Kevin Hayes – Kevin Hayes
This self-titled show is one that failed to tickle my funny bone. Billed as “one teetotal, religious fanatic in a cave somewhere and another on the White House… come in and have a drink and a laugh at their expense.” I for one failed to muster a smile.
Kevin introduced himself to what seemed like every member of the audience 10,000 times. Each new person that entered the small cave-like area had to endure an inquisition of his or her nationality and political views. This constant stop/starting annoyed those who made the effort to get a seat on time and lead to a subsequent decline in attention being given to Mr Hayes.
Ever an optimist I was hopeful of some exciting material, something to revel in. instead I was treated to nothing but a rehash of the religious debates and political haze that greeted us in late 2001. Yes, 9/11 has become a comedians delight providing easy laughs and instant audience gratification, this attempt was woeful if nothing else.
Maybe a change in approach, the focus now shifting to Northern Ireland. Religious comedy, Protestant vs. Catholic, a titanic struggle. But nothing new, nothing edgy, nothing to take your attention from the lovely masonry of the venue. Regurgitated yarns, which had to be spelt out for such a diverse audience.
One hour of wasted time that I will never have returned to me.
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