo show was featured as part of TinderboxTheatres sell-out Incubate Scheme and Festival at The Mac, Belfast (2024).

Meet The Cobblestones, just an ordinary Stone Age family of cave folk living on Stoney Street, Rock Bottom! But when cavegirl inventor Bobbie Cobblestone hatches her very first good idea, she's whisked off to work for none other than the beautiful celebrity Lady Lava! Unfortunately, BC is soon up to her neanderthal neck in trouble when she discovers her new boss hides a dark secret that will rock Rock Bottom to its foundations. With mysterious monsters terrorising the town and a volatile volcano ready to blow its top, can BC become a little boulder and hatch a plan to save her family, her friends and her very own precious Rock Bottom? Only time will tell... A cast of crazy cave folk join in the neolithic naughtiness, not to mention a flock of prehistoric birds , a dippy dinosaur , and a sabre-tooth tiger called Tiddles ! With toe-tapping songs to get you rocking like a rolling stone and a puntastic script as sharp as a flint, one thing's for sure - the Stone Age rocks! Craic Theatre 7:30 PM Show Adults: 14 / Children Under 16: 10

Musical comedy presented by The Craic Youth theatre that reimagines the lives of the six wives of Henry VIII as pop stars, presented as a singing competition, with music, book, and lyrics written by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss.

Christopher, 15 years old, stands beside Mrs Shears dead dog. It has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight, and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in the book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain and is exceptional at maths, but he is ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched, and he distrusts strangers. But Christophers detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that turns his world upside-down. Simon Stephens adaptation of Mark Haddons bestselling, award-winning novel The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time offers a richly theatrical exploration of this touching and bleakly humorous tale.

Padraig Potts Guide to Walking This coming-of-age play, set in rural Ireland, just might break your heart It might also bring you back to a time and place full of innocence and longing. Doused with the colour and humour we have come to expect from Seamus O'Rourke this time he is joined on stage by a chorus of characters that have enchanted his past. Padraig Potts manfully wades through the indecisions of his youth as we discover that we should always follow our hearts and our dreams! This is a relentless tale of love and failure and fatigue and then just in time at the end love again. A seamless tapestry of what made us squirm in the 70's and 80's.

Karl McGuckin In Concert Fresh from his performance of Inspector Javert in Les Miserables - Join Karl McGuckin for an intimate evening of music celebrating the songs that have shaped, moved, and inspired him. From timeless classics to hidden gems, this is a personal journey through Irish, folk, popular and theatre music. Whether youre discovering these songs for the first time or rediscovering old favourites, theres no doubt youll find something to love too. On the evening he will have special guest Fiona Flynn (Soprano) and accompanied by Danny ONeill.

Cut Footloose for one night only! Join Rusty & friends from Footloose the Musical for a dance night at Craic right on the show set! Learn a routine straight from the stage No dance experience needed just good vibes Snap a pic on our full Footloose set lights, stage & all! Dress the part if you fancy: flannel, denim & your best boogie boots!

We are Ireland's ultimate tribute to 'The Story of Irish Rock'Relive the Glory Days and join us on a musical journey as we celebrate The Story of Irish Rock A powerful seven piece live tribute to the legends who put Ireland on the world stage.From the raw energy of Thin Lizzy and Rory Gallagher, to the soul of Van Morrison, and the unforgettable anthems of Snow Patrol, U2, The Cranberries, The Boomtown Rats, Horslips, and so many moreWhether you danced to Bagatelle, sang along with The Coors or still have Gary Moore on vinyl this show is for YOU. The soundtrack of your life, live on stage!

Due to OVERWHELMING DEMAND, we're thrilled to announce TWO ADDITIONAL SHOWS of FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL at the Craic Theatre. Get ready to be swept off your feet as we cut loose with our 5-star production of the world-famous musical Footloose!Inspired by the true events of a small farming town in Texas, teenager Ren and the classmates of his new school dare to challenge an 82-year ban on dancing, aiming to overturn the outdated rule in time for their upcoming prom.This electrifying musical features a show-stopping soundtrack packed with chart-topping songs, from Deniece Williams Lets Hear It for the Boy to Bonnie Tylers high-energy hit Im Holding Out for a Hero and, of course, the iconic title track Footloose by Kenny Loggins.With explosive dance numbers and exceptional live music performed by our extraordinarily talented cast of actor-musicians, Footloose is guaranteed to leave you dancing all the way home! FootlooseSun 27 Apr 2025, 8:00PMCraic Theatre & Arts CentreCoalislandBOOK NOW