Things are about to get unhinged and hysterical as award-winning comedian Bláithín de Burca takes the stage at Whelan’s on September 29th with her debut feature solo show Sauvignon Bláithín. Known for her sardonic wit and razor-sharp humour, de Burca promises a wild and hilarious ride with her special brand of chaotic-yet-laid-back comedy that jumps headfirst into topics from sex and dating to neurodivergence and mental illness, self-medication, religion and more.

Bláithín has a distinctively wry humour and sassy style that leaves audiences wondering if she wants to fight or flirt… it’s often both. With her unique, brazen voice, unsettlingly astute observations and undeniable stage presence, Bláithín is all about saying the uncomfortable thing… then immediately flipping the script with an audacious aside. With her cheeky lean-ins and neurotic-yet-confident charm, a sense of mischief and versatility shines through in every performance. 

A regular billing on the Dublin comedy scene and popular TV and internet personality, de Burca’s diverse range of talents have garnered widespread acclaim. From opening for renowned comedians like Willa White, Neil Delamere and David O’Doherty to bringing her own shows to prestigious festivals such as Edinburgh and Dublin Fringes, Bláithín has captivated crowds from Dublin to Dubai and back, adapting with and endearing herself to audiences of all ages and backgrounds. She is an active member of the Hysteria Comedy Co-Operative, running several nights at Sin É and beyond since 2022. She has also received several awards and nominations for her work as a performer and  creator. She was an original contributor to overnight YouTube sensation Facts channel, and is a regular Tryer for the TRY Channel which boasts over 1.3 million subscribers, as well as offering her acting and voiceover talents to a range of sketches and projects by popular artists. She has appeared on BBC, TG4, BLOC and her recent performance presenting the critically-acclaimed RTÉ documentary The Irish For Sex this year further solidified her status as one of Ireland’s most recognisably open, tuned-in comedians with something to say.

“Hilariously Chaotic” – Peter McGann

“Comedy pocket rocket – Gas!” – Emma Doran

“Filled to the brim with sass and laughs” – Justine Stafford

“Bláithín is brilliant, original and rebellious with great jokes” – Chris Kent

“Bláithín is the cheekiest gal in the biz. She’s like your wisecracking best friend that has you in knots laughing but will also lay down some truths. Never have I seen someone so naturally funny with such a large sense of cop on.” – Alison Spittle

“An absolute riot!” – Caitlin Durante, The Bechdel Cast

“Always uproarious and sassy, sultry good time” – Totally Dublin

“Is bean ghrinn í Bláithín de Burca nach bhfanann glan ar an áiféis i mBéarla ná i nGaeilge….. [Turas] lán gáire agus lán spleodair” – Nós.ie

“[pléann Bláithín a] ábhair go mínáireach, neamhleithscéalach, réchúiseach lena cuid aíonna……Déanann Bláithín a cúram go paiteanta agus is í atá deas ar chlár a iompar. Láithreoir caithiseach í a chuireann a haíonna ar a gcompord.” – Tuairisc.ie

ABOUT BECKY CHEATLE:
Becky Cheatle is a rising star of the Irish comedy scene. She has performed at The Dublin Fringe Festival and The Paddy Power Comedy Festival, and will be bringing her first standup show Starfighter to this year’s Edinburgh Fringe. She is also an award-winning screenwriter & director, however her 50 years spent as a man received mixed reviews.

WHEN & WHERE
Doors @ 7.30pm, Show @ 8pm Sunday Sunday 29th September 2024, Whelan’s Upstairs, Wexford Street